Open A Badminton

Pembroke School 396pts defeated CBC 285pts

Kicking off the first match of the season, started off a bit rocky for the boys as this was their first match of the year, despite having to forfeit two matches, the boys fought very well, Michael and Levi leading the way with straight wins in both singles and doubles, whilst the other boys put up an incredible fight against Pembroke High. all of which show incredible potential on the court and are always seeking improvement; as a coach, I believe all players will grow exponentially in due time. looking forward to training, coaching and guiding these boys into better players!!  All in all a super solid start to the season despite starting off with a loss.

Best Player: Michael C

Mr Hao Nguyen
Coach

Middle A Badminton

Pembroke School 8 games defeated CBC 5 games

In the first match of the Term 1 season, CBC ventured to Magill to play Pembroke. CBC had a very inexperienced team, with all boys playing their first game in the A-grade competition. Unfortunately, CBC were unable to win, but they performed admirably, with some very encouraging performances. The doubles were played first, and after 4 games, the scores were tied 2-all, with CBC having a slender one-set lead.

Congratulations to Sebastian and Wil and Jo and Arin for winning their games in straight sets. Special mention to Liam and Annicet, who won the first set in their game but unfortunately lost the next two sets. The singles were played next and unfortunately, CBC were comfortably beaten 6 games to 3. Once again, Sebastian played exceptionally well, winning his game in straight sets. Wil also played very well to draw his game 1 all. Even though CBC were defeated, there were promising signs from our players and if we are prepared to work hard at training, our results should improve. Congratulations to all players, for the manner in which you competed and represented CBC.

Best Players: Sebastian D, Will K, Jo V, Annicet A

Mr Peter Tippins
Coach

Year 7/8 Cricket

Mercedes College 3/156 defeated CBC 7/50

The Year 7/8s, in their first game together as a team, came up against a talented Mercedes line-up.  After winning the toss and deciding to bowl we struggled to find an early wicket before a direct hit run out by Harrison Lee and a wicket to our Captain for the game, Sam Knuplez, saw CBC reign back in the run-rate.  Chasing 156 was always a big task, and after an early wicket, Alex Loechel and Noah Ho put together a solid partnership that frustrated the opposition.  Unfortunately, as the run rate rose, we were unable to keep up, and steady wickets fell. 

Best Players: Alex L, Noah H

Mr Cameron Alexander, Mr Jackson R and Mr Will H
Coaches

Drive A Tennis

Marryatville High School 7 defeated CBC 2

Players demonstrated positive demeanour and mindsets but struggled to bring their application to full potential. The higher-ranked opponents seemed well out of our league, whilst the middle and lower opponents ranked more closely. Some great play from Jake and Oliver who were able to secure wins in their singles.

Best Player: Oliver W

Mr Nick Corso
Coach

Drive B Tennis

Marryatville High School 8 defeated CBC 1

Although skill levels seemed relatively well-matched apart from the first ranked, many of our players struggled to pull their mental games together, allowing their play to suffer. However, there were some moments of persistence. John Downes and Oscar Bellafemine did well in winning their doubles match.

Best Player: Jon L

Mr Jaycob Navarro
Coach

Senior B Tennis

CBC 9 defeated Nazareth College Nil

It was an early morning for the boys heading west to Nazareth. The boys played extremely well, providing a clean sweep of all plates, Josh, Aidan H, Geon Sanam and Aidan C winning all their matches. Much credit to the boys for their hard work that was displayed on the court today!

Best Players: Josh, Aidan H, Geon, Sze-Yong, Sonam, Aidan C

Mr Sam Cullum
Coach

Middle A Tennis

Marryatville High School 8 defeated CBC Nil

Sadly, we had boys not available or injured, so we only had four boys for a six-boy Middle A team.

Marryatville High is a tennis-focus school, so they had large numbers of students to field strong, experienced players. I was impressed with Owen, Tristan, Ben and Hanson – all from my Middle A team last year – who kept a positive mind set against a very strong and experienced opposition.

Owen kindly played 2 singles and had an impressive 4-6 singles result against a powerful, tactical player.

Best Player: Owen

Ms Libby Sims
Coach

Middle B Tennis

Marryatville High School 7 defeated CBC 2

Unfortunately, we had Middle boys injured or not available for our first match for the term against Marryatville High; a tennis-focus school. We had five players for a six-boy team. Marryatville had 10 players, so they kindly offered a boy to play the 2nd double with Aiden to record our only win in the doubles 6-4. Jacob, Mitchell and Aiden are Year 7 boys who kindly filled in with short notice and I was impressed with their determination and excellent sportsmanship with tough opposition.

James and Pranav (Year 8s) tried very hard with stronger and more experienced opposition.

Aiden (Year 7) demonstrated steady, tactical singles tennis to record our only singles win. Well done.

Best Players: Jacob, Mitchell, Aiden

Ms Libby Sims
Coach

Year 7B Purple Tennis

CBC 9 defeated Pedare Christian College Nil

It was quite a late start on the rooftop courts as Pedare students arrived 30 minutes after start time and with only four players instead of six.  Our six boys were very patient with some playing both doubles and singles against Pedare and some internal matches. I was impressed with the determination and focus of the entire team as it was the first tennis match for all six boys for CBC. It was an excellent start to Term 1 of Year 7 Purple Tennis, with Pedare taking just 1 game for the entire afternoon.

Well done boys.

Best Players: Adam, Andy, Thomas, Aiden, Mitchell, Christian

Ms Claire Visser
Coach

Year 7B White Tennis

St Paul’s College 6 defeated CBC 3

On Friday 7 February, our Year 7 White Tennis boys came up against a very strong St Paul's team. Unfortunately, we were a player short on the day due to illness, meaning we forfeited 2 sets (one singles and one doubles match). Our boys gave their best, with Sulayman Ahmed and Krish Nalavadi winning their doubles match.  We lost the other doubles match. In terms of the singles matches, we played 5, won 2 and lost 3. A good day out was had by all.

Best Player: Nicholas C

Mr Deon Visser
Coach

Open A Volleyball

Glenunga International High School 2 defeated CBC 1

It was a good first start for the season; the boys showed some incredible gameplay and made some minor mistakes due to having been playing over the break. Ultimately, it is a loss for the Open As, with some fault on serving, rotations, and positions, other than that, their spikes and defence have improved or at least stayed consistent, despite the new team forming.

Best Player: Billy

Mr Steve Tong
Coach

Open B Volleyball

CBC 2 defeated Glenunga International High School 1

Glenunga started strong with extra players able to rotate throughout the set enabling recovery under hot conditions.  They won in a close set 25 points to 21. Undeterred and citing the mantra 'believe' (thanks to Mr Johnston!), the boys hung in there and were rewarded with a 25 to 23-second set win. It was now all to play for! The third set began poorly with a few unforced errors. However, with an underdog spirit, the team did not give up. James Venditti with some magnificent serving, brought the win home, demonstrating the power of belief! Well done, boys!  Bring on next week!

Best Player: James V

Ms Debra Withers
Coach

Senior C Water Polo

St Peter’s College 11 defeated CBC 4

It was a solid start to the season for the boys.  Saints were the much better team on the night but the boys fought hard to stay in the match. The third quarter was the main difference. The floodgates opened for the Saints, and we found it hard to stop their run.  Jacob Seaman, Nick Chant and Ilias Malatos were consistent throughout, and Matias Guider was again very good in the goals.  Casey proved he will be very useful in the Senior team this year. There is plenty for our team to work on boys!

Best Player: Jacob S

Mr Sean Carr
Coach