Thursday 10 April, 2025
Athletics – North Island Secondary Schools Track and Field Championships
During the weekend of 6-7 April, nine talented Diocesan athletes were selected and proudly represented Auckland at the North Island Secondary Schools (NISS) Track & Field Championships, held at Porritt Stadium in Hamilton.

720 competitors from across the North Island participated in the event. Our Dio girls competed across a range of events – from sprints to distance, jumps to throws, and even the steeplechase.

Junior Girls:

  • Sina-Maria Su’a
  • Phoebe Kelt
  • Amy McPike
  • Noomi Riley

Intermediate Girls:

  • Hannah McManus
  • Grace Larsen
  • Isabelle Burton
  • Luisa Haines

Senior Girls:

  • Sophia Haines

Despite the all-weather conditions, from relentless rain to intense sun, our athletes competed with grit, determination, and school pride.

Medal Highlights:

  • Sina-Maria Su’a broke two NISS records in the Junior Girls Discus and Shot Put – taking home double Gold.
  • Hannah McManus dominated the track with three Gold medals in the Intermediate Girls 800m, 1500m, and the U17 4x400m relay.

Notable Performances:

  • Grace Larsen – 6th in U17 2000m Steeplechase with a huge PB
  • Sophia Haines – 4th in Senior Girls 800m, 5th in 1500m
  • Luisa Haines – 6th in 800m, 13th in 1500m
  • Isabelle Brunton – 8th in High Jump
  • Noomi Riley – 15th in 800m
  • Phoebe Kelt – 13th in both 100m and 300m
  • Amy McPike – 14th in 100m, 15th in High Jump

Beyond the podium finishes, it was equally exciting to see the joy, progress, and personal bests from first-time NISS athletes. A massive congratulations to all our athletes.

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