Eastbourne College welcomes more than 70 young athletes at Regional