It was hot competition between Boarding’s best bowlers on Sunday as 12 of them played the best of 3 games at the Hive bowling alley in Widnes. Would it be birthday boy Gabriel, alley wizards Adrian and Anton or Milan the Moldovan strike Maestro who would prevail?
Top score went to Milan with Anton a close runner up. There were gracious acknowledgements of defeat and plenty of smiles from everyone else who enjoyed the fun day out.
The U12s football team are on a terrific run of form this term, and on Saturday the College recorded a six nil win versus Ellesmere College to record their fifth win of the term and remain unbeaten in seven matches.
There are many partnerships forming in the team as the matches progress, and what is most pleasing is the defence, starting with the goalkeeper who is the catalyst of many attacks rolling the ball out to the left or right to start an attack which leaves the opposition having difficulty trying to keep up with play. The counter pressing of the team is an impressive sight as the team work in twos, to try and win the ball back as quickly as possible and attack the opposition with blistering pace. We look forward to seeing the College progress further after the half term break.
Mr J Cook (Sports Coordinator)
All of the Prep School, including the staff, came dressed up as a rock star on Friday to launch the Times Table Rockstars app. Pupils were given an opportunity during the day to play times table rockstars and they were given log in details to take home to parents and family.
Who doesn’t love a day dedicated to times table rockstars to celebrate our love of maths?
The 1st XV rugby team have had some of their best performances and results for many years this academic year, and this has largely been down to the brilliance of coach Mr Heeley who has put on many constructive training sessions and has passionately inspired the team from the sidelines on a Saturday morning. Whilst Mr Heeley is still coaching the rugby team, he is also coaching the cricket teams and was rewarded on Friday morning for his efforts as the Liverpool College U15 girls indoor cricket team progressed to the regional finals by convincingly beating St Hilda’s, King David and Gateacre. Mr Heeley reports all the girls’ performances with bat, ball and in the field enabled the College to dominate all three matches.
Many congratulations to all involved and the team of: Francesca K, Jen G, Bella W, Gabby E, Kate B, Grace AE, Katie L, Chloe H, Lucia A, Libby H, Sadie T.
Mr J Cook (Sports Coordinator)
On Wednesday, a group of Y7 boys met hockey coach Miss Arnold at lunchtime to play their first ever hockey match versus Scarisbrick Hall School. The excitement from the boys was evident throughout the day and they didn't disappoint, putting on two fantastic team performances versus a school who have already experienced a number of matches.
It was fantastic to see the boys put on their hockey gear and pick up a hockey stick ready to do battle versus another school. We look forward to another hockey match for the Y7 boys.
Mr J Cook (Sports Coordinator)
What an exciting afternoon of sport for the Liverpool College netball teams who travelled to St Edwards College on Wednesday. It was vital that the College secured wins in this all important league encounter, and they didn't disappoint winning all three matches.
Every pupil from each year group gave their all for the College and that determination not only secured the wins but have put Liverpool College in pole position to win the Y7 and Y9 netball league.
Mr J Cook (Sports Coordinator)
On Saturday 2 February, Liverpool College was proud to host an event for More Able pupils in Year 5 and Year 6 from across the North West. The event, called ‘Business Enterprise’ was specifically devised to stimulate young entrepreneurs and challenge them to think creatively. Participating pupils were first asked to design a series of innovative new products. They were then challenged to make prototypes, identify their consumer target market, calculate costings and design a marketing campaign. All groups finally had to present a pitch to a team of ‘investors’ who grilled them on their business plans. At the end of the day, parents were invited to the event to listen to their company’s product presentations.
The event was run by Liverpool College’s director of STEM Mrs Doran, and Mrs Hoare, the manager of North West Gifted and Talented. Both were highly impressed by the quality, range and creativity of all the products produced, among which were:
• space saving cupboard door that turns into a desk
• a range of personalised bedroom furniture
• a creative savoury drinks company with flavours such as pizza and lasagne, for those who need to eat on the go.
• a robotic cat called KitKat for those who want a pet without the mess or additional costs
Well done to all the pupils involved. Their creativity and business acumen was indeed impressive.
