Wollongong Diocesan Athletics Championships
The 2018 Diocesan Athletics Championships were held in ideal conditions on 16 August at Campbelltown Athletics Stadium. St Patrick’s sent a small, but very competitive team, to contest the carnival and were rewarded with some outstanding results which included 3rd place overall in the female division.
Mercedes S (Year 12) – 1st Place 100m, 200m 400m and Long Jump
A summary of the girls that achieved podium positions in their respective events include:
Mercedes S – 1st Place 100m, 200m 400m and Long Jump.
Piper A - 1st Place High Jump, Discus, 2nd Place Long Jump, Shot and 3rd Place Triple Jump.
Ruby D – 1st Place 400m (New Diocesan Record) and 800m.
Katarina S – 1st Place Shot and 2nd Place High Jump.
Amy S – 1st Place 1500m and 3rd Place Long Jump.
Amy Y – 1st Place Javelin.
Brianna C – 1st Place Javelin.
Kayla M – 2nd Place Javelin.
Elizabeth D – 2nd Place Shot and Discus.
Natalie S - 2nd Place High Jump and 3rd Place Shot.
Amelia M – 2nd Place Discus.
Minduli T – 2nd Place Discus.
Candice H – 2nd Place Discus.
Jessica R – 3rd Place 200m.
Dryandra M – 3rd Place Javelin.
Senior 4x100m Relay Team – 2nd Place.
As a result of these outstanding individual performances, a number of students achieved highly in the Overall Age Champion standings. Topping the individual performances were Piper A who was named Age Champion of the 15 years age group and Ruby D and Mercedes S who finished runners up in their respective age divisions.
Students who have now qualified to represent the Diocese of Wollongong at the NSW Combined Catholic Colleges Athletics Championships to be held at Homebush include Piper A, Brianna C, Ruby D, Katarina S, Amy S, Mercedes S and Amy Y.
A big thank you and congratulations must go to all students who attended the carnival and Mr Muller who managed the team on the day.
I would also like to make extra special mention of Mr Sovilj, whose service to the College has been outstanding over many years. He has selfishly given up his time to assist at both College carnivals and as a College representative at Diocesan events. His name is one of the first pencilled in every year when the Diocesan convenor allocates duties and positions. His professionalism, knowledge and passion for athletics are admirable and we are extremely lucky to have had him as part of our College community. A massive thank you from not only myself, but the entire College community both past and present for your support over the years. However, if the athletics bug continues to bite, you are more than welcome back anytime.
Scott Ashcroft - Sports and Activities Coordinator
