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    Determined Clockhouse enjoy Netball experience!

    The team had the exciting opportunity to participate in their first competitive league outside of school.

    Despite facing some very challenging teams from other schools, they showed incredible resilience and teamwork. Although they faced setbacks and lost a few matches, they managed to secure a solid 2-1 victory in one of their games and displayed a huge improvement in game play, defence and attacking.

    Throughout the afternoon, the team's sportsmanship and determination stood out, earning them the well-deserved Determination Award. This award was a reflection on their hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to improving. Over the course of the league, the team demonstrated remarkable progress, with each player growing in skill and confidence.

    This experience was a great opportunity, not only for developing netball skills but also for fostering teamwork and perseverance. Well done to the whole team for their excellent effort and spirit.

    Great job Team!

    Team:

    Captain: Bella (Fiji), Yousif (Australis), Joshua (Australia), Ishan (India), Isla (Australia), Hallee (Japan) ,Eliza (Australia) and Freya (Kenya).

    Amazing effort sees team on top!

    Clockhouse’s Year 5 and 6 Netball team had their first challenge of the year in the Netball league. Despite having to play as a team for the first time in a competitive setting, they displayed fantastic team work and put in tremendous effort throughout all the matches using all skills they worked so hard on in training!

    Clockhouse’s first match of the league was against St Mary's Primary School, the team got stuck in straight away showing great passion for the sport and encouraging others in the team. They demonstrated some amazing passes up and down the court, getting the ball to Lola playing in Goal Attack who had some fantastic shots ending the game with a brilliant 11-1 score to Clockhouse !

    The afternoon progressed to facing our toughest opponents of the day, Ardleigh Green Junior School. Depite going1-0 down, the team were determined to come back and not give up! Sophia and Lola passed the ball back and forth in the semi circle allowing Lola to find a brilliant space and make a come back! The team showed some excellent defence skills staying with their opponents and winning the ball back even when it was tough! Dolly played in goal keeper position making some excellent interceptions which resulted in drawing 2-2!

    Our final match of the day was against Elm Park Primary School ,the team started to perform more and more confidently throughout the afternoon and this match allowed the team to move around the court sticking to their positions and displaying some amazing passes as a team! The team  stayed strong and pushed until the end whistle resulting in a 7-0 win to Clockhouse!

    The team impressed the whole afternoon and the encouragement from all team members was amazing to see! It was a proud and exciting moment for the team as they were announced winners of the day meaning they are through to represent the school in the quarter finals!

    Well done to all of you all , the hard work starts now …

    The team: Lola - Fiji, Dolly - Fiji, Scarlett - Fiji, Sophia - Fiji, Annabelle - Fiji, Poppy- Fiji, Oliver - India

    and Bella - Japan

    Player of the day - Lola for her excellent goals throughout the afternoon and encouragement to the team as the captain ! Well done Lola.

    Sports fixtures are back!

    There was clear excitement and nerve in the air as Clockhouse played their first sports fixture in 2 years, when the new look netball team took a trip to Parklands.

    The nerves were clear to see as the game begun. A well drilled Parklands side who had been practising that afternoon, took full advantage racing into a healthy lead.

    As the game progressed Clockhouse grew into the game. In the final quarter Clockhouse got their rewards when Lola S-E got Clocks on the scoreboard. With confindence now growing Isabelle H doubled the Clockhouse score.

    Mr Yarrow said after the game 'There was a lot of responsibility on the children's shoulders tonight and the way they showed tenacity to battle through the nerves and finish so strong is a credit to the school.

    Thank you to Mrs Adams for her support and thank you to the parents who supported the team.

    It is amazing to see sporting fixtures slowly returning after the pandemic. The children should be proud of their efforts tonight against a strong Parklands side. What is great to see is the children are already asking for more training and more games. We have resilient, quick learners at Clockhouse so I'm confident our next result will leave an even bigger smile on the children's faces.

    Well done team!'

