Excitement and energy filled the air as Year 5 and 6 boys took to the pitch for the much-anticipated annual house football tournament on Thursday 6th February held at St Dunsatn's Jubilee Grounds. The competition saw all five houses battle it out in a thrilling round-robin format, showcasing their skills, teamwork, and passion for the sport.

Each team played against every other house in the opening stages, demonstrating great determination and sportsmanship. The round-robin phase was fiercely contested, with every goal, tackle, and save proving crucial in the race for the semi-finals. After a series of nail-biting encounters, the top four teams progressed to the next stage, setting up two highly competitive semi-final clashes.

The semi-finals saw Green vs Purple team and Blue vs Yellow team battle it out to earn their place in the final. The intensity only grew as players gave their all to secure a place in the grand final. Demonstrating resilience and teamwork, the Blue team and Green team emerged victorious, earning their place in the championship match.

The final was a showcase of skill, passion, and unwavering determination. Both teams played with immense heart, displaying excellent sportsmanship and respect for one another. In the end, it was the Blue team that triumphed, lifting the trophy and celebrating their well-deserved victory.

Throughout the tournament, St George's curriculum vision statement for PE:

Be Passionate.

Be Respectful.

Be Determined.

were on full display. Players showed their passion for the game, never giving up even in challenging moments. They respected their teammates, opponents, and referees, ensuring that the competition was played in the right spirit. Their determination was evident in every match, as they pushed themselves to perform at their best.

Sporting Spirit Winners

The tournament was a resounding success, highlighting not only the footballing talent within the school but also the values that make sport such a powerful and unifying experience. Congratulations to all the players for their efforts and to the Blue team for their fantastic achievement!

Thank you to St Dunstan's for allowing us to use the fantastic facitilites for a great tournament! We look forward to our next house competition at Dulwich College, which will be our annual House Hockey tournament.