Lourdes House edges victory in St Teresa’s nail-biting Sports Day
St Teresa’s Junior Primary Sports Day in Craighall Park concluded in a thrilling finish, with Lourdes House emerging victorious by just two points, energising parents and pupils with laughter and a sense of community spirit.
St Teresa’s Junior Primary School in Craighall Park buzzed with excitement on September 13 for their annual Interhouse Sports Day.
From Grade 0 to Grade 3, the Rosies showcased their energy in flat races, relays, and novelty events, with the Grade 3s also participating in the long jump.
Parents and classmates cheered enthusiastically from the sidelines, supporting their houses.
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The competition was tight from the outset, but by late morning it had become a nail-biter. Heading into the penultimate relay, Marian, Lourdes and McAuley houses were tied on 91 points each, leaving the final races to decide the winner.
With every baton pass watched closely, Lourdes managed to inch ahead, claiming the overall victory by just two points. Marian finished in second place, with McAuley close behind in third.
Adding to the atmosphere was the parent relay, a firm favourite on the calendar. Laughter and cheers echoed across the grounds as mums, dads and older siblings raced down the lanes, proving that Sports Day is as much about fun and community as it is about competition.
Principal Lynne Elfick praised the learners and families for their support. “We were thrilled to see our young Rosies competing with such enthusiasm and determination,” she said.
“The close scores, the laughter during the parent relay, and the wonderful support from our parents made it a truly memorable day.
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Interhouse Sports Day 2025 will be remembered for its thrilling finish, the joy of competition, and the strong sense of community that makes St Teresa’s School so special.”
The event’s success was due to the staff and support staff, with special thanks to Grade 1 parents for providing refreshments. The highlight of the day was Lourdes House’s narrow win and the strong sense of camaraderie that united the school community.
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