    FINAL SCORE: Parklands 10 vs 2 Clockhouse

    SQUAD: Teegan S, Sebastian S, Lucia B, Patrick S, Emily P, Pheobe L (c), Isla H, Isabelle H, Ellie W, and Lola S-E

    SCORERS: Lola S-E and Isabelle H

    PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Isla H

    Clockhouse Click to win Havering Netball League!

    Netball has been a rollercoaster ride so far this academic year. With ups and downs in every game / tournament.

    Today Clockhouse played in the Havering Netball League at Noak Hill Sports Complex. Clocks have been successful in previous years & the children looked excited for the opportunity to get out and play following the Christmas break.

    In the first game Clockhouse met Branfil. Things seemed to click quickly for Clockhouse who looked refreshed after the christmas holidays. A one sided game finished with Clockhouse winning 6-0. Mia C and Kayleigh S having an eye for the net & looking clinical.

    Confidence was high after the first result & the link up play between attack and defence was really refreshing to watch. Next up Clockhouse faced a strong Engayne side. Charlie B was everywhere working tirelessly around the court with Emma S and Oliver K marking the Engayne attackers out of the game to keep the Clockhouse 100% record with a 7-2 victory.

    After a rest game Clockhouse battled James Oglethorpe (JOPS). The break came at the wrong time for Clockhouse who despite going 3-0 up got caught out with the pace of the JOPS counter attack eventually losing 5-4. Credit to Frankie R and Taylor H for battling to the end!

    This meant Clockhouse went into the last game against La Salette knowing that a big win would put the team in contention for a league title. Ben C had great positioning from the outset openning the scoring. From there Clockhhouse didn't look back. Mia C and Kayleigh M joining Ben C on the scoreboard in a performance that was flawless. Final Score Clockhouse 11 - La Salette 0.

    So it all came down to goal difference between Clockhouse, Engayne, & JOPS who all lost one game only. Clockhouse took the Havering League victory with an impressive goal difference.

    Mr Yarrow commented on the success saying 'These children deserve so much priase for this achievement! After a hard cup result before Christmas, the children showed just how tenacious they can be with the never give up attitude. They were honestly a pleasure to watch in every game.

    It just seemed like things clicked today. Defence battled for every ball & every rebound. Attackers were firing with their shooting & movement. While the wings and center didnt stop moving the whole tournament. 

    The squad has done both me and the whole school proud. 2020 has been a great sporting year for us so far with 2 sports successes in 2 borough competitons in a row, long may this mentality continue!!! 

    The children just looked in cruise control at times, having fun with every pass I hope the squad can keep this up when they meet the other league winners in the league cup!

    Thanks to all the parents who stayed to support, I hope you are as proud as i am!'

    WELL DONE TEAM CLOCKHOUSE!!!

    SQUAD: Emma S (c), Oliver K, Frankie R, Charlie B, Taylor H, Kayleigh S, Mia C and Ben C.

    PLAYER OF THE TOURNAMENT: Charlie B

    Clockhouse back to winning ways in emphatic style!

    After a slow start to the sporting year the Clockhouse netball team played in the first round of the Borough Cup tonight.

    With some experienced faces and some fresh faces the team played with a free flowing attack, tryingnhard to implement some of the tactics being worked on at netball club.

    Clocks came out the blocks firing and found a four goal lead before Gidea Park were able to get on the board.

    The link up play from the middle of the court was difficult for Gidea Park to handle Mia C, Frankie R, Taylor H and Kayleigh S creating many attacking opportunities. 

    On the other side Gidea Park worked hard to create opennings to score, their goal shooter tried hard to evade captain Emma S at the back while Oliver K brought controlled physical domanance to preceedings.

    Mr Yarrow said 'In the lead up to this fixture we didn't know how things would go, safe to say the children today did the school proud and played with a maturity to their performance. The hard work the children have put in with myself and mainly Mrs Adams at club was clear to see. We couldn't be happier with how hard the team worked. 

    There are always things to work on and we will address these in coming weeks but the smiles on the children's faces at the end was fantastic to see and ultimately why we enter these competitions!!!

