Malvern View Lent 2017

M ALVERN VIEW Issue 27 | Lent 2017

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Olivia Behan: photography on the Malvern Hills

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From the Headmaster

Business acumen

of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) upon which the day’s competition was based.

Fourteen teams from schools around Worcestershire took part and hand to guide and assist. Our team was four where other schools had

At the end of this term as we begin to also look back in these pages on the three months during which so many pupils enjoyed the fullness of a Malvern education and made their mark. You

of areas in which pupils have raised

as the cause for praise) they were able to use their business knowledge impressively effectively. understanding of the issues and how they were able to convey their analysis succinctly in the four-minute presentation they delivered.

The Malvern team was pleased to be one of four teams invited presentations to a panel of senior business executives. In a truly nail-

sport. One of the events which may be unique to Malvern is Culturama: every second year there is a festival at which our community demonstrates through what is so special about the country from which individual pupils come.

of each nation and learned about life elsewhere. Indeed one of the most in the 21st Century lies in the ability to understand the people of other countries and to empathise with other cultures. For the young people of this

economy is growing and where the sort of skills acquired through the best of a British education are needed.

Antony Clark Headmaster

quality of their presentation; the technical knowledge they had applied and the appropriateness of their strategic advice. They go through as

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Oxbridge offers for Malvern College pupils of places at Oxford and Cambridge Universities. to read Architecture

watched these pupils develop in academic strength over the years and we are delighted that they will have the opportunity to enjoy the stimulation and challenge of being at Oxford

read PPE Natural Sciences

in their future academic careers�.

read Mathematics Chemistry.

150 years of Malvern College – a new film

www.malverncollege.org.uk/Our-History

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‘She-wolves of resistance: nuns and the Reformation’ delivered her lecture to groups studying History in the Hundred and the Sixth Form. This talk provided a good sometimes violent opposition by nuns to the advancing perspectives on this aspect of Medieval History. It was particularly interesting to learn that nuns resisted change

stability in the lives they held dear.

Mandarin Chinese Speaking Competition

place.

This year it was apparent that the popularity of the

Chinese language. I am very glad to have been a part of it.

UK Mathematical Trust Senior Maths Challenge In the recently held Senior Maths Challenge our pupils achieved some outstanding results.

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Malvern College Hong Kong all-weather sports pitch.

International Baccalaureate curriculum at both primary and secondary levels.

rounded education for local and expatriate families.�

we will adapt the traditions of a British boarding school to an international day school setting to enable the holistic education of every child. We will balance academic excellence pastoral care and a strong community ethos.�

Technology Park and the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

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Squadron Trophy Competition Cpl O’Gorman showed outstanding leadership during the

perseverance prevailed in all of the stages and this was highly in this competition.

(No.6) was named Best Female Cadet in the infamous Bleep

perfect twenty out of twenty on all targets.

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Winter Skills training in the Cairngorms The CCF enjoyed a very successful trip to the Cairngorms

heavy fall of snow meant that there were plenty of chances to experience the full Scottish winter.

The group took part in activities that covered the use of and navigation. Everyone adopted an energetic approach and the highlight of the week was an overnight trip to a remote with bothy olympics were enjoyed by all.

CCF Contingent Commander

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Culturama to stalls showing off a range of countries and cultures that national costume from countries as as far apart as Ukraine and

all to sample.

The colourful displays and vast array of food available for us to try kept the various stalls busy throughout the evening. The event was a wonderful demonstration of the differences in our backgrounds that have brought us all to the same place and the mutual interest that this generated in us all is one of the many ties that binds the College community together.

Olivia Behan Photography at A level. She is a talented is currently experimenting with the use of mirrors. There was great scope for her creative ideas at her latest shoot on the top of the Malvern Hills where she achieved some thought-provoking images. this is apparent in her work. She likes the viewer. Her work is featured on the

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Matilda Hyde-Thomson Matilda’s (No.8) GCSE Art coursework this year has focused on the unexpected effects of water on other liquids and colour. By looking at the work of a number of contemporary adopting both a set of rules and a controlled use of chance in her decision-making. Through this process Matilda

current work has been made on a large scale and employs chance processes involving the spraying of inks and masking experimentations and is visually similar to aspects of Matilda’s photography. On close inspection these large scale works together.

