b'THE ELLESMERIAN 99Rugby - U14I am pleased to present the end-of-season report for the U14 rugbyThe players have put in the extra hours in the gym and on the training team. As the coach of this remarkable group of young athletes, I ampitch, enhancing their physical conditioning. This commitment to fitness proud of the dedication, hard work, and improvement demonstrated byhas translated into improved stamina and endurance during matches. The each player throughout the season. team has consistently displayed excellent sportsmanship, both in victory and defeat. They have earned the respect of their opponents and referees The season began on a high note with an outstanding victory overalike. Several players have emerged as leaders within the team, taking on Haberdashers Adams. The team displayed exceptional teamwork androles of responsibility and setting positive examples for their peers.skills, setting a positive tone for the rest of the season. Despite a close loss to King Henrys VIII School at our next match, our boys showedAs we conclude this season, its important to remember that the remarkable resilience and determination. The game was a testament toscoreboard only tells part of the story. The growth, dedication, and their never-give-up attitude. character development that our young athletes have shown are equally, if not more, important. We look forward to building on this seasons Our match against Old Swinford Hospital may have resulted in a loss onprogress in the coming year.the scoreboard, but it was evident that the team had made significant improvements in various aspects of their game. In a closely contestedThank you for your unwavering support and encouragement throughout match against Calday Grammar School, our players exhibited tremendousthe season. Our rugby team is a testament to the values of hard work, growth in their skills and understanding of the game. determination, and continuous improvement that we hold dear in our school community.The final game of the season against St Anselms was another closely fought battle. Our team gave their all and demonstrated a level ofHALsportsmanship that makes us proud.Throughout the season, our players have put in relentless effort to improve their rugby skills and teamwork. Our players have shown significant improvements in their passing, tackling, and kicking skills. Their commitment to individual skill development has been impressive and the camaraderie within the team has grown stronger with each passing game. The players have learned to communicate effectively on the field, resulting in better coordination and decision-making.'