At the weekend gymnasts from the AHS travelled to Dundee to compete in a different gymnastics discpline called Teamgym where each team complete 3 tumble sequences and 3 trampette/trampette with vault sequences to music. This is the first time the club have entered this type of competition and the Junior team (aged 12-16yrs) came 2nd, beating all the other Scottish teams.
Photo – Back (from left to right): Harry Ross, Gary Scott, Lewis Spence, Ben Mayes, James Robertson, Ben Kay.
Front (from left to right): Shay Regan, Owen Priest, Brandon Talukder (captain), Josh Bentley, Matthew Robertson, Duncan Leslie, Bobby Kirk.
Gerard Trophy
Bucksburn Academy 3-6 Anderson High School
A squad of Secondary Three footballers recently travelled south to participate for the first time in the Aberdeen & District Schools knockout competition for the Gerard Trophy. AHS were drawn against Bucksburn Academy with the game kicking off at 10:00 am on Saturday 16th September. AHS started nervously and were a goal behind within the first couple of minutes. Gradually, however the players found their feet and took control of the game scoring three times before the interval, Ben Mayes netting twice and Gary Scott also on target. The home side rallied at the beginning of the second half scoring two quick goals to restore parity. AHS then began to dominate possession creating a number of chances and gained a penalty when Mathew Robertson was felled in the box. Captain Brandon Talukder stepped up to convert the spot kick. Bucksburn tried to fight their way back into the match but never really created another clear chance and AHS always looked dangerous on the counter attack. As the game entered the latter stages AHS scored a further two goals to produce a scoreline that better reflected their dominance with Ben Mayes getting both to cap a fine individual performance. Coaches Paul Regan and Alister Williamson were delighted by the efforts of all the squad and look forward to playing against Harlaw in the next round. The Anderson High School would like to thank Northlink for sponsoring the team’s travel to the match.
(Photos: Top – event winners; Bottom – winning team – Ronas)
This year’s Sports Day took place yesterday with around 250 S2 and S3 pupils taking part in a variety of events.
The level of performance and competition was high throughout the day with all six team’s looking to score as many points as possible for their team. The theme for many of the team names this year was old school house names which were used in previous years given it was the last Sports Day at the current Anderson High School.
Team Ronas finished the day as the winners of the event scoring a massive 928 points.
The P.E. Department would like to thank all those who took part for their efforts throughout the day as well as staff and pupils who helped organise, run and supervise events.
2017 P.E. Department
Back row, left to right – Iona Holmes, Alister Williamson and Kirsti Leask.
Front row, left to right – Kevin Gifford and Kevin Smith.
The P.E. Department would like to thank Iona for her help during Sports Day and wish her all the best for her up coming Probation Year.
Full Sports Day results are in the attached file below.
Around fifty pupils enjoyed two fun filled days of badminton during this year’s activities. Learners were treated to a variety of games and technique drills with Mr. Smith and his wonderful assistant Mr. Williamson. Activities included fast feet drills, Jail break, Netty and Swiss draw tournaments to end both days.
Enthusiastic participant Cameron Boxwell said that he had a “great time” and “that is was a great way to get into badminton”.
A big thank you to all those who took part for making both days very enjoyable for everyone.
P7 students from the AHS feeder primary schools recently enjoyed a range of activities in the AHS P.E. department as part of their transition programme. Approximately 150 learners took part in a number of team based activities led by S3 volunteers. The day was a great success with many new friendships being forged. We look forward to seeing everyone again on their return to the Anderson.
We would like to thank all the S3’s involved for their organisation and enthusiasm throughout the day.
A group of Secondary 3 pupils were treated to a Let’s Circus workshop last Friday by a talented group of performers with skills ranging from plate spinning to mind blowing acrobatics. The Let’s Circus group have been touring in Shetland for the last couple of weeks performing to sold out crowds in many venues.
The pupils involved were heavily involved in a number of different activities and had a great time with many learning a new skill like juggling or hoola hooping. The group’s Ringmaster Steve Cousins passed on a powerful message to the group saying that his performers were only able to achieve such a high level of performance by not being afraid to fail and using their past experiences as motivation to achieve their goals.
Well done to those that took part and a special thank you to the Let’s Circus performers.
A scenarios booklet is on the link below – there are plenty of examples. If you complete ones then bring them in and we will mark them for you. You can also use this post if you have any queries or questions during Study leave.
Please use this post to give feedback on how you felt the event went today.
Anderson High School took part in the Scottish Schools Silver Final at Ravenscraig Sports Facility in Motherwell on Friday 24th March. Anderson High were quick to shape the game against Holyrood in their 3rd year in the Scottish School’s Silver Final with the first few minutes already seeing shooters, Emma Sandison and Tahnae Maclennan allow AHS to be up by several goals. On the other side of the court AHS gave a strong defence despite Holyrood having the advantage in height, as they constantly got several interceptions and any rebounds that were to be had. The first quarter ended with AHS in a strong position with the score being 15-7 to the team.
The second quarter of the game was much the same with, Emma Sandison hardly missing a shot. Each centre in this quarter was taken with care and calm which allowed the ball to quickly move to the circle where both Maria Irvine and Libby Fox worked tirelessly to give support to the two shooters against Holyroods’ strong defence. The second quarter ended in AHS’ favour with the score being 26-16
The third quarter saw a change in position with Tahnae Maclennan moving to mid-court and Ashley Symmington going to GA. This move in positions worked well and gave a burst of energy that Holyrood was not expecting. However the opposing team quickly recovered from this and gave a strong defence and intercepting many of AHS’ passes . Despite several change overs AHS held a strong attack and both teams increased their scores by ten goals, meaning that the third quarter ended at 36-26 to AHS.
In the final quarter both teams were fighting hard for every pass and each team’s shooters rarely missing. Eager to take home the cup, AHS worked hard to increase their defence up the court and rarely allowed the ball to enter the opposing teams circle. AHS took the advantage of their strong defence to force errors in Holyrood’s passing in the mid-court and converting them into an influx of goals for AHS. Both teams fought tirelessly to the final whistle and after a very intense game. AHS showed the determination, consistency and dedication needed to win the game with the final score being 46-33 to the team.
A special mention must also be made to the teams supporters, AHS’ very own, Kevin Smith and Patrick Robertson who cheered the team on throughout and didn’t fail to keep the teams spirits high.
AHS Netball Team have made it through to the Netball Scotland Scottish Schools Open Silver Final.
3rd Round game – Berwickshire (Red Team) 42-17
Quarter Final – Fettes College 43-30
Semi Final – Bishopbriggs (below) 48-13
Finals day is on Friday 24th March.
