Congratulations Elijah Barrett

A big congratulations to Elijah Barrett, our Gould House Captain of Year 12 and Co-Captain of our Senior Basketball team who has just been recruited to represent the University of Santo Tomas (UST) a high profile University in the Philippines famous for their high profile basketball program. UST is famed for their program and ability to develop future professional basketball players for the Philippines Basketball Association (PBA) and we are excited for Eljah’s sporting and academic future. Elijah’s hard work and contribution to the Basketball program here at St Andrews demonstrates his leadership and perseverance throughout his six years at the college. 

Elijah has been involved in the NSW Basketball Metro league and has shown great dedication and commitment in representing Blacktown Storm association. Numerous coaches have played a role in developing Elijah's skills and ability while competing at a division 1 level. It has been an absolute pleasure to witness Elijah’s growth as a player and leader of the College and we look forward to his future professional career with the hope that he eventually plays in the PBA. Special thanks to the basketball program and its continued guidance under Mrs Carlos, Miss Pett, Mr Alata, Mr Dunaeff and Mr Fellows for their continued support and coaching this year as well as Dr Stephen Kennaugh for his continued support of Basketball here at St Andrews College.



Below is a link to the article:

https://tiebreakertimes.com.ph/tbt/ust-secures-commitment-of-6-3-fil-aussie-barret/221448