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St Swithun’s Prep School win regional netball title then take silver at nationals |
St Swithun’s Prep School in Winchester were crowned regional champions as they delivered a stellar sporting performance at the IAPS Regional Netball Tournament.
The all-girls squad went unbeaten throughout the whole tournament at King Edwards VI School despite some close games, and claimed a 7-4 victory in a hard-fought final against KES Prep School.
Competing against 15 schools from across the South East of England, Chloe E, Hennie E, Lizzie GB, Willow J, Arabella M, Dominique V and captain, Eva H, showed fantastic teamwork and are thrilled to now have the opportunity to compete at national level.
Team captain, Eva, commented, "Although we were nervous going into the tournament, we were also quietly confident as we have put a lot of work into developing our play and have even been practising every break time. We were really proud to be unbeaten in all of our games, especially the game against Newland House which was the toughest. We learnt a lot as a team throughout the tournament and are really looking forward to seeing how far we can push ourselves against new opposition at the Nationals. We are really excited!"
This win secured their place in the IAPS National Finals where they played against the top 20 schools in the country. Their hard work in training paid off and they took home silver medals at the national tournament.
Head of St Swithun’s Prep, Liz Norris said, "We couldn’t be prouder of our prep netball squad for their dedication and perseverance on the netball courts to become regional champions and then go on to take silver at Nationals. Not only have they accomplished something incredible for themselves, but as year 6 girls they are an inspiration to the younger pupils in our school!"
The whole St Swithun’s community is incredibly proud of the squad’s achievement, and looks forward to supporting further sporting stars coming up through the school.
Match list - Regionals
Portsmouth Grammar School - Won 7-0
Twyford School - Won 6-5
Headington Rye Oxford Prep School - Won 11-1
Talbot Heath Junior School - Won 7-0
Embley Prep School - Won 12-0
King Edward VI Preparatory School - Won 5-4
Finished top of our Pool and progressed through to the Cup competition.
Cup Quarter Final
Cheam School - Won 8-3
Cup Semi Final
Newland House - Won 4-3
Cup Final
King Edward VI Preparatory School - Won 7-4
Find out more about what makes St Swithun’s Prep School so special at our upcoming open afternoon on 16 May at 1:30pm. Book your place here.
