It is staggering to think we are now at the end of week 8 of the term!

The majority of Term 2 BAS Sport has concluded, and we have had some solid results across all the various sports, year levels and teams. A huge thank you to the staff who have given up their time to coach, manage, umpire, score etc. over the duration of the term. I would also like to thank the small number of students who have helped umpire term 2 BAS Sport or filled in for the opposition to ensure a fair and even game has occurred. It is this sort of dedication and commitment that sets school sport apart compared to local club and representative sport.

Vic All Schools Basketball Tournament

Week 6 saw our U/15 and U/17 basketballers represent the college at the Vic All Schools Championships in Werribee. The staff who coached/managed the Under 15’s were Ellie Meade, Pat Dillon, Naomi Olthof, Rachel Wallbank. The Under 17’s were led by Hamish Walsh, Adrian Lane, Shaun O’Loughlin, Ryan Leaney, Pat and Ellie also doubled up with the 17’s.

A special mention must go to Mia Reynolds (Year 11), who is currently recovering from injury, who offered to coach both the 15 and 17 girls’ team. This is an example of great leadership and role modelling.

U/15 Results

Girls

Round 1 –

Damascus (9) vs Western Heights College (27)

Round 2 –

Damascus (2) vs Iona College (40)

Round 3 –

Damascus (16) vs The Grange (12)

Round 4 –

Damascus vs Loreto – marked as a draw as Loreto was the only div 1 team

Round 5 –

Damascus (16) vs Geelong Christian College (36)

Boys

Round 1 –

Damascus (16) vs Bendigo South East College (22)

Round 2 –

Damascus (19) vs Iona College (25)

Round 3 –

Damascus (16) vs King David School (19)

Round 4 –

Damascus (23) vs The Grange (38)

Clay Target Shooting

On Monday, June 2 the following students represented the college at the Warrnambool Clay Target Shooting Competition; Roman Gosney, Blake Perryman, Tom Sheridan, Bella Mahar, Harry Mahar, Casey Leonard and Jack Dwyer. A big thank you to staff members Matt Taylor and Ellie Meade, who accompanied the group on the day.

Senior Boys Football Grand Final

Our senior boy’s footballer’s defeated St. Patrick’s College in the final of the BAS 2^nd XVIII on Tuesday, June 10. Final scores were DC 8. 7. 55 v SPC 4. 10. 34. After a tight start our boys proved too strong in perfect conditions for football. I t was wonderful to see so many staff, parents and fellow students in attendance.

Term 3 BAS Sport

An MS Form will be emailed to all students, I would strongly encourage as many of you as possible to sign up!

Term 3 Key Dates

Damascus Sport Uniform

Students need to ensure they are in the correct uniform to participate. Students should check with their coach as to what is required and bring your own drink bottle.

I wish all students and coaches the best for Term 2 Sport. Always play the game in the right spirit, wear the correct uniform, respect the umpires, staff in charge and the facilities. You all have an opportunity to add to your school experience by being the best you can be, both in and out of the classroom.

Please do not hesitate to contact myself (g.webb@damascus.vic.edu.au) or Sport and PE administrator Ellie Meade (e.meade@damascus.vic.edu.au) at the College with any questions.

Regards,

Gavin Webb

Sports Co-ordinator