Unbeaten all season and brimming with confidence after a dominant 6–0 semi-final win, CCS started the game on the front foot. Their bright start, which saw an assured defensive display and attacking fluidity, saw CCS take the lead from a brilliantly taken finish by O. Clements-Hill, before doubling their advantage when A. Peroni rose highest at a corner to power home a bullet header. The momentum remained with CCS, and M. Carp added a well-deserved third, capping off an excellent attacking move.

With a 3–0 lead, the team appeared in full control, until NSB hit back with two quickfire goals entering the final 10 minutes. Both sides created chances: CCS to put the game beyond doubt, and NSB to force an equaliser. In the game's final minutes, H. Beezhold delivered a goalkeeping masterclass. His string of courageous saves kept CCS ahead, but it was the final kick of the game that saw an extraordinary fingertip stop, diverting a fierce shot onto the crossbar, sparking jubilant celebrations as the referee blew for full time.

The 3–2 victory sealed the County Cup for CCS, maintaining their unbeaten year. A brilliant team performance, full of resilience, skill, and heart.

The final saw five fantastic goals, each a product of excellent passing, sharp vision, and a drive to succeed. Every strike reflected the girls’ understanding of the game, their commitment to each other, and their sheer passion for football.

This remarkable victory marks the fourth consecutive year that CCS Girls U16s have reached the county cup final—an unbelievable achievement that continues a legacy of excellence in CCS girls’ football over the last eight years.

As a teacher and coach, I couldn’t be prouder. Watching these young athletes grow in confidence, skill, and teamwork over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Many of these girls are now making their mark in local football, and I hope their achievements on the pitch continue for many years to come.

CCS Girls U16s have truly shown what determination, teamwork, and passion can achieve—this County Cup victory is one I am incredibly proud of. Well done CCS! A special shout out also goes to Peaches, whilst she couldn't make it to the final game, she has had a fantastic season of her own and shown incredible teamwork throughout – well done. 

Match report by coach Mrs Evans.

Year 8 Netball

CCS 26 – 1 The Parker School  Player of the match E Clewitt  (Coaches player D Spires,

We now wait for the results to come in to see if CCS will win the league or will be a close runners up but a fantastic season but this talented group of netballers!

CCS 26 – 1 The Parker School 
Player of the match E Clewitt  (Coaches player D Spires)

This is a side known for starting slowly before outscoring their opponents later in the game—but would today follow the script? KBA struck again before the interval to make it 5–0, though a determined CCS response just before half-time offered a glimmer of hope, reducing the deficit to 5–1. Even so, it left CCS with a mountain to climb.

The second half told a very different story. CCS established complete territorial dominance, pinning KBA inside their own half for long spells. Two goals were ruled out, and several strong penalty appeals were waved away, adding to CCS’s frustration. With 25 minutes remaining, they did find the net again, narrowing the gap to 5–3 and swinging momentum firmly in their favour.

Despite their relentless pressure, CCS couldn’t complete the comeback. KBA capitalised on a late break to add a sixth goal in the closing minutes, putting the contest beyond reach.

Final Score: CCS 3–6 KBA

A true game of two halves. CCS showed tremendous character and quality after the break but ultimately left themselves with too much to do. The boys can be proud of their efforts this season. Congratulations and good luck to KBA in the final.

Players of the Match: C Knight and J Bedford

Congratulations to the U14 Team - CCS are now in the final of the U14 County Cup Football against NS.  Date and venue to be confirmed.

Player of the match - Phoebe Desborough 

The game started very evenly with some great netball played.   The CCS squad rotated, so all players contributed to the match and, although CCS lost 5 – 18 it was a great to see some lovely netball by both teams and for the Year 11’s to have a break from their studies to enjoy some exercise in the warmth of the sports hall.

Player of the Match I Robertson (as voted by the Quinton House)

Prior to the match, both teams observed a very respective minutes’ silence for Mr Phillips, who worked at CCS for over 16 years, taught many students and was a great friend to lots of current and ex CCS staff.  Thank you to Quinton House for joining us in this moment of remembrance, and for our lovely Year 11’s who requested we do this before the match. 

The event brought together strong runners from across the county, with our students delivering some excellent individual performances on a challenging course.

