Our up and coming stars
By Lewis Kwarcianyi
HUNDREDS of athletes from schools across the coast and hinterland competed at the regional athletics carnival over two days last week.
There was a busy schedule of track and field events, which was held at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Students from local primary schools and high schools got to take the day off school to compete for a chance to qualify for the State championships, which will be held in Townsville in October.
Izaac Kwarcianyi from Beerwah State High School came first in triple jump and long jump, and second in high jump and hurdles for his under 14s division. Estah Muller from Glasshouse Christian College came first in the under 14s discus and javelin, and second in shotput. Sophie Doyle won the under 14s 800m in a new regionals record and came first in the 1500m and second in 400m. Her brother, Ethan, was second in 1500m and qualified for 800m and long jump as well. Indi Sewell came first in under 10s long jump with 4.21m and qualified for States.
Many parents attended to cheer their kids on, stating “Amazing results! All superstars”, and “what a great day for all”. There was a great atmosphere of support and encouragement as friends enjoyed time together in the beautiful weather.
