In lieu of fixtures this half term we have built in some inter-house sport to the programme to allow the pupils to enjoy the competitive element of sport. All of the matches have been played with fantastic sportsmanship, showing great teamwork, respect and fair play. All of the competitions have been tightly fought going down to the last minute, and even seconds in some cases to decide the winners.
Year 6
The Year 6’s House football tournament was an absolute thriller, from first kick to the last. It kicked off with a very close match between Reds and Blues, not really reflected by the final score line. Blues opened the scoring with some excellent interplay between Hattie and Amelia, leading to a fine finish from George C, who struck again to make it 2-0 at the half. The Reds then rallied superbly, Josh dragging one goal back and Eve coming incredibly close on several occasions. Despite the valiant comeback, the Blues proved too strong however, scoring a further 3 late goals, the game finishing 5-1.
Match two saw the Reds in action again against the Yellows and was played with a similar ferocity and high tempo. This time it was the Reds who opened the scoring, Josh scoring an absolute screamer from the halfway line, dipping and curling past the keeper. This however really fired the Yellows into life, great upfront pressure from Amy and Emme leading to 5 unanswered goals, all coolly finished by George R. Again the Reds on the wrong side of 5-1 score line that really didn’t reflect just how close the game was.
A special mention goes to Eve who fought and battled with incredible determination throughout both games. This meant that the final game was to be the tournament decider, a much-anticipated clash between Blues and Yellows. The crowd couldn’t have asked for a closer game, play travelling rapidly from end to end. The Yellows eventually got the initial breakthrough, some smart work from Jay at the back allowing George R to finish a sharp one-on-one. Blues then struck back through a fine George C goal, only for Yellows to equalise within seconds from the kick-off, George R again on target with a long-range effort.
Some superb goalkeeping and defending from Eden and Bella then prevented the Yellows from pulling further ahead, before George C equalised for his team again. It then remained 2-2 into the dying seconds, only moments from penalties when George C provided an inch-perfect cross to Amelia, who calmly found the back of the net to see Blues win 3-2 and lift the overall trophy!
Year 5
Our Michaelmas Term House sports competitions kicked off with a real thriller of a tournament between the Year 5 houses, with the winners not decided until the final kick of the final match! It opened with a cagey, tense 0-0 draw between Yellows and Reds due to some excellent defending by both sides, with Abigail and Aryan both stalwarts at the back for their respective teams.
The second game was a very different affair, which saw Yellows record a fine 5-0 victory over the Blues, Sachin and Evie both devastating in attack. It could however have been a far greater defeat if not for the heroics of Rohan in goal for the Blues, who had an absolute blinder between the sticks. The third and final game again saw an attacking masterclass, this time from the Reds and in particular Kai and Stephanie.
Knowing they needed to win by at least 6 clear goals to lift the trophy, they did exactly that, the final goal coming in the last second to record a fantastic 6-0 victory. This meant that Reds finished top, Yellow in second and Blues in 3rd. A big well done to all of the teams, who demonstrated excellent sportsmanship and teamwork throughout, and a special mention to Rohan, who played his heart out throughout both games, never giving up and never letting his head drop.
Year 4
The inaugural Year 4 football tournament saw three fantastic, highly competitive matches played at real pace. Game one saw Reds take an early lead against the Blue team, due to a well worked team goal, clinically finished off by Charlie. This however really spurred the Blues into life, scoring 4 second half goals to secure a well-deserved 4-1 victory, Grace clinical in front of goal.
The Blues then carried this strong goal-scoring form into their next game against the Yellows, Sam opening the scoring in the first few seconds. Despite a valiant effort, the Yellows struggled to gain any real possession or territory, the game finishing as a 5-0 victory for the Blues. The final game was again a very closely contested affair, both sides searching for their first win. The Yellows were the first to strike early in the second half, some midfield dominance leading to a superb solo goal for Zara. The Reds battled hard, with Bryson coming very close to an equaliser, but just couldn’t find a breakthrough. Yellows then capitalised on some tired legs in the dying moments to score again, wrapping up a fine 2-0 win. That meant that Blues were crowned tournament champions, Yellows the runners-up and Reds finishing in 3rd. Special mentions for both Tegan and Zara who battled particularly hard for their teams throughout.
Year 3
The hotly anticipated Year 3 Tournament kicked off with a highly competitive match between Yellows and Reds. Despite some strong battling by Shayla and Alex G in midfield, the Yellows were the first to break the deadlock, Timi finishing a well-worked team goal. This then opened the floodgates, Sam B adding a further 5 unanswered goals, leaving the score at 6-0 at the half-time break.
Rather than letting their heads drop however, Reds rallied superbly and had the better of the second half. Despite several great attempts, Roisin in particular coming very close on several occasions, they were unable to find the back of the net, the game finishing 6-0 to the Yellow team.
The 2nd game saw the Yellows in action again, this time against the Blues. After a cagey start, it was again Yellows who opened the scoring, thanks to a superb, rasping shot from Edward G-H. The Blues battled back well after conceding, Maggie looking very dangerous upfront. Again the Yellow defence remained unbreachable however, and a breakaway goal from Timi sealed a 2-0 victory for Yellows, also confirming them as House Champions. This meant the final game was a straight shoot out for 2nd place, both the Reds and Blues extremely up for it. The Blues were quickest out of the blocks, Alex T with a super strike low into the bottom corner. Refusing to give up, The Reds fought back valiantly, a great team effort leading to an equaliser just before half-time. After the break the Blues proved simply too strong for a tiring Red defence, Alex T bagging 3 more goals and taking 2nd place overall.
Mr Adkins
Teacher of Boys Games