Wellesley PE and Sport

Dear Parents

We have had a number of trials over the past couple of weeks to select the 1^st , 2^nd  and 3^rd XI cricket teams.  In order to finalise the 1^st and 2^nd XI teams we are holding a trial match at school on Tuesday 28^th February from 12.40 until 4.10pm.  The following boys will be involved in this fixture, so they will need to find alternative means of transport home after the match.  There is a ferry at 4.15pm or parents may like to organise car-pooling.

Boys trial in their Wellesley Sports/PE gear and wear school tracksuits home.

• TIM CAMPBELL                                     
• CONOR McARDLE                
• ISAAC BECROFT                                    
• ZAC JONES                                            
• TOM VALENTINE                                  
• JOSH McARDLE                    
• JACOB MASSEURS                                
• CAMPBELL CLARKE                 
• CHARLIE PORTEOUS                            
• CONOR JACOBS                   
• GUS ASHTON                                        
• JAKE HALSTEAD
• BEN STROWGER-TURNOCK                               
• TOM McKENZIE                   
• THOMAS WATKINS                              
• TOM McKEOGH   
• JONNY JOYCE                                        
• JOSH SCOTT                          
• BECK McDONALD                                
• TOM TURNER                                       
• HARRY HUNTER                                    
• CIARAN SIM                          
• LUKE FULLER                                         
• CONOR BUTLER
• OLLY PAOTONU
• HARRISON BOYLE      

Regards,

Steve Girvan

Year 4 Rippa Rugby Tournament – Fraser Park 21/02/12

The threatening showers held off and the day warmed up to make for perfect conditions for playing rippa. Wellesley was in Pool 1 and the boys were to play ten minute games against four other schools. After settling into an area of a tree lined part of Fraser Park the boys did some quick drills before their first two games. A short break between these games meant that the momentum was kept up and both were won with Wellesley scoring five tries in each game. There was a long lunch break which meant that the boys could refuel and rest before their last two games.

These games also had a quick turn around and the boys rose to the challenge. A brief reminder about working the line and the boys were on for game three. A seven try win meant that we were in a good position. We knew that our last game would be our toughest as Randwick had some very fast runners but they had also won all their games. Although this was the warmest part of the day and they were the toughest opposition, the great teamwork that had developed amongst this team came to the fore again. Managing to win turnovers through 6 rips, Wellesley held on for a 3-2 win.

This team showed great teamwork and this often set up boys to make a run for the try line. They ripped well and achieved turnovers which they capitalised on to score tries. Their behaviour both on and off the field was fantastic. All took their turn to be on the sideline well and they were humble in their success. The parents who drove the boys to the tournament and supported the team there made the day run smoothly.

Prize giving was short and to the point. Archie went up to accept a rugby ball from Tongan international Inoke Afeaki and we were on our way. My thanks to the boys and parents for such a wonderful day. The win topped it off but the atmosphere was what made this special for me. Well done boys.

Janice Meo

20.02.12

Parents / Guardians,

The Rippa Rugby Tournament transport details are below.  The names in bold refer to the parents who are providing transport.   The boys will either come to school as normal and meet on the steps outside the hall at 9am or go directly to Fraser Park by 9.30am. 

Wellesley has scheduled games at 10.30am, 11.00am, 12.15pm and 12.45pm.  Presentations are at 1.15pm which means there should be an earlier finishing time of approximately 1.45pm.  The boys not coming to school after the tournament will arrive home earlier than normal.  If no one will be at home to receive them please let me know and I’ll ask Janice to bring him/them back to Wellesley for normal school transport.  

Equipment required:         

• Mouth guard (optional)                                                    
• Ankle sports socks
• Black shorts                                                                        
• Wellesley PE/sports shirt
• Sports shoes (boots optional)                                         
• Drink bottle
• Wellesley hat                                                                      
•  Sunscreen
• Lunch                                                                                    
• Clothing to put over the top

Note: Boys don’t require uniform. 

If the below details don’t suit or are incorrect please email me so I can make the required changes.

Janice Meo will be looking after the team on the day.  Listen to Newstalk ZB (1035AM) and/or ring the school cancellation line (x810) if the weather is uncertain.  I can be reached on my cell phone (******) if there are any problems in the morning.

Regards,

Darren Houston

Transport before tournament:  

# Straight to Fraser Park at 9.30am        

* Leaving Wellesley at 9am

Transport after tournament:     

^ Straight to suburb (not back to Wellesley) at 1.45pm 

+ Returning to Wellesley at 1.45pm

Hutt Valley and Wellington Triathlon Clubs are providing Youth Squads (for children Year 7-10) for any budding Triathletes.

There are two squads (Wellington Based Tuesday 5.30-6.30pm and Hutt Based Wednesday 4.00-5.00pm). It’d be great to see some of your students there. For further details check out our website http://www.wgtntriathlon.org.nz  Or if you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact Kath Tate (Wgtn)  kathtate@hotmail.com and Sarah Coates (HV)  sarahcoales@gmail.com

YEAR 4 RIPPA RUGBY

13.02.12

Parents / Caregivers,

Your son has been included in the Year 4 team entered in a Rugby ‘Rippa’ ten-a-side tournament on Tuesday 21^st February at FRASER PARK IN LOWER HUTT.  It’s run by theWellington Rugby Union and it is played over the majority of the day.   The tournament normally consists of a series of round-robin games but the format may change to include some form of finals.

