By LIAM TWOMEY
THE next generation of sporting stars from the western suburbs was recognised at the Victorian School Sports Awards ceremony last week.
Held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground’s Olympic Room, the event highlighted the outstanding achievements of young athletes throughout the state.
The West was well represented, with 11 winners across the student and teacher categories.
Education Minister Martin Dixon said the Victorian School Sports Awards were the highest sporting accolade in the Victorian Government school system.
“The Victorian Coalition Government is proud to acknowledge the achievements of Victoria’s best young school sports stars through the Victorian School Sports Awards,” Mr Dixon said.
“This year 45 outstanding students, and seven parents, teachers and volunteers received Victorian School Sports Awards.”
There was major cause for celebration at Maribyrnong College with seven athletes from the school taking home awards.
Mr Dixon went on to highlight the benefits young people get from playing sport.
“Playing sport has so many benefits – keeping students healthy, developing leadership and teamwork skills, and teaching discipline.”
