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Golf Program
Students at York High School can participate in golf training and competitions, with access to facilities and potential involvement in regional events through the Southern Cape Golf Union.
SUMMER: Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Squash, Golf, Chess, Sailing, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking and Fast Fives Netball.
Places
George Local Municipality, Western Cape
Reference
https://www.yorkhigh.co.za/sport/
Chess Team Participation
Students at York High School can join the school's chess program, which meets twice a week. Learners train with a certified coach and play social chess, and can enter tournaments as individuals or as part of a team.
Our Chess Yorkies can take part in tournaments as individuals, but also as members of a team. We meet twice a week. One session will be with a certified chess coach, and in the other session we meet to play some fun social chess.
Fast Fives Netball
A fast-paced version of netball offered during the summer term at York High School. Students can participate in this dynamic format of the game as part of the school's netball program.
SUMMER: Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Squash, Golf, Chess, Sailing, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking and Fast Fives Netball.
Interhouse Athletics
All learners at York High School can participate in the annual Interhouse Athletics event, where the four houses compete in track and field events. The top performers and winning house are awarded trophies, and the best athletes qualify for regional and provincial competitions.
Interhouse Athletics is held a week after the Heats and involves the whole school again. The different houses are led by their House- and Athletics captains to the athletics track where the event will be taking place.
Sailing Program
York High School offers sailing as a summer sport, providing students with opportunities to learn and compete in this water-based activity.
SUMMER: Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Squash, Golf, Chess, Sailing, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking and Fast Fives Netball.
Cricket Team Selection
York High School offers cricket teams for various age groups, including Under 19 A, Under 19 B, Under 15 A, Under 15 B, and Under 14 A. Students can join these teams to train and compete in fixtures and inter-school matches.
Cricket at York High School is offered in the following age groups: Under 19 A, Under 19 B, Under 15 A, Under 15 B, Under 14 A.
Squash Program
York High School provides squash training and competition opportunities through two on-campus squash courts. Students can participate in training sessions and tournaments, including the Stayers Squash Festival.
Two squash courts, two rugby fields and a rock-climbing wall on campus.
Athletics Training
Students at York High School can train in athletics during the first and fourth terms, with weekly practices on Mondays and Wednesdays focused on field and track events.
Athletics is offered at York High School in the first and fourth terms. Weekly practices take place on Mondays and Wednesdays on the main campus.
Rock Climbing and Mountain Biking
Students at York High School can participate in rock climbing and mountain biking as part of the summer sports program. These activities are conducted on campus and provide physical challenge and outdoor adventure.
SUMMER: Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Squash, Golf, Chess, Sailing, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking and Fast Fives Netball.
Tennis Program
York High School offers tennis training on four all-weather courts, allowing students to participate in regular practice and competitive matches during the summer term.
Four all-weather tennis courts
