SPORT // TENNIS
U12 Girls VI
This has been a developmental year for many of the U12 squad . With such a range of abilities , they have grown in confidence and many players have competed in matches for the first time .
Many players can now score independently and have grown in their knowledge of the skills and tactics required in tennis . Highlights include our mass fixture against St Olave ’ s , where every player was able to play a competitive game , and our victory against Worksop at the beginning of the season .
Not forgetting the enthusiasm and spirit that was Junior House Tennis , and the resilience and determination we have shown after our losses .
Players of the Season : Bella Swanborough and Elisa Di Stasio
Most Improved Player : Annie Cosby
U13 Boys VI
A solid season of 50-50 wins and losses for this happy and energetic team of players . Arguably one of the most talented top pairs in the school , Wright and Symes rarely dropped a game when they were partnered together . The second and third pairs struggled a little bit with consistency ,
U12 Boys VI
At time of writing , an unbeaten season for this talented group of tennis players .
There is no doubt that Oliver Marshall ’ s flamboyant top spin forehands and decision-making down the line , paired with Freddie Frisby ’ s consistency , has been a highlight of the season . Not only have they never lost a set , but they rarely dropped a game . especially in the serving and volleying aspects of the game , but this improved greatly with consistent attendance at practice .
Player of the Season : Charles Wright
Most Improved Player : Ben Ainsworth
Supporting this success was the rotating third pair of Cobb , Morris and Milner , who showed great improving consistency through focused practice and efficient ground strokes . Brand new to tennis this year William Milner has made remarkable progress .
Player of the Season : Oliver Marshall
Most Improved Player :
William Milner
INTER BOYS Athlete of the Season : Luke Nolan
INTER GIRLS Most Improved : Flora Menneer and Cristina Martinez
Athletes of the Season : Emily Marshall and Imogen Stevens
Half Colours : Niamh Clements , Luke Nolan , Flora Menneer and Imogen Spear
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