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McDonald’s Netball Carnival 2023

by Matt | Jul 31, 2023 | Netball, NEWS, Sports

A wrap-up and gallery from the McDonald’s Netball Carnival held in Townsville Sat 29 – Sun 30 July 2023.

by Rebecca Bulloch – Netball Coordinator

Countless lolly snakes, hundreds of high fives, bountiful braids, litres of sunscreen, numerous ‘Up and Ins’ and ‘Here if you needs’, blood, sweat and even some tears…what a weekend we had!

Eight Cathedral teams competed across the weekend, each playing between eight and ten games. Players, umpires, coaches and supporters are all to be applauded for their efforts and representation of our club….what a wonderful netball community we have!

A big congratulations to Cathedral Lightning (18U) who took out their division as overall Winners and Cathedral Hearts (15U) who finished Runners Up. Also, a special congratulations to Eleanor Saro who won the MVP award for her division.

Thank you to our ten umpires who covered 90+ games: Alana C, Bec B, Bronte B, Louise K, Chelsea C, Milli D, Addison S, Maddie T, Zoe G and Charlotte S.

Thank you coaches for volunteering your time to guide our teams – Alicia, Mikealie, Luke, Kayleigh, Angelina, Maddy, Bryenna, Miliame, Abi and Bec.

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The event was held at the TCNAI courts, Murray Sporting Complex.

Photos by Rebecca Bulloch & Townsville Bulletin

A Diamond formed from determination

by Matt | Jun 28, 2023 | Netball, NEWS, Sports

In 2013, Cathedral Year 12 student Cara Koenen had a goal – to be playing for Australia in the Netball World Cup in 10 years. Fast forward to 2023, and Cara’s dream is now becoming a reality.

The World Cup announcement was a proud moment for Debbie Bennett-Rauch who coached Cara through her school career.

‘Cara was outstanding in each sport she played at our school. She was a natural athlete and played for the school in Water Polo, Aussie Rules, Swimming, Athletics, and Cross Country – but she was exceptional at Netball. Cara’s height and court speed developed in Years 11 and 12 and she began to gain selection for regional and state representative teams.

Cara was the Captain of our 2013 UK Tour Squad. On tour she played some great netball against some of England’s best school representatives.

We always knew she was special, but to Cara’s credit, she has worked exceptionally hard to put herself into the Diamond. Ten years after leaving Cathedral her dream has come true. She is going to the World Cup.’

– Debbie Bennett-Rauch

Cara joined The Cathedral School in Year 8 and along with her younger sister Alyssa – became a powerful asset for Bede in the inter-house sporting carnivals. In her final year of school, Cara had been selected for both State and National representation in Netball.

In ‘The Dawn’ 2013 yearbook profile, Cara was asked: ‘Where will you be in 10 years?’ To which she answered,
‘Playing netball for Australia at the World Cup.’

Cara continued to pursue her dream. She is the leading goalscorer for the Sunshine Coast Lightning, has represented Australia in the Commonwealth Games and International Quad Series, and has now been named in the Australian Diamonds team. Cara will be playing in the Netball World Cup in South Africa. Ten years after her graduation.

Netball Celebration & Awards

by Matt | Sep 15, 2022 | Netball, Sports

Celebrating the 2022 season of Netball at Cathedral with our yearly awards and acknowledgments.

TCS NetSetGo – End of Season Celebration

It was a fun-filled afternoon of celebration recently for our NetSetGo netballers at their end-of-season break up at the Kirwan Aquatic Centre. Players and their families enjoyed an afternoon of swimming and playing together, as well as the presentation of player medals. Our NetSetGo coaches joined in on the fun and were also acknowledged for their dedication this season.

After an afternoon filled with gratitude and celebration of a great season of netball, attendees then enjoyed the beautiful Cathedral NetSetGo cake. Thank you to Mr. Michael Porter and Mrs. Bec Bulloch for their coordination and guidance of our youngest & most enthusiastic netball teams.