    Credit must go to our opposition Gidea Park who made the contest fun and enjoyable throughout. 

    Thank you to all the parents for transporting & supporting the team. Thanks also to Mrs Adams for her hard work!

    COME ON CLOCKS!!!!'

    FINAL SCORE: Clockhouse 14 vs 2 Gidea Park

    SQUAD: Emma S (c), Olver K, Frankie R, Mia C, Kayleigh S, Ben C andCharlie B

    SCORERS: Kayleigh S x 9, Ben C x 2 and Mia C x 3.

    UMPIRES / OPPOSITIONS CHOICE PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Mia C

    COACHES PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Taylor H

    Clockhouse Netballers scoop Bronze Medal

    Clockhouse netball squad were into their 4th Havering Cup finals day in succession.

    In a tough draw Clockhouse met old rivals Parsonage Farm in the semi-final. The game started with nervous errorrs from both sides, people talking more about the umpire's whistle than the contest on the court.

    Clockhouse trailed 3-1 at half time, captain Lily S-E with the score for Clocks. Clockhouse looked dangerous everytime they picked up the pace and scored a further two times in the 2nd half through Lily S-E and Kayleigh S, to tie the game. Parsonage Farm had the extra gear and some fumbling following a rebound gifted Parsonage the win.

    Clockhouse were now guaranteed a bronze medal but agreed to participate in a 3rd/4th playoff game with Newtons just to maximise playing time. Clockhouse started the game poorly and went three scores down very quickly. Clockhouse got the game back to 6-3 but the slow start cost the team in the end.

    Mr Yarrow said 'It's no secret that netball is one of the school's strongest sports but sadly we did not play to our best today. The netball squad have been very successful this year and were unlucky to loose our semi-final. Congratulations to eventual winners Parsonage Farm, I look forward to renewing our rivalry next year.

    This is likely to be the last competitive fixtures for this team this year and for some in their primary school journeys. It has been a pleasure working with you all and sorry we could not finish top of the pile. Special mention as always to our amazing supporters! 

    I want to finish by saying how incredible the journey has been for two of our netballers in particular. Hayden M and captain Lily S-E started representing the school when they were Year 3 children. Both had different journeys but have done the school proud every time they have been on the court as have all of our players this school year.

    Well done team, bronze medals is a great achievement. The four schools on show today have led the way with borough netball for many years and to make finals day for the 4th year in a row is a huge achievement!'

    SCORES:

    Clockhouse 3 vs 4 Parsonage Farm

    Newtons 6 vs 3 Clockhouse

    SQUAD:

    Brooke A, Hayden M, Holly W, Max N,  Ruby N, Lily S-E (c), Mia C and Kayleigh S

    SCORERS: Lily S-E x 5 & Kayleigh S x 1.

    PLAYER OF THE FINALS: Brooke A

    Clockhouse claim Collier Row derby win!

    Tonight Clockhouse travelled to local neighbours Parklands for a netball fixture. Clockhouse took a big squad with dual motives. Firstly, preparation for the Borough Finals Day and secondly a Year 4 / 5 squad to start building for the future.

    Parklands were fired up for the game and made it very hard for the Clockhouse side to break through. It took quick play from captain Lily S-E coming out of the circle to feed shooter Mia C to open the scoring. Despite not being able to get onto the scoreboard until the end of the first quarter Parklands were very tenacious in defence. Meaning Clocks only had a 3-1 lead at the end of the openning quarter. 

    The side changed for the second quarter and Clockhouse went back to business. Parklands were growing in confidence and the more they pushed forward the more chances there were for Clockhouse to play on the counter attack. If anything Clockhouse were guilty of trying to play too quickly. Harry H battled with the Parklands center in a fascinating contest while Kayleigh S and Taylor H battled hard defensively. At the half way point Clockhouse led 4-3.

    In the third quarter Clockhouse led from the back. Brooke A and Hayden M pushing forward to free up attackers to move around the court. Kayleigh S adding to the Clockhouse lead.

