The games marked a joyful return to the court. All teams displayed excellent sportsmanship and determination, making the event memorable for players and a small group of spectators alike.

The English School Junior NBA Basketball Team delivered a stellar performance, showcasing their skill and teamwork. With consistent effort and dynamic plays, they secured a commanding victory, defeating American Academy Larnaca by an impressive score of 51-29.
On the football pitch, the Year 1 Football Team celebrated a hard-fought win, defeating American Academy Larnaca 3-2 in a closely contested match. Their determination and grit shone through, earning them a well-deserved victory.

Meanwhile, the Year 2-3 Football Team faced tough competition but played with heart and commitment. Despite their efforts, they were edged out by American Academy Larnaca, with a final score of 3-1.
These matches were a celebration of teamwork, sportsmanship, and the joy of competitive play. Congratulations to all our players for their effort and dedication. Let’s continue building on this momentum and look forward to many more matches in the future.

Junior NBA Team members: Aristidou Katerina, Demetriou  Athena, Kyriacou Anastasia, Papapefkou Georgia, Argyrou Christos, Argyrou Charis, Chiotis Stelios, Christodoulou Nektarios Irineos, Christou Demetris, Kardi Gursel Emre, Konstantinidi Heracles, Loizou Yiannis, Papaminas Nikolas, Parpas Panayiotis, Saslidis Andreas, Savva Panayiotis Anastasios, Symeonidis Pavlos, Tofaridis Leonidas, Valiantis Anastasios.

Coaches: Michalis Arvanitis, Andreas Sizopoulos, Andy Ioannou

Year 1 Football Team members:
Paris Menelaou (GK),Aris Damianou (C),Savvas Savva, Georgios Ioannou, Andrianos Katsaras, Michalis Panayiotou, Nicholas Tingerides, Pavlos O'Mahony, Charalambous Ierodiakonou, Charis Symeonidis, Constantinos Constantinides.
Coach: Georgio Kyriacou

Year 2-3 Football Team members:
Thedoros Meivatzis, Robert Petrossian, Harris Kallis, Georgos Panayiotou, Petros Psomas, Lefkos Middleton, Michaeil Panayiotis, Kyriakos Kouppis, Verdis Konstantinos, Nicolaou Michalis, Chourides Constantinos, Phillipides Themis.
Coaches: Alexis Pittas, Andreas Andreou

• Agroti Simoni
• Theophilide Penny
• Charalampidou Marianna
• Emanouela Economou
• Demetriade Artemis
• Maria Christina Economides
• Stavrou Dimitra
• Ieronymidi Ekaterini
• Nathanael Sophia

Morning Competitions – Thursday, 7th November

On Thursday morning, students across all year groups participated in exciting inter-house competitions tailored to their age and interests:

• Year 1: Survivor Inter-House Challenge
• Year 2: Junior NBA Inter-House Competition
• Year 3–5: Boys/Girls Futsal Inter-House Competitions
• Year 6 & 7: Boys 7-a-Side Football Tournament
• Students vs Staff: Volleyball Match

These events fostered camaraderie and friendly competition, with participants showing determination and teamwork throughout the day.

Afternoon Events – Saturday, 9th November

The celebrations continued on Saturday afternoon with a lineup of thrilling sports events for students, parents, and alums:

• 15:00–16:00: Hockey – Students vs ESOBGA
• 15:00–16:30: Year 1 Junior NBA Inter-House Competition
• 15:00–17:00: Student-Parent Doubles Tennis Tournament
• 16:30–17:30: Football – Students vs ESOBGA
• 16:30–18:00: Volleyball – Students vs ESOBGA
• 19:00–22:30: Student Council Junior & Senior Futsal Tournaments

Highlights and Achievements

• The Student-Parent Doubles Tennis Tournament was a memorable event. Constantinos and Arestis Theofanous won the championship title, and Alexis and Christophoros Stylianides finished as runners-up.
• The Student vs. Staff and Student vs. ESOBGA matches were enjoyed by all and embody the true spirit of friendly sportsmanship.
• The Student Council Junior and Senior Futsal Tournaments were a great success, drawing enthusiastic participation and showcasing incredible talent.

Inter-House Competitions

The inter-house tournament results have been updated in the Inter-House Competition standings (attached). These tournaments highlighted all teams' strengths, strategies, and sportsmanship, contributing to a vibrant Founder's Day celebration.

Congratulations!

Congratulations to all participants for their energy, enthusiasm, and dedication. Your efforts exemplify the values of teamwork and perseverance that our founder envisioned for our school community.

