From our Leader of Sport - Mrs Toni McRae
Diocesan Winter Sports Trials – Soccer and Rugby League
Congratulations to the following students who represented St. Carthage’s at the Diocesan Winter Sports Trials in Grafton for Soccer and Rugby League:
- Rugby League: Tohbi Olive-Conte
- Soccer: Billy Bradfield, Myles Weekes, Brody Johnson, Gus Collings, Caitlin Gapes, Giulia Locatelli, Savannah McPherson
After being postponed several times due to inclement weather, the trials finally went ahead, and our students certainly made the most of the opportunity. They gave their all and performed admirably against high-quality competition.
Well done to each of you on your outstanding effort and determination in reaching this level of competition. We are proud of you!
Kindergarten and Year 1 Cross Country – A Celebration of Fun and Fitness!
On Thursday, 10th April, our youngest athletes took to the track for the much-anticipated Kinder/Year 1 Cross Country event. Held on St. Carthage’s oval as part of our School Rewards Day and the final day of Term 1, the event was a wonderful celebration of energy, enthusiasm, and school spirit.
The morning kicked off at 9:15am, with the Year 1 Girls leading the way, followed by the Year 1 Boys, Kinder Girls, and finally, the Kinder Boys. It was a delight to see our students give their best effort, cheered on by their peers and guided by their wonderful Year 6 buddies, who lined the track with words of encouragement and support.
Adding to the excitement, the entire school – Years 2 through to Year 6 – gathered to cheer on the Kinder and Year 1 students, bringing a wave of motivation and positivity to the event. Their enthusiastic support was not only heartwarming but also an important part of the competition, as Houses competed for the coveted St Carthage’s Cheering Trophy! Congratulations to Nagle House on winning this prestigious trophy for the Cross Country 2025.
The event was a fantastic way to wrap up the term, filled with fun, fitness, and school spirit. Congratulations to all our Kinder and Year 1 runners for their incredible efforts, and a big thank you to our Year 6 buddies and all students who cheered and encouraged their peers. It truly was a whole-school celebration of participation and perseverance!
A special thank you to all the parents and grandparents who came along to support the children on the day. Your presence and encouragement made the event even more special for our young runners!
Well done to everyone involved – we can’t wait for next year’s race!
Results-Kinder/Year Cross Country 2025
Polding Softball Success
On Wednesday, 30th April, Jack McCarthy, Billy McCarthy, and Gus Collings proudly represented the Lismore Diocesan Softball Team at the Polding Softball Trials in Blacktown.
This high-level competition allowed the boys to test their skills against talented players from across the state, all aiming for a place in the Polding Softball Team that will compete at the NSW All Schools Softball Championships.
Jack, Billy, and Gus displayed outstanding skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship throughout the event. They rose to the challenge, grew in confidence, and embraced the true spirit of the game.
We are thrilled to announce that all three boys were selected in the Polding Primary School Softball Team for 2025—a remarkable achievement!
Congratulations to Gus, Jack, and Billy on reaching this level of competition, and best wishes as you prepare for the next exciting stage. We are incredibly proud of you!
Diocesan Netball Success
Congratulations to Ebony Andrews on her selection in the Lismore Diocesan Netball Team, which competed at the Polding Netball Trials in Bathurst on Friday, 2nd May.
Ebony proudly represented our school, showcasing her skill and sportsmanship at this competitive event. We are very proud of her achievement!
Diocesan Representation at Polding Hockey Trials
Four St Carthage’s students proudly represented the Lismore Diocesan Softball Team at the Polding Hockey Trials held in Bathurst.
Congratulations to Maggie Hughes, Georgia O’Brien, Levi Dunstan, and Lucas Harmon, who competed for a place in the NSW Catholic Schools State Team.
We commend them for their commitment, skill, and sportsmanship at this high level of competition. Well done on this wonderful achievement!
Richmond Zone Cross Country Carnival
On Tuesday 29th April, the St. Carthage's Cross Country Team proudly represented our school at the Richmond Zone Cross Country Carnival. A total of 47 students competed on the day, each giving their very best effort and showing great determination and team spirit.
The St. Carthage Cross Country Team was: Leo Zajazkowski, Vincent Barry, Hugh Grossfelt, Harry Elphick, Lennox Scotcher, Georgie Scotcher, Billie Fittock, Aria Campbell, Maia Szybinski-Page, Elki Fraser, Nash Robinson, Jarvis McPherson, Dalziel Lovell, Patrick James, Luka Wright, Frankie Veronese, Halle Bull, Lily Murray, Isla Parrish, Samantha Giles, Hamish Hughes, Hugo Hogan, Josh Bryant, Thomas Cootes, Madelyn Perin, Chloe Blainey, Daisy Smith, Ella Andrews, Allie Bradfield, Zander Annetts, Louis Bailey, Nhial Maciek, Levi Dunstan, Cooper Munro, Nadia Cittolin, Emma Clement, Eloise McFarlane, Billy Bradfield. Henry Hogan, Miller Clarke, Billy McCarthy, Jack Bryant, Ella Davey, Ebony Andrews, Maggie Hughes, Georgia Dodds, Ellie Gumbleton.
Congratulations to the following students who have been selected in the Richmond Zone Team to compete at the Diocesan Cross Country Championships in Grafton on Tuesday 20th May: Ella Davy, Georgia Dodds, Ebony Andrews, Maggie Hughes, Ella Andrews, Frankie Veronese, Hamish Hughes, Nadia Cittolin, and Zander Annetts.
A special congratulations to Georgie Scotcher, who placed 2nd in the 8-year-old girls division. (*Please note: 8-year-olds are not eligible to compete at the next level of competition.)
Well done to all students involved—we are proud of your efforts and how you represented St. Carthage’s!
