Spring Term Sports and Dance Report

It’s been a brilliant term for our school sports teams, with excellent performances across football and volleyball. Here are some of the highlights:

Year 7 Football

The Year 7s have had a fantastic league campaign, finishing third overall. They’ve also impressed in the Brighton Cup, reaching the final, which will be played after Easter at the Sussex Ground. A superb season so far, with more excitement to come!

Year 8 Football

Year 8 have enjoyed a successful season, finishing second in the league, just behind BACA. In their recent Cup semi-final, they showed brilliant character, coming from 3-2 down at half-time to beat Cardinal Newman 5-3. Rupert and Jadon earned Man of the Match, while Imad and TJ scored four goals between them. This sends them into their second final of the year – a fantastic achievement!

Year 8 Girls Football

The Year 8 girls have had an exceptional season, finishing top of their league with big wins including 6-2 against PACA, 7-1 against Patcham, and an incredibly close 2-1 win over Cardinal Newman. With 15 goals scored across the campaign, they now head into the Brighton Cup Final against Varndean after Easter. A phenomenal achievement for a talented squad.

Year 9 Girls Football

Year 9 capped off their league campaign with a well-earned 1-0 win over BACA and Cardinal Newman, securing third place in the league. A solid performance in a competitive division.

Years 9–11 Mixed Volleyball

Last Friday saw our mixed volleyball team from Years 9 to 11 compete against Buckwood International School. They played three exciting sets to 25 points, winning one and narrowly losing another. With several new players involved, the team showed real promise and enthusiasm – a great effort all round.

Year 10 Football

Year 10 finished a strong third in the league, with standout results including a 2-1 win over Cardinal Newman A Team, an 8-1 victory over Blatchington Mill, and a 2-0 win against Patcham. The boys have shown excellent teamwork and spirit throughout the season.

Year 11 Football

The Year 11 boys have had a brilliant season, winning the league with 3 wins and 1 draw from their four games. Their results included a 3-0 win over Varndean, a 4-1 win against Blatchington Mill B, a 3-0 win over Hove Park, and a hard-fought 0-0 draw with Kings. They’re also still competing in both the County Cup Shield and the Brighton Cup. Despite a narrow loss on penalties in the Brighton Cup semi-final against Blatchington Mill, their overall performance this season has been outstanding.

Year 11 Girls Football

The Year 11 girls team has also had a successful season, reaching the final of the Brighton & Hove Cup, where they will face Varndean after Easter. We look forward to cheering them on in what promises to be an exciting match.

Well done to all our players for their hard work, dedication, and sporting excellence this term. Good luck to all those heading into finals – we’re proud of you!

DANCE REPORT – A CELEBRATION OF TALENT AND DEDICATION

It’s been an incredible few weeks for the Dance Department at Longhill High School, with two major events showcasing the amazing talent, creativity, and commitment of our students.

Dance Evening at Longhill

Miss Perring coordinated a truly unforgettable Evening of Dance, featuring over 24 performances from students across Years 7 to 11. The event was a huge success, with over 200 people in attendance, including supportive families, friends, and staff members. Every student involved performed with passion, precision, and confidence, reflecting the hard work they’ve put in during after-school sessions with Mrs Perring, Ms Lawes, and Miss Atherton. The audience was left in awe, not only by the student performances but also by some fantastic contributions from staff that added even more energy and excitement to the night.

Let’s Dance at the Brighton Dome

Just a week prior, the Year 9, 10, and 11 girls had the incredible opportunity to perform in the prestigious Let’s Dance event at the Brighton Dome. Performing in front of a crowd of 500 to 1,000 people, including primary and secondary schools from across the city, the girls delivered a stunning routine that stood out for its energy and professionalism. Their performance was met with huge applause from the audience and was a real moment of pride for Longhill, as the team shone brightly as one of the standout schools on the night

These recent events highlight not only the skill and talent of our students, but also the strong sense of community, commitment, and support that runs through the Dance Department. A massive well done to everyone involved – you’ve made the school incredibly proud!

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