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ABOVE : SCOTCH ’ S 1ST XI SOCCER TEAM WON THE ROSE AND THISTLE CUP AGAINST MELBOURNE GRAMMAR AND THE JOHN ROE SOCCER SHIELD AGAINST PENINSULA GRAMMAR . RIGHT PAGE : TOP RIGHT ; THE SENIOR SNOWSPORTS TEAM FINISHED SECOND TO MELBOURNE GRAMMAR IN THE VICTORIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS . MIDDLE AND BOTTOM RIGHT : IN FENCING , SCOTCH WAS THE BEST PERFORMED SCHOOL AT JUNIOR AND SENIOR LEVELS
start , the team steadily gained momentum , refining their strategies , and learning valuable lessons from each game . Under the leadership of captain Harry Ward , who has protected the goal with dedication for the past two years , and Vice Captain Will Genovese , Scotch recorded key victories over Brighton Grammar and Haileybury . Their standout performance against Carey Grammar in the final round highlighted their development as a
cohesive unit and secured them a strong finish in fifth place , tied with Wesley College on points .
This season also saw exceptional individual contributions . Year 11 ’ s William Watkins , recognised as the team ’ s best player , displayed skill and competitive spirit , setting an example for his teammates , and signalling promise for the upcoming year . Rising talent from younger players further enriched the team ’ s
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