St Swithun’s Prep win regional netball title
St Swithun’s Prep School in Winchester were crowned regional champions as they delivered a stellar sporting performance at the IAPS Regional Netball Tournament.
The all-girls squad went unbeaten throughout the whole tournament at King Edwards VI School despite some close games, and claimed a 7-4 victory in a hard-fought final against KES Prep School.
This win secures their place in the forthcoming IAPS National Finals where they will play against the top 20 schools in the country.
Competing against 15 schools from across the South East of England, Chloe E, Hennie E, Lizzie GB, Willow J, Arabella M, Dominique V and captain, Eva H, showed fantastic teamwork and are thrilled to now have the opportunity to compete at national level.
Team captain, Eva, commented, "Although we were nervous going into the tournament, we were also quietly confident as we have put a lot of work into developing our play and have even been practising every break time. We were really proud to be unbeaten in all of our games, especially the game against Newland House which was the toughest. We learnt a lot as a team throughout the tournament and are really looking forward to seeing how far we can push ourselves against new opposition at the Nationals. We are really excited!"
Head of St Swithun’s Prep School, Liz Norris said, "We couldn’t be prouder of our prep netball squad for their dedication and perseverance on the netball courts to become regional champions. Not only have they accomplished something incredible for themselves, but as year 6 girls they are an inspiration to the younger pupils in our school. I wish them the best of luck for Nationals!"
The whole St Swithun’s community is incredibly proud of the squad’s achievement, and looks forward to supporting them as they now train for nationals on 19 March at Bryanston School.
Match list
Portsmouth Grammar School - Won 7-0
Twyford School - Won 6-5
Headington Rye Oxford Prep School - Won 11-1
Talbot Heath Junior School - Won 7-0
Embley Prep School - Won 12-0
King Edward VI Preparatory School - Won 5-4
Finished top of our Pool and progressed through to the Cup competition.
Cup Quarter Final
Cheam School - Won 8-3
Cup Semi Final
Newland House - Won 4-3
Cup Final
King Edward VI Preparatory School - Won 7-4
March 2025