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Winter Sport Competition

Netball

Congratulations to the Senior A, Senior C, 9A, 9C, and 9 Blue Netball Teams, which all played in finals last weekend - a mighty effort playing off for winner/runner up honours. Special acknowledgement of the Senior A and 9A Teams which won their respective grades against strong opposition. The players displayed skill, determination, composure, and self-belief throughout their respective finals. Thanks to Lana Morrison, Mrs Beck, Nikki Stumbles, Jessica Gill, and Olivia Shirley for the time they have given to these teams.

Football

Southland Girls’ High School kindly invited Queen’s High School 1st XI Football Team to play an interschool game against them last week. Our team produced a strong first half performance on the Caledonian Ground, to have a decent half-time lead. The game was great preparation for winter tournament week where the team have been this week and the 7-0 victory, a good confidence booster for the players.

Winter Tournament Week

Football

The 1st XI Football team travelled to Timaru to compete in the Lotto Sportswear Tournament. After finishing top of their pool, the team crossed over in the quarter finals to play Marian College. A 14-0 win secured a semi-final place against Columba College. The team was defeated 1-0 in a tightly fought game. They put the disappointment behind them and were triumphant in the playoff for the bronze medal, defeating local heroes, Timaru Girls’ High School. Maia Scott was named the team’s Most Valuable Player of the tournament. Well done to all the players and a huge thank you to Rob Bray and Miss Mackay-Wright, Coaches and Ms Abbott, Manager.

Netball

The Senior A Netball team had a successful week at the South Island Secondary Schools Tournament held in Invercargill. They had tightly contested pool play games and finished 19th from 32 teams. A great learning experience for all the players. We wish to acknowledge Lana Morrison, Coach, Ms Beck, Manager, Mrs Hanning, Assistant Manager, and Ernie Mather, Umpire.

Hockey

The 1st XI Hockey Team was up against strong competition in the Jenny McDonald Cup held in Timaru this week. They were plagued with injuries and sickness, but continued to battle on in good spirit to finish in eighth place. Thanks is extended to Ms Geddes, Coach and Sandra Lyall and Megan Gibbons, Managers.

Ice Hockey

The Ice Hockey Tournament finished yesterday with the Dunedin Combined Schools Team placing sixth overall. The team comprised students from eight local secondary schools. They played hard all week and grew so much as a new team. An extra special acknowledgement of Rebecca Lilly, who gave up many hours of her week to coach the players. Her knowledge and expertise helped support everyone. Thanks also to Mrs Bishop-Cherry, who was instrumental in ensuring this team came to together. Well done to Heidi Brook, Jessica Johnson, Sophia Blaikie, and October Ryalls, our students, who represented the team with pride.

Overall, Queen’s High School had a successful time at Winter Tournament week. The players enjoyed being involved in the various tournaments and have grown and developed as players. It is an amazing opportunity to compete against schools from throughout the South Island. Thanks also to the sideline supporters and people behind the scenes who made this all possible.

Student Success

Rugby

Congratulations to Mahinarangi Maihi and Melody Buckby who have been selected in the Otago Metro Under 16 Girls' Rugby Squad.

Swimming

Well done to Rayne Davey who attended the Blind Sport New Zealand Swimming Winter Camp, held in Queenstown last weekend. She was fortunate to be training with and by retired Mary Fisher, Paralympian and Cameron Leslie, Wheel Black. Rayne achieved great times for her laps.

Uniform Return

Now that winter sports have wrapped up, we require all uniforms and tracksuits to be returned to the Sports Office by the end of next week.

Summer Sports

As we move into Term 4 sports, we are always looking for support for our teams. If you are interested in coaching or managing a team, please get in touch via email: sport@queens.school.nz

Sporting Success Outside School

If your child competes in other sport outside of Queen’s High School, we would like to acknowledge their achievements on our Social Media platforms. Please email; sport@queens.school.nz