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  • Carisbrooke College Cougars Basketball Season Review

    Published 14/05/26

    The 2025–26 season will go down as another memorable chapter in the history of the Carisbrooke College Cougars, packed with buzzer-beaters, fast breaks, defensive battles and plenty of Cougar pride. Across every year group, the Cougars showed exactly what Carisbrooke basketball is all about: commitment, teamwork and a never-give-up attitude.

    This season marked the arrival of an exciting new generation of Cougars, as freshmen Joshua P, Jenson W, Albie M, Jack M, Thomas P, Oscar L, Sebastian T, Jake G, Reuben W and Sullivan C all officially joined the Cougar family. Their energy, enthusiasm and fearless approach brought a fresh spark to the programme and helped lay the foundations for what looks to be a very exciting future for Carisbrooke basketball.  The year 7 squad produced a perfect campaign that many teams could only dream of. The young Cougars stormed through all 6 regular season games unbeaten before taking that momentum into the annual tournament, where they added another 5 victories to lift the championship trophy without losing a single game all year. With relentless defence, fearless attacking play and ice-cold finishing under pressure, the Year 7s truly announced themselves as the future of Carisbrooke basketball. The Cougars Hall of Fame looks like it might be getting a few more entries in five years time.

    The Year 8 team were only one basket away from potentially forcing a dramatic three-way tie for first place in their tournament. After battling through a fiercely competitive field, they secured an impressive 3rd-place finish and showed tremendous growth throughout the season. Their resilience and determination kept every game alive right until the final whistle.

    Year 9 came agonisingly close to tournament glory themselves. In a thrilling campaign filled with intensity and energy, they narrowly missed out on the title to finish as runners-up. Their performances throughout the tournament showed incredible teamwork and composure under pressure, proving they could compete with anyone on the court.

    The Year 10 squad battled hard but finished 6th in their tournament, while the Year 11 team rounded off their final Cougar campaign with a strong 3rd-place finish. Their leadership and experience once again helped set the standard for younger players coming through the programme.

    When all the final scores were added together, there was only one school sitting at the top of the standings and that was Carisbrooke College. Across all tournaments, the Cougars recorded the highest number of wins overall with 14, earning top spot on the overall leader-board and cementing another hugely successful year for the programme.

    One of the most impressive achievements for Carisbrooke continues to be its consistency and dedication to the sport. The Cougars remain one of only two schools to have competed in every tournament over the past five years, highlighting the passion and enthusiasm players have for representing the school, regardless of experience level. That commitment has helped build one of the strongest basketball cultures around.

    Over the last 18 years, an incredible 237 students have proudly represented the Cougars, showing just how strong and long-lasting the programme has become. From experienced veterans to first-year players stepping onto the court for the very first time, every player has helped shape the identity and success of Carisbrooke basketball.

    This season also saw several players climb the all-time Cougar record boards. As a school, Carisbrooke now boasts an overall win percentage of 59%, having played 298 games over the last 18 years and winning 177 of them, an incredible achievement that reflects years of hard work and development.

    Logan M and Dylan M have now moved into joint position alongside Matthew H for all-time Cougar appearances, each reaching an impressive 42 games played in the famous Cougar jersey. Meanwhile, Logan M continues to light up the scoring charts, climbing into 3rd place on the all-time scoring list with 148 career points. He still trails overall leader Callum H, who remains top with 202 points, but the chase is very much alive.

    Perhaps the most exciting storyline for the future, however, is the emergence of the freshman class. Joshua P has exploded onto the scene with 84 points in his very first season, already putting himself among the programme’s rising stars and becoming a serious contender to challenge the all-time scoring record in the years ahead. Fellow freshmen Jack M and Jenson W have also made major impacts offensively, finishing the season with 44 and 36 points respectively, proving that the next generation of Cougars is already making noise on the scoreboard.

    To round off such a successful season, Cougar players will be rewarded with a trip to the iconic O2 Arena in London on Sunday 17th May to watch the British Basketball Final live. After a year full of hard work, commitment and unforgettable performances, it is a fitting way to celebrate everything the teams have achieved this season while giving players the chance to experience top-level basketball on the big stage. For many of the students, it promises to be the perfect ending to another fantastic year for the Carisbrooke Cougars.

