The week in sport
Sports Review
Published Friday 27th September
Saturday 21st September 2024 - Yorkshire Lacrosse Trials
The Yorkshire Lacrosse Trials took place at QM on Saturday, with several girls from Year III to UVI trialling for the U18 and U15 Yorkshire Lacrosse teams. Players from other schools also attended.
The trial consisted of a series of drills in the first half, followed by match play within their age groups to showcase their skills in game situations.
Congratulations to the following girls who have been selected for the U18 and U15 Yorkshire Lacrosse squads:
U18
Olivia B., Elsa S., Eve LT, Isabel B., Freya F., Annabelle H., Isabel R., Poppy R., Celia S., Amelie S.
U15
Izzy A., Evie G., Bronwyn G., Sadie H., Harriet J., Eva R., Cara S., Heidi S., Grace S., Maddie B., Hedi D., Evie H., Emilia R., Annabel S., India T., Amelia W., Polly W.
There are still a few students eligible for trial, and a couple of spots remain, so fingers crossed for more positive news in the near future!
The U18 tournament is on Sunday 10th November at Moreton Hall, and the U15s will compete at QM on Sunday 12th January.
Tuesday 24th September 2024 - Hockey Umpiring Refresher Session by City of York
On Tuesday evening, we were pleased to welcome two visitors from the City of York Hockey Club to run a Hockey Umpiring event at school. Nick Fitton, leader of the Roscoe Anderson Umpire Academy set up by the City of York, and Nathan Ridsdale, who gained his qualification through the academy, led a fantastic session.
This event allowed the PE department and some of our Sports Scholars to brush up on their umpiring skills or experience hockey from a different perspective.
Thank you to all the Year I-IV girls who participated and played, allowing us to practice our skills. A special well done to those who practiced their umpiring: Miss Kilburn, Miss Whittle, Mrs Burton, Mrs Rastall, Emilia R., Emily R., Celia S., Elsa S., and Harriet W.
If you're interested in learning more about the Roscoe Anderson Umpire Academy or getting started with umpiring, please contact Nick Fitton at nickfitton60@gmail.com.
Wednesday 25th September 2024 - Netball Match Report
We had a match against the University of York on Wednesday, which provided great training and an opportunity to play against older, more experienced players.
QM started brilliantly, taking the lead in the first quarter and showcasing their strength in defending, turning over possession, and transitioning smoothly to attack. As the game progressed, York increased their attacking pressure, challenging our defence, who managed to prevent some goals but not all.
The game was end-to-end with equal possession from both sides, but York ultimately converted more chances. QM played exceptionally well against a strong York team and did themselves proud.
Congratulations to Jemima P., who played in goal for the first time ever and did a fantastic job saving some great shots. She was voted joint Player of the Match alongside Isabel B., who had an outstanding game, mainly in defence, but also taking the ball up to attack and scoring a fantastic goal.
The final score was a loss for QM, but it was a great game, and we look forward to meeting York on the pitch again.
Upcoming Fixtures
Monday, 30 September 2024
- 14:30 Hockey Fixtures
Girls-U18A vs The Grammar School at Leeds Details
Tuesday, 1 October 2024
- 14:30 Netball Fixtures
- Girls-U16A vs Y&D Schools Netball Tournament Details
- 19:00 Netball Fixtures
- Mavericks B vs Selby Lightning Details
Thursday, 3 October 2024
- 19:30 Netball Fixtures
- Mavericks A vs Haxby Hurricanes Details
- tbc Hockey Fixtures
- Girls-U14A vs County Round T2 National Details
Saturday, 5 October 2024
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