Netball Finals Day

The Clockhouse team went into the Netball Finals Day full of nerves but also full of potential. The draw for the semi-finals saw Clockhouse play Newtons. Newtons knocked Clockhouse out at the same stage last year. The first half saw a game stuck in the middle third with both teams taking time to settle into their game plans resulting in both sides missing a number of chances. Sadly as the game reached half time Clockhouse found themselves 3 - 2 down.

Newtons were relying heavily on their Goal Attack and the introduction of Charlie T at half time totally nullified the Newtons Goal Attack in the second half. As a result of Newtons now having very little in attack thanks to Charlie T and Niamh S the Clockhouse attack began to show its dominance playing at a speed that Newtons could not handle. As a result of this speed and fluidity to the Clockhouse play last years semi-final defeated was avenged as Clockhouse dominated the second half winning the game 11 - 6. Captain Daisie S-E leading by example scoring 8 goals whilst Gracie-May H picked up 3 impressive goals. Other outstanding performers included Caitlin M who battled through injury and Shannon I who worked tirelessly to find space.

Clockhouse were now due to meet Parsonage Farm in the Borough Cup Final. Despite the best efforts of Verity A-G at Goal Keeper Parsonage Farm had a big lead at half time. Credit must go to the Clockhouse team who have learned the hard way this year not to drop their heads. The second half was everything you could want from a final. An end to end game with Clockhouse working hard to be the better team. Both teams began to tire after nearly an hour of play but Victoria R was linking up well with Caitlin M to get Clockhouse the upper hand. Again the shooters were in no mood to mess around with Daisie S-E setting an example with amazing passing and shooting and Gracie-May H showing passion and determination with every movement.

Sadly time ran out for Clockhouse as they lost agonisingly 11 - 12.​ The result meant Clockhouse are officially the 2nd best school in Havering. After the game Mr Yarrow said 'The team without question played the best netball on the day. If the game was even just a minute longer we would of been champions of the Borough but that being said I am so proud of the amazing achievement this team have made! I find it so hard to pick out individuals so I am going to thank the whole team for their effort and passion! Charlie and Verity had never played netball before this year and they have fitted into the schools style of play making crucial interceptions. Victoria and Summer have worked tirelessly turning ball over and linking defence and attack. Caitlin  has been crucial when injecting speed into the team with pin point passing and an aggressive style of play. Gracie-May has been a shooting machine showing determination and tactical awareness with every move. And finally Daisie who has led by example at every opportunity her link up play and decision making has been incredible, this coupled with her eye for a goal has made her a great captain. 

Looking at the bigger picture a league title and a Borough Cup Final is an amazing achievement and we must finally thank Mrs Peart for her commitment and dedication to the team. Her level headed approach is something that has helped keep the team grounded this year and has helped with individual player development! 

WELL DONE TEAM CLOCKHOUSE!!!