    Parklands brought the came back tight in the final quarter dominating the rebound game in the circle. But Clockhouse showed their determination to hold on for victory.

    Mr Yarrow said 'Credit to Parklands they got stronger and stronger as the game went on and are definitely a solid side. 

    Tonight was a good chance to blow the cobwebs out before finals day on the 1st April. We have a lot of practice to do before meeting old rivals Parsonage Farm.

    But looking at the positives it was great to see so many Year 4 / 5's preparing for next year. The pupils that played today and others that are working hard at club make me feel confident for another positive year!

    Today was a gritty performance but it was all about playing what was in front of you,  the fact the netballers remain undefeated is a great achievement considering how tight the game finished up.

    Thank you to all the parents who supported from the sideline and transported players.  Well done Clockhouse!'

    FINAL SCORE: Clockhouse 7 vs 6 Parklands

    SQUAD: Brooke A, Hayden M, Holly W, Max N, Ruby N,  Lily S-E (c),  Mia C, Taylor H, Kayleigh S, Jamie S, Harry H, Frankie R and Ben C

    SCORERS: Mia C x 3, Lily S-E x 3 and Kayleigh S

    PLAYER OF THE MATCH AS VOTED FOR BY PARKLANDS: Lily S-E

    2nd Quarter-Final success in a week!

    On Friday evening the Clockhouse netball team visited Hylands for the netball cup quarter-final.

    Clockhouse arrived very confident and if anything probably underestimated their opponents.

    The game remained scoreless for the opening five minutes of the game following some real sloppy Clockhouse distribution. Lily S-E openned the scoring for Clockhouse once the tempo was controlled. The first third of a physical sloppy contest finished 2-1 to Clockhouse, Mia C also on the scoresheet.

    The 2nd third was much of the same for Clockhouse, messy uncharacteristic play allowing Hylands the better of the exhanges. The boys on the Hylands team really dictating the game. A great battle was comencing between John O and the Hylands goal attack. The game was swinging in Hylands favour as they gained momentum and finished the 2nd third at 4-4.

    Clocks were a little self-critical at the break but this seemed to inspire the team for the final third as Clockhouse played one of their best periods of the year, scoring three unanswered scores. But the real story of the final third was the determination to win the ball back if it was lost. John O gaining the upper hand on his opposite player and then Holly W, Ruby N and Max N working hard without the ball to get into space and find the Clockhouse shooters. Hylands had no plan B and Brooke A and John O controlled the aerial attack from the opposition.

    Mr Yarrow looked back at the victory saying 'I think we would all agree the team did not start well tonight. The team were maybe slightly guilty of underestimating Hylands who seriously brought it to us. They physically commanded areas of the contest especially with the rebounds and you can see how they made the quarter-finals. However, one of the most impressive things about this squad is their ability to up the workrate and change a game. The final third was a pleasure to watch and showed exactly how much potential we have!

    Thanks again to the parents for transporting children. Clockhouse have made two cup semi-finals in a week with the potential for the boys football team to make it three out of three next week. All children involved in extracurricular clubs are really making an impact as the sports teams push on into the later rounds of cup competitions.

    Clockhouse battled tonight to make the netball finals day, with some tough fixtures ahead the potential is very exciting!'

    FINAL SCORE: Hylands 4 vs 7 Clockhouse

    SCORERS: Lily S-E x 5, Mia C and Kayleigh S

    SQUAD: Brooke A, Hayden M, Holly W, Max N, Ruby N, Lily S-E (c), Mia A, Kayleigh S and John O

    PLAYER OF THE MATCH: John O

    Sharp shooting Clockhouse success!

    In preparation for the upcoming Borough Cup quarter final Clockhouse visited St Peters (Brentwood) for a warm up fixture.

    It has been a while since Clockhouse took to the court so you would be excussed for thinking that the team might take a while to get going. But Clockhouse showed no rust in their performance. Mia C scoring early to get Clockhouse off to a fast start.

    Defensively Clockhouse looked to close St Peters out Brooke A, Hayden M and John O marshalling the defensive third of the court.

