REPRESENTATIVE SPORT

There are a couple of trials open at the moment. Please ensure your child is looking through the notices to see what trials are open.

All student forms for school representative pathways must come through the Sports Office so that we can approve leave and get appropriate principal consent to trial. Thank-you to all students who have been checking notices and following this process. We congratulate the large number of students who have found success in these trials and competitions. We do not generally receive results from State or National Championships so if students are involved, can you please send these results and photos through to our sport@carmelcollege.qld.edu.au address so that we can share this with our community.

Please check emails if your child was to attend a trial that was postponed. I have sent out a number of emails to the student and parents of those affected.

INTERHOUSE ATHLETICS – CELEBRATING SUCCESS

As Term 2 drew to a close, our school community came together for two unforgettable days of athletic excellence, camaraderie, and school spirit at the annual Athletics Carnival. The event was a resounding success, thanks to the incredible energy and enthusiasm of our students, staff, and families.

From the first race to the final relay, the carnival was filled with healthy competition, cheering crowds, and genuine participation from all year levels. Whether students were sprinting down the track, leaping into the sandpit, or giving it their all in the tug-of-war, the focus was on effort, encouragement, and enjoyment.

What truly made the event shine was the spirit shown by everyone involved. House colours were worn with pride, chants echoed across the oval, and students supported one another with heartwarming positivity. It was a powerful reminder that success isn’t just measured in medals, but in the way we lift each other up and celebrate every achievement—big or small.

A huge thank you to all the staff who helped organise and run the event, and to the families who came along to cheer from the sidelines. Your support helped make the carnival a highlight of the term.

HOUSE RESULTS

The competition was intense, and every house gave their best effort. Here are the results for the top five houses:

House	Points
Romero	2680
Avila	2279
MacKillop	2196
Polding	1834
Champagnat	1685

AGE CHAMPIONS & RUNNERS-UP

We also want to recognise the outstanding performances of our Age Champions and Runners-Up across all age groups. Their dedication and hard work truly paid off. Congratulations to all the winners!

SECA SEASON 2 – TERM 3

Although we didn’t get an opportunity to begin our SECA Season 2 this week, please lock in your calendars as we have activated our catch-up round on Thursday 21 August.

Please see below for key dates and SECA Season 2 reminders.

Dates:

• Thursday 31 July 2025
• Thursday 7 August 2025
• Thursday 21 August 2025

Reminders:

• SECA is compulsory for all students. Make these days count towards your attendance.
• Full Carmel College sports uniform is to be worn on SECA Sport days, this includes Carmel College school bag, correct Carmel College sports socks and bucket hat.
• Students will ‘Self-Carry’ medication must have this on them to attend. If the student does not have it, they will not travel offsite.
• Completed parent permission slip must be completed to allow students to travel offsite, no permission, no travel.

I look forward to celebrating our SECA Season 2 results with you soon.

AFLQ SCHOOLS CUP– YOUTH BOYS – FINAL

On Wednesday this week our Youth Boys AFL team competed against Mt Maria College, Mitchelton in the Final 5 Round of the AFLQ Schools Cup competition at Everton Park. Our team played an outstanding game and came out on top with a score of 15.7.97 to 3.3.21.

The team will now progress to the next round of AFLQ Schools Cup competition with a date to be confirmed. A big thank-you to Mr Dion King and Mr Lachlan Reilly for coaching on the day. Good luck and we look forward to sharing the result with you in our next edition.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Jonah E – Year 7 - Polding

Jonah recently represented Queensland at the Australian Gymnastics Championships. Jonah delivered an exceptional performance, earning medals in all three of his trampoline events. Congratulations, Jonah!

Oliver T - Year 7 - MacKillop

Oliver has recently competed at the National Elite Junior Diving Championships held at Chandler. He will compete in another diving event, scheduled to take place in Perth later this year. We wish Oliver all the best of luck and cannot wait to hear how he goes. Well done Oliver!

Kirby K - Year 8 - Champagnat

During the holidays Kirby travelled to Spain as a member of the U14 Girls Australia Team in futsal, Australia Futsal Association (AFA) participating in V Sport Cup. This was Kirby’s first international selection. Her team were the runners up in Group B, playing against Spanish teams. What an achievement, well done Kirby!

Liam C - Year 8 - MacKillop

Liam has recently returned from Italy after representing Australia in the Montesilvano Cup in both the U13's and U15’s Futsal Team. Liam was awarded the top goal scorer for the U13’s Australian Team. What an outstanding achievement to represent your country on the international stage in not only one team but two! Great work Liam!

Ruby P – Year 8 - Avila

Firstly, Ruby competed in rounds 5 & 6 of the QLD State Series at Sarina BMX track. Ruby won both rounds. 

Even though there are another 2 rounds for the series to go, Ruby is far enough ahead on points that she doesn't need to do the remainder rounds and no one can overtake her. Therefore, Ruby has won the QLD State Series!

Ruby has recently flew to Adelaide to compete in rounds 5 & 6 of the National Series. This is an opportunity to compete against some of the best riders from all around Australia. Ruby placed 3rd in both round 5 and 6 of this National Series. There is one more round to go in this Series. We wish Ruby the best of luck for this round of competition.

Yours in Sport,