Announcing our Focus Sport Captains for 2024-25
We are delighted to introduce our Focus Sports Captains for the next academic year. Our Focus Sport Captains are individuals who embody the RGS Charter for Sport by being Resolute, Gracious, Selfless, Willing and proud of ‘Being Green’.
Tom Odell will be Captain of Cricket. On becoming Captain, Tom said: “It is a privilege to be Cricket Captain for a second year. I am looking forward to building on a successful last year with many events to look forward to. I am very excited for the Cricket Tour to St Lucia in February and the RGS festival at the end of the year in Lancaster.”
Katy Pitt will be the Captain of Girls’ Cricket. Katy commented: “I am proud to represent RGS as the Girls’ First XI Cricket Captain for the second year. I am honoured to be at the forefront of the development of the programme and to help to inspire more girls to get involved with and find a love for Cricket. I am looking forward to the upcoming season and seeing what we will accomplish this year, working alongside coaches and players alike in order to support and lead the team to build on our successes from last year.”
Will Edgehill is Captain of Football. Will said: “It brings me great pride to Captain the First XI Football team for this forthcoming 2024-25 season. We are taking forward a strong and experienced squad who have the commitment and skill to ensure that we achieve the collective success and impact that our school community deserves, and it will be an honour to walk the team out for the much anticipated Challenge Cup fixture”.
Ella Goddard is Captain of Netball. Ella commented on becoming Captain saying: “I feel extremely privileged and honoured to have the opportunity to be the Netball Captain, and I am looking forward to leading and supporting the team for the 2024-25 season. I can’t wait to see what the team has to offer and to hopefully retain the annual ‘Superball’ trophy next year.”
Finn Nichol is Captain of Rugby. Finn commented: “I feel extremely privileged and very proud to be named as the Rugby Captain. I look forward to representing the School and leading the team throughout this season’s fixtures, especially the Modus Cup.”
Ana Nicholls is Captain of Hockey. On becoming Captain, Ana said “I am so excited to be given this opportunity to Captain the 1st team Hockey squad and look forward to see our successes in the future.”
Zachary Jew is Captain of Boys’ Rowing. Zachary commented on becoming Captain saying: “I am delighted to have been appointed Boys’ Rowing Captain for the upcoming year. We have an exciting group of rowers coming through the Boat House which makes for a promising year ahead. I hope I can leave a positive impact and help move the Boat Club forward over the coming year.”
Lucy Whiteley is Captain of Girls’ Rowing. Lucy said: “I am really pleased to have been chosen as the Girls’ Rowing Captain for this year, and I am excited for the year ahead and what the Boat Club can achieve.”
Many congratulations to all of our Focus Sport Captains and good luck for the Sports seasons ahead.