REPRESENTATIVE SPORT
U13'S BOYS RUGBY LEAGUE - SHAUN TIMMIN'S SHIELD
The 13 years boys Rugby League team travelled to Bomaderry to contest the Shaun Timmins Shield. Game 1 was against the home team Bomaderry High. It began as a tight contest while both teams worked out their nerves and discovered their combinations. The breakthrough moment came from Noah Jamieson, great footwork from close range saw him cross the line. Taj Goddard and Torr Morley scored in similar fashion and Noah scored a second with brilliant stepping to beat multiple defenders. The second half was dominated by Johns. A powerful run from Lincoln Taylor, outpacing the defence from halfway to score under the posts. A well placed crossfield kick through the uprights from Noah to Taj who caught it across the line to score and Dean Austin finished a long range effort with speed down the wing saw the team win 36 nil.
Game 2 was a tougher prospect facing Nowra High. Playing as a team was the game plan and Johnnies excelled. The defence was ferocious and Nowra had no answers in attack. Johns started to spread the ball wider in this match and it paid off with some brilliant tries to Kai Delany and Bryson Short. Torr and Taj were again on the scoresheet in the first half. In the second half the forward pack dominated. Logan Juric, Logan Dibben, Luke Keating, Lachlan Francis and Lincoln Taylor put on a powerful running display beating multiple defenders every hit up. Dean displayed his extreme speed in a full field try and Logan Juric scored as did Torr who was set up by the run of the match from Lincoln. Johns again winning 36 nil.
The final game against Vincentia High required the same united effort with each player knowing their role and executing it brilliantly. The forwards dominated in their carries and the backs took advantage. Noah scored on the first set of the match after a long run from Dean down the wing. Dean crossed next from a good set play. Then it was the Torr Morley show scoring three tries, two from long range with great footwork and speed. Taj’s game awareness was excellent all day and he scored from an advantage catching the defence out. By the end of the match Torr could not be touched, once again breaking the line running under the posts. Selflessly and in the spirit the team had shown all day, he offloaded to Luke to score under the posts. Lachlan was also given a conversion attempt, narrowly missing.
Noah Jamieson was deservedly awarded player of the tournament. The team progressed to the Southern NSW Championships Regional Finals Day in Ulladulla.
OZTAG GIRLS - JUNIOR
The junior girls had a difficult draw facing teams that had lots of representative players in the mix. For much of our team this was their first experience with oztag and the girls showed exceptional improvement in their skill level and team work as the day progressed. The girls are to be commended on their positive attitude, great sportsmanship and sense of fun they brought to the carnival. They were exceptional role models for St John's and they should be very proud of their efforts.
OZTAG BOYS - JUNIOR
The next two matches ended in close losses to Kiama, 3-5 and 1-3 to Illawarra Sports High. The final pool match saw us play Moss Vale again needing a big win to improve our points difference to progress to the finals. The team played exceptionally well winning 9 nil. Noah Jamieson and Ashton took sneaky dives close to the line and short side darts to score. It was a class performance from captain Jett Creary with 3 tries that sealed the win.
The quarter final was played against Woonona. This was an excellent first half performance, leading 4-1 through tries to Flynn and a triple to Torr Morley. All fast, long range efforts beating almost every team member. Unfortunately, losing a player to the sin bin for five minutes in the second half proved too costly. Despite courageous defence with multiple try savers by Jett Creary and Brody Woods. Woonona managed to claw their way back and score on the siren to win 4-5.
The team should be very proud of their team play and brilliant tries, finishing the best attacking team in their pool with 21 tries.
