Cross Country

Well done to the Cross Country team on a superb season finishing in second place, and really pushing Marcellin who has won the past 23 Premierships.

For Round 7, the injury and Covid-19 bug hit us hard as we missed a number of runners. The Senior section was so close, with only three points separating 1st and 3rd. Even with five runners in the top 20, we finished 3rd. It was great to see Lachlan Wei, Max Farmer, Kyle Scheer, and Colby Gale push themselves in their last race for the School.

Max and Lachlan have been super leaders this year, turning up early on Saturday to help set up the course along with providing constant encouragement for all runners. So proud of these young gentlemen.

In the Intermediates, the usual stars of our squad led the way but it was great to see Kensei Soegijono crack the top 20, along with Ari Canale benefitting from consistent training with his best finish for the season. Again illustrating the closeness of the competition, we finished 2nd only three points from winning!

The Juniors were the worst-hit team with injury and illness. Harvey Williams continued his outstanding season leading all the way, yet I have been most impressed with the efforts of Richie Yang and Jamie Sun. They never missed a session and, while often being at the back of the training pack, they never gave up and have gradually moved through the field. The end of the season saw Camberwell Grammar win four AGSV medals, Silver for James Alex and Gold for Harvey Williams, Joshua Carlin, and Harrison Car. Congratulations to these fine young men.

Last but not least, thanks to the ever-reliable, bubbly, and indispensable Dr Mandusic. There is a saying ‘if you want something done, do it yourself. That is not true, if you want something done, ask Dr Mandusic!

Mr Mark Collins Teacher in Charge