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Sports Day

Tuesday 1 July 2025 Tormead Sports Ground, Urnfield, Downside Road, Guildford, GU4 8PH

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together.

This Sports is a wonderful cap an amazing year of athletics.

We have This Sports Day isDay a wonderful way toway captooff anoff amazing year of athletics.

We have Sports Day is always a special occasion in the school calendar.

It’s a chance for our witnessed incredible performances, record-breaking achievements, and a continuous witnessed incredible performances, record-breaking achievements, and a continuous entire community to come together and celebrate theour dedication, perseverance, display of commitment from our athletes.

Most notably, ourathletics Y7/8 athletics display of commitment from our athletes.

Most notably, Y7/8 squadsquad were were and outside achievements of10 our athletes.

Thismany year hugely successful one just outside top 10 nationally andhas many willanother travel to Birmingham tomorrow ankedranked just the topthe nationally and willbeen travel to Birmingham tomorrow for for the National Prep Athletics Finals. he National Prep Athletics Finals. for sport at Tormead, with more girls than ever before taking part in regular training, fixtures, and competitions. Across a wide range of sports, we’ve seen fantastic progress Outside of athletics, itathas a brilliant of across sportlevel. across the entire programme.

Outside of athletics, it has been abeen brilliant year and ofyear sport the entire sportssports programme. and brilliant results county, regional, national and hockey to gymnastics and cricket, our athletes have demonstrated rom From netballnetball and hockey to gymnastics and cricket, our athletes have demonstrated In athletics specifically, we’ve had particularly exciting season. Two teams have outstanding teamwork, andadedication. outstanding talent,talent, teamwork, and dedication. qualified for the ESAA Regional Finals, with hopes of progressing to the Nationals, and many oflike ourtoYear 7 and 8 athletes already secured theirtireless place thecoaching National I would extend my gratitude thefor staff for tireless their efforts in coaching would like to extend my gratitude to have thetostaff their effortsat in and and organising, our families forunwavering their unwavering support, and the athletes forenthusiasm their enthusiasm organising, our families for their support, and the athletes for their Preparatory Schools’ Finals in Birmingham.

Athletics at Tormead is thriving—and and hard work. is a celebration of allwe that weachieved have achieved nd hard work.

Today is a celebration of all that have together. today we’ll seeToday our highest-calibre athletes take centre stage, while together. also celebrating the efforts of those who have worked hard in clubs and Games afternoons to develop their Let's make this Day memorable.

Compete with passion, forpeers, your peers, et's make this Sports Day memorable.

Compete with passion, cheer cheer for your and and confidence andSports skill. take in pride your efforts.

Together, we make Tormead a vibrant and dynamic community, ake pride yourinefforts.

Together, we make Tormead a vibrant and dynamic community, Above Sports Day about effort, house spirit, and enjoyment. Whether you’re and today, we celebrate that spirit. nd today, we all, celebrate thatisspirit. competing, supporting, or helping make the day happen, thank you for being part of it. for being here, andhave let’san have an incredible of sport!

ThankThank you allyou for all being here, and let’s incredible day ofday sport!

I wish everyone the very best of luck and hope you have a fantastic day.

MrMr George Pettitt George Pettitt Mr George Pettitt Director ofofSport Director of Sport Director Sport

Key Information for Field Events l

Athletes must report promptly to their scheduled field events unless they are due to compete in a track event at the same time.

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Each athlete is allowed one practice attempt, followed by the allocated number of competitive jumps or throws.

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Staff officiating events have been briefed on the relevant rules and will apply them consistently.

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An athlete’s best valid attempt will be used for scoring.

Key Information for Track Events l

Track events take priority over field events.

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Athletes must report to Mr Pettitt and Mrs Edwards at the start line 5 minutes before their event.

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Athletes should know their event times in advance and listen carefully to any updates from Mr Breslin.

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100m and 200m runners must check the Results Marquee near the announcer’s table after their heat to see if they have qualified for the afternoon finals.

General Health & Safety Information l

All athletes must complete a proper warm-up; there will be a house warm-up at the start of the day.

