Webpage from St Michael's School for Girls in Bloemfontein, South Africa, outlining the school's sports programme
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Squash Tournaments
Learners can participate in squash tournaments such as the Southern Free State, Bloem Open, Free State Closed, Country Districts, and IPT. The school has three first-class squash courts available for training and competition.
- Who it is for
- squash players at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Join squash tournaments using the school’s three squash courts
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Squash tournaments: Southern Free State, Bloem Open, Free State Closed, Country Districts, IPT
Junior Chess Coaching
Girls in the Junior School can join weekly chess coaching sessions that are fun, social, and educational. Beginners are welcome, and the sessions are led by Susan Nel, a qualified chess coach and former national player.
- Who it is for
- girls in the Junior School at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Attend weekly chess coaching sessions at St Michael's School for Girls on the school grounds
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Junior chess is coached weekly to the girls. Each session has between 20 to 40 excited girls.
Junior Hockey League Participation
Junior hockey teams play league matches during the 3rd term and also take part in festivals and tournaments to prepare for competition. The programme supports team development and competitive spirit.
- Who it is for
- junior hockey players at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Join the junior hockey team and participate in league matches and preparatory festivals and tournaments
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The juniors have league matches during the 3rd term of school, and the seniors during terms 2 and 3.
Cross Country Running
Learners from U/13 level and above can take part in cross country races held at the University of the Free State’s 2km loop track during the 2nd and 3rd terms. The most common race distance is 4km. Top performers may be selected for Southern Free State and Free State teams.
- Who it is for
- U/13 and older learners at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Register for cross country races held at the University of the Free State during the 2nd and 3rd terms
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Cross country takes place in the 2nd & 3rd terms at the University of the Free State’s cross country track.
Athletics Training and Competition
Learners in both the Junior and Senior schools can train and compete in various athletic disciplines such as sprints, middle- and long-distance running, jumps, throws, and more. The annual Inter House Athletics Day is a highlight for the school community.
- Who it is for
- learners in the Junior and Senior schools at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Participate in training and competitions in athletics organised by the school
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St Michael’s has a number of learners in the Junior and Senior school that excel in athletics and who take part in different athletics competitions.
Tennis Competitions
Learners can use the school’s six newly resurfaced tennis courts for training and competition. The school participates in inter-school tournaments and leagues.
- Who it is for
- tennis players at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Use the school’s tennis courts and join inter-school tournaments and leagues
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6 x newly resurfaced tennis courts
Senior Hockey League Participation
Senior hockey teams play league matches during terms 2 and 3 and also compete in festivals and tournaments. The programme fosters strong, competitive teams with a fighting spirit.
- Who it is for
- senior hockey players at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Join the senior hockey team and participate in league matches and preparatory festivals and tournaments
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The seniors during terms 2 and 3.
Inter Primary Gala
Primary school learners can participate in the Inter Primary gala, an event that brings together schools for friendly competition across various sports.
- Who it is for
- primary school learners at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Take part in the Inter Primary gala event organised by the school
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Inter Primary gala
Senior Chess Participation
Senior girls can join the Bloemfontein Chess League, which begins in the second term, and also compete in other tournaments throughout the year. The programme is open to all skill levels.
- Who it is for
- senior girls at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Join the Bloemfontein Chess League and participate in tournaments as part of the school's sports programme
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The senior girls take part in the Bloemfontein Chess League, which starts in the second term, and also play in other tournaments throughout the year.
Swimming Competitions
Learners can participate in swimming events using the school's 25m swimming pool. The school also takes part in broader competitions such as the Midmar Mile, a major long-distance swim.
- Who it is for
- swimmers at St Michael's School for Girls
- How to act on it
- Train and compete in swimming events using the school’s 25m pool and participate in external events like the Midmar Mile
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We are proud to be able to provide our learners with these excellent facilities.
Facts
Places
Free State, Mangaung
Key Takeaways
- St Michael's School for Girls
- Bloemfontein
- 111 Klerck Ave, Brandwag
- Astro Turf
- 25m swimming pool
- 3 squash courts
- 6 tennis courts
- cross country track at University of the Free State
- Junior and Senior Hockey leagues
- Bloemfontein Chess League
- All Girls Festivals
- ITEC Tournament
- Midmar Mile
- Inter Primary gala
- Inter High
- Southern Free State and Free State teams
- U/13A team participation
- Squash tournaments: Southern Free State, Bloem Open, Free State Closed, Country Districts, IPT
- Ladies and Winter League
- +27 51 401 5700
- +27 51 401 5703
- sms@stms.co.za
- St Michael's School for Girls
- Susan Nel
- Angie de Wet
- University of the Free State
- Bloemfontein Chess League
- ITEC Tournament
- All Girls Festivals
- Midmar Mile