    In attack Clockhouse looked free flowing and worked hard to get the ball as close as possible before shooting. Mia C, Lily S-E and Hayden M benefiting from some fantastic build up play moving the ball up and down the court.

    Following the fixture Mr Yarrow said 'St Peters (Brentwood) are always a tricky side to play against they are technically very strong. But if Clocks can play how we did today in the quarter final on the first Friday back we will sail into the semi-final.

    I was really impressed today how the team moved the ball from defence to attack & worked hard to get into shooting positions.

    Thank you to all the parents who transported children & well done team Clockhouse!'

    FINAL SCORE: ST PETERS 1 VS 16 CLOCKHOUSE

    SQUAD: Brooke A, Hayden M, Holly W, Max N, Ruby N, Lily S-E (c) Mia C and John O

    SCORERS: Mia C x 6, Lily S-E x 8 and Hayden M x 2.

    PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Hayden M

    An UNDEFEATED term of fixtures following latest netball success!

    Last week Clockhouse travelled to La Salette Primary School in Rainham to conclude the Clockhouse fixtures in 2018.

    Despite some horrible weather Clockhouse took to the court and started in a uncharacteristicly sloppy way. La Salette had the height advantage and Clocks continually looked for the challenging ball over the top that was not always on. Despite this Clockhouse were still able to take a 3-2 lead into the second quarter.

    Clockhouse changed things about in the next quarter and the ball was on the move again. Harry H linking up on numerous occasions with Ben C to give Clockhouse a cussion at half time scoring four unanswered scores.

    After half time Clockhouse looked more composed in defence and more clinical when picking the correct pass. Clockhouse scored another three times while La Salette were kept out despite trying hard to get the ball in the shooting circle.

    The final quarter saw Clockhouse confirm the victory with a further four scores while again keeping La Salette scoreless.

    Mr Yarrow looked back on the game saying 'Firstly thank you to Mrs Adams for umpiring. La Salette started well and were proving we still have areas to work on. But that being said I think it goes to show our attitude and determination when we were made to work in the openning quarter and we then go on to not concede and further scores. Our strength in depth / number of children that have represented the school in recent games is a real credit to school sport!

    Looking past the very successful netball performances for a moment we have also played boys football, girls football, and tag rugby fixtures this term and since we came back in September we have not lost a sports fixture. This is a monumental achievement for the school and it is thanks to the hard work of all the children that have represented the school and also those that have been regularly coming to clubs. Competition for places in all sports is healthy and so many Clockhouse children are making massive contributions. It's been an amazing term!!!

    Thank you to every child, coach, volunteer, parent, and member of staff that has contributed to Clockhouse Sport so far this academic year. Have an amazing Christmas and lets keep the momentum flowing in 2019!'

    FINAL SCORE: La Salette 2 vs 14 Clockhouse

    SQUAD: Brooke A, Hayden M, Holly W, Max N, Poppy A, Lily S-E (c), Mia C, Ella P, Frankie R, Harry H, Emily G, Kayleigh S, Ben C and Jamie S.

    SCORERS: Lily S-E x 3, Mia C x 3, Ben C x 5 and Kayleigh S x 3.

    PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Ben C

    22 Commited Clockhouse netballers have netball fun!

    Clockhouse took 22 children to Squirrels Heath for a netball fixture.

    The game was played in thirds. Clocks obviously weren't feeling the cold as they came flying out the blocks with 13 unanswered scores in the first third. The movement in attack to loose markers looked sharp and the effort to defend from the attacking third was ruthless.

    In the second third Clockhouse kept their feet on the gas and found the hoop a further 9 times. Squirrels Heath tried to attack but the work rate and pace from Clockhouse with and without the ball would of been hard for anyone to deal with.

    In the final third Clockhouse netted another 3 times. But Squirells Heath had a never say die attitude playing throught with smiles on their faces. One of the biggest cheers of the evening was when the Squirrels Heath Goal Attack scored to get the home side onto the board.