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Full P.E. kit must be worn, along with house-coloured shirts.

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No jewellery is permitted, and hair must be tied back.

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When not competing, athletes should remain on the spectator bank, not on the track or in the field event areas.

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Throwing zones are restricted to competing athletes only.

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Medical assistance is available from the Medical Manager in the First Aid Room/ Referees’ Room on the pavilion’s ground floor.

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Water refill points are available on the side of the pavilion.

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All athletes must bring clothing for all weather conditions, including waterproofs, jumpers, sun cream, and a sports cap.

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Bring plenty of water and healthy snacks for the day.

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The tea and coffee van is strictly for staff and spectators only.

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Pupils must not leave the Urnfield site without permission. A staff member will be stationed at both vehicle and pedestrian gates.

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Family spectators must sign in at the vehicle gate, read the spectator guidelines, and wear their visitor lanyard visibly at all times.

Events Overview Events Overview Year 7 100m 200m 300m 800m Long Jump Triple Jump High Jump Shot Javelin Discus 4x100 4x400

Year 8

Year 9 Year 10 Year 11, 12 & 13 Track 100m 100m 100m 100m 200m 200m 200m 200m 300m 300m 300m 300m 800m 800m 800m 800m Field Long Jump Long Jump Long Jump Long Jump Triple Jump Triple Jump Triple Jump Triple Jump High Jump High Jump High Jump High Jump Shot Shot Shot Shot Javelin Javelin Javelin Javelin Discus Discus Discus Discus Relay 4x100 4x100 4x100 4x100 4x400 4x400 4x400 4x400 Squadron Other: Sixth Form v Staff as part of lunchtime entertainment

Competition Formats Track Event 100m 200m 300m 800m 4x100m 4x400m Squadron

Competition Format 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

Field Event Long Jump Triple Jump High Jump Shot Discus Javelin

Competition Format 1 practice jump followed by 3 competitive jumps 1 practice jump followed by 3 competitive jumps 1 practice jump followed by 4 competitive jumps 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws 1 practice throw followed by 3 competitive throws 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 events the same time, then they Please note that track take priority over should: 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. 1.Complete thefield raceevent to register initially but return to the track Go to the 2.

Complete the race return to complete the field event 3. At the end of 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: If1.anRegister athlete has two events field events at the same time, then they should: at both 2. 1.Complete field events event in full before going back to the other Registerone at both 3. 2.If they are in the high this back eventtofirst any others.

Complete one fieldjump, eventplease in full prioritise before going theover other 3. If they are in the high jump, please prioritise this event first over any others.

Start of Day

Start ofRegistration Day 08.25 and walk to Urnfield in forms 08.00 – 08.25 Arrival at Urnfield 08.50 Arrival at Registration Urnfield and and collection of athlete numbers 08.25 – 08.45 collection of athlete numbers 08.45 – 09.00 Briefing by followed athlete 09.00 Briefing followed athleteby warm up warm up Lunch Lunch

Please note set set lunch time.time.

Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an Please notethere thereis no is no lunch Instead, athletes are expected to eat at an appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches. appropriate time around their events after collecting their lunches.

A staggered collection serve will be in operation to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should Acollect staggered collection serve will outlined be in operation their lunches at the times below. to serve lunch. Athletes and staff should collect their lunches at the times outlined below.

Lunch Collection Time 12.30 12.40 12.50 13.00 13.10 13.20 13.30

Year Group Pupils with allergies in all years 11, 12 & 13 10 9 8 7 Staff

Schedule of Events Track Schedule – AM

Time

Event

Year

09.15

75m Hurdles

7, 8 & 9

Time

Event

Year 7

800m 09.45

8 9

Straight finals

10 11, 12 & 13

Time

Event 100m

10.15

Heats Y11, 12 & 13: Heat declared winner

Time

Event 200m

11.15

Heats Y11, 12 & 13: Heat declared winner

Time

Event

Year 7 8 9 10 11, 12 & 13 Year 7 8 9 10 11, 12 & 13 Year 7

12.10

300m Straight finals

8 9 10 11, 12 & 13

Conclusion of morning track events at approximately 13.00.

