Tennis
After finishing top of their league in the Summer Term, the U16 boys and girls travelled to Sevenoaks last Friday to play in the Southeast knockout stages of the LTA Youth Schools tournament. After a slow start in round 1, the boys regained composure and adjusted to the fast pace of the indoor courts, playing to their strengths and putting up a good fight in the second round. Some high level and impressive doubles points demonstrated by Logan B and Ben A proved entertaining, and the boys made their opposition work hard for the overall win. However it was Jacob T’s performance in his singles which gained the team’s MVP, showcasing excellent baseline exchanges and movement on court.
Drawing the short straw, the girls took to the outdoor courts. With Third Former Olivia M making her debut, the team faced a strong Sevenoaks opposition. Despite some close points, and games that went to deuce many a time, it was not enough to take the overall win on the day. MVP was awarded to Coco M for her dominant 6-1 performance in the singles.
Golf
George G was part of the Sussex U16s golf team who are the SEG League CHAMPIONS 2024, making history being the only county to win the trophy twice. Last time it was won was – to the day – 29 September 2019, five years ago.
Netball
Last Saturday the U18s, U16s and U14s travelled to Roedean to compete the National School Netball Tournament. The U18s delivered a strong performance, securing wins against Roedean, Mayfield and Bede’s. It led to a tough decision when selecting a MVP as every player worked consistently hard; however coaches player goes to Emily M for her superb defensive efforts.
The U16s and U14s faced tough opposition but showed commendable resilience and determination throughout the day. Coaches MVPs are awarded to the defence duo Sophia W and Emily S for the U16s and Lexi P for the U14s.
Badminton Fixture vs Hurst
Lancing hosted its first match of the season against Hurst on Thursday afternoon. A fantastic performance from all the players with some close matches but in the end, it was a strong performance from the Lancing squad, winning 23 – 5. A fantastic start for the Lancing Team.
