Little Leagues Report – Round 2
This week, I am pleased to share some reflections on the outstanding performance and spirit displayed at the Junior School Cross Country Carnival held on Friday. I would like to extend a huge congratulations to all our students for their efforts on the day.
The event was a testament to the incredible House spirit that thrives within the Junior School. Each student not only supported their teammates but also pushed themselves to achieve personal bests. The dedication, perseverance, and collective support on display was impressive.
Students cheered on their peers, offered words of encouragement and found their voices with some ferocious house chants. Such efforts reinforce the core values we cherish in Cranbrook sport such as teamwork, resilience and camaraderie.
Yours in Sport,
James Roughan
Head of JS Sport & PDHPE
Cross Country Results
12 Years
- Freddie F
- Jerry W
- Liam S
11 Years
- Eddie C
- Hugo C
- Teddy B
10 Years
- Samuel P
- Harry W
- Otto B
9 Years
- James D
- Harry M
- Benson W
8 Years
- Angus W
- Jackson S
- Emmet M
House Winner
- Hordern
- Moyes
- Potter
- Dangar
- Ingram
- Warry
Ben Franks Memorial Cup Winner (fastest Year 6 runner)
Hugo C
Tennis
Over the weekend, Cranbrook Junior School’s B Tennis team came remarkably close to a perfect game, winning all 12 matches and dominating with a 67–1 game score against Waverley. Not far behind, the A team secured a flawless 12–0 match record with an impressive 56–12 game tally.
A Team
The A team delivered a commanding 56–12 victory, demonstrating resilience and determination following last week’s loss.
Jayden B and George Y set the tone with a hard-fought 4–3 doubles win, using sharp crosscourt angles to create openings for winners. In singles, Jayden maintained his composure for a 3–2 win, while George delivered a dominant 5–0 performance.
Santiago D and Josh M followed with a solid 5–2 doubles victory, showing great poise under pressure. Santiago continued his dominance in singles with a flawless 5–0 win, while Josh added another strong result with a 4–1 victory.
Hugo B and Ricky C once again proved to be a formidable doubles pair, securing a 5–2 win through well-structured rallies and aggressive net play. Hugo carried this momentum into his singles match, achieving a clean 5–0 win, while Ricky followed closely with a 4–1 victory.
Toby W. and Jonathan K wrapped up the doubles matches in style with a commanding 7–0 win. Toby continued his form in his singles match, securing another 5–0 victory. Jonathan showed great focus, earning a 4–1 win to round off a fantastic team performance.
Josh L also played a key role by securing a doubles win alongside Jonathan. His standout moment, however, came in singles when Waverley’s No. 2 offered to play him. Steadying his nerves, Josh rose to the occasion, delivering a 5–0 victory with precise, curling forehands into the open court showcasing Cranbrook’s depth and strength in the tennis program.
B Team
The B team dominated their match, claiming a resounding 67–1 victory over Waverley. Despite their overwhelming performance, the students remained humble in victory, earning the respect of their opponents and proudly representing Cranbrook.
Henry R and Nathaniel S set the pace early with a 7–0 doubles win. In singles, Henry displayed composure with a 4–1 victory, while Nathaniel earned the first of many 5–0 wins for the team.
Eric R and Henry W continued the momentum by securing another 7–0 doubles victory through fluid teamwork. In singles, Eric capitalized on his opponent’s serves with powerful forehand winners to clinch a 5–0 win, while Henry outlasted his opponent in consistent rallies to secure another flawless 5–0 result.
Leo S and Leo M matched their teammates’ dominance with yet another 7–0 doubles victory. Undeterred by the noise from the gallery, both players maintained their focus and secured 5–0 wins in their respective singles matches.
Harvey C and Ted W completed the sweep in doubles with another 7–0 win. Harvey’s sportsmanship earned him praise from both his opponents and their coach, but it was his relentless effort and determination that ensured a well-earned 5–0 singles victory. Meanwhile, with all eyes on Ted’s debut singles match, he rose to the pressure and delivered a stunning 5–0 win, an incredible way to begin his competitive tennis journey, one that we all eagerly anticipate.
