By Mrs Liz Illingworth, Principal

Relay for Life

Relay for Life, held on 4 and 5 March, was a special time and was completed with so many highlights. St Patrick’s College had a team of 95 members who participated across the weekend, completed 2212 laps, and covered over 1327 kilometres. A fantastic effort.  

Beyond the incredible fundraising effort from the team, many students volunteered at the kids' activities and gaming station. St Patrick’s College students opened the event with a performance of the National Anthem, while Ross and Summer expertly provided musical entertainment during the event.

Personally, walking and chatting with many of our young people, I was inspired by their willingness to give to others, their compassion, their care for each other and the way that they see the world and their futures in it. I certainly feel inspired and comfortable knowing that these are our future leaders.

Over 20 staff participated. How lucky are we to have such a committed staff to our young people? A big thank you to Mr Jack Prosser and Mr Harrison Mills for their leadership in planning, organising and running this event.

Teaching and Learning - ‘INSIGHT’

Insight is Catholic Education Tasmania’s newest project and is based on the science of learning and the science of reading. It aims to empower all educators to help their students grow in knowledge, wisdom, and service. Through Insight, we aim to improve the educational outcomes of every student in our College. 

Catholic Education Tasmania is focusing on improving three key areas of teaching and learning:

1. How we teach
2. What we teach
3. What our students have learned

On Monday 6 March, St Patrick’s College hosted educators from across the state working with ‘Shaping Minds’ from Western Australia. We are excited that our staff are committed to this professional development and that we were able to host this event.  

We look forward to continuing to improve the teaching practices of our staff to ensure that the learning experiences and outcomes of all students at the College continue to improve and are consistently what is considered to be best practice.

Validation

School Validation is a point-in-time opportunity to explore the school’s current achievements and goals in its process of ongoing school improvement for learning. St Patrick’s College was last Validated in 2018, and this year in May will undergo the process of School Validation.

Part of continuous ongoing improvement involves seeking feedback from parents, staff and students. In order to do this all members of our community will receive a survey. Please keep an eye out for this survey which will be communicated in late March. We ask that you please take the time to complete this survey so that we receive data that lets us know what we are doing well, where we need to improve and provides us with direction for our future.

 Thank you in anticipation of taking the time to complete this survey.

Traffic and Parking

Thank you to each member of our community who ensures the safety of all around the College.  A reminder to please drive safely, at the advertised speed limits and to follow directions in regards to parking and drop off and pick up.

A reminder that the parking at the front of the College is strictly for drop off and pick up only from 8:00am-9:00am and 3:00pm-4:00pm and has a 2-minute limit.

St Patrick’s Day

As this newsletter comes to you, we will have just completed our celebrations as a community for St Patrick’s Day, our Student Executive will have been inducted and the St Patrick’s Day Cup will have been run and won. In celebrating this special day, we continue to make links to our past, celebrate our present and look forward to the future.

I know that through the interactions I am having with your young people, our future is in good hands.

PTO BOOKING INFORMATION 

As we come to the end of Term 1, we are preparing for our first formal Parent-Teacher Evening which will be held at the College on Wednesday 26 April from 4.00pm until 8.30pm. 

Parents and guardians can use the feedback and assessments recorded on Schoolbox as a guide as to whether you need to book an interview. Students are encouraged to attend the meetings with their parent(s)/guardian(s). 

Interviews can be booked online using the online booking system PTO from 7.00am Tuesday 4 April until midnight Sunday 23 April. Login details will be emailed to parents on Tuesday 28 March. 

The PTO website portal is available by clicking on or typing the following link in your web browser: https://bookings.parentteacher... 

PTO App Bookings can also be made by using the PTO Mobile App. The App can be downloaded on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store and you can find St Patrick’s College using the code: aprmz 

Please note, the PTO booking System will NOT be available until it opens at 7.00am Tuesday 4 April.

If you encounter any problems using either the PTO website or App, please contact Mrs Nicole Cullen, Personal Assistant to Deputy Principal Learning & Achievement, on 6341 9988 or ncullen@stpatricks.tas.edu.au.

