Several pupils woke up bright and early on Saturday 25 November to participate in a very chilly 96th House Cross Country Championship which saw over 90 competitors run the 4.5 miles from Nashenden Farm Lane. Alfred O beat his own time to set a new course record of 27:03. Congratulations to all who took part, with a particular nod to those that ran in fancy dress and of course, the three winners for each category:
Junior Boys
1. Thomas K (34:21)
2. Billy S
3. Oliver B
Junior Girls
1. Amelie V (42:50)
2. Erin H
3. Annie C
Senior Boys
1. Alfred O (27:03)
2. Charlie V
3. Nik H
Senior Girls
1. Maggie D (42:46)
2. Chloe R
3. Sarah W
House Winner per Category
Junior Boys – Crick
Junior Girls – Storrs
Senior Boys – Storrs
Senior Girls – Crick
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