Success on the slopes at State and National Championships

Two weeks ago, our Snow Team proudly represented Balcombe Grammar at the Victorian Interschools Championship in Mount Buller.

Junior, intermediate and senior competitors took to the slopes in a true mix of alpine conditions, with our students showing resilience, determination and plenty of school spirit. It was particularly fantastic to see several students take on the challenge of racing for the very first time. Competing alongside experienced racers and members of clubs from over 230 schools is no small achievement, and our students should be incredibly proud of the way they embraced the experience.

A highlight of the championships was an outstanding performance from one of our junior competitors, Cole, who won the Snowboard Boardercross event! This fantastic result meant he went on to the Australian Championships held this week at Perisher in New South Wales.

Cole competed in three events, and we are excited to report, he secured a Silver in the Junior Boys Snowboard Boardercross and a Bronze in the Junior Boys Snowboard Slopestyle. An amazing achievement competing against some of the best young snowboarders from across Australia and we are thrilled to see Balcombe Grammar represented on the national podium – twice!

We extend our congratulations to the entire Snowsports team for braving the conditions, supporting one another and representing our school with pride.