Staff vs Year 6 Matches

Last week some keen staff and Year 6 students played some closely fought games of Oztag, Netball, and Soccer.  The games were lots of fun and enjoyed by all that played and cheered from the sideline.

Oztag

Some of the highlights included Mr Sneyd opening the first two minutes with a stunning try, showcasing grace and athleticism down the right side of the field. Rachel followed up brilliantly on the right wing, leaving players in awe with powerful steps that brought the opposition to their knees. Mrs Stubbs-Mills added to the excitement with her precision tagging, successfully completing four in a row, demonstrating incredible skill and focus.

Overall, the team demonstrated great sportsmanship and dominance both on and off the field. Congratulations to the teachers for their hard-fought 7-6 victory over the students. Best of all, there were no injuries to report.

Netball

Here's what the coaches of the students' team had to say about the match.

We would like to thank everyone for participating in the teachers verse Year 6 netball game. Everyone displayed sportsmanship and encouragement towards other players. It was a heart racing game and everyone brought their best to the court. The teachers were on fire throughout the whole game, goal after goal, but ultimately in the end the students came out on top with six amazing goals. 

Soccer

In the drizzle, teachers and students displayed skilful passing and shooting throughout a hard-fought contest. Many of the students had chosen to play and therefore had subs aplenty, while the teachers were down to the bare minimum. After an opening couple of goals to the teachers, the students clawed their way back but ultimately when down in a very tight and entertaining contest. Well done, teachers and students.

A huge thank you to Mr Brown and the Year 6 students for organising these fun games.

Primary Swimming Carnival 2025

Information will be sent home shortly regarding our Primary Swimming Carnival for 2025. This is scheduled for the first week back at school (31/1/25). Please complete permission and transport information when it becomes available on Parent Lounge. Spots on the bus are limited so get in quick.

If you are a parent and are keen/able to assist in the pool for the 25m races, then please let Mr McSwan know ASAP.

Return of Uniforms

If you happen to have any of the following clothing items in your possession at home, could you please return them to Mr McSwan ASAP:

• GPCC Athletics/Cross Country singlet
• GPCC Soccer/Futsal/Oztag t-shirt
• GPCC Netball dress
• GPCC Basketball singlet
• GPCC Swimming cap

Dates for your Calendar

PRIMARY TERM 4

Important events

Wednesday 11 December - K-6 Fun Day on School Oval

Mr Chris Harris | Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator

CSSA Knockout Cricket Competition – Second Round

On Wednesday 27 November the Opens Cricket team travelled to Singleton for the second round of the CSSA Knockout Cricket Competition. The match, graciously organized by Carinya Christian School, was held at the picturesque Cook Park Number 1 ground, midway between the schools, on an exceptionally hot day. GPCC won the toss and elected to field, sending Carinya in to bat for their 40 overs. Carinya put on an impressive batting display, finishing at 4/225, with their opening batsman carrying his bat for a remarkable 113 not out. A special mention goes to Scarlett S, who demonstrated outstanding bowling by taking all four wickets for GPCC.

In response, GPCC started strongly, reaching 48 before losing the first wicket. Despite the solid start, the team was dismissed for 160 in the 38th over. Raj S led the batting effort with an excellent score of 80 runs. This match concludes what has been a highly successful 2024 cricket program for the Opens Team. All players should be extremely proud of their hard work and achievements throughout the term.

Well done again to Alexandra H (Year 8) who, for the 3rd year in a row, was successful in being chosen as part of the Central Coast team to compete in Surf Lifesaving NSW InterBranch Championships which was held over the weekend of 30th November-1st December at Cape Hawke. Alexandra took part in a number of events with her teammates (18 of which were from her local surf club Avoca), in some very challenging surf on Saturday. Unfortunately the challenging surf conditions continued into Sunday and the decision was made to not hold any water events. Even without water events, the Central Coast team place 3^rd in the point score.