SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA - SANDHURST DIVISION

Boys Netball

On Thursday 11 June, the CMCB Boys Netball teams competed at the Sandhurst Division Championships, with all teams displaying impressive skill and understanding of the game. The day was highlighted with all teams playing some outstanding netball and representing the College with distinction.

Year 10 Boys

Leading the charge in an impressive Year 10 team was Jake Rosa, fierce and unwavering, a warrior at the helm whose intensity set the tone for all. In the goal circle stood Charlie Dickins, draining shots with the confidence and precision of a seasoned sharpshooter. Alongside him, Charlie Macumber moved like a flash of lightning, impossible to predict and even harder to stop, striking swiftly and decisively.

Through the midcourt, the balance of power was undeniable. Carter Andrews brought composure and strength, threading passes with pinpoint accuracy, feeding the goalers as though guiding each ball through the eye of a needle. In the centre, Quin Cody was the heartbeat and tempo-setter, his positioning and endurance dictated the rhythm of every contest, much like a drummer driving a rock anthem forward. And then there was Jamison Westley, who was nothing but pure metabolic energy, boundless, electric, like a force of nature harnessed and focused for the good of the team.

Harry Morrish was the ‘whatever the moment demanded’ player, as he had the ability and agility to adapt to a position wherever needed. His reach seemed to stretch to the heavens themselves, and his ability to elevate to a height that seemingly took him to the edge of earth’s atmosphere was invaluable. And finally, behind it all in defence stood Bentley Geary, the wall, unbreakable, unwavering and relentless. Across six games, only 12 goals slipped through, a defensive masterclass of effort that was nothing short of legendary.

Beyond the playing group, standing just behind the scenes, on the other side of the white line, guiding the flow like a master tactician, was Macey Pinner. Calm, calculated, and always one step ahead, she made the moves that kept everything ticking. Her support for both the team and coach never wavered. Quite simply, a true legend and an integral part of the day’s success.

But this wasn’t about individuals. This was about unity.

Across the day, the team played six games, scoring a staggering 139 goals while conceding just 12. Yet there was no single standout, because they were all outstanding. It was a display built on trust, teamwork, and exceptional sportsmanship.

Before the day began, the message was simple: ”we drove five minutes to be here, so don’t waste the opportunity…stay positive…play as a team…play in front…and win”.

Simple, yet profound words delivered with pride and power, like something you’d hear echo through a locker room of the greats. And the boys didn’t just hear it, they lived it.

What followed was nothing short of extraordinary. A team of nine heroes, guided by a master strategist, who played not for glory alone, but for each other.

Congratulations boys.

Ms Emma Ryan, Coach

YEAR 10 BOYS: Eli Fennell, Jamison Westley, Harry Morrish, Carter Andrews, Quinlan Cody, Tayte Frawley, Ms Emma Ryan (Coach), Jake Rosa, Charlie Macumber, Charlie Dickins, Bentley Geary

Year 9 Boys

The Year 9 boys had a strong start to the day, securing a solid win over Bendigo South East College 2 (10-2), with Ryan Packer leading the way through accurate and confident shooting in the goal circle. They then backed it up with another two impressive wins over East Loddon P-12 College and BSE 1, showcasing great teamwork and consistency across the court. The boys then faced a tough team in Crusoe College. This match was a tight contest as both teams went goal-for-goal for a while, until a couple of key turnovers to Crusoe saw them secure the win.

The effort of the CMCB boys however, could not be questioned - Asha O’Brien was outstanding in defence, applying constant pressure and creating crucial turnovers, while Louis Travaglia worked tirelessly through the midcourt, linking play and keeping the team moving forward.

The boys then came up against the CMCB Year 10 side, who also proved to be too strong on the day. Despite the result, captain Tadhg O’Keefe led by example, battling hard through the midcourt and never giving up. Lon Schelfhout also deserves an honourable mention for a solid and dependable performance in WD, consistently limiting his opponent’s influence. The boys then finished off the day with another terrific win against Weeroona College.

Overall, it was a great team effort and a positive day of competition for the Year 9 boys. Special thanks to Kahl McInerney for being the Team Manager on the day.

Mrs Natalie West, Coach

YEAR 9 BOYS: Mrs Natalie West (Coach), Zachariah Dove, Tadhg O’Keefe, Jimi Read, Lon Schelfhout, Angelo Cuadra, Louis Travaglia, Kahl McInerney, Miller Polglase, William Elms, Asha O’Brien, Ryan Packer

Junior Boys A

The combined Year 7 and Year 8 A Team played six games: against BSE, East Loddon, Weeroona, Crusoe, and CMCB team B.

Right from the very first pass, the boys came out firing, winning most games fairly comfortably. The biggest challenge was against the CMCB B team, with only three goals being the difference at the end of the match. The boys did a terrific job rotating through multiple positions each. Gus Pitcher was a steady presence up either end, Jesse Cox and Jensen Sawyer were consistent in goals all day, Hamish Baker, Josh Prowse, and Darby Lamb did some amazing attacking and defensive work through the midcourt, and Darby Kramer, Jack Holland, Isaac Manley and Henry Kleinert were a solid wall of defence, creating a huge amount of turnovers. Their results were impressive, and to finish as Sandhurst Champions was a credit to their focus and determination. The most consistent players on the day were our captains, Josh Prowse and Isaac Manley, however they were well supported by the terrific teamwork across the whole team.

Thank you so much to Indie Kramer for being the Assistant Coach for the day.

Mrs Jessica Baird, Coach

JUNIOR BOYS A: Mrs Jessica Baird (Coach), Isaac Manley, Jensen Sawyer, Angus Pitcher, Jesse Cox, Henry Kleinert, Indie Kramer (Assistant Coach), Darby Kramer, Hamish Baker, Joshua Prowse, Jack Holland, Darby Lamb

Junior Boys B

Congratulations to our combined Year 7 and Year 8 B team on a terrific day of competition. The boys grew with confidence across the day and were a credit to themselves as well as the College.

Their results were impressive as they secured wins against Weeroona, BSE 1 & 2, Crusoe and East Loddon. Their major challenge for the day came when they fronted up to play the CMCB A Team in Round 2. It was a terrific match all round, and the boys applied incredible pressure all over the court to challenge the A team and really push them. A 7-goal-to-4 loss may have resulted, but the boys were pumped with how they played.

Jonah defended relentlessly all day, Gus, Archie, Max K, Mitch and Reid all rotated through the midcourt brilliantly whilst Will, Max C and Sam not only shot with precision, but were also moved from end to end either in attack or defence depending on what the team required at the time. The effort the boys put in over all six games was impeccable, and their determination clearly evident. Congratulations boys on a fantastic day.

Thanks to Eddie Mansfield, Ivy Pinner and Emerson Arundell for assisting the team on the day and to Mr Oreo for coaching.

JUNIOR BOYS B: Mitchell Manley, Will Shadbolt, Samuel Gee, Jonah Say, Eddie Mansfield, Mr Gordon Oreo (Coach), Reid Abley, Maxwell Kingdon, Max Carmichael, Archie Walsh, Gus Ritchie