Lunch Entertainment: Y12 v Staff in ‘Old School Sports Day’ Time

Event Egg & Spoon Skipping rope race

14.15 - 14.30

Bean bag balance Shuttle relay Tug of War

Time

Event Egg & Spoon Skipping rope race Bean bag balance Shuttle relay Tug of War

14.15 - 14.30

Field Schedule – AM Time

09.15

Time

10:00

Event

Year

Long Jump 1

7 – Livingstone & Nelson

Long Jump 2 (Triple Jump staff)

7 – Nightingale & Wellington

High Jump

8

Discus

9

Javelin 1

10, 11, 12, 13 – Livingstone & Nelson

Javelin 2 (Shot putt staff)

10, 11, 12, 13 – Nightingale & Wellington

Event

Year

Long Jump 1

8 – Livingstone & Nelson

Long Jump 2 (Triple Jump staff)

8 – Nightingale & Wellington

High Jump

9

Discus

10, 11, 12, 13

Javelin 1

7 – Livingstone & Nelson

Javelin 2 (Shot putt staff)

7 – Nightingale & Wellington

Time

10:45

Time

11:30

Time

12:15

Time

13:00

Event

Year

Long Jump 1

9 – Livingstone & Nelson

Long Jump 2 (Triple Jump staff)

9 – Nightingale & Wellington

High Jump

10,11, 12, 13

Discus

7

Javelin

Break

Shot

8

Event

Year

Long Jump 1

10, 11, 12, 13 – Livingstone & Nelson

Long Jump 2 (Triple Jump staff)

10, 11, 12, 13 – Nightingale & Wellington

High Jump

7

Discus

8

Javelin

Break

Shot

9

Event

Year

Triple Jump (Long jump staff)

9

Triple Jump

10

High Jump

Break

Javelin 1 (Discus staff)

8 – Livingstone & Nelson

Javelin 2

8 – Nightingale & Wellington

Shot

7

Event

Year

Triple Jump (Long jump staff)

7

Triple Jump

8

High Jump

Break

Javelin 1 (Discus staff)

9 – Livingstone & Nelson

Javelin 2

9 – Nightingale & Wellington

Shot

10, 11, 12, 13,

Conclusion of field events at approximately 13.45.

Track Finals – PM The top 8 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

Time

Event

14.35 Time

100m Finals Event

14.45 Relays

Year Y7 Final Y8 Final Y9 Final Year Y10 Final 7 Y7 Final 8 Y8 Final Y9 Final Y109Final

200m Finals

14.45

4X100m

Time

Event

14.55

4X100m

Time

Event

Time 15.00

Event 4x400m

15.10

4x400m

Time Time

Event Event

15.20 15.15

4X100 Squadron 4X100 Squadron

10 Year 7 11, 12 & 13 8 9 10 11, Year 12 & 13 7 Year 8 7 & 8 combined 9 9 & 10 combined 10 Year Year X1 – Y7 pupil X1 – Y7 pupil X1 – Y8 pupil X1 – Y8 pupil X1 – Y9 pupil X1 – Y9 pupil X1 Y10pupil pupil X1 ––Y10

Presentation at 15.45 Field Events: Weights and Starting Heights Year

Shot

Discus

Javelin

Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 12

2.72kg 2.72kg 3.00kg 3.00kg 3.00kg

750g 750g 1.00kg 1.00kg 1.00kg

400g 400g 500g 500g 500g

Entry to High Jump 0.8m 0.9m 1.00m 1.00m 1.00m

Lane Draws Event 75m Hurdles 100m 200m 300m 4x100m 4x400m Squadron

Livingstone 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Nelson 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Nightingale 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

Wellington 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Records Year 7 100m 200m 300m 800m 1500m High Jump Long Jump Javelin

House Nightingale Nightingale Nightingale Wellington Nightingale Nelson Wellington Wellington

