On Sunday, 23 January, two Year 7 girls, Miranda Davies and Sarah Giffard, competed in the National Inter-Counties Cross-Country championships at Bute Park Cardiff. The girls (pictured) were selected for the Dyfed team after consistent successes in the Pembrokeshire League throughout the autumn term. The successes achieved at local level were to be tested to the full, in what turned out to be an International event, with teams from Northern Ireland and Scotland. Miranda finished 60th and Sarah 90th from a field of over 220 runners, so well done both athletes for the commitment they have shown in cross-country so far this season.
TSUNAMI APPEAL
After several meetings and discussions, Greenhill hasdecided how they are going to contribute to this appeal for funds. The following is a summary of what they want to do and how fund-raising will be organised. All the money the school collects will be paid in to Mr. Paul Cowper's 'START' Fund. This will be earmarked to assist schools in the Tangalle area to rebuild and re-equip. "Our intention is to set-up a long-term relationship with these schools, which we hope will extend beyond the period of immediate reconstruction," said a spokesman at Greenhill. "A number of fund-raising events are planned for school next week, bazaars, a Valentines Delivery Service and a disco for Years 7 and 8," the spokesman continued. "Friday, February 11, will be our major fund-raising day and this will be a non-uniform day, with other activities planned but lessons will continue as normal. Please read the letter that will be sent home. "We need your help; we hope to raise a significant amount of money next week. Donations will be readily accepted, every penny will be paid to 'START'. Please encourage your child to give us your support."
URDD NATIONAL SWIMMING GALA
Congratulations to all the pupils on their success during the Urdd National Swimming Gala held on Saturday in Bangor, North Wales. Results were: Gavin Kinsey (one gold); Danny Brown (two gold); Adam Hensman (one gold); Andrew James (one gold); Jamie Nicholas (two gold, one silver); Gemma Amos (two gold); Megan Lear (two gold); Daniel Brown (one gold, one bronze); Tasha Kinsey (two gold, one silver, one bronze); Lewys Canton (one gold); Leon Goddard (one gold); Carl Amos (two gold); Matthew Brown (two gold, one bronze); Sophie Arthur (two gold).
JUDO
Congratulations to Chris Butler in the Sixth Form who gained his Black Belt at Judo in Cardiff last weekend. He will now go on to compete in the forthcoming British Schools Judo Championships later this year. RUGBY
Greenhill 1st XV 17 Tasker Milward 27: scorers: Alex Jenkins (three tries), Rhys Thomas (one conversion); man-of-the-match Ieuan Rowell; prominent players Rob Clarke and Alex Jenkins. Greenhill 2nd XV 12 Tasker Milward 13: scorers Louren Brits (one try), Aled Griffiths (one try and conversion); man-of-the-match Simon Hilling. Greenhill Year 11 20 Gwendraeth 19: This encounter was to decide the quarter-finalists of the Welsh National Under 16s competition. This epic encounter was dominated by the Greenhill forwards in testing conditions. The quarter-final draw pitches Greenhill away to the North Wales Champions, Brynhyfryd School of Ruthin. Scorers Rob Clarke and Dan Colley; man-of-the-match Rob Clarke; prominent players Ieuan Rowell and Rob Tuttle. Ysgol Strade 17 Greenhill Year 9: This was the first knock out stage for the Year 9 team and away to Ysgol Strade was always going to be a challenge. The first half performance produced everything bar the required tries, as Greenhill dominated possession and territory with a very strong wind behind them. The half-time score was 5-7 in Strade's favour, after Jack Bakers try for Greenhill. The second half was always going to be difficult against the strong wind and Strade's dominance at the breakdown probed the essential difference between the two teams. Scorer Jack Baker; man-of-the-match Sam Ferguson; prominent players Patrick Roberts and Jamie Williams; squad: Chris Heesom, Jamie Williams, James Criddle, Tom Harland, Michael Jones, Yannick Parker, Dan McDermott, Jack Guerreiro, Roy Osborn, Jack Baker, Pat Roberts, Joe Morris, Sam Ferguson, Jake Marsh, Joe Kidney, Andrew Evans, Matthew Davies, James Canton, Keifer Thompson, John Mathias, Rob Jones.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
February 7: Year 11 GCSE Music Concert (Drama Studio, 7.30 pm). February 8: Higher Education Application Evening (Main Hall, 7 pm); U18 and U15 Rugby Tournament: U16 Hockey. February 9: U14 Boys Hockey Tournament (Pembroke); Year 9 Netball (Netball - Anne Smart and Presidents Cup - West Wales). February 10: Year 9 Options Evening (Main Hall, 7 pm). February 11: Year 11 Reports to Parents. February 14-18: Half-term.