Kia ora, School. Please be seated. 

I’d like to invite Jack Blyth to deliver today’s reading 

Today’s reading comes from Joshua, Chapter 1, Verse 7 

Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. 

This is the word of the Lord (Thanks be to God) 

Rectors speaks  

Thank you, Jack. Today is a Sports Colours Assembly to recognise those students who have excelled in their winter codes. Achieving colours at Lindisfarne College is a great honour, and it acknowledges the huge commitment that these young men have made to their sports. 

Colours not only recognises high achievement in each code. Certainly, each of the young men being presented with their Colours today is an elite athlete, but part of the requirement is that the student has also excelled in other areas. In training, by turning up on time, every time. He must also demonstrate a positive attitude towards practice and play. 

I’ve enjoyed watching lots of you play your sports this year. We are not the largest school in the region, but we box well above our weight and achieve excellent results every year. So well done to all of you, whether you are receiving colours today or not. Many of those boys receiving colours would acknowledge that their individual success has been enhanced by the tough competition and support provided by their team mates.  

It's also a chance to thank our coaches at the end of the winter season for the massive commitment they have made to you all. It’s one of the hallmarks of Lindisfarne College that all teachers take a sports team and I know you all appreciate the many hours that they have given to supporting you in your sports this year. And of course Mr Peterson and Miss Akeripa also spend countless hours organising and administering sport each and every day, so we must feel grateful to all our staff, for all they give in the sporting cornerstone. Please put your hands together for our staff. 

Whilst sports colours is our main Assembly item today, I’m delighted to begin by acknowledging outstanding achievement in our Academic Cornerstone for 6 young men.  

Many of our Year 12 & 13 students are starting to really wind up now for this year’s NZ Scholarship exams. These are NZ’s most challenging exams for secondary school students, beyond NCEA Level 3, and today I wish to present NZ Scholarship badges to the Yr 13 students who passed Scholarship exams as Yr 12s last year.  

Could the following boys please come forward: 

Academic Awards for NZ Scholarship 

Tom Van der Gulik - Scholarship in Economics 

Karanvir Sohal - Scholarship in Accounting  

Leo Guo - Scholarships in Chemistry and Accounting  

William Duncan - Scholarships in English, Biology and Statistics 

Antoni Milewski - Scholarships in Chemistry, Physics and Statistics 

Rector speaks: 

Well done boys. I’ll now ask Mr Petersen to present this week’s sports report. 

Sports Report
from Mr Petersen 

SHOOTING
In the shoot in Woodville on Sunday and we had 16 boys compete.  The competition started well with Nathan Campbell shooting 24/25 skeet to shoot off with Hayden Lourie from Palmerston Boy's and taking the title. 

Single Rise saw Jonty Bothamley & Owen Read shoot 20/20,  

Points Score saw Jonty shoot the only ''possible '' 60/60,  

Single Barrel saw Theo Dymock shoot the only ''possible'' 20/20.  

In the overall results for the series Will Lowry took third in the Skeet with 88/100, Jonty Bothamley second in Single Rise on 115/120 & Nathan Campbell second in Points Score on 335/ 400. In the team’s event the ''A'' squad finished second to Napier Boy's. 

Good luck to the boys going to Nationals during the school holidays. 

FOOTBALL

Congratulations to the 1st Xl Football team in winning the local secondary schools football competition in 2023. This is only the second tie in the schools history that this team has won the competition. The last time occurred in 2010. The team won 9 out of 10 games and most importantly beat Napier Boys High School in the first round 3-1. The team has scored 65 goals with only 7 against, best stats in the league. Would Julian Schmith, captain of the 1st Xl, please come forward to collect the Premiere 1st Xl.  

Football Trophy followed by Archie Absolom, Ethan Bernard, Tom Cassidy, George Clarke, Alex Davies, Will Foster, Ben Graney, Harry Huxford, Francis Kirkland, Tom Speers, Rene O’Sullivan, Julian Schmith, Hugo Till, Charlie Wenley, Sid Yank) 

AIMS GAMES
We had 5 intermediate students compete at the annual AIMS Games Competition in Tauranga during week 8.  The AIMS Games gives 11, 12 & 13 year olds an opportunity to compete as an Individual or a team against their age in NZ & invite countries in 25 codes. It is one of Australasia’s largest junior sporting events. We had entries in Mountain Biking, Sailing and Swimming and all boys competed well. 

