News from Lockerbie Academy - Thursday 4 June 2009

Lockerbie Academy win Scottish Cup Final

Under-13 National Shield Final sponsored by Bank of Scotland

Lockerbie Academy’s Under-13 team made school history last Thursday by becoming the first Regional team to win the Under-13 Scottish National Shield. At Toryglen Sports Arena both Lockerbie Academy and North Berwick High were well supported by parents, friends, staff and pupils who created an electric atmosphere.

Lockerbie Academy 7 v 3 North Berwick High Scorers: Dean Smith, Levi Carrick (2), Luke Hammond (3), Sean Dunbar Team: Robbie Carter, Conor Graham, Bob McGowan, Danny Graham, Kyran Jackson, Zak Caldwell, Luke Hammond, Levi Carrick, Dean Smith, Kieron McCrudden, Sean Dunbar. Subs: Eddie Booth, Jordan McGinley, Lee Scott, Ryan Arthur, Ross Burgess. Squad members: Kerr Hogg, Robbie Collins, Zac Lockerbie, Calum Robson.
Lockerbie made a positive start and Sean Dunbar hit two shots inches past the post and Dean Smith had another near miss. However North Berwick’s star player, Hamish Law whipped in an excellent corner which was headed in to given them an early lead. Lockerbie responded immediately with sweeping passing movements from wing to wing using the full width of the park and Dean Smith slammed the ball home from 15 yards to equalize. Lockerbie were now on top and Sean Dunbar was put through one on one with the goal keeper who brought him down. Levi Carrick calmly buried the penalty. More chances were created but half time came with Lockerbie 2-1 ahead.
In the second half, Lockerbie Academy started very well and Luke Hammond headed in from a powerful Kieron McCrudden header. Luke almost added two more when the North Berwick goalie tipped a shot onto the bar and then held a clever chip. Suddenly the game changed when North Berwick equalized with two quick goals against the run of play. However Lockerbie re-grouped and with 15 minutes to go, Levi Carrick played a one-two with Sean Dunbar, beat 3 defenders and rolled the ball into the net. Lockerbie’s spirits rose, as North Berwick wilted and Levi dribbled into the box and cut the ball back to Sean who tapped in an easy chance. With tails up, Lockerbie began to dominate with Luke finding Conor Graham, Bob McGowan and Zak Caldwell consistently in wide attacking positions. As Kieron McCrudden held a tight position in midfield, Luke bombed forward and scored two more terrific goals.
It was all over and the referee blew for full time to spark off wild celebrations by the players matched easily by the fans on the stand.
It was left to Danny Graham to lift the trophy to the backdrop of a huge cheer of delight and relief. A huge thanks again to our brilliant supporters – parents, pupils and staff; the coaching team; Annan Athletic for training facilities; Houston for the buses (including the replacements); the Scottish Schools Football Association and the sponsors the Bank of Scotland. Sarah Cran, Head of Sponsorship for the Bank of Scotland commented: “I would like to congratulate Lockerbie Academy on their victory. It is a fantastic achievement to reach the final of a national competition and both teams should feel proud of their outstanding efforts. Bank of Scotland is proud of its long-standing partnership with the Scottish Schools FA, now in its 27th year and the U13 Shield is just one of many School competitions we support. Well done Lockerbie Academy – champions of Scotland!

Praise Assemblies

Last Thursday the S1 and S2 Praise Assemblies were held. The S1 assembly praised in particular the Science Project winners, Junior Maths Challenge medalists, the Ski Trip to Italy and the Under-13 Football team. A large number of S1 pupils achieved Praise certificates most notably those at Level 6 and above:

The S1 Maths Challenge students included Gold medals for Rebekah Hargreaves and William Beech and 12 Silver and Bronze medalists:

Jordan McGinley
Adam Finch
Fergus Smith
Hebe Allen-Henderson
Robert McGowan
Samuel Rogerson
Victoria Illingworth
Kirsty Johnstone
Levi Carrick
Maddy Patterson
Sophie Wilson
Emily Fradley

The S2 Assembly praised in particular the Maths Challenge, the Ski trip and the many achievements of individual pupils as well as showcasing “S2 Got Talent” with singing, piping and worming! In S2 it is harder to achieve praise stamps but a large group still managed to achieve Level 6 and above:

Koren Broomer Level 7
Jay Bryson Level 6
Michelle Gillies Level 6
Christopher Gray Level 8
Melanie Jardine Level 6
Callum Johnstone Level 6
Chloe McWhirter Level 6
Andrew Mair Level 6
Nathan Moloney Level 7
Bethany Nelson Level 6
Neil Porteous Level 6
Gemma Waugh Level 6

The S2 Maths Challenge students included 2 Gold medalists – Jay Bryson and Fraser Burnett and 15 Silver and Bronze medalists:

Emily Platt
Suzanne Gordon
John Dupre
Neil Porteous
Danielle Beattie
Chris Gray
Jacqueline Pringle
Liam Rae
Matthew Copeland
Andrew Williamson
Callum Johnstone
Kyle Nichol
Craig Goldie
Douglas Frost
Gemma Waugh

Modern Languages Competition Winners

This session’s Booklet Design Winners are:

Chris Gray 2B
Taylor Stewart 1E
Lauren Macfarlane 2B
Ellen Muir 1F

Well Done to Individual Pupils

Thomas McBride was asked to play cricket for the Under 19’s Scotland squad on 12 May at Uddingston Cricket ground.

Charley Donaldson took part in the Scottish Junior Handling Championships run by the Scottish Kennel Club. Overall she was 3rd in Scotland and 1st in the 6-11 year old class.

Nathan Moloney took part in a sponsored walk and raised a good sum of money which he has donated to the Malawi link school. Well done Nathan.