TRACK&FIELD 2017TEAM SEASON

WAVERLEY COLLEGE

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4 Student Expectations6 Parent Support And Involvement8 Pictorial10 Important Season Dates11 Training Timetable12 Invitational Schedule13 Invitational Program14 CAS Week Outline15 2017 Coaching Staff16 Contact Details

Contents

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Welcome

I would like to warmly welcome students, staff, parents and friends to the 2017 Track and Field season! The Waverley College Track and Field Team is the largest team in the school and is involved in one of the most exciting events in the calendar, the CAS Track and Field Championships. The commitment and dedication of the students in the Track and Field Team is unrivalled throughout the school. Our athletes are here because they are passionate, they enjoy the challenge and they have the drive to win.

As many of you know, this is my second year as Convenor of Track and Field and this year I will be working closely with Miss Stephanie Floyd in her role as Assistant Convenor. This year, we also have a very strong staff team supporting us who are keen to see the boys achieve their best results yet.

The success of Waverley College Track and Field is not only due to the efforts of the students but also the involvement of parents. I would like to encourage and welcome any parents and friends who may be interested in assisting the Supporter Group through the 2017 season.

This booklet contains information on the 2017 Track and Field season including season dates, training expectations, team events and contact information. Please ensure this booklet is kept in a prominent place at home.

I look forward to working with you throughout the season to see every competitor reach their full potential.

Waves To Win!

Kaitlyn DowneyConvenor of Track and Field

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Student Expectations

The following students are expected to be a part of the Waverley College Track and Field Team:

• Members of the 2016 Waverley College Track and Field Squad

• Students identified (placing in the top 5) at the Waverley College House Athletics Carnival

• Students identified by Waverley College PDHPE Staff

The season is very short and only lasts five weeks, with five lead-up Invitational Carnivals to the Championships. While summer sports teams will be beginning pre-season training sessions during the athletics season, the Track and Field Team takes priority. Students in the Track and Field Team will not be disadvantaged in any way on gaining selection into summer sport teams.

Training involves 2 to 4 sessions a week, depending on how many events you enter. Training commences at 3:40pm each afternoon with the team warm up. Do not be late. Training will not be cancelled. If it does rain, listen to announcements at school regarding wet weather arrangements. Bring running spikes and sandshoes.

You are expected to go to every Saturday carnival for the duration of ALL your events. This includes all students involved in sprints to remain for the relays.

If you do not turn up to training without seeing Miss Downey or Miss Floyd PRIOR to that session with a note you will be put on a detention. If you do not turn up to a Saturday meet or leave early without written permission from the Head of College or Head of Sport you will be put on a Saturday detention at the end of the season.

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It is compulsory for students to attend all training sessions and to attend all meets.

Students are expected to wear the full Waverley College sports uniform to training. I encourage members from last year’s squad to wear the 2016 team shirt.

Each Saturday and at the CAS Championships, students are expected to wear the Waverley College athletics singlet, shorts and tracksuit. These items are available at from the uniform shop. Students who do not wear the correct uniform will be asked to remove foreign clothing items.

Students are expected to be on their best behaviour during training sessions. This includes displaying respect to external coaches and Waverley College staff and following any instructions that are given. I would like to highlight the importance of following instructions in the disciplines of Javelin, Shot Put and Discus, where safety is the priority. Any dangerous behaviour will not be tolerated.

Students participating in competition are expected to show respect and courtesy to the opposition during competition, as well as towards staff responsible for judging events. Remember the golden rule: “Magnanimous in victory, gracious in defeat.”

If any of these expectations are unclear, please contact Miss Downey or Mr O’Donnell.

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“Parents aren’t the people you come from. They are the people you want to be when you grow up.”

Welcome all Parents and Friends to the 2017 Track and Field season! Over the years, Waverley College has had a number of success stories. The boys have won competitions, broken records and have enjoyed being involved in some tight battles with competing schools. This all comes back to the great opportunity and support provided by our parents. Waverley College has been blessed with some fantastic support from parents over the years and I would like to invite any interested parent to continue this support in the 2017 season.

The Supporter Group is looking at a number of initiatives to boost the profile of Track and Field at Waverley College, and would definitely appreciate any help from parents who have time to participate.

Parent & Friends Support and Involvement

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Parents are invited to support each of the following events in the Track and Field Calendar:

CANTEEN • Help serve in the Canteen at Queen’s Park on

training days. The Canteen is open Monday to Thursday from 4pm to 5pm. Any parent who is able to help out please contact Miss Downey to arrange when they may be placed in the roster.

