SPORTS REPORT
AFL9s at New Norfolk High School
On Friday 11 August, New Norfolk High School was fortunate enough to be able to host the first AFL 9’s football tournament against Glenora, Bayview and Cosgrove High Schools. After a total of 7 games and Cosgrove winning the inaugural interschool trophy (which was made by NNHS MDT team) everyone enjoyed a barbeque by the field.
This was the first of many sporting events to come to foster good sportsmanship and friendships between the schools in Southern Tasmania. The feedback was that everyone had a great time, and it was a really rewarding experience.
Throughout the day, some students from the senior journalism class gathered some feedback from staff and students who were visiting the school for the tournament.
“It was amazing to see schools from around the southern half of Tasmania coming together to play sport at such a high skill level. We were fortunate enough to have some very well-trained student umpires who did a tremendous job.” – Brett Geeves, ex Tasmanian Tigers and Australian 1 day Squad cricket player.
“It was a fantastic day, and it was great to see so many schools getting together. Hopefully this can continue and become a regular event as we’ve really enjoyed it and the kids have had an amazing day.” – CHS staff and students.
Rachel Smith and Felicity Woodham
Netball Report
This year we had two teams on the roster; the Grade 10 girls had three wins, ending their season in 6th position; the Grade 8 girls in only their second year playing together had a great season finishing in 4th position, meaning they qualified for finals. The Grade 8 girsl played in their semi-final on Tuesday the 22nd August against Cosgrove Green, who are yet to lose a game this season. The girls came out hard in defence and made Cosgrove work for every point. In the end, Cosgrove were too good on the night. All the girls should be very proud of their efforts this season and be very excited for what is to come next season.
Staff v Students Netball
During luncht on 18th August, staff challenged students in a game of netball. The game was again a success with many students spectating, buying soft drinks from our Prefects to enjoy while watching the game. Unfortunately for the students, the staff again came out on top due to a mixture of height and experience. We look forward to the next game in the staff versus students sport series.