     

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  • Year 9 Sport Leaders First Aid Training

    Published 14/05/26

    Our newly appointed Year 9 Sports Leaders have hit the ground running, and we are thrilled to announce that 20 of our students have officially begun their sports leadership journey with a "flying start". On Tuesday, May 5th, our sports leaders participated in a comprehensive morning of first aid qualification training. We were delighted to host Good Skills Training, a well-established provider known for their hands-on and engaging approach.

    The primary goal of the session was to build confidence and knowledge. Whether they are leading a session on our own pitches or assisting with primary school sports events, our leaders are now equipped with the vital skills needed to act decisively in an emergency.

    The morning was packed with practical, life-saving scenarios. Our students worked hard to master the recovery position, CPR, using a Defibrillator (AED) as well as gaining the confidence to help someone who is choking. 

    It was fantastic to see our Year 9s engaging so maturely with such important topics. These students are now fully prepared to ensure a safe and fun environment for all participants in our upcoming sports calendar.

     

     

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  • Island Schools Athletics Championships Success

    Published 13/05/26

    Well done to all of our Year 7 and 8 students who represented the school at the Island Schools Athletics Championships on Wednesday last week. It was fantastic to see so many students competing with determination, enthusiasm and excellent sportsmanship throughout the afternoon. There were some incredible performances on the track in particular, with many of our students qualifying for finals against strong competition. Special congratulations go to Eva, Jenson, Jimmy, Maisie, Oakley, Seren and Keenan, who all achieved podium finishes with superb performances. For some of our competitors, this was their very first attempt at an athletics event after only recently starting athletics in PE lessons, making their achievements even more impressive. Carisbrooke placed 5th overall on the day. A huge well done to everyone who took part and represented the school so positively – you should all be very proud of your efforts.

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  • Carisbrooke College Table Tennis Championships 2026

    Published 11/05/26

    On Tuesday 5 May, the very first Carisbrooke College Table Tennis Championships reached its thrilling conclusion and what a night it was!

    After months of rallies, smashes, spins and spectacular comebacks, 52 students began the competition with one dream: to become the inaugural Carisbrooke College Table Tennis Champion. Thanks to table tennis becoming one of the most popular sports in the school helped hugely by the fantastic Wednesday and Friday clubs run by Mrs Peake excitement around the tournament had been building for weeks. Students had also represented the school in Isle of Wight and Hampshire competitions earlier in the year, adding even more intensity and experience heading into finals night.

    After starting with nine qualifying groups, the field was eventually narrowed down to 13 finalists, each arriving with their own nickname, style and determination:

    • Dylan “The Spin Doctor”
    • Logan “Lightning Loop”
    • Joshua “The Paddle Professor”
    • Harry M “Hurricane Harry”
    • Ted “Topspin Ted”
    • Oscar “The Silent Slammer”
    • Luca “The Backhand Bandit”
    • Owen “The Wall”
    • Noah “Net-Cord Ninja”
    • Sullivan “Smash Sullivan”
    • Jake “Rocket Rally”
    • Harry S “The Human Highlight Reel”
    • Warrick “The Wildcard”

    The finalists were split into four groups, with every point feeling crucial from the very first serve.

    Group Stage Drama

    In Group A, Dylan “The Spin Doctor” showed exactly why he entered finals night as one of the favourites, winning both of his matches to top the group ahead of Owen “The Wall” and Jake “Rocket Rally”.

    Group B saw Logan “Lightning Loop” continue his fierce rivalry with Dylan by finishing top, although Oscar “The Silent Slammer” pushed him all the way in a tense encounter. Sullivan “Smash Sullivan” battled hard throughout the group to finish third.

    Meanwhile in Group C, Joshua “The Paddle Professor” calmly controlled proceedings to secure top spot, while Luca “The Backhand Bandit” edged past Harry S “The Human Highlight Reel” to claim second place.

    Then came Group D — the group that nearly produced the upset of the tournament.

    Noah “Net-Cord Ninja” and Warrick “The Wildcard” battled hard, but all eyes turned to the showdown between Ted “Topspin Ted” and Harry M “Hurricane Harry”. Both players were unbeaten and a place in the Championship Group was on the line.