This was initially recorded through an impressive set of photographs and led to a synthesis of these two areas. The

Artist Nicole Mortiboys visit to the Lindsay Art Centre (@nicolemortiboys) where new work is posted regularly.

with pupils about her work.

The afternoon began with a short presentation of Nicole’s

Nicole’s work involves the sourcing of banal imagery and performing simple self initiated tasks. Through a certain amount of synthesis (i.e. making the decision to place one work or object with another) these often strange starting points reveal far more complexity than may be observed at

projection space followed by a wide ranging and absorbing discussion about her work with pupils and staff. website nicolemortiboys.co.uk and her Instagram page

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Abi will run the London Marathon for charity

Abi will represent the ‘KidsOut’ charity for which she

tough seven and three-quarter mile race up and over the

very different experience. The distance is longer than I have tackled before and it is a road race; mostly at school I run cross country. I am really looking forward to the occasion and experiencing the atmosphere of the event and hope that I can reach my target for the charity.” www.justgiving.com/Abigail-Cunningham

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No.6 win the Beachcroft Shield The Beachcroft Shield is one of the oldest awards made in inter-house competitions at MaIvern. This year No.6 became

and Phillip Blesinger (No.7). The overall winners were No.6.

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The Pants Project heart.

Küster-Hauser syndrome (which means I was born without a womb) whilst I was a pupil at Malvern and I must admit that

to be the right place for me.

At Oxford Brookes University I made a fresh start to study

a message of empowerment to women to increase their Never underestimating the power of a good pair of

www.thepantsproject.com where there is news of various

Thank you so much for your support – may the power of pants be with you!

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The Roger Gower Memorial Fund and held a panini break-time just before Christmas.

Freddie and Will who are enthusiastic about supporting this teamwork and planning produced tasty results with Castro (our best supporter) devouring two!

ingredients.

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How do you add an infinite number of things?

If you’ve ever watched ‘Mean Girls’ and wondered about the class or how to answer her infamous question in the State

this university (and IB Higher level option) level mathematics

have everyone move to the room with a number twice the one they are already in. This leaves the odd number rooms free for the new guests). Having got an idea on what an was then tackled.

Following a quick digression to show that essentially you

be useful. The reason is that in the real world we never need If we have a really complicated equation or formula that

all do their work.

The audience were attentive and keen to answer all the questions that came their way during the talk as they tried to

possible to eat but impossible to ice Gabriel’s wedding cake. and our complex formula is then replaced by a simple one.

Unsolvable problems become solvable (approximately at

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before it exploded. This act of bravery saved the life of a private soldier who had been overcome by fear and was unable to escape the trench with the other men.”

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Priory Lunchbox Concert A large and appreciative audience greeted Malvern College series in Great Malvern Priory in February. The College was performed a programme of seven items. performed with their customary disciplined and forthright

‘Geistlicheslied’ by Brahms followed before Howard Goodall’s

great panache. First up was Alan Menken’s theme music to numbers in the Glenn Miller style – ‘The American Patrol’ by

the point where a young member of the audience was seen the many compliments made to us afterwards and it was clear how much our music is admired by the town community.

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Winner of the Oxford University Composition Competition is the winner of this year’s prestigious Oxford University Music Composition Competition. We congratulate Aaron on this impressive accomplishment.

scholarship to Hertford College and a choral scholarship at was clear that his interest lay in composition.

Aaron achieved a great deal in his music at Malvern College. He arranged and directed SH’s entry to the House

also conducts the Hertford College Chapel Choir. He formerly conducted the Oxford University String Ensemble and the Aaron has recently been commissioned to arrange this work

in several theatre productions as well as writing the score for

school and sang in both the College’s Chapel and Chamber Choirs at Malvern. At Oxford University Aaron is a composer

history that can be viewed at: www.malverncollege.org.uk/ Our-History

range of compositional interests from instrumental music to

this music”.

