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Martyrs reports

3-0 down and with a mountain to climb and spurred on by the feeling of injustice, the Martyrs rallied with will Power (F, 2000-2005) and tomallen (B, 2000-2005) working tirelessly up and down the touch line running at the Reds full backs trying to create a chance for the North Oxford outfit to have a glimmer of hope. This finally came with Power cutting in off the right and slamming a left- footed shot past the stricken Radleian keeper. There were 10 minutes left when Teddies forced a corner on the left and a goal mouth scramble that resembled a ruck in rugby and the ball fell to Jackteasdale (E, 2000- 2005) who bundled it into the net. With the Martyrs pushing for the equalising goal in the final minute a ball lumped into the box but was cleared by the Radley centre back who followed his clearance and managed to beat the retreating Teddies defence to the bouncing ball. He went one on one with Gleave and lobbed a ball to give a rather grand looking score line to what was a fairly evenly matched game. After handshakes all round, both sides retired to the local pub for a well-earned drink and a catch up. Jonathan Skull (C, 2000-2005) Golf Spring Meeting - Oxford Golf Club The first Martyrs Golf Society meeting of the year took place on a beautiful spring day at Oxford GC, with a good turnout of 26 players, including Society debutants Ed Skilbeck (C, 1979-83), tom Freeman (A, 1993-98), Mark Stott (K, 1993-98), tim Sutton (C, 1993-98) and Harry Leitch (E, 1999-2003). We also welcomed John Simpson and Peter Rudge from the MCR for the first time. Under glorious sunny skies alex Hawkins (H, 1995-2000) (15 handicap) won the Talent Cup with 38 points, with rick Powell (K, 1993-1998) (16) coming 2nd with 36 points and Peter Neal (K, 1993-1998) (5) coming 3rd with 32 points. Pete Neal claimed the Spring Cup for the best scratch score with 27 points and also won the A Division (for those with 14 handicaps and under). Alex Hawkins won the B Division (for those with 15 handicaps and above) and also took the prize for the

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The victorious squad pose with the coveted Haileybury Sixes Trophy: Back row (L to R): Andrew Baggs (A, 2001-2006), Nick Henderson-Williams, Will Kerr-Dineen (G, 2003-2008), and George Creed (G, 2005- 2010). Front Row (L to R): Nick Whiteley, Peter Swainson (F, 1995-2000), and Jasper Joyce (H, 2005-2010).

longest drive. Harry Leitch won the nearest the pin competition. A competitive, but fun afternoon was enjoyed by all, with a good number going on to the annual OSE Dinner in the School dining room in the evening. Peter Swainson (F, 1995-2000) Hockey Martyrs Day The Martyrs’ inaugural fixture against Old Waynfletes (MCS old boys) resulted in a high scoring 4-4 draw and was followed by an even higher scoring 5-4 victory over the Old Dragons. Peter Swainson (F, 1995 – 2000) Haileybury Sixes title, becoming the first Old Boys side to do so! The squad of andrew Baggs (A, 2001-2006), will Kerr-dineen (G, 2003-2008), George Creed (G, 2005- 2010), Jasper Joyce (H, 2005-2010), Nick Henderson-Williams and Nick Whiteley, ably led by Peter Swainson (F, 1995-2000), dispatched Aldenham, Felsted, Dean Close, Sherborne and Tonbridge in the Pool stages, Haileybury Sixes The Martyrs retained the prestigious

before beating Framlingham 2-1 in the semi- final and, with Jasper Joyce scoring a golden goal in extra-time, RGS Guildford 2-1 in the final! andrew Baggs (A, 2001-2006) Cricket The Martyrs Cricket Club continues to grow from strength to strength and had another very successful season. In preparation for Cricketer Cup, the Martyrs enjoyed fine wins against the Marlborough Blues and Radley Rangers – our fourth in a row against the old enemy! – before producing an uncharacteristically poor display to lose to Old Bedfordians in the 1st Round of the Cup. We also enjoyed another incredibly closely contested game against the 1st XI at Gaudy – with the Martyrs falling just two runs short of the unbeaten 1st XI’s total – and four games during Cricket Week. Peter Swainson (F, 1995-2000) The Martyrs Hockey Club and Cricket Club are always looking for more players, so whether you’re playing regularly or haven’t picked up a stick or bat in years please do get in touch if you fancy a game!