Quirindi Public School’s basketball teams topped off their PSSA state finals preparation with a surprise motivational training session with Tamworth Thunderbolts gun Kyle Gupton.
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The QPS boys and girls teams were victorious in the recent regional knockout competition in Tamworth and head to Bathurst for the state finals on Sunday.
Only eight teams from around the state have made it through to the final round in each of the boys and girls competitions.
“The kids are super excited to have Kyle come and coach and motivate them just a week out from Bathurst,” Quirindi Public School teacher Tammy McGuckin said.
“Some of these students have been training since November last year to meet their basketball commitments.
“So it is brilliant to be able to reward them with a special treat.”
Both teams are coached by committed Quirindi basketball stalwart Sonja Taylor, who gives up her time each week to support various teams in the district.
“It is an amazing achievement for not only one, but both Quirindi Public School teams to make it through to the final round,” Taylor said.
“These students have shown amazing commitment and continue to improve week by week. It is a pleasure to coach them and see them working together as a team.”
American professional basketballer Gupton has played with the Tamworth Thunderbolts for the past two seasons and is well known for his support of junior basketballers in the region and his emphasis on teamwork and mindset.
