Year 5 were lucky enough to receive some specialist basketball training from a Newcastle Eagles coach in the Autumn term as part of a Hoops4Health programme. They also took part in a Basketball road-show where three of the Newcastle Eagles  came into school to work with the class on healthy eating and ball skills.

The children were entered into a tournament against other schools from South Tyneside and won! This meant they were to attend a semi final match which was to take place prior to a Newcastle Eagles game. The children worked so hard and with determination and a great basket from Dylan, Bede Burn won!

A very nervous yet excited team now had to play at half time of the Newcastle Eagles game in the grand final.They watched the professionals while they waited and tension was building….the competition was strong.

However after two amazing dunks from Jake and another one each from Dylan and Ethan, our team were victorious!

Bede Burn Champions!!!

They will now be entered into a champion of champions competition where they will play the champions from North Tyneside and Newcastle…. I’ll keep you posted.

Well done team!!!