Quad Dash 2009

The annual Quad Dash is fast becoming a major event on the calendar. Although not a traditional athletics race, it is an exhilarating affair of pace, power and passion. The corridors were lined with eager spectators searching for ways to encourage their House representatives and they were not to be disappointed.

The first race was the U14 Girls’ event and it was clear after the bend that Shannon Tilly was in complete control. Her time of 1.02.79 would eclipse all the girls’ races to follow. Jan Jerling had to endure some rather dubious tactics from opposition before he finally broke free to canter home. Ryan Brain proved it was not a race for ‘sissies’ as he crossed the finish line in horizontal fashion.

Domenica Pupillo and Kirk Trytsman both powered their way home with ease in the U15 event, but the fight for runner-up was vicious with Victor Malaza and Cloudia Howe eventually pulling through. In the U16 race Emma James stole the thunder, but Simone Vosloo was a close second. The boys fought all the way and a terrific final assault saw Chris Schoeman home split seconds ahead of Filipe Hovens.

The final event saw new champions in the Open category with Nisa Mnisi pipping old man Keith Trytsman to the finish line. Kirstie Howe showed the tenacity she has delivered the entire year in storming home ahead of a determined Gretchen Dietz.

The final results were tantalizingly close and although College House only limped home in 3rd place, they were a mere 3 points off the target. Bishop and Founders eventually each took home 57 of the 168 points on offer to share the spoils.

Well done to all those who participated.