Cross Country Race 3
The final race of the Autumn series of cross country events took place at the Vineyards in Tewkesbury and brought with it some great success for Tirlebrook.
Tewkesbury Primary Schools' Sports Network's Cross Country Autumn Term Races - Race 3 - Thursday, 17th October 2019
Our runners put in another quite brilliant effort in the final event of the Autumn series of races in the Tewkesbury Primary School’s Cross Country competition held at the Vineyards. Returning to the original circuit following the changes forced by the flooding last time out, the children knew that a long and tough race was ahead of each of them.
The girls headed out first and an impressive 20-strong team of Y4, Y5 and Y6 runners took to the course to represent Tirlebrook. In another very competitive race, Tilly impressed again, managing to split the Lockley twins to come home in a very impressive 4th place out of 85 runners altogether. Julia was next Tirlebrook girl home in 14th position, followed by Georgiana in 19th. As the girls streamed through the line, several could celebrate earning a personal best (PB) finish: Keira – who has the very strange habit of finishing in exactly the same position as her shirt number! - (23rd), Betsy (43rd), Chloe C (54th), Frankie (59th), Emmie-Grace (60th), Isabelle (63rd), Tianna (70th), Lola (71st), Seren (78th) & Lily (84th). Well done girls – a terrific whole team achievement.
Next up it was the turn of the boys. In what was a highly competitive race, Tirlebrook experienced its greatest success as yet! Four boys finished inside the top 7 in a truly outstanding performance. Ewan crossed the line in 1st position for the third race in succession, although he was pushed all the way and had to work really hard for his victory. It really is sensational to see his continuous achievements and we are very proud of him. Owen came next in a battling 5th position, followed by Finlay finishing with a new PB in 6th and Freddie smashing his PB to finish 7th. And with PBs also for George C and Charlie in 61st and 62nd place respectively, it was a really successful event.
That’s it for cross country for now until the Spring series of races which begin in early February. We are doing well in the competition overall but it may be tough to hang on to the trophies that we won last year. Our boys are currently leading the Large Schools’ Boys Event, although they are being very closely pursued by the John Moore. Our girls are currently lying in second position in the Large Schools’ Girls Event, behind leaders Mitton but being hotly pursued by third-placed the John Moore. The competition is exciting! But beyond this, the commitment, attitude, sportsmanship and teamwork on display from the Tirlebrook girls and boys is what truly makes this competition one of the best in the sporting calendar.
Squad: Charlie A, Tianna B, Owen B, Tilly B, Alex C, Olivia C-H, George C, Peyton C, William C, Isaac C, Chloe C, Georgiana C, Joe C, Seren D, Edward F, Julia G, Katie G, Ewan G, Keira H, Isabelle H, Emmie-Grace K, Paddy M, Isobel M, Lily M, Chloe M, Freddie P, Daniel R, Emily T, Leah T, Frankie V, Lola W, Betsy W & Finlay W
Tirlebrook Primary School
Tirlebrook Primary School is highly committed to PE and school sport. The School Games and its associated values of Respect, Passion, Determination, Self Belief, Honesty and Teamwork are the essential embedded foundations of our approach to PE and school sport as we continue to develop a vibrant curriculum and an exciting array of wider opportunities that promote high quality learning, contribute to healthy lifestyles and provide a breadth of opportunities to organise, participate in and lead in a variety of sports and activities. We are delighted that we are currently holders of the Gold School Games mark - for the fourth successive year.