WAVERLEY INVITATIONAL CARNIVAL • Saturday 9 September – Waverley Invitation

Meet at ES Marks Field, Kensington. Parents are invited to assist with various duties throughout the day.

CARBO NIGHT • Tuesday 12 September, College PAC 5.30pm.

Compulsory for all students in the Track and Field Squad. Announcement of the CAS team. All parents are encouraged to attend and assist serving food. All students are asked to bring a plate of food. Students may bring a dish of pasta, potatoes or anything else high in carbohydrates.

T & F TEAM AWARDS AND PRESENTATION DINNER • Friday 15 September, Braidwood and College

Gymnasium, 6pm. Compulsory for all students in the Track and Field Squad. Parents are encouraged to attend and assist with serving food.

If you are able to assist at any of the above events please contact Miss Downey.

Kaitlyn Downey Convenor of Track and FieldP 02 9369 0648E kdowney@waverley.nsw.edu.au

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2017 Track & Field Season Important Dates

IMPORTANT DATES FOR THE 2017 TRACK & FIELD SEASON

AUGUST

Monday 7 August First Training Session, Queens Park – full team session.

Saturday 12 August Barker Invitational – SOPAC, Homebush

Saturday 19 August St Aloysius’ and Trinity Invitational – SOPAC, Homebush

Saturday 26 August Newington and St Patrick’s Invitational – SOPAC, Homebush

SEPTEMBER

Saturday 2 September Riverview and St Augustine’s Invitational – ES Marks, Kensington

Saturday 9 September Waverley and Cranbrook Invitational – ES Marks, Kensington

Tuesday 12 September Carbo Night – PAC 5.30pm. ALL athletes bring a plate of food. Parents are encouraged to attend and help. CAS team is announced.

Wednesday 13 September

Headmaster’s Assembly, Presentation of Track and Field Team – Gym. Parents and Friends welcome to attend.

Track and Field Squad Photograph

Thursday 14 September CAS Track & Field Championships – SOPAC, Homebush 1pm – 8pm

Friday 15 September Track and Field Presentation Night – Gym, 6pm. All athletes to attend.

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All students, in all events, are expected to attend the full team training session on Monday 7 August.

Training will commence at 3:40pm each afternoon. Training will conclude at approximately 5pm. If students do not commence training at the specified time, students will stay back to complete the training program set out by the coaching staff.

Training will never be cancelled. If it does rain, please listen to the announcements at school for alternative arrangements. Bring running spikes and sandshoes.

Each Monday (with the exception of Monday 7 August), students involved in Hurdles, Long Jump and High Jump will be training at ES Marks Athletics Field, Kensington. Students will be transported to this venue by bus. Students are to assemble at the front of the school (bus stop on Birrell Street) by 3:30pm. Students will be transported back to Waverley College at 5pm, however, students may leave directly from ES Marks Athletics Field (students will require a note from a parent for this option).

Please be aware that some training sessions may be changed depending on coaching availabilities.

Training Timetable

TRAINING TIMETABLE

DAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

Event Middle Distance Middle Distance Sprints (up to August 17)

Middle Distance

Sprints (up to August 17)

Sprints (after August 17)

Javelin Sprints (after August 17)

Discus Discus Javelin

Shot Put Shot Put Hurdles

Hurdles (ES Marks) High/Long Jump Extra (throws etc)

High/Long Jump (ES Marks)

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THE CAS/ISA INVITATIONAL TRACK & FIELD SCHEDULE FOR 2017

WEEK DATE VENUE HOST SCHOOL SCHOOLS ATTENDING

1 12 August SOPAC, Homebush Barker A, B, C, Kn, W, SPX, T

2 19 August SOPAC, Homebush St Aloysius’ and Trinity

A, B, C, Kn, T, W, SPX, SPC, RED, N

3 26 August SOPAC, Homebush Newington and St Patrick’s

A, B, Kn, T, W, SPC, H, G, E, N

4 2 September ES Marks Athletics Field, Kensington

Riverview and St Augustine’s

A, C, T, W, AUG, RED, G, H, S, I

5 9 September ES Marks Athletics Field, Kensington

Cranbrook and Waverley

C, W, N, K, H, S

6 14 September SOPAC, Homebush CAS A, B, C, Kn, T, W

Invitational Schedule

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Invitational Program

THE PROGRAM FOR THE CAS/ISA INVITATIONAL CARNIVAL EACH SATURDAY IS LISTED BELOW. Please note that all times are a guide only.