Aaron founded and conducts the Addinsell Sinfonia; he

Chloe is awarded a scholarship at the Birmingham Conservatoire Chloe Underwood (No.4) has been awarded a scholarship to study at the prestigious Birmingham Conservatoire of

developing her singing. She is a regular performer as a soloist in the many concerts that the College put on and is a member of both the Chamber Choir and the College Choir. She has productions and is now looking forward to taking her career on to the next stage.

everyone else shares my passion. One day I hope to follow in the footsteps of other opera singers and perform at Covent Garden.”

We wish her every success.

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Plugged/Unplugged

that this Plugged/Unplugged series is going from strength to strength.

Christmas

Showjumping success for Olivia Davies Schools Equestrian Association (NSEA) showjumping event in Bedfordshire for which schools from all over the country have to qualify. Competing in the

Victory for Harry and Mr Splodge Harry Myddelton (SH) has moved on to the jumps this year riding a horse called Mr Splodge. Harry made a fantastic start

bright indeed for this talented jockey!

Well done.

School House

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Guy Disney makes history in the Walking with the Wounded expeditions amputee jockey to win at a professional racecourse in Britain.

Guy is 34 years old and since losing his right leg below the knee whilst serving in Afghanistan in

Cup at Sandown last month to make history. The and for horses owned or leased by those who are

respectively. He returned to Malvern College in

to overcome.

Guy continues to gain great respect for his understated determination.

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‘Hairspray’: The Senior Play Set against the backdrop of the American civil rights Tracy Turnblad – a big girl with big hair – who dreams of dancing on the Corny Collins show and winning the heart of From the moment she launches the production the

Blond and Beautiful was mightily impressive.

(No.3) performed the role faultlessly capturing brilliantly band. Heather Fryer’s costume design for this production was superlative. Sue Close’s choreography of the multiple production numbers was a tremendous highlight of this tremendous aplomb. Eliott Gilling-Smith (No.5) as largerthan-life Edna Turnblad was hilarious and Amelia Wilson

Amber.

Sainsbury-Plaice (No.1) had excellently honed his Elvis Presley-

in the various production numbers added to the youthful exuberance and visual spectacle.

At the curtain-call there echoed a rapturous applause; this was clearly a show that manages to weave its core messages of inclusion and social acceptance with a bucket load of laughs leaving its audience departing the theatre with a warm ‘You Can’t Stop the Beat!’ Bravo.

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House Play Competition: the adjudication

By Nigel Turner, former Director of Drama 1984-2003 of this year’s House Plays seemed to fall neatly into variations on three separate themes. Friday’s offerings presented us with

teamwork of the whole ensemble as well as strong individual special mention. The play gained awards for the Technical

after. On Saturday the mood changed to one of endurance A change of tack for No.6’s version of ‘Saturday Night public and private life based on the cult NBC satire vehicle on The weekend started with No.4’s adaptation of ‘Twelfth major strength of this production was the way in which the cast managed to combine a proper respect for Shakespeare’s original language whilst giving full value to the modern oneliners which were a feature of this version. The adjudication panel praised both cast and chorus but lamented that there

appreciation they received in applause from the audience.

the hostility of native Americans and of wild animals. What No.5 also produced a noteworthy chorus in their version No.1

commitment by the whole cast. Hamish Catto was awarded Best Actor for the bold and clear playing of his role. merry men of No.7 who are evidently maintaining a tradition of including as many in the House as possible on the stage.

A cast of thousands and extravagant use of costume made this production hugely entertaining and who will forget the Saturday’s programme began with No.3’s ‘Peter Pan’ which launched the audience in a series of imaginative leaps to Neverland. This was a creative production with good lighting effects and projected images. The success of

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was so impressive about this production was that the whole generosity and a shared sense of purpose on this challenging project. This was endorsed by the adjudication panel (also present at the rehearsal stage) who deemed this House worthy winners of the award for Best Ensemble.

No.4

which all the elements of the production twisted chaotically

each House director and expressed his thanks for the sheer vitality and variety presented in the dramatic productions viewed each evening by a capacity crowd of House

British and essentially silly but warmly responded to on the night. In some of the material it was observed that a sharper to amuse which they did. a mixture of cartoon and slap-stick. This production was thin on plot but that was made up for in terms of exuberance.

