Sports Bulletin #27 Thursday 5 April

Sports Bulletin #27 Thursday 5 April Sports Bulletin Sport Report and Key Dates Hoping that everyone enjoyed the Easter break and the week off sport before the winter season begins this weekend. Our Football Club starts their season this weekend with the majority of teams playing at Hills Grammar. s are into regular training and we look forward to seeing their development as the season gets underway. Our basketball season is coming to a close and we have seven teams playing in semi finals this week. The Hills Grammar Basketball Presentation is this coming Monday 9 April and we look forward to seeing all of our teams attending the evening. Our Netball s are also training and some teams are playing in a Gala Day this Sunday as a lead-in to the season. We now have over 50 players attending the Pre season Training Camp to be held April 16 and 17 and we look forward to some more registrations this week. A special mention to Lucy Wallace who represented NSW at the National Baseball Championships over the Easter long weekend. Lucy and the NSW BlueSox team picked up the silver medal going down narrowly by two runs in the final. In between her baseball, kite surfing and numerous other sports Lucy competes in she is definitely one of our busiest students. Commonwealth Games Rugby 7 s Silent Auction The school has been fortunate to obtain a ticket and accommodation package to the Commonwealth Games. This includes three tickets to the Rugby 7 s and a night s accommodation at the Star Resort staying in a two bedroom suite on the Gold Coast. The school will be offering this package through a silent auction that allows the school community to bid for the package. Please click the following link https://www.myminiauction.com/myminiauction-thgsyear5seatproject that will allow you to make your bid. Good Luck! Key Dates 9 April CIS Football (Primary) Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 1 of 10

Cross Country Please note we still have one more week to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House. We have currently raised over $20 000 and with still one week left of fundraising I m hoping that we can get this figure up around $30 000. Year 7 still lead the way with the fundraising, but congratulations to all students who are contributing to this fantastic cause. Year 7 - $3905 Year 2 - $2934 Year 1 - $1923 Year 3 - $1712 Kindy - $1320 Remember that each child who makes a profile and raises as little as $1 goes into the draw to win a $30 000 Ultimate Family Experience. Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 3 of 10

Basketball To those basketball teams playing in semi finals this week we wish you all the best and we look forward to possibly seeing some teams playing in a grand final next week. To those who have concluded their season congratulations for your efforts and commitment to training and attending matches each week. We look forward to seeing you at the Basketball Presentation on Monday night from 6pm at the Performance Centre. Hills Grammar Basketball Results Week 17 U11 Boys Hills Grammar Knights 0 U11 Boys Hills Grammar Hawks 0 U15 Girls Hills Grammar Wildcats 15 Bouncers 21 U16 Boys Hills Grammar Green Hornets 45 Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 4 of 10

Pandas 25 U16 Boys Hills Grammar Warriors 47 Extreme 26 U17 Boys Hills Grammar Heat 0 U17 Boys Hills Grammar Huskies 0 U17 Girls Hills Grammar Thunder 0 U18 Boys Hills Grammar Titans 0 U22 Boys Hills Grammar Kings 32 Jellyfam 51 Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 5 of 10

Tennis In conjunction with Max Tennis, the School is looking for new players to join the tennis program. Next term will mark the start of the winter competition. Students are encouraged to register interest in playing in the Saturday morning competition representing Hills Grammar. Max Tennis coaches will grade our players and will look to place them into the appropriate grade. For more information on the tennis program and how you can enrol in tennis lessons please contact Oliver from Max Tennis orowston@maxtennis.com.au Max Tennis will also be conducting holiday lessons and a flyer is attached for your information. Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 7 of 10

Cricket To further promote our cricket program the school will be offering a winter training program. This is available to all students across all ages. Cricket is a sport that requires continued practise and we encourage all students who might be interested in playing next year to attend these sessions. We have acquired the services of a private cricket coach to run these sessions and we look forward to our students furthering their skills and love of the game. Please see flyer on how to register. Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 8 of 10

Football Wednesday 11 April 6.00 pm at Hills Grammar T3 Australia is excited to announce internationally acclaimed grassroots coach Tom Byer will be visiting Australia. In a roadshow themed Football Starts At Home, Tom will present an enthralling presentation on development and coaching. Hills Grammar School has been chosen for the only Sydney event and it is one that cannot be missed. This night is essential for all parents with children in our T3 program from Under 5 to Under 11 and anyone who is interested in learning from this world-renowned expert. You must register for this event there is no charge for Hills Grammar parents and as a bonus all Hills Grammar parents who attend will receive a free copy of Tom Byer s best selling book Football Starts at Home (one per family). Tom's philosophy has recently incorporated into custom design grassroots programs and strategies for countries and global brands such as Adidas, Volkswagen, AIA Insurance. Tom is the author of 4 books, and has written numerous articles and produced 5 DVD's on grassroots football development which are best sellers in Asia. His work has been highlighted by world media such as BBC Sports, Sky Sports, CNN, Time Magazine, Economist Magazine, HBO Television, FIFA Football Mundial, ESPN, The Guardian, The New York Times, Fox Sports Australia, Four Four Two Magazine and the Herald Sun. The night will also host an expert panel of guest speakers including coach education experts, ex-professional players, and media professionals. A large audience is expected and we encourage interested people to collect their tickets as soon as possible. Details and ticket collection can be made through this link. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Football Coordinator Geoff Johnson geoff.johnson@hillsgrammar.nsw.edu.au Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 9 of 10

Our Sponsors Sport at Hills Grammar is supported by several fantastic sponsors. These include: Gremmo Homes Raine & Horne Castle Hill Mercedes Benz Parramatta Copyright Hills Grammar 2018. All Rights Reserved. 10 of 10