PRESIDENTS ROAR
A bi-monthly segment
Welcome to 2017 in what is sure to be another great year of sport for The Blacks.
Our summer sports are well into their seasons and I know that many winter sports are already into their pre-season preparations.
Hopefully, many of you have had a chance to have a break from studying, thesis writing or working over the Christmas period and are ready to go for the New Year.
Over the break, I was lucky enough to spend a few cold weeks in Europe and managed to fit in some sporting highlights (or course). The first was to travel to the London Olympic Stadium on a freezing Saturday afternoon to join a crowd of 80,000 for the West Ham vs Crystal Palace Premier League match, which was terrific fun. (Hammers 3-0). A week later, I walked through ankle deep snow to tour the Berlin Stadium, site of the 1936 Olympics. It was quite moving to read the names of the Olympic champions with the great American sprinter, Jesse Owens, heading the list of gold medal winners. And to finish off, I put on my Blacks shirt (and beanie, jumper and track pants) and headed out into the sub-zero temperatures to run part of the Berlin marathon course, finishing with a run through the Brandenburg Gate. No finisher's medal, but I’ve never enjoyed a hot shower quite as much!
So, all the best for everyone’s endeavours in 2017. And in particular, all the best to all AU Sport members as you participate in the many and varied sport and recreation opportunities that our great clubs provide.
Go the Blacks!
David Penn
AU Sport President
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GET INVOLVED IN 2017
2017 is going to be another big year of sport at the University of Adelaide. As most of you know, getting involved with AU Sport activities and clubs provides you with the opportunity to put the books down, walk away from the computer screen, catch up with friends, get active and represent the University. There is something for everybody no matter what you level of interest, ability or availability.
It all starts with our club recruitment events - 'O Week' and 'Clubs in the Hub'. If you want to play weekly sport or get out regularly, join one (or more) of the 37 different sports clubs. If you are stretched for time maybe social sport events such as 'Sports on the Green', our fun 5 a side soccer and volleyball event or maybe Beach Sports Day in the city is more your thing.
 If you what to pull on the Blacks uniform, enjoy representing this university and want to take on Uni SA and Flinders, register for SA Challenge where you can take part in a number of different sports over two weeks. Can we take home the trophy once again?
If you're not the activity type but enjoy supporting your fellow students, come out and support our Intervarsity Football team when they take on ANU in March.
All of these events and activities are taking place in the first couple of months in the semester and there will be many more to come throughout the year. So check out the Blacks website or one of our social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and Snapchat (aus_theblacks) for more information and remember to #backtheblacks.
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2017 SCHOLARSHIPS
As the new year begins, it means a new round of Scholarships are up for grabs. There are many scholarships to look into, from first year students to Australian standard athletes. AU Sport Scholarships give support and much needed financial assistance to you while you study at the University of Adelaide, so jump onto the Blacks website and see if you qualify.
An added bonus to receiving an AU Sport Scholarship is you get invited to the prestigious Blues Awards at the end of the year. Pictured below are some of the scholarship winners from 2016.
For more about scholarships at AU Sport, click here!
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BLUES AWARDS
With nominations for the first round of Blues Nominations drawing closer, we have updated our system to online nominations.
The Blues has a long history dating back to 1908.. Awards are presented at a dinner in November to recipients of Blues, Half Blues, Club Letters, Service to Sport, Club of the Year, The Patron's Cup and AU Sport Scholarships. It's a great opportunity for everyone to let their hair down and enjoy great food and drink. For more on the Blues, Click Here!
Updated nomination forms can be found on this page.
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UNI GAMES 2017
The Uni Games is a great chance to test your skills against University athletes all across Australia. It is also a great way to meet new people that will become friends for life! We are also taking expressions of interest for the University Games both in Geelong in July and Gold Coast in September.
To register you interest for the Uni Games, click here!
AU Sport is also seeking nominations for our Student Committee for 2017. If you have been to a Uni Games before and see yourself as a leader, here is your chance to get involved at a deeper level. Keep an eye out for more on this, and get on board.
