Water Polo Report
Saturday 22 February
Firsts
The Firsts team faced a tough start against The Scots College (Scots), struggling to find their rhythm early in the game. However, as the match progressed, they settled into their structure and took control in the second half with a dominant attacking display. Jett Semmens led the charge with an impressive hat-trick, while George Kennedy, Charlie Kovacs, Cooper Semmens, Hamish Walls, JJ Black and Charlie Lewcock all contributed to the scoreboard. The team’s improved communication and cohesion allowed them to create numerous scoring opportunities, capitalising on their speed and accuracy in front of goal. Strong defensive efforts and quick transitions helped maintain their momentum, securing a well-deserved victory. This performance highlights the team’s resilience and ability to adapt under pressure, setting a positive tone for the final two matches of the CIS competition.
Miss Dowdell
Firsts Coach
Fourths
After a tough draw against Newington the previous week, the Fourths were at home to The King’s School (King’s) and from the opening whistle, the game flowed from end to end with some strong shots at goal and great defence demonstrated by both teams. The first half saw Shore behind initially; however, some great counter-attack saw Saxon Mitchell score a screamer from out wide to level the scores at halftime. The second half was a see-sawing affair, with goals traded between teams and defence being the order of the day. Further goals to Michael Irvine, Angus Motteram, Charlie Yates, Hamish Wade and Will Pritchard saw the game finish seven-all at fulltime. The match was an entertaining game; however, the Shore boys showed great teamwork and were unlucky at the end to not steal the victory.
Mr Cook
Fourths Coach
RESULTS
| Team | Opponent | Result | Score | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firsts | Scots | W | 12-3 | Jett Semmens 3, George Kennedy, Charlie Kovacs 2, Cooper Semmens, Hamish Walls, JJ Black 2, Charlie Lewcock 2 |
| Seconds | Riverview | L | 6-9 | Sam Hassall, Richie Lotz, Hugo Stewart 2, Ethan Ng 2 |
| Thirds | Scots | W | 7-3 | Rory Keeler, Hamish Warden, Daniel Lord, Jonnie Pridmore 3, Tim Leahy |
| Fourths | King’s | DRAW | 7-7 | Angus Motteram, Michael Irvine 2, Charlie Yates, Will Pritchard, Saxon Mitchell, Hamish Wade |
| 16A | Scots | W | 9-4 | Jonty Jagger 2, Jasper Tighe 2, Russell Yuan 3, Hamilton Ward 2 |
| 16B | Riverview | L | 2-9 | Jack Massey, David Robson |
| 15A | Scots | L | 4-5 | Claude Boddam-Whetham 2, Will Pellow, Finn Keeler |
| 15B | SBHS | W | 10-2 | Harry Scammell 3, Miller Boyle, Sid Shoemark 3, Oscar Chang, Riley Rowland-Smith, Oscar Hart |
| 14B | Scots | W | 14-4 | Henry Grieve, Lewis de Vries 3, Jackson Sprott 6, Charles Anderson, Jack Pellow 3 |
| 13As | Scots | W | 9-2 | Harley Tilden, Ted Chiplin, Oliver Guilfoyle 2, Brody Semmens 3, Alex Baker 2 |
| 13Bs | Scots | L | 4-12 | Ethan Hanna 3, Zac Liew |