News 2011/12
Ratton School
20th March 2012
Year 9 Rugby – Ratton 19 – 14 Hailsham
The year 9 Rugby team looked to better their efforts from last season when Ratton hosted local rivals HCC. The game started with a fast pace with Hailsham looking the strongest in the rucks, but James Stone pierced his way through the visitors to take the lead with a well deserved try. Hailsham then took the lead with a converted try after several phases of play. The first half ended with Ratton taking the lead after Tom Groves battled his way past several players with a strong run from deep to take the score to 12-7 at the break. His try was converted by Christian Jeremiah. Hailsham fought back early on in the second half, scoring another converted try. Ratton saw off the match after some strong defensive play and powerful attacking runs. James Stone then scored his second try of the day and then successfully kicked the conversion.
Year 9 squad: Jake Botting, Freddie Black, Liam Mendonca, Ryan Button, Bruce Partridge, James Stone, Lawrence Allen, Tom Groves, Alistair Knell, Owen Davies, George Baker, Mason Brannigan, Jordan Sheldon, Lewis Cole, Khevane Byroo and Sam Jones.
19th March 2012
Eastbourne Schools Partnership Rugby 10’s Tournament
12th – 19th March
Year 11
The year 11 team started off the Rugby packed week at Eastbourne Rugby Club. Unfortunately, the results didn’t go our way as Ratton struggled to get any points on the board. A valiant effort from the boys in blue and gold sadly wasn’t enough, but the team should hold their head up high when they narrowly lost their last game against a strong HCC team 5-0.
Year 11 squad: Ryan Hall, Sam Bowles, Jonny Chapman, Alex Miles, James Powell-Cullingford, Jamie Weston, Josh Perry, Fabio Almedia, Adam Riggs, Bradley Mays, Dan Mullis and Lukas Povilonis.
Year 10
Year 10 had much more success finishing in the top 4 of their competition. Charlie Mackay scored the only try of the game against Lewes which was converted by Chester Duff. The Eastbourne Academy then faced a 10-0 defeat from Ratton but Peacehaven were too strong resulting in a loss of 22-0. Chester Duff and Charlie Mackay then both scored the points in a 10-0 win over Willingdon.
Year 10 squad: Joe Williamson, Chester Duff, Amro Hammer, Charlie Mackay, Jake Nash, Murat Koksal, Sam Smith, Luca Torrens-White, Sam Deadman, Jakub Swider and Jamie Taylor.
Year 9
The first game for the year 9 team saw plenty of trys. Jake Botting, Diogo Oliveira, Owen Davies, Sam Jones and Tom Groves all crossed the line to get the tournament up and running. A close game to start, then ended with a loss to Bishop Bell. Ratton’s final game against Hailsham ended in narrow defeat 12-7 with full back Jake Botting scoring Rattons try and Owen Davies drop kicking the conversion. The year 9 squad finished 4th overall.
Year 9 squad: Owen Davies, Sam Jones, Tom Groves, Lewis Cole, Jake Botting, Diogo Oliveira, Lawrence Allen, Liam Mendonca, Mason Brannigan and Ryan Button.
Year 8
Rattons year 8 team were unlucky not to win any of their games, but scored 100% for commitment. Peacehaven, HCC and Seaford managed to keep Ratton at bay from scoring any points, but after a moment of magic and a breakaway run from Hani Sadat, Ratton were able to celebrate something. The team battled their way through every game and were unlucky not to score again.
Year 8 squad: Abdul Hammer, Huw Curry, Joe Hacker, Tom Bacon, Toby Hills, Malik Boudehane, Hani Sadat, James McDonald, Ethan Barry, Owen Stacey, Matt Langford and James Alsop.
Year 7
After winning both of their first competitive matches this term, the year 7 team looked forward to the challenge of 10 a side rugby. The first game saw a disappointing loss against Seaford which ended in a loss of 10-5, with Harvey Warren scoring the points for Ratton. The next game saw Ratton back to their winning ways with a comfortable 30-0 win against Tideway. Harry Colbran (3), Mason Dowle (2) and Angus Bingham scoring the well deserved trys. Willingdon then looked for revenge from their 41-17 loss several weeks ago, but the Ratton team were too strong. Cavendish then saw the Ratton team score 4 more tries against them which ended the tournament with Ratton finishing 3rd overall.
Year 7 squad: Daniel Deadman, Harvey Warren, Harry Colbran, Jack Tavernor, Jake Worrell, Daniel Cavaliere Mason Dowle, Matthew Jeffries, Stephen Esperanca, Angus Bingham, Keenan Poulton, Niki Moscoso, and Kai Fern.