CANOE POLO
Our Canoe Polo team played in their D grade final last Thursday, the team had beaten Napier Boys High School team during the season so knew the game could go either way. Our team put up some shots but the ball deflected off the goal and dint go in but the boys kept applying pressure.  Unfortunately, Napier took the win, and we placed second. After the game the boys were commended by the Napier Coach on how well they represented our college, their parents and themselves during the term.  Always being polite and playing the game within the rules and with excellent sportsmanship.  This is fantastic to hear. 

(Can Charlie Pike, Ollie Telford, Xavier Fitness, and Cameron Huckle come up to receive your certificate) 

WINTER TOURNAMENT WEEK
Congratulations to the 1st Xl football team for finishing 14th at the Nationals held 3 weeks ago. In finishing 14th in the country, they had some huge results with wins over Scots College, HIBS and 2 significant draws with MAGS and St Bedes. An amazing effort backing up their winning of the local league. Harry Huxford was also named MVP of this tournament, what a huge achievement.  Well done, Harry. 

(Harry please come up to be presented your MVP Certificate from Nationals) 

In Hockey, congratulations to the 1st Xl hockey team with their 25th finish in the country keeping them at the prestigious tournament again in 2024. They had some excellent wins at Nationals with wins over (can you put in their wins or draws) 

DUKE OF ED

Congratulations to Joesph Morison and Archie Park for completing their Bronze Award and to Chris Proctor and Theo King for completing their Silver Awards.   

Bronze is the first level and takes a minimum of 3months to complete, the Silver is the second level of the award and takes a minimum of 6 months to complete. 

A reminder if anyone 14 years old and over is interested in starting Duke of Ed you can see Ms Akeripa.  This is a fantastic program to achieve and have on your CV. 

(Can Joseph, Archie, Chris and Theo come up to receive their certificate and badge) 

Rectors speaks   

Thank you Mr Petersen and congratulations to all those boys. 

Please join me in singing the school song, Shine Jesus Shine.  

Rector speaks 

Thank you, please be seated.  

Mr Petersen will now announce the winter sports colours for 2023. 

Mr Petersen reads. 

2023 Sport Winter Colours 

CHESS 

NAME: William Duncan  Placed 2nd in the A grade of the Hawke's Bay Open Chess Tournament. He was the winner of the Schools Chess Sarapu Cup tournament. Placed 2nd in the Hawke’s Bay Secondary Schools Chess Tournament 3rd in the Hawke's Bay Chess Club Summer Rapid 
 

FOOTBALL 

NAME: Tom Cassidy  Tom has been crucial to the overall performance of the team. Calmness in the middle of the park supporting Harry Huxford has meant on many occasions the team has performed above expectations. He has shown a lot of courage in playing with injuries and still performing at a high level. Tom is a National Youth footballer for HB playing in the national youth league. 

NAME: Alex Davies  Alex is an outstanding footballer able to play a number of positions. His greatest asset is his ability in front of goal with his strength on his feet and accuracy of shot. Alex gives you 100% regardless of the situation in the game. He has been crucial to the overall success of this team.  

NAME: Ben Graney  Ben is an outstanding goalkeeper, the best in the schoolboy competition. He is also in the Men’s Central League Football team for Napier City Rovers, one of the most famous clubs in the country. Ben is crucial to the teams overall success. He is  a great shot stopper a well as ability to distribute from the back. Ben is a National Youth footballer for HB playing in the national youth league. 

NAME: Harry Huxford  Harry is a NZ U 17 rep player who also won the Oceania Football nations Cup. He is also a member of the Men’s Napier City Rovers Central League team as well as representing every HB age group. Harry has played more than 80 games for the school while being a year 12 pupil. Harry has outstanding ball skills and controls the game from Central midfield.  

NAME: Rene O’Sullivan  Rene is a highly skilful player who is able to mesmerize the opposition. His ability to turn players inside out and still get the ball across to his forwards makes him a critical part of team’s plan. He has provided the highest number of assists throughout the season. 

NAME: Julian Schmith  Julian is the captain of the 1st Xl football team. He has led them well all year and is highly respected by his team mates and opposition. Julian is only the 2nd 1st Xl football captain to hold the Hawke’s Bay Secondary Schools Football Cup. 

NAME: Tom Speers  Tom is a talented footballer and has also played more than 80 games for the school 1st Xl while only being in year 12. In the current team he is the top goal scorer and is quickly closing in on the overall top goal scorer in the school’s history. He is also a member of the Men’s Federation team as well as representing every HB age group. Tom is a National Youth footballer for HB playing in the national youth league. 

HOCKEY 

NAME: Jack Blyth Jack is a HB Rep. He has played 67 games for the College. He reads the game well has a strong set of skills.  He is developing the speed of his decision making to counter the speed of play and this coupled with his sharper execution has made him a formidable player.  Jack works hard at trainings showing a high level of intensity and commitment. 

