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Mark Youth Theatre Success

Tue 22 Mar 2016 Angela Evans

Sun 20^th March - Mark Youth Theatre entered two shows in the County Drama Festival in Somerton. Current and past students from Hugh Sexey were all involved. “Don’t Shoot the Messenger” won the Eyris Jones Memorial Trophy for the Best Production by a Youth Group, and won The Hope Cup for the Best All Round Presentation (including all the adult groups). Past pupil Jack Cole won the Best Performer under the age of 30.

Clare Banwell and Laura Hackling directed the shows, and the children in the winning show were Caitlin Tolton, Maddy Ballam, Alex Evans and Harvey Godwin from year 8; Austin Peters, Sassie Carrington and Maisie Sharp from year 7; Sajda Idris, Scarlett Smith, Katherine Evans and Daisy Moss from year 6; and Ella Woodcock, Lowenna Jackson-Voyzey, Jessie Woodcock and Lily May Mounty from year 5; and past pupil Lauren Woodcock. Hannah Tatton, Year 6, was also part of the winning play but was unable to attend the Sunday performance. This was a brilliant achievement for the children from Hugh Sexey and it was really lovely that every year group was represented.

Year 7 Visit to Bristol Places of Worship

Thu 17 Mar 2016 Ms R Taylor

On 15th March a group of 43 pupils visited the Shal Jalal Jame Mosque and the Ramagarhia Sikh Temple, both in Bristol. In KS2 pupils studied the key aspects of the Islamic faith, and are currently studying the teachings and ideas of the Sikh faith. Mohammed, the education officer from the Bristol Muslim Cultural Society gave a very informative talk to the pupils and showed us around the mosque. Pupils were rather impressed by the dome.

We then walked over the Sikh Temple, where the President, Mr Singh welcomed us and invited us to eat our lunch in the Langar Hall, where Sikhs share a communal, vegetarian meal, every Sunday after their worship. Pupils were then invited upstairs, where Sikhs worship. They were inspired by the beautiful and ornate decorations. The pupils listened very carefully and respectfully to Mr Singh and answered his questions. Two of our pupils even had a chance to try playing the harmonium! Before we left, pupils were able to walk round a look carefully at the Sikh Holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib.

Mendip Netball Tournaments Years 7 & 8

Thu 17 Mar 2016 Mrs Kate Allen

Mendip tournaments year seven and year eight.

The girls travelled to Wells Blue to play in the Mendip tournament. Year seven played on Tuesday 15th March and year eight on Wednesday 16th March.
Year Seven
Ten of our year seven girls represented the school in an exciting tournament. The girls faced teams from Fairlands, Wells Blue , Selwood and Oakfield. All the teams played with skill and a very happy, positive approach. Our team played well and there was some very accurate shooting from Alice. I was very grateful to three keen students who organised their own transport from the year seven humanities trip in order to represent the school: Poppy, Amelie and Sophie.
In the end Well Blue won and our girls finished fourth.
Player of the tournament. Saskia

Year Eight
Nine of the pupils represented the school. On this occasion they played teams from Fairlands, Oakfield, Wells Blue, Crispin and St.Dunstans.
I was very proud of the standard of play that our girls displayed. The girls won all their matches except for a draw against Wells Blue. Kat , Rachel and Maya shot with accuracy. The defence by Maisie and Lana proved very difficult to penetrate. Jess,Tilly Mia and Kyle showed agility in centre court.
The draw against Wells Blue was very exciting. We managed to score in the last minute.
Frustratingly for the girls , the end result of the tournament came down to goal difference 33-27 in favour of Wells Blue.
Both tournaments were played in good spirits and were enjoyed by all participants.

Mrs Allen

Football: U13 boys Semi Final Somerset Cup vs Maiden Beech

Wed 16 Mar 2016 Mr Gareth Waterfield

Hugh Sexey welcomed Maiden Beech to play this very important match. Hugh Sexey's won the game 2-0.

The back four: George Gass, Ethan Streeter, Grace White and Sam Oughton defended solidly throughout the game, and Maiden Beech hardly troubled the keeper Morgan Roberts.

In midfield Alex Kemsley, Louis Bougourd, Richard Hillgrove and Seb Martin covered the entire field, playing some superb football, while Harry Banwell and Harley Wilkinson up front had plenty of service.

The goals were scored by Harley Wilkinson with some stunning finishing.

Substitutes Jonny Callow, Charlie Starks, Odin Ward and Tom Wilcox were superb, and when they came on gave Hugh Sexey fresh legs; we are lucky we have such good quality players in our team.

The final is on 28th April, at Street FC. Good luck everyone

Gareth Waterfield.

