U12A XI The U12A hockey team has enjoyed an outstanding season due to hard work, enthusiasm and super team spirit. It has been an excellent season and to watch all the girls develop their skills has been very exciting.
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he team consists of a superb defensive line lead by captain Lucy Eggleston who has shown her clear potential this season. There has been some outstanding domination on the wing from Angela Curtis and great work up front by Emily Boddy, who manages to score in almost every game! They have been ably assisted by twins, Nicole and Ella Marshall, with Thea Davis working well in the centre. Special mention should go to brave goalkeeper, Tracy Fofie, who has been very impressive. A highlight of the season was the 4-1 win against Barnard Castle, which showed the early potential of a blossoming team. Above all, it has been a sheer pleasure working with this committed group of youngsters. I would like to thank senior captain Abbie Brant for her support and her inspiration to the team. We look forward to next season and building on an excellent foundation!
Overall: MSW
Played 11
Won 9
Drawn 1
Lost 1
U12B XI
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t has been a fantastic season for the U12B team, with a large number of girls contributing to their success. As the girls have improved their skills and developed their awareness over the term, there have been many contenders for the B team, which has meant real competition for places and great commitment to training. A number of girls have played consistently well: Lucy Duggleby, as captain, has helped to form a very strong midfield, from where she has started to distribute the ball very well; and Marianna Hankin has developed her strength and stick skills significantly. Others who have made significant contributions include Jasmine Bunn, who has scored a large number of goals; Leyla Iredale, Georgia Covell and Becca Mann, who have become strong defenders; and Maddie Ford, who has shown herself to be a very capable centre forward. The girls have been ably assisted by two goalkeepers this term – Jenny Newall-Watson and Martha Cullen, both of whom have saved some very important goals. Congratulations must go to all who have contributed to the team, for their hard work and great team spirit, which has lead them to a number of victories over schools such as Ampleforth, Mount St Mary’s and Silcoates. They have been a pleasure to work with and show fine promise for next year. HSM
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