PTO Login Details: Will be emailed on Tuesday 28 March.

PTO Bookings Open: Tuesday 4 April, at 7:00am

PTO Bookings Close: Sunday 23 April, at midnight

DOWNLOAD THE PTO APP

App Store (Apple)

https://apps.apple.com/au/app/pto-parent-teacher-online/id1089092091

Play Store (Google)

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=countrynet.parentteacheronline.com.au.pto 

App Code: aprmz

By Ms Jodie White, Future Pathways Coordinator

UCAT

UTAS UCAT and Medicine Information Session, lunchtime on Tuesday 4 April in the St Mary MacKillop Library. This is a great opportunity for students in Years 10 to 12 to hear first-hand about the UCAT test and how to prepare for it from current UTAS Medical students.

Students in Year 12 who want to register for the UCAT Test, can go to: https://www.ucat.edu.au

Tasmania Police Career Development Program

Apply now for the 2023 Year 12 Tasmania Police Career Development Program for the July and October school holidays.

Collect an application pack from Future Pathways. The application requirements include the following:

• A résumé with a passport-size photo (the size of a Schoolbox photo)
• A handwritten document outlining why you should be selected for the course and why you want to be a Police Officer
• A letter of recommendation from a teacher 

There are limited places available. Applications must be submitted to Future Pathways by Friday 24 March.

EARLY UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS FOR 2023

Get the advantage! Apply now for an early offer at Charles Sturt

Charles Sturt wants you to have the best possible start to your next chapter. With the Charles Sturt Advantage, you can get a guaranteed spot in your course before you sit your final exams. Last year Charles Sturt made almost 6,000 early offers.

Apply by Friday 7 April, to receive an offer in May!

Apply now at https://publicrequests.csu.edu.au/public/csu-advantage/csa-early-offer 

Australian National University – Early Applications are Now Open

ANU’s Direct Applications for domestic undergraduate applicants have opened (for study in 2024).

Key points to consider:

• Applications for 2024 domestic undergraduates close Tuesday 23 May
• There is no charge when submitting an application
• Applications are open to domestic school leavers studying an Australian Year 12 qualification
• There is only one application for ANU, and it includes admission, guaranteed on-campus accommodation and access to over 200 scholarships in one form

ANU contact details for future student enquiries can be made by calling 1800 620 032 or by the University’s website contact form https://www.anu.edu.au/contact-anu/future-students-enquiry  

WORK EXPERIENCE

Work experience and work placements aim to provide students with an opportunity to relate their studies and career aspirations to the workplace, prepare them for the demands and expectations for the world of work and help them to make informed career decisions.

Students will also learn about:

• The workplace students visit
• The types of education and training required to enter different occupations
• How a student’s career might fit within their own life

Work experience is available for students in Years 9 to 12. We encourage students to go out in the last week of term or on holidays. To find out how to apply and the process involved, please visit the Future Pathways Team.

Kate Rigby has been rocking the Launceston music scene this year with her stellar performances over the last three months. Kate performed a mix of covers and original songs as a solo artist in January for the Launceston Summer Series held in Civic Square, in February at Festivale, and most recently, Kate was one of the opening acts for the Melbourne-based and world-famous rock band The Smith Street Band. Well done, Kate!

Shared by Mr Patrick Moroney, Deputy Principal – Wellbeing & Leadership & Mrs Mallory Schipper, Wellbeing Coordinator

Mr Martin Heppell and our The Resilience Project team are holding an online Parent and Guardian presentation for our College on Thursday 23 March from 6:30pm - 8:00pm (90 minutes) AEDT.

What You Can Expect
Through emotionally engaging stories and practical strategies, this session will help parents and guardians understand the benefits of letting go of shame, perfection, ego and control. It will combine powerful research with candid storytelling, along with a few laughs to help support what is arguably the toughest job in the world... being a parent or guardian!

Why a Parent & Guardian Presentation?
When building positive mental health in schools, we know the best impact happens when we work together.