    After the game Mr Yarrow said 'Tonight's game has been one of my favourite in all my time at Clockhouse! To have 22 children representing the school across 3 year groups I think is a huge success and a credit to just how strong this brilliant school is in the sporting environment. It was great to see so many children on both sides smiling and enjoying playing sport! Credit to our hosts who did not give up all the way until the end!

    Tonight we had many nervous children making their first appearance in a sports fixture for Clockhouse and what was great was to see those nerves evolve into smiles as they began playing.

    The result is fantastic but what excites me more is how great all the players looked on the court! The children were ruthless taking every chance in attack whilst hard allowing the oppostion into our third in defence.

    The short term and long term future of netball at the school is bright! Thank you to our amazing parents/supporters for being there for the children.'

    FINAL SCORE: Squirrels Heath 1 vs 25 Clockhouse

    SQUAD: Brooke A, Hayden M, Holly W, Max N, Ruby N, Lily S-E (c), Mia C, Lucy W, John O, Frankie R, Poppy A, Caitlin S, Kayleigh S, Ben C, Elsie H, Ella P, Emma S, Emily G, Jamie S, Caitlin P, Harry H and Taylor L

    SCORERS: Mia C x 7, Lily S-E x 6, Kayleigh S x 7, Ben C x 2, Taylor L x 2 and Jamie S

    PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Mia C

    Clocks retain Havering Netball League North title!

    Yesterday Clockhouse took part in the new format netball league. As defending champions the team always set themselves high expectations. Despite the change in weather the team wanted to get out early and get moving.

    Clockhouse dominated the afternoon really making a statement to other schools in the borough.

    First up Clockhouse met Mawney. Despite the shooters taking a while to get their eye in Clockhouse had full control of territory and possession. As the shooters began scoring Clockhouse had a steady flow of success winning their first league game in emphatic style.

    FINAL SCORE: Clockhouse 11 vs 0 Mawney

    SCORERS: Lily S-E x 8 and Mia C x 3

    Next up was Clocks toughest test of the afternoon, St Albans. The opposition moved at a frantic pace but Clockhouse technically picked their opponents apart with some precise passing and great movement off the ball. At full time Clockhouse successfully kept their 2nd opponent scoreless.

    FINAL SCORE: Clockhouse 6 vs 0 St Albans

    SCORERS: Lily S-E x 4 and Mia C x 2

    Finally Clockhouse played St Peters knowing a win guaranteed them a fourth league title in succession. Clockhouse were in a ruthless mood and showed a hunger for success limiting the amount of time St Peters had possession of the ball for. When the final whistle blew Clocks had recorded their highest score  of the day and secured the 2018 Havering North League Title.

    FINAL SCORE: Clockhouse 16 vs 1 St Peters 

    SCORERS: Holly W x 5, Lily S-E x 4, Kayleigh S x 4 and Mia C x 3

    Mr Yarrow said 'In previous years Clockhouse have been known as a strong netball school and every year when we loose our senior players to secondary school I can not help but worry. Once again the Clockhouse children have stepped up and filled the big shoes they had to fill. I think a lot of this continued stem of amazing players comes from the hard work Mrs Hickman puts in with the younger netball children and sometimes it goes unnoticed so I just wanted to say a personal thank you. I am really looking forward to playing a game in November where we will take 3 teams to Squirrels Heath and really show our strength in depth!

    I must also thank Miss Ettridge for her umpiring and general game knowledge that really gives the squad a greater netball understanding. Also thank you to our, as always, loyal supportive parents!

    Today was great for the school the netball squad looked incredible and to win a league title in the first term of the new year is a massive achievement!!! It wasn't just the win it was the class they showed to beat other sides. I felt sorry for Brooke A, Kayleigh S,  Hayden M and John O who rotated in defence today but had little work to do in the cold due to the strong attacking performances! Keep up the great sporting success!'

    SQUAD: Brooke A,  Hayden M,  Holly W,  Max N,  Ruby N,  Lily S-E (c), Mia C, Kayleigh S, John O, & Frankie R

    PLAYER OF THE TOURNAMENT: Holly W