Interschool
Participation: Emerald SS participate in a number of local and regional sporting events throughout the school calendar year ie Regional Shield (Rugby League & Netball), Western 7's (Rugby Union), Cricket Blast, Steve Bell/Josh Hannay (Rugby League).
Purpose? For students who are interested in having fun with their friends and making new friends while they develop skills in the games.
Prior experience? Dependent on the event and number of students interested in participating, at times, a trial will need to occur for team selection. Students of ALL skill levels welcome.
Who is involved? Students from Year 3 to 6.
Representative Sport Trials
What is it?Trials for students to participate in representative sport.
Purpose? To give students who have a high level of skill. This is the pathway for them to be ultimately selected in an Australian team for the 10-12 age group for their chosen sport. The progression for most sports is: Emerald State School, Emerald District, Central Highlands, Capricornia, Queensland and then Australia.
Who is involved?
Students who are 10, 11 or 12 years of age with the appropriate skills and experience.
When does it happen?
Trials begin at the start of first term and go throughout the year. A calendar is available on the website. Please always note the time and date for the return of forms to the Emerald State School office as turnaround times are often short. Late submissions can not be accepted.