Term 3 2012 - Maribyrnong Sports Academy @ Maribyrnong College

SPORT ACADEMY NEWS
Term 3 2012
AUSTRALIAN DIAMONDS TRAIN AT MARIBYRNONG SPORTS ACADEMY
The Australian Diamonds took to the courts at Maribyrnong Sports Academy where they conducted their first
training session in the lead up to the Constellation Cup, against the New Zealand Silver Ferns. Our netball athletes
enjoyed the opportunity to observe the two hour training session, where the entire squad undertook a range of
warm up drills, ball handling, centre court and transition drills. The squad included the cream of Australian netball
including Caitlin Bassett, Erin Bell, Rebecca Bulley, Bianca Chatfield, Julie Corletto, Catherine Cox (Vice-Captain),
Kimberlee Green, Laura Geitz, Mo’onia Gerrard, Natalie Medhurst, Natalie von Bertouch (Captain) together with
their newly appointed coach, Lisa Alexander.
It was a fantastic opportunity for our athletes to see first-hand, our world class netballers in action! At the
conclusion of the session, athletes and staff enjoyed the opportunity to meet the players, grab a few autographs and
take photos with their favourite players. Renowned sports songwriter – Greg Champion was also on hand to help
our Australian netballers with their new team chant – “Diamonds”.
Diamonds Captain Natalie von Bertouch presented MSA with a 2012 Netball dress, signed by the entire Diamonds
team.
Unfortunately the Diamonds lost their first test to New Zealand 54 – 52. In order for Australia to retain the
Constellation Cup, they must win the two deciding Tests in New Zealand.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & SPORTING EXCELLENCE
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR OF FOOTBALL - ARTHUR PAPAS
Quote from Arthur Papas, Technical Director Football Program MSA –
the day after hearing the Bill Turner Cup news: (Arthur is currently in
India coaching their National U/23 squad)
…A little email to congratulate and thank-you all for the role you
have played over the course of a few years regarding the Maribyrnong
Sports Academy and in particular the Football program, culminating in
yesterday's achievement which now sees Maribyrnong Sports Academy
crowned the 2012 Bill Turner Cup Champions.
When the decision was made to enter this group into the tournament
it was based on being the first 'genuine' group that had gone through a
thorough Talent ID program which subsequently has been developed for
three years through the school. I can still recall those freezing Saturday
mornings at Monmia Primary School when we had over 80 primary
school student trialling. I'm sure Marty and Rob can remember this as
well but from that Academy Program the majority of this group was
brought into the school. The level of development that has occurred
to further the likes of Jayden Anderson who captained the team this
week and Joseph Monek is a credit to the Sports Academy and its staff.
Players such as these were our 'L-plates' group back in Year 7, not even
able to yet train with the main group because their technical ability was
considered behind for this age level. However, we persevered with these
boys and others because they showed and continue to show a real desire
to learn and with the right environment around them are achieving great
things both on and off the field!
Yesterday was an achievement that even I thought was possibly still a
couple years away. To have won a tournament that comprises the elite of
the elite when it comes to Sports Schools across the country, and to be
the first ever Victorian school to win the Bill Turner Cup is a remarkable
story and a testament to the quality of the program, staff involved both
technically and administratively for the program and most importantly
the student-athletes we have brought into the program!
I will be back in Melbourne end of September and I look forward to
seeing you all during that period!!
Regards, Arthur Papas
Maribyrnong Sports Academy