OZTAG GIRLS - INTERMEDIATES
The Intermediate girls had a competitive first game against Warilla High School. They came out with intensity and an impressive hole hitting try from Bella Lord. However, our defensive structure lacked going down 4-1. Their next game was against Illawarra Christian School, the girls played strategically with less mistakes and direct speed, winning 11-1. Roxi Florance scored 4 tries down the middle, and with Grace Stevens staying wide, she managed 2 tries herself. Round 3 saw the girls up against an undefeated Holy Spirit. The girls worked together well, however Holy Spirit's speed, vision and agility outrun us 6-0. The girls last game to make finals was a must win against Magdalene Catholic College. The girls' defense was looking better, however our speed was lacking compared to our first game. The girls fought it out, but lost 3-4 in the final minute. Overall, the team grew in ability as the day went on and were able to watch some other talented oztag games to improve their game back in the Shoalhaven. Well done girls!
OZTAG BOYS - INTERMEDIATE
The results in no way reflected the effort that the boys put in. We came away with 1 win, 1 draw and 2 losses. However, the draw and one loss could have been another 2 wins if not for some disallowed tries and a couple players scoring on the wrong line. Our last game was end to end with a losing try on the buzzer. It was an epic day out and special thanks to Noah Hinkely for helping with organising in the build up and getting MVP on the day
The senior girls oztag competition started at 6am. As one of our last representative opportunities as a year 12 student it was an amazing day to get involved, be competitive and have fun. The senior girls faced a few difficult teams on the day coming away with one win and three loses. Despite the losses, the girls showed amazing sportsmanship and determination throughout the day. The opposition had some representative players in their teams which challenged many of our students. The girls skills and teamwork developed considerably throughout the day which was evident in their victory in the last game.
By Gemma Taylor
The senior boys had their first game at 10am against Keira high with a result of a win. The second game was against Moss Vale High School with another win coming from that game. Game three was against Corpus Christi High School which was a cricket score to them, but the boys kept their heads high heading into a knockout round having to play Keira high again. Jarrah showed impressive skills scoring 3 tries and setting more up which lead the boys to a win. Playing the first round of the finals the boys had a tough game against Kiama high unfortunately losing the game. Some of the impressive boy’s from the day were Jarrah Treweek, Reece Manesseh (suitcases), Ty Shot, Adam Staunton and the rest of the boys had their ups and downs. A magic day of exercise, teamwork and good times.
By Adam Staunton (Captain).
DIOCESAN CROSS COUNTRY
On Monday 22 May the Wollongong Diocesan Secondary Cross Country Championships was held at beautiful Willandra. The weather conditions were perfect, the students' participation, behaviour and spirit displayed at this event was great and all competitors represented St Johns at a high standard.
We would like to express a sincere thank you to Jan and Rod Gibbs for having the course and facilities in such great condition for us.
As a school we placed third in the girls and the boys divisions and placed third overall for the day.
Congratulations to the following students who placed in the top 3 for their age group and achieved a podium finish:
14 Years Girls - Lily Sproule 2nd place
14 Years Girls - Hayley Short 3rd place
17 Years Girls - Bridget Fairs 1st place
15 Years Boys - Nicholas McGill 1st place
Congratulations to the following students who placed in the top 6 for their age group:
12 Years Girls - Airlie Stevens
13 Years Girls - Mikaela Monkerud
15 Years Girls - Mia Monkerud
16 Years Girls - Alisha Mustapic
18+ Years Girls - Keira Buckpitt
18+ Years Girls - Paris Gauci
13 Years Boys - Taliesin Douglass
16 Years Boys - Darcy Davis
All these students will progress to the NSWCCC Cross Country event on Tuesday 13 June at Sydney Equestrian Centre.
TEAM OPPORTUNITIES
Please see google classroom for nomination forms and use the code: aovy4gq
AFL (year 7-9 ) boys and girls (keep an eye out for nominations)
Netball - girls all ages
Hockey (opens) 19 June
Basketball All ages - 16 October
Cricket Boys (year 7-9) 11 October, keep a look out for registrations
- NSWCCC 16 years Boys Football Selections registrations close: 28/5/23
Please see below the 2023 Flyer to promote NSWCCC individual pathways and the process for registering through the CSNSW Sport website for students and parents information.
Please feel free to contact our school with any questions.
Once you have nominated, Compass will provide you and your team with permission notes to complete. If team members fail to return these notes in a timely manner, your team's entry may be withdrawn.