The Michaelmas term has featured a series of excellent rugby matches and fierce competition. Following a full and exciting pre-season training program, both at school and Denstone College, the season kicked off with a block of fixtures against The Perse, where the 1st XV secured a commanding win, accompanied by several other highly competitive games. Since then, we've faced strong local teams, including St Joseph's, Finborough, and Felsted. The U12s have been particularly impressive, remaining undefeated at both A and B team levels, signaling a very promising year group for rugby. The U16s are also demonstrating great potential, not only achieving some fantastic victories but also being crowned County Champions, all while not conceding a single try throughout the tournament. In addition to regular fixtures, the 1st XV enjoyed a successful trip to the Merchiston U18 Festival in Scotland, where they performed admirably, securing notable victories against teams like Barnard Castle School before a narrow defeat to Edinburgh Reivers in the Bowl final. Looking ahead to the second half of the term, we are excited for more thrilling matches, including the much-anticipated local derby against Gresham's.

The first half of the Michaelmas term has seen an excellent start to the hockey season, with the girls' teams achieving strong victories and an impressive overall winning percentage. Leading the charge, the 1st team has delivered standout performances across their 16 matches, building on the momentum of a successful pre-season, which included a trip to Nottingham and otable victories against Woldingham and St Theresa's Effingham. During the regular season the girls have played some excellent Hockey, securing good wins against local rivals such as The Leys, RHS, and Culford.  The younger teams are also showing great promise, with the U14s and U15s posting strong records, while the U12As remain undefeated and the U13As have suffered just one loss. The second half of the term promises to be just as exciting, with challenging fixtures against Felsted and Gresham's on the horizon. The Boys' 1st XI has also started their season on a high note, securing two impressive wins against the UEA 1st XI and Oakham School.

On a very special episode of Close Conversations, Upper 6 Pupil, Christopher Doylend, interviews Upper 6 Pupil, Leah Feetham on her unique Independent Project, 'A Glimpse of Us'.