We look forward to many more events that unite us through the joy of sports and friendly competition!

Team Members:

• Constantinou Glafkos
• Marnelos Giorgos
• Rossos Stavros
• Milios Michalis
• Savashaskan Aziz Fuat
• Zodiatis
• Milinkovic Savvas
• Heraklides Nicolas
• Xenophontos Charalambos
• Hadjikyriacou Sotiris
• Kramvis Antreas
• Psomas Michalis

Coaches:

• Andy Ioannou
• Andreas Sizopoulos

Congratulations to our players and coaches for this outstanding achievement! We look forward to seeing their continued success throughout the tournament. Go team!

Kyveli Matsi was unstoppable, netting four goals in a powerful display, while Victoria Georgopoulou scored her first goal of the season with a precise finish. Anchoring the defense, Victoria and Stella Anastasi kept things solid at the back, with Popi Koumendis and Charitini Iosif adding depth and energy by pushing forward from the wings.

In midfield, the creative trio of Maria Leandrou, Emily Nikolaou, and Marina Loizou consistently created scoring opportunities and recovered possession, setting the pace of the game. On the wings, Nayia Stephanou, Despina Panayides, and Andrea Gavriel kept the opposition on their toes with relentless pressure and dynamic plays.

With this strong start to the season, the team heads into next week's derby against Apoel full of confidence and momentum. Keep up the fantastic work, girls!

Ticket Sales Information:
Date of Ticket Sale: Wednesday, 13th November 2024
Time: 3:30 PM
Where to Purchase Tickets: SoldOut Ticket Box (link will direct you to the Talent Night 2024 event)

Event Details:
Date: Friday, 22nd November 2024
Time: 8:00 PM
Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre

We encourage you to secure your tickets as soon as sales open, as this popular event is expected to sell out quickly.

Help spread the word to family and friends!

Thank you for supporting Talent Night 2024—we look forward to an evening filled with remarkable performances and shared school spirit!

Warm regards,
TN24 Organising Committee

The Stephen Spender Prize stands as one of the UK’s leading awards for poetry translation, celebrating multilingual talent and bridging cultures through the art of language. Nayiri’s accomplishment in such a renowned competition is truly inspiring and a testament to her skill and dedication.

Congratulations, Nayiri, on this remarkable achievement! 

• Champion in Cyprus: Yiannis recently won both the Singles and Doubles titles at a Tennis Europe U12 tournament held in Cyprus, making him the only Cypriot to achieve this distinction in 2024.
• Pancyprian Victories: Yiannis claimed victory in the U14 Singles category at the Pancyprian tournament at the Sporting Club in Limassol, as well as the U12 Singles at the Famagusta Club in Limassol.
• Strong Performance in U14 European Tournaments: Yiannis advanced to the round of 16 in Singles at two prestigious Tennis Europe U14 tournaments in Larnaca (September) and Limassol (October).

Our Founder’s Day celebrations this year included:

• Year 1 Assembly and Tree Planting: Today, Thursday, 7th November, our Year 1 students gathered for a meaningful assembly, followed by a tree-planting ceremony. This tradition not only honors our founder but also symbolizes growth and renewal, embodying the values we cherish at The English School.

• Founder’s Day Sports Event (Thursday, 7th November 2024): To celebrate our founder’s legacy, all students and staff are invited to a special Founder’s Day Sports event. This lively program includes a range of inter-house competitions:

  • Year 1: Survivor Inter-House Challenge
  • Year 2: Junior NBA Inter-House Competition
  • Years 3-5: Boys/Girls Futsal Inter-House Competitions
  • Years 6 & 7: Boys 7-a-Side Football Tournament
  • Staff vs. Students Volleyball Match: A highlight of the day, bringing staff and students together in friendly competition!

Students are encouraged to wear their House colours to show team spirit, and we ask that all participants and spectators wear comfortable shoes, clothes, and hats for sun protection.

• Founder’s Day Award Ceremony: In recognition of outstanding achievements, both Lower and Upper School students will be gathering tonight for the Founder’s Day Award Ceremony, where students are celebrated for their excellence and contributions to our school.
• Founder’s Day Games: This Saturday, students will compete in a series of exciting Founder’s Day Games, fostering sportsmanship and camaraderie.

We invite you to view the photos from today’s tree-planting and assembly below. As always, we are grateful for the dedication of our students, staff, and families in keeping our founder’s legacy alive.

Happy Founder’s Day to our English School community!