Younger students enjoyed the activities at the swimming carnival. Photos: Mathoura PS.
It was an incredible day for Mathoura Public School students as they participated in the annual swimming carnival at the Mathoura Pool on Friday, February 21.
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The sun was shining and spirits were high as students lined up nervously for their first events.
Senior Girls Runner Up Millie Camplin with Age Champion Bindi Taylor.
The sound of the starter echoed throughout the town as students dived into the water, determined to reach the end first.
Our sub-junior students enjoyed a day filled with fun, arriving at the pool in Hawaiian-themed outfits.
Senior Boys Age Champion Thomas Ireland with Runner-Up Karter Dunn.
They showcased their dance moves before taking part in various novelty events and races across the pool.
Many of the younger students demonstrated their swimming skills, with 6 and 7-year-olds completing a full lap of the 25m pool.
11 Year Boys Runner Up Lynton Godfrey with Age Champion George Humphreys.
The smiles and laughter were a testament to the excitement and entertainment enjoyed by all.
Sportsmanship was a key theme of the day, and MPS students truly rose to the occasion.
11 Year Girls Age Champion Sophie Eddy.
It was heartening to see so many students supporting and cheering for one another throughout the events.
A special award was presented to Blake Harris, who received a 'Certificate of Sportsmanship' for being an exemplary role model to his peers.
Runner-ups Tristan Hadjialexiou and Max Humphreys with Junior Age Boy Champion Kohen McIntosh.
The presence of a large crowd of cheering parents and grandparents added to the excitement as they supported their children during the events.
In the end, Moira House emerged victorious, accumulating a total of 187 points, while Gulpa House followed closely behind with 158 points.
Junior Girls Age Champion Zaria Wilson-Baker with Runner Up Zali Vesty.
A huge congratulations to our 2025 Age Champions:
Junior Girl Champion - Zaria Wilson-Baker
Runner-up - Zali Vesty
Junior Boy Champion – Kohen McIntosh
Runner-ups - Tristan Hadjialexiou and Max Humphreys
11 Years Girl Champion – Sophie Eddy
11 Years Boy Champion – George Humphreys
Runner-up - Lynton Godfrey
Senior Girl Champion – Bindi Taylor
Runner-up - Millie Camplin
Senior Boy Champion – Thomas Ireland
Runner-up - Karter Dunn
Congratulations to Bindi Taylor, Sophie Eddy, Max Humphreys, Zaria Wilson-Baker and Chase Sarota who have each qualified to compete in the Deniliquin PSSA Swimming Carnival to be held in Hay on Friday, February 28.
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