Sports Report Term 3, Week 3

ACT and Regional NSW Interschool Snowsport Championships 23 – 26 July 2024

By Mr Alex Timms, Sports Program Coordinator

The Radford Snowsports team returned to Perisher last week to compete in the ACT and Regional NSW Interschool Snowsport Championships. Around 1300 students from 146 schools across the region participated, a total over 2700 individual entries.

Due to the scheduling of events, team members registered in snowboard events arrived early at the hotel in Wilson’s Valley, followed mid-week by those in the later ski events. They all enjoyed the social bonding, great hospitality and access to tuning and waxing workshops after dinner each evening.

Transport was coordinated daily with precision to have team members at their events early each morning. Evening briefings kept everyone on the same page and well versed with the rules of the competition and prepared for when unforeseen events occur on the racecourse.

Team spirit was high in anticipation of challenging for the podium, and the behaviour of our athletes was exemplary during the week. This reflected very well on the 2024 team and cemented the reputation of Radford College Snowsports on tour and representing the College in public and at competitions.

Many individual personal bests were achieved during the course of the week, with the College represented in Snowboard Giant Slalom (SBGS), Snowboard-Cross (SBX), Mogul skiing (Moguls), Alpine Giant Slalom (GS) and Ski-Cross (SX) events.

The top 3 ACT teams, along with the top 8 placed ACT individuals, from all divisions and disciplines, may be eligible for an invitation to compete at the Australian Interschools Championships that take place from 3 – 8 September 2024 at Perisher.

The top 20 individuals from the ACT qualifying event will soon receive an invitation to the 2024 ACT/NSW/QLD State event that will be held from19 – 23 August 2024 at Perisher.

Congratulations to all athletes on your stellar performances at the Championships last week - invitations to the national event in September will be published on the Snow Australia Interschools website over coming weeks.

Your next challenge is coming soon at the ACT Schools Cup on Sunday 25 August. Standby for more information on Nexus!

Thank you to Mrs Comino, Mr Mandl and Mr Marcks for their support during an exciting and busy week!

Sporting Achievements

Congratulations to the following Radford students who have gained selection in a 2024 SSACT representative team:

Patrick Maundrell (Year 7, Wandoo) – 19&U Cross Country

Matty Maundrell (Year 9, Wandoo) – 19&U Cross Country

Katherine Maundrell (Year 11, Wandoo) – 19&U Cross Country

Kaiya Barsby (Year 10, Wandoo) – 19&U Cross Country

Mae Smith (Year 7, Boronia) – 19&U Cross Country

Shannon Clews (Year 7, Karri) – 19&U Cross Country

Zoe Schofield (Year 8, Karri) – 19&U Cross Country

Owen Toyne (Year 11, Boronia) – 19&U Cross Country

Upcoming School Sport ACT Team Trials

Cricket (12&U Girls Team)

• Trial 1 – 15 August, 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm
• Trial 2 – 21 August, 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm
• Boorer Family Cricket Centre, Radford College
• Any student wishing to take part in the trial, must register via the SSACT website SSACT Cricket Registration. Further information can also be found by clicking on the registration link.

Cricket (12&U Boys Team)

• Trial 1 – 15 August, Group 1: 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm; Group 2: 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm
• Trial 2 – 21 August, Group 1: 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm; Group 2: 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm
• Trial 3 – Invitation Only. Parents of invited players will be contacted.
• Boorer Family Cricket Centre, Radford College
• Any student wishing to take part in the trial, must register via the SSACT website SSACT Cricket Registration Further information can also be found by clicking on the registration link.

Important

• Radford students who choose to take part in a trial for SSACT teams are to follow the registration process for the respective sport trials. Majority of SSACT trials are conducted after school hours, however if the trial does take place during the school day, it is the responsibility of the parent / guardian to notify the College of the student’s absence.
• If a Radford student is selected in a SSACT representative team, it is the responsibility of the parent / guardian to follow the normal College absence processes.

Year 3-6 Co-curricular Athletics Program Coach wanted

Are you an experienced educator, coach or Radford parent or carer with a passion for athletics?

Radford Sport is seeking a dedicated individual to assist the College with our Years 2–6 Co-curricular Athletics Program in Term 4 2024 and Term 1 2025.

About the Program

The aim of the program is to develop skill sets across a range of events from the track and field disciplines. We would love to see the coaching centred around personalised feedback and supporting students in evolving their training capacity, form and function. Students are to be supported and guided, in addition to preparing for the 2025 Radford, Belconnen, and ACT School Sport Athletics Carnivals.

Schedule

• Training Sessions – Tuesdays from 3.30 – 4.45 pm
• Location – Radford College J.A. Mackinnon Oval
• Equipment – A variety of age-appropriate athletics equipment is available
• Special Sessions – Twice per term at the AIS Track

Requirements

• Experience in athletics coaching or sports education
• Ability to provide personalized feedback and support to students
• Commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment
• Current WWVP card

Compensation

• An hourly pay rate will be offered.

If you are interested, please email CCSports@radford.act.edu.au

SSACT Scholarship Fund

The SSACT Scholarship Fund is once again open and available for students who have been selected in a SSACT representative team and is required to travel interstate to compete at the respective School Sport Australia National Championships.

More information on the Scholarship Fund and its consideration criteria, can be found here.

Successful applicants will receive a $500 deduction from their team fees during the payment phase of the team preparation process. The approval process can be quite quick once the student is selected and one of the criteria is deemed as a 'Circumstantial Hardship' e.g. multiple children from the same family making teams in a close timeframe.

Scholarship applications are to be submitted to eo@schoolsportact.org.au.