College Sport at Mount Carmel

Below are some general policies that the college enforces in regards to sport.

Student sport groups on compass: Students are asked to check their compass for their sport group allocation. This is now ‘locked in’ and unfortunately can not be changed as selections and changes are now closed. It is important that students attend the correct sport group to ensure that they are accounted for and supervised for the afternoon of sport. If they attend the incorrect group they will be marked as ‘absent’ from the group where they are supposed to be and this will affect their attendance record. Please make sure you are attending the correct group each week.

Also as mentioned at previous assemblies and meetings please ignore the large sport description on your compass page. Refer to the code below this description for your sport allocation. If you have any questions please see Mrs Pontin at the sports office.

Leave from venue notes: A reminder that if students wish to leave from a venue they need to supply a note to the Sport Coordinator. Notes can be signed at the sports office before, and up until, recess on Tuesday. A sample note is included below.

Any other notes on Tuesdays: If you are sick, injured or can’t participate in sport on a Tuesday you must have a signed note from your parent/guardian detailing the reason for non-participation. You must bring this note to Mrs Pontin (Sport Coordinator) during recess on Tuesday so an alternate plan can be arranged for you during sport time.

TUESDAY RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY NOTICES

If students do not participate in the MISA sport program they are involved in the college’s Tuesday Recreational Sport program. This program offers students the opportunity to be active in a variety of different sports / activities either at school or in the local community. Students in Year 7 rotate with their house group through 4 different activities (a different activity each term). All other grades have the opportunity to elect what sport program they would like to participate in each term. This choice gives students the responsibility to be active according to their own interests, likes and strengths.

All Tuesday Recreational Sport groups have now been finalised and added to the timetable and NO CHANGES CAN BE MADE - unfortunately students who did not take the time to complete their sport choices last year (yrs 8-11) have been placed into an appropriate sport group for each term. Please check the relevant sports noticeboard and compass for your sport group in preparation for week 2. As outlined in earlier editions of the newsletter there is a technical issue with compass and for some unknown reason all students sport is described as Sport: Fit HQ (or something else). Please ignore this description and refer to the code below this or check the sports noticeboards. If you have any questions please see Mrs Pontin or your Pastoral Adviser for clarification.

COLLEGE CARNIVAL TRAINING - CROSS COUNTRY & ATHLETICS

This year our vision and motto for college sport is ‘MC Teamwork Makes the PB Dream Work’. To get one step closer to reaching our goal of improving our Diocesan carnival results we are offering students the opportunity to partake in carnival training during sport time on a Tuesday afternoon.

Students can sign up for Carnival Training outside the sports office. Staff members will take students through a range of training exercises and run a organised program to improve student cardiovascular endurance and fitness as well as discuss running technique, race plans and other important considerations for achieving good results on the cross country and athletics track. Please see the schedule below:

• Term 2 - Cross Country / Athletics Training
• Term 3 - Athletics Training

Mount Carmel Catholic College vs St Gregory’s Catholic College - Wednesday 7th August 2019

The MCCC Opens Rugby League team along with coaches Mr Huntly and Mr Flannery all displayed great Marist spirit when they offered to verse the St Gregory’s College Rugby League team in preparation for an upcoming game. The boys all played with great spirit and represented the college brilliantly. 

There were some talented players on the field for both teams so the quality of the game was second to none. Because of this it was no surprise to see the crowd that gathered consisting of former students, parents and the wider community. Thank you to Mr Teuma for running water for the boys and to Ms Miller and Mrs Abra for assisting with pack up. Well done to all those involved and congratulations to St Gregs on the win. Good luck in your next game.

Mrs Tara Pontin (College Sport Coordinator)

MISA SPORT NOTICES

ROUND 1 RESULTS - Tuesday 30th July 2019

ROUND 2 RESULTS - Tuesday 6th August 2019

Information for all MISA students is below. 

ROUND 3 DRAWS / INFORMATION - TUESDAY 13TH AUGUST (Week 4)

Any questions please see Mrs Pontin at the sports office on Monday. 

Mrs Tara Pontin (College Sport Coordinator)

DIOCESAN EVENTS – TERM 3

Mount Carmel is a part of the Diocese of Wollongong so we compete in Diocesan Sporting events throughout the college year. At these events / carnivals, schools from the Diocese of Wollongong come together to compete for points towards the Vince Villa Trophy that is awarded to the Champion School at the end of the college year. Mount Carmel historically performs well at these Diocesan events and last year finished a close 3rd place overall in the Vince Villa Trophy. 

