Our AC AIMS reporters have been out on the sidelines today (Sept. 7), covering Aquinas football, RIP rugby and netball.
All week, our Year 7 and 8 student reporters will capture the action and share match updates, photos, and footage from the courts and fields. Here’s today’s report from our student reporters! 👇
AC Netball Undefeated So Far — By Reporter James Douglas-Watson (Year 7)
The Aquinas girls netball team took the court by storm today (Sept. 7), maintaining their winning streak with a nine-point victory over St Ignatius of Auckland. AC is undefeated in three games so far.
Coach Karla Sweeney said it was a great game for Aquinas, with strong teamwork. Every single player took to the court and contributed to the 23-14 win.
The girls beat Piopio College 30-5 this morning, and Whitby Collegiate 16-6 yesterday.
With two more games coming up tomorrow (Sept. 8), let’s keep up the support and hope they stay undefeated!
Football Girls Start Strong — By Reporter Alex Maisey (Year 7)
In a confident start to their AIMS campaign, the AC football girls held on to score a 1-all draw this morning in their first game of the tournament.
AC got an early goal, but St Dominic’s scored an equaliser in the last 10 minutes of the game. Summer Champness said St Dominic’s played “intensely, were fast and strong… but we attacked back.”
This afternoon, the team faced a strong St Kentigern College side and lost 7-1. Our girls play again tomorrow at 12:40 pm.
Exciting Comeback at Rip Rugby — By Reporter Tom Docker (Year 7)
The Aquinas Rip Rugby team has had a challenging but exciting start to AIMS Games. After a loss this morning, AC bounced back in its second match with two last-minute tries to draw 5-all against Piopio.
AC team members said excellent teamwork and player support helped them pull off the draw.
If they continue improving and playing with the same determination and teamwork, they could have some exciting games ahead of them. Go team!
