The Aquinas AIMS Reporters today stopped by AC hockey’s first game of the tournament. Here’s their coverage:
Introduction by Vienna Vale
The AC hockey team today (Monday, Sept. 9) competed against Rotorua’s Te Kura o Ruamata, ultimately losing 1-5 in a tough battle against one of the tournament favourites.
The match was played in perfect hockey conditions at Tauranga Boys’ College, with strong support from lots of parents and other students who came to watch.
Captain interview by Indie McKenzie
Reporter Indie McKenzie caught up with Captain Emmy Sowerby (Year 8) post-match to get her thoughts on the game:
Despite the final score, she said it was a great game with lots of enthusiasm from everyone on the team. “It was a hard team to beat. They were probably one of the best teams we could play, so we did really well.”
Emmy praised the work of MVP Jonty Waites (Year 8) who was like a brick wall in the goal, pulling off some incredible saves.
Emmy has been playing hockey for eight years and says it’s a great sport to play.
Coach interview by Bridget Bywater-Lutman
Coach Brady Jones told reporter Bridget Bywater-Lutman he was proud of the team’s effort. “It was a great effort, the team fought really well.”
He said Ruamata is a high-quality team, noting the school’s boys’ side won bronze at AIMS last year. Jones said Aquinas plays Saint Peters this afternoon.
MVP interview by Connor Kenny
Reporter Connor Kenny chatted with goalie Jonty Waites to get his reaction to being named MVP.
Jonty said he was happy to hear he was the most valuable player in his team and thought it was well deserved as he blocked many goals. He is excited for the next game, hoping they win and he blocks even more goals.