The Authentic Connection presentation helps do just that by sharing those same evidence-based strategies being taught in the classroom, so they can also be practised at home and beyond. Attendees will also be reminded of the importance of their own wellbeing - we bring the best versions of ourselves to our family and community, when we make time to look after ourselves.

Registration is required.

By Ms Leigh Hart, Head of School – Croagh Patrick

Last week Croagh Patrick students began their Calling and Departure Ceremonies. This is one of the major steps in The Rite Journey, where students say goodbye to their childhood and begin their journey to adulthood. In many cultures, this is celebrated as a rite of passage. Our students begin their journey by undertaking a Smoking Ceremony led by Aboriginal elders who explain the significance of smoke in their culture and how the Cataract Gorge is a sacred meeting place for them. I would like to thank Ms Tracey Owers and Ms Marcia Humble for their coordination and Aunty Judith Rose and Aunty Nettie for conducting these ceremonies. 

The girls’ groups meet their parents at the Fairy Dell, and the boys’ groups meet at Dead Mans Knob lookout in the Trevallyn Reserve. Below are some of the pictures taken at the Nagle girl’s ceremony, where students and parents reminisce about each student's childhood.

By Ms Sally Angus, Director of Curriculum – Croagh Patrick

NAPLAN testing started this week for our Croagh Patrick students. This is an important assessment that provides valuable information about your child's progress in literacy and numeracy skills.

We would like to take this opportunity to remind you to ensure that your child is well-prepared for testing days. One of the most important things to remember is to make sure your child's device is fully charged and ready for use during the test. It is also recommended that your child brings plug-in headphones to use during the testing.

In addition, we ask that you encourage your child to arrive at school on time in the mornings. This will ensure that they have adequate time to settle in and prepare themselves mentally for the tests. Being well-rested and alert is crucial for success in the tests, so please make sure your child gets enough sleep and has a healthy breakfast before coming to school.

We would like to emphasise that while NAPLAN is an important assessment, it is not the only measure of your child's progress. We encourage you to continue supporting your child's learning and development throughout the year.

We wish all our students the best of luck and hope that they do their best to achieve their potential. If you have any questions or concerns about the testing, please do not hesitate to contact us.

By Mr Shaun James, Director of Pastoral Care – Croagh Patrick

The Year 9 Athletics Carnival was a tremendous success, with students showcasing their talents and skills on the field. Braving a cold beginning to the day, the carnival commenced with the 800-metre race, which all students participated in. While many navigated this at their own pace, the fastest runners in Year 9 competed wonderfully for first place in each race, with Rice competitors Oscar Marsden and Max Matthews notable performers in the boys' event and MacKillop’s Georgia Harmey hitting the line first in the female division. 

The most exciting event was undoubtedly the House Tug-of-War competition, with each House trying its best to pull its opponents over the line. It was a close-fought battle, with each House showing its strength and tenacity. Ultimately, Nagle House emerged victorious.

Perhaps the most anticipated event of the day was the relay race, with the teams displaying excellent teamwork and coordination – perhaps except the staff relay team, which bombed out to a disappointing last-place finish. The field events were also keenly contested throughout the day, with outstanding performances by students from all Houses.

Overall, the atmosphere and sportsmanship displayed on the day were second to none as the four Houses battled it out for the coveted overall title. In the end, Rice House emerged victorious, followed closely by MacKillop House in second place, Nagle House in third place, and Tenison House in fourth place.

Congratulations to Rice House for winning the carnival. The carnival was not just about winning, though. It was also an opportunity for students to showcase their talents and strengthen the bonds within their House. It was a day full of energy, laughter, and camaraderie, with students actively participating in events and cheering for their House.

What an exciting and busy start to the year for our Middle School students! How lucky are we to work with such a wonderful group of learners in our community? We’ve participated in our annual Swimming Carnival and Athletics Carnival, enjoyed three days of adventure and excitement at Year 7 camp, and settled into the routine of high school life.

As a Middle School team, we would like to share some important information with families to help make the most of the remaining weeks of this term, moving forward into 2023.

