From first experiences of athletics in K–2 to competing at the CIS Athletics Carnival, Junior School students have embraced opportunities to develop their skills, challenge themselves and represent their Houses and school.
K-2 Athletics Carnival
The K–2 Athletics Carnival brought together more than 170 students on Friday 11 September for a day of track and field events, novelty races and House spirit.
Students represented their Houses throughout the day, taking part in a range of events designed to develop their athletics skills while giving everyone an opportunity to participate, challenge themselves and have a go.
On the track, students competed in 100m sprints and 50m hurdles, testing their speed, agility and coordination. The novelty events provided plenty of opportunities for students to work together, with baton relay, sack race, rescue relay, egg and spoon, Olympic flame and bunny hop relays all featuring throughout the day.
Students also put their throwing and jumping skills into practice in the field events, including turbo javelin, shot put and long jump. These events gave students the opportunity to learn and refine new skills while setting personal goals and celebrating their own progress.
Throughout the carnival, students encouraged their classmates and teammates, demonstrating positive sportsmanship and strong House spirit. For our younger students, the day was an opportunity to experience athletics in a supportive environment and build confidence through participation.
Congratulations to all our K–2 students for the enthusiasm, courage and effort they brought to the carnival. Their willingness to participate, support one another and challenge themselves made for a memorable day of athletics.
Years 3 to 6 CIS Athletics Carnival
Our Years 3 to 6 athletes represented IGS at the CIS Athletics Carnival at Sydney Olympic Park on Friday 4 September, competing alongside some of the strongest young athletes from independent schools across NSW.
The carnival provided students with an opportunity to test themselves across a range of track and field events, putting into practice the skills, training and determination they have developed throughout the year.
Across the day, our athletes approached each event with focus and enthusiasm. From sprinting and distance events on the track to field events, students challenged themselves to perform at their best while supporting and encouraging their teammates.
There were plenty of personal bests (PBs) recorded throughout the competition, reflecting the commitment and perseverance our students have shown in their training. For many, the carnival was also an opportunity to compete at a higher level and gain valuable experience against athletes from schools across the state.
Just as importantly, our students represented IGS with excellent sportsmanship. They celebrated each other’s achievements, encouraged their teammates and embraced the challenges that came with competing at a major interschool athletics carnival.
Congratulations to all our Years 3 to 6 athletes on a memorable day of competition. Their commitment, resilience and willingness to challenge themselves were a wonderful reflection of the spirit of IGS sport.
