2023 | ISSUE 12 | SJC Newsletter

A group of brand new Year 7 and 8 footballers travelled to Drysdale to take on the GISSA winning St Ignatius Year 7 and 8 teams in two friendly matches on Wednesday 9 August. The Year 7 boys were selected from 7D, 7E and 7F whilst the Year 8 team was selected from 8D, 8E and 8F.

The matches – part of a series of four friendly games this term for both year levels – aimed to do more than just determine winners and losers. With a strong focus on fostering connections, developing athletic abilities, character and leadership skills, both Year 7 and Year 8 teams demonstrated a level of determination and camaraderie that truly embodied the core values of the school's football program.

In a closely contested match, the Year 7 boys demonstrated their potential in front of a hostile crowd on St Ignatius Main Oval. Despite a valiant effort the boys fell short, with the final score reading St Joseph's 5.9 (39) to St Ignatius' 11.8 (74). William Blake was outstanding throughout along with Harry Lindsay, Charlie Chandley, Zac Ashton and Finnegan Wallace who were some of the other strong performers.

The Year 8 team jumped out to an early 3-goal lead and kept on from there as they ran out 59-point victors. Banjo Savage kicked 3 goals whilst Charlie Montebello, Charlie Peake, Mac Darby and Noah Smith were the best players in the 14.10 (94) to 5.5 (35) victory.

As the College continues its series of friendly games this term, we can look forward to witnessing the growth and progress of these promising young athletes. Next up will be games versus Iona in Week 8. 

Chris Lynch
Timetabler