Archery

2022 saw Archery being more popular and professional than ever. Students from across all year levels displayed their enthusiasm and urgency to get back to the range to test and develop their abilities. We were pleased to welcome new students joining Archery this year, wanting to have a go at picking up a bow and arrow and testing their ability to shoot. I have high hopes that they will continue to participate in and enjoy the sport. We were glad to have no interruptions in any of our sessions so that they could use the time to practise their shooting. I am stunned that, despite the many setbacks and difficulties in the last two years, the passion for Archery and the desire to do more have never left.

Similar to last year, the squad was divided into two groups – Years 7 to 9 and Years 10 to 12 – with both groups attending training on Saturday mornings. Unfortunately, we have not yet been able to hold any competitions for our bowmen to find out their true potential. I was humbled and honoured to serve as this year’s Captain of Archery and serve alongside my other bowmen. The students displayed a vast improvement in their consistency in shooting the targets. I would like to give a warm thank you to our new assistant supervising teacher, Ms Pansy Pang, particularly for her passion to learn alongside the students. I would also like to thank Mr Daniel for his dedication to our safety and wellbeing. Finally, I would like to thank my right-hand man Matheus Wolters for successfully fulfilling his role as Vice Captain of Archery. He was always there to provide a helping hand and assist in maintaining discipline.

Every time our archers stepped onto the field, they had their trusty bow and arrows beside them, respected their equipment, and encouraged and supported each other. That is what makes Archery a great sport. I congratulate and encourage the bowmen to continue with a sport that has earned a legacy as one of the most desirable and fun sports at Camberwell Grammar School.

Marcus Katsoulotos

Captain

I would like to extend my thanks to Marcus Katsoulotos for the diligent manner in which he fulfilled his role as Captain of Archery.

Mr Michael Daniel Teacher in Charge