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Commit to a healthier you in 2017 with a 6 or 12 month's membership at the Fitness Hub!
Don’t miss out on our fantastic offer of ‘Join now & get February FREE’. So the earlier you join, the more you get FREE!!
Offer only available at The North Terrace campus. The Offer is not available to purchase online.
If interested, contact Will (will.bergus@adelaide.edu.au) for more information.
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CLUB DEVELOPMENT
CLUB DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
2017 is going to be an action packed year for club development and leadership training opportunities. Topics that will be covered in workshops this year include Marketing and Communication, Finance Management, Conflict Resolution, Risk Management and Planning.
The first session on Friday 10 February (just in time for O Week) will provide tips and ideas on what clubs can do to improve their marking and communication activities. Clubs that attended this workshop in 2016 were able to implement these ideas and saw a real impact at O Week and beyond. For more information on the Club Development and Leadership Program, or to register for the first workshop, click here.
AU SPORT GRANTS
AU Sport Grants are a great way clubs can gain access to additional funds to support the development of new projects, equipment purchases and assist the development of elite athletes and coaches. Clubs are encouraged to look over the Grants Handbook, discuss their ideas with the AU Sport team and then apply. For more information click here.
COUNCIL MEETING
AU Sport Council meetings is a great opportunity for club representatives to come together and hear the latest news from the Board and staff. It is also a perfect chance to talk to other club representatives and find out how they manage similar tasks and issues. The first Council Meeting will be held on Monday 27 March and we look forward to seeing all clubs there.
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4 ON THE TROT
With a huge crowd in attendance, our Adelaide University Gridiron Club has won it's fourth premiership on the trot! The boys had time to savour the win with a comfortable lead going into the last quarter and ended up taking the title 35-12 against the South City Chiefs.
For more, click here!
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BLACK BELT STANDARD
Just before Christmas, the Adelaide Uni Judo Club had two students achieve their black belt ranking. The Black Belt grading was held at the Platinum Judo club, where four members were hoping to grade for their next belt.
For more on our club members awarded their Black Belt, click here!
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BLIND CRICKET CHARGE
Blind Cricket South Australia combined with Western Australia in January to tackle some of the country's finest Blind Cricketers. The team boasts some great young talent including three Australian representatives, one of which is an AU Cricket Club member! The team played each team twice over four days culminating in the grand final which they faced Victoria. A great run chase saw SA/WA take out the final in a fantastic result.
To read more, Click Here!
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CYCLING SCHOLARSHIP
The Adelaide University Cycling Club has announced its 2016 AUCC Introductory Racing Scholarship, donated by the previous President, John Springbett. The scholarship is awarded based on the results from the 2016 season and can be used for the 2017 season.
The committee is excited to announce that the winner of the scholarship for 2016 is Kushal Paneliya!
To read more about the winner, click here!
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GLIDING KING
In early January, the World Gliding Championships were held at Benalla.
Peter Temple, an ex Adelaide University Gliding Club instructor, won the day in the 18m class. This was a first for Peter and a long time since the last Australia Day win at the worlds. Congratulations Peter!
For more, click here!
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MOTORSPORT ENDURO
In December, the Adelaide University Motorsport Team completed its big endurance weekend!
A massive amount of work from the University of Adelaide students helped them reach this achievement.
Well done to all involved; it looked like a really tough weekend out there!
For more on the AU Motorsport Club, click here!
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PINK STUMPS DAY
The AU Cricket Club’s Women’s team is proud to support the McGrath Foundation with a Pink Stumps Day fundraiser thicoming Sunday 5th February. We’re bringing the magic of the Pink Test to our community and fundraising to help place McGrath Breast Care Nurses across Australia. The day will be held in conjunction with the AUCC vs West Torrens 2nd Grade match (University Oval, 1.00pm) and our inaugural Women’s Past Players Day (afternoon tea from 3.00pm).
For more, click here!
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Please send news and photo contributions by the 28th of each month to sdo@theblacks.com.au
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