NAME: Gordy Chatfield Gordy is a HB Rep and has played 54 games for the College. He is a strong defended who works hard to wear down the opposition. Gordy always made an impact when he was on the field, he did his job to a high standard making it easier for his teammates around him to focus on their jobs.  

NAME: Herbie Coates (ABSENT) Herbie has played 45 matches for the College. He has developed as a hockey player with determination, a high work rate and a commitment that has added to the teams success this year. Herbie is a strong attacking player and has played a crucial role as a striker for the team this season both during set pieces and in open play.   

NAME: Callum O’Keeffe Callum’s level of play and ability are a credit to his dedication and commitment to Hockey. He is a current HB Rep and has played 119 games for the College. Callum’s leadership not only on the field but also off the field has been exemplary.  As Captain he has led the way at trainings showing a high level of intensity and commitment and leads by example.  

NAME: Selby Jowsey  Selby is a HB Rep and has played 31 games for the College. He is a strong keeper who has agile reflexes and very good coordination. He reads the game very well and is able to guide the defence effectively. He possesses quick reactions that make him very hard to score against.  

NAME: Jett Varcoe Jett is a HB Rep and has played 51 matches for the College. He is an outstanding player with determination, work rate and totally committed to the team. Jett has a superb will to win and gives each game his total dedicated best.  A skilled player coupled with his speed, determination and commitment; Jett has been a central figure in the team this season.  

SOFTBALL  

NAME: Noah Rogers  Noah is an outstanding sportsman across many sports and this is highlighted in his selection to the NZ Under 16 Softball Team competing in Australia. While gaining selection for this team Noah has also played a number of high-level sports for the school in both summer and winter codes. 

RUGBY 

NAME: Tom Baines Tom had an outstanding year, his toughness and determination along with his vision resulted in some high-quality performances, a great threat with ball in hand and very smart defender.  

NAME: Perez Malo Arriving at Lindisfarne College this year Perez found his mark and quickly become one of our key player. He earned his place in the team but was unfortunate with an injury. Perez has yet more to offer to the team.  

NAME: George Mowat Our Captain spent much of the season at 10 but played the last few games at 15. Chip is a great team man and always put his body on the line. George has some memorable moment though out the season, especially against Francis Douglas.  

NAME: Tori Randell  Tori has grown so much in his game. From a halfback in the 3rd XV two years ago, to a starting 7 this year he has led the team with well and brought great energy on the field to his team mates around him. 

NAME: Sam Rasmussen Lots of learning this year and a big challenge for Sam. He put his hand up for the 1st XV and grabbed the opportunity with both hands. Leaving everything on the field he was often breaking the line through the ruck with the inside ball from Tom Baines. He gave us the go forward all the time and was an awesome team mate off the Field.  

NAME: Jonty Roil  After a year on injury, Jonty showed his entire commitment to the team last year. He was present at every trainings, every game and did all that was require to get back on the field. He came back this year with high expectations and great leadership.  

NAME: Will Turner (ABSENT) Will has an excellent work rate and is quick to learn. From U15 last year to 1st XV there was a big challenge to undertake. Will has owned that challenge and made himself the starting Lock. He played every single minute this season and has so much more to offer still as an experienced senior this year.  

Rector speaks 

Thank you Mr Petersen and congratulations to our Sports Colours recipients.  

End of term wrap-up. 
 

• Today we farewell Mrs Kennedy – Nurse Manager 

• Final day today after 9 years 

• Returning to Canada to be with family 

• She’s looked after us all so well in her time with us, whether that be with sickness, injuries or by lifting us up with her kind and caring words when we have been down. She has been an exceptional nurse and nurse manager to us all, a counsellor at times, a wonderful friend and colleague to the staff and we call her our boys’ second mum 

• I invited her here today so that we could say farewell.  

• Mrs Kennedy had a formal farewell yesterday in the hostel and then today at morning tea from all the staff. 

• Mrs Kennedy we thank you for all you’ve done for us. We’ll miss you, but we do wish you and your husband Mark all the very best on your return to Canada. 

• Applause 

Wish you all a safe and happy holiday.  

Rest 

Fun 

Work 

Study 

Thank you for the positive term and we’ll see you Day 1 next term. Only 15 days to go for seniors.  

Special time for our Yr 13s – events and celebrations. 

Have a great holiday and stay well everyone. 

I’ll now invite Reverend Dunnett to close our assembly in prayer. 

Article added: Friday 22 September 2023