Thomas Hassall is becoming known as a College that loves AFL. We love watching it, we love playing, we love the hard work that goes into our training and on game day, and we love the thrill when we win.
The change of venue from Wollondilly Anglican College to Eschol Park Sporting Complex was a big improvement. This allowed for larger fields to be set up than at the previous venue. It allowed the competition to be increased from a 9-a-side competition to 12-a-side on the field. The change allowed a greater playing time and a harder competition.
Both our senior girls and senior boys had a great day, and both made it to the grand final. The boys team for the first time in a long while came out as champions. They defeated BAC in the final, in a tough but well deserved victory. Our senior girls were robbed in the last few minutes after conceding a goal. However, both teams left nothing on the field as they made marks, kicked goals and tackled opposing players.
Despite the few injuries on the day, our students showed excellent athleticism and teamwork.
Thank you to Mr Palmer, Miss Close and Mrs Howard who helped select and coach the team.
Our AFL season is not over with MISA and the AFL Mcdonalds Cup later in the term. We wish all our upcoming AFL teams good luck. Hit the ground hard and help each other up. Make those marks stick and pick up every crumb.