SLAM SERIES – INTERSCHOOL BASKETBALL

Four teams headed to the Bendat Centre this week to participate in the Perry Lakes School Slam Series, organised by Basketball WA. It was a fantastic day of competition, with the two Year 5 and two Year 6 teams giving it their all.

The Year 6 girls loved the day and had so much fun playing together as a team. It was a big learning experience, particularly as many of them were new to basketball. The Year 5 girls played very well, demonstrating high levels of effort and teamwork throughout the day. They also showed great tenacity, often against older opposition. Most importantly, the girls really enjoyed the opportunity to play and get game experience together. The Year 5 boys had a challenging start to the carnival but finished strong with a draw and a win in the final game. They can’t wait for next year!

As for the Year 6 boys, they played extremely well, going undefeated all day until the last game against Aranmore, which ended in a tie. The two teams headed straight into the grand final with high energy and it was a nailbiter of a game, going into overtime due to another draw. Our boys were too good in the end, beating Aranmore by one point. They will head to the Championship Round at the end of November.

A big thanks goes to Ash B. for organising try outs and registration for this competition. On the day, teams were expertly managed and coached by a wonderful team of volunteers: Suze, Dylan, Emma, Scott, George, Katherine, Ryan, Shannon and Lee, thank you. And thanks to Mrs Putt and Mrs Kenny for all your support and of course, a big thanks to all the parents who came to watch our teams on the day.