Sports Day
Tuesday 2nd July 2024
S P O R T
Guildford Spectrum, Parkway, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1UP
Sports Day
Monday 22 June 2026
Tormead Sports Ground, Urnfield, Downside Road, Guildford, GU4 8PH
Welcome from the Director of Sport
I am delighted to welcome our talented athletes, dedicated staff, and supportive families to our second Sports Day at the outstanding Urnfield Sports Ground.
We are incredibly fortunate to have access to such a high-quality athletics facility, complete with a state-of-the-art track, dedicated jumping pits, and professionalstandard throwing areas. Last year’s Sports Day showcased the tremendous potential of these facilities, with numerous school records broken and participation levels higher than ever before. We hope to see that success continue today.
Athletics has enjoyed another exciting and successful season at Tormead. Two teams have qualified for the ESAA Regional Finals, with aspirations of progressing to the National Finals, while a number of our Year 7 and 8 athletes have already secured places at the National Preparatory Schools’ Finals in Birmingham. Athletics at Tormead continues to go from strength to strength, and today provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate both our highest-performing athletes and those who have worked tirelessly in clubs, training sessions, and Games lessons to develop their skills, confidence, and enjoyment of the sport.
Above all, Sports Day is a celebration of effort, determination, house spirit, and community. Whether you are competing, cheering from the sidelines, officiating, or helping behind the scenes, thank you for playing your part in making today such a special occasion.
I wish all competitors the very best of luck and hope everyone enjoys a fantastic day of sport.
Mr George Pettitt Director of Sport
Key Information for Field Events
Key Information for Field Events
• Athletes must report promptly to their scheduled field events unless they are due to compete in a track event at the same time.
l Athletes must report promptly to their scheduled field events unless they are due to compete in a track event at the same time.
• Each athlete is allowed one practice attempt, followed by the allocated number of competitive jumps or throws.
l Each athlete is allowed one practice attempt, followed by the allocated number of competitive jumps or throws.
• Staff officiating events have been briefed on the relevant rules and will apply them consistently.
l Staff officiating events have been briefed on the relevant rules and will apply them consistently.
• An athlete’s best valid attempt will be used for scoring.
l An athlete’s best valid attempt will be used for scoring.
Key Information for Track Events
Key Information for Track Events
l Track events take priority over field events.
• Track events take priority over field events.
l Athletes must report to Mr Pettitt and Miss Cowx at the start line 5 minutes before their event.
• Athletes must report to Mr Pettitt and Miss Cowx at the start line 5 minutes before their event.
l Athletes should know their event times in advance and listen carefully to any updates from Mr Breslin and Mr Pettitt.
• Athletes should know their event times in advance and listen carefully to any updates from Mr Breslin and Mr Pettitt.
l 100m and 200m runners must check the Results Marquee by the pavilion after their heat to see if they have qualified for the afternoon finals.
• 100m and 200m runners must check the Results Marquee by the pavilion after their heat to see if they have qualified for the afternoon finals.
No jewellery is permitted, and hair must be tied back.
General Health & Safety Information
When not competing, athletes should remain on the spectator bank, not on the track or in the field event areas.
l All athletes must complete a proper warm-up; there will be a house warm-up at the start of the day.
Throwing zones are restricted to competing athletes only.
l Full P.E. kit must be worn, along with house-coloured shirts.
l No jewellery is permitted, and hair must be tied back.
Medical assistance is available from the Medical Manager in the First Aid Room/Referees’ Room on the pavilion’s ground floor or track side by the finish line.
l When not competing, athletes should remain on the spectator bank, not on the track or in the field event areas.
Water refill points are available on the side of the pavilion.
l Throwing zones are restricted to competing athletes only.
All athletes must bring clothing for all weather conditions, including waterproofs, jumpers, sun cream, and a sports cap.
l Medical assistance is available from the Medical Manager in the First Aid Room/ Referees’ Room on the pavilion’s ground floor or track side by the finish line.
Bring plenty of water and healthy snacks for the day.
l Water refill points are available on the side of the pavilion.
The tea and coffee van is strictly for staff and spectators only.
l All athletes must bring clothing for all weather conditions, including waterproofs, jumpers, sun cream, and a sports cap.
Pupils must not leave the Urnfield site without permission. A staff member will be stationed at both vehicle and pedestrian gates.
l Bring plenty of water and healthy snacks for the day.
l The tea and coffee van is strictly for staff and spectators only.
