23 pupils competed in the Millfield Challenge Clay Pigeon Competition

November 4th 2021

23 pupils competed in the Millfield Challenge Clay Pigeon Competition...

On Thursday 4^th December, we were invited to participate in the Millfield Challenge Clay Pigeon Competition at Mendip Shooting Ground. Having previously attended in 2019, this year we took 23 pupils across 6 teams: 3 boys teams, 2 mixed teams and 1 girls team. This is the highest number of pupils we have taken to the competition, and I hope that we can arrange more in the future.

There were two competitions during the day: a 40 bird flush (all team members shoot at the same time) and an individual 40 bird sporting. Both competitions were highly competitive with a large number of schools in attendance despite the pandemic. The weather was excellent, cold and dry, which suited all the competitors and provided excellent conditions for the spectators. It was great to see all pupils so smartly dressed and the best dressed award goes to the 4^th Form Lyon pupils.

Throughout the day all pupils supported each other successfully, helping with loading and talking through each trap and stand. They approached the day with huge maturity and also appeared to enjoy the opportunity to compete.

Special mention goes to:

Felix (Lyon House) - 28/40
Bosley (Lyon House) - 27/40
Charles (Lyon House) - 24/40
The girls team (Rose, Millie, Nadine) scored the highest in the Girls Flush; a huge well done.

It was thoroughly enjoyable day out, and great to be able to take part in inter-school competitions again. Very many thanks to the numerous parents that came to support the event, and to Mrs Grant for supporting the teams on the day. Finally, thank you to Millfield School and Mendip Shooting Ground for organising and hosting.

Will Stainton - Head of Performing Arts

Watch a video of the day filmed by the pupils.