Netball Match Report: HSMS vs Fairlands

Fri 11 Mar 2016 Mrs Kate Allen

Four teams travelled to Fairlands Middle school to play netball.
There was a team from each year group. For many of our key stage two pupils this was their first experience of an away fixture.
Each team played with a high level of motivation and good teamwork skills were displayed throughout.
The year five accompanied by their coach Mrs. Callow displayed great maturity and there was some excellent performances. The team won 14-1 .
Year six also played well and were able to demonstrate a high level of skill. This year group have been very motivated throughout training with large numbers regularly attending lunch time club. This team won 17-1 .
Year seven had a closely fought match with the flow of the game going both ways.
The year seven team eventually won 7-5.
Year eight played a hard match. The Fairlands team displayed very accurate shooting but the Hugh Sexey team never gave up. The two teams will be a very strong force when many combine next year in year nine. The year eight team lost 25-9.
A great afternoon of netball. Well played to all the teams and to the other girls who have regularly attended netball clubs.
Kate Allen

Year 8 Inter House Football Matches

Thu 10 Mar 2016 Mr R. McGrath

The year 8 House football competition was played on a clear and brisk Friday afternoon. Tension and excitement levels were high, and the four houses, Viking, Celts, Saxons and Normans were all quietly optimistic of securing the converted house trophy.

The Vikings got of to a flying start against the Saxons. They won the game 5 - 0 and played some blistering football in the process. On pitch 2 the Celts cruised to a 3-0 victory against a spirited Normans outfit. Alex Kimsley played well throughout the day and did a sterling job of directing play from midfield. For the Normans Brandon James and Odin Ward worked well and were a credit to their house. The Celts continued their fine form with a 6-0 victory over the Saxons. Whilst both Normans sides got victories against the Vikings. In the end the Celts just piped it with 14 points courtesy of 5 wins and 1 draw. The Normans finished in 2nd place with 13 points, with the Vikings and Saxons on 9 and 8 points respectively.

It was a lovely afternoon of football and the boys should be proud of the way they played and conducted themselves.

Thanks also to Mr Lamb and Mr Waterfield for their help throughout the afternoon.

Year 6 Girls House Netball Matches

Thu 10 Mar 2016 Mrs Kate Allen

A very keen year group. This is reflected in the numbers of girls who attend club.
The conditions were cold and wet but the spirits were high.
Four helpful year eight leaders umpired and all girls in year six played for their house.
The matches were close but eventually it was a victory for the girls in red The Normans.
Joint third Saxons and Vikings
Second Celts
Winners of house Cup The Normans.

Boys Basketball- Years 7 & 8

Thu 10 Mar 2016 Mr McGrath

A number of boys from year 7 and 8 made the short journey to Kings of Wessex School to play basketball against Fairlands year 8 team. Basketball has proved to be popular with a number of the students and the fixture gave an opportunity for the players to experience playing on a full sized court against different opposition. The team started strongly. Harley Wilkinson proved to be very proficient at gaining offensive and defensive rebounds and this set the platform from which the team could attack and defend. The two Jacobs, Nelson and Westbrook, gave the team energy and tenacity and they did an excellent job of fronting the zonal defensive strategy. Hugh Sexey scored a number of quick breaks in the first quarter. Harvey Godwin was often on the end of the quick breaks and he got an impressive amount of points in this fixture. Basketball is one of the ultimate team sports as every player must contribute to attack and defense in equal measure. Mitchel Simpson was a tribute to this and had a fine game. He was good at rebounding and showed excellent ball skills and blocking ability. Morgan Roberts had a strong game at power forward and hit shots under the post and from distance.

Overall it was a very positive experience for the players and something they will hopefully continue to enjoy and develop in. Thanks to Fairlands and Ms Tyson for agreeing to the game. We look forward to meeting up with you again next week.

Thanks also to Kings of Wessex for the use of the sports hall.

Year 6 Boys House Football Matches

Thu 10 Mar 2016 Mr McGrath

The Normans were crowned the winners of the year 6 House Football competition on a wet and windy day. The competition was rescheduled due to poor weather and Chocolate factory commitments, however the delay did not effect the quality of the football on show. All houses played well and with good spirit and it was a joy to see the players enjoy the sport of football so much.

The Saxons made a promising start with a commanding 4 - 0 victory against the Saxons. Robert Fairchild and Ethan Floyd both played well in the opening games for the Saxons. On pitch 2 the Normans and the Celts shared the spoils with the Normans winning one game 1 - 0 and the Celts taking a 3 - 2 win in the second game. Ewan Duckett was in white hot form, always selecting the correct time to pass and showing a neat turn of pace when beating opponents. Jacob Ayres put in a typically commanding performance for the Normans, throwing his body in the way of the ball and marshalling the defence with purpose. The Vikings worked well throughout, gaining a win against the Saxons and the Celts.

The margin of victory was very close in most games, and many results could of gone either way. In the end the final standings were

Normans - 16

Celts - 14

Vikings - 10

Saxons - 8

Thanks to Mr Waterfield for his help throughout and the sport leaders Jack Gillett and George Champion who were excellent referees.

Travelling Book Fair

Mon 07 Mar 2016 Mrs Palmer - school librarian

Travelling Book Fair

The West Country Travelling Book Fair is in until Thursday 8th March to coincide with World Book Day. There are a wonderful selection of books for sale from £2 upwards, every book sold gives commission back to the Library so please encourage your child to come and browse.

Many thanks for your support.