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DIXON This year Dixon House this year set out with the intention of trying to mix the different year levels around and be a closer group than in previous years. Our aim was to make everyone feel welcome and willing to participate in as many House events as possible. Coordinated by Mr White and with the help of a few of the Year 12 boys we were able to organise two House barbeques where the whole House was invited to come down and enjoy some basketball and a free breakfast. The great turnout at these mornings set us up for a successful year in all aspects of the House competition. The year began with the swimming, finishing in fourth place and showing that Dixon was again going to be a strong competitor for the Cock House. Throughout the year Dixon performed outstandingly with every member showing a willingness to get involved and be a part of the House in any way they could. Those who did not want to swim or run in the athletics competed in the debating or chess, and this strong participation is what other Houses sometimes lacked. We were able to field a boy for every single event in each activity and ensured we maximised our opportunities this year. The great year for Dixon culminated in our performance at the athletics, where on the Crowther – the mighty home of football – we were able to walk away with the victory and, arguably, the most sought-after trophy of the House competitions. 108 GRAMMARIAN 2015
At the end of the year Dixon walked away coming second only to Crowther House and the boys should be commended for their efforts throughout the year. Hopefully Dixon can go one better next year. Thank you to Mr. White and all the Dixon form teachers for all of their help and guidance throughout the year, as well as anyone involved with Dixon House in 2015. Nicholas Pavlou, Jandre Olivier and Matthew Nettlefold (Dixon Captains)