Outstanding results included a 1st place finish for B. Lamb, 3^rd place for F. Carty and 5^th place finish R. Tannasee in the Under 15 girls. E. Taylor also impressed with a 6^th place finish in the under 17 girls race, whilst L. Barton finished 9^th in the under 11 boys race. H. Marriott had a strong run to finish in 10^th place in the under 15 boys race.

Further commendable performances came from:

• J. Pratt-Masey – 34th
• K. Mistry – 35th
• S. Bell – 27th
• E. Arnsby – 37th

Each student represented South Northamptonshire with pride, commitment, and excellent sportsmanship. Competing at this level is a fantastic achievement in itself.

Congratulations to all athletes involved, and best of luck to those who have qualified to progress to the next round of the competition.

KBA 0 – 2 CCS

Players of the match -  A Boiko, K Smith

A fantastic win for the team, achieved despite a number of injuries for CCS.
They showed real determination throughout, with P. Morris stepping up to play out of position in goal and delivering an outstanding performance.
Two excellent goals from K. Smith and M. Wittich-Jackson sealed the victory, sending CCS through to the semi-finals of the competition, where they will face either Bishop or Wollaston.

Well done girls!

Miss Brooke and Mrs Chamberlain are delighted with the numbers of secondary student netballers coming to the after-school netball club on Tuesdays (3.30 pm start).  We can see a massive improvement in the skills of the netballers and some fantastic netball is being played during the matches with big improvements in many aspects of the game play.

Our Sixth Form Sports Leaders are helping with the club and sharing their immense knowledge and enthusiasm of netball with our younger students.  Thank you all for coming and hope you continue to enjoy this extracurricular club!

It was a confident and dominant performance from CCS, who from the minute the game kicked off took control and was by far the better team. Onto the semi-final of the district cup the team goes.

Final result - CCS 8-0 Campion

Goal Scorers
    •    Zach T x 3
    •    Harley E x 1
    •    Taylan A x 1
    •    Bobby P x 1
    •    Oliver W x 1
    •    Jack S x 1

Man of the match: Zach T

Goal Scores: Louis Blackwood and Josh Kelly x 2.

Man of the match: Josh K

CCS booked their place in the next round of the Nationals with a hard-fought 3–1 victory over Whitelands Academy. The game began slowly for CCS, who struggled to find rhythm in the opening stages. However, a moment of quality turned the tide: Louis B produced a clinical finish to open the scoring, giving CCS the breakthrough they needed.

From there, fantastic defending helped CCS regain control of the match, shutting down Whitelands’ attacking threats and building confidence across the team. Josh K then stepped up with two superb weak-foot finishes, showcasing composure and precision to seal the win.

A strong performance overall, CCS march on to the next round of the Nationals with momentum and belief.

Josh K led the line superbly, netting twice with trademark precision to give CCS a well-deserved advantage. Louie B added a third with a composed finish to put the result beyond doubt and cap off an excellent team display.

At the other end, it was another man-of-the-match performance from Ashton R, who completely nullified Duston’s biggest attacking threat. His reading of the game and composure under pressure ensured CCS kept a clean sheet and maintained control throughout.

A dominant all-round performance sees CCS march confidently into the quarter-finals of the County Cup — momentum firmly on their side.

J. Pratt-Masey - 2nd (Under 13 Boys)
F. Carty - 2^nd (Under 15 Girls)
H. Mariott - 2^nd (Under 15 Boys)
E. Taylor - 2^nd (Under 17 Girls)
R. Tannasee - 3^rd (Under 15 Girls)

Top Performers (Primary)
L. Barton - 6^th (Year 5 Boys)
F. Lew - 9^th (Year 6 Girls)
J. Carty - 10^th (Year 4 Boys)
O. Fern - 11^th (Year 6 Girls)

Year 7 Netball – South Northants Netball League

Campion 5 – 5 CCS   Player of the match E Okirie

Year 8 Netball - South Northants Netball League

Campion 6 – 25 CCS  Player of the match E Clewett

Year 9 Netball - South Northants Netball League

Campion 24 – 23 CCS  Player of the match E Guzic

After a tough start saw them fall 4–1 behind, the team rallied brilliantly, displaying resilience and belief to draw level at 4–4 by half-time. The second half was all about composure and quality, with a mix of excellent team play and individual brilliance helping them pull away and seal the win.

A fantastic all-round performance and a result that reflects the team’s spirit and togetherness.