TRACK EVENTS FIELD EVENTS

START TIME EVENT AGE GROUP START TIME EVENT AGE GROUP

8.00am 3000m Opens

8.30am Hurdles 13s – Opens 8.30am Javelin 13 years

8.30am Discus 16 & 17 years

8.30am Shot Opens

9.00am Long Jump 17 & Opens

9.00am High Jump 13 & 14 years

9.10am 200m 13s – Opens

10.00am Javelin 14 & 15 years

10.00am Discus Opens

10.00am Shot 16 & 17 years

10.00am Long Jump 13 & 14 years

10.10am 800m 13s – Opens

10.45a.m High Jump 15 & 16 years

11.00am 100m 13s – Opens 11.00am Discus 13 years

11.30am Javelin 16 & 17 years

11.30am Shot 14 & 15 years

12.00pm Long Jump 15 & 16 years

12.15pm 400m 13s – Opens

12.30pm High Jump 17 & Opens

12.30pm Discus 14 & 15 years

12.45pm Javelin Opens

1.00pm Shot 13 years

1.15pm 1500m 13s – Opens

2.10pm 4 x100m 13s – Opens

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CAS Week Outline

MONDAY 11 SEPTEMBERFull team training. Compulsory training for all members of the Track and Field Squad at Queens Park. Sprints, Relays, Hurdles, Long jump and High jump will train at ES Marks.

TUESDAY 12 SEPTEMBERFull team training. Compulsory training for all members of the Track and Field Squad at Queens Park.

Track and Field Team Carbo Night, Performing Arts Centre (PAC) 5.30pm. All Athletes are to bring a dish of pasta, potatoes or anything else high in carbohydrates. This event is compulsory for all members of the Track and Field Squad. The food should be delivered hot to the canteen by 5pm or sent to the Canteen during the day (Contact: Steve Byrne 0404 099 224). There will be a special guest to speak to the boys and our CAS Team for 2017 will be announced. Any assistance is greatly appreciated with the setting up, preparing food and decorating the hall from 3.30pm. Drinks for students and parents will be sold on the night.

WEDNESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER Presentation of Track and Field Team at the Headmaster’s Assembly. Time of assembly to be confirmed.

Track and Field Squad photo.

No training.

THURSDAY 14 SEPTEMBER CAS Track and Field Championships SOPAC, Homebush (more details for participating athletes/reserves/squad members to be given at Carbo Night).

FRIDAY 15 SEPTEMBERTrack and Field Team Awards and Presentation Dinner, Braidwood and College Gym, 6.00pm. Compulsory for all members of the Track and Field Squad. Awards are given for the CAS Championships and the season. The Track and Field Supporter Group will be providing the dinner for the boys. Drinks will also be sold. There will be a cost of $15 per adult and $5 per student. Help from parents in setting up or cleaning up would be appreciated.

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2017 Coaching Staff

SprintsPaul Cornish, Steve O’Donnell, Anne Saville and Lachlan Youll

Middle DistanceNick Brophy, Aaron Egan, Jeremy Roff and Sam Byrne

Hurdles Anne Saville and Stephanie Floyd

Long Jump Sherri Falkinder and Lyn Jacenko

High Jump Wal Jacenko and Olivia Kite

Shot PutGemma Brown, Kyle Newbury and Rebecca Gasparini

Discus Alan Riordan and Rebecca Gasparini

Javelin Rebecca Gair and Kyle Newbury

Convenor Kaitlyn Downey

Assistant Convenor Stephanie Floyd All photography from the Track & Field 2016 season.

Miss Kaitlyn Downey Convenor of Track and FieldP 02 9369 0648E kdowney@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Miss Stephanie Floyd Assistant ConvenorP 02 9369 0624E sfloyd@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Mr Stephen O’Donnell Director of Co-curriculumP 02 9369 0602E sodonnell@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Waverley College Track & FieldContact Information

Combined Associated Schools (CAS)Member Schools

St Aloysius’ College47 Upper Pitt Street Milsons Point

Barker College91 Pacific Highway Hornsby

Cranbrook School5 Victoria Road Bellevue Hill

Knox Grammar7 Woodville Avenue Wahroonga

Trinity Grammar119 Prospect Road Summer Hill

Waverley College131 Birrell StreetWaverley