From Mr Simon Austen, Head of School – Middle School

The beginning of a new school year brings with it both excitement and trepidation. Our focus so far for both Year 7 and Year 8 students has been very much centred on settling in and adjusting to their new classes, the new processes of high school and building relationships with peers and staff alike. 

In our assemblies on day one, we spoke to the students about the focus for Term 1 being on Resilience and Open to the Spirit, two of the five core character virtues that underpin our Building St Patrick’s College People philosophy of the Middle School. The other three being; Life-long Learners, Respectful and Inspired. 

All students were challenged to step up and make the most of the opportunities that are presented to them here at St Patrick’s College. To participate in learning, sport, music, the arts and the various Catholic and community events. Above all, the challenge was to treat others in our community with respect, care and kindness. 

It has been so encouraging to see the development of these values over the last few weeks as students put these behaviours into action through lived experience. The participation and effort in our sporting carnivals and classroom activities have been outstanding so far. Of course, there are always some hiccups along the way, and things don’t always go to plan, but it is the response and learning from these that make the difference in the long run. These remain our focus for the next four weeks of this term and beyond. 

From Mrs Meg Thompson, Director of Pastoral Care – Middle School

CAMPS

Last Friday saw the final three Year 7 Core classes arrive home from their camp at Camp Clayton. The goal of this camp is to provide the students with opportunities to get to know each other in an environment outside the classroom, and it was fabulous to see them making the most of this as they spent time completing a range of activities, including damper making, orienteering, tent pitching, the flying fox, and loads of beach time. A highlight of the camp was the night when the groups prepared their own meals using Trangias (small bush stoves fuelled with methylated spirits) in the outdoors. The Masterchef judges would have been impressed!

Of course, it is also an opportunity for the students to get to know the Middle School staff, and vice versa. A wonderful sense of community could be felt on each of the camps, and this sense of belonging will continue to be built upon throughout the year. 

Our Year 8s head off on their camps at the end of Week 7. These camps are structured differently from the Year 7 camps, focusing on consolidating and strengthening connections to the Houses. We look forward to hearing about their wonderful adventures upon their return. 

BeSPC

All of our Middle School students participate in BeSPC, a Core class-based lesson that occurs once a week and is led by a Middle School Core teacher. Later in the year, the Resilience Project will be the focus in these lessons, but in the first weeks of the school year, classes focus primarily on getting to know each other. The Year 7s have also used this time to look at character strengths, while Year 8s have been looking at class identity and culture, engaging in an inter-Core classroom decorating competition that saw 8F emerge as the victors. 

From Ms Deborah Cottle, Director of Curriculum – Middle School

Being Prepared for Learning

To make the most of learning time, we ask that students remember to bring all of the equipment they need each day - this includes exercise books, pencil case (including pencils/pens, ruler, eraser and calculator), a fully charged learning device (and charger if needed), and their school diary. 

Subject teachers will have now started handing out assessment and homework to students. This is found on Schoolbox (our online learning portal). It’s important that if you have any questions about this, or learning in general, to reach out to your child’s Tutor teacher and Core teachers. We will also be hosting Parent-Teacher meetings at the start of Term 2. Please see the PTO booking information in the Learning & Achievement section of the Newsletter.

After-school tutoring is available for all students on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Library. Middle School students can bring along homework and assignments or class work to gain assistance from a team of teachers ready to support learning. There is no need to book for this opportunity; just turn up and get started. 

Navigating Schoolbox

A fantastic way to stay connected with your child’s learning is to regularly check Schoolbox. Teachers add resources, assessments and results there and it provides a great opportunity to begin conversations about learning. At our recent Meet the Tutor evening a Tips For Navigating Schoolbox document was available for families. This document is now also available on our Middle School Parents and Students page for families to access. If you need help with Schoolbox, please let the College know.

The Middle School Parents and Students page contains lots of helpful information and copies of correspondence sent home. To access the page, check out your group options and click on the link. The yellow banner at the top of the page contains copies of correspondence sent home from the College.