DIOCESAN NETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS

On Wednesday the 31st of July Mount Carmel sent six netball teams down to Wollongong to compete in the annual Diocesan Netball Championships. MCCC has many talented netballers amongst various grades at the college so we were hoping for a successful day on the court. 

Our Year 7-8 teams, coached by Ms Bowen had a phenomenal day. Both of the teams worked exceptionally well together despite not having played together prior to this carnival. Every girl on the court gave it their all, fought for every rebound, chased every loose ball and defended every pass. 

The division 1 team went through the carnival only losing one game against a strong St Patrick’s College team - the final game of the day. Despite some calls not going the girls way and the game situation being challenging at times, the girls played to the whistle and kept going right up until the final hooter sounded. Unfortunately this loss left this team finishing 2nd overall, and despite many of the girls being disappointed, their frowns quickly turned to smiles when they realised what they had just achieved. Well done. 

The division 2 team were also successful on the day winning 4 of their games and losing 4 of their games. Again the girls all worked together each and every game to get the win - always representing the college with great pride. This team finished 5th overall which is a credit to their work and determination throughout the day. Well done. 

Our Years 9-10 teams were coached by Mrs Tyra. Again many of these girls had not played with each other before and this proved to be challenging when matched up with strong, physical opponents. The division 1 team won 3 games and lost 5. This resulted in them finishing 8th overall. The division 2 team won 2 of their games and lost 3 resulting in a 5th place overall standing. Congratulations to our girls for always putting in 100% and for never giving up throughout the day. 

The Years 11-12 teams also had a great day with both our division 1 and 2 teams finishing 6th overall. The division 1 team had 3 wins and 5 losses. The division 2 team had 2 wins and 5 losses. Again a very strong, talented competition in the senior divisions that proved challenging, yet rewarding for our girls. Thank you to Ms Armour for coaching our senior teams. 

Congratulations to all of the girls involved in the Diocesan Netball Carnival this year. Another event that has offered many students the opportunity to be physically active in a competitive environment. 

Finally, carnivals like these simply don’t happen without the help and willingness of umpires, volunteers and other officials. Throughout the day MCCC had many students step up and assist the smooth running of the carnival by offering their umpiring skills. A massive thank you to Isabella Ashcroft (Yr 7), Cara Kmet, Jessica Barnes, Emma Searle, Courtney Hoban, Hailee Muerant (Yr 8), Hannah Martin and Rhianna Heaslip (Yr 11) for your assistance on the day and for being such great ambassadors of the college - well done! We also had two ex-students assist on the day with draws, warm ups, scoring and general organisation which was extremely helpful. Thank you to Alyssa Worland and Abby Smith for coming back to help out - it was great!

Looking forward to next year and good luck to the three CCC teams who will be competing in 2 weeks time at Penrith. 

Term 3 Diocesan Carnival / Opportunities

Semester 2 (Terms 3 and 4) Major College and Diocesan Carnivals

DIOCESAN ATHLETICS CARNIVAL - FRIDAY 16TH AUGUST 2019 

Venue: Campbelltown Athletics Stadium, Leumeah 

Arrival Time: 8:00am (sharp). Please meet Mr King and Ms Donnellan in the grandstand for roll marking.

Conclusion Time: 3:00pm

Transport: Students are to get their own way to and from the venue. 

Canteen: There will be canteen facilities on the day but students are encouraged to pack their own food and drink to sustain their energy throughout the carnival. 

Uniform: Students are required to wear their full college sports uniform. Plain black or navy shorts / tights can be worn when competing. Students will be supplied with a singlet to compete if (optional). 

GOOD LUCK MCCC! 

** If you are unable to attend the carnival (injury, commitments etc) please tell Mrs Pontin BEFORE Thursday so another student can get the opportunity to compete. 

CCC EVENTS - TERM 3

Further info on these events: http://www.dow.catholic.edu.au

 NOMINATIONS – APPLICATION PROCESS

(To self-nominate and get approved for these events, students need to be competing at a representative level in their chosen sport).

Please refer to the information sheet provided by the sport coordinator for the process for individual student nominations for trialsfor NSWCCC events. All trial closing dates will be advertised in the newsletter and in the student weekly sport update emails. Students can register for events at any time.

Any student who require assistance nominating for the following sports please see Mrs Pontin ASAP.

Mrs Tara Pontin (College Sport Coordinator)