Shire students to attend 2018 Invictus Games
SAY g’day to the royals for us! Students from several Sutherland Shire schools will attend this year’s Invictus Games in Sydney.
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STUDENTS from Sydney’s Sutherland Shire will attend this year’s Invictus Games in Sydney to learn about adaptive sports and be inspired by the competitors.
The Invictus Games created by Prince Harry allow wounded, injured or sick armed services personnel and veterans to compete in games such as wheelchair basketball and sitting volleyball.
Students from Engadine High School, Waterfall Public School and Woronora River Public School will attend the games next month as part of school curriculum themes of inclusion, resilience, service and the healing power of sport.
Heathcote state Liberal MP Lee Evans said the games would highlight the ability and endurance of defence personnel and veterans.
“Local students will now have the opportunity to cheer on Invictus athletes and gain a deeper understanding of the healing power of sport,” Mr Evans said.
Veterans affairs minister David Elliott said almost 200 public schools had signed onto the unique experience.
“One of the most exciting things for a student is when the classroom comes to life and that’s exactly what they will see when competitors from 18 nations compete in sports such as wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball, wheelchair rugby and indoor rowing,” Mr Elliott said.
Invictus Games Sydney 2018 CEO Patrick Kidd said he was looking forward to welcoming students from across the state to the Invictus Games.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for young Australians to learn about the nature within our community, the importance of being resilient and the healing power of sport,” Mr Kidd said.
The Invictus Games will be held in Sydney from October 20-27.