From the Sports Department
Track and Field – AIC Championships
Last week, Lauries competed in the Annual AIC Track and Field Championships. This year, our Senior Team showed great determination and teamwork, battling numerous injuries on the final day, the team fought hard and finishing in 7th place. While it may not have been the outcome they hoped for, their hard work and sportsmanship were commendable. Our Primary Team shone brightly, securing an impressive 4th place overall! Their dedication and enthusiasm were evident in every event, and they represented our school with pride.
We are especially proud of all our athletes, but special congratulations to the Following students who won their individual events over the 2 days.
- Remi La Porte
- Ashton Samson-Wood
- Hunter Swan
- Oscar McKean
- Thomas Vaseo
- Lery James
- Terrell Thorne
- Eli Corbette
- Sebastian Daley
- Jackson Bush
- Xavier Haikings
- Riley Johns
- Oliver Blaik
Thank you to all the coaches, supporters, and families who helped make this season a success.
All Schools Touch Tournament Recap
Last weekend, the Gold Coast played host to the highly anticipated All Schools Touch Tournament, where our school teams showcased their talent against schools from across Queensland. We are proud to report strong performances across all age groups, with each team giving their best on the field. All of our teams finished in the top 3 of their pools, which is very commendable achievement.
A special thank you goes to Ms Wilson for her coordination and leadership, ensuring that all teams were well-prepared and supported throughout the event. Additionally, we extend our gratitude to Mr Ward and Mr Witt for their invaluable coaching, helping our students develop their skills and strategies.
Overall, the tournament was a fantastic experience and we look forward to building on this success in future competitions, with Lauries hosting the AIC Touch Championships in 2 weeks time.
All Schools Water Polo Success!
We are excited to share the results of the All Schools Water Polo Tournament, which was also held over the long weekend! Our teams showcased incredible talent and determination, making us proud in the pool. The Opens team finished in 7th place, and congratulations to our Junior Team, who were crowned Champions!
A big thank you goes out to Mr. Sam Wiltshire and Ms. Meg Jacobs for their outstanding coaching and coordination over the long weekend.
More Sport Happening!
This weekend, we have more Lauries teams in action, with our Primary and Senior Teams competing at the QLD AFL All Schools Cup Final, and our Year 9/10 Basketball team is competing at the CBSQ Tournament being held at the Gold Coast. Best of Luck to all teams over the weekend!
MR PATRICK BYRON
Head of Sport