Students from St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form showcased outstanding talent and determination at the Year 9 and Year 10 District Athletics Competition, held in Shildon earlier this week.
Representing their Bishop Auckland school with pride, pupils competed against other local schools across a range of track and field events. Their performances reflected both strong individual ability and excellent teamwork.
Excellent Results Across Year Groups
Students delivered impressive results throughout the competition:
- Year 9 Girls achieved a fantastic 1st place overall, supported by several personal best (PB) performances.
- Year 9 Boys secured 2nd place, narrowly missing out on the top position to Hummersknot.
- Year 10 Boys finished in a strong 4th place, showing consistency across events.
- Year 10 Girls placed 5th, competing with determination against tough opposition.
Team Spirit and Confidence on Display
Staff praised how students represented St John’s throughout the event. Alongside strong athletic performances, pupils demonstrated confidence, self-belief, and excellent sportsmanship.
Their willingness to support one another and compete positively was a credit to both the school and the wider Bishop Auckland community.
Celebrating Achievement in School Sport
The competition highlighted the strength of athletics at St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form in Bishop Auckland, with multiple personal bests achieved across the team.
These results reflect the effort students have put into their training and their commitment to school sport.
Key Highlights
- Year 9 Girls: 1st place
- Year 9 Boys: 2nd place
- Year 10 Boys: 4th place
- Year 10 Girls: 5th place
- Multiple personal bests recorded
Well done to all students who took part and represented St John’s so positively.