Netball ‘A’ Squad
Match 1: Carlton Club v SHS – Score: Carlton 24 SHS 17
This being our first match, it made us slightly nervous as to what to expect from Bajan netball. Although it was in the evening, it was still very hot and humid which we were absolutely not used to playing in. The team quickly adapted well to the conditions, with everyone putting in a great performance. Our opponents were an adult team from division one and quite possibly the most physical team we have played, with an especially strong defence. Our attack did well to keep the score line tiding over and for this reason Meg was our man of the match.
Match 2: Barnabus v SHS - Score: Barnabus 9 SHS 23
This match was held at the National Netball Stadium. Once again, this game was very physical and we soon realised that this physicality was the Bajan style of play. The overall team performance was outstanding, especially as the sun was shining strongly making the game very warm indeed. However, through teamwork and commitment to achieve, the squad were triumphant in their result. At the end of the match as we did three cheers for AMY, we looked around in confusion, was she their man of the match? It turned out Amy had been asked her name and they thought that Sheffield High was now AMY HIGH!
Netball ‘B’ Squad
Match 1: Carlton Club v SHS - Score: Carlton 28 SHS 8
Having had our match delayed for an hour and, after arriving at the courts, waiting a further 40 minutes, we soon realised that the lifestyle of the Bajan’s was very relaxed. However the laid-back atmosphere of the Bajan’s soon changed on court. It was a tough but enjoyable match and all of the squad should be proud of their performance.
Match 2: Pine Hill v SHS - Score: Pine Hill 5 SHS 17
Match 2 allowed us to SHINE, literally in the sun. This match enabled us to show our skills and to work as a team. We proved this with our victorious result of 17 – 5.
Match 3: Zion Hill v SHS – Score: Zion Hill 13 SHS 15
The third match began with an early start, with all of the squad highly energised and enthusiastic for another win. The opposition was at a similar standard to our own, therefore making the match hard fought. We were successful in our performance, well done to everyone!
Hockey
Great first match against Combermere, winning 5-0! With the help of the back of her stick, Cassie scored a hat trick, securing herself ‘man of the match’. Other goals from Abby and Ibbo proved we could still perform in the scorching heat!
Match reports by Charlotte Burdall
