Cummins Area School Triumphs at Interschool Sports in Cowell

On March 31st, students from Cummins Area School traveled to Cowell to compete in the annual Interschool Sports competition, held in breezy conditions. This highly anticipated event saw seven schools—Cummins, Tumby Bay, Cowell, Kimba, Cleve, Lock, and Wudinna—battle it out for top honors across various track and field events.

With over 50 students representing CAS, our team got off to a flying start in the 1500m event. Kenzie Hancock and Lachlan Hancock set the tone for the day, taking home first place in their respective races. Their dominance continued in the 800m, where they once again secured top positions.

Speed and determination were on full display throughout the competition. Interschool Captain Clayton Colbert had an outstanding day, securing multiple first-place finishes on the track. Among the younger students, Max Crettenden excelled with a first-place finish in the Sub Junior Boys Triple Jump and secured second-place results in Long Jump and High Jump.

Much anticipation surrounded Beau Paech’s shot put performance, following his record-breaking throws at our CAS Sports Day and the LEP Local Track and Field Day. While he continued to dominate his competition, a strong headwind hindered him from throwing his PB and achieving a coveted triple record. Amber Paech also did well in the field event.

In High Jump, Jack Tonkin put on a masterclass, earning the Senior Boys’ blue ribbon. Sage Gale and April Wagner also topped their respective High Jump events. Phoenix Milburn, a last-minute stand-in for the Senior Boys’ 400m, took home the honours with a first-place finish. Shaylee Britza, Kenzie H, Macario Onwubiko, and Ronan Jutzen also took victory in their 400m races. Axel Taylor demonstrated his speed on the track too.

The Intermediate and Senior Girls’ divisions saw fierce competition, with Della Pedler and Taleah Turner standing out among the Intermediate Girls in the whole competition. Meanwhile, April Wagner, Bella Giddings, and Annie Shirley showcased strong performances across multiple track events.

Despite finishing 5th in the novelty events, CAS secured the overall championship by a razor-thin margin, triumphing over Cleve by just two points. The older students' exceptional relay performances played a pivotal role in securing the victory.

A special thank you to teachers Tom Charlton, Steph Phelps, Henry Breen, and Claire Adams for their dedication and officiating efforts throughout the day. We also extend our gratitude to the parents who transported students and assisted in running events—your support is invaluable in making these competitions possible.

Congratulations to all CAS students who participated. Simply earning a place on the team is a tremendous achievement, and your hard work and sportsmanship were truly commendable!