MAC SPORTS
Click here to read all current and upcoming sports notices and events.
SPORTS RESULTSThe following websites / pages have detailed information regarding sport and competition at different alert levels and have the latest updates regarding school sport:
http://www.osssa.org.nz/ (Otago Secondary Schools Sports Association Inc.)
http://www.nzsssc.org.nz/ (School Sport New Zealand)
https://www.facebook.com/macsportshub/ (Mount Aspiring College Sports Hub Facebook page)
Entries due - Come to the SportsHub or email sport@mtaspiring.school.nz
Now: SISS MTB champs (Methven) - limited spaces
11 February: Upper Clutha Primary Schools triathlon / Otago SS triathlon
Sports Notices:
Please click on the link below to read the important introduction to school sports and extracurricular sporting events and how they are run at Mount Aspiring College
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xLEYsZc34LitPCgh5CcxTWyASEF1Wqd2Ed4PA4B4LBU/edit?usp=sharing
THE 2021 UPPER CLUTHA JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
For Junior Sportspeople
Do you know what the best foods are to eat before a competition?
What are the best exercises to do after a hard game of sport?
Is there a way to control your nerves before a big race?
If you’d like to know the answers to these questions and learn more about how to develop in your chosen sport, register now for the 2021 intake of the Upper Clutha Junior Development Programme.
Open to Years 9-11 students of all sporting backgrounds and abilities, this free programme will run from 11 March until 28 May 2021.
For more information, check out the Programme’s Cover Letter, contact Ms McCone at MAC, or email uppercluthasportscommunity@gmail.com. Register by Friday 5 March on the UCJDP Registration Form.
RUGBY:
If anyone is interested in coaching or managing the MAC U14, U15 and Girls 1st XV this year please send Hamish Crosbie an email: crosbieh@mtaspiring.school.nz
FUTSAL TRIALS:
Who: Year 11-13 Boys
When: Monday 15 February, 3.30pm
Where: MAC Gym
Who: Year 9-10 Boys
When: Tuesday 16 and Friday 19 February, lunch time
Where: Meet at the MAC gym
SISS MTB champs
Entries for the SISS MTB champs are open. The champs will be held from 12-14 March in Methven. Entries for all events are restricted. Schools will be limited to 4 riders each into the Downhill and Cross Country, and six riders into the Enduro.
All other riders must be entered onto the waiting list.
Entry fees are $35 for XC, $65 for DH and $45 for Enduro.
Please email sports@mtaspiring.school.nz or come to the sportshub to sign up.
TOUCH
The mixed touch tournament is being held at the Wanaka Rugby Grounds on 28 February at 1.00pm.
$10 per team, Years 5&6, 7&8, 9&10, minimum of two girls on at all times. Entries close 24 February.
To enter email tiny@sportotago.co.nz
COACHES CLUB 2021
Topic – Winning in the Long Run
Presenter – Grant Milne – Coach Lead Sport Otago
Special Guest – Local junior athlete navigating her way through the various pathways in sport
Where: MAC North Block
When: Monday 22 February, 7.00pm
Cost: Free
Who: Parents, Athletes year 8 to 13, coaches and administrators.
RSVP: tiny@sportotago.co.nz
STRAPPING COURSE
13 April, 7.00pm, Wanaka Physiotherapy. Cost $5, keep unused tape, maximum 10 people, register with tiny@sportotago.co.nz
CHALLENGE WANAKA VOLUNTEERS
Volunteering at Integrity Homes Challenge Wanaka is both rewarding and inspiring. Volunteers are the heart and soul of Challenge Wanaka and we couldn't do it without your support and passion. Race day is on Saturday 20 February based at Glendhu Bay and we are still on the hunt for some more amazing volunteers. If you are keen to be involved, we would love to hear from you - please email Sarah Searle, Volunteer Manager at volunteer@challenge-wanaka.com or register online www.challenge-wanaka.com - thank you!
SPORTS RESULTS
Rodeo
Year 11 MAC student Cade Cameron placed second in the Novice Steer Ride at the Outram Rodeo last weekend. He will be travelling to Australia at the end of the year to compete. Congratulations Cade!
NETBALL
Senior Competitive Year 11 to Year 13 trials
Open trial Tuesday 2 March, 4.00 – 6.00pm, Wanaka Rec Centre
Thursday 4 March, 4.00 – 6.00pm, Wanaka Rec Centre
Invitation trial Tuesday 9 March, 4.00 – 6.00pm, Wanaka Rec Centre
Email the club if you are unable to attend mtaspiringnc@gmail.com
Non-Competitive senior team players
You will all be contacted after the above trials have taken place to establish composition of teams, as this is number-dependant. Rest assured we are doing our best to accommodate everyone.
Year 9 & Year 10 trials
Open trial Thursday 11 March, 4.00pm – 6.00pm, Wanaka Rec Centre
Tuesday 16 March, 4.00 – 6.00pm, Wanaka Rec Centre
Invitation trial Tuesday 23 March, 4.00 – 6.00pm, Wanaka Rec Centre
Please note above are numbers dependant - this last trial may also be open but will be advised after first trials have been undertaken.
Email the club if you are unable to attend mtaspiringnc@gmail.com
Year 7/8 teams
This season there may be structure changes to this grade and we will know more after 25/2/21 which will mean there will be trials. Please ensure you register and also join our Facebook page for regular updates.
To register: https://www.sporty.co.nz/mountaspiringnetballclub
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/635479119855076
NOTE: You must register to trial. You must attend all trials. Non attendance to trials must be emailed prior to trial date to: mtaspiringnc@gmail.com