In a busy and productive half-term, with very little disruption from the weather, the school cricket programme has made an extremely positive start across all age groups. Training attendance and enthusiasm have been excellent throughout the term, with pupils showing strong commitment both in practice sessions and during fixtures. The overall standard of cricket continues to improve, and it has been particularly pleasing to see the depth of talent developing throughout the programme.

The girls’ cricket programme continues to thrive and goes from strength to strength. The junior squads have shown outstanding progress, demonstrating growing confidence, improved technical ability, and an excellent attitude towards both training and competition. The inters teams have enjoyed a particularly successful half-term, recording a number of impressive performances and positive results, including comprehensive victories against Uppingham, Gresham’s, and Framlingham College. Across all age groups, the girls have competed with energy, resilience, and an increasingly mature understanding of the game.

The Girls’ 1st XI have also gathered significant momentum as the term has progressed and continue to compete strongly in two cup competitions. Their performances have reflected both determination and teamwork, with several standout displays already this season. Among the highlights were excellent victories against Ipswich and a dominant all-round performance against Gresham’s in the block fixture. The squad has developed well as a unit and will look forward confidently to the remainder of the season after half-term.

There have also been some excellent individual achievements within the girls’ programme. A special mention should go to Niamh R, India RF, and Bella B, all of whom have represented the Norfolk women’s team this term. Bella B has additionally earned selection for the Essex 2nd XI despite only being a Year 10 pupil, which is a fantastic achievement and recognition of her talent and hard work.

The boys’ programme has also enjoyed a strong and encouraging start to the season, with several squads involved in both regional and national cup competitions. The U13A boys have made excellent progress and are through to the second round of the National Cup following a series of disciplined and confident performances. Alongside them, the U15A side remain unbeaten this term, demonstrating excellent consistency and competitiveness in all fixtures played so far.

There have been many individual highlights across the boys’ teams, with several players producing outstanding batting performances in block fixtures. Lucas B, Keiran C, and Charlie MN have each recorded excellent centuries, showing composure, concentration, and attacking intent at the crease. These innings have played a major role in helping their respective teams secure strong results and have provided memorable moments during the first half of the season.

The Boys’ 1st XI faced a challenging start to the term with two early defeats but responded extremely well, showing resilience and character to bounce back strongly in subsequent fixtures. Comprehensive victories against St Joseph’s and Framlingham College demonstrated the squad’s growing confidence and ability. One of the standout performances came from Keiran C, whose superb innings of 145 runs was a major highlight of the term and helped lead the team to an impressive victory. The 1st XI will look to build further momentum and continue their development in the remaining fixtures next term.



Overall, it has been a highly encouraging and enjoyable start to the cricket season. The commitment, enthusiasm, and progress shown by pupils across both the boys’ and girls’ programmes have been outstanding. With several teams still competing in cup competitions and many exciting fixtures still to come, there is much to look forward to after half-term