We will need help with transport and managing the team on the day.  Please fill in the slip below and return it by Wednesday whether you can or cannot help.  If I get enough parent help I may be able to organise it so the boys don’t have to come to school.  I will send the confirmed transport details home on Monday 20^th February.

Venue: FRASER PARK, LOWER HUTT

Reporting time: 9.45am (in the main grandstand)

Finishing time: 2.30pm (approx.)

Postponement Date: Wednesday 22^nd February

Cancellations/Postponements: Newstalk ZB (1035AM) and the Wellesley Cancellation line (extension 810).

Equipment required:         

• Mouth guard (optional)
• Ankle sports socks
• Black PE shorts
• Wellesley PE shirt
• Sports shoes and boots (optional)
• Drink bottle
• Wellesley hat
• Sunscreen
• Lunch
• Warm clothing to put over the top

Regards,

Darren Houston

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RETURN BY WEDNESDAY 15^th FEBRUARY

Son’s Name: ____________________________                    Class:                                        Suburb:                                              

Yes, I am able to help with transport to FRASER PARK

Yes, I am able to help with transport from FRASER PARK  after the tournament.

Yes, I am able to manage the team on the day.

The above information applies to:

Both days                                                              Tuesday only                                                        Wednesday only

                 (Tick the appropriate boxes)

Any medical conditions:                                                                    Medication required:                                                                                                                        

Yes, I have seatbelts for                     boys and my car has a current warrant of fitness and is registered.

Parent’s name:                                                                                                     Signed:                                                                  

YEAR 4 – 6 TENNIS COACHING

Mark Flannery is a professional tennis coach who is offering tennis coaching at Wellesley starting the week of 13^th February and finishing on the 23^rd March. 

Mark will coach approximately 8-10 boys over 6 half hour sessions during school lunch times and possibly the first period after lunch.  There is a cost of $40.00 which has not increased for several years. Your son will be informed of the time of his session but is expected to have his tennis racquet at school on the correct day.

If you would like your son to be involved in this coaching, please complete and enclose the following form and include the $40.00 in an envelope. Please return to Mr Houston by Wednesday 8^th February.  As the numbers per session are limited, places will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

…………………………………………………………………………………………….

Name………………………………………….Age.……..Class………………….

Home Phone Number……………………………..     (Tick one ) Beginner……………

                                                                                                         Some experience……

                                                                                                         Competent…………

Please enclose $40.00 (Either cash or cheque).

Cheques to be made payable to Mark Flannery

Tuesday 7 February

• Trials for 7N at 12.40pm

Friday 3 February

• Trials for 8B and 8T from 1.00pm

Thursday 2 February

• Trials for 7M and 7D boys who have indicated they want to trial.
• 12.40-3.00pm
• Cricket gear is optional as there is school gear available.

The other boys trialling will be notified.  All boys require their Wellesley Sports/PE gear.

Year 4

Toby Cook

• 1st Discus

George Buist

• 3rd Discus

Year 5

William O’Connor

• 2nd Long Jump
• 1st Sprints
• 2nd High Jump

Year 6

Harry Cook

• 2nd Discus
• 2nd Shot Put

Rob Dickson

• 3rd Long Jump

Zac Jones, Rob Dickson, Isaac Becroft and Harry Hunter

• 1st in relay

The overall results were as follows:

Wellington was the winning house followed by Selwyn and Marlborough

The individual results are as follows: •

• Year 4 – 1st Ruaridh Ferguson, 2nd Oliver Hall, 3rd = Toby Cook and Tyler Hornsby •
• Year 5 – 1st William O’Connor, 2nd Chris Bramley, 3rd Nick Cooke •
• Year 6 – 1st Rob Dickson, 2nd Harry Cook, 3rd Tim Campbell •
• Year 7/8 – 1st Jack Barlow, 2nd Jules Harrey, 3rd = Thomas Bramley, Oliver Paotonu and Charlie Waddy

Inter-Zone Athletics Confirmation at Naenae Park

POSTPONEMENT DATE: THURSDAY

29.11.11

Dear Parents/Caregivers,

Thank you for all your offers of transport for this event.  Listed below are the transport details for the postponement date on Thursday.  Please let me know if you have any questions or the arrangements no longer suit.  There have been some changes due to the Year 5 and 6 class outings.

Please communicate with the parent involved in your son’s transport if he is not going to or from Wellesley.  I will organise the boys leaving Wellesley in the morning and make sure boys leave the park with the correct person.  Please ensure the boys not returning to school are dropped to an adult, as they will be arriving home earlier than normal.

The parents are asked to help supervise the Wellesley boys who don’t have a parent present.  I will be there at different times throughout the day.

• Date: Thursday 1^st December
• Time: It is important that the relay team meet at 9.15amand the rest are there 15 minutes before their events.
• Where: Naenae Park
• Cancellations: Listen to Newstalk ZB (1035AM) just after 7.30am or ring the school cancellation line (x810)
• Transport: See on the back for arrangements
• Requirements:

Ä  PE gear

Ä  Warm clothing / tracksuit

Ä  Morning tea and a packed lunch – including a drink.

Ä  Wellesley hat

Ä  Sunscreen

Ä  Sports shoes (spikes are permitted for events)

Ä  Sports socks (ankle)

Thanks once again for all your continuing support,

Darren Houston.

Transport Arrangements to Naenae Park

Transport Arrangements at the Conclusion