CTSDE Students Shine at North QLD Track & Field Trials

On Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd September 2025, two of our CTSDE students proudly represented both our school and the Charters Towers region at the North Queensland Track & Field Trials, held at the Sports Reserve in Townsville.

Sam competed in the 15yrs Boys Shotput, Javelin and Discus, achieving some outstanding results – 3rd in Shotput, 2nd in Javelin, and 4th in Discus. Thanks to these impressive performances, Sam has been selected to represent North Queensland at the State Championships in Townsville in October. This is an incredible achievement and well-deserved recognition of his hard work and talent!

Chance took part in the 11yrs Boys 100m and 200m sprints, placing 21st in the 100m and 13th in the 200m. Competing at this level was a fantastic first-time experience for him, and he gave his best effort in both events.

We are incredibly proud of Sam and Chance for their dedication, sportsmanship and determination to take on the best athletes from across North Queensland. Their achievements are an inspiration to other students and a wonderful example of what can be accomplished with courage and commitment.

A special thank you to both families for their support and for transporting the boys to and from Townsville to make this opportunity possible.

Sam Shines at the QLD State Athletics Championships

Following his success at the North Queensland Track & Field Trials, Sam P proudly represented the North Queensland team at the Queensland State Athletics Championships in Townsville on Sunday, 19^th October 2025.

Sam had a fantastic morning competing in the 15yrs Boys Javelin, placing 3rd with a throw of 41.36 metres. The competition was incredibly close, with only a few metres separating the top three athletes.

Although it wasn’t his personal best (a PB that would have secured the gold!), Sam was absolutely stoked with his result — and rightly so! With very limited training this season due to work commitments, his performance is an impressive achievement and a reflection of his natural ability and determination.

We are so proud of Sam for his dedication, positive attitude, and for representing both CTSDE and North Queensland with excellence. Congratulations, Sam — what a fantastic way to finish the athletics season!

Sports Committee