MARIBYRNONG COLLEGE WINS THE BILL TURNER CUP
The Bill Turner Cup is a thirty four year old schools competition specifically for U/15 Boys Football (Soccer)
teams and it has become a highly sought after prize with a proud tradition. Originally set up to cater for schools in
Northern NSW, the prestigious competition now draws schools from all over Australia. The Cup is named after Bill
Turner, a former international Football referee and long serving teacher from Lake Macquarie High School. The
competition has traditionally been won by the large sports schools of NSW and Qld including Westfields Sports
High Sydney (6 times), John Paul College Brisbane (twice) The Hills Sports High Sydney, Illawarra Sports High and
Hunter Sports High (once each).
Maribyrnong College entered the competition for the first time this year and made it to the final four teams which
were then invited to Newcastle NSW to contest the semi-finals and final. Along the way, we were able to defeat St
Albans College Victoria (9-0), Bendigo SE College (6-0), Daramalan College ACT (6-0), Marian College Griffith
NSW (6-2) and St John’s Dubbo NSW (2/4 – 2/1).
The tournament started with a civic reception where all teams were welcomed to the City of Lake Macquarie at a
mayoral function. In the first semi-final at Jack McLaughlan Field (Edgewater NSW), Maribyrnong were able to
defeat John Paul College Qld 3-1 with goals to Damian Rastocic (2) and Ardian Vuniqui (1). In the other semifinal,
The Hills Sports High were able to defeat traditional rival Westfields Sports High 3-0. This set up the Grand
Final showdown between Maribyrnong and The Hills. After a tense start where The Hills missed two early chances,
Maribyrnong were able to slot two goals in the last few minutes of the first half to Ardian Vuniqui and James
Xydias. Continuing strongly in the second half, goals to Monek and Rastocic put the result beyond doubt with a
resounding 4-0 wins.
This is only the second time a Victorian team has ever reached a Final of the Bill Turner Cup with Notre Dame
College Shepparton losing the 2000 final to Epping Boys. It is certainly the first time the Cup has ventured
south of the Murray so Maribyrnong College has claimed a unique part of the event’s history. To top off a great
campaign, Damian Rastocic was named Player of the Final and Ardian Vuniqui won Player of the Tournament.
Congratulations go to all other players including: Rory Brian, Aaron Caldwell, Joseph Monek, Adem Or, Bryson
Ng, Dillan Djohan, Ryan Dragovic, Stelios Tzanoudakis, Edwin Stangherlin, Juan Igic, Jayden Anderson (Capt),
Mendi Barjaktarevic, Djordje Aleksic, James Xydias, Tomislav Fadljevic, Isaac Botros. Congratulations also go
to Coach Ralph Napoli, Managers Amy Jackson and Marty Cusack. A special mention must also be made of the
contribution of Arthur Papas and Aaron Symons (both currently coaching in India) who played a significant role
in recruiting and developing the boys.
Many parents flew up for the final and were able to join Nick Scott (Principal), Rob Carroll (Sport Director) and
Nino Napoli (Department of Education) who flew to Newcastle to support the team.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & SPORTING EXCELLENCE
Maribyrnong Sports Academy

OLYMPIC WELCOME HOME PARADE
Thirty very lucky Sports Academy students were invited by the Victoria Olympic Council and the office of
the Premier to be a part of the televised Olympic Welcome Home ceremony in Federation Square recently.
Our students marched out with placards depicting each Olympic sport with members of the London
Olympic tem marching behind. The students were able to mingle with the Olympians before and after the
ceremony and received autographs and memorabilia on the day.
A highlight of the nationally televised event was when the Premier announced in his speech that
Maribyrnong Sports Academy was the home of our future Olympic stars!
PIERRE DE COUBERTIN WINNER - JOSEPH YIGIT
The Pierre De Coubertin Award is a joint recognition between schools, the Department of Education and
Early Childhood Development (DEECD) and the Victorian Olympic Council.
It recognises one student from each nominating school who have played school sport as well as
demonstrating the ideals of the Olympic movement. (Sportsmanship, fair play, participation) The award is
for senior students only.
A selection panel at the College judged that our 2012 De Coubertin Award winner is Joseph Yigit
(Volleyball) after staff nominated him along with other
candidates including Brad Moore, Hannah
Wright, Hiep Do, Jacob McCormack and Tevin
Singh (All Year 12).
Joseph received his award from the Victoria
Olympic Council at a Sunday presentation at
MSAC recently
STOP THE PRESS!!
We have just received confirmation that Advanced Life will photograph all
Sports Academy Students on
Thursday 18th October 2012
Additional Information will be distributed in Term 4.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & SPORTING EXCELLENCE
Maribyrnong Sports Academy

