‘I believe success is achieved by ordinary people with extraordinary determination.”

Students’ Success

The Cross Country team had their final race of the season last Thursday, competing in the Otago Cross Country Championships held at Kaikorai Valley College. Despite the muddy conditions, the team finished with some pleasing results. Yui Ishikawa finished third overall in the Under 14 Girls race, then alongside Tessa Gabbott (fourth) and Maia Scott (fifth), also won the team section of the race. Many of the other team members also finished in the top 10 for their age group. It has been a great season for all students involved.

Congratulations to Elise Carline, who represented the Otago Under 17 Basketball Team in the weekend. The team had convincing wins against Eastern Southland. Elise is travelling to a National Event in Hamilton with the team during the July School Holidays. Holly Lightfoot and Kadince Robinson were members of the Under 15B Team.

Recently, Georgia Te Raki and Abby Newell represented Otago in the Under 15 Girls’ Team at the South Island Table Tennis Tournament held in Christchurch.  They finished 3rd overall in the Teams Event, losing to two strong Canterbury teams and beating both Nelson and Marlborough.They also played in the Canterbury Open Tournament and were second in the Under 15 Girls Doubles. 

Otago Secondary Schools Netball Tournament

Our Senior A, 10A, and 9A Netball Teams displayed some great skills and teamwork at the Otago Secondary Schools Netball Tournament on Sunday and Monday. Special mention of the 9A Team which finished sixth from 16 teams. This was a fantastic achievement against some strong opposition. Thank you to our Coaches and Managers, who guided and supported the players.

Football

The last two weeks 1 st XI Football games have been eventful. The team managed to win a battle against Otago Girls’ High School 1st XI, defeating them 5-4. Last week the team traveled to Balclutha and were victorious 2-1 against South Otago High School. Keep up the excellent work girls. The combined Queen’s High School/Columba College 2nd XI team is also progressing well.

NetballSmart

Lana Morrison and Gwen Harrop facilitated a NetballSmart session for a group of junior netball players recently. They demonstrated a ‘Dynamic Warm-up’ and ensured the players were using the correct technique, to eliminate the chance of an injury.

Lunchtime Activities

There have been two Wednesday lunchtime activity sessions held in the gym. Week one incorporated table tennis and corn hole and this week indoor bowls was included. Spot prizes were on offer for students.