Girls’ Hockey This season 239 goals have been scored by Kingswood girls; this is not the only statistic that can sum up the season. Here is the 2013 hockey season in numbers: 6: The number of Westwood teams This season the Westwood teams were tested with a more competitive fixture list and ultimately rose to the challenge. The U12s had a tough start to the year. However, their hard work paid off as they persevered and finished the season in fine form. Holly Harris has been influential at centre mid and has been the architect behind many of the goals. Libby Taylor and Francesca Ledbury worked tirelessly in defence, anchoring the U12As at the back. Soraya Yasin injected energy into the B team and Charlotte Scruton showed great potential for the coming years. Emily Vaughan and Georgia Drew were the unsung heroes, always showing determination. The U13A team had a formidable defence line, who were consistently strong and well organised. Hannah Morris held together the mid-field, and Charlotte Cutter was the outstanding forward. The B team showed improvement from the early games to the final 9-0 victory against Pate’s Grammar School. Grace Blackburn’s finishing was of particular value to the side as she signed off the season with four goals.
12 (to nil): The largest goal difference for the U14As The U14s have gained in confidence, implementing tactics with progressive maturity. The U14As scored an amazing 38 goals this season, with Kelly Read top scorer. The key player was Elsbeth Overeynder, controlling the play. Most improved player was Abigail Wylie playing at right back this season. Other impact players have been Natasha Thornton as sweeper with excellent and sometimes fearsome distribution, and Becky Ousby who has wheels instead of feet and has been very influential in attack.
52 Kingswood in Focus
1st XI
Sarah Rawle, Emily Bristow, Anna Bools, Eloise Ball, Ellie Lyne Mr G Opie, Sophie Roberts, Freya Courtaux, Rhiannon Osborne, Ella Reeman, Orla O’Sullivan Maddie Dumpleton, Hattie Leventhal, Ellie Tullberg (C), Meghan Duncan, Olivia Lines
The U14Bs only lost two regular fixtures and their most rewarding win was beating a very skilful Dean Close side 2-1. India Folker was pivotal with her fearsome presence and hunger for the ball. However, the player of the season was Niamh McCarthy whose skills impressed and earned her a call up to the As.
19: Different players have represented the U15Bs This shows the depth of strength within this year group leading to only two losses this year. Top goal scorer was Olivia Sealy, who was consistently alert. Pick of the players, Chloe Roberts, started the season playing in goal and moved outfield, becoming a dominant presence in the midfield. The U15A’s highlight of the season was their 10-0 win against Wells Cathedral School. Issy Broom was a model captain; organised and consistent in mid-field. Robyn Newman was reliable, showing great versatility throughout the season. Lucy Rowlands and Mimi Watts earned the accolade of Players of the Season.
0: The number of U6th girls in the 4th XI After an early defeat by Clifton College, the 4th XI soon started to play as a team, winning against both Prior Park and Bristol Grammar School - no mean feat. Jessie Palmer was instrumental in defence and Emma Narbett’s work rate was remarkable. The girls worked hard and had an enjoyable season led well by Rosie Wakefield. 9: The number of different players who took Rhys* home The 3rd team, the Dragons, had a number of talented players including Rachel Greenslade, who was Player of the Season and Esther Chilver Vaughan who was Most Improved Player. Old hands, Olivia Harris, Hannah Sansford and captain, Josie Fraser, used their experience to good effect playing influential parts in every