Volleyball Report

Senior Girls Diocesan Report

After a quick warm and pep talk from Mrs Asuit, the girls volleyball team were contended against St Pats who put up a fight. After the first set the girls were in front. The next 2 sets were intense with amazing saves, great plays and many dives. The girls won 3/3 sets and came away with a well-deserved victory.

The boys came away with an unfortunate loss again Macarthur Adventist College. They played hard and well, with their spikes and plays being exceptional. The boys played using strategy and skill. It was an exhilarating match to watch. But in the end, the win was just out of reach.

Zoe Bruce

Blake Bolwell UK Trip

Between 3-18 October Blake Bolwell embarked on a once in a lifetime Elite Football Program affiliated with English Premier League team Nottingham Forrest.  Based in Nottingham itself the program combined intense football activities including training, games against EPL and Championships clubs as well as local teams and several sessions run by guest speakers.

The program was led by former Leicester City striker Lawrie Dudfield.  Professional training was provided by both current and former EPL/EFL and International football players and coaches and a number of guest speaker sessions were held including an EPL Referee VAR session and talks by ex Manchester United goal keeper Kevin Pilkington and 2x Champions League winning Nottingham Forest Captain John McGovern.

The group played very competitive matches against Nottingham Forest (EPL), Wolverhampton Wanderers (EPL), The New Saints (Welsh Premier League), Mansfield Town(FL2) and Brooke House Elite Football School - winning 3, drawing 1 and losing 1 match.

The experience provided an opportunity for Blake to fully experience the English football culture with visits to notorious stadiums including Liverpool's Anfield Stadium and Manchester City's Etihad Stadium.  Many professional matches were enjoyed including Manchester City v Copenhagen (Champions League), Southampton v West Ham (EPL), Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa (EPL), Huddersfield Town v Hull City (English Football League Championship) and Notts County v Wrexham (National League).

Blake has returned home with an abundance of experience and knowledge and is now focussing on the next stage of his football aspirations where he will be playing for the Sydney FC 16's squad in the 2023 NPL season.

Year 8 NRL Skills

For the past three weeks during sports time, a group of Yr 8 students have participated in the NRL Skills. These sessions have been run by members of the Wests Tigers Rugby League club and have covered a range of theory and practical components. A lot of fun has been had as students learn about the importance of teamwork and celebrating each other's unique qualities. It is fair to say that the struggling Tigers have won a few new fans for when the 2023 NRL season kicks off.

MISA Week 4 Results