Basketball Update

Team practices were off to a good start this week.  Players have been practicing basic skills (ball handling, passing, left and right hand layups).  Get excited for a shooting clinic at CCS put on by HC students and coach on Thursday, Dec 20th.  Stay tuned for more details as they become available.

Basketball Team Practices begin Nov 26th

Please be advised that basketball team practices with team coaches will begin Monday November 26th before school, at lunchtimes and after school.  Attendance is important to the development of our teams and individual skills.  If you cannot make it to a practice please inform the coach well ahead of the date.  Also, check the links on the PE blog to get your practice days and times!

Gr 5 Girls v-ball playoffs

The playoffs were cut short for our gr 5 girls yesterday as they fell to a good team from north of the Fraser.  Our undefeated season was a highlight of the year in addition to the focused and fun practices.  Thanks to the coaches for their commitment.

Jr Soccer Team places 3rd

Props (def. proper respect) to the CCS junior boys with their 3rd place shoot out victory on Friday.  It was a hard fought match and the team managed to give a good show for the fans.  You all represented your school well.

CCS Soccer

Our boys soccer season is nearing an end.  Congratulations to the Seniors and Juniors on their teamwork this term.  After many training sessions and a total of 21 matches our record is 19 wins and 2 losses.  The junior team plays for 3rd place on Friday.  Our seniors were knocked out of the playoffs yesterday after an exciting and skillful Quarterfinals match.  Monday will have the two teams face off in a final fun match!  There even may be some coaches who may tie up the old cleats for the game.

Strong Fall V-ball Showing

I was privileged to observe the strong play of the grade 5 girls v ball team this week as they took the court for their first game of the season.  Many serves were accurate and their positive support of each other on the court helped them win all 6 games.  Their hard work training last year and practicing through the summer seems to have paid off. 

Also, I am informed that the grade 6 girls worked hard at their away game this week and were successful at the crucial task of making their serves.  Good luck to the Seven Girls who play Monday and Friday next week.

CCS Cross Country Sucess

It was a hot, sunny day when the CCS Cross-Country Team went to Cresent Park this past Thursday.  We were a group of 81 students (grade 1-7) with a goal of finishing with a smile.  I am happy to say that we met our goal and even had 2 boys place first place in the grade 2 and 1 races.  A grade 4 boy achieved 3rd place and a grade 5 girl came in 4th.  All athletes ran well and demonstrated perseverance right to the end of their races.  We all look forward to the Burnaby CISVA Meet on Wednesday, October 3rd.

Permission Slips and Game Schedules

Game schedules and permission slips will go home Friday for most v-ball and soccer teams.  Check with your athlete so you can begin arranging rides to games!  I suggest getting the phone numbers of the athlete's team members (a team parent could record and distribute this information to other families).  This could be accomplished at any practice or after school one day.  Just ask classroom teachers for a moment and they will most likely find time for you.  

This is also a good time to thank parent drivers for their support of CCS athletics.  Your volunteer driving is very helpful to our participation in the CISVA League and our success.

Cross Country Season Grades 1-7

There are two meets in the cross country season this term.  I am excited about attending the Star of the Sea Meet Sept 20th as last year the meet was cancelled due to rain.  This is the only meet available to the Grade 1s.  Also, we will be attending the big CISVA cross country meet at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby.  Last year it was a good time by all.  See Mr. K or the office for a permission slip.

**ALL PRACTICES BEGIN THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 10th **

Girls Volleyball, Boys Soccer and Cross Country for Grades 1-7 begin next week (Sept 10th).  Please see the Athletics Practice Schedule link on this page. 

Another Great Year Of Physical Education

I'd like to welcome back all of the students and their families to our school.  I am looking forward to the time we will be learning together and would love to hear of your action filled summers.  I hope it was packed full of sports and activities that built your strength, flexibility and endurance.

The PE schedule is now posted.  Families can check to see the days their student has PE by referring to this document.

This season there will be girls volleyball for grades 5, 6 and 7.  Also, there will be boys soccer for grades 4 and 5... and 6 and 7.  Practices begin next week!  There will be a schedule of practice days for all teams posted by Thursday.  Please check back here for updated information with regards to teams, coaches and schedules. 

CCS Track Team CISVA CHAMPS

I am once again elated with the performance and outcome of the CISVA track meet yesterday.  Our students persevered throughout the day and were rewarded with First Place.  Our CCS Track Team has now won two championship and we are all grateful for this blessing.  Blessed be the Lord our God!

Thanks again to all parents fro bringing your kids to practices each morning, afternoon, or to track meets.  We are grateful for your support!

Knights of Columbus Track Meet NOW May 12th Saturday

Sorry for the confusion. The date came out late and was adjusted on the school website and alerted to on the webpage.  My apologies for any inconveniences this may have caused.  These things happen and I appreciate your understanding.

St John Brebeuf Track Meet

CCS students had a good time and ran, jumped and threw well Friday.  We are looking forward to the Holy Cross Meet next Wed.

