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Sport & Activities FOOTBALL v NC Brisbane Boys’ College travelled to Brassall Sporting Complex to contest 18 football matches on 8 June. All games were played in high spirit and all boys conducted themselves in a sportsman-like manner throughout the day. In the end, IGS won nine, drew three and lost six matches. The day was also a special occasion as IGS Football celebrated Heritage Round and in particular, the great battles that have occurred between IGS and BBC over the past 25 years. A big thank you to the <strong>Ipswich</strong> <strong>Grammar</strong> <strong>School</strong> community for supporting IGS Football on this fantastic day. Special mention must go to the groundsmen, Football Supporters’ Group, parents, ABC Fun Rides, Junior <strong>School</strong> teachers, coaches and admistrators for their efforts on the day. Thank you also to all boys who came to cheer on the First XI. PLAYER OF THE ROUND This week’s player of the round is Freddie Walker, who has been instrunmental in the 9Bs this year and has shown outstanding commitment and loyalty to the team. WORLD XI TEAM James Runnegar (8D), Steven Grayson (8C), Ryan Clark (8B), Giuliano Marconato (8A), Jonathan Elshaw (9C), Josh McEvoy (9A), Jayden Marrott (10D), Levi Cathcart (10C), Jarrod Noe (10B), Tommy Jarrard (10A), William Herzig (11C). AROUND THE GROUNDS 8D (1-2), 8C (2-2), 8B (4-0), 8A (9-1), 9C (0-2), 9B (0-6), 9A (2-2), 10D (4-1), 10C (0-2), 10B (2-0), 10A (1-0), 11C (7-3), 11B (4-0), 11A (3-0), Fourths (2-2), Thirds (0-2), Seconds (0-2), Firsts (3-2). FIRSTS The <strong>Ipswich</strong> <strong>Grammar</strong> First XI bounced back from last week’s disappointing loss with a solid 3-2 win over Brisbane Boys’ College. This match was marked as Heritage Round in celebration of <strong>Ipswich</strong>’s 150 years of schooling. There has been a long and fierce rivalry between to the two schools that both have excellent footballing programs and have played some tough encounters over many years. As the players and officials gathered for a pre-game luncheon with the past captains of IGS, it was clear that this match meant a lot to the players of both teams. When the match got under way it was a double from Joe Duckworth that saw IGS take an early lead. Unfortunately a lapse in concentration allowed BBC back into the match just moments before half time. Instead of Coach Morgan talking to his players about the dangers of a 2-0 lead, he was forced to talk to the boys about concentration. “There were occasions in the match where we got caught up in the excitement of the crowd, and didn’t play with enough composure,” Morgan said. “When we held onto the ball for too long it allowed BBC time to get behind the ball and get their defensive structures set. They are a well-coached team and you cannot give them time and space. ” The second half was much like the first with the young BBC midfield battling hard. However, this time IGS was creating the better chances and it seemed only a matter of time before they would find the back of the net. It was Tom Webster who put his name on the scoresheet as he showed great strength to beat a couple of BBC defenders and put the ball past the keeper with a wellplaced shot in the bottom corner. IGS seemed in control and should have finished one of the many chances they had created to put the game beyond doubt. Instead, a lack of urgency at the back saw BBC invited into the game with a well finished goal. It was IGS that finished the game the strongest to ensure they received all three points and secured third position on the GPS Ladder. There is just one round left of the GPS season, with IGS to celebrate ‘Think Pink’ as they host Churchie. Mr Mark Fancourt MIC Football mfancourt@ipswichgrammar.com CONGRATULATIONS TO... Harry Sippell, who has been selected in the Met West touch football team. Mr Nigel Greive Director of Sport & Activities ngreive@ipswichgrammar.com
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