CROSS COUNTRY
On Tuesday 27th September, 22 students from Year 7 to 12 competed in the Cross Country race at Trelai Park. All the girls did brilliantly, with many of them improving from the previous race two weeks ago. In the Year 8 and 9 race Fiona B (Year 8) finished 9th, and Zoe H (Year 8) finished 27th. In the Senior race (Year 10 to 13) Holly B (Year 10) finished in an excellent 14th place followed closely by Louise S (Year 11) who finished 15th. Well done to all those who competed. The Year 7 competitors were Megan G, Elan J, Sukie W and Caitlin E. The Year 8 runners were Zoe H, Fiona B, Emma S, Katie G, Freya M, Millie C and Rhianne H. The year 9 runners, Bethan L, Larisa B, Katie G, Eadie D and Lydia W. In the Senior Race were Lowri E, Holly B and Jasneet D (Year 10), Louise S (Year 11) and Megan C + Amy T (Year 12).
HOCKEY
Charlotte J (Year 11), Ffion H (Year 10), Sophie G (Year 9), Lily R (Year 9) have been selected for the Under 16s Welsh NAGS Hockey Team, and will be playing in the 'Future's Cup' match against England at the end of October.
U16 Hockey Team played an away game against Glantaf on 3rd October. They played an excellent first half and the score at half time was 0-0. The second half was challenging with Glantaf succeeding in 5 goals but the girls played with enthusiasm and commitment. Well done to all the girls who played!
SKATING
Charlotte H (Year 11) remains an active member of the Wales and West Synchronised Skating Club, Junior Team. This season, her team has won 1 gold and 3 silver medals!
GYMNASTICS
Year 8's Megan D (pictured left) came 2nd place on Sunday 2nd October in the Artistic South East Area on floor.
NETBALL
Year 7 and 9 Netball teams played Radyr on 5th October. Two Year 7 teams played well and gained one win. Player of the Match was awarded to Olivia H and Bella M. It was an early game for the Year 7 girls, who have only had 2 training sessions and are still developing into their set teams at training. Great start to the season, well done girls!
The 9A Netball team won 6-5. At the end of the first half, Howell’s were down 4-1 but had a great come back in the second half, coming away with a win. Player of the Match was awarded to Jessica J.
The 9B Netball team drew 2-2 and fought back from a 1-0 lead by Radyr. Player of the Match was awarded to Olivia D.
The Year 9 Netball team attended the Northern GDST Rally held in Northampton on 4th October. With two substitutes drafted in at the last minute due to injuries, recognitions must be made to Katie G, Lucy C and a special mention to Ava F who stepped in at 6am on the morning of the rally! It was a great experience for the team to attend and play in the U15s, against Year 10 players. The girls played 11 matches over 6 hours, and enjoyed the high level of competition that the rally provided. Annabelle W and Isabelle W were missed and we wish them both a speedy recovery!