AMELIA MAZZA-DOWNIE WINS GOLD!
We’re delighted to announce that Year 7 athlete – Amelia Mazza-Downie has won Gold in the 2012 Australian
Cross Country Championships in Adelaide. Amelia took on the best in Australia over the 3km distance,
to win the Under 14 national title in a time of 11 mins 32 seconds. Amelia got off to a great start, in tough
conditions at Oakbank Racecourse, before breaking away in the second half to win the race by 12 seconds.
Amelia is determined to one day win Olympic Gold!
Congratulations Amelia!
RECENT TEAM ACHIEVEMENTS
State Champions – SSV Intermediate Girls Netball
State Champions – SSV Senior Boys Soccer
State Champions – SSV Year 8 Boys Badminton
State Champions – Netball Victoria Inter Girls All School
State Runners Up – SSV Inter Boys & Girls Badminton
Western Jets AFL Cup – Year 8 Boys
MARIBYRNONG ‘RELAY FOR LIFE’ 2012
To register in our team visit www.relayforlife.org.au
->Find a relay -> Maribyrnong -> Sign up -> Create new account ->
Join existing team -> Search Maribyrnong Sports Academy
IMPORTANT DATES
MONDAY 8 OCTOBER Term 4 Commences
WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER Sports Academy Assembly (During SSR)
FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER Marby Cup - Flemington Racecourse
FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER Whole School Assembly
13 - 21 OCTOBER Bukit Jalil Netball Trip
THURSDAY 18 OCTOBER Sports Acadmey Photo Day
THURSDAY 25 OCTOBER Valedictory Dinner
TUESDAY 6 NOVEMBER Melbourne Cup (Public Holiday)
28 NOVEMBER - 18 DECEMBER USA Basketball Tour
MONDAY 3 DECEMBER Report Writing Day - PUPIL FREE DAY
WEDNESDAY 5 DECEMBER Sports Academy Awards Night
9 - 14 DECEMBER National Schools Volleyball Cup
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & SPORTING EXCELLENCE
Maribyrnong Sports Academy

HOCKEY CENTRE OPENING
After a long wait, the MSA Hockey program has now established a home
base at the school after the opening of the new Tiger Turf pitch adjacent to
the stadium. Featuring the new Evo Pro surface, it is one of the new Hybrid
synthetics and the only pitch of its kind in Australia.
The carpet has been laid over a 15mm rubber shock pad to reduce stress
and workload on players joints. Coaches Victor Romagosa and Andrew
Smith were full of praise for the new facility indicating that the pitch
played true and fast and reduced travelling time would provide the
opportunity for the training sessions to be maximised. For the past
3 years, the program has been based at the Footscray Hockey Club
and the Sports Academy would like to thank the City of Maribyrnong
and the club for facilitating use of this venue while our own facilities were
being developed
MARBY CUP 2012
CAR PARK SAFETY
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & SPORTING EXCELLENCE
Maribyrnong Sports Academy, in conjunction with the Victoria
Racing Club is proud to present the second running of the
“Marby Cup” to be held at Flemington Racecourse on Friday
October 12. All Maribyrnong Sports Academy students
will travel by bus to Flemington Racecourse, where they will
assemble in their year level. Our celebrity Starter will send
students on a 3km run around the Lake and down the
straight where they will cross the famous Flemington
“Finishing Line”.
Please bring along your picnic hamper and join us at
the finishing post in front of the Members Stand.
Please note : alcohol is not permitted.
Safety concerns have emerged with parents driving their cars up to the front doors of the stadium to drop
student athletes off. It appears to be a particular issue during early morning training.
The concourse area at the front of the stadium is a heavy pedestrian traffic area and must not be used for
vehicle traffic EXCEPT authorised vehicles such as School buses etc.
Please drop students at the River Street gates to avoid congestion.
If it is essential to drive into the school (injured athletes, dropping golf clubs etc.) please restrict car
movements to car park areas only which are located to the east and west of the stadium.
Maribyrnong Sports Academy