Record 13.31 29.54 51.71 2.40.06 5.32.88 1.5 4.56 18.24

Date 2015 2007 2022 2024 2022 2006 1996 2023

Turbo Javelin Rounders Ball Shot Discus Relay

Name T Gough A Patel S Redding S Keeble Y McCrohan A Passmore C Barbour B Goodchild E KaminskaMoult H Poulter M Norley I Pocock Nightingale

Nightingale Wellington Nightingale Nelson Nightingale

19.73 40.75 7.81 17.2 58.66

2015 2017 2018 2024 2015

Year 8 Hurdles 100m 200m 300m 800m 1500m High Jump Long Jump Triple Jump Discus Javelin Shot Relay

Name E Newby Grant G Hensler T Araga A Atkinson K Gilkes M Bannister E Ball J Charlton A Power P Jefferies B Goodchild C Haws Nightingale

House Nightingale Livingstone Nelson Nightingale Livingstone Wellington Wellington Nelson Nelson Nightingale Wellington Wellington Nightingale

Record 12.5 13.06 27.3 45.00 2.28.91 5.29.91 1.48 4.6 9.10 19.13 23.99 9.21 56.81

Date 1992 2015 2024 2006 2015 2006 1996 2024 2024 2024 2018 1997

Year 9 100m

House Livingstone

Record 12.95

Date 2015

200m 300m 800m 1000m 1500m Triple Jump High Jump Long Jump Discus Javelin Shot Relay

Name K Simpson S Graham Brown L-M Latin A Jones K Gilkes E Symonds F Hodgson C Forrest M Coe K Scott H Harding C Galloway Nightingale

Nelson Nightingale Wellington Livingstone Nelson Nightingale Wellington Nightingale Livingstone Livingstone Wellington Nightingale

27.43 45.94 2.39.93 3.16.64 5.22.59 9.93 1.63 4.73 21.44 32.7 8.9 55.8

1996 2017 2024 2007 2021 2024 1998 1997 1990 2018 2008 2007

Senior 100m 200m 300m 800m 1000m 1500m Triple Jump High Jump Long Jump Discus Javelin Shot Relay

Name L Valentine A Banner E Ball A Southwell K Grimshaw E Symonds M Hubbard C Forrest A Banner C Parsons K Rowland A Mash Nelson

House Nightingale Nightingale Wellington Wellington Nightingale Nightingale Livingstone Wellington Nightingale Nelson Wellington Nightingale Nelson

Record 12.28 26.76 43.99 2.33.20 3.12.00 5.06.51 9.10 1.6 5.13 28.24 35.95 10.59 57.68

Date 1997 2005 2010 2024 1999 2022 2024 1999 2003 1998 1989 2003 2014

Relay Squadron

Name Wellington

House Wellington

Record 59.88

Date 2012

Acknowledgements Acknowledgements A huge thank you to all those who have contributed to the planning and delivery of Sports

A huge thank you to all those who have contributed to the planning and delivery of Day. Your time and effort have made this day possible: Sports Day. Your time and effort have made this day possible: The P.E. & Sports Department – for leading the organisation, coaching athletes, and

The P.E. & Sports Department – for leading the organisation, coaching athletes, and running events across the day. running events across the day.

Tormead Events Team – for logistical planning and co-ordination behind the scenes.

Tormead Events Team – for logistical planning and co-ordination behind the scenes.

Tormead Marketing Team – for programme design, photography, and communications.

Tormead Marketing Team – for programme design, photography, and Tormead Premises Team – for equipment transport, set-up, and site preparation. communications.

Tormead Catering – for preparing and coordinating lunchset-up, and refreshments.

Tormead Premises Team – for equipment transport, and site preparation.

Staff Officials – for running and officiating events, encouraging pupils, and keeping Tormead Catering – for preparing and coordinating lunch and refreshments. everything running smoothly.

Staff Officials – for running and officiating events, encouraging pupils, and keeping Photographer – Miles Norman – for capturing the spirit and highlights of the day. everything running smoothly.

Photographer – Miles Norman – for capturing the spirit and highlights of the day.