Weekly Sports Report
Another successful week for Wrekin Sport, with strong performances across hockey, rugby and netball, alongside encouraging results in cross country and other fixtures.
Hockey
The Lancaster Under 13s beat Adcote School 5–2, while the Under 12s secured an 8–2 victory. The 1st XI travelled to Oswestry School, returning with a hard-fought 2–1 win.
The Under 13s and Under 12s faced Ellesmere College, recording impressive victories of 6–0 and 9–2 respectively. Well done to all teams on another successful week.
Rugby
The Under 16s played out a competitive 12–12 draw against KES Birmingham on Wednesday. The match featured an excellent try from Tom and Finn, alongside strong performances from Fin, Eric and Tom.
The Under 14s and Under 15s faced St Joseph’s College. The Under 14s battled hard against a physically strong opposition and scored an excellent team try through Monty. Oscar also impressed with his defensive work in a 35–7 defeat. The Under 15s secured a convincing 43–7 victory, showcasing excellent attacking play and strong breakdown skills. A well-executed line-out move down the blind side was a particular highlight.
Netball
The 1st team produced a dominant 70–11 victory over Ratcliffe College to progress to the next round of the National Cup. The team also competed in the Independent Schools League tournament, alongside eight of the country’s top netball schools. They recorded wins against Wales Under 19s and St Swithun’s, drew with Hurstpierpoint, and narrowly lost to both Solihull and Millfield.
The Under 16s retained their County Championship title, securing their place in the Regional Finals. Congratulations to the team on another outstanding achievement.
Cross Country
The boys’ and girls’ teams recorded another set of strong results in the Telford League. Both teams continue to improve week by week, with their efforts and enthusiasm to be commended.
Football
The senior boys’ team faced Shrewsbury School in a competitive and well-contested match, but were unable to secure the win.
Badminton
Wrekin welcomed Concord College for a challenging fixture. The team held their own in several games but were unable to take a game against strong opposition.
Volleyball
The team travelled to Oswestry School for their latest fixture. Although they were unable to secure a win, they produced some promising passages of play.
Golf
Wrekinians travelled to Little Aston Golf Club for the annual OWA Golf Tournament, competing for the JS Kerr Scratch Trophy, the Nett Trophy and the Colonel Neill Foursome Trophies.
Hugo was named the best Wrekin player and also won the Foursome competition. Congratulations on both achievements.
