Sports Report Term 1, Week 1

While many families were unwinding during the holiday break, sport at Radford continued to thrive throughout January, proving that at Radford, sport never sleeps!

As the 2024 New Year celebrations concluded, Radford's cricket teams embarked on two exciting journeys. In Orange, our U13 cricket team faced regional NSW and Sydney squads in the Western NSW Cricket Championships, showcasing exceptional skills and securing multiple wins. Simultaneously, in Brisbane, the U15s, 2nd XI, and 1st XI demonstrated their prowess against cricket powerhouses, leaving a mark of resilience and determination on the field.

The 2024 Brisbane Tour was more than a cricket experience; it was a journey of learning, both on and off the field, fostering growth and camaraderie among the boys.

While cricket was in full swing, the Radford rowing program re-opened the rowing shed, launching into the new year with annual January training camps. First up was the dedication of Years 10–12 rowers and coxes, followed by the enthusiastic Years 8–9 squad members. With over 90 participants, the Radford shed buzzed with excitement, culminating in the selection of crews for the upcoming NSW Rowing Championships and straight back into regatta racing with crews lining up in the ANU Boat Club Regatta. The shed as a collective competed exceptionally well, bringing home 30 Gold, 50 Silver and 37 bronze medals across all divisions and boat classes.

As the school holidays concluded, Radford's cricket, futsal, and oztag teams returned to the courts, fields, and pitches, resuming games in the ACT competitions. Simultaneously, our four Radford National Premier League (NPLB) Football Teams kicked off their 2024 season with a preseason camp and friendly matches against the Brindabella Blues Football Club.

Futsal

Congratulations to Michael Lo Pilato (Wandoo, Year 10) and Steve Maglasis (Banksia, Year 10) who won the FA U15 Boys Futsal National Championships in January on the Gold Coast representing Capital Football. Isla Murphy (Jarrah, Year 9) also competed for Capital Football in the U13 Girls age group who were crowned Runners Up.

Caitie Checksfield (Boronia, Year 11), Sasha Cartwright (Kurrajong, Year 7), Bella Voortman (Huon, Year 5) and Gemma Voortman (Huon, Year 8) represented ACT Futsal at the AFA Nationals in Sydney, all unfortunately going down in Semi Finals.

Student-Athlete Sporting Achievements

During the school holidays, Priya Rathod (Banksia Year 8), represented the ACT at the Cricket Australia Under 16 Female National Championships in Hobart.

Despite being one of the youngest players at the Championships (Priya is still Under 14), Priya’s consistent pace bowling saw her finish in the top 5 wicket-takers in the Championships (10 wickets at an average of 20.3) and earnt her selection in the Australian Under 16 Female Merit Team. Congratulations Priya!

Please note – Radford Sport does not get officially notified by SSACT or State Sporting Organisations when a student is selected in a School Sport or State representative team. This information is publicised on the SSACT Facebook page, the State Association media channels or needs to be provided by the student or parent to CCSports@radford.act.edu.au for it to be celebrated.