Monday, November 18, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Mackay Christian College Teams Dominate F1 In Schools State Finals

Mackay Christian College’s F1 in Schools teams have delivered an outstanding performance at the state finals, making a clean sweep across multiple categories. The event, which took place in Mackay, saw teams from across Queensland, including Townsville and the Gold Coast, come together for a thrilling showcase of innovation, engineering, and speed.

According to a representative from Mackay Christian College, the highlight of the competition was the impressive showing by Team Fusion, who achieved a perfect score of 80/80 in their submissions—a first in the five years the program has been running at the college.

“It’s an incredible achievement for our team,” the representative said. “Scoring 80 out of 80 is something we’ve never seen before, and it’s a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students.”

On race day, the college’s teams excelled, with Team AEROjet, led by Ada and Kaitlyn, taking first place in the cadet category. Meanwhile, in the development division, Team Fusion not only clinched the top spot but also set a new record for the fastest lap in Queensland, breaking the previous time of 1.131 seconds with a new record of 1.125 seconds.

The knockout racing event saw further triumphs, as Team AEROjet secured the title of Knockout Champions, followed closely by Team Fusion. This remarkable performance earned the school the distinction of being the best racing team in Queensland across both the Cadet and Development divisions.

Awards Recap:

Team AEROjet:

• Best Engineered Car

• Grand Prix Champion

• Best Team Poster

• Overall Champions in the Cadet category

Team Fusion:

• Knockout Champions

• Best Engineering Award

• Best Reaction Time

• Grand Prix Champion

• Best Engineering CAD

• Fastest Lap Award

“This has been a fantastic competition, and our students have represented Mackay Christian College exceptionally well,” added the representative. “Their success wouldn’t have been possible without the support and guidance from our school community.”

Congratulations to all involved on their phenomenal achievements, which have put Mackay Christian College at the forefront of F1 in Schools racing in Queensland.

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