Summer Term 2019

Athletics Competition

On Friday 12th July, 8 children from Year 5 and 6 took part in an Athletics competition, which was run alongside the Mini Olympics at Sleaford Town Football Club. Children from 21 different schools competed in four events; 60m sprint, 600m, vortex throw and standing long jump. They then competed in two different relays. 

Mini Olympics

On Friday 12th July, 12 children from Year 3 and 4 took part in the annual Mini Olympics. This is the 11th year that the event has been run. Children from 28 different schools took part in the event, which was held at Sleaford Town Football Club. 

With 2019 being the year for four major sporting events, the womens's world cup, the rugby world cup, the netball world cup and the cricket world cup, this years theme was sporting icons. Each school was asked to explore a sporting icon to represent throughout the day. Church Lane were given the cyclist Lauara Trott. The children created a bike and medals to represent the Olympics medals that she has achieved. They also delivered a short presentation to some other schools. 

As well as this the children took part in a series of sports, aimed at inspiring them to take up a new sport. These included; Rowing, Rugby, Golf, Boccia, Triathlon, Football, Volleyball, Tennis, Cricket, Gymnastics, Hockey, Judo, Hobby horse racing and Boxing. 

Here are a few pictures of the day, for more pictures please see the gallery page. 

Sports Day results

After both sports days were completed, the scores from both days were added together. The results were as follows:

1st - Cedar - 3171

2nd - Beech - 2887

3rd - Willow - 2733

4th - Oak - 2452

Well done to all the children who took part!

KS2 Sports Day

On Friday 5th July, we held our annual Sports Day for children in Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6. Children competed in thier house teams, Oak, Beech, Willow and Cedar. 

In the morning, pupils took part in a series of different activities in their house teams. These included; Tennis serving, Long Jump, Javelin, Tri-Golf, Crazy Catch, Basketball shooting, Netball shooting, Badminton serving and relay running.  

Whilst taking part in these activites, the children were awarded points which all added up to their house teams total score. 

In the afternoon, the children continued competing in their house teams. They took part in a series of races, including; flat race, sack race, obstacle race, 2 lap, 4 lap, obstacle relay and a relay. 

After all the activities and events had been completed the scores were totalled and the results were as follows:

1st - Cedar - 1702 points

2nd - Willow - 1664 points

3rd - Beech - 1612 points

4th - Oak -  1352 points. 

Reception and KS1 Sports Day

On Wednesday 3rd July, we held our annual Sports Day for children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. Children competed in thier house teams, Oak, Beech, Willow and Cedar. 

In the morning, pupils took part in a series of different activities in their house teams. These included; Target throw, Tennis serving, Speed Bounce, Javelin, Tri-Golf, Crazy Catch, Basketball shooting, obstacle course and relay running.  

Whilst taking part in these activites, the children were awarded points which all added up to their house teams total score. 

In the afternoon, the children continued competing in their house teams. They took part in a series of races, including; flat race, sack race, egg and spoon race, obstacle race, obstacle relay and a relay. 

After all the activities and events had been completed the scores were totalled and the results were as follows:

1st - Cedar - 1469 points

2nd - Beech - 1275 points

3rd - Oak - 1100 points

4th - Willow 1096 points. 

Cross Country

On Friday 21st June, 32 children from Key Stage 2 went across to the Sleaford Recreational Ground to take part in the annual Cross Country competition. Children from 23 different primary schools across the Sleaford area were taking part in the event. Children raced in double age groups, Y3/4 and Y5/6, in a 2000m race around the rec. 

All children ran really well, pushing themselves to their limits. A special mention to Madeleine in Year 6, who finished in 3rd place. Well done to all who competed. 

American Football

On Friday 7th June, three children travelled to Leasingham Primary School to take part in an American Football event. This was a try it event, aimed at inspiring children to try a new sport. 

The children took part in a series of different games and drills and then had a go at playing the game. 

The children throughly enjoyed the experience and would like to play some American Football at School!!

Football v Heckington

On Friday 24th May, the Church Lane Football team played their final Football match of the season against Heckington, at Church Lane. 

The first half got off to a good start for Heckington, who quickly dominated the game. However as the game progressed, Church Lane developed their passing opening up the play and creating more space. Numerous shots were fired at the goal, forcing the Heckington goalkeeper to make a number of great saves. 

