144 | SOTONIENSIS 2016
U14B Netball This term, the U14 B team played a strong season of netball. Although the team has often varied week to week, the girls in this squad played very well together. They came up against some tough teams but always remained optimistic and passionate about playing, constantly wanting to know how to improve themselves. The biggest win of the season for this team was against HCS, where they won 28-10. This was an impressive game and the girls were clearly superior in technique to their opponents which must have been clear to anyone watching. Big wins are a reward to the girls for all the time and effort they have put into practising and improving their skills over the years. This was one of the highlights of their season along with a strong win against Bryanston (23-13), who are often a very tough opponent. The team also had a few close wins against Dauntsey’s and Lord Wandsworth College. These were challenging games and it is credit to the girls that they persevered throughout the entire hour to keep on top of the other team. Although there were two losses during the season both were against incredibly skilled squads, and the girls should be proud that they were able to put up a solid show against these teams. There were many incredible performances to credit. They were a very versatile group, with several players who were comfortable playing multiple positions.
U14C Netball This has been a tough season for the U14 C team due to illnesses, injuries and availability but the girls’ levels of commitment has been fantastic. The first game of the season was against Churcher’s after only a couple of practices. Unfortunately, this meant we lacked teamwork and found it hard to maintain possession. However, the girls’ spirit shone through, keeping the goal line very low. With more training the girls developed the accuracy of their shooting and set pieces resulting in wins over Bryanston and Lord Wandsworth. They should be extremely proud of how much they have developed individually, and as a team, during this season and I hope they continue to enjoy their netball in the future. Well done!
Mrs Penn
Played: 7 Won: 4 Drew: 1 Lost: 2
This was beneficial, particularly during absences and injuries, which tend to throw a team off balance. The captain, Steph Judd, also did a very good job, and was great at pulling the team together during a game. The girls have improved vastly this term, and continue to work as a great team. Hopefully they will continue to do so throughout their remaining years at KES.
Jordan Campbell
Squad members: Olivia Abraham, Zayna Salib, Maisie Molyneux, Stephanie Judd, Amy Boyle, Alice Dyer, Georgia Tomlin, Emily Boxer, Issy Todd, Phoebe Moriarty-Palios, Amy Tunney, Rosie Potter, Charlotte Young, Sarah Macleod, Hannah Loran and Emily Procter.
Played: 5 Won: 2 Drew: 0 Lost: 3
Squad members: Amy Ritchie (C), Emily Procter, Emily Boxer, Emily Price, Sarah MacLeod, Eleanor Yonge, April Hernandez, Isabelle de Merode, Kira Morton, Charlotte Young, Orla Bark, Hannah Loran, Rosie Potter, Georgia Tomlin and Millie Bell.