Man of the Match - Mateo Carp

Y7A – The girls played exceptionally well, with fantastic shooting from both L Schoeman and S Chapman (our player of the match). L Noonan-Johnson was picking up every interception in the middle of the court and EWS struggled to get past the fantastic defence duo of G Rooney and E Okire. 

Final Score EWS 1 - 8 CCS

Player of the match: S Chapman

Y7B – This was the first time the Year 7 B team has represented the school for Netball this year. It was brilliant to see so many new faces. The girls took on lots of advice from the umpires and their play had dramatically improved from the 1st-4th quarter.  J.L'ongtstaff's footwork was exceptional throughout the game and C Lindley was a little whipet on court! Well done girls.

Final Score EWS 6 - 2 CCS

Player of the match: J Longstaff

Year 8 – The first quarter was very close with both teams settling into the match with a few misplaced passes from both teams.  However, in the 2^nd quarter, CCS took control and R Baxter made some fabulous interceptions at GK and worked well with F White to keep EWS at bay. 

In the second half, CCS worked really well and A Tran played really well, along with M Southworth and E Clewett, moved the ball up the court.  L Ducksbury’s shooting was accurate and the centre court of S Haines, D Spires, R Eze and H Fall played their part to secure the CCS win in the next two quarters.  

Final Score EWS 3 – 9 CCS

Player of the match: F White

CCS entertained DSLV for the Year 8 Netball South Northants League Netball Match. CCS started well with L Ducksbury and E Clewett working well in the circle with accurate shooting.  Throughout the whole game, M Southworth and F White were outstanding and helped successfully get the ball from defence to attack and up to the shooters.  R Eze made her debut in the team and did really well.  S Haines worked really hard and her passing was very accurate.  Half Time  CCS 8  - 3 DSLV

In the second half, CCS continued to dominate and M Southworth covered the centre court, jumping well to crucially intercept many of the passes.  E Clewett’s shooting was fabulous and CCS won the match 14 – 8.

Players’ Player E Clewett

Manager’s Players M Southworth and F White

At the back, A Rendall delivered a standout performance, earning himself Man of the Match honours. His defensive display was nothing short of exceptional, effectively neutralising one of Campion’s most dangerous players and keeping the back line solid throughout.

This result marks two wins from two for the Year 10 squad, who continue to build momentum and confidence. With this victory, they advance to the next round, ready to take on whatever comes next.

Despite dominating possession and creating more clear-cut chances, CCS found themselves trailing 1–0 at halftime. However, the team came out in the second half with renewed determination and intensity. A composed, clinical finish from Louis B brought the scores level, setting the stage for a tense finale. With the clock ticking down, Kai'Marni I delivered a stunning last-minute header that sent the crowd into a frenzy and sealed a well-deserved win for CCS.

Man of the match: Kai'Marni I

After a narrow 1–0 defeat to Campion last year, the team was determined to turn the tables, and they did so in style. CCS started the game very strongly and by half-time, they had already built a commanding 4–0 lead.

The second half saw even more attacking flair, with seven additional goals added to the tally before the final whistle. The performance of the defence and goalkeeper was also fantastic, which ensured CCS's first clean sheet of the season. It was a brilliant all-round team performance, showcasing both skill and determination.

A huge well done to all the players involved—this result is a testament to your hard work and team spirit!

Players: H. Beezhold, H. Mariott, M. Francois-Jeffery, A, Peroni, G. Dufty, C. Ratcliffe, R. Davis, J. McCallum, T. Bamisile, K. Boyce, J. Wright, O. Clements-Hill, L. Stanton

Player of the Match: J. Wright

The whistle blew at full-time, with a 1-1 draw. The game then moved onto an intense round of penalties, but CCS came out victorious, with a 3-2 win on penalties.

The second half was domination by CCS, seeing the game out confidently with a 12-3 win. Huge congratulations boys, onto the next round!  👏🏼

Final score: Caroline Chisholm 12-3 Kingsthorpe Community College

Goal scorers - Oliver W x 5, Bradley K x 2, Tayla A x 2, Donte R x 1, Zach T x 1, Harley E x 1, 

Man of the Match - Oliver W

A dominant first half saw CCS race to a 4–0 lead with sharp attacking play and great teamwork.

Moulton fought back after the break, closing the gap to 4–2, but CCS showed resilience and sealed the win with a full time score of 5-3.

A confident start and a promising sign of things to come.

Player of the match: M. Francois-Jeffrey

Scorer's: K. Boyce, T. Bamisile & J. Wright