Team of the Year: Volleyball (Mixed)
Last week, Queen Mary’s College’s Sport and PE Department hosted its much-anticipated annual Sports Award ceremony, a celebration of student achievements in various sports categories. This event honours the hard work, dedication, and remarkable performances of students across a wide range of sports, highlighting their contributions to the college’s athletic success.
As well as Team of the Year, Sportswoman of the Year and Sportsman of the Year, awards for each sport team are as follows: Coaches’ Player, Most Improved Player, and the prestigious, Players’ Player.
Team of the Year: Volleyball
This year’s Team of the Year award was won by the Volleyball team (mixed). Over the past three years, the team has demonstrated exceptional prowess and consistency, making it to the finals of the AOC Regional competition and excelling in the AOC Southeast League. A special shout out goes to Max Norton, whose enthusiasm and exemplary coaching have been pivotal to the team’s success.
Sportswoman of the Year: Ella Baron
Ella Baron was honoured as the Sportswoman of the Year for her outstanding contributions to netball, volleyball, and touch rugby. Her dedication and skill were further recognized as she also received the Netball Players’ Player of the Year award. The competition for this title was fierce, with Emily Labrooy earning an honourable mention for her excellent performances in rugby, football, and basketball.
Sportsman of the Year: Matt Fischedick
Matt Fischedick took home the Sportsman of the Year award, celebrated for his role as the football team’s goalkeeper and his efforts as a football ambassador during his time at the college. Matt’s versatility and commitment has been outstanding with him actively promoting sports both on and off the field at QMC.
Rugby
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Arun Khatkar
- Most Improved Player: Kyle Geddis
- Players’ Player of the Season: Arun Khatkar
Basketball (Mens)
1st Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Joe Blackburn
- Most Improved Player: Tazem Akanga
- Players’ Player of the Season: Sami Waheed and Joe Blackburn
2nd Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Maz Bennett
- Most Improved Player: Layne Collins
- Players’ Player of the Season: Maz Bennett
Basketball (Womens)
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Macy Connolly
- Most Improved Player: Megan Dacosta
- Players’ Player of the Season: Emily Labrooy, Alexa Nash and Adauwa Mojekwu
Football (Men’s)
1st Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Ben Wake
- Most Improved Player: Renaldo Narcisse
- Players’ Player of the Season: Cameron Benzeval
2nd Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Luciano Amancio
- Most Improved Player: Alex Lee
- Players’ Player of the Season: Toby Llyod
Football (Women’s)
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Madison Noakes
- Most Improved Player: Anastasiia Zhyhulska
- Players’ Player of the Season: Madison Noakes
Netball
1st Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Hannah Applegate
- Most Improved Player: Sophie Schofield
- Players’ Player of the Season: Ella Baron
2nd Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Isabella Trevelion
- Most Improved Player: Eva Skarzynski
- Players’ Player of the Season: Issy Mussett
3rd Team
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Megan Dacosta
- Most Improved Player: Dasha Kyei-Poakwyeh
- Players’ Player of the Season: Hannah Statton
Volleyball (Mixed)
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Skye Davey
- Most Improved Player: Jude Atfield
- Players’ Player of the Season: Max Norton
Tennis
- Coaches’ Player of the Season: Dan Ward
- Most Improved Player: Fraser Barnett
The awards were presented by Principal Mark Henderson, who was joined by team coaches and the Head of Sport and PE, Andrew Fields, in congratulating the winners. The ceremony was preceded by a spirited inter-team dodgeball tournament, adding an extra layer of excitement to this year’s event. The men’s rugby team emerged victorious, maintaining their unbeaten streak and showcasing their competitive edge.
