We were well represented at the recent full-school assembly!

Over the course of the summer, we witnessed not only displays of outstanding talent across various sports but also a remarkable demonstration of camaraderie, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Each game, each match, each competition spoke volumes about the character and determination of our young athletes.

At the conclusion of the MAADI Cup, there were representative crews announced which we are strongly represented in. Last year, Will Milne was a part of the NZ Under 19 team that rowed the World Championships in Paris. This years NZ Under 19 wider squad has been announced, with Will Milne, Zach Brownlee, Dylan McConnell, and Ethan Steyn all named.

There were also crews named for the North versus South rowing regatta with Year 12s Jack Ramsey and Corben Campbell named to compete.

First Team Representative Badges: Cricket and Rowing

In rowing, a badge is earned by rowing for a season in the Under 18 Eight at both NISS and NZSS. The following boys have earned their first team badge this season: Corben Campbell, Jack Ramsey, Wynston Roberts, and Ryan Ollington.

In cricket, a badge is earned by playing 20 games for the 1st XI Cricket side. The following boys have earned their first team badge: Taine Grover, Blake Evans, Cullen Crowe, Jackson Botherway, and Jonah Funnell.

First Team Honours Caps: Cricket and Rowing

A First Team Cap is earned in rowing by being a member of the Under 18 Eight at both NISS and NZSS levels for two years. The following boys have earned their honours caps: Zachary Brownlee, Jonty Mackintosh, Dylan McConnell, and Ethan Steyn.

Finally, a special mention must be made of Year 13 student, Lucky Reddy. The bar to reach for an Honours Cap in cricket is reasonably difficult at 40 games, with this expected to be reached over two seasons. Lucky has managed to play a massive 100 games for our 1st XI Cricket side, after making his debut as a Year 9 student.

Summer Tournament Week 2024:

Junior Colts Cricket:

Our Colts Cricket side were down in Palmerston North at the Junior Gillette Cup which was to be the last of its kind. The tournament kicked off with a bang as we faced Christchurch Boys' on the opening day. We posted a competitive total of 154 and then showcased our bowling prowess, dismissing them for a mere 73 runs. It was a statement of intent from our team, setting the tone for the battles ahead.

Day two brought a clash with Whanganui Collegiate, where we unleashed our batsmen. Led by the brilliance of Aditya Gulla, who notched an impressive 113 not out, and Chris Pradeep's explosive 83 off just 75 balls, we set a formidable target of 259 for 2. Arjun Taneja’s bowling masterclass further solidified our dominance, taking five wickets for a mere 15 runs. The victory was comprehensive.

As the tournament progressed, each match brought its own challenges and triumphs. On the third day, we faced off against Wellington College in a match that felt like a final. Despite a strong start with the bat, we found ourselves under pressure towards the end of our innings. Wellington's resilience saw them snatch victory in a thrilling last-over finish.

Day four saw us bounce back, securing a hard-fought win over Auckland Grammar. Aditya Gulla once again showcased his class with a well-earned half-century, while Hudson, our captain, led the charge with his bowling, dismantling the opposition's batting lineup.

By day five, saw the team match up with Waitaki Boys. Arjun had another fiery spell with the ball, earning him another five-wicket haul, setting the stage for a convincing victory.

As the dust settled on the tournament, members of the team were given individual accolades. Aditya, Chris, and Jai emerged as the top run-scorers, while Arjun's exceptional bowling earned him the title of the tournament's leading wicket-taker. Aditya secured the tournament MVP, which is a fantastic achievement as a result of his superb performances. Finally, amidst the celebrations, we couldn't overlook the unsung heroes, like Daniel MacDonald, whose selfless contributions and living of our school's values made him our team MVP.

The boys then backed this up by coming back to Hamilton to compete in the Seddon Cup final, which was played at Bay Oval over in Tauranga against Tauranga Boys. The Seddon Cup is a new tournament which has been formed for schools of the central North Island by the Seddon Cricket club, to get more high quality games for players. The team went through the entire competition strongly, beating a range of top quality cricketing schools including: St Peter's, Francis Douglas Memorial College, New Plymouth Boys', as well as Tauranga Boys’ in both pool play and the final to secure this championship. The team is: Aditya Gulla, Cooper Haeata, Chris Pradeep, Jai Poonia, Daniel Young, Harn Singh, Hudson Clarke, Jacob Otto, Joseph Challis, Murphy Preston, Arjun Taneja, and Daniel Macdonald.