The whole company seemed united in their determination to

Best Actor: Hamish Catto (No.5) Best Actress: Imogen Cole (No.4) Best Technical: No.3 Best Entertainment: No.1 Best Ensemble: No.2 Best Play/production: No.3

but the tone was consistently goodhearted. For the sheer No.5

Best Entertainment.

Number 8’s ‘Bedtime Stories’ had a twist. The two fairy stories were an uneasy compromise between modern

style between the sections which gave unity of purpose to the whole. Altogether a highly satisfying and thought-provoking School House swept us into the Malayan jungle in British patrol becomes increasingly aware of the proximity of by the presence in their midst of a captured enemy soldier.

The SH cast successfully established the complexity of the shifting patterns of relationships and did well to show the fatal disintegration of order under extreme circumstances.

This was an ambitious choice of play presented with integrity.

Great credit to SH for tackling a piece full of dramatic

followed Alice into her dreamworld of Wonderland. Alice

well depicted in a series of vivid cameo performances and

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‘The Mobile Phone Show’: a Remove production ensemble cast performing a series of vignettes that focused on the roles mobile phones play in our lives. The play is described

cast of 28 presented this entertaining and thought-provoking piece of theatre with considerable panache.

strong production. The message behind the play was one we could all heed – it not only spoke to teenagers in the audience slavish devotion to the mobile phone.

‘After Juliet’: the Scholars’ Play is the question posed by Sharman Macdonald’s play and weighty performances which had pathos and character.

The production team worked immaculately well together; in teen angst and romance. design sealed the play’s success. A tremendous production

piece of theatre.

plot and whisper against her.

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Alina Allison

Edmund Thurlow

Audition success!

Alina’s most recent performance at Malvern College was as (No.4) who have successfully auditioned for roles in the Malvern Theatres Young Company production of ‘The

recent performances at Malvern College was in ‘The Mobile

(SH) who will appear in the company’s production of ‘Guys Alina will play the role of Mary Warren and Siima the role of Tituba in the Arthur Miller classic when it is staged in in the forthcoming Foundation Year production of ‘Treasure Island’. ensemble in the musical when it is performed in September.

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Medical detection dogs Dr G. Farrer-Brown (OM) disease by identifying minute odour changes that signal an impending change in the condition of the patient.

The dog alerts the patient to take preventative action. is an eminent histopathologist whose area of special knowledge is prostate and breast cancer. He explained how the important early detection of technology has evolved that employs dogs to discover the disease.

are able to monitor steroid hormones in patients suffering from Addison’s disease. Some dogs are even able to detect nut allergens and this can even be used to prevent nut allergy sufferers from entering a room if the space is contaminated with a nut product. preventing regular emergency call

million receptors in their noses compared to the Head of Biology way to explain how they can seconds and positive samples in

prostate cancer in urine samples.

But we do know that cancer changes body cells causing them to produce volatile organic compounds. These volatile organic compounds enter the bloodstream and are excreted in urine or exhaled in breath.

develop an ‘electronic nose’ that will assist in the early detection of cancer by way of non-invasive testing.

Medical Alert Assistance an emergency in sufferers of a range of conditions from diabetes to Addison’s

From Planck’s Constant to quantum mechanics Dr F Gonnella, Birmingham University

one of the fundamental constants of the universe came from – Planck’s constant.

In his fascinating talk he guided us with the misguided thoughts of Aristotle to Galileo’s development of rigorous was established he summarised the state

Planck came up with quantised energy levels as a means of explaining the ultraviolet catastrophe.

The talk was well pitched and the pupils were enthusiastic about learning how quantum mechanics has been

in this area of Physics and enabling us to understand some deep thinking science!

Pipped at the post!

A team of four pupils competed in the West Midlands

tiebreaker round.

and Tash quickly got our campaign back on track in the team round for correctly identifying ions and compounds in the forensic analysis questions and this shunted us far into the lead.

Kind Edward’s began to gain ground steadily

Esther Woods (No.3) and Molly Gibbard (No.4) in the minibus as the pupils tested themselves on

to ease the pain a little. The pupils enjoyed the experience and are eager to see if they can progress further in the same competition next year.