    Ted stormed out of the blocks to win the first set 11–9 and suddenly the pressure was firmly on Harry. Showing real composure, Harry responded brilliantly to take the second set 11–7. The deciding set was absolutely breathtaking, with neither player able to pull away. The match swung back and forth until the final few points, where Harry finally edged ahead to claim victory in one of the games of the tournament.

    Finals Night Heats Up

    As the competition moved into the placement groups, the quality somehow got even better.

    In the 9th–13th place group, Noah “Net-Cord Ninja” held his nerve in several close encounters to finish 9th overall. Sullivan “Smash Sullivan” took 10th, Harry S “The Human Highlight Reel” finished 11th, Warrick “The Wildcard” claimed 12th and Jake "Rocket Rally) finishing 13th.

    In the race for 5th–8th place, Ted “Topspin Ted” bounced back superbly from his earlier disappointment. Determined not to let missing out on the top group affect him, he remained unbeaten for the rest of the evening to secure an impressive 5th place finish. Oscar “The Silent Slammer” finished 6th, Luca “The Backhand Bandit” 7th, and Owen “The Wall” 8th.

    The Championship Group

    Now the tension really began to rise.

    Joshua “The Paddle Professor” opened his Championship Group campaign with a commanding win over Harry M “Hurricane Harry”, taking both sets 11–5.

    At the same time, the much-anticipated “Battle of the Twins” between Dylan “The Spin Doctor” and Logan “Lightning Loop” was taking place and it certainly lived up to expectations. Dylan took the opening set 11–7, but Logan responded brilliantly, storming back to win the next two sets 11–5 and 11–8.

    Joshua then faced Dylan in another high-quality clash. After Joshua took the first set 11–6, Dylan fought back brilliantly to win the second 11–7 and force a decider. In a tense final game packed with long rallies and unbelievable defending, Joshua eventually edged away to win 11–8.

    One of the matches of the night came next as Logan faced Harry M. Logan narrowly survived the opening set 12–10, but Harry refused to back down, battling brilliantly to take the next two sets 11–7 and 12–10 in an incredible contest full of attacking rallies and dramatic points.

    In the final round of matches, Dylan finally earned his first Championship Group victory by defeating Harry in straight sets 12–10, 11–7.

    That left one final challenge for Joshua “The Paddle Professor” and Logan "Lightning Loop".

    Logan fought hard and attacked relentlessly, but somehow Joshua kept returning everything that came his way. Combining superb defence with deadly attacking play, Joshua won 11–5, 11–7 to maintain a 100% record throughout the tournament and become the first ever Carisbrooke College Table Tennis Champion!

    One Final Twist…

    But the drama still was not over.

    With Dylan, Logan and Harry all tied behind Joshua, the competition headed into a three-way playoff for the remaining podium places. Even after the playoff matches, an extra deciding game was still needed!

    Despite Logan having already beaten Dylan twice earlier in the evening, Dylan produced one of his best performances of the entire tournament when it mattered most, defeating Logan 11–8 to secure the runners-up trophy.

    Final Standings

    🥇 Joshua “The Paddle Professor” – Champion
    🥈 Dylan “The Spin Doctor” – Runner-Up
    🥉 Logan “Lightning Loop”
    4️⃣ Harry M “Hurricane Harry”
    5️⃣ Ted “Topspin Ted”
    6️⃣ Oscar “The Silent Slammer”
    7️⃣ Luca “The Backhand Bandit”
    8️⃣ Owen “The Wall”
    9️⃣ Noah “Net-Cord Ninja”
    🔟 Sullivan “Smash Sullivan”

    11) Harry S “The Human Highlight Reel"

    12) Warrick “The Wildcard”

    13) Jake “Rocket Rally”

    After 40 matches packed with skill, sportsmanship and unforgettable moments, the championships finally came to an end. One thing is certain though, table tennis fever is well and truly alive at Carisbrooke!

    A huge well done to every student who took part throughout the tournament, as well as the brave staff members who entered… even if the students may have shown them a thing or two along the way! Every match was played in fantastic competitive spirit and the future of table tennis at Carisbrooke College looks brighter than ever. 

