Our pupils have, once again, been excelling on the national stage this week, showcasing talent, teamwork and determination across multiple sports.

In the Swimming National Schools’ Bath Cup at the Olympic Aquatic Centre, Faaiq (U6), Matthew (U6), Emilio (U6) and Tako (Middles) delivered outstanding performances, making the national final and finishing among the top seven teams in the country in the medley relay. Their commitment in training and composure under pressure were a credit to the School and their coaches.

Meanwhile, the Girls’ 1st XI Hockey team continued their remarkable run by reaching the Tier 1 National Finals.
In a fiercely contested semi-final, they were edged out 3–5 by Clifton, before facing Repton in the bronze medal match. In a thrilling rematch of the indoor national gold medal game, the team produced a superb performance, drawing 2–2 in normal play and clinching victory via shuffles.

The Boys’ 1st XI Hockey team played a thrilling match against Bradfield College. Haileybury made a strong start, converting two penalty corners in the first half. Bradfield responded after the break, narrowing the gap to 2–1, before Alex (U6) restored Haileybury ’s advantage with a superb strike. The closing minutes were nail-biting, with Bradfield scoring again and then earning a penalty corner in the final play of the game. However, a brilliant goal-line clearance by James (U6, Trevelyan) secured Haileybury ’s place in the semi-final.

Last but not least, the Golf team won the East Region Championship, with a fabulous performance in hugely challenging conditions on a very windy links course, overcoming Uppingham 5-0 in the final, and thus winning the Ratcliffe Cup.

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The U18 Lacrosse team enjoyed an outstanding weekend at the National Championships.

After a challenging first day, the team showed exceptional determination and skill to dominate Day Two in Division 2, winning all seven matches to reach the final. In an exciting finish, they secured a 3–2 victory over Cheltenham Ladies’ College to be crowned Division 2 National Champions. Congratulations to the 1st X Lacrosse squad on this fantastic achievement – a well‑deserved reward for their teamwork, resilience and competitive spirit.

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It was another superb outing for our rugby teams this week at the County 7s tournament.

The U16 7s side were crowned County Champions after an outstanding performance, clinching a hard-fought 14–12 victory over Berkhamsted in the final. Having finished second in their group, the team battled through several close contests to lift the trophy – a fantastic achievement!

The U18s, fielding a relatively young squad with our Year 13 players unavailable due to exams, also showed great spirit and determination, finishing sixth overall.

It has been a very promising 7s season across the board, and the boys now look ahead with excitement to next week’s Mudlarks game.

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The girls’ 1st XI hockey team recorded a superb victory over Millfield on Tuesday in a thrilling Schools U18 Tier 1 Championship quarter-final.

After a tightly contested match, a fantastic equaliser from Laura (U6, Hailey) took the score to 1–1 at full time and sent the game to penalties – or “shuffles” in hockey parlance.

Under enormous pressure, and showing immense character, Lois (L6, Allenby), Lettie (U6, Melville) and then Florrie (Vths, Colvin) each held their nerve to score their shuffle. In goal, Georgie (L6, Hailey) delivered a masterclass, saving all three of Millfield’s attempts to secure the win. It was a pulsating encounter, and the girls now progress to the last four in the country and the national semi-final.

It was an extraordinary afternoon of sport. The performance from the girls was very special, the management of the team was exceptional, and the passionate support from the sidelines undoubtedly made a difference to the outcome.

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Haileybury’s sports teams continue to impress on the national stage, with both the U16 netball and U18 rugby squads celebrating outstanding victories.

Haileybury’s sports teams continue to impress on the national stage, with both the U16 netball and U18 rugby squads celebrating outstanding victories. The U16 netball girls are in fine form, their well-grooved combinations coming to life on the court in impressive style. Their fluid and confident play carried them through to the last eight of the Sisters n Sport Cup, following a superb 45–21 win against St Helen & St Katharine in a thrilling encounter.

Meanwhile, the U18 Sevens rugby team built on their excellent performance from the Easter Series with another strong showing at the Habs Sevens. The boys defeated several strong sides, including Mill Hill, before securing a convincing win against Brighton College in the final. Sam (U6) delivered a standout performance, crossing the line multiple times with dazzling footwork and electric acceleration.

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The 1st XI girls’ hockey team have carried their fantastic pre-Christmas form into January. Having won the national indoor silver medal in December, the girls now sit top of the outdoor England Hockey Tier 1 league with one game remaining, having won all their matches so far.

They continued their winning streak today with a 5–0 away victory against St John’s, Leatherhead. Player of the match, centre back Scarlett (Vths, Alban’s), was outstanding and showed maturity beyond her years. Laura (U6, Hailey) continued her scoring streak with a brace, Florrie (Vths, Colvin) also scored twice, and captain Freya (U6, Allenby) added another.

The team boasts an impressive goal difference of 27, having scored 33 goals in 6 games and conceding only 6. Previous wins against Framlingham, St George’s Weybridge, Ipswich and Sevenoaks put them in a strong position, and we hope this will lead to a home tie in the last eight of the national knock-out stages.

