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.
by Matt | Jun 28, 2022 | Middle School, Senior School, Sports
Middle & Senior School Athletics Carnival 2022
The Middle and Senior School students enjoyed another beautiful winter’s day at the ‘Red-Track’ competing in the 2022 Interhouse Athletics Carnival. Organising 600+ students at an external school event is something that John Rauch and the supporting staff make look effortless, and they should be congratulated on another successful sports carnival.
House Championship Results
| MIDDLE SCHOOL |
SENIOR SCHOOL |
| 1st – BEDE (872pts) |
1st – BEDE (692pts) |
| 2nd – MORE (870pts) |
2nd – MORE (468pts) |
| 3rd – CHATHAM (805pts) |
3rd – LANGTON (430pts) |
| 4th – LANGTON (659pts) |
4th – CHATHAM (384pts) |
| AGE |
1st |
2nd |
| 12 GIRL |
Jillian McCauley – Bede – 24pts |
Emma McMahon – More – 18pts |
| 12 BOY |
Kolby Walters – Bede – 18pts |
Marley Milbourne – More – 17pts |
| 13 GIRL |
Lily Johnston – Chatham & Mia Clive – Bede – 23pts |
Hannah Pollock – Langton – 19pts |
| 13 BOY |
Dale Humphreys – Chatham – 26pts |
Patrick Wheeler – Langton – 18pts |
| 14 GIRL |
Keira Wallace – More – 22pts |
Halle Burgers – Chatham – 19pts |
| 14 BOY |
Jeshua Cronje – More – 23pts |
Hamish Wright – Chatham – 19pts |
| 15 GIRL |
Sophie Davis – Bede – 29pts |
Shaquana Castors – Chatham – 28pts |
| 15 BOY |
Zane Bethel – Chatham – 28pts |
Jack Strevens – Langton – 27pts |
| 16 GIRL |
Ashley Tengbom – Bede – 28pts |
Janae Pearce – Chatham – 19pts |
| 16 BOY |
Dugald Cox – Bede – 19pts |
Joshua Tonkin – Chatham – 17pts |
| 17 GIRL |
Zoe Rebgetz – More & Grace Abdy – Bede – 25pts |
Madeline Wallace – More – 16pts |
| 17 BOY |
Jonathan Cavallo – More – 21pts |
Daniel Keough – Bede – 19pts |
| 18 GIRL |
Savanah Wilshire – Bede – 26pts |
Sarah Scobie – More – 23pts |
| 18 BOY |
Jacob Nielsen – Chatham – 24pts |
Will Chambers – More – 23pts |
by Matt | Jun 3, 2022 | Sports
There were some outstanding results for our middle and senior runners at this year’s Interschool Cross Country.
Girls Age Champions from the Interhouse Cross Country and representatives for the Interschool Cross Country: (Left to Right) Emma McMahon, Pia Plath, Summer Mason, Claire Saro, Ginger Cox, Madeleine Wallace, and Jayde Cochrane.
Some of the stand out results (in respective age categories) include:
1st:
Pia Plath, Ginger Cox, and Jayde Cochrane
2nd:
Steffi Simon and Claire Saro
3rd:
Madeleine Wallace and Tom Nicholls-Ward
4th:
Jett Mason
5th:
Emma McMahon, Zoe Rebgetz, and Grace Abdy
6th:
Micah Talbot
8th:
Estella Smith, Grace O’Brien, and Eliza Gysberts
9th:
Zara Molachino, Lewis Neame, and Toby Salmon
10th:
Rhylie Hembling and Thomas Saro
by Matt | Feb 4, 2022 | MTB Academy, Sports
Welcome, Nick Verhoeven.
The Cathedral School is proud to welcome Mr. Nick Verhoeven as the new Mountain Bike Academy Coordinator.
Head of Junior School, Mr. Luke Baills highlighted Nick’s enthusiasm for the sport and strong organisation skills as key factors of his appointment “Nick is passionate for the sport of mountain biking and is a highly organised and connected member of the North Queensland community. We are excited to support Nick as he builds on the outstanding work of Charlize Penny, Jesse Smith, and Tom Hollis (founding students of the MTB Academy in 2020)”.
Nick also has a connection with the school through his daughter Alyssa who is currently studying Year 12 at Cathedral.
“A little about me… I am married and the father of three children, Alyssa, and twins Shannon and Jordan.” Nick said. “I was originally involved in Athletics, represented Australia at the 1990 Oceania Games in Fiji and spent some time at Penn State University in the USA. Following a few injuries, I took up riding, specifically Mountain biking due to it being more nature based and allowing for exploration on dirt roads and trails. I generally compete in Mountain Bike races over 70km in length across the country and ride a Single-Speed, ie No Gears.”
Locals may also know of Nick via his involvement with Townsville financial business Hallerwealth over the past 21 years. “After a long career in the Finance Industry, I was looking for a change in lifestyle and a position I could bring my passion for riding, being active, and enjoying the outdoors. I had originally planned to take six months off and plan for the next challenge, but after only two months, this incredible opportunity arrived. The fact this position became available at an amazing school was just a bonus.” said Nick. “The reason I love Mountain biking is that it allows an outlet to the crazy, busy, and stressful life we all live in. Riding is my meditation and allows me to forget about work, deadlines, everything that is happening in the world, and just focus on the trail whilst enjoying the outdoors and all it offers.”
“My aim for the Academy is to allow an avenue for all students to get involved in an activity that is not only fun and healthy but can literally take you places, either riding to school or the shops, riding for pleasure, or getting involved in races locally or other locations in Australia, or around the world. Mountain Biking is a Commonwealth and Olympic sport so the opportunities are endless!”
Pictured: Nick competing at the Mackay Mountain Marathon.
“My aim for the Academy is to allow an avenue for all students to get involved in an activity that is not only fun and healthy but can literally take you places, either riding to school or the shops, riding for pleasure, or getting involved in races locally or other locations in Australia, or around the world. Mountain Biking is a Commonwealth and Olympic sport so the opportunities are endless!”
The MTB Academy is open to all students Prep to Year 12. All you need is a can-do attitude, a bike (any bicycle), helmet and a smile. If you don’t have a bike or helmet, Cycle de Vie can give you all the help you need with 1% of all sales coming back to the Academy.
Pictured: Nick working hard all the way to finish the 2020 Paluma Push.
by Matt | Aug 24, 2021 | Rowing, Sports
Another Sensational Win For Team Cathedral
It was another sterling performance by The Cathedral School Rowing Team at this year’s Head Of The River Regatta in Townsville, winning overall school, and bringing home three of the four oars. The team delivered a swag of medals and capped off a magnificent career for retiring Head Coach, Stephan Muhlenberg.
After 21 Finals, the team finished with:
11 x First Place
13 x Second
8 x Third
7 x Fourth
7 x Fifth
Rowing Co-ordinator’s Report
“This regatta was one of our biggest point scorers with some finals of 3, 4, or 5 Cathedral crews/rowers. Everyone really gave it their all. I am always so impressed with the back-to-back racing of many of our rowers and the way they approach this challenge. What we find is that at States, when races are spread over three days our rowers are well prepared to do well, their endurance showing.
Well done to the Open Girls eight, you looked smooth and won convincingly. I think this will be the strongest girls eight heading off to States since the 2008 crew, which came 5th in the States final and was hot on the heels of the Big Brisbane Girls schools.
I was also so proud of the Boys Open Eight who raced a very tight race and gave their all to try to bring home the fourth trophy Oar for the day for Cathedral. I know how disappointed they were. We can’t win all the time and Grammar has put a lot of effort and priority on their Eight this year.
Well done also to the second Boys eight who came a healthy second and due to illness included three Year 9 rowers. Great Heart boys !
Those invited to row at State will have been sent their eCat invitation today. Only those students going to States, will now train in the lead up to States. This includes one Eight 8 boys quad, two Year 8 girls quads, two Year 9 Boys quads, a Year 10 boys double, Five Year 11 Boys and the Girls Eight. States is always about taking your strongest crews, and doubling up in some year groups where there is depth.
Work hard for those rowing on. If you are not, well done for your local season and your commitment to the program. Everyone should be so proud of TEAM CATHEDRAL.”
Regards, Katrina Wilshire.
Thank you to Photography Contributors: Trudy Stewart & Katrina Wilshire.
by Matt | Jul 1, 2021 | Rowing, Sports
Head Coaches Report
“The Cathedral School Rowers have returned from the Central Queensland State Titles with a swag of medals which is fantastic. We returned as the strongest CQ School team with 15 gold, 8 silver, and 4 bronze medals, won by a team of 50 athletes and 8 coaches. The combined performance of Townsville Rowing which includes Ignatius Park, St Pat’s, and St Margaret’s rowing program is very impressive.
The 2000km road trip had everyone excited and neither rain, wind, cold, or a capsized 1x could spoil the mood. Congratulation to all Cathedral Rowers, their parents, and their coaches. I would like to thank our parents and our great team of coaches, and Katrina Wilshire as program co-ordinator for making it all happen, as well as the Townsville & J.C.U. Rowing Club for their support. There were no complaints, just lots of smiles and laughter – maybe the 30 warm beanies donated by Isi Egan’s Nanna played a part in it! A big thank you also to Tina and Dougal Cox who assisted us in so many ways. Once again the politeness of the Cathedral Students was praised by the kitchen staff.
One final word on our new rowers who had their very first away regatta. Our Year 8 and 9 students dominated in their events in a mature and very competitive way. They handled the conditions well – in some cases the shortage of boats, due to back-to-back events in the same boat class, as well as too many boats progressing caused delays… That’s not a bad problem to have! Thank you also to our senior athletes and their great attitude, leading by example and delivering some really exciting and medal-winning races. Enjoy your break (but not too much) and keep moving.”
Stephan Muhlenberg.
Read the full results from the State Titles here.
