26 In Trinity Magazine Sport
Sport
A WINNING FORMULA
Jack Mann
Ollie Falero
Lucas Friday
Jack exemplifies the core values of the first team: dedication through hard work, enthusiasm for the game, and a commitment to respect for all involved. Jack is passionate about hockey, is ambitious for himself and others, and sets the standard for work ethic in training.
Ollie embodies everything a school sports captain should be. He is a talented middle-order batsman and a role model who carries himself both on the pitch and around school to the very highest standards. He is very generous with his time, despite being in his final year, and attends the U15 winter training sessions, often taking a lead role in working with our younger batters. This not only sets a great example but also exposes younger players to what a 1st XI player looks like.
Lucas is a leader on the field. He is hugely passionate yet composed and has a great understanding of the game. More importantly, Lucas is a role model off the field; he works hard in the classroom and sets high personal standards for himself and others. He is empathetic and supports others when they need it. Lucas has helped coach the U14 rugby team during this season’s cup run and is always looking to help others develop their skills. Despite being injured for much of this season, Lucas has shown incredible commitment to the team and the sport within school.
HOCKEY
As a highly skilled drag flicker, Jack has committed to coaching younger players one-to-one in this scoring technique and has been a huge influence in improving this skill across the school. Jack has also learned how to communicate effectively with every member of the team and motivate them to perform to the best of their ability. Nick Giles, Head of Hockey
CRICKET
Unlike other sports, in Ollie’s role as cricket captain, he is in charge of making the tactical decisions on the field of play, with very little input from the coach. The ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment and make difficult decisions under pressure, which may upset his teammates, will teach Ollie some valuable lessons this year. Steve Richards, Head of Cricket
RUGBY
Generally, for rugby captains, being a natural leader, a positive influence on the team and representing the sport and school are more important than students’ performance on the pitch. Paul Roberts, Head of Rugby