2023 | ISSUE 11 | SJC Newsletter

Year 7 & 8 Football

Last Friday, an exciting and much-anticipated friendly match between the St Joseph's Year 7 and 8 football teams and Emmanuel College Warrnambool took place in Warrnambool. This fixture has become a wonderful three-year tradition between the two schools.

The Year 7 team - comprised of students from 7A, 7B, and 7C - eagerly stepped onto the field for their first chance to represent the College. The match was filled with incredible talent and determination from both sides, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. While the win went to Emmanuel with a final score of 5.13 (43) to 3.4 (22), our St Joseph's boys showcased their skills and gave their all, earning the admiration and pride of their supporters.

Patrick Urbanski, Henry Sargant, Angus Woods, Conor Whitten, Archer Plunkett, Kaiden Marino, and Conor Crimmins were among the standout players, demonstrating their dedication to representing the College with passion and commitment.

In the Year 8 match, the boys from 8A, 8B, and 8C faced a tough challenge against Emmanuel and experienced a loss with a score of 16.17 (113) to 2.2 (14). Despite the score line, the St Joseph's team, primarily comprised of players who hadn't played together last year as Year 7 students, fought valiantly and showed glimpses of their potential as they develop their skills.

Ned Allen, Taj Purcell, William Bennett, Archie Catanzariti, Jack McDonald, Tom Den Dryver, and Rex Suvoltos were among the standout players in the Year 8 team, contributing their individual efforts and teamwork.

These matches exemplified the College's commitment to providing opportunities for its students to engage in friendly competition, fostering camaraderie and a competitive spirit among over 100 boys from Year 7 and 8. Looking ahead, the coaches are preparing a new group of students for the next three friendlies throughout term three against St Ignatius, Iona, and the return match versus Emmanuel. These matches will undoubtedly offer more chances for our talented young athletes to showcase their skills and passion for the sport.