Widening education in science entertain. Several of our Sixth Form pupils gave lectures in science to members of the Foundation Year; we hosted lecturers from the University of Sixth Formers delivered a superb lesson to pupils and teachers visiting from

Boom in the room

performed utterly breathtaking experiments that had the audience on the edge of their seats. He discussed the properties of various everyday products with to exploding hydrogen balloons and explained electric one. From exploding cans with liquid dioxide (the same phenomenon occurs in

with the exciting pops and bangs. The pupils were so excited by what they had seen that they didn’t want the show to stop!

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A garden in a jar

illustrating the reactions that take place in chemistry. There were gasps and exclamations as the magical colourful forests appeared before their eyes.

The second task they set for these young pupils was to investigate circuits in series and parallel to see which might be the best to use for

nervous system. The pupils investigated how quickly they could catch instructions: or with eyes shut and with just the sense of touch in the form of a tap on the shoulder. They found it interesting that they could to indicate when the ruler was beginning to fall – which they all found

teachers and the Malvern College pupils had a wonderful time exploring make excellent scientists in the future!

Christmas lectures for the Foundation Year At the end of term six courageous Sixth Formers took to the lectern to give a series of Sixth Form Science Christmas lectures to the Malvern College Foundation Year.

running shoes. Is it better to have cushioned trainers or a ‘bare-

and then with no cushion. It seems that removing the cushion does very little to reduce the impact of one upon the other.

Annika added evidence drawn from studying the Tarahumara barefoot or in just a simple shoe with a thin sole and a lace. that the process cannot occur faster than the speed of light! concept of compounds that have mirror images and the different biological properties of these ‘right’ or ‘left’ handed compounds.

Samples of caraway and spearmint (which are actually identical compounds but for their mirror image construction) were passed around the audience to show this effect.

Carolina Soares (No.3) gave the third lecture; a very colourful presentation that explained why the sky is blue and sunsets appear red. Starting with the concept of the rainbow where white light is divided into its component parts.

Carolina looked at which colour had the most and which the least energy and she also investigated which colour refracted the most and why blue light is more scattered than red light.

explained how a rocket is made and he used a match-head rocket that he had devised to demonstrate the principle! of electrons within certain molecules can lead to a to great effect (measured in gasps) this effect in a two metrelong spiral tube!

These Sixth Form scientists should all be very proud of their presentations which were well prepared and delivered

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GCSE Science Live objective.

environment and gave an insight into a new area of science called ‘pharmacogenomics’. whether it was more likely for us to travel to the future or

human fertility. of energy supply in the future and looked at

well known for his column ‘Bad Science’ in the Saturday edition of The Guardian.

the misreporting of clinical trials results within the pharmaceutical industry.

He urged pupils not to be taken in by diets or medicines will be super-cures as claimed.

This was an exhilarating day for all. Our pupils had been drawn in question and inspired to use science to solve some of the world’s problems.

By Kjordand (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0 (http:// creativecommons.org/ licenses/by-sa/4.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

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Iceland inspires an incredible sight to see.

When the weather took a turn for the worse on the fourth the skies were clear and conditions relatively mild. Our large not before we had witnessed and touched a warm stream and seen fumaroles belching steam from the sides of the country has to offer. Geographically it is quite stunning in topography that is transforming all the time.

Among the most memorable of experiences was the swim

a very Icelandic swim in the local pool but most of the party quickly found the hot tub and stayed there!

of the previous half term were washed away in this magical location. We covered ourselves in silica gel and gently bobbed around in the water.

The next day a monster eight-wheeler coach took us to

(the Golden Falls) and Geysir National Park were rounded off

infamous for recently closing European airspace and for melting the glacier overlying it. A very different experience

disappearing fast but we still managed to spend a morning on our very last day ‘lava tube caving’ before boarding our A lovely time was had by all and a huge debt of thanks the pupils who made it such an enjoyable trip.

walked onto a glacier. We then journeyed down Highway 1 to

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Outdoor Pursuits news

Costa Rica: Expedition Mountain Bike the blood pumping on these cold winter days!

Climbing above the rope and placing their own climbing aids into the wall.

without a rope above them. A lead climbing trip later in the year will put their new-found skills to the test.

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Paddlesports

paddlesports at Malvern.

Mountain Biking back in action!

supported and enjoyed.

