The Clansman - Week 9, Term 2 - From the Sport Department

Wallabies. He was one of the real characters of Australian Rugby. Our prayers and thoughts are with the Brockhoff familyat this sad time.CIS Cross CountryCongratulations to all boys who competed for Scots in the CIS Cross Country last week. There were some very impressiveresults with several boys moving onto PSSA representation. Special congratulations to Jack Freer (1st), Max Freer (5th),Nelson Bours (7th) and Thomas Fenton-Lee (9th) who all made the top ten in their age groups.Year 6 Musical – The Lion KingOn Wednesday the Year 6 Musical, The Lion King, was performed in the College Auditorium. For more about the eveningrefer to the article in the newsletter.Old Boys of the Preparatory SchoolAs displayed in the newly named, Deane Hall, we continue to look at the lives and impact of some significant Old Boys ofthe Preparatory School. This week we continue as we look at Ian Kiernan.Ian Kiernan AOIan Kiernan grew up in Watson’s Bay and spent five years at the Preparatory School. His love of sailing led him to competein some of the most famous races in the world including the Admiral’s Cup, Southern Cross Cup and the Trans PacificYacht Race. In 1986-1987 he represented Australia in the BOC Challenge Solo Around The World Yacht Race, finishing sixthand setting an Australian record for solo circumnavigation. While competing in this race, Ian was confronted by the levelof pollution in the world’s oceans. In response, in 1989, he led the first ‘Clean Up Sydney Harbour Day’ – an event thatproved to be so successful that ‘Clean Up Australia’ followed, and the program then spread around the world.In recognition of his leadership in environmental matters, Ian has received many honours including an Order of AustraliaMedal (OAM), and both an Officer of the Order of Australia and a Centenary Medal. International recognition has includedthe award of the prestigious United Nations Environment Programme, Sasakawa Environment Prize. Ian was namedAustralian of the Year in 1994.As an avid sailor and ambassador for the Great Barrier Reef, Ian maintains his love for the sea. He is also patron of anumber of sailing groups including ASPECT Sailors with Disabilities and The Scots College Sailing Program, and is Patronof the Australian Association of Greater Public Schools.Charity ConcertLast night our Prep Choir, Concert Band and Orchestra performed in the annual College Charity Concert. This was animpressive evening as Preparatory boys, young and old, performed in different ensembles. This was also a fitting tributeas we farewelled Mr Bill Clark, Director of Music, who retires from the College at the end of this term. Mr Clark is a highlyrespected Director of Music whose enthusiasm and vision has made The Scots College Music Program the success it istoday. We thank Mr Clark for his visionary leadership and wish him all the very best in his retirement.Well done boys, and thank you to Miss Lowe, Mr Small, Mrs Helmers and Mr Molloy for their support of the boys’performance.Semester 1 ReportsThere are four formal opportunities for reporting boy’s progress in the Preparatory School. These include:Term 1: Parent/teacher interviews

Year 6 Musical – The Lion KingOn Wednesday the Year 6 Musical, The Lion King, was performed in the College Auditorium. Involving all five Year 6classes, this was a superb performance depicting high action, drama, well-known melodies and a good dose of humour.Congratulations to our Year 6 boys on a wonderful performance and thank you to all parents and friends for their heartysupport and encouragement of the boys on the night. The Lion King performance is the result of the dedication and hardwork of our boys and especially Miss Lowe, Music Coordinator, and Mrs Trudi O’Connell, Dance and Drama teacher. Wethank Miss Lowe and Ms O’Connell for their superb work with the boys and acknowledge the support of the Year 6 andother support staff. A vote of thanks, also, to all parents who have assisted in helping with make-up or supporting the PAAin their assistance with the Musical. Thank you one and all.Mr John CrerarHead of Preparatory SchoolFrom Indigenous EducationThe Scots College Indigenous Education Fundraising Dinner is now only four months away. The date has been set forSaturday 29 October. Please save this date in your diaries.The Fundraising Dinner is shaping up to be a very exciting and memorable social event. We have signed a top-billing popstar to perform exclusively for us, but all will be revealed in the next issue of The Lion & Lang Syne. There will be limitednumbers, so when the opportunity arises to book, please do so quickly.As the Indigenous Education Program at Scots has grown, so too has its support. We now have a team of ambassadors tohelp spread the word of the Program. We have two ambassadors per year group from Cubs to Year 12. They are: NatashaStathis, Nicole Torrence, Sasha Dale, Genevieve Scarf, Claire Dekaney, Sarah Summerfield, Narelle Wenzal, Monica Lhara,Lisa Burges-Hoar, Victoria Rees, Shay Lewis-Thorp, Angelique Andrews, Dana O’Neill, Alex Hodgson, Jen Freer, JanineZylstra, Susie Kelly, Kyril Agnew, Annabelle Pegler, Anna Cobcroft, Lisa Zylstra, Liz Jeavons-Fellows, Alison Licence, SofiaYassmin, Elisabeth Strang and Kate Murray. We still need two ambassadors for Year 11, so if you would like to be anambassador, please let me know.For more information about the Fundraising Dinner, or if you have an item you would like to donate for the auction, pleasesee one of the ambassadors, or contact me on j.samengo@tsc.nsw.edu.au.Mr Jonathan SamengoIndigenous Education

