TagJosh Bartholomew

Josh Bartholomew OH (2021) was HSC’s Editor in Chief during 2019-2021. Josh designed the website in October 2018.

Posted March 31, 2020 Tuesday Trivia

Tuesday Trivia: Test your Hampton sporting knowledge

By Josh Bartholomew

Posted March 23, 2020 Features

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 … Continue Reading From the Archives: Hampton storm Schools’ Head of the River

Posted March 16, 2020 Reports

OH Matt Hamilton wins Boat Race with Oxford Lightweights

By Josh Bartholomew Former rower and pupil Matt Hamilton OH (2018) helped Oxford’s Lightweight crew to victory over Cambridge in the Boat Race on Sunday. Hamilton, who studies Biochemistry at … Continue Reading OH Matt Hamilton wins Boat Race with Oxford Lightweights

Posted February 27, 2020 Reports

Founders’ Day Sevens: Hampton’s successful cup-run

By Josh Bartholomew Hampton avenged last season’s defeat in the final of the Founders’ Day 7s with a stunning victory over Cranleigh, but how did they get there? Hampton 26-17 … Continue Reading Founders’ Day Sevens: Hampton’s successful cup-run

Posted February 26, 2020 Reports

Hampton overwhelm Cranleigh with destructive final performance to win Founders’ Day Sevens

By Josh Bartholomew Hampton’s 1st VII kickstarted their Sevens season with a triumphant victory in their home tournament, beating Cranleigh 31-12 in the Founders’ Day Sevens final to win their own … Continue Reading Hampton overwhelm Cranleigh with destructive final performance to win Founders’ Day Sevens

Posted February 9, 2020 Cricket

U6th cricketer Blake Cullen awarded Middlesex CCC academy contract

By Josh Bartholomew 1st XI all-rounder, Blake Cullen, has secured a Middlesex academy contract. After making his debut for Middlesex’s 2nd XI as an U15 in 2017, Cullen has made … Continue Reading U6th cricketer Blake Cullen awarded Middlesex CCC academy contract

Posted February 6, 2020 Reports

Former pupil Gwilym Bradley selected in Wales U20 team to play Ireland

By Josh Bartholomew Gwilym Bradley OH (2019) has been selected on the substitutes’ bench for Wales U20 in Ireland this weekend. Bradley, who can play across the back-row, will wear … Continue Reading Former pupil Gwilym Bradley selected in Wales U20 team to play Ireland

Posted February 6, 2020 Reports

1st XV fly-half Jamie Benson selected for England U18s

By Josh Bartholomew Hampton and Harlequins fly-half, Jamie Benson, has been selected for the England U18 squad. Despite still being an U17, Benson’s impressive performances for Hampton during the Champions … Continue Reading 1st XV fly-half Jamie Benson selected for England U18s

Posted February 3, 2020 Reports

Former HSC Editor Will Kelleher nominated for Rugby Writer of the Year award

By Josh Bartholomew Daily Mail rugby journalist – Will Kelleher OH (2010) – has been nominated for the Rugby Writer of the Year award by the Sports Journalists’ Association. Kelleher, … Continue Reading Former HSC Editor Will Kelleher nominated for Rugby Writer of the Year award

Posted January 27, 2020 Reports

Hartikainen helps London Irish U18s to Academy League final

By Josh Bartholomew 1st XV back Jesper Hartikainen helped ensure the London Irish U18 squad’s place in the Premiership Academy League final after a convincing 19-47 victory over Exeter in … Continue Reading Hartikainen helps London Irish U18s to Academy League final

Posted January 22, 2020 Cricket

Cullen makes World Cup debut in defeat to West Indies

By Josh Bartholomew Upper Sixth student Blake Cullen made his U19 World Cup debut for England in a frustrating defeat to the West Indies on Monday. Cullen, who took part … Continue Reading Cullen makes World Cup debut in defeat to West Indies

Posted November 20, 2019 Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy semi-final: Tenacious Hampton beaten at the death by devastating late Rugby try

By Josh Bartholomew Sometimes, words can’t quite describe the drama on a sporting field. This was certainly one of those occasions. In the closing minutes alone of this Champions Trophy … Continue Reading Champions Trophy semi-final: Tenacious Hampton beaten at the death by devastating late Rugby try

Posted November 20, 2019 Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy semi-final: Live Updates

By Josh Bartholomew Hampton’s 1st XV are today playing at Rugby School for the chance to reach the Champions Trophy final. It’s been a phenomenal effort so far from the … Continue Reading Champions Trophy semi-final: Live Updates

Posted November 19, 2019 Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy semi-final: 1st XV head to the home of the sport in search of history

By Josh Bartholomew For the 1st XV, today’s Champions Trophy semi-final at Rugby School represents more than just the opportunity to play at the home of the sport – it’s … Continue Reading Champions Trophy semi-final: 1st XV head to the home of the sport in search of history

Posted November 18, 2019 Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy semi-final: Hampton’s cup-run broken down

By Josh Bartholomew Hampton’s 1st XV have become the first U18 team to reach a national semi-final in the school’s history. Only 20 schools entered the invitation-only competition, but the … Continue Reading Champions Trophy semi-final: Hampton’s cup-run broken down

Posted November 17, 2019 Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy semi-final: 1st XV captain Theo Johnson talks to HSC

By Josh Bartholomew Ahead of the 1st XV’s national semi-final on Wednesday, HSC caught up with the team’s captain: talismanic prop, Theo Johnson. How has the season gone so far? … Continue Reading Champions Trophy semi-final: 1st XV captain Theo Johnson talks to HSC