Each year MLMC is given the opportunity to strengthen relationships with our Indigenous neighbours at Worawa College in Healesville at a sports carnival. This year’s carnival was held on Tuesday 21 May and MLMC had girls’ football and netball teams competing for the Reconciliation Cup.
The day began with something special — a traditional smoking ceremony, where all schools were welcomed. Shortly after, the games began.
First up, the MLMC girls’ football team played against Worawa and through hard work MLMC won and qualified for the grand final. The netball team had eight games to play and won seven of these to also qualify for the finals.
The first final was in football, where we played local rivals Lilydale High School. It was a tough match, but the MLMC girls played extremely well and won — taking home the trophy for the first time. Matilda Kelly (Year 11 Gold) was awarded best on ground honours.
In the netball finals, MLMC claimed a win against the boys team and a close two-point win in the grand final against Beaconhills College.
Sports stars from a variety of sports were also at the carnival, including netball players from the Melbourne Vixens and Hawthorn Football Club AFL and VFLW players.
Thank you to our coaches for the day — Ms Elizabeth Keogh, Miss Serena Gibbs and Old Collegian Emerson Woods. It was a great day full of fun and culture for everyone and we are keen to get back there next year!