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  • Active Travel Ambassadors Presentation

    Published 08/05/26

    Congratulations to our Active Travel Ambassadors on the work they have completed over the past few weeks. Jacob, Lulu, Matthew, Jack and Stevie were tasked with designing a campaign to encourage more active travel to school - to improve the health and wellbeing of our school community and help reduce congestion at the school gates. 

    On Thursday 30 April, they presented their campaign on the stage of Medina Theatre to a panel of prestigious judges, including the Isle of Wight High Sheriff, the Managing Director of Southern Vectis and the Director of Modeshift. The event was conducted in a 'Dragon's Den' style where we were competing against other schools for funding. 

    Despite the pressure, our ambassadors delivered their presentation with confidence and professionalism, clearly explaining their ideas and responding thoughtfully to challenging questions from the judges. 

    Although they were narrowly beaten by Medina College, the team's hard work was recognised with an impressive £450 which they can now use to bring their campaign to life. Watch this space for further updates on their exciting project! 

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  • Basketball Tournament

    Published 07/05/26

    Carisbrooke Year 10 brought energy, effort, and plenty of spirit to their annual basketball tournament, putting in a performance that had moments of real promise and teamwork throughout the day.

    They got off to the perfect start with a hard-fought win against The Priory which saw them win 4-2, 

    The competition stepped up significantly in the following rounds, with strong sides in Cowes, CTK, and The Bay providing tough challenges. Despite facing well-drilled and physical opposition, Carisbrooke never backed down, continuing to battle hard in every game and showing great resilience regardless of the scoreline. 

    After losing to Cowes 0-8 and Christ the King 2-15 they had their final game against The Bay in the 5th/6th overall decider.  The Bay again proved to be to strong on the day and came away 2-10 winners, but again the boys never gave up.

    Warrick led the scoring charts for the team with some impressive offensive play. Cooper also stood out with an all-round strong performance, while Jack, Riley, and Luca worked tirelessly to support the team, contributing both in attack and defence.

    Ethan and Joshua deserve credit as well, stepping up to support the squad from the bench and giving the team valuable depth and energy when it was needed.

    Although the team ultimately finished 6th out of 7, the experience gained against such strong opposition will no doubt prove valuable going forward. The effort, teamwork, and determination on display were clear positives to take away from the tournament.

    Congratulations go to CTK for going on to win the final and taking the top spot.

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  • Carisbrooke College Crowned U13 Indoor Cricket Champions!

    Published 01/05/26

    After a gruelling road to the finals that began with an epic qualifying victory back in February, the Carisbrooke College U13 cricket team travelled to The Bay to take on TIFS and The Bay in the final of the indoor season. 

    The afternoon began against TIFS. Logan won the toss and elected to bowl, trusting in his side’s discipline. It was a masterstroke. Joshua opened the attack with some super spin alongside the explosive Jenson, and with Harry keeping things airtight behind the stumps, the opposition found themselves struggling to get runs on the board. Being forced to run as boundaries were hard to come by, Carisbrooke were able to pounce in the field and take multiple run-outs which came off the back of Joshua's bowling and Logan, Jenson, Jake and Joshua all took one each. Jake then put the finishing touches on a dominant defensive display with a final run-out to close the innings. Oscar ensured his side of the pitch was not leaking any runs whilst ensuring the team energy was kept up as he supported Jenson with constant waves of noise to encourage the side.  Harry was just glad he had his helmet on the whole time to block out the noise.

    The chase was a showcase of composure. Logan and Jake established a superb opening partnership, with the Captain contributing a brisk 11. Jake, living up to his reputation as "The Calm Before the Storm," remained unbeaten on 25. His highlight was a "big boy" six that nearly cleared the arena, leaving the crowd in awe. Joshua joined him to see the run chase through, reaching the target of 58 with 15 balls to spare.

    With the title within touching distance, Carisbrooke faced The Bay. Logan again won the toss and chose to hunt in the field. This time, the team’s athleticism reached a fever pitch. Jenson was everywhere, forcing multiple run-outs and later claiming a stunning one-handed catch off his own bowling that brought the bench to its feet. 

    Joshua, just prior to this, took a high-quality caught-and-bowled to keep the momentum firmly in Carisbrooke's favour.

