Lorem ipsum 18 January 2025 Sport Abingdon Message from Mark Hanslip, Director of Sport This Michaelmas term has seen extraordinary levels of participation and performance in sport. Over 575 pupils have represented Abingdon School across 44 teams and 15 sports. The wide variety of sport offered at Abingdon ensures there is something for everyone. Whether competing in matches or enjoying activities like swimming, cross country, or working out in the gym, pupils are embracing opportunities to challenge themselves and grow. Participation in sport doesn’t have to involve competition - it’s just as valuable for improving social, mental and physical wellbeing. A significant number of pupils engage with sport at a participation level, focusing on discovering lifelong activities and enjoying the intrinsic benefits of staying active. This approach ensures inclusivity, giving all pupils equal access to coaching, facilities and equipment. Below are some of the highlights from this term, including our Team of the Week initiative, which celebrates pupils of all ages and abilities. This inclusive programme will continue to recognise and celebrate our teams throughout the year. As we continue our move to co-education, our plans for sport remain a priority, as this is so important to our pupils’ experience and a key reason why many families choose Abingdon. Our intention is that all sports currently on offer will continue to be available and will be extended so they are also offered to girls. In addition to hockey, football, cricket, rugby, rowing and all the other sports we currently enjoy, we are also planning to add netball and dance to our sporting programme. In November, the U16 tennis team travelled to Nottingham Tennis Centre for the regional finals of the National Championships. Drawn against the favourites for the competition in the semi-finals, the Abingdon team succumbed to the power hitting of Repton School. In the third and fourth place play off, the team secured a draw against Ellesmere College, a school with an attached tennis academy. Well done to Cyrus, Dan, Mikey, Ollie and Bosco for their efforts in the competition. Over the summer holiday, Sixth Former Fin flew to New Zealand to represent England in Fencing at the U20 and U17 Commonwealth Games. Competing in four events, Fin won gold in three - both the U17 individual and team; and in the U20 team. Fantastic news! Fin wins gold National championships regional final
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