Mr Brooke – PE Dept
6th March 2012
Year 7 Rugby - Ratton 41 – 17 Willingdon
The year 7 Rugby team looked to build on their previous win over Bishop Bell when Willingdon visited Ratton on 6th March. The home team were shocked when the visitors took the lead after only 15 seconds. Ratton battled back with a try from Harvey Warren who also converted the kick. Callum Carlton and Kai Fern then both crossed the try line after some fine individual running. Willingdon then looked to fight back with 2 more trys before Harvey Warren scored his second, closely followed by Mason Dowle, both were converted by Warren. Ratton kept piling on the pressure and were rewarded with 2 more trys. Callum Carlton and Kai Fern both bagged their second of the match. The year 7 team should be proud of their efforts as they stay un-defeated for the season.
Year 7 team: Dan Deadman, Harvey Warren, Jake Worrell, Dan Cavaliere, Callum Carlton, Lucas Berhane, Harvey Filsell, Mason Dowle, Matthew Jeffries, Steven Esperanca, Aiden Cooksey, Keenan Poulton, Niki Moscoso, Kai Fern, Jack Whittaker, Alex Seguin and Harry Yates.
Mr Brooke - PE Dept
28th February 2012
Year 7 Cricket Training 
Year 7 cricket training will begin Monday lunch-times in the gym in preparation for games after the Easter holidays. Please see Mr Evans for more details.
23rd February 2012
Year 7 Rugby - Ratton 17 – 7 Bishop Bell
The year 7 team were up for a real contest after taking part in their taster session with Eastbourne Rugby Club the day before. Their first ever game representing the school ended in a 17 – 7 victory over Bishop Bell after a hard battled encounter.
The first half saw the home team scoring a well deserved individual try from Angus Bingham after some decent support play from the forwards. This was then converted magnificently by Harvey Warren to end the half with Ratton leading 7-0. Harry Colbran then doubled the try count after he caught the ball from kick off, weaving his way through the Bishop Bell defence. Ratton conceded a try late on in the game, but there was still time for Mason Dowle to sprint the length of the pitch and leave the Bishop Bell players chasing shadows before he placed the ball down for another well deserved try.
The team should be proud of their efforts in their first ever game and look forward to their next encounter at home to Willingdon on Tuesday 6th March.
Ratton team: Dan Deadman, Harry Colbran, Harvey Warren, Jack Tavernor, Jake Worrell, Dan Bennett, Dan Cavaliere, Callum Carlton, Mason Dowle, Matthew Jeffries, Steven Esperanca, Angus Bingham, Aiden Cooksey, Keenan Poulton, Niki Moscoso, Chris Hayward, Kai Fern, Lucas Berhane, Dante Hutchinson.
Mr Brooke –PE Dept
22nd February 2012
Eastbourne Rugby Club Visit Ratton School
On Wednesday 22nd March, Eastbourne Rugby Club ran a taster session for every year 7 boy at Ratton School. In 2 fun packed sessions, 10 experienced coaches developed players tackling, ball handling and decision making in order to improve their rugby skills. This was an enjoyable day for all pupils involved and it is hoped that more pupils from Ratton will start to engage themselves more heavily in Rugby, both at school and at Eastbourne Rugby Club. The Code of Rugby; Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline & Sportsmanship was clear to see by all pupils who tried their hardest to impress the coaches during the sessions. A big well done to Aiden Cooksey (7CWi) and Niki Moscoso-Crump (7CMp) who were chosen for their hard work and demonstration of the Code of Rugby by the coaches. They will both receive a match ball signed by the Eastbourne Rugby Football Club 1st Team squad.
If you’re interested in playing more Rugby at school, the Ratton Rugby Academy is on Tuesdays 3.15 – 4.15pm. Also, Eastbourne Rugby Club run their training sessions on Wednesdays 6.30 -8.00pm and play their games on Sunday mornings. You can visit www.eastbournerugby.com for more information and contact details for different age groups.
5th February 2012
Basketball Development Program for U13s
the Basketball Development Program for U13s will run this Sunday February 5th at the Claverham Community College in Battle. (All the details of where as well as the head coach’s contacts are available on:
http://basketballsussex.co.uk/SBDP.aspx)
The program is open to any 13 year old or younger willing to learn the fundamentals of the sport and improve their basketball skills. Thanks to the support from the College, the price for the 3 hour high quality coaching session in Battle is only 4£ per player. So we are hoping to see as many of you as possible in the Program.