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White water kayaking River Usk In November three intrepid kayakers kitted up for the white water of South Wales where they Everyone had a fantastic day learning how to run rivers safely and enjoying the thrills and spills to be

warm.

River Tees in the descent of a low force waterfall. This is a

of steel. A lot of work in training has been put in by these pupils to enable them to reach the required standard to take on these advanced paddling challenges. Well done to you all.

The Lakes to teach them how to look after themselves and others in the white water environment.

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Downhill Biking competing in events for a number of years. The current event series of competitions is supported

having fun with mates on great tracks but it requires a serious approach. The tracks and competitive races are designed to be fun and open wide range of riders from all round the country.

Usually there will be three to four races in the interesting conditions at times.� arrival at Malvern has enjoyed all that is on offer from the Outdoor Pursuits department.

Inter-House canoe polo tournament The Malvern College inter-House canoe polo tournament was re-instated just before Christmas in a tremendous battle for supremacy.

Forbes put in an inspired performance for No.1 to seal the victory.

This was a very exciting evening and great fun for all. There was enormous support for what was a really exciting spectacle.

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DofE Bronze Kayak Practice – River Avon

progress was made quickly.

DofE Bronze Walking Qualifier

temporarily misplaced!

Girls’ Hockey Girls’ hockey has had great success this season in both indoor and outdoor competitions. Our teams made it through from the County the National Finals in the Indoor

U16 Outdoor County Champions Malvern played some superb hockey to become U16 Outdoor County Hockey Champions this year.

They defeated three strong teams in the form of School and The King’s School Worcester by playing of each opportunity to score to take the title.

Player of the tournament was Ellie Calderwood (No.6) who played well in attack and scored in all three matches. Charley Atkinson (No.6) and Georgina Hartley (No.8) created numerous scoring

against Bromsgrove. Tali Swinburne (No.8) and Hannah Atkinson (No.6) worked hard in defence as did Fran Hsu (No.6) who played her part in the

her second clean sheet of the tournament allowing Malvern to enter the last round with less pressure. dominating against King’s Worcester from start to

Hartley (No.8) and Malvern became County Champions; a very well deserved victory.

Parents v staff hockey match It was a cold winter’s evening in November when we

applying his own brand of entertainment which once again

pace with the parents’ side making a series of rapid attacks

giggles.

Of note was the poise and diplomacy of Mr Moss who was now directing the staff team masterfully from the The parents had several breakaway attacks but these were countered by the staff who were now in full sail. Mercifully

concerted phase of attacks.

Attacks by the staff side were sustained but some strong

The staff team began the second half with increased

The crowd cheered wildly in appreciation of the game that had been both entertaining and played in the best spirit but also because they could now go inside and get warm. Overall this match was a gladiatorial but friendly contest between two sides that neither gave nor expected any quarter. At the end all were exhausted but warmed by the glow of accomplishment and the support of the appreciative crowd. there was just the fading sound of giggles from the umpire Ms Preece…

A further game is planned around Easter on the new water-based pitch.

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National Indoor Hockey Finals U16 Tournament this year.

The indoor game is fast-paced and challenging and the Malvern team worked hard throughout their games in this strong pool of teams. The girls played well and it was great to see them making other teams work hard to score against us. We know how to develop our game to give us a chance to win this tournament next year.

Having already won the U16 Outdoor Competition our girls were disappointed not to the squad will improve all the time until next season when we look forward to seeing them in competition again.

Congratulations to captain Tali Swinburne Tournament.

U18 was some unbelievably good hockey played in this

great achievement.

Going into our last game against The Perse School we were one of three teams with a chance a must-win game. It was a fast and furious game a penalty corner scored by Eva Sweering (No.8).

The Perse then scored twice and again we applied pressure with Eva scoring her second goal of the

awarded a penalty corner. As the clock ran down up to Chloe Underwood (No.4) who drilled the

one second made the difference!

Congratulations to all of the squad on such a and Eva Sweering (No.8) who were Malvern’s Players of the Tournament.

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Dubai Cricket Tour the trip provided the opportunity to improve their skills in training session scheduled for 8am on Saturday morning.

