Director of Sport | Mr Tony McGahan
Term 2 Sport summary
An enjoyable season of sport in Term 2 has concluded for another year, delivering strong participation numbers in Cross Country, Football and Tennis. A big thank you to all families for making the most important sacrifice of all: time spent during the week and on Saturdays for Terrace Sport to exist.
Football
The Terrace Football program enjoyed a successful season, with most age groups across the program recording strong results. Each Saturday, 41 teams participated in the program, displaying a great connection to Football at the College and the fine work Mr Mitch Edwards and his team deliver through preseason and into the season programs. A special mention to our 1st XI Football squad as undefeated Premiers in 2021 - our first Football premiership in the history of the sport at the College. The side was led exceptionally well by Marcus De Ruos and Rory Scott. The side confronted every challenge handed to them and were at their best at the most challenging moments in games, which is what any good side demands. Head Coach Mr John Kosmina and Assistant Coach Mr Damon Millard managed the on-field program and did an excellent job. Thank you to Director of Football, Mr Mitch Edwards, for running such an extensive program and the care and support he delivers to each of the young men in the program.
Tennis
Thank you to Coordinator of Tennis, Mr Blair Copelin and Head Coach, Mr Graeme Brimblecombe, for delivering a high-quality team experience to our young men of Terrace. A great story in the Tennis program is the Campbell family, Tom is the fourth Campbell to represent the 1st IV Tennis team for Terrace. Zac represented in 2015 and 2016, George in 2018, Will in 2020 and now Tom in 2021. The Tennis program finished in sixth place overall.
Cross Country
The Terrace Cross Country program has continued to grow due to the hard work by all involved over many years. The program continues to achieve consistency, with runners across both the Junior and Senior programs placing second and eighth respectively at the GPS Championship in 2021. Coordinator Mr John Hinch, Coaching Coordinator Mr Damien Coman and Head Coach Mr Werner Botha alongside Captain Griffin Kelly have put in a huge effort to drive this program, and we thank them for this.
Season Results
- Cross Country Shield: 2nd place
- GPS Junior Championships: 2nd place
- GPS Senior Championships: 8th place
Term 3 Sport
Basketball and Rugby have been working hard over the Term 2 preseason preparation and continued over the holidays. The 1st Basketballers were heading to North Queensland on tour, but this was unfortunately cut short due to COVID restrictions. The rest of the program conducted clinics at Terrace over the holidays and trials against St Laurence’s and Nudgee to be ready for Round 1 against Ipswich Grammar School.
The Rugby 1st Squad transferred to Tennyson with the cancellation of the Twin Waters camp. The rest of the program was also at Tennyson in Week 3 of the holidays, concluding with a full school trial against Nudgee last Saturday before Round 1 against Ipswich Grammar School this weekend.
Track and Field will open training this week in preparation for the GPS Track and Field Championship in Term 4, Week 3. We thank the Directors, Coaches and families who allow these camps and training to occur to be at our best during the season.
Attendance at training
I ask that all boys commit to their attendance at training during the week and present ready for their games/lead up meets, home or away. Representing the College is something to be valued. Being a team member who can be depended on entails sacrifice and commitment, no matter the activity level. Communication for being absent at training or games is important for Coaches and Directors to finalise teams each week. This has a flow on effect for all teams, especially when working with over 40 teams.
Uniform
Please be aware that all Directors, Coordinators and Coaches have been asked to monitor training and playing uniform. We want to ensure that we represent the College and ourselves, both on and off the field, with the highest standards.
Parent Lounge
Participation in Terrace Sport is outstanding. This is due to the quality of the sporting programs offered that allows for all levels of participation and the high standard of coaching across the individual sports. The easy flow of communication is important, ensuring everyone is kept informed. Please sign on for each term's sport via the Parent Lounge for in-season and preseason activities offered. Typically, this is available for four weeks towards the end of term.
Communication
Please download the College App and select to receive notifications for your sons’ chosen activities to remain up to date. You will find updates, training and playing schedules, team lists, game/meet locations, and further information under the individual sport. The College is moving away from ongoing email communication, with the College App to be used as the primary source of communication.
Finally, I would like to acknowledge all Year 12 boys who took part in Term 2 Sport and thank them for their efforts playing their respective sports at Terrace. These young men have represented the College well, some since 2014. The Terrace Family is very proud of you, and in your final year, we want to thank you for pulling on the red and black jersey for the final time.
Have a great Term 3 in Terrace Sport.