SPORTING HIGHLIGHTS
KGV TORCH RELAY IGNITES OLYMPIC SPIRIT
Thousands flocked to KGV on Friday 1st June 2012 to witness the start of the Southport leg of the Olympic Torch Relay. Governors, staff and students joined with invited schools and local community groups to watch the torch make its journey from the college onto Scarisbrick New Road as Stewart Reynolds, Head Gardener at the Botanic Gardens, ran the first part of the journey.
The relay was the culmination of a morning event which saw the crowds being entertained by KGV group ‘Don’t Anger Dave’ as well as enjoying a cupcake reception hosted by the college. Jan Regan, Assistant Principal said “It has been a wonderful opportunity for KGV: the response has been overwhelming, we feel so proud that KGV has been a part of the celebrations!”
Sporting Successes
- P.E. staff and students rowed, ran and swam to raise over £500 for Well Child Charity.
- Jake Barton, BTEC Extended Diploma Sport, has defended his title in April to become Golden Belt Light Middle Weight British Kick Boxing Champion 2012.
- Connor Jameson, BTEC Extended Diploma Sport, has been selected for the British Colleges Sport (BCS) Great Britiain hockey squad.
- KGV’s Rugby team won the North West Sixth Form College 10 a side rugby tournament.
- Basketball
- Fitness Circuits
- Football
- Hockey
- Netball
- Rugby
- Table Tennis
- Trampoline
- Volleyball
There are regular features against local schools and colleges; some are league competitions others, though still competitive, are friendlier in tone!
If you wish to represent a college team please indicate this on your application form and mention it during your course discussion. If we know in advance we can organise your timetable so you have Wednesday afternoons free for sport and training!
