On Wednesday 24^th August, a Rutherford Year 9 team competed in the Auckland Mathex Competition at the Barfoot & Thompson Stadium, Kohimarama.  This is the first time the competition has been held in three years due to previous Covid restrictions.  The team represented the school with pride and acquitted themselves well.  The combined mathematical talents of Harrison Robb (9WS), Max RobbMarkham (9WS) and Ryan Lee (9WS) were aided by the speedy running ability of Miko Bonkovich (9WS).  The 30 minutes of mathematical problem-solving was hectic as the 140 teams ran to their respective markers.  The team scored in the top half of the competition and was a credit to the school.  The team would like to thank Miss Liu for her attendance as a marker, and the parents who came along and supported, as positive reinforcement is always an added incentive.