Year 8 Football – West Berkshire Champions!
The Year 8 Football team kept the unbeaten run going with matches against John O’Gaunt School and Trinity School. St Bart’s won their first match against John O’Gaunt, 5 -2. Goals were scored by Tommy (x2), Adam, Evan and Zach. St Bart’s then played their final league match of the season against Trinity, which was a well contested game that finished 1-1. The goal was scored by Adam. Player of the afternoon was awarded to Tom for his great defending throughout both games.
This means that St Bart’s are West Berkshire league champions, winning four matches and drawing one! Well done to all students who have played their part in the football season so far.
Year 8 boys also won the 3rd round of the County Cup, 9-1 against Furze Platt Senior School. St Bart’s started the game well taking an early lead. The strong start continued until half time with the score 6-0 going into the break. The start of the second half was more evenly contested with Furze Platt scoring the first goal of the half. However, St Bart’s regained control and scored three more goals to win the match 9-1. Goals were scored by Tommy (x3), Adam (x2), Zach, Alex, Evan and Tyler. Player of the match was awarded to Adam for his constant pressing and for scoring two goals.
Well done to all involved.
