Last Thursday, St Catherine’s girls showcased their determination at the Armadale District Cross Country Carnival. Our blue ribbons girls from Year 3 to Year 6, took to the track with grace and stamina, racing in the 2km or 3km events. 

It was a day full of grit and perseverance, with each participant displaying sportsmanship and resilience.  

Congratulations to the following exceptional girls who secured spots in the top eight competitor tally, earning themselves a well-deserved ticket to the Division Cross Country Carnival scheduled for Tuesday 28 May:  

• Ingrid Tan 
• Yi Wing Kayley Lam 
• Missoni (Missy) Byrne 
• Imogen Brownjohn 
• Gemma Jurcevic 

The girls’ dedication and commitment has not only brought glory to our School but inspired us all to always try our best! 

While the battle for the overall trophy was fierce, with Lauriston narrowly clinching the top spot, St Catherine’s showed remarkable performances, securing a well-deserved second place overall. This achievement speaks volumes about the strong spirit and unwavering determination of our girls. 

St Catherine’s strength and depth were once again on full display as we proudly claimed the Population Trophy. This win is testament to our ability to punch above our weight against larger-population schools. This triumph is a result of the collective effort and unwavering commitment from each and every member of our Cross Country Team. 

Congratulations to all the girls who participated in this event.  

House Athletics   

Our Junior School Athletics Carnival was a day filled with boundless excitement and spirited competition on Tuesday 7 May. From the cheers of the crowd to the thundering footsteps on the track, the day was a testament to the joy of sportsmanship and camaraderie.  

With our Year 3s joining in for the first time, the atmosphere was electric with enthusiasm and encouragement. Led by our Year 6s, who served as exceptional role models, our young athletes embraced the spirit of teamwork and support, making every race and event a celebration of participation and effort.  

Highlights of the day included the thrilling Junior Flyer Race, showcasing the speed and agility of our Years 3 and 4 athletes, and the Blue Ribbon Race, where the fastest Years 5 and 6 students left spectators in awe with their determination and skill.  

Junior Flyer (Years 3&4) Results 

1. Jemima Grinsell (Davis) – 17.17s 
2. Annabelle (Annie) Venter (Holmes Kilbride)  
3. Weijie (Jenny) He (Davis)  
4. Ping Hui Li (Beaulieu Blair)  
5. Matea Bjazevic (Beaulieu Blair) 
6. YuMeng (Charlotte) Gan (Langley Templeton) 
7. Yi Wing Kayley Lam (Davis) 
8. Emma Li (Holmes Kilbride) 
9. Charlotte Yu (Davis) 

Blue Ribbon Race (Years 5&6) Results 

1. Imogen Brownjohn (Davis) – 14.14 
2. Ivy Zu (Davis) 
3. Lola Parker (Beaulieu Blair) 
4. Abigail Chan (Beaulieu Blair) 
5. Missoni  (Missy) Byrne (Holmes Kilbride) 
6. Sienna Yu (Beaulieu Blair) 
7. Soraya Leos (Beaulieu Blair) 
8. Sienna Xu (Beaulieu Blair) 
9. Samara Grinsell (Davis) 

Amidst the excitement, one team shone brightly as the overall winner of the day – Beaulieu Blair. Their outstanding performances, from each and every member of their House, proved to be too strong for the other Houses on this stage.  

Congratulations to all students for their dedication and effort to represent their Houses.