    As Oscar applied the mid-innings squeeze and Harry and Jake patrolled the pitch with tireless energy, Logan provided the knockout blow, taking two wickets in two consecutive balls to restrict the opposition to 35 runs.

    The final chase began with a bang. Jenson looked set to finish the game single-handedly after a monstrous six and a lightning four, but a sharp piece of wicket-keeping saw him dismissed. When Oscar fell shortly after while looking to go big, the pressure mounted. However, Jake stepped back into the fray to steady the ship alongside Joshua as they showed veteran-like patience, picked their spots and chased down the runs.

    The championship was sealed with five overs left. It was a performance defined by unity; every player had their moment, every player did their bit, and as a result, Carisbrooke College are the 2026 Indoor Champions. Cue Oscar and his favourite song, "A Thousand Miles".

    Highlights:

    Jake: 38 runs without losing his wicket.

    Harry: Man on a mission behind the stumps.

    Oscar: Keeping on top of any stray balls in the field and, of course, the singing.

    Jenson: Power hitting and amazing catching.

    Joshua: 17 runs and multiple wickets.

    Logan: Clinical batting and a captain's performance with the ball in hand.

    A special mention to both The Bay and TIFS for putting on a great afternoon of cricket and doing so with the right attitude and sportsmanship throughout.  Thank you to Mr Bricknell at The Bay for hosting and organising.

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  • Music Assemblies

    Published 30/04/26

    This week, we enjoyed a series of music assemblies exploring the theme of music, its benefits for creativity, mind and mood, and the many opportunities it offers. The assemblies showcased not only thoughtful insights but also an impressive range of student talent.

    We enjoyed impressive performances from Joseph in Year 7, who performed a Grade 1 jazz piano piece; Gilbert in Year 8, who delivered a confident vocal performance of Elvis’s ‘Suspicious Minds’; and our Year 9 band, The Band With No Name, who ended the assembly with a flashy rendition of Jerry Lee Lewis’s ‘Great Balls of Fire’. We also heard from several other bands made up of students from across the year groups performing Muse’s ‘Ruled by Secrecy’, Green Day’s ‘Last Night on Earth’, and ‘Perfect Pair’ by Beabadoobee. Each performance highlighted the students’ commitment, musicality, and growing confidence.

    All the students performed fantastically and spoke with assurance about the pieces they had chosen, making this a truly memorable and inspiring week of music across the school. 

    Don’t miss our next musical event, ‘Battle of the Bands’, on Wednesday 20th May, when we are inviting our school community, family and friends to come along and enjoy more music from our amazing students – details on the poster attached.

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  • Year 9 Cougars Display of Skill, Teamwork and Character!

    Published 29/04/26
    The Year 9 Carisbrooke College Cougars brought energy, teamwork, and plenty of flair to their annual basketball tournament on 22nd April 2026, taking on The Priory, Ryde Academy, and The Bay in a series of exciting matchups. Carisbrooke came flyin
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  • Proud Moment for Ryan Following Police Cadet Achievement

    Published 24/04/26

    One of our Year 10 students, Ryan, was presented with a certificate by the High Sheriff and had the honour of shaking hands with the Lord Lieutenant, in recognition of successfully completing the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary Police Cadet Introduction Course.

    Ryan’s weekly dedication has truly paid off — a fantastic achievement. Well done!

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  • Football Team Win!

    Published 24/04/26

    Huge congratulations to Year 7 students Zara, Annabelle and Eva - their football team won the U12 girls league last weekend and were very impressively undefeated all season! What an amazing achievement! 



    Well done, girls, your dedication, hard work and team work really paid off!

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  • Platform One Visit

    Published 20/04/26

    On Friday 17th April we were very fortunate to have an exciting performance workshop with Platform One College of Music at Carisbrooke College as part of UK Music Careers Week. This was delivered to the whole year 8 group along with our year 10 GCSE Music students. The session offered insight into the Music Industry and careers, as well as a Q&A session and some fantastic live music performances from students currently studying at Platform One. Our students were a credit to Carisbrooke, listening and engaging very well with the visitors and using this exciting opportunity to ask lots of questions. 

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