school match reports
the big staff game!
The atmosphere in this match was absolutely electric in this game, so much drama, but mostly fun around this place as we come to the end of the school year. It was very hard to predict what the outcome was going to be, as the match was only around 30 mins.
As the match got underway, everyone was roaring. As the game progressed, Team Beatrup/Doyle were mostly on top after the first few minutes, keeping possession of the ball very well. They were almost like professionals. The first goal of the match went in for team Beatrup/Doyle but the goal is ruled out, as it was offside, which gave Team Macavoy a huge sigh of relief. Still, they couldn’t contain team Beatrup/Doyle’s main man, Mr Parker, who panenka'd fellow P.E teacher Mr Pearson to put his team ahead. Things were starting to look worrying for team McEvoy.
Half time was approaching, and team McEvoy began to push forward more, with Mr Bridges and Mr Jenner looking like their biggest threats. Both sides struggled to keep the tempo under control as the noise around the pitch was incredible, just like a real league or cup match. Referee Mrs Dawe blew for half time with the score at 1-0 to team Beatrup/Doyle.
The second half kicked off, and almost instantly team Beatrup/Doyle scored again, this time from Mr Lambert with a long‑range strike. However, it must be noted that it wasn’t the best goalkeeping, and the keeper definitely could have kept it out.
At 2-0, the match looked wrapped up, with team Beatrup/Doyle looking comfortable. But team McEvoy weren’t done. Shots kept flying wide, especially from Mr Bridges, until finally team McEvoy hit back on the counter. Mr Bridges rounded the goalkeeper and tucked the ball into an empty net, making it 2-1 and dragging his team back into the game.
They were still nervous, but the match wasn’t over. Team McEvoy won a corner, taken by Mr Jenner, who had been impressive in midfield. He delivered it perfectly, and Mr Bridges rose again to score a brilliant goal. Many thought he would be the one to get the best out of team McEvoy, and he proved them right, making it 2-2 with just minutes left.
Unfortunately, the match ended earlier than expected, finishing in a 2-2 stalemate. The atmosphere from every year group was incredible, exactly what everyone hoped for, and it was a brilliant game to watch as the last hour of the day arrived on the penultimate day of term. Let’s hope this kind of football match happens again at Tavistock College — it was amazing to attend, and it’s one that will never be forgotten.
Write up by Alex Cowell
tavistock college v churston grammar
Churston cruised their way to the cup final in style after a dominant second half display!
The match gets underway here at Tavistock college, as both teams look forward to winning this match and guarantee runners up for the cup. Tavistock started well as number 10 headers it over the bar out for a goal kick. Churston come forward as their number 9 shoots but it's blocked and dealt with by Tavistock; still 0-0.
Tavistock had a penalty after a deliberate foul by Churston's keeper, and it's brilliantly taken by Tavistock's number 10 superbly right into the top corner. However, Churston responded instantly with a brilliant strike outside the box and they were level.
Tavistock retaliated and scored from a direct free kick by number 4, not great goalkeeping given the very windy conditions. The game goes on, still 2-1 to Tavistock with a free kick to Churston, but unfortunately for them it goes straight into the wall. The referee blows the half time whistle; still 2-1 to Tavistock.
Second half gets underway and within the first minute, it's 2-2 as Churston slots it into the bottom corner, a brilliant shot from number 12. Churston came forward yet again and put a brilliant ball in, but number 2 just couldn't get to it. Churston then took the lead after an incredible strike from number 10, making it 3-2 and the best goal of the match so far. Churston had a penalty and rolled into the bottom corner to make it 4-2. Another chance comes from Churston, over by number 19. Tavistock are losing lots of confidence now and look to be heading out. Churston scored a brilliant direct free kick from their number 10 again and that was game over 5-2. Churston scored another one, a total second half disaster for Tavistock and it's now 6-2.
The full time whistle goes and Churston are into the final of the tournament, what a second half comeback to put Tavistock to bed and the hosts crash out of the cup.
Written by Alex Cowell
23rd April 2026
(note: shirt numbers are used instead of names for school match reporting)