PE
Sports awards Evening 2016
The Great Marlow School Sports Awards Evening was held on Tuesday 5th July in the School hall. Our guest speaker was rugby world cup winner, Will Greenwood who had a professional career that spanned 11 years, 55 international caps and World Cup victory. After an inspiring speech from Will, the night was dedicated to celebrating the sporting achievements of our young people and it was a great night had buy all. A big thank you from the PE department to all those who came and supported the event.
In addition over 150 students received certificates celebrating their sporting achievements at GMS this year.
“Congratulations to all our nominees for Sports personality of the Year 2016. It was a difficult decision with so many talented sports people to choose from but this year it went to Max Bowles, Year 10. “
The 2016 nominees were: Max Bowles
Max has unbelievable determination to be as good as he can in every single sport he takes part in. On the pitch, court, track, run up, table, mat, machine or field, Max will always be putting in 110% effort. His resilience is formidable as
he strives to improve in every activity he takes part in. He has represent GMS in every possible sport that has been offered, and experienced success in all of these throughout the past 4 years. As a GCSE PE student he sets the bench mark in every lesson where both his theory and practical application is second to none, enabling him to gain grades beyond that which were predicted for him at the beginning of the course.
Despite his outstanding ability which derives from his own hard work Max remains humble and modest at all times. He is the model sportsman who we could all learn so much from, an absolute credit to the school, the department and his parents.
Georgie Webb
Georgie Webb has overcome adversity to become a leader and role model among not only her 9EB class but her whole year. Georgie is passionate, hardworking and dedicated. Georgie has won the league with her netball team, be part of the team
who beat Borlase at hockey, captained the athletics team at districts, played in the semi-final of the girl’s county football game as well as helping coach rounders. Georgie’s work ethic is infectious. She is an ambassador for not only GMS PE but for the whole school. Georgie has grown in
GMS.
As captain of the year 10 rugby team, Kyran has led his team through the highs and lows for the past 4 years. During this time the team have become county renowned for their ability to compete at the highest level. He sets the perfect example to his team as he demonstrates the attributes of a true professional every time he steps onto the field. However this mature, positive and determined approach does not just prevail on the rugby pitch. He has represented the school in the handball team who were placed 3rd in the county at this year’s finals, and he has set new school records whilst competing for year 10 athletics
presence and ability whilst maintaining modesty and integrity.
Freddie Noel-Baker
Freddie is a Year 9 student who has represented the school in five different sports teams over the last 3 years. He has captained both the Football and Cricket teams, been a consistent first selection in the Athletics and Rugby teams and fought
hard on many occasions for the school hockey team. His attitude towards PE is outstanding. Hardworking, polite and committed. He has shown inspirational leadership qualities and has become a role model to younger students in the after-school clubs he regularly attends. Freddie’s infectious enthusiasm and determination inspires both staff and students. His conscientious approach and work ethic epitomises the ideal GMS GCSE PE student and we look forward to seeing him develop both in the theoretical and practical aspects of the course next year. A true sportsman who has been a fantastic asset for the Great Marlow PE department.
Dean Whiteley
Dean is a truly dedicated sportsman who can perform at the highest level in any sport he participates in. He has represented the school, and produced consistent outstanding performances in; rugby, cricket, badminton, tennis and athletics.
Dean is the heart and soul of every team. He also regularly attends a variety of extracurricular clubs during his own time to refine his skills and to maintain his competitive edge. Despite his talent and outstanding ability, Dean maintains an air of modesty and has a temperament that makes him a well-respected ambassador for GMS sport. He works tirelessly in lessons and the shows the qualities one would expect of a GCSE PE student.
Dean is a worthy nominee for this award for the second year running and is an inspiration both on and off the pitch; a credit to the school and himself.
Kyran Townsend
Kyran strives to perform at the top level in every single sport that he plays. His perseverance across the entire PE curriculum has enabled him to become one of the most talented PE students at
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