This pressure continued and Connor M ran with the ball down the left wing, crossing it and scoring. 1-0.

Heckington continued to apply the pressure on Church Lane, forcing Thomas to make two amazing saves. This did not deter Church Lane who showed great determination. A shot from Scott was saved by the Heckington keeper, but Kaci was on her toes and able to slot the ball into the back of the net. 2-0. 

The second half started much like the first, with Heckington dominated. A lengthy goal kick from the Heckington keeper, had to be tipped over the bar by Thomas in goal! Church Lane continued to pass the ball well and created a number of chances, Scott was extremely unlucky not to score. Another amazing goal kick from Heckington was aimed straight at goal, Clayton was able to clear it, unfortunately straight into the path of a Heckington striker, who slotted it into the back of the net with ease. 

Both teams teams continued to battle in the heat, when the final whistle was blown the final score was 2-1 to Church Lane. 

Well done to all who played!

Y5/6 Cricket Tournament

On Wednesday 22nd May, eight children from Year 5 and 6 went across to Sleaford Cricket club to take part in an Under 11's Cricket tournament. 

There were thirteen schools taking part, which were split into groups. In Church Lanes group were teams from Kirkby La Thorpe, Leasingham and Winchelsea. 

Each school played each of the others once, with the top two progressing to the finals. The format of the day was Kwik Cricket, which meant that every player bowls one over and acts as wicket keeper for an over. They will then bat two overs as a pair. Runs can be scored, as per normal cricket rules, with 4's and 6's available. Players who loose a wicket will have 5 runs deducted from the final score and any no ball will add 2 runs to the batting teams total. 

The scores were as follows: 

Church Lane 203 v 202 Kirkby La Thorpe

Church Lane 237 v 272 Leasingham

Church Lane 221 v 237 Winchelsea

This meant that they finished third in the group and unfortunately did not qualify for the finals.

Netball v William Alvey

On Tuesday 21st May, eight members of the Netball squad went across to play in a friendly match aginst William Alvey. These children have all attended Netball training on a weekly basis and this was an opoprtunity for some of them to play a match against another school for the first time. 

In the first quarter, William Alvey had the majority of possession, forcing Church Lane to defend hard. William Alvey had a number of shots, but Church Lanes defending kept the score low. 1-0.

In the second quarter, William Alvey continued to dominate the play, but Church Lane did not give up. William Alvey made some excellent passes and managed to score two more goals beofre half time. 3-0. 

Church Lane continued to show excellent determination into the third quarter, William ALvey scored another three goals, but his didn't bother the Church Lane team, who continued to work hard. 

The final quarter, saw some good passing from Church Lane, who were beginning to gain more of the possession. William Alvey continued to play some excellent Netball, scoring another three. Church Lane were still able to show some good attacking play and have a few shots on goal. Final score William Alvey 9 v 0 Church Lane. 

Well done to alll who played!

Pop Lacrosse

On Friday 17th May, six children from Year 6 travlled to Heckington Primary School to take part in a Pop Lacrosse tournament. 

Church Lane were up against teams from Billinborough, Heckington and two from Chesnut Street. The results of these games were as follows:

Church Lane 4 v 4 Chestnut Street (2)

Church Lane 1 v 3 Heckington

Church Lane 3 v 2 Billingborough

Church Lane 0 v 6 Chestnut Street (1)

This meant that Church Lane finished in equal second place. Well done to all who played. 

Y5 Kwik Cricket tournament

On Thursday 16th May, eight children from Year 5 travelled across to Sleaford Cricket club to take part in an Under 10's Cricket tournament. 

There were thirteen schools taking part, which were split into two groups. In Church Lanes group were teams from William Alvey, Winchelsea, St Botolphs, Conningsby and Chesnut Street. 

Each school played each of the others once, with the top two progressing to the finals. The format of the day was Kwik Cricket, which meant that every player bowls one over and acts as wicket keeper for an over. They will then bat two overs as a pair. Runs can be scored, as per normal cricket rules, with 4's and 6's available. Players who loose a wicket will have 5 runs deducted from the final score and any no ball will add 2 runs to the batting teams total. 

Out of the five games that Church Lane played, they won five of them and only lost one. 

