I was privileged to participate in the Annual Netball Carnival again this year. The interest from the year 5-6 girls was amazing and we were able to take 2 teams, a Year 5 and 6 team. I was honoured to coach the Year 6 girls, some who participated last year and others who were new to netball. I have much admiration for the girls as they put themselves out there to try something new. It’s not easy to expose yourself to potential mistakes and correction but they did it with confidence and humility.
Although it threatened to be quite a wet day, we were blessed with only a small patch of rain that came at the perfect time – our lunch break. We had 3 losses and 1 win which showed the improvement the girls achieved over the day. The respect and sportsmanship they showed to other schools and each other was a true representation of the Emmanuel way.
A huge thank you to Mrs Tran for joining the coaching team. It was great to have another coach to support the Year 5 girls.
Kirsten Matchett
What a wonderful day it was on Friday the 10th of June! The weather held out for us to enjoy a magnificent day. The Year 5 girls had a blast together and really picked up the rules and flow of the game incredibly well. They learnt heaps and played so well as a team.
We drew the first game (2-2), won the next (8-0) and then competed against another two schools. The girls’ confidence grew and their game play but just couldn’t get the ball in the hoop! Unfortunately, we lost the last 2 games (4-9 and 2-5). The girls kept their heads up and continued to play with great attitudes no matter what happened. The encouragement they gave each other was incredible to watch and the love they had for our incredible God was reflected on the court.
I am so proud of the Year 5 girls who came equal 3rd overall in our grade, an incredible effort by all the girls.
Sarah Tran
