24 Year 8 pupils from Cheltenham enjoyed the Liberation Day celebrations before meeting with The Ladies’ College Lower Four students for a weekend of hockey training run by coaches from both schools.
Helen Le Maitre, Director of Sport at The Ladies’ College, said: “We’re thrilled to have hosted CLC in Guernsey. Our girls really appreciated the opportunity to play high-quality sport against the Cheltenham team, who all put on a fabulous display of teamwork and sportsmanship.
“This visit was an excellent way to showcase the ever-growing relationship between Guernsey and Cheltenham through education and sport. Everyone had a fantastic time and we are looking forward to future events like this.”
The College hockey teams played two 11-a-side matches as preseason preparation. The A-team match ended in a 2-2 draw.
An inter-school tournament began on Saturday with players from Guernsey Hockey Club, Blanchelande, The Ladies College and The Cheltenham Ladies’ College competing in 7-a-side matches.
In Pool A The Ladies’ College narrowly beat the Cheltenham.
“This visit has really helped to preserve the historic link between the two Colleges and it was a great opportunity for the students to connect and take part in friendly competition.”