KS3 INTER COMMUNITY CHALLENGE RESULTS TERM 4

CHAMPIONS ** SOMERVILLE (913) **
2nd PLACE FARADAY (863)
3rd PLACE BRUNEL (823)
4th PLACE TURIN (671)

CLUBS HAVE STARTED!!
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FRIDAY 28TH MARCH 2008: STAFF versus YEAR 11

STAFF-1 YEAR 11-3

The long awaited ‘Fabulous Friday’ Game of the Season took place on Friday at ETC – The annual Staff Vs Year 11 football match.

The Staff team were missing Mr. Raybould (Injured) and Mr. Stewart (Late – Don’t worry, he received a detention), but otherwise were at full strength. The Year 11 fielded the A team, plus Danni Chapman and Chelsea Walder from the successful girls football team.

The opening exchanges were even, with some strong, but fair tackles being made, especially Mr. Moore’s ‘Reducer’ on Walder. The Staff team could only muster some long range efforts on goal as the game was very scrappy in the early stages. The Year 11 team made the breakthrough after 10 minutes, when a good through ball by Fred Pope caught the staff back four too high up the pitch, which let the unmarked Ben Clarke run clean through and slot the ball past Mr.Hobbs with a fine finish with his shin. The staff team were shocked by this unexpected score line and Clarke should have scored a second when put through just minutes later in an identical situation.

The Staff gradually started to put some moves together and Mr. Turner, Mr. Ellis and Mr. Moore all had opportunities to equalise, but they could not find the target.

At half time, several changes were made to both teams, and the game opened up with more chances being made. Mr. Stewart should have scored in the first minute of the half, but could only kick clean air. The turning point of the game happened 10 minutes into the second half when a great run by Mr. Moore was cynically ended in the penalty box by a crude tackle by Chapman. Miss Abdalla had no option but to award a penalty. Some expected a red card, as she was denying a clear goal scoring opportunity, but it was not forthcoming. Mr. Moore stepped up to take the penalty, but he smashed it against the bar and the ball rebounded away to safety. Further chances for Mr. Moore and Mr. Ellis came and went, and Luke Gower made a great save from Mr. Sams. The Staff were getting frustrated and the petulant Mr. Bowles was booked for arguing with the referee.

Against the run of play, a corner from Barney Feek was headed in by the unmarked Fred Pope to make it 2-0. It was soon 3-0 when Mr.Hobbs fumbled a long range effort and Cory Godwin followed up like a young Kevin Davies to score from one inch. Feek had a great chance to make it 4-0, but Hobbs made
a great save at his feet.

The staff team continued to press for a goal, but the ball just would not break. With 2 minutes left, the staff grabbed a deserved goal when Mr. Bowles beat 8 players and rounded the goalkeeper 3 times before getting down on his knees and heading the ball into the net. (This is what he said happened anyway).

The game finished 3-1, which was played in a great spirit for the whole match.

The staff have learnt a lot in this defeat – We now know how it feels like to be Arsenal – We dominate the game and don’t get a suitable reward.

Man of the Match: JACK SALT “Solid in defence and some good balls forward.”
Mr. Moore.

WE ARE NOW COLLECTING ACTIVE KIDS 08 SAINSBURYS VOUCHERS. PLEASE HAND THEM INTO THE PE OFFICE.

Wednesday 19th March: YEAR 8 GIRLS FOOTBALLETC 0 WILLINGDON 1

We were unlucky in this game as we had a lot of the possession, but couldn’t seem to hit the ball on target. We had many powerful runs coming from Immy Robinson and Rachel Gunn, however unfortunately the ball would not drop for us to have a real crack at goal. Tanya Gregory came on as super sub and nearly scored with her first touch, only to see her effort fly wide of the left post.Willingdon won a free kick near the edge of the D and switched on before any of the ETC girls, took an early shot and caught the ETC defence and keeper off guard to score. Despite many efforts ETC could not equalise.

MOM: RACHEL GUNN: “Strong in goal during the first half, effective passing when on pitch; unlucky not to score”.

Wednesday 19th March: YEAR 7/8 GIRLS FOOTBALLETC 0 WILLINGDON 8

Despite an enthusiastic approach to the game from the girls, we were outplayed in every position. Willingdon had some very strong experienced players that play regularly outside of school, which made it near on impossible for us to settle on the ball. Some good saves came from Jordanna Quinnel, but Willingdon were just too strong for us. Holly Marshal and Vicky Davies battled well going forward but we never got a clear chance to shot. Great effort from all involved.

MOM: VICKY DAVIES: “Did not shy away from any tackle and showed great strength and determination”

Friday 14th March: SPORTS RELIEF RUN A MILE

The PE department kicked off sports relief weekend with a sponsored mile run around the school field.