Ben Higgins
Head of Tennis
Water Polo
Reddam B’s – Game Score: 5 – 19
Cranbrook’s Junior B team played their second game of the season against Reddam. Reddam got off to a quick start, leading the first quarter 5–0. Although our students had a significantly stronger second quarter—scoring their first two goals—they still conceded four goals. In the second half, Cranbrook focused on using safe passes to advance the ball up the pool while remaining goalside on defence. Reddam continued their momentum, scoring another 10 goals, while Cranbrook managed only three more. The final score was 5–19 in Reddam’s favour. Cranbrook showed moments of impressive attacking and defensive play but struggled to maintain consistency. As the season progresses, the students will work on defending against players closest to the goal and maintaining their defensive shape.
Knox A’s – Game Score: 9 – 11
Cranbrook’s Junior A team faced their second game of the season against Knox. Knox managed to take a 4–3 lead in the first quarter, with both teams adopting a counter-attacking style of play. Cranbrook entered halftime with a narrow lead of 7–6. In the second half, the students aimed to defend the players closest to the goal while protecting the ball on attack. However, Knox’s heavy press defence and quick counterattacking offence allowed them to dominate the half, scoring an additional five goals while Cranbrook added only two. The game ended with an 11–9 win for Knox. Moving forward, our students will focus on improving offensive decision-making and preventing their opponents from building uncontested momentum.
Gregory McFadden
Head of Water Polo
Basketball
The 5/6C team played amazing basketball from start to finish. Harvey H, one of the best hustlers in the whole basketball program (JS & SS), did as Harvey does and gave everything he had. Charlie D, the rebound machine, looked like Moses Malone on the boards. Aarav S was lethal at both ends of the court. After a solid week at training, the 5/6D team came out guns blazing after an inspirational pump-up speech from Coach Oscar G (a Cranbrook Basketball legend). Teddy B played mighty free and filled up the stat-sheet. Col O who some say Nikola Jokic stole some of Col’s moves, facilitated and rebounded exceptionally. the 3/4A team were always in a battle against Wyvern House, close all the way through, they held on for a tight 4-point victory. Harry S craftily manoeuvred his way the rim many times. Harry F continued his development progress and worked hard on both ends of the floor.
In an arm wrestle of a game, defence was the order of the day for both teams. The 3/4B were able to win by a tight 4-points. Seb G played a steady yet dynamic game. Oscar D was active on defence and contributed nicely on offence.
Stephen Whitehead
Head of Sport
Year 3 Whites
Year 3 Blues
Year 3Cs
Year 3Ds
Year 5 and 6As
Year 5 and 6Bs
Year 5 and 6
Cricket
It was a weekend of mixed results for our cricket teams, with some excellent performances alongside a few tough lessons. Regardless of the outcomes, there were plenty of positives to take from each match.
Year 3
The Year 3 teams had a strong showing, winning two out of their three matches. The A and C teams delivered convincing victories, showcasing impressive skills and teamwork, while the B team put in a solid effort but fell short on the day.
Year 4
The Year 4 teams experienced a similar weekend with two wins and one defeat. The A team fought hard but was unable to overcome a strong Grammar side, whereas the B and C teams demonstrated great discipline and secured well-earned victories.
Year 5
The Year 5 students took on a talented Barker team that proved to be a formidable opponent. The A team had moments of brilliance, displaying their potential with some excellent passages of play. However, inconsistency at key moments proved costly, highlighting areas for improvement as they continue to develop. This challenging experience will only serve to make them stronger.
Year 6The standout performances came from the Year 6 teams, who completely dominated their matches. They secured commanding victories, with one team winning by an incredible 100 runs and another claiming a 10-wicket win. Their ability to control the game in all facets—batting, bowling, and fielding—was outstanding and a testament to their hard work and preparation.
Ben Staunton
Head of Cricket
Year 3As
Year 3Bs
Year 3cs
Year 6 As
Year 6 Bs
Multi-Sport
In Round 2, the students continued to develop their throwing and catching skills through modified games such as Doctor Doctor and Defend the Towers. They focused on accuracy, teamwork, and quick decision-making in fast-paced gameplay. All players exhibited great enthusiasm and effort, resulting in a highly engaging and competitive session.
Sailing
After a wet Friday and not able to sail the students were very keen to get back on the water on Saturday. Under overcast skies and very light winds the students had to really concentrate to get their boat moving towards the different marks. Once again it was great to see the students helping one another.
Tom Brewer
Head of Sailing