Students from winning house Gulpa, Jimmy Hullah, Scarlett Stewart and Charlie Hullah holding the Leo Barry Shield.
Last Friday, June 19, Mathoura Public School celebrated its annual Athletics Carnival, with students showcasing their determination, athleticism, and sportsmanship across the track and field.
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Every participant gave their best in each event, with runners, jumpers, and throwers demonstrating exceptional commitment and skill, resulting in some remarkable achievements.
The 2026 Sportsmanship Award was presented to Kade Harris.
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The athletes were supported by an enthusiastic school community, with parents, grandparents, family members, and friends cheering loudly from the sidelines.
There was plenty of action to keep spectators engaged as students participated in a range of track events, including the 800m, 200m, and 100m, as well as various field events.
Sub Junior Age Champion Wally Duggan with runners-up Riley Glenn and Spencer S.
Sub-junior students enjoyed a fun-filled day competing in track events, long jump, discus, and a variety of novelty activities.
The day culminated with all students taking part in a relay event, followed by an entertaining race against parents and staff, with Rhys Glenn earning the title of fastest sprinter.
Sub Junior Age Champion Frankie Ward and runner-up Evelyn Cantlon
Gulpa emerged as the winning house with 159 points, closely followed by Moira with 143 points.
Congratulations to Mathoura Public School’s Age Champions:
11 Years Girl Champion: Scarlett Stewart.
11 Years Boy Champion: Tristan Hadjialexiou (Runner-Up: Jimmy Hullah).
Junior Boy Champion: Bruce T (Runner-Up: Kohen McIntosh).
Sub Junior Girl Champion: Frankie Ward (Runner-Up: Evelyn Cantlon).
Sub Junior Boy Champion: Wally Duggan (Runner-Ups: Spencer S, Riley Glenn).
11 Year Boys runner-up Jimmy Hullah and Champion Tristan Hadjialexiou.
A special congratulations go to our Sportsmanship Award winner, Kade Harris.
Despite recently having a fractured arm, which limited his participation in some events, Kade assisted with the running of high jump and long jump, and took part in every running event, finishing each race with a smile on his face.
Well done to all students for their outstanding efforts, and thank you to our school community for making the day memorable.
Junior Girls runner-up Chloe Stillitano and Champion Zaria Wilson Baker
Junior Boy runner-up Kohen McIntosh and Champion Bruce T.