The boys had a very competitive net which was quite an achievement given this was really 4am GMT! Our cricket coach for the trip was former Middlesex and

It was not all glorious sunshine however. There was a English School but that allowed Mr Brett to test out the boys’ ability to play the short ball! Though the focus was very much where we were driven across the sand dunes in 4x4s at some speed. We then visited the local markets and had dinner

a wicket that favoured the bowlers. Charlie Williams (No.5)

he would not have been able to do so if it were not for the sharp glove-work of George White (No.7) who took three stumpings.

The boys behaved exceptionally well; they played and trained incredibly hard and their curiosity and desire to their questions. I must thank the boys for making the trip such an enjoyable one for all.

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On top, down under dream season ‘down under’ in which he scored a couple of

won the competition in 37 years.

match against the Sydney Cricket Club who were on tour in

U16 team in their forthcoming Test series.

Staff Profile: Rhian Jenkins Head of Netball & Learning Enhancement tutor I joined Malvern College as a residential sports coach in Buckingham. I have been in charge of Netball at Malvern since Enhancement tutor.

My career in education has given me some valuable experience to use when coaching elite netballers: I coached at Exeter Netball Club whilst studying for my degree at Exeter

few coaches to be sponsored through the Severn Stars Netball

teach the sciences and decrypting English Poetry assignments!

I remain an avid Welsh rugby supporter and will be following the Six Nations with great interest.

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Emerging talent in Rugby James Scott (No.7) represents England U18s playing in the U18 Premiership Northern Clubs conference.

Captain of Malvern’s 1st XV plays for the Scottish Exiles

Scottish Exiles Scottish Exiles U15s and U16s age group.

Worcester Warriors U17s Worcester Warriors U16 and U15 sides

Worcester Warriors U14 DPP squad

George Amphlett

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Rugby stars visit Malvern College

‘player of the tour’ in the Australia series in which England won all three Tests. Whilst his effortless banter enabled him

for Heroes Charity.

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Ferrets’ Race 2016 It was a typically overcast day with mist over the Hills and there was a cool chill in the air as the pupils arrived at the start

a bit slippery underfoot but actually race conditions were perfect for cross country.

time of 11 minutes and seven seconds. With a commanding

No.5 boys won the House competition for the third time

to get the race underway as the Common fell instantly silent under the starters order and they were off! Unlike in previous

see which boy and girl would be receive the winners’ race of them should be proud of this accomplishment.

Phoebe is selected for Regional Academy programme which will give her year-round personal training and provide her with up to four hours of coaching per week for her club. regional Academies. Some will also attend National Academy training and will have the opportunity for selection to the Phoebe is a very promising talent and we watch her progress with interest.

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Old Trafford to watch the Manchester United versus West Ham game.

at this famous ground.

Manchester United and West Ham fans in attendance. It felt almost surreal to be watching the players we normally follow on television; I couldn’t believe that I was there! Final score was 4:1 to ManU so plenty of goals to enjoy. I don’t support either team but the surge of excitement still hit me as each of the teams began an attack on goal. Our thanks go to Mr Cleal for organising this trip.”

and it was so different watching the game live. I went acknowledge that the quality of play produced by the United West Ham players. It was phenomenal to see so many goals.

Fives: Pupils v Common Room

richer for his troubles having played an impressive game.

came out of retirement to partner Mr Woodward against

boys got the better of the staff in singles (as age and lack of mobility began to set in!)

Andrew Tudor

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The Queen’s Club Rackets Singles – Foster Cup There was a great spirit in the team this year and many personal successes to be proud of. Playing without

just too strong for him. This placed Will in the top four schoolboys in the country and what an achievement that is.

achieve if you put your mind to it. Will has been a fantastic example to all the rackets players over his time at Malvern and deserves great praise for the way he the number 6 seed a scare; even though he he never gave up and all who saw the match praised indeed.

Our outstanding success came from

I am sure this performance will inspire future generations to replicate his success and I am one very proud coach!

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Future Activities OPEN DAYS

Sunday 23rd April

Malvern College and National Schools Equestrian Association (NSEA) Eventer Challenge and Showjumping Event

For further information on camps please visit http://www.malvernactive.com/courses-camps/juniors/