Specialist Netball - Fast Five House Carnival 

On Friday, 14 June 2024, we held the annual Fast 5 House Cup competition for our Netball Academy. This is between Manta Rays, Marlins and Sharks Houses and involves all students from Years 7 to 12 in the Belridge Netball Academy.

Teams consist of students from all year groups combining on the day to play the Fast 5 style of netball, where 1, 2 and 3 points are awarded for goals, depending on where the shooters are standing when they take their shots. There are only 5 players on the court from each team and so there are no wing positions. The games were 4 quarters of 6 minutes in length with each team choosing one quarter as their power play. This is where points for this quarter are doubled. There are rolling subs so team members can come on quickly without waiting for a break. When teams were not fixtured on to play, they were required to umpire and score.

Twelve teams in total competed. A big thank you to the Year 11/12 Certificate III in Sport and Recreation class who were responsible for the team organisation for the day. This is built into their course and a requirement for them to complete.

Most games were very even with only a few goals difference in each. There were quite a few 2 and 3 points scored over the day which was a huge a highlight!

In the end, the grand final was between Manta Rays 2 and Sharks 5, with Manta Rays winning 39 - 26. A very exciting game to watch with multiple changes in the lead over the duration of the game.

Congratulations to all team members of Manta Rays 2 as well as our MVP’s for each house (who were also awarded 20 PIP points):

Sharks: Olivia Williams (Year 11)

Marlins: Taya Hynes (Year 12)

Manta Rays: Tara Diersen (Year 9)

This year we introduced a best dressed component of the day which encouraged students to really embrace that it was a ‘House’ competition. Our best dressed awards went to:

Sharks: Madelin Gibbs, Madison Sproul and Skye Gray

Marlins: Taya Hynes and Liv Young

Manta Rays: Tara Diersen and Tarli Appleby

These students were awarded 15 PIP points each.

We finished off a fantastic day with some delicious food in the school café, followed by presentations.

The weather was beautiful over the day making it a great competition between the three houses. It was great to see all year groups interacting in their teams on and off the court to represent the Netball Academy. The Senior girls especially, took on a leadership role in their teams where they helped the younger girls with their netball skills and confidence. We look forward to a bigger and better comp next year!

Miss Markovic and Miss Hunt
Specialist Netball Program 
Health & Physical Education Teachers

Specialist Netball - Elimination Carnival 

On Thursday, 20 June 2024, Belridge Secondary College showcased their netball prowess by sending six strong teams to the elimination finals in Perth, following their impressive performances at the SSWA Netball Carnival. 

The Year 7.1 Team had a commendable run, finishing third in their zone. They fought hard in the crossover final but were ultimately overpowered by Atwell Year 8's, marking the end of their journey. 

The Year 8.1 Team delivered a mix of performances. They won against Swan Christian with a 21-10 victory, then faced a setback against a dominant Warwick, losing 16-8. They bounced back with a convincing 21-5 win against Perth Modern, securing second place in their zone. In the crossover final, they emerged victorious against Melville 2 with a 12-6 win. However, they met an impressive opponent in Living Waters and couldn’t maintain their winning streak in the subsequent crossover final.

The Year 10.1 Team showed exceptional skill despite missing two of their strong team members. They started the day with a 20-12 win against Living Waters. The Year 10's dominated their zone, finishing at the top after claiming victory over Bunbury Cathedral. The first cross over final had them convincingly beat Byford. Despite their success, they faced a challenging match in the finals and were defeated by St. Brigid's, which was the same team that defeated them in last year's state finals.

The Opens (Years 11/12.1 Team) had a stellar run, defeating Churchlands 17-8 and Rockingham 19-10. They continued their winning streak against SEDA, Darling Range, and Kolbe, placing them undefeated and at the top of their pool. In the quarterfinals, they faced Mandurah Cathedral College, a team that had edged them out in the previous state finals. The game was intense and closely contested, ending in a draw with just one minute remaining. Unfortunately, Belridge couldn't hold on and lost by a narrow margin of 2 points.

The Year 11 Boys team also competed admirably, with their skills developing as the day went on. However, their crossover final saw them compete against our Belridge Year 12 Team for a spot in the finals. This was a hard-fought game, with the Year 11s showing the Year 12's just how far they had come with their skills. The Year 12's were able to compose themselves and came out on top.

The Year 12 Boys faced Bunbury Catholic in the last final of the day. Bunbury showcased athleticism and strong tactics to put them in front at halftime. Unfortunately, the Belridge Boys lost a player due to injury and just weren't strong enough to come back against Bunbury.

Belridge Secondary College's netball teams demonstrated remarkable skill and determination throughout the carnival, representing the the College well and showcasing their talent on a competitive stage. They should all be very proud of their performances and how far they got on the day.

Janneke Markovic
Netball Coordinator 
Health and Physical Education Teacher

House Basketball Competition
A Slam Dunk Success!

The House Basketball competition saw an impressive turnout this year, with 16 teams (all year groups and 4 staff teams) entering the fray. The competition was fierce, showcasing the high level of talent and enthusiasm among students and teachers. 

Each game was a display of skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship, making for an exhilarating experience for both players and spectators alike. It was heartening to see such a strong sense of community and participation, reflecting the growing popularity of basketball in our school. 

The finals were particularly intense, with the top teams battling it out in a nail-biting showdown that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. In the end, the Year 11 team emerged victorious, but every participant should be proud of their efforts and the spirit they brought to the court.

Congratulations to all the teams for their hard work and dedication. We look forward to an even more exciting competition next year!

Brent Jarvis-Spinks
Health & Physical Education Teacher

Year 7 Lightning Carnival - Volleyball

What a great day!  With four teams in the competition, all students showed fantastic team spiriting. Three out of our four teams made it to the semi-finals and finals.  There are some definite up and coming volleyballers! End result - Team 3 placed 4th on the day.