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Leweston Sports Days: Record-Breaking Achievements and Unforgettable Moments

Written by Leweston School, Sherborne, Dorset | | Jul 3, 2025 8:35:46 AM

On 24 and 25 June, Leweston celebrated both Prep and Senior Sports Days—two action-packed events bursting with team spirit, determination, and remarkable achievements.

Prep School

Last Tuesday, our Pre-Prep pupils kicked off the morning with energy and enthusiasm, followed by the Prep students in the afternoon. Every pupil gave their all for their House, embracing inclusivity along the way—standout moments included the wheelchair races, ensuring everyone could take part, and the much-loved Prep Buddy race. Congratulations to our winning House, St Anne’s, and to all our record-breakers!

Tallulah D Prep 1 400m 1.42min
Tallulah D Prep 1 Speed Bounce 42
Lincoln SS Prep 2 Tennis Ball Throw 19.90m
Charlie T Prep 4 Long Jump 3.60m
Wilbur H Prep 4 Cricket Ball Throw 32.07m
Max R Prep 4 Speed Bounce 49
Benedict O'S Prep 6 100m 14.92s
Benedict O'S Prep 6 55m Hurdles 10.72s
Benedict O'S Prep 6 800m 2.52min

Senior School

On Wednesday, the entire Senior School came together for our annual Sports Day, with perfect weather setting the scene for extraordinary performances. Sports Day is an occasion for everyone—each pupil contributes to their House by participating in at least one track or field event, making every effort count. This year’s final standings were closer than ever, highlighting the importance of filling every event.

It’s not just about the fastest or strongest—Sports Day is about community and effort, and this year saw an incredible 25 school records broken. Congratulations to all our new and returning record holders!

Grace Year 10 Girls 300m  46.29s  
Izzy K Year 7 Girls 800m  2.32min  
Heidi Year 9 Girls Hurdles  11.79s  
Joanne F-L Year 7 Girls Discus  21.96m  
Fisher House Year 8 Girls 4x100m Relay  61.3s  
Jay Senior Boys 400m  63.2s  
Dylan R  Senior Boys 800m, (also a whole school record)   2.10min  
Aidan  Year 7 Boys 1500m   5.23min  
Will W  Year 10 Boys Hurdles   11.43s
Zac  Year 9 Boys Hurdles, (also a whole school record)   10.81s  
Isaac  Year 8 Boys Hurdles   12.05s
Jay/Dylan R  Senior Boys High Jump   1.55m  
Milo  Year 8 Boys High Jump, (also a whole school record)   1.60m  
Dexter S  Year 10 Boys Shot Put   10.48m  
Dexter SS  Year 7 Boys Shot Put   10.65m  
Harrison S  Senior Boys Discus   30.15m  
Hamish S  Year 7 Boys Discus   21.85m  
Jay  Senior Boys Javelin   27.49m  
Will S  Year 10 Boys Javelin, (also a whole school record)   37.85m  
Tom  Year 8 Boys Javelin   22.15m  
Campion House  Year 8 Boys Relay   57.6s  
More House  Year 7 Boys Relay   61.0s  

 

In a nail-biting finish, Campion House reclaimed the Sports Day Trophy, edging out More by just 4 points—a true testament to how every single performance shapes the final results.

A huge well done to everyone for their outstanding participation and House spirit.