It has been a busy and highly positive period for school sport at The Hyndburn Academy, with students demonstrating fantastic determination, teamwork and resilience across a wide range of competitive events.
Our Year 7 and Year 9 netball teams played their first fixtures of the year against a strong Clitheroe Grammar School side. Both teams impressed with their positive attitude and effort, growing in confidence as the matches progressed. Player of the Match awards were well deserved, with Maggie A. (Year 7) recognised for her excellent defending in a new position, and Ella B. (Year 9) commended for her strong defensive work and intelligent movement.
In football, our Year 7/8 girls’ team competed in the Girls’ Cup at Accrington Stanley Sports Hub, facing tough opposition from CRGS, Bowland and Mount Carmel. Despite a challenging opening match, the team showed great resilience, improving in confidence and skill as the competition continued. Year 7 girls also took part in the Hyndburn & Ribble Valley tournament, supported by Year 8 students Madison S., Ellie-May B. and Matilda H., who stepped in to ensure the team could compete – a fantastic example of teamwork and school spirit.
Our Year 8 athletics team proudly represented the academy at the Indoor Athletics competition, achieving some outstanding results. Highlights included Emmanuel A., who won three events, strong performances from Olly A., and a podium finish for Ellie-May B.
Cross country has also been a major highlight this term. Following our House Cross Country event, a large group of students represented the academy at the District Cross Country held at Witton Park in October. A total of 37 students competed and behaved impeccably throughout the day. Ellie R. delivered the strongest HYA performance in the Year 7 girls’ race, finishing 26th, while Oscar P. was the first HYA runner home in the Year 7 boys’ race. All Year 8 and 9 girls and boys completed the demanding 3.2km course, with many improving on last year’s results. In the gruelling 4.5km Year 10 boys’ race, Jack Y., Ryan R., Cohen H. and Kai S. all showed great resilience, with Kai S. achieving the strongest HYA finish in his category.
The academy also hosted the District U14 Badminton Championships, where Dylan M., Jack C., Harry J. and Dean A. competed against strong opposition. Despite it being their first appearance at this level, the team showed excellent resilience, secured several match wins and gained valuable experience for future competitions.
To round off a fantastic term of sport, our newly appointed Sports Leaders led two HRVSSP primary school curling events. They demonstrated outstanding leadership, organisation and communication skills, representing The Hyndburn Academy superbly while making a positive impact on younger pupils.
Well done to all students involved for representing the school with pride and commitment.