On Wednesday 22nd November a squad of 80 pupils represented the SSP at the Norfolk School Games cross country finals at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. It was a beautiful autumnal day and the conditions for cross country were perfect.
The Norfolk School Games aims to put physical activity at the heart of schools and provide all young people opportunities and experiences that can make a meaningful difference to their loves. The Games is organised by Norfolk’s 8 School Games Organisers and Active Norfolk. For more information visit the Norfolk School Games website.
SSP Squad
The qualifying pupils came from the following schools (no of pupils);
- Charles Darwin Primary (1)
- Cringleford Primary (31)
- Hethersett VC Primary (2)
- Hethersett Woodside Primary (14)
- Lakenham Primary (6)
- Little Melton Primary (7)
- St Francis of Assisi Primary (10)
- St Michaels Junior (7)
- Tuckswood Academy (1)
- West Earlham Junior (1)
Course
Pupils raced a round a course through the beautiful Thetford Forest over the following distances:
- Year 3 boys & girls = 1000m
- Year 4 boys & girls = 1200m
- Year 5 boys & girls = 1400m
- Year 6 boys & girls = 1600m
Results
To view the results from the event CLICK HERE.
Jon Osborne, School Games Organiser commented;
“It was amazing to see our runners representing the SSP and their schools against other runners from across the county. All of the pupils did really well and showed amazing determination and resilience to do their best!”
If you child enjoys cross country and would like to take part more outside of school, check out our clubs page for information about local athletics clubs.
