Shimna News

Mr Milligan writes: “Today, our boys and girls players competed in the Futsal Integrated Schools Cup. Our team in Section A played 6 games, finishing 3rd in their group section and scoring 9 goals. They played an excellent passing game, controlling possession and creating lots of chances. They won their quarter final 4-0 but sadly lost 2-0 in their semi-final to Fort Hill, who went on to win the tournament. James and Dara were top goal scores for the team. Our Section B tea

Mr Dagen writes: “Shimna U16 boys played last Thursday in the semi-final of the U16 South Down Plate, the competition we won last year. The game was very even and could have gone either way. Kilkeel were the first to get the breakthrough but Shimna responded well, with Tom slotting home a well taken goal. On the brink at half time Shimna conceded a penalty to go 2-1 down. The second half started like the first with no team giving much away. Shimna had plenty of chances to

On Friday, we were delighted to welcome past student Gabriel, home on a short break from his PhD in Mathematics at Glasgow University. Ms Conn writes: “Gabriel delivered an interactive and thought-provoking lesson on Möbius strips to some of our budding Year 9 Mathematicians - expertly assisted by his younger brother and Head Boy, Oliver. The students gained a wonderful insight into the beauty of some really cool mathematics!” Postscript: If you’re curious, a Möbius stri

Well done to our emerging youth squad for their excellent performance in the South Down Rugby Development Blitz. They finished third, winning three and drawing one of their five games. Captain Brady led from the front with his strong runs, ably assisted by top try scorer Leo was our top try scorer. Kian was the standout player in defence, supported by an excellent performance at scrum half by Max. Mr Hanna writes: “Overall, the boys were excellent throughout the tournament

Newbridge and Shimna Netball teams played in a number of KS3 friendly matches this week. It was a very enjoyable and fun afternoon where...