Cross Country

Congratulations to the following boys who represented Combined Independent Schools (CIS) at the NSW All Schools Cross Country, unfortunately Matthew Dyster (9/FL) had to withdraw with an injury.

• Zak Stevens (12/LE)
• Callum Lowe-Griffiths (11/PR)
• Angus Beer (8/ME)
• Matthew Dyster (9/FL)

Callum was also a member of the AAGPS team that defeated CAS at the Knox Invitational on Saturday.

Congratulations to all boys!

On Saturday 8 August Newington will be hosting its Invitational meet at Sydney Park, any parents who are able to assist please contact Mr Symon Astley.

Football

Newington Football’s run in the CIS cup came to an end in the semi final at Moriah College, Moriah went onto win the competition. Well done to all boys who participated and represented the College in fine style.

Rugby

After the annual GPS v CAS Rugby fixtures, seven boys gained selection in the NSW Schools teams that participated in the National Schoolboy Championships.

• Teu Atiola (12/FL)
• Tom Piroddi (12/FL)
• Matthew Long (12/MO)
• Simon Kennewell (12/ME)
• Sepesa Loga-Tarogi (12/MA)
• Opeti Helu (11/FL)
• Tyrone Taukamo (11/ME)

The Australian Schools team was selected from the Championships which saw Simon and Sepesa gain selection.

We would also like to acknowledge Cameron Murray (12/ME) who is the Captain of Rugby at Newington this year. Cameron has displayed outstanding leadership qualities and his on field performances have been excellent. Cameron was selected in the CIS Opens Rugby league team and his performances at the National Carnival earnt him selection in the Australian Schools team.

Congratulations to all boys.