NAPLAN

All Year 7 students have now started the annual NAPLAN testing. More detailed information about the tests can be found in the previous issue of this newsletter. Results for the tests will be sent to families later this year. 

A reminder to families that for the purposes of these tests students will require corded earphones/ headphones. 

If you have any questions about the tests, please contact Deborah Cottle, Director of Curriculum - Middle School. 

By Mr Harri O’Toole, Sports Coordinator

This has been a busy and exciting time for the College. Since the last update, we have held all three Athletics Carnivals, the Henley on Tamar Regatta and Tasmanian All Schools Championships along with our regular weekly sporting events. A big thank you to all the staff involved for their work on the carnival days and for your help with these events. 

Athletics Carnivals House Cup Points

Middle School Pennants
U/13 Girls - Nagle 
U/13 Boys - Tenison
U/14 Girls - Rice
U/14 Boys - Rice 

Middle School House Shield Points Scores

1st - Rice 
2nd - Tenison
3rd - Nagle
4th - MacKillop 

Croagh Patrick Pennants

U/15 Boys - Rice
U/15 Girls - MacKillop

Croagh Patrick House Shield Points Scores 

1st - Rice
2nd - MacKillop
3rd - Nagle
4th - Tenison

Senior School Pennants

U/16 Girls - Nagle
U/16 Boys - Rice
U/17 Girls - MacKillop
U/17 Boys - Mackillop
Open Girls - Tenison
Open Boys - Tenison

Senior School House Shield Points Scores

1st - Tenison
2nd - MacKillop
3rd - Nagle
4th - Rice

The following is a special mention from Athletics PIC, Mr David Rae regarding participation by Charli Ross (Year 10). Over the course of the Senior School Athletics Carnival, Charli entered every single event that was on offer. Below is a list of events entered and won on the day of the carnival. 

• 100m won by 1.1 seconds
• 200m won by 2.5 seconds
• 400m won by 6 seconds
• 800m won by 8 seconds
• Long jump won by 1.11m
• Shot Put won by 2.75m
• Javelin won by 15.73m
• Discus won by 3.38m
• High Jump won by 5cm
• Nagle finished 3rd in the Relay

These are all the events that are on offer on the day of the carnival.  This is truly an amazing achievement in athletic prowess and massive points scored for her House. We have many great athletes who also did very well some claiming quite a few wins, but no one won every event on the day of the carnival. As an individual, Charli scored 639 points for her House. A great achievement and a great display of House spirit.

Basketball 

In our NSATIS Basketball roster, our Senior 1st Boys have fallen out of finals contention. The injury-struck team has done well to keep their games as competitive as possible. They wrapped up their season with their final game on Wednesday 15 March playing Marist here at the College. 

Our Senior 1st Girls are currently locked into the NSATIS final against St Brendan Shaw College. The team is going to finish the season 5-1 with their next game being the NSATIS final on Wednesday 22 March at St Brendan-Shaw College. 

In the Senior 2nds roster, all three of our boys teams are sitting in a strong position to take 3/4 of the semi-final positions. Our 2nds Girls currently sit 2nd with a big match against Launceston Christian School this week with results to follow. 

In the Senior 3rd roster we currently have the 2nd, 3rd and 4th positions.  

Cricket 

The Senior 1st XI team finished the roster 2-4. 

The Senior 2nds finished up 2-3-1 –  just missing out on a chance to compete in the State Final.

 In Junior Cricket our Year 7 team is currently 1-0, and our Year 8 team is 2-0.

Tennis 

Our boys' Tennis team is currently 2nd on the ladder and looking to take on a strong Marist team in the NSATIS final. Marist was dominant in the first encounter, but SPC hit back and won the 2nd game we played vs Marist. This could be an exciting NSATIS final.

By Mr Deon Birtwistle, Head of Rowing

Launceston & Henley Regatta 4-5 March 2023

We raced 92 entries throughout the six hours of each day. Our efficiency, teamwork and support for each other made all the difference and resulted in many top performances. This must be one of the best outcomes for St Patrick's College Rowing at the Launceston & Henley Regatta in a long time. 

