Hockey
U13A
Queen’s College U13A were involved in an action-packed encounter against Leweston on Wednesday afternoon, with chances flowing at both ends in an exciting contest.
Queen’s started brightly, dominating the first half with strong attacking play and creating multiple scoring opportunities. However, they struggled to convert their chances, allowing Leweston to stay in the game. As the match progressed, the visitors grew in confidence, stringing together some impressive passing moves that tested the Queen’s defence. Despite the pressure, Queen’s remained strong and resilient, going into halftime with the scores level.
The second half saw an explosion of action, with goals coming at both ends. The highlight of the match was a stunning finish from Freddie, who struck a volley perfectly into the bottom corner – a goal worthy of winning any game. The thrilling end-to-end action kept both teams on their toes, with neither side willing to back down.
In the end, the match finished as a well-earned draw, showcasing the team’s determination and skill. It was an excellent display of attacking hockey, and Queen’s can take great confidence from their performance as they look ahead to their next fixture.
U13B
The Queen’s College U13B hockey team delivered a strong performance in their recent matches against Leweston School and Perrott Hill School, showcasing teamwork, skill, and determination throughout both encounters.
Against Leweston, Queen’s put on an excellent defensive display, with several key tackles and interceptions preventing their opponents from breaking through. Despite creating multiple chances in attack, they were unlucky not to find the back of the net. Their resilience at the back ensured a competitive contest, highlighting their defensive organisation and work rate.
In their second fixture against Perrott Hill, Queen’s looked sharper in attack, making the most of their chances with quick passing and clinical finishing. The midfield worked tirelessly to link play between defence and attack, while the backline remained disciplined under pressure. Their improved attacking efficiency paid off, resulting in a well-earned and confident performance.
Overall, the team displayed impressive progress across both matches, growing in confidence and cohesion. Their commitment and effort were evident, and they should take great pride in their performances. With continued improvement, the squad looks set for a promising season ahead.
U12A
Queen’s College U12A hosted Perrott Hill on Wednesday afternoon in a thrilling and closely contested match.
The visitors started strongly, displaying excellent teamwork and quick passing that put Queen’s under early pressure. Their attacking intent paid off as they found the net early, taking an early lead. Despite the setback, Queen’s responded well, growing into the game and gaining control of the midfield. Their composed passing and movement began to create opportunities, forcing the Perrott Hill defence to work hard.
As the match progressed, Queen’s continued to push forward in search of an equaliser. Their persistence was rewarded in the final moments of the game with a beautifully worked move through midfield. A precise pass split the Perrott Hill defence, allowing Queen’s to calmly slot the ball past the goalkeeper, securing a dramatic last-minute equaliser.
The match ended in a well-fought draw, highlighting Queen’s resilience and determination. It was an excellent team performance, showcasing great improvement and teamwork. The squad will take plenty of positives into their next fixture as they continue their strong season.
U11A
Despite cold and wet conditions, the Queen’s College U11 hockey teams showed great enthusiasm and determination in their fixtures against Perrott Hill and Leweston.
The U11A boys started strongly against Perrott Hill, playing some excellent hockey and scoring three well-worked goals. Their attacking play was sharp, and they moved the ball well to create opportunities. However, in their second game against Leweston, tiredness began to show, and the team had to rely on George in goal, who made some crucial saves to keep them in the match. One key takeaway from the game was the importance of using the width of the pitch to find space and stretch the opposition.
Netball
Despite challenging weather conditions, two of our U11 teams took to the court on Wednesday, embracing the opportunity for competitive play.
The U11B team demonstrated excellent teamwork, moving the ball swiftly down the court. After a few early attempts, they found their rhythm in front of the net and began scoring consistently. With each sixth played, their lead grew, culminating in a well-earned victory.
The U11A team also put in a strong performance, showcasing dynamic play and solid defensive work, leading to key turnovers. Their shooting was effective, and the team worked well together as a cohesive unit.
A fantastic effort from both teams!