Well done to the following boys on their excellent performance and respective places at the NSWCIS Cross Country held atEastern Creek.PlaceNameAgeTime5th Max Freer 10 07:33.87th Thomas Fenton-Lee 10 07:40.926th Charlie Verco 10 08:14.766th Jack Willis 10 09:02.29th Lewis Kennedy-Hunt 11 10:06.222nd Max Ries 11 10:25.11st Jack Freer 12 09:28.67th Nelson Bours 12 09:53.2Congratulation to the runners who gained first place in the 10 Years Team event; and to Max Freer and Jack Freer whofinished fifth and first in their age division respectively. Max and Jack, along with the top six runners in each age group,will now go on to compete in the NSW PSSA Championships.Football CampFootball Camp for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 will be conducted on the Fairfax Oval, The Scots College, fromMonday 27 to Wednesday 29 June. A flyer and registration form is attached to this issue of The Clansman and is alsoavailable from the Newsroom.House Athletics CarnivalThe House Athletics Carnival will be held at the Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre, Competition Arena, on Wednesday10 August. A draft copy of the program will be available at the start of Term 3 for your review, prior to distribution of theprinted copies of the program.SnowsportsGood luck to our Snowsports competitors in the Scots and Sydney Interschools competition during the forthcomingholidays.Mr Brent WilsmoreCoordinator of Sport and PDHPEPrep FootballK-6 Prep Football Holiday ClinicDate: Monday 27 to Wednesday 29 JuneTime: 9:00am to 12:00pmVenue: Fairfax OvalRegistration forms are available at reception and in the electronic version of The Clansman.Mr Greg ClarenceMIC Football

Prep TennisTennis Academy High Intensity Tennis Training and match play for all ages is available during the school holidays.Advanced booking is essential as only limited places are available. The camp programs are developed by Tennis AustraliaHigh Performance Level 3 coaches. Areas of training include on court drilling, specific footwork, speed and agility, fitnesstesting, video analysis and match practice.Venue:Dates:Camp 2:Camp 3:Camps:The Scots College Macintyre CourtsCamp 1: Monday 27 June – Thursday 30 JuneMonday 4 July – Thursday 7 JulyMonday 11 July – Thursday 14 JulyTransition, Kindergarten and Year 1 Tennis and Sports Skills Camp (9:00am-12:00pm)Half day: $195 for the week or $60 per dayJunior Advanced Training Intensive Half Day Camp (9:00am – 12:00pm)$230 for the week or $70 per dayThe group will be coached exclusively by the Director of Tennis. This is a great opportunity for players at anadvanced level. Please apply by email as bookings are essential and places are limited.Full Day - Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced Camp (9:00am – 2:00pm)Full Day Camp: $230 for the week or $70 per dayHalf day: $195 for the week or $60 per dayAfter School Tennis Australia Program for Boys in Year 2 and 3In the after school Tennis Australia program boys learn to serve, rally and score in a game appropriate to their level.Players will be grouped on their ability.Terms: 1 to 4Day: WednesdayVenue: The Scots College Tennis CourtsCost: $165 per termTime : 3:15pm to 4:15pmFor more information please contact me on ariestennis@yahoo.com or 0413 393 903.Mr Arie ShatarDirector of TennisPrep Snowsports – Jumps and BumpsTSC Teams 2011 Interschools Snowsports ChampionshipsWe wish our team of 35 Preparatory School athletes representing the College at the 2011 TSC Snowsports Championshipsand 2011 Sydney Division Interschools Snowsports Championships during the July holidays safety, fun and success.