Students and staff were asked to contribute £2 and run/walk/skip/ 3 legged race whatever they could do to complete the mile circuit.
The atmosphere was good and students who took part really embraced the idea of harnessing sport to give a very powerful message about the lives of less fortunate children around the world, and raise money at the same time.

The Elite group was won by Year 9 Billy Alsop, and a special mention goes to the girls that ran a 3 legged race in fancy dress; Zoe Drummond, Eve Drummond and Amy Hylands.

£150 was raised and will be sent to the sport relief fund.
The PE department would like to say a big thank you for the efforts of every student
that took part, and to Lorraine Lynch for organising the event.

17th March Sport's roundup

Tuesday 4th March: YEAR 8/9 RUGBY TOURNAMENT

ETC entered the Eastbourne and inter-partnership schools rugby tournament held at Eastbourne RFC. The first game was against Ratton who caught us cold, poor defensive play and a lack of effective tackling by ETC lead Ratton to a victory that they did not deserve. Match 2 saw ETC play Cavendish who were technically the best team there, but ETC have Ty Berry, and Billy Alsop whose exciting runs kept the crowds warm. ETC turned out winners in a close fought game.Match 3 saw Willingdon push ETC to the limit, excellent defensive play by Jo Marodza, Dale Parsons and the man of the match and indeed the tournament captain Jake Wallis playing on despite an ankle injury (Dunkirk Spirit!); good support from the year 8 students who played their hearts out; and hopefully learnt something from the experience. In the end ETC won by 2 clear tries, and indeed going onto win the tournament on points. The team go on now to represent the Eastbourne area in a county tournament, for the 1st time.

Wednesday 5th March: Year 9, 10 and 11 RUGBY MATCH (Friendly)

The next day ETC played in a friendly against Mr Turners old school Lewes Old Grammar, despite great tries from captain Fred Pope (who led by example) and the pacey Ty Berry, Lewes Old Grammar school proved to strong. Man of the Match was Cory Goodwin whose excellent tackling is what all the team must do to progress further. Lewes Old Grammar school had 2 Sussex schools players and 1 English schools player in their squad. The match was played in an excellent spirit, and was a great example of school boys’ rugby at its best. Hopefully ETC will have learnt something from it.Many thanks to Mr Ellis, Mr Turner, Mr Upton, Mrs Sturgess, all PE staff, and the boys and girls from year 9 for their support in the tournament.

Monday 10th March: TABLE TENNIS

Hannah Blundell, Charleigh Crotty, Grace Costello and Chelsea Walder all travelled to Bishop Bell for ETC’s first ever girls table tennis match.They each took on two players from Bishop Bell in a best of 3 sets matches. The girls were a resounding success, with Walder, Costello and Crotty winning both games and Blundell winning one and losing the other.The Year 9 girls then took on the Bishop Bell team in a doubles match and won 2-0. Congratulations to the girls on a successful night. Mr. Moore

ROUND UP OF THE GIRLS BASKETBALL:
YEAR 7 TEAM

Monday 14th Jan: CAVENDISH 12 ETC 12

Tuesday 15th Jan: BISHOP BELL 28 ETC 30

Monday 4th Feb: HAILSHAM TOURNAMENT WINNERS

Wednesday 13th Feb: WILLINGDON 14 ETC 24

Players

KaylaMcCarthy

HollyMarshall

HollyCarter

PaigeMoss

YasmineScott

EveDrummond

AbbieSanders

Congratulations to the unbeaten year 7 league winners for such a successful basketball season. Hard work and commitment has really paid off for them and I hope we can continue with this success over the next few years.Well done all, you have been a joy to work with.

YEAR 8/9 TEAM

Thurs 10th Jan: BISHOP BELL 20 ETC 22

Tues 29th Jan: RATTON 10 ETC 65

Tues 5th Feb: HAILSHAM TOURNAMENT: 2nd PLACE (YEAR 8s Only)

Weds 6th Feb: HAILSHAM TOURNAMENT WINNERS (YEAR 9s Only)

Weds 13th Feb: WILLINGDON 6 ETC 22 (Year 8s only)

Thurs 15th Feb: ETC 60 WILLINGDON 2 (year 9s only)

Tues 4th March: CAVENDISH 6 ETC 54

Year8 Players

Immy Robinson

Sapphire Haydes

Chloe Baker

Kirsty Timms

Mel Albrow

RachelGunn

Year 9 Players

HannahBlundell

CharleighCrotty

ShantelleOmar

JessGouviea

EmilyGillam

LolaOlusanya

Jaz Izzard

Congratulations again to the year 8/9 squad for another successful basketball season.

Unbeaten this season and beating local favourites Bishop Bell, the girls have now become a confident; well established team with great potential. An exciting squad with some phenomenal individual talents, I look forward to seeing how far their talents will take them in the next 2 years.

Well done Girls.

The year 7 Basketball team:

Unbeaten this year in the league and also won the annual Basketball tournament held at Hailsham sports college.