Sports News

In an emphatic 6-1 victory, The Urswick School put on a dazzling display of attacking football, combining clinical finishing, tactical brilliance, and efficient pressing. The game started with The Urswick School displaying their high intensity and control. The first goal came early, as the attacking midfielder and striker combined perfectly, cushioning a perfect cross field pass with his chest creating the perfect opportunity for Emmanuel who grabbed his first of the night. The pressure continued, and a quick turnover in midfield led to the second goal. A perfectly timed run from Emmanuel allowed him to receive a cross from Emmanuel . With excellent timing, he slotted the ball past the keeper to make it 2-0. As the dominant side remained relentless. Just before half-time, the third goal arrived. A well-executed corner saw Kamden and Emmanuel play some fantastic one touch football to set up the right-back however this was ruled offside. The second half started with a bit more urgency from City Academy, trying to claw back into the game. However, their efforts were stifled by the sheer brilliance of Emmanuel . He takes possession of the ball deep in his own half and begins a mesmerizing solo run. With exceptional dribbling skills, he glides past four defenders and shifts the ball onto his weaker foot. He slots the ball into the top corner, making it a stunning, world-class finish. The crowd erupts in disbelief at the sheer brilliance of the goal, a perfect display of individual skill, determination, and composure. Shortly after this, City Academy grabbed their goal for the night after great anticipation from their striker who calmly slotted in a loose ball making the score 3-1. However, The Urswick School were quick to respond and two quick goals were to follow. Michael taking on his defender and calmly slotting the ball in the bottom left corner.  Emmanuel scored his final goal for the night completing his hattrick for the night, again with a ruthless finish in the bottom right hand corner. As if to cement the dominance, the final goal came in the last 5 minutes minute from Zakariya , whose dazzling run was rewarded by a classy finish which was the final goal for the night.

Conclusion

This 6-1 victory was a complete performance, blending defensive solidity with offensive ruthlessness. The four goal scorers not only finished the chances but contributed to the overall fluidity and creativity of the team’s attacking play. The high pressing and quick transitions were key to breaking down the opposition, while the efficiency in front of goal ensured that the match was decided early. The result showcased the attacking potential and depth of the squad.

We held an exciting Basketball Interform competition at The Urswick School, where students from all age groups competed against their Family Learning Groups within their year. The games were full of energy, teamwork, and determination as each team battled to be crowned the champions of their year group.

After some thrilling matches and standout performances across the board, the winners are:

• Year 7: 7RIA
• Year 8: 8 Mix
• Year 9: 9SWL
• Year 10: 10KIM
• Year 11: 11AML

Congratulations to all the winning teams and well done to everyone who participated and showed great sportsmanship. It was fantastic to see so much talent and enthusiasm on the court!

Ms Magurean | PE Teacher 

The energy was electric at Highbury Fields on 3rd February as students from The Urswick School joined various other schools to compete in an exhilarating running league race. The event was a true celebration of athleticism, determination, and school spirit, with our young athletes pushing their limits and showcasing their incredible talent.

A special congratulations goes to Binyamin (10TAB), who delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 8th overall and securing 4th place among Year 10 boys. Close behind was Barnabe (10KIM), who claimed 9th place overall and 5th in the Year 10 boys category. Both athletes demonstrated remarkable skill and resilience, making the entire Urswick community proud.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the other Urswick students who took part in the race. Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to teamwork and sportsmanship were truly inspiring. These achievements reflect not only their individual efforts but also the strong support from teachers and peers.

With the next race scheduled for Monday, 10th February at Emirates Stadium, we’re excited to see our students continue their journey of growth and success. Let’s keep the momentum going and cheer on our young athletes as they aim for even greater heights!

Ms Magurean | PE Teacher 

Both sides began the game in extraordinary fashion, with shots on target testing the goalkeepers reaction and abilities early on. St Pauls way managed to take an early lead following an unforced error by the Urswick keeper, with the away team quickly regaining confidence and managing to grab one back through Kibriyah Uddin’s clever trickery and skill. The second half began as quick as the first, with a stunning free kick being scored by the home team, which won the applauds of the spectators. Urswick however, continued to plunge away causing the home team to display many unsuccessful passes, leading to Alvin slotting away his shot making the shoreline 2-2. With the three points for the taking, both teams failed to maintain possession, leading to a creative through ball to the St pauls striker which made no mistake in scoring with two minutes to play. The game ended 3-2, with both teams deserving immense credit for their efforts.

On a wet and windy afternoon in Homerton, the Urswick School football team faced off against City Academy School in an exciting match that showcased the spirit and talent of our players. From the first whistle, it was clear that both teams were eager to compete and give it their all. The first half was a testament to Urswick’s teamwork and determination, conceding minimal chances to the opposition through our resilient and compact defending, with Kolade coming to the rescue and producing some crucial saves to keep us in the game. After the restart, Urswick applied pressure creating chances left, right and centre and were unfortunate to see a fantastic team goal finished off by Eesa to be ruled out only by the offside flag. Although the result achieved was not ideal, the players showed remarkable amounts of effort, maintaining their poise and positive mindset throughout the match.