4th February 2012
Year 7 Rugby Taster Sessions with Eastbourne Rugby Club
On Wednesday 22nd February, the PE Department will be joined by several coaches from Eastbourne Rugby Club. All year 7 boys will need to bring their football boots with them for their PE lesson along with a mouth guard (these can be purchased from the school reception for £2.50). These sessions will be looking at promoting Rugby in school and also Eastbourne Rugby Club. The year 7 team have fixtures arranged for the first week back in after half term, so if you are interested in getting involved, make sure you attend the Ratton Rugby Academy after school on Tuesdays.
3rd February 2012
Year 9 Rugby vs Bishop Bell
The first game of the Rugby season kicked off on Wednesday 1st February with the year 9 team hosting Bishop Bell. The bitter wind and conditions below freezing took its toll later on in the game for both players, but some decent rugby was on display. Tom Groves managed to score 2 tries in the second half, but this wasn’t enough to chase back the high score that the visitors secured before half time. Ratton continued to battle right until the end, even though it was clear that Ratton would end the game with a defeat. A valiant effort from the boys in blue and yellow.
Ratton Year 9 Team: George Baker, Dani Katz, Oli Hendley, Sam Jones, Tom Groves, Chris Jeremiah, Callum Fryers, Lewis Cole, Jake Botting, Ali Knell, Lawrence Allen, George Oates, Mason Brannigan, Khevane Byroo, Owen Davies.
2nd February 2012
Ratton School Fantasy Football
January saw two new managers take the bragging rights and scooping the ‘Manager of the Month’ award for January. Fraser Hicks in year 7 won the pupil award, with Mrs Lock taking home the teacher award. Congratulations to both of them!
9th January 2012
Sports Leader Polo Shirts Now In!
Please collect your polo shirts from Mr Brooke in the PE office.
8th January 2012
Football Shirts
Football shirts are now available for collection please see Mr Chaundy in the Lyric office.
8th November 2011
Hampden Park Sports Park hosted the Eastbourne District Schools Cross Country Championship on Tuesday 8th November. A total of 29 pupils represented the school with the following pupils qualifying to the finals in January. Sarah Quinn finished in 7th place for the year 7 girls with Dante Hutchinson and Dylan Halpin finishing in 6th and 9th position respectively for the year 7 boys. In the year 8 & 9 events, the Ratton girls finished with a flourish with the following pupils qualifying: Beth Tagg (4th), Molly Hill (8th) both year 8 and from the year 9’s, Orla Whelan (3rd). The year 8 & 9 boys race didn’t see any Ratton faces make it through to the next stage. Charlie Mackay and Omar Bozdag both qualified in 8th and 10th position for the year 10’s who also beat several year 11’s to the finish line. A valiant effort from all participants was clear to see and everyone who took part should be proud of their efforts.
Mr Brooke - PE Dept
20th October 2011
You may remember taking part in the cross-country run when you were at school? Slippery grass... cold weather... horizontal rain and plenty of mud. Not this time! The Ratton School Year 7 & 8 Cross Country event took place on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th of October and was led by some of the BTEC PE pupils in year 10. Part of their ‘Planning and Leading’ unit looks at organising a sports event and the cross country came as the perfect opportunity. With the sun beaming down on the Ratton playing fields, the 1 mile course was set up and participants were briefed. It seemed like survival of the fittest at times with pupils negotiating the bustling start and windy route throughout the school grounds. BTEC pupils were on hand to help out the participants by directing them around the course and giving plenty of encouragement. The year 7 winners were Henri Wilder for the boys and Savannah Francis for the girls. Molly Hill and Jake Hobden took the winning positions in the year 8 competition.
Full results can be seen below:
Year 7 Boys
1st – Henri Wilder 5.08
2nd – Dylan Halpin 5.27
3rd – Dante Hutchinson 5.29
Year 7 Girls
1st – Savannah Francis 6.18
2nd – Sarah Quinn 6.20
3rd - Harriet Farrington 6.28
Year 8 Boys
1st - Jake Hobden 5.47
2nd – Rhys Clarke 5.54
3rd – Archie Pownall 6.00
Year 8 Girls
1st – Molly Hill 5.30
2nd – Beth Tagg 5.53
3rd – Neve Lawrence 6.15
Best of luck to these pupils who will represent Ratton School at the Eastbourne District Schools Cross Country Championships in November. A big congratulations must go to all of Mr Brooke's BTEC PE students for their excellent planning and leading of this successful event.
Mr Brooke - PE
21st September 2011
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