Hundreds of local high school students gave it their all in the sporting arena representing Central high schools at South Island Secondary Schools (SISS) tournament week.

Dunstan High School (DHS) principal Reece Goldsmith said everything had gone well.

“We have had lots of feedback about how awesomely our students conducted themselves. The staff, parents, coaches and managers have all been superb, giving up their time and energy to support the students also.”

Cromwell College (CC) principal Mason Stretch said he was exceptionally proud of their teams.

“[We’re] so grateful for the support from the staff, parents, coaches and managers involved. It has been a memorable week for us all.”

After three years of missed tournaments due to Covid-19, DHS sports coordinator Sally Mulllaly said it was “fantastic” to get students away to compete in their sport of choice.  

Sending sports teams to SISS tournaments in Timaru, Gore, Dunedin, Invercargill and Nelson requires an army of community support with activities such as fundraising, transportation, coaching, team management and logistics planning (uniforms, food, accommodation).

The Central App has a selection of team photos from some high school teams who participated. Thanks to all of those who submitted their photos and well done to all involved.

CC Netball B grade champions were unbeaten all tournament, and had a nail biting final match beating Verdon College by 27 -24

CC mixed hockey team placed seventh in their tournament, held in Gore. 

DHS under 15 rugby team came second overall in Nelson and received an award for best all round division one team. 

CC under 15 rugby team came fifth out of 32 teams. 

Two combined ice hockey teams (one junior and one senior) from DHS and CC stayed at a scout camp near Mosgiel and worked closely together all week, even having to play each other. 

Action: DHS boys basketball in Dunedin. The team placed sixth and their highlight was beating Kavanagh College by 25 after losing to them the day prior. 

Maniototo Area School’s mixed hockey team finished 12th in Gore. 

DHS Soccer first XI came ninth out of 20 teams in Invercargill. Standout year 13 player George Lerew (back left) scored a hat trick against Kavanagh College, giving the team a boost of life when they needed it.  

DHS boys hockey placed sixth. Coach Paula Hill said they played some awesome hockey and got along really well as a team off the turf too.

Other netball results from Timaru were: DHS 18th in A grade, and Roxburgh Area School 15th in B grade.

Have you got photos or a story of fantastic sportsmanship from your tournament to share? get in touch with [email protected]

PHOTOS: Supplied