SOSUNS Dancers are Australia Day Ambassadors

The SOSUNS Performance Dance Group, in their capacity as Australia Day Ambassadors, were recently invited to perform at Jindabyne, Adaminaby, Berridale and a local Aged Hostel.  Ambassador Mel Eustace spoke in all locations and really connected with the audience.  The dancers performed with their usual enthusiasm dancing each dance as though it was their first.  With 15 dances over the 4 locations their energy was incredible! Read more

Belinda Loves to Run

Ten year old Belinda Scott has found her calling in life and it is to run.  Belinda just loves to run.  According to Belinda’s mum Gillian, “The highlight of Belinda’s week is running training and during the summer Little Athletics and in the winter, Cross Country.  Belinda’s only concern in life is that she will be late for running!” Read more

SOSUNS Athletes Chosen as Representatives for International Day of People With a Disability

International Day of People with a Disability (IDPWD) is celebrated annually in NSW with the Don’t DIS my ABILITY Campaign.  The campaign celebrates the diversity and ability of people with a disability.  It is about promoting positive perceptions and building an environment that encourages active partcipation in careers, leisure pursuits and social activities.

Three SOSUNS athletes were given extremely important roles to play in the 2011 Campaign. 

Mel Eustace was chosen to be an ambassador which involved her speaking at an event.

Audrey O’Conner was chosen as the ‘face’ of the Campaign and thoroughly enjoyed a day of modelling which result4ed in the photo of her on the cover of the Campaign magazine.  Have a look at the video of Audrey enjoying her day of modelling which has been placed on the SOSUNS website homepage.

Finally, our very own SOSUNS musician, Stewart Abbott, was given the honour of playing a medley of three songs with John Foreman at the Campaign Launch.  John Foreman was thrilled to have the honour of playing with Stewart who did a fantastic job.  Click on this link to watch Stewart.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-ogOB7WhpY

Rain Cannot Spoil SOSUNS’ Christmas Party!

SOSUNS athletes had a great time ‘rocking around the Christmas tree’ at the recent Christmas party.  Games of cricket and a delicious lunch of sausage and salad rolls generously supplied by Franklins and Epping Eastwood Lions Club was enjoyed by all before the heavens opened and we all retreated inside. Read more

A Sad Farewell to Brilliant Basketball Coaches

SOSUNS Thornleigh and North Sydney basketball groups have recently celebrated a great year with parties enjoyed by athlete and coaches.

Sadly, after two years of coaching, Hugh, Lachie, Paddy and Sophie are heading off to travel the world and will therefore not be able to continue coaching at North Sydney next year.  Sports Coordintaor, Tina, responded to this news from the coaches saying, “The coaches have been such a positive influence on our kids!  Their enthusiasm, positive vibe, kindness and skill in not just showing the kids how to play the game but also effectively communicating how it is all done has been brilliant.”

Hugh reflected on his enjoyment of the last two years, “We thank you for giving us the opportunity to coach such great people.  In trusting us you have made the journey a very special one for us all.”

Fortunately we look forward to another fantastic year of basketball as Thornleigh coaches Rod, Josh, Nick and Jeremy and North Sydney coaches Chris and Nick can continue and even bring along some friends to join the coaching team.

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