CCS Mini Track Meet Success

The sun shone down on us on May 2nd when grades 2-4 participated in track and field events.  My highlight was the cheering as the gr 2s walked down tot he starting line for the 60m and when a gr 3 lost his shoe but finished his race without it.  Priceless!  Thanks to all the staff and parents who contributed in grounds and field preparation, concession, organization or sponsoring. 
Looking forward to the next one.

Senior and Junior Girls Soccer Success

We at CCS are proud of the efforts of both the senior and junior girls soccer teams at the CISVA tournament these last two days.  Way to play with passion through the season and pride in the playoffs.

CCS Mini-Meet Information

There is now a permission slip for CCS Grade 3 and 4 track team members and for all Grade 2 students available on the school website information page.  We are really excited about this event and look forward to the day.

Track and Field Driving Heroes

A huge HIP HIP HORRAH for all the families that are driving for our track team this year.  Weather it is getting your child to a morning practice, picking another up for after afternoon training or drive two or more to a Track Meet... THANKS for all your support!

Yeah!!! Track and Field has begun

Well, the CCS staff and students are certainly excited with our track and field team this year.  We have begun to train at various times during the week but don't let that stop you from exercising on your own.  Encourage the students to look for small improvements in their running, throwing and jumping.  Today I reminded the team that what they put into the training they see the results of on race day.  
On an excited note, we are pleased to be running our own Mini-Track Meet at our school track on Wednesday, May 2nd for grades 2, 3, and 4.  There will be up to 5 other schools coming to compete but most of all to have fun in the sun... let us pray eh?  Grade 2 students will be training in PE classes for the races (60m, 100m, 800m, long jump and 4x50m).  2 dollars per students... look for handouts that will go out next week.

PLEASE return all basketball uniforms

First Call for any BASKETBALL uniforms still not handed in.  The Athletic department certainly appreciates your promptness in this matter.

7 Girls Basketball WIN big!!! CISVA CHAMPS

Congratulations to the 7 girls who just won our school's second ever CISVA Basketball Championship! (the first was won by Grade 6 girls only yesterday).  You did it in style too girls!  I appreciated your teamwork and spirit this season.  When we play sport we don't always win but you deserve this.  What a great undefeated season! 

6 GIRLS WIN THE CISVA BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CCS staff is so pumped that the 6 girls (and coaches) have won the CISVA basketball championship!  Been there... done that... coming home with the hardware.  Your hard work, smart play and team focus, not to mention your 'mad skillz', have given you your moment at the top.  Thank God for the chance, the opportunity and the experience!

7 girls bball advance to the Championship game

The 7 Girls Basketball team is on their way to the CISVA Championship Game!  You girls have really come together this year but keep focused and play your game... it has worked well for you this year.

6 Girls CISVA basketball Championship bound!

Woooooooohooooooooo! Grade 6 girls have just won their semifinal game and are on their way to battle for the championship tomorrow.  Way to go girls!  But there is still one game to go so buckle down and play like you can.  We're proud of you all!

Congrats to the 6 girls b-ball team

Way to go 6 girls!  You have now advanced to the semi finals and with more team play like I saw today you'll represent us really well at the next two games. 

7 girls bball advance to the semi finals

Congratulations to the CCS 7 girls who have advanced to the semi-finals.  With their positive and united attitude they are sure to represent our school well on Tuesday and Thursday... March 6th and 8th.

CCS Basketball Update

CCS 6 Girls BBall have moved to the 2nd round after securing a win this Wednesday.  Congratulations Girls!

Mini Hoopers for Grades 2, 3 and 4

Time to train our young ones at CCS to be future basketball stars!  We are planning the session and are putting out a request for parent helpers.  If you are interested in helping out please contact Mr. Klaponski at mklaponski@ccsunited.ca

Heads up for Girls Soccer at CCS

CCS Girls soccer 4-7 begins March 12th running every Mon and Wed until April. 25th.  Time to dust off those cleats and kick the ball around at recess girls!  Let's pray for a less wet spring eh?  Stay tuned for your permission slip coming soon.

Basketball Season Results

We are very proud of all our teams and their efforts this season.  Most importantly, the players' work allowed them to build their skill, knowledge and teamwork.  Players should be proud of the way they practiced and played. 
Some highlights include 5 boys winning second place at the Star of the Sea Tournament.  Also at the tournament the 5 girls were, by popular choice, the happiest team on the court.  Our very own 7s won their own tournament just this last Friday.  The combination of the boys' defense and the girls' offensive firepower led to success in the final against OLA.  Both the 7 and 6 girls also won the IC tournament.  The tough competition at the OLPH tournament led to the 6 boys finishing 4th and the 6 girls finishing 3rd. 
The 6 girls finished 2nd in their zone after a nail bitter placement game.  Both the 6 boys and 7 girls finished first in their zone and today won their first round games.  
Stay tuned for an update on the Vancouver College tournament on the 24th and the 6 girls playoff game next Wednesday vs. QAS.
Good luck in your next playoff game players!