Nudgee College in Boondall has showcased its athletic prowess, securing an impressive second-place finish in the Intermediate Boys division at the 2024 Chemist Warehouse National Schools Challenge Final.
The competition, which brought together Australia’s top school athletics programs, saw schools vying for the coveted title in a fast-paced and exciting format.
The event, a thrilling follow-up to a historic weekend of athletics in Brisbane, saw schools battling for every point. Nudgee College demonstrated remarkable strength and depth in the highly competitive Intermediate Boys category, ultimately finishing with 187 points. This placed them just behind Ipswich Grammar School, who took home the title with 193 points.
The competition witnessed a display of both teamwork and individual talent. Standout performances included Mason McGroder from Trinity Grammar School, who dominated the Intermediate Boys Long Jump with a 7.18m leap. McGroder, a World Under 20 bronze medalist, also impressed in the 100m and 200m sprints and anchored his school’s Sprint Medley Relay team to victory.
In the Senior Girls division, St Peters Lutheran College edged out Pymble Ladies’ College by a single point to claim the championship. Fresh off her Australian All Schools 200m title, Amaya Mearns of St Peters added three gold medals to her collection in the 100m, 200m, and Medley Relay.
Wesley College asserted its dominance in the Senior Boys competition, accumulating 125 points. Knox Grammar School won the Junior Boys crown, while St Aidan’s AGS secured the Junior Girls title.
The Chemist Warehouse National Schools Challenge Final provided a platform for young athletes to shine, highlighting the dedication and skill within Australia’s school athletics programs.
Published Date 31-December-2024
