Forward December 2019 | Page 10

AROUND THE SCHOOL State Schoolboys AFL Squads We are thrilled to announce that four current Guildford Grammar School students were selected to represent Western Australia in their respective age groups for AFL State Schoolboys teams. To be chosen at such a level is a remarkable achievement, and we wish to acknowledge the effort and achievements of the following students: Blake Kelly (7St) was selected for the 12 and under Western Australia State Schoolboys team. As a midfielder, he is said to be an incredible footballer who is known for his agility and tackling abilities. Blake reported that he was enthusiastic about honing his many talents and gaining some valuable playing experience at a higher level of football. In addition to being an accomplished actor, Tjirrdm “TJ” McGuire (10Fr) is also a sensational footballer, having been selected to play for the 15 and under State Schoolboys squad. As a five-year-old, TJ began playing AFL at Auskick and has developed into an exciting young player with fantastic speed and the ability to read the play remarkably well. TJ played on the left- wing for WA and cherished the opportunity to “play in such a unique squad.” Elijah Hewett (10He) was also selected to represent Western Australia in the 15 and under State Schoolboys squad. Elijah is reported to be a very adept footballer who demonstrates resounding accuracy and marking during the play and is known for prevailing in contested scenarios. Elijah played in the midfield for WA and disclosed that his most treasured memory from his experience was making new friends along the way. Following in his father’s footsteps, boarder Rhett Bazzo (10Sc) is thriving in his football career and was selected to join Year 7 Scholarships now open Applications are now open for Year 7 Academic Scholarships for commencement in 2021. We offer a number of Scholarships for students entering Year 7 including: • D’Arcy Slater Scholarship • Council Scholarship • Harry Campbell Pope Scholarship • A R MacKewn Boarding Scholarship • Open Music Scholarship • Music Instrumental Scholarship • Choral Scholarship Further information is available on our website at www.ggs.wa.edu.au/ scholarships2021. Applications close at 9.00am on Thursday 20 February. 10 the 16 and under Western Australia State Schoolboys squad. Rhett was a pivotal player for the WA side and proved to be an asset with his sound marking and ability to anticipate the play. Rhett reported that he is looking forward to seeing how far he can go with his football and aspires to one day play in the AFL. State selection is a significant achievement, and we congratulate Blake, TJ, Elijah and Rhett for their marvelous accomplishment. Our best wishes go to these boys as they continue to develop their football and play for their respective teams.