2005 School Magazine

Cricket Sport

Cross Country Sport

Buzzin’ for a dozen

down, caught up in the moment, the more we remembered that the day was not really about winning the trophy. It was about teamwork, spirit, support, friendship and the pride that every Grammar cross country runner feels because she is part of the team. Once again, this sense of team went far beyond the cross country runners themselves. Many of the Captains of other sports made the trip to Ipswich to run the course with us as visible symbols of solidarity, support and School spirit. Whatever any of these athletes do in their futures, the strength and determination they learned by being part of Grammar cross country will shine through, helping them be achieve their goals. Rachel McLean (12E) & Monique Rowles (12E) CAPTAINS

It is an accomplishment that seems to grow more important and ever more

Stepping stone to the future

difficult as year adds on to year. Grammar had won the QGSSSA competition since our coach, Mr Booth’s first year of training the team in 1994. Would we make the dozen? As Captains we wanted nothing more than for all the athletes to be a part of this amazing history and when we held that cup aloft, we knew that each athlete took something special with her from the successful season. What was especially gratifying was that the 13s, 14s, 15s and 16s all achieved age group premierships, and the 17s a courageous second place. This depth of talent and training commitment was outstanding. The performances on the day were inspirational. As Grammar runner after runner crossed the finish line, individual courage, strength and determination

The 2004–2005 season of Grammar cricket was exciting and successful for all concerned. It began on a positive note with five teams taking the field, thanks to an overwhelming

Grammar cricket has tremendous depth. This was exemplified in one match between the Thirds and the Fourths which was won by the Fourths on the last ball of the match. The Thirds went on to compete in the semi-finals of Division Two, which shows the extent of competition within Grammar cricket. This team had many new and talented players and Olivia Degn (9R) must be commended for a wonderful all-round season. This season, the cricket competition was played only in two divisions. The Firsts and Seconds played in Division One, while the Thirds, Fourths and Fifths all competed in Division Five. This new look proved difficult for the Seconds and Fifths because of the high level of competition. All matches were closely fought and all players exhibited a considerable amount of skill. Mention must be made of the wonderful batting performances of Christina Somerville (12H) and Clare Martin (10W) for outstanding bowling, including Grammar’s first five-wicket haul. The entire cricket cohort is to be commended for their hard work and team spirit. There was marked improvement in all aspects of the game as the season progressed and many new players were nurtured. This sense of working together and nurturing talent for the future is what team sport

response to the trials. All matches were played in true Grammar spirit and with tremendous enthusiasm. No matter what the score, there was always a positive attitude amongst the girls with all matches played in good humour. This attitude really epitomised this season and, although we did not come away with any premierships, the potential is there thanks to the coaches who have nurtured this talent. Next season should be wonderful. The First XI lost many experienced older players and the 2004–2005 team included many new recruits. The amazing effort of all the girls, especially Rachel Williams (12B) and Samantha Degn (11R), who batted consistently well, particularly in the final, and Alice Nicklin (10W) who remains the intimidation factor of Grammar cricket, saw them placed in the final. Victory was not to be theirs but the experience these girls acquired will be put to good use next season.

were obvious. However, the more we watched and became involved with the girls cheering and

supporting their team mates, hugging, laughing, crying, jumping up and

at this School is all about. Natalie Davidson (12B) CAPTAIN

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School Magazine 2005