The scores were as follows: 

Church Lane 235 v 233 Winchelsea

Church Lane 245 v 220 St Botolphs

Church Lane 245 v 185 Conningsby

Church Lane 231 v 216 Chestnut Street

This meant that they finished second in their group and progressed to the 3rd place play off. Here they were up against Kirkby la Thorpe. It was a very close game, which Church Lane narrowly won, finishing the day in third place and taking home the bronze medal. 

Well done to all who played. 

Tennis Finals

On Friday 10th May the Church Lane Tennis team took part in the Tennis finals, which they qualified for two weeks previously. 

They played against teams from Leasingham, Chestnut Street and Horbling. All the children played really well and developed their Tennis skills, unfortunately they did not qualify for the semi-finals. 

KS1 Kabaddi

On Friday 10th May, six children from Year 1 travelled to Heckington Primary School to take part in a Kabaddi festival. The children took part in a range of different activities and games, designed to replicate the game of Kabaddi. The children then played with pupils from other schools and then played in teams of four against one another. 

The children throughly enjoyed themselves and learnt some new skills and games. 

Football v Helpringham

On Thursday 2nd May, the Church Lane Football team travelled to Helpringham to play their penultimate game of the year. 

The game immediately got off to a good start, with shots on target for both teams. Helpringham seemed to dominate the play early on, forcing Thomas, Clayton and Kaci, in defence to make some crucial tackles. However, it was Church Lane who netted the first goal of the match, with Connor C calmly slotting the ball past the keeper. Helpringham came back strongly and equalised in seconds. Half time 1-1. 

The second half saw Church Lane pick up the pace, showing that they were determined to win. A superb goal kick from Cameron, landed perfectly for Connor M, who took a touch and then striked the ball into the back of the net. 1-2. 

It was clear that the Church Lane team had grown in confidence, they were taking more shots and playing really well as a team. Joey was next on the score sheet, dribbling out wide and turning to shoot across goal. 1-3. 

Church Lane did not stop there, they continued to push for another goal, this time it was Scott who manged to score from a corner kick. 1-4. With only a few minutes left on the clock, Helpringham battled hard to come back, scoring a goal just before the final whistle. Final score Helpringham 2 v 4 Church Lane. 

Netball v St Botolphs

On Tuesday 30th April, the Church Lane Netball team travelled to St Botolphs Primary School to take part in their final league match of the year. 

The team knew from the off, that St Botolphs would be a strong team, with a number of player who play outside of school at a high standard. However, Church Lane were looking forward to their final match and were up for a challenge. 

The game started well for Church Lane, the planned tactics were working and the defence managed to keep St Botolphs at bay. Church Lane had a couple of chances on goal, but it was St Botolphs who got on the scoreboard first and then shortly afterwards scored a second. 2-0 at quarter time. 

The second quarter saw St Botolphs step it up, Church Lane showed great determination and worked hard against the strong force. St Botolphs scored three more goals, but Church Lane also managed to get on the scoresheet, with a goal from Thomas. 5-1 at half time. 

The third quarter was another strong one for St Botolphs, they again dominated play, but Church Lane displayed excellent resiliance. 12-1. 

At the break before the final quarter, the Church Lane team were eager to score another goal before the end of the game. They got off to a great start, with Connor quickly scoring the second of the game for Church Lane. But St Botolphs were not going to let them have it that easily and continued to push, scoring four more goals. Final score 16-2. 

Well done to all who played, a challenging game, but I was impressed with the childrens resilience, determination and as always excellent sportsmanship. 

Year 3 and 4 Mini Red Tennis

On Friday 26th April, two children from Year 3 and two from Year 4, went across to William Alvey to take part in a Mini Red Tennis qualifier. 

There were a number of schools taking part in the qualifiers at a variety of different venues. Church Lane were against teams from Rauceby, William Alvey and two teams from Our Lady. Each team had their four players numbered, so the number 1 from each school would play each other, the number 2 played the number 2 from the other school etc. 

The Church Lane were very nervous to begin with and had a shakey start, however by the end of the competition the children had developed thier skills and game play to a good standard. 

The results were as follows:

Church Lane 3 v 1 Our Lady 1

Church Lane 2 v 2 Our Lady 2

Church Lane 2 v 2 Rauceby

Church Lane 3 v 1 William Alvey

These results meant that Church Lane finished in second place and qaulify for the finals to be played at Sleaford Tennis Club on 10th May.