2022 NetSetGo teams were:

CATHEDRAL COOKIES coached by Lily Riley & Charli Appleton – Pippa G, Molly M, Bridget B, Abigail P, Lucy M, Sophia J, Kensi M, Chloe F, Scout D & Olivia W

CATHEDRAL CUPCAKES coached by Heath Connolly & Kate Burbidge – Philippa C, Remy M, Emerson B, Emerson M, Alice C, Mia B, Hayley P & Charli H

CATHEDRAL CHIPMUNKS coached by Natalie Tritton & Keira Young – Rosie M, Zoe M, Ivy H, Charlotte Y, Katie E, Annabel G, Maia P & Lulu G

CATHEDRAL CATS coached by Miliame Mocelutu & Izzy Appleton – Laura K, Olivia G, Felicity C, Arabella N, Elliette Y, Charlotte P, Eleanor P & Frankie T

TCS NETBALL – Season 2022 Celebration and Awards

It was a beautiful evening of celebration recently for our Pearl, Topaz and Opal netballers at their end-of-season netball dinner in the Rock Centre. This year’s theme was ‘Blockbuster Movies’ which saw each team do a stellar job of decorating their table, where we had the likes of Titanic to Tangled and Jumanji to Grease. The atmosphere was lovely all evening with teams and their coach’s sharing stories of their season together and announcing their team award recipients.

Umpires were recognised and celebrated for their outstanding service, as well as coaches being acknowledged for their dedication to our teams. Major award winners for the evening were Miliame Mocelutu who was announced as ‘Student Coach of the Year’ and Mikealie Payne who received the new perpetual award for ‘Club Contribution’ donated by and to be named in recognition of Mrs Debbie Bennett-Rauch. The official proceedings concluded with a tearful farewell to our departing Year 12 netballers and a heartfelt tribute to Mrs Debbie Bennett-Rauch who is retiring from netball coaching after 15 years of service to our club and whose presence will be missed immensely.

After a night filled with gratitude and celebration of a great season of netball, attendees then kicked up their heels and enjoyed some energetic dancing for the remainder of the evening led enthusiastically by our senior players on the stage.

Team award winners were:

LEGACY
Most Consistent – Zoe Rebgetz
Players’ Player – Mikealie Payne

HERITAGE
Most Consistent – Makenzii Fromberg
Most Improved – Rachel Cook

SPIRIT
Most Consistent – Louise Krogh
Players’ Player – Charanti Andrews

PRIDE
Most Consistent – Milla Armitage
Most Improved – Molly Gysberts

HONOUR
Most Consistent – Charlotte Smith
Most Improved – Mackenzie Horan

COURAGE
Most Consistent – Izabelle Appleton
Most Improved – Yasmin Lane

GLORY
Most Consistent – Natalie Tritton
Most Improved – Jessica McDonald

CLASSICS
Most Consistent – Shaquana Castors
Most Consistent – Claire Saro

CHAOS
Most Consistent – Akeelah Harrigan
Most Improved – Yanche Neal

CYCLONES
Most Consistent – Grace Hood
Most Improved – Mia Clive

CANNONS
Most Consistent – Maddi McLean
Most Improved – Emily Cook

CRUSADERS
Most Consistent – Jakya Bligh
Most Improved – Claire Kratzmann

COMETS
Most Consistent – Molly Pool
Most Improved – Sophie Pope

CHECKERS
Most Consistent – Abbey Gillinder
Most Improved – Sophie Spreadborough

COYOTES
Most Consistent – Eleanor Saro
Most Improved – Ella Hodda

COBRAS
Most Consistent – Madeline Turner
Most Improved – Caitlyn Cavanagh

CANARIES
Most Consistent – Sophia Saro
Most Improved – Eve Musumeci

CHAMELEONS
Most Consistent – Jacquie O’Halloran
Most Improved – Mila Halpin

Congratulations to all of these players for their outstanding achievement this year and to all of our teams, coaches & umpires for a great season.