Thank you to all who were involved with the launch of the Alan Kitto boat. Especially our rowers and coxswain, who took great care and engaged so well with all who came to see the Alan Kitto rowed for its final time. The boat is now secure in storage at the College, ready for display when the opportunity arises.

Tasmanian All Schools Championships 11-12 March 2023

St Patrick’s College Rowers performed very well at the Tasmanian All Schools Championships 11-12 March 2023. We experienced some amazing rowing conditions in the early mornings, as well as some very strong headwinds later each day, which made for exciting and close racing. We also had some heartbreaking moments when conditions became too much at times, causing unlucky results, while others – through grit and determination – managed to hold on to achieve personal best placings. 

Division 1/Finals are eight-lane races, and the top eight placings for St Patrick’s College are included in detail. Three Championships, six close second placings and hard-fought third to eighth placings made up the 33 finalist crews (some being a composite with rowers from other schools).

Divisions 2 and 3 crews and individuals represented 29 entries, with over half finishing in the top three. Eight 1st placings, five 2nds and four 3rds included some of the most exciting finishes and personal bests from hard-working rowers.

An enormous thank you to all coaches, supporters, families and rowers for the huge efforts and results for the weekend. SPC coaches and parents gathered for the first time for the annual (fun) 500m Eights Challenge race between colleges on Saturday evening. We placed a strong 4th with some elated red faces.

All rowers and families are anticipating our final exciting weekend at the Head of The River tomorrow, Saturday 18 March. We will be featuring in all race categories, boys and girls and the Senior Eights, for a final opportunity to achieve one more top result for Season 2022/23.

By Mr Luke McCormack, Coach – 1st XI Cricket

ROUND 4: vs Scotch Oackburn College (at SOC)

SPC 4–224 def SOC 127
James Leake 55no, Cooper Kedey 42, Max Symons 40, Patrick Best 20, Tom Chambers 6-32, Beau Skinner

It was an unusual sight when we arrived at Scotch Oakburn Park, as the extent of the flood damage from last year was stark. The back oval (Bushby) was luckily spared significant damage. Credit to the grounds staff for presenting the oval and wicket in good order for this important match. We had no hesitation in batting first when the toss went our way. 

The partnership that set up our innings was between Max Symons and Cooper Kedey as they took the score from 1-13 to 1-100. Max found his rhythm and strong presence at the crease, and Cooper showed maturity to manage his innings like the ‘young veteran’ that he is. This base allowed James Leake, Patrick Best and, right at the end, Brock Whitchurch to put together 40-run partnerships in quick time, with brilliant running between the wickets and a smattering of boundaries. James batted with great timing and poise on the placid, slow wicket. From 2-113 at the last drinks break (34 overs) we were able to double our score as the top 6 stepped up. 

Scotch didn’t lose a wicket until their score reached 57. However we had kept their run rate at around three per over, and hence while it was one thing to survive on the easy-paced wicket, it was another thing to score quickly if the bowling was full and tight. When the errors started to creep in, with balls hit in the air, our catching was excellent. They lost all 10 wickets for 70 runs. Beau Skinner made the initial breakthrough with his full and straight off-spinners. But today was Tom Chambers’ day. After a number of 3 and 4 wicket hauls, Tom achieved his first 5-wicket haul through consistently finding the right combination of pace and flight – and incredibly all of his 6 dismissals were caught. Tom is learning the patience required for his art, as often the more that you ‘search for wickets’ the more you can lose focus on simply bowling your best ball. He was well-supported by all bowlers. 10 extras, compared with their 47, was also most significant.

ROUND 5: vs The Hutchins School (at HUT)

SPC 184 def by HUT 2-185
James Leake 53, Ethan Arnott 32, Brock Whitchurch 22

Our trip to Hobart to take on the undefeated Hutchins had us with a slight chance of finishing in the top two. On the picturesque Hutchins oval, we were sent into bat, on a flat wicket but with a softness in one end. Racing to 0-29 from 5 overs, we unfortunately lost both openers in quick succession. James Leake proved to be the mainstay in the middle order, and his partnership of 39 with Brock Whitchurch had us looking well placed at 4-126. Unfortunately, we slipped to be 8-135, and we really needed another partnership. To the rescue came Ethan Arnott, well supported by Beau Skinner. Their 42-run partnership for the 9th wicket was our best for the game. Ethan started to really find a rhythm at the crease, playing straight and putting the bad balls away. His six, out of the ground and into the University car park, was a highlight.

