Swimming Carnival 2025
A Splash of House Spirit and Competition
The 2025 Swimming Carnival was a day filled with excitement, fierce competition, and an incredible display of house spirit. The atmosphere was electric as students, teachers, and parents gathered to support their respective houses: Theresian, Xaverian, and Marian.
House Spirit and Support
From the moment the carnival began, it was clear that house spirit was at an all-time high. Each house proudly displayed their colours and banners, cheering loudly for their swimmers. The sense of camaraderie and support was palpable, with students encouraging their teammates and celebrating every achievement, big or small. The dedication and enthusiasm of the supporters played a crucial role in motivating the swimmers to give their best performances.
Competition Highlights
The competition was intense, with each house striving to outdo the others in various swimming events. The races were closely contested, showcasing the talent and determination of the swimmers. The relay race, in particular, was a highlight of the day.
Performance of the Houses
- Theresian House: Theresian House demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the carnival. Their swimmers consistently placed in the top three in multiple events, earning valuable points for their house.
- Xaverian House: Xaverian House brought their A-game to the carnival, with several swimmers breaking personal and school records. Sam Anderson and Tahli Allwood were standout performers for their house, breaking longstanding school records. The house's spirit was infectious, with chants and cheers echoing across the pool – earning Xaverian top points for House Spirit.
- Marian House: Marian House showed incredible resilience and sportsmanship. Despite facing tough competition, their swimmers gave it their all and never lost their fighting heart. Bray Kenafake’s performances in the pool, were particularly noteworthy – breaking 2 school records - he shows great promise for the future.
The 2025 Swimming Carnival was a resounding success, thanks to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved and in particular to our P-6 Sports Coordinator, Ms Meg Lyons. Congratulations to all the swimmers and supporters for making this event a splash hit!
Note: Years 5 - 12 Swimming Carnival Awards will be presented on Thursday 18th February at 8:25am in the P & F Multipurpose Shed. Parents of the awardees will be notified.
