Captains’ Corner | Vice Captain, Tom Woodrow
As the year transitions from its beginning stages to the busy part of the term, I find myself sitting back and reflecting on a fantastic first few weeks. In just a short period of time, this proud College and its fine gentlemen have truly lived up to the 2019 motto of All In. From Seniors nodding to each other inside the school’s busy hallways to classrooms full of excited Year 5 students finally growing accustomed to their new school, the vibrant nature of this school has truly come to life. And in saying this, so have its sporting, cultural and academic commitments.
Within the past week, Terrace has hosted a series of huge events. Notably, last Tuesday, parents were invited to witness a record number of Terrace students walk across stage to collect either a gold, silver or bronze academic award which celebrated their outstanding efforts of the previous semester. This assembly also served as an opportunity to recognise the members of our community who put in the ‘hard yards’ to significantly improve their academic results despite missing out on that academic medal. This awards assembly is always a great opportunity to recognise the outstanding achievers in our community whilst serving as a platform to encourage and motivate students who may have just missed out.
Yet that was not all that occurred within the Campbell Centre this past week. Friday night saw the Terrace Senior A challenge its fiercest opponents, the BGS Senior A in a thrilling debate on Artificial Intelligence. Hosting strong debaters from both sides, the Campbell Centre was filled with Terrace and Grammar supporters alike. It was a night that held significant importance for both sides as a win would go a long way in the fight for the premiership. With high hopes, yet recent history against them (Terrace had only won one from 14 previous debates), the Terrace Senior A featuring James Hurst, Declan Hackett and Scott Moran put up an intense fight to finish the night with a spectacular and long awaited victory. That night theTerrace spirit shone bright.
Remarkably, this was not all that excited Terrace supporters last Friday as Terrace hosted eight other GPS schools in a Swimming meet held at Centenary Pool. Under the leadership of GPS record holder and Terrace Swimming Captain Tom Neill, the Terrace men showed true strength and determination to put up a fierce fight which ultimately led to their victory. Furthermore, over the weekend, the 1st XI Cricket and 1st VI Volleyballers also had big wins.
This past week has been great for Terrace spirit as sport, culture and academia has thrived. As I reflect on our triumphs from the week, I can’t help but think that these achievements would not have been possible if it weren’t for the immense effort that Terrace students, staff and supporters put in over the last couple of days. I truly believe that if it weren’t for the supportive nature of the Terrace Family, we wouldn’t have achieved anything at all. Therefore, in my limited wisdom I leave with you a quote which I believe can relate to life at Terrace:
“Help will always be given at Hogwarts to those who ask for it.”
(Albus Dumbledore - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets)
Similarly, help will always be given at Terrace to those who ask for it - whether it is on or off the field. So, as I conclude my first Terrace newsletter, I would like to once again celebrate the extraordinary achievements of members of the Terrace Family whilst also encouraging those who may not have received an award this week to keep their head held high and remember to never be afraid to ask.
All In