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By Omer Demiral and Harry McLusky This year’s magazine is now online. Take a look back at the 2023-24 sporting year in the Hampton Sports Chronicle
Timed Out: The Future of Test Cricket
By Theo Payne I have not always been a fan of test cricket. My first immediate impression was of a totally unengaging game played by boring people in white clothes. … Continue Reading Timed Out: The Future of Test Cricket
Whistle Blower: Sam Govier’s Experiences as a Referee
By James Eggleton Hampton School has an illustrious history of producing superb footballers, its history filled with cup success and professional alumni. Across the world, footballers are admired as heroes, … Continue Reading Whistle Blower: Sam Govier’s Experiences as a Referee
Hampton crowned Hale End champions in U14As season finale
By Tom Scrimshaw Whilst it would be an understatement to call the Hampton U14A team’s season anything short of brilliant, The Arsenal Academy Invitational Tournament provided the perfect opportunity for … Continue Reading Hampton crowned Hale End champions in U14As season finale
Team Talk: Hampton Coaches’ Top Tips
By Tom Scrimshaw Hampton’s sports coaches are some of the most talented and knowledgeable in their field. With over 20 members of the sports department, and 50+ members of the … Continue Reading Team Talk: Hampton Coaches’ Top Tips
Serving Up Specialist Sports at Hampton
By Ben Wisniacki With Hampton being one of the country’s leading schools at football, rugby and rowing, boasting numerous titles and competition wins, it is clear that sport is central to … Continue Reading Serving Up Specialist Sports at Hampton
Sporting Soundwaves: The Best Sports Podcasts of 2023
By Will Olsen Over the years, sports podcasting has exponentially increased in popularity and is due to increase by 29% in the next seven years. This growth is in part … Continue Reading Sporting Soundwaves: The Best Sports Podcasts of 2023
Playing The Hampton Way: Hampton’s Footballing Philosophy
By Alex Watson It’s not easy to summarise Hampton football into one short article. The school’s largest participation sport, played by over 70% of new pupils, has upheld a strong … Continue Reading Playing The Hampton Way: Hampton’s Footballing Philosophy
Lynagh remains unbeaten as Italy dominate faltering Wales
By Harry McLusky Two caps, two wins for Louis Lynagh OH (2019) as Gonzalo Quesada’s Italian revolution marched on with an assured 21-24 triumph over a below-par Wales side. A … Continue Reading Lynagh remains unbeaten as Italy dominate faltering Wales
Louis Lynagh to receive first Italy cap against Scotland
By Harry McLusky Louis Lynagh OH (2019) has been handed his first start for Italy ahead of this weekend’s Six Nations fixture against Scotland. Despite being called up by Eddie … Continue Reading Louis Lynagh to receive first Italy cap against Scotland
Elite Athlete: Kieran Bouwmeester-Reid
By Omer Demiral Nestled within the historic and prestigious halls of Hampton School, a new chapter of athletic excellence is being written by Kieran Bouwmeister-Reid, a name becoming ever-more synonymous … Continue Reading Elite Athlete: Kieran Bouwmeester-Reid
The Grassroots of Football: Alec Hamilton’s Journey with A.F.C. Wimbledon
By Alex Barkus and Alex Pheasant In the world of the game that we all love and enjoy, where the spotlight and attention often shine on star players in spectacular … Continue Reading The Grassroots of Football: Alec Hamilton’s Journey with A.F.C. Wimbledon