Early wickets were going to be the key, and while we had Hutchins 1-9, we were unable to take a couple of important catches and, to their credit, Hutchins made us pay for this. They went on a fortnight later to win the State Premiership, which was well deserved.

ROUND 6: v Scotch Oakburn College (at SPC)

SPC 6-242 def SOC 172
Max Symons 75, Cooper Kedey 29, Pat Best 26, Brock Whitchurch 26 & 2-18, James Leake 3-22, Raymond Phillips 2-17

In our final game of the year, we were determined to honour our Year 12s in their final game for St Patrick’s. James Leake, Patrick Best and Raymond Phillips each embody the values of sport at our College. They are selfless, supportive, respectful, hard-working and dedicated team players. The legacy that they pass on to our younger players cannot be underestimated.

To all of our groundsman's great credit, the pitch was flat, hard and with true bounce. With the first of the athletics carnivals the day before, some extra markers were required to define the boundary line in the maze of white paint!

Scotch won the toss and again sent us into bat. Cooper Kedey moved up one slot to open the batting with Max Symons. Like a fortnight earlier, the two of them combined so well together. Their partnership of 93 set up the whole innings, as from that point on, we could punish loose bowling and run hard between the wickets. All of the batsmen from numbers 3 to 8 scored at a run-a-ball and an extra seven overs worth of balls were bowled at us due to 42 wides!

We bowled with discipline and fielded with purpose. Enjoying our final afternoon together. The opposition was never looking like chasing down this excellent total. A highlight was an outstanding diving catch by Tom Dwyer at first slip. It was fitting that in the final over, Raymond Phillips took the last two wickets, and so forevermore, his final ball for SPC is a wicket. 

After re-establishing our tours to Melbourne and Ballarat, this has been another magnificent season for our 2023 1st XI cricketers. Although we struggled to find consistency in the roster matches, all players are to be commended for their outstanding approach to training and games again this season. We look forward to 2024.

By Mr Andrew Agardy, PIC Soccer

NSATIS Junior Soccer

The 2023 NSATIS Junior Soccer season will commence at the start of Term 2. St Pat's will seek to enter multiple mixed Year 7/8 boys and girls teams, based on the positive numbers we've seen in past years. 

Students should register their interest to play via the Bulletin notice or via the SPC Soccer Schoolbox page. 

Please note that at the junior level, our teams are formed based on a combination of player preferences (with regard to teammates and positions) and mixed-ability groupings. There is no trial or selection process, as such.  

An initial training session will take place for each team prior to the commencement of the season. After this, individual team training sessions may be organised at the coaches' discretion.

2023 Regional School Futsal Titles

The College will be seeking to enter multiple teams from all year levels into the upcoming Regional School Futsal Titles, to be held in Launceston on Thursday 25 May. The competition is administered by the Australian Futsal Association.

Students must register their interest to play via the Daily Bulletin notices or the Soccer Schoolbox page as soon as possible.

For any enquiries relating to Soccer at the College, please contact Mr Andrew Agardy, PIC Soccer by email to aagardy@stpatricks.tas.edu.au

Round 2 - Saturday 4 March 2023

SPC 7/165 (30 overs) def SOC 7/146 (30 overs)

Batting Performances: Jasper Lee 31*, Jett Patterson 23*, Patrick Twynam-Perkins 19, Sam Ward 9* and Xavier Hampton 8.

Bowling Performances: Xavier Hampton 2/5 (4 overs), Jett Patterson 1/12 (4 overs), Tahj Jones 1/6 (2 overs) & Patrick Twynham-Perkins 2/31 (4 overs)