The culmination of our competitive athletics year saw secondary schools from across Hastings and Rother descend upon the Ark Alexandra Athletics Track for the annual Town Sports event.
Despite an overcast and very windy start to the day, 56 students from Years 7–10 battled to bring home team and year group titles, as well as the coveted title of Area Champions. Competing in a range of track and field events, our students amassed an incredible 96 medals, retained the Overall Team Trophy, and secured first place in every year group.
Many of our students have represented the Academy throughout the season, taking part in the Ark Championships and the English Schools Track and Field Cup. Their dedication and the experience gained from competing against students from across the region stood them in good stead. For our Year 10 students, this was their final opportunity to represent the Academy in athletics, and the sense of anticipation was palpable.
The day once again showcased some stunning performances, with medals and personal bests coming in thick and fast. Race after race, jump after jump, and throw after throw, our students demonstrated excellence and determination. Even when things didn’t go to plan, their resilience was remarkable. The competition was fierce, with students from other schools showing the same commitment and drive, going head-to-head with our athletes in every event.
Notable performances came from:
- Year 7: Isabella Fitz-Hugh, Tera Buckland, Mehran Nadiri, Jacob Hammond
- Year 8: Gugu Sibanda, Meschac Addo, Evelina Seglina-Jackovele, Ida-May Pocock
- Year 9: Sophie Smith, Isabelle Hyde, Toby Pilbro
- Year 10: Adria Da Silva, Daisy Welch, Sonny Nailor, Sonny Tyrrell, Harley Manu
It has been another amazing summer of athletics, and we would like to thank our students, parents, and carers for their unwavering support and commitment. The students who have represented us have not only been a credit to the Academy but an absolute delight.
A special thank you also goes to the handful of Year 10 GCSE PE students who acted as Sports Leaders. Their organisation and communication in delivering events received high praise once again.
What phenomenal students we have!
Results Breakdown – Ark Alexandra Academy
| Year Group | Girls | Boys | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | 2nd | 1st | 1st |
| Year 8 | 1st | 1st | 1st |
| Year 9 | 1st | 3rd | 1st |
| Year 10 | 2nd | 2nd | 1st |
| Overall | 1st |
Final Standings:
- Ark Alexandra Academy
- St. Leonard’s Academy
- Bexhill Academy
- Robertsbridge
- Battle Abbey
- Hastings Academy
- St. Richard’s
- Claverham
- Buckswood