Family spectators must sign in at the vehicle gate, read the spectator guidelines, and wear their visitor lanyard visibly at all times.
l Pupils must not leave the Urnfield site without permission. A staff member will be stationed at both vehicle and pedestrian gates.
l Family spectators must sign in at the vehicle gate, read the spectator guidelines, and wear their visitor lanyard visibly at all times.
Competition Formats
Competition Formats
Track
Event Competition Format
100m
200m
300m
800m
4x100m
4x400m
Squadron
Field
Morning heats progress to afternoon final for Y7-10
Morning heats progress to afternoon final for Y7-10
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Fastest time across all races declared winner
Event Competition Format
Long Jump 1 practice jump followed by 3 competitive jumps
Triple Jump 1 practice jump followed by 3 competitive jumps
High Jump 1 practice jump followed by 4 competitive jumps
Shot 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws
Discus 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws
Javelin 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws
Registering for Field Events
Registering for Field Events
Please note that track events take priority over field events. Therefore, if athletes have a track and field event at the same time, then they should:
1. Go to the field event to register initially but return to the track.
2. Complete the race.
3. At the end of the race, return to complete the field event.
If an athlete has two field events at the same time, then they should:
1. Register at both events.
2. Complete one field event in full before going back to the other.
3. If they are in the high jump, please prioritise this event first over any others.
Start of Day
08.00 – 08.25 Arrival at Urnfield
08.25 – 08.45 Registration and collection of athlete numbers
08.45 – 09.00 Briefing followed by athlete warm-up
Conclusion of morning track events at approximately 13.00.
13.00.
Conclusion of morning track events at approximately 13.00.
Lunch Entertainment: Y12 v Staff in ‘Old School Sports Day’
Lunch Entertainment: Y12 v Staff in ‘Old School Sports Day’
Lunch Entertainment: Y12 v Staff in ‘Old School Sports Day’
Egg & Spoon
Egg & Spoon
13:45 – 14:15
13:45 – 14:15
Event 13:45 – 14:15
Skipping Rope Race
Egg & Spoon Skipping Rope Race
Skipping Rope Race
Bean Bag Balance
Bean Bag Balance
Bean Bag Balance
Shuttle Relay Tug of War
Shuttle Relay Tug of War
Shuttle Relay Tug of War
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Please note there is no set lunch time. Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches.
Please note there is no set lunch time. Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches.
Please note there is no set lunch time. Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches.
A staggered collection service will be in operation to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should collect their lunches at the times outlined below.
A staggered collection service will be in operation to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should collect their lunches at the times outlined below.
A staggered collection service will be in operation to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should collect their lunches at the times outlined below.
Field Schedule – AM
Field Schedule – AM
Field Schedule - AM
Field Schedule – AM
Rotation 1: 09:15
Rotation 1: 09:15
11, 12 & 13 –
9 Javelin 1 10, 11, 12 & 13 –Livingstone & Nelson
2
1 10, 11, 12 & 13 –Livingstone & Nelson Javelin 2 10, 11, 12 & 13 - Nightingale & Wellington
11, 12 & 13 - Nightingale & Wellington
Javelin 2 10, 11, 12 & 13 - Nightingale & Wellington
Track Finals – PM
Track Finals – PM
The top 6 runners across Y7 to Y10 for 100m and 200m heats will qualify for finals.
Please check the Results Marquee to see if you have qualified for a final.
Relays
X1 – Y9 pupil X1 – Y10 pupil
Relay Lane Draws
Lane 2: Wellington
Lane 3: Nelson
Lane 4: Nightingale
Lane 5: Livingstone
Presentation at 15.30
Field Events: Weights and Starting Heights
Field Events: Weights and Starting Heights
Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements
A huge thank you to all those who have contributed to the planning and delivery of Sports Day. Your time and effort have made this day possible:
thank you to all those who have contributed to the planning and delivery time and effort have made this day possible:
The P.E. & Sports Department – for leading the organisation, coaching athletes, and running events across the day.
Sports Department – for leading the organisation, coaching athletes, events across the day.
Tormead Events Team – for logistical planning and co-ordination behind the scenes.
Events Team – for logistical planning and co-ordination behind the scenes.
Tormead Marketing Team – for programme design, photography, and communications.
Marketing Team – for programme design, photography, and communications.
Tormead Premises Team – for equipment transport, set-up, and site preparation.
Premises Team – for equipment transport, set-up, and site preparation.
Tormead Catering – for preparing and coordinating lunch and refreshments.
Catering – for preparing and coordinating lunch and refreshments.
Staff Officials – for running and officiating events, encouraging pupils, and keeping everything running smoothly.
icials – for running and officiating events, encouraging pupils, and keeping running smoothly.