Category: Previous Editions
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Joshua King: A Generational Talent
By Omer Demiral Many talented footballers have graced the prestigious fields of Hanworth Road over the course of Hampton School’s 466 year history, although perhaps none as impressive as 16 year old England wonder-kid Joshua King. From the iconic setting of the 3G to the ever so slightly more notable surroundings of the world-famous St…
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From the Archives: Hampton storm Schools’ Head of the River
The following article is taken from the Spring 2013 edition of the Hampton Sports Chronicle, which was edited by James Perkins OH (2014) and Luke Dunn OH (2014). Both have gone on to careers in the media: James is a Social Media Officer at FullFact; Luke is a Social Media Executive at Crystal Palace FC.…
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Cooking Up Success: 35 Years of Hampton Cricket
By Sam Colvine Former Head of History, Mr Cook, is a familiar presence around the corridors of Hampton School. Primarily, he is associated with insightful lessons on the First World War. However, he has been a crucial part of the cricketing landscape at Hampton for 35 years. A time that has seen its fair share of…
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The Boy Dunn Good – Luke’s experience with Sevilla FC
By James Dowden, Magazine Editor Whilst at Hampton School, Luke Dunn enjoyed editing the Hampton Sports Chronicle under the guidance of Mr Smith. Since leaving Hampton Luke has gone on to work at Sevilla FC as a translator and social media correspondent. He recently caught up with HSC to talk about how he has made the…
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Louis Lynagh: “If I got the opportunity to play for England I’d take it”
By Paul Wilkinson Storming into the England U16s whilst playing for Harlequins U18s and our very own Hampton 1st XV cannot be easy for anyone. However, when I sat down with Louis Lynagh, it was clear that through his passion and determination for the game, he did not see this as a struggle. PW: When…
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Hampton in Rosslyn Park Sevens Heaven
By Josh Bartholomew Hampton’s 1st VII made up for a disappointing season by winning the plate at the prestigious Rosslyn Park National Schools Sevens. After a positive first day in which the team won two of three games, against Halliford and Glantaf, they progressed to the Plate quarter final groups. Despite losing to Coleg Sir…
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Goal-den Generation: Mr Burke speaks to HSC
By Luca Parrish Over the years, Mr Burke has worked at many top-level clubs; he was Director of Football at Brighton and Hove Albion and Head of Tactical Analysis at Derby County. At both Fulham and Southampton he was the Head of Talent Identification and Recruitment, and was responsible for signing players such as Chris…
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U15s fall to powerful Whitgift in national semi-final
By Josh Bartholomew Hampton’s U15 rugby team lost 21-10 to Whitgift in a pulsating semi-final at Allianz Park. An early try from Tim Lamming, added to by five points from the boot of fly-half Jamie Benson weren’t enough as a powerful Whitgift side scored twice in the closing stages to book their place at Twickenham.…
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Road to Allianz – U15s in Schools Cup success
By Josh Bartholomew The U15s have embarked on an impressive Schools Cup campaign, beating strong rugby schools on the way to a semi-final at Allianz Park. Round 1 The U15s’ national cup campaign began strongly with a 48-7 win against The Forest School, largely thanks to 28 points from outside-centre Jesper Hartikainen. Round 2 Having…
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Cole – Mining for Runs
By Josh Bartholomew Hampton School 1st XI batsman Cole Campbell has enjoyed a productive year, breaking into the Hampshire U17 team, as well as scoring 945 runs for the School last season. Cole rushes into our interview in an out-of-breath frenzy, having come straight from cricket training, despite the looming darkness of winter which sifts…
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Keeping up with the Roland-Joneses: Toby’s impressive year
By Luke Jefferies Toby Roland-Jones has enjoyed an impressive year, making his ODI debut against South Africa before starring in the test series with the same opponents. He now has four test caps to his name, despite a frustrating stress fracture in his back which ruled him out of the Ashes. Toby attended Hampton between…
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Wenger, Arsenal and Jordan: Mr Knibbs talks books
By Ben Holker Book: The Inside Story Of Arsenal Under Wenger Author: John Cross My first choice is the most recently written, from September 2015 and is by a journalist called John Cross. It is a brilliant biography of Arsene Wenger and I think it gives an incredible insight into his time at Arsenal and…
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Beyond the Boundary: Dr Akbar de Medici speaks exclusively to HSC
By Josh Bartholomew – Interview conducted for Hampton Radio with Paul Wilkinson Since leaving Hampton in 2002, Dr Akbar de Medici has worked in a range of different roles, including as Head of Research and Development at Fulham FC and his current jobs at NFL London and the ISEH (Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health). In the…
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Keenan Success: OH returns to Hampton
Having captained the 1st XV to an 11-win season in 2004, Mr Keenan has returned to the School after a brief fling with American Football. Having always played at fly-half, Keenan spent two years at Fairmont State University as a kicker. Sharing a field with current Rugby 7s speedster Perry Baker and NFL Safety Dewey…