by St Paul's Collegiate School

Teacher ranks tenth in the world

Physical education teacher Ryan McCarthy was placed tenth in the world from 18,000 competitors in a recent Crossfit competition.

The Crossfit Age Group Qualifier for Masters 40-44 division held in March 2020, saw Ryan place in the top ten of his age division which enabled him to secure a place to compete at the prestigious Crossfit Games. These were scheduled to be held in August 2020, in Madison Wisconsin United States of America. However, due to Covid-19, the Crossfit Games for Age Group Athletes was cancelled.

It has been Mr McCarthy's goal for the last three years to qualify for the games. Last year, he just missed qualifying by being placed 12th in the world. He is hoping his third attempt in 2021 will prove successful also.