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Congratulations to Giovanna (Middles, Allenby), who achieved an outstanding gold medal in the U16 Girls’ Foil at the Eastern District Region competition.

She led strongly throughout the final, securing victory with a close 14–13 finish.

This remarkable result has qualified Giovanna for the British Youth Fencing Championships, which will take place in Sheffield from 2–4 May. Before then, she will compete at the Public Schools’ Fencing Championships from 17–19 March, and we wish her every success as she continues her fantastic season.

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We are delighted to share that the Legends Tennis Centre has now joined Haileybury, further strengthening the role of tennis within our vibrant sporting community.

The Centre’s superb facilities include four indoor and four outdoor courts, all featuring a high-quality acrylic surface, similar to that used at the Australian Open. Pupils will therefore benefit from a true Grand Slam quality bounce as they train and compete.

Our new Director of Tennis, Francisco Ruiz Lopez, is driving the continued growth of tennis across the School, inspiring both increased participation and competitive success. He is now joined by the talented coaching team at Legends, bringing an exciting new depth of expertise and quality to our pupil tennis programme.

The tennis centre will also continue to have a community outlook, teaching the game to local children as well as housing an adult membership who play, train and compete locally as a club. Our goal is to both develop young players through the Legends community programme and attract young players into the School who will be able to compete internationally on the tennis stage.

We look forward to sharing more tennis news with you throughout the year.

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Over the Christmas break, Haileybury pupils took part in two exciting overseas sports tours, combining intensive training with valuable cultural experiences.

Netball Teams in Barbados:

Two Haileybury netball teams, one U14 and one U16, travelled to Barbados for a tour that offered outstanding opportunities for sporting development and cultural enrichment.

Across eight competitive fixtures, the teams recorded seven wins, adapting impressively to the fast-paced and physical Bajan style of play. A particular highlight was an inspiring coaching session led by former Barbados National Coach Denise Alleyne, which encouraged the girls to refine their technical and tactical understanding.

Beyond the court, the players explored the island, enjoyed a taste of Caribbean culture and some well-earned sunshine, and represented Haileybury with enthusiasm and team spirit throughout.

Senior Boys Hockey in Barcelona:

Meanwhile, the senior boys’ hockey squad travelled to Barcelona for a three-night pre-season tour, preparing for the upcoming term through a series of high-quality training sessions at the prestigious Polo Club.

The team secured a 6–4 victory against local side Linia 22 in a match played at a stadium originally used for the Olympic Games, an experience that will live long in the memory. The boys also enjoyed sightseeing time in the city, visiting the Sagrada Familia, Olympic Park, and the Gothic Quarter.

The tour provided the perfect start to the season, and we look forward to seeing the squad build on their progress in the matches ahead.

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We are thrilled to welcome Francisco Ruiz Lopez as Haileybury’s new Director of Tennis!

With a wealth of experience and a passion for helping young players shine, Francisco has already brought fantastic energy to our indoor courts. Pupils have been enjoying dynamic coaching sessions and Francisco is currently designing an exciting, year-round programme that will elevate tennis at Haileybury to new heights.

Francisco shared a little about his journey: “For the last 15 years I’ve worked in tennis across the UK, supporting players as people, athletes and competitors. I have been lucky enough to help train some incredible talent, including Aljaz Bedene (former world top 50 ATP) and Dan Cox (former top 250 ATP). Recently, I have been coaching players heading to Division 1 universities in the USA who are currently competing on the ITF Junior Tour.

My goal is to make Haileybury a beacon in the tennis world, known for its inspiring environment, outstanding training and personalised support for every pupil. I am super thrilled to be part of Haileybury!”

We are equally thrilled to have Francisco leading our tennis programme and can’t wait to see the exciting developments ahead. Game on!

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Haileybury hockey is celebrating a sensational week, with three teams qualifying for the England Hockey National Finals.

In a remarkable display of skill and teamwork, our U18 girls, U16 girls, and U18 boys have all clinched the East Regional indoor hockey titles, securing their spot among the top ten teams in the country to compete at the National Finals in two weeks’ time.​

The achievement is particularly special this year, as our U16 girls prepare to defend their national crown following last year’s triumph, a testament to the strength and consistency of their programme.​

For three Haileybury teams out of a possible four to qualify for the pinnacle event in schools’ indoor hockey, this accomplishment is nothing short of unprecedented, marking a proud moment in the history of Haileybury sport.

​Congratulations to all our players and coaches – we’re looking forward to an exciting National Finals and wish our teams every success!

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County Success for Haileybury Netball Teams

On Saturday, our U19, U16 and U14 Netball squads competed in the County Round of the National Schools Tournament, braving challenging high winds to deliver outstanding performances. Each team demonstrated impressive resilience, positivity, and determination throughout a busy day of fixtures – and what a day it was!

U14s – 3rd place in the Shield

U16s – Plate Winners

U19s – Cup Runners-up after a thrilling final vs Berkhamsted

Our U19s now head to the Regional Round on Saturday 7 February.

Congratulations to all players and coaches on an excellent day of competition and a proud representation of Haileybury sport.

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