SPORTS NEWS
JTCC SPORT UPDATE - Term 3 Week 5
There have been some pleasing efforts over the last few weeks across our MISA competition games. Our netballers are determined to compete each week, even though they have not registered a win this season, while commendations go out to the students who filled in for MISA teams whilst Year 10 Camp and Year 12 Trial HSC exams conclude. With several teams hindered by Yr 10 Camp, our teams competed to the best of their ability with their ‘replacement players’. Thank you to those students who filled in at 9/10 Boys Soccer, 9/10 Girls Netball and the 10 - 12 Boys Cricket teams.
MISA Update: - Round 3
Team |
W/L - Result |
Match Report |
MVP |
10 - 12 Boys Cricket Mr Chapman |
Bye Round |
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10 - 12 Boys AFL Mr Geribo |
79-20 win |
Thanks to Mount Carmel for the game today. Without an opposition we can’t have a game. |
Sullivan O’Dwyer |
10 - 12 Girls AFL Mrs Roberts |
Lost 7 - 60 |
The girls played a strong game against St. Pats today, but just couldn’t seal the deal with more than one goal. There were moments of good passage shown, with some strong kicks and pinpoint accuracy in passing. The remarkable interceptions and tackles allowed the girls to gain possession, but then silly mistakes saw St. Pats shoot it down to their forwards and score. The spirit and determination to win was felt through the whole game. Despite the rough challenges the girls faced, everyone remained positive, and continued to encourage one another. Although they faced a loss the girls secured new skills and are improving game by game. |
Atong Kon Chol |
9/10 Boys Soccer Mr Holmes |
Draw 0-0 v MAG |
a lucky draw for them and an unlucky draw for us. 2 points lost for us and 1 point gained for them. Struggled to finish our chances which reflected in the score. Back stronger next week |
Yosimar Yvenes |
7/8 Boys Soccer Mr Bodeker |
D1-1 |
John Therry had a top of the table clash today against Magdalene. Despite only fielding 11 players due to injuries and absences, we managed to secure a 1-1 draw against a strong Magdalene Side. JT started well and were unlucky not to score with Christian Baker having his shot cleared off the line. We went into the half scoreless, despite feeling like the more dominant team. In the second half, we won a corner which Billy whipped into the box for Levi to score via a deflection. A few moments later Magdalene was awarded a controversial and dubious penalty which was converted. There were a few chances for both teams, but ultimately both teams couldn’t be separated. Despite missing several key players through injury and absences, JT should be proud of their performance and result. |
Julian Sanchez |
7 - 9 Girls Soccer Ms Moon |
1-1 |
The girls had a tough match against Magdalene today but did well to put the first one away. It was a brilliant goal well executed by Scarlett Fisher and assisted by Zoe Hawks. The girls fought hard to keep a clean sheet despite the ball spending the majority of the time in Magdalene's half. However, despite their best efforts, Magdalene managed to equalise early in the second half. The girls continued to push for a winning goal but, unfortunately, couldn’t find the back of the net. This week's MVP is Shyla, who was outstanding in defence and did an excellent job of countering all of Magdalene’s long balls. |
Shyla Winley |
9/10 Girls Netball Ms Kelleher |
Lost 37 - 29 V MAG |
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7/8 Girls Netball Mrs Wagstaff |
Lost 39 - 9 V MAG |
In our recent MISA netball match, our team faced a tough opposition that demonstrated unbelievable accuracy in the goal ring. Despite being outskilled in this area, our defence rose to the challenge, making each goal a hard-fought battle. Throughout the game, our players showed tremendous growth, improving with each quarter. The movement in the centre court was commendable, and the team's improvement in feeding the ball was particularly noteworthy. Although we didn’t come out on top this time, the effort and determination displayed by our team were outstanding, and we look forward to building on this experience in future matches. |
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U15 Boys Rugby League Mr McGrath + Mr Tran |
18-0 |
Tough game today in wet conditions against a tough Magdalene squad. Zephaniah was excellent in setting a strong standard in defense and attack and was supported through strong efforts from Luke Siroki (MVP). Noah Choice and Ryder Wilson showed great development in a short amount of time, with both students involved in strong hit ups and tackles. |
Luke Siroki |
MISA Update: - Round 4
Team |
W/L - Result |
Match Report |
MVP |
10 - 12 Boys Cricket Mr Chapman |
Won 88-62 V MAS |
John Therry played our third game of the season against Macarthur Anglican College. After losing the toss and being sent in to bat, Jake and Austin got us off to a flying start which set the tone for the game. We posted competitive scores for each partnership and put scoreboard pressure on Macarthur. We were solid without being spectacular with the ball, however, we fielded well enough to secure a good win. Shout out to Ben Anderson who bowled the second over and took two wickets to really put pressure on the opposition who never recovered. |
Ben Anderson |
10 - 12 Boys AFL Mr Geribo |
Won 20 - 0 |
Magdalene unfortunately forfeited |
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10 - 12 Girls AFL Mrs Regan |
Lost 20 - 0 |
Due to Yr 12 exams and Yr 10 Camp, JTCC unfortunately forfeited |
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9/10 Boys Soccer Mr Holmes |
Lost 4-2 V BAC |
Missing our Year 10 cohort at School Camp, we were forced to have our ⅞ boys team step up and fill in for the match against Broughton. Unfortunately we conceded two early goals against a physical Broughton side. Cooper Marshall was able to put away a tidy finish after a mistake in their backline. We went into the break down 3-1 but felt like we were creating chances and looked good when we moved the ball around. Cooper headed in his second goal to set up an exciting finish before Broughton were awarded a penalty and converted to have the final score 4-2. Despite playing against a bigger, more physical side, JT never gave up and it was good to see some younger players step up. |
Cooper Marshall |
7/8 Boys Soccer Mr Bodeker |
Bye |
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7 - 9 Girls Soccer Mr Joy |
Lost 1 - 0 V BAC |
Missing our coach Miss Moon, Mr Joy was forced to step in. After a good run of games, our girls went up against Macarthur Anglican School. In a tense match, with 2 key players missing we still made chances after chances but it was the lack of a clinical finisher that really hurt us. Despite some great work in defence from our backline and extraordinary saves by keeper Ava Abi-Khattar (Year 9), a poorly timed tackle inside the box resulted in us conceding a penalty. Despite our keeper diving the right way, it still unfortunately wasn't enough to keep out a well struck penalty. Despite our best efforts and some promising tactical plays, we simply couldn’t find our equaliser as the game ended in a 1-0 loss. Onwards and upwards to our next game against holding champions Mount Carmel. |
Ava Abi-Khattar / Shylah Winley |
9/10 Girls Netball Ms Kelleher |
Lost 36-2 V WAC |
With many of our players away at Year 10 camp, we were faced with the challenge of playing against Wollondilly Anglican College. Despite the odds, the girls stepped up admirably against a strong Wollondilly side. The match was tough from the start, and we struggled to keep up with their fast-paced and physical play. Even though we were outmatched, we continued to put in effort and never lost spirit. A shout out to Anabelle, Sophie and Elise who took control of positioning and kept the team organised and committed. A special thanks to all the players who filled in and gave their all on the court. Your effort and determination did not go unnoticed, and we are proud of how you represented the team under the circumstances. |
Sophie Regan |
7/8 Girls Netball Ms Wagstaff |
Lost 15 - 8 V WAC |
Our Year 7/8 netball team showed great improvement in moving the ball down the court, with outstanding defence keeping the game competitive. It was neck and neck until fatigue set in during the last quarter, leading to a 15-8 loss. Despite the result, the team's progress is commendable—well done! |
Sienna Larner |
U15 Boys Rugby League Mr McGrath + Mr Tran |
12-12 draw |
Rugby league is a simple game when you think about it. Communication, discipline, desperation and completion are non-negotiables in order to win a match. These are all components of the game that we need to work on. Mount Carmel came ready to compete and we could not beat them in these areas. We had the chance to seal the deal on the bell but unfortunately we missed the opportunity. We need to come ready on Tuesdays, whether we train or play we need to be switched on. |
Noah Choice |
If you have any questions regarding MISA Sports, please feel free to contact me. Mr Jamie Cook cooka01@dow.catholic.edu.au
Diocesan and Pathways update
After the Diocesan Athletics carnival there is a bit of a break in our Diocesan calendar, but we see plenty of NSWCCC and pathway programs continuing. Good luck to the following students who will compete in the Wollongong Diocesan team at the NSWCCC Athletics Carnival in September; Zoe Hawkes (12), Balin Crews (12), Emilie Vellin (13), Tate O’Keefe (14), Jaidon Cosmidis (15), Elyse Stonebridge (16), Dominic Baker (16) and Jackson Schulstad (16) .
Good luck also to Georgia Bastock and Annelise Hall next week who are playing in the Wollongong Diocese Open Netball team at the NSWCCC Netball Selections on the 27th in Penrith.
Staff vs. Year 12 Championship
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Staff vs. Students Championship, which will be held at the end of this term. This annual event is a battle of youthful enthusiasm and wily experience, where our staff members and Year 12 students come together to showcase their skills and compete for glory.
The championship promises to be a dramatic and exciting event, filled with friendly competition and camaraderie. Our staff members have been preparing diligently, honing their skills and strategies, while some students are busy complaining about the choice of sports. Will the teachers take the students out for one last lesson, or can the students pull together their skills and force defeat.
We encourage all members of our school community to come and support our participants. Your presence and cheers will undoubtedly motivate and inspire our staff and students to give their best on the field.
Monday Wk 9 Lunch -- Netball |
Monday Wk 9 Lunch -- Basketball |
Wednesday Wk 9 Lunch -- Soccer |
Friday Wk 9 Lunch -- Ultimate Frisbee |
External Pathway Achievements
Cody Meisenhofen - Volleyball
Cody has recently traveled to Bahrain for the Asian Mens U18 Volleyball Championships as part of the Australian team.Congratulations to Cody for his achievements, what an amazing experience. Here is a summary of his trip.
I spent about 14 days in Bahrain, with an additional 2 days for travel. My experience in Bahrain was fantastic I enjoyed every moment of the trip. The competition featured 16 countries, including Australia, and unfortunately, we finished 12th. Despite the final result, we had a strong run, especially considering it was our first official international tour as a team. We still put up a good fight. One of our matches, played against Bahrain, was crucial for securing a spot in the top 8 and advancing out of the pool phase. Unfortunately, my team’s physio didn’t allow me to play due to the risk of an abdominal tear, so I had to sit that match out. My team ended up losing in the 5th set by just 2 points, which knocked us out of the top 8 and into the bottom bracket. Despite the outcome, I’ve learned so much from my coaches and teammates, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to represent my country.
Upcoming NSWCCC registrations and closing dates
NSWCCC Term 3 Events and Information
- NSWCCC Opens Netball Selections (27/8)
- NSWCC Football Knockout finals (4/9)
- NSWCCC Athletics (16/9)
NSWCCC Team Championships events and registrations
- NSWCCC Rugby League Cup 21 Aug- CD 26/7 - school nomination CSNSW website
- NSWCCC Netball Championships 28 Aug - school nomination CSNSW website
- NSWCCC Basketball JNR & INTER Championships (Penrith-Boys/Bankstown Girls) (4-5 Nov)
- NSWCCC Berg and Downie Shield - registrations are open
Upcoming NSW All Schools Events
Students at John Therry are given the opportunity to represent John Therry at College, Diocesan and CCC sporting events. Important information regarding each of these sporting opportunities are outlined below.
Sporting Pathways Calendar - CLICK HERE
Diocesan Sporting Opportunities
This is the main school sporting pathway that is offered to students at John Therry Catholic College. Some John Therry CC Diocesan teams are determined through trials, or a carnival hosted at a college level (Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming), however some teams are determined by individual trials that students must nominate and register for online. Further information can be found at: https://www.dow.catholic.edu.au/sport/
NSWCCC Sporting Opportunities
NSWCCC is another school sporting pathway that is offered to students at John Therry Catholic College. Some CCC teams are determined through qualifying at a carnival hosted at a Diocesan level (Athletics, Cross Country, Football, Rugby League, Swimming, Basketball, Touch Football), however some teams are determined by individual trials that students must nominate and register for online. Students must be currently competing at a representative level in their chosen sport to be considered for CCC team trials.The sports that require online nomination and registration include:
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It is important that online registration is completed before the closing date for each sport. These are outlined on the CSNSW website: https://csnsw.sport
Online registrations are now open for 2024. Please refer to the information on the website regarding the registration process. Here is a link to assist with sports registration for parents: https://csnsw.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/2/topic/65d787c5-0d2a-4699-a63a-25d586b67ba2
A reminder to check the Compass Portal for upcoming sporting events and their respective closing dates.
You can also access the Wollongong Sport site for more information regarding Diocesan Sport throughout the year.
https://www.dow.catholic.edu.au/sport/diocesan-sport-news
Yours in Sport,
Georgia Roberts (RobertsG03@dow.catholic.edu.au)