2007 School Magazine

Sporting Highlights

Sporting Highlights

Tennis

Volleyball

cohesion, as the tougher opposition offered challenging games. The Grammar girls all played wonderfully during the competition and their hard work reflected in the results. The Open team placed third in the Open Honours Division and the Senior A team placed eleventh in Open Honours Division two. Participation in the Australian Schools Cup in Melbourne in December was another opportunity for the players to hone their skills and take their game to another level. The season could not have been successful, without the wonderful coaching provided to all teams by our knowledgeable and experienced coaching staff. Without Mrs Kiolle’s organisational leadership, the season would not have been possible. Jessica Pattison (12G) CAPTAIN Miss Emily Young (2006). Both of these teams should be commended on their fantastic efforts. To cap off the very successful water polo season, both the water polo players and swimmers concluded their seasons with the annual Aquatics dinner. The dinner was a night of great success with the prestigious Debbie Handley Award being shared amongst two elite players from the U15 team, Francesca Duke (10W) and Jade Yarbrough (10O). The outstanding success recognised on the night from all age groups once again highlighted the tremendous depth of talent within Girls Grammar Water Polo. Peta Masters (12W) CAPTAIN Water Polo

chance to put their hours of drills and game play to use. The opposition was always of a very high standard, and many great matches were played each week. Girls Grammar was no exception to the high standard of tennis, and came away with the premiership in the Year 8 division and second place in the Open and Senior A divisions. The sportsmanship and talent displayed by all girls throughout the season is to be commended. Annabelle O’Hare (12R) CAPTAIN

volleyball talent and allowed the girls in each House Group to initiate friendships and bonds

Not to be Matched With

Tennis seasons at Girls Grammar consistently showcase our depth of talent and the sportsmanship of the players. The Tennis team of 2007, headed by the new co-ordinator Dr Jenkins, showed itself to be no exception. With a high standard set during the trials in April, the season was set to be successful from the start. The training sessions throughout Term II developed the skills and match play of the girls, which lifted everyone’s expectations of the season. By Term III, players were optimistic and excited about the fixtures, and a

Strong Bonds Bring Success

through teamwork. Girls Grammar has always had

In the year of James Bond, it was fitting that Girls Grammar volleyball, in keeping with the School theme exemplified ‘Creating the Bonds’. The Volleyball year began with the Year 8 Interhouse Volleyball competition. Beanland was the overall champion in this competition, defeating Hirschfeld in a close and exciting final. This contest provided an opportunity to identify the incoming

a strong tradition of success on the volleyball court and this year was no exception. Grammar Volleyballers once again demonstrated their talent and strong teamwork throughout the QGSSSA season, which ultimately carried us to another triumphant season. All girls must be congratulated on their magnificent school spirit and ‘bonds’ that were displayed both on participation, with a number of teams competing in the Queensland Senior and Junior Schools Cups. This competition provided the girls with the opportunity to further their volleyball skills and develop greater team and off the volleyball court. There was a higher level of

Touch

convincing win against Clayfield College. This drive

Aspiring Teamwork

Record-breaking Season

The Touch squad of 2007 was the strongest in Girls Grammar history. This level of success is a reflection of the team’s constant enthusiasm and dedication. Although a relatively new sport at the School, there were over 100 girls playing in eight teams. From the near zero temperatures endured during the game against Somerville House, the spirit of the squad was indomitable. All girls demonstrated a strong sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship by persevering through hardship, loss and victory. The shouts of the School war cry could always be heard at the conclusion of every match despite the outcome. The squad had a great start to 2007 with every team recording a Ipswich Girls Grammar to the dustbowl conditions against

continued throughout the season, with many demonstrations of the practised ball skills, the agile step, the desperate dive for that winning try and the chase down of the run-away opponent. Each team excelled in what was a very challenging competition, and are congratulated on their continued efforts this season. The 9B and 10A teams deserve particular mention for winning their respective age premierships. The ever aspiring Open team has continued to improve each year, with the 2007 season being no

exception. They recorded the most wins ever achieved by a

The Water Polo Club had another very successful season in the Brisbane Junior Water Polo Competition, once again fielding fifteen teams, more

Grammar Open touch team, placing in fourth position on the QGSSSA ladder. The rewards and successes of this season are attributable to the invaluable assistance and dedication provided by the Co-ordinator, Ms Sloane and each of the team coaches. The results of Years 8 and 9 teams are a promising indication of the developing level of talent within Girls Grammar Touch, sure to auger great future success.

than any other girls club involved. The water polo season was one of hard work, both in training and games every Saturday from

A significant highlight of the season was the U14

team who performed exceptionally well at the State championships held on the Gold Coast in December and achieved a well deserved bronze medal under the guidance of their knowledgeable head coach, Mrs Anna Corbin (nee Moore, 2000). Similarly to cap off the end of the season, the U16s also achieved an outstanding third place at their State championships held in North Queensland in April. The girls had an excellent week and were lucky to experience the coaching of their previous Water Polo captain,

October to March. Of the fifteen teams entered in the competition, a record-breaking twelve teams qualified for the semi-finals with two teams from the U13, 14 and 18 age groups and three teams from both the U15 and 16 Year age groups. With the U13As going on to qualify for the Grand Finals, against rival All Hallows, a very close and exciting game was fought and despite losing by a goal in the dying minutes of the game, they must be congratulated for achieving a very commendable second place.

Tiffany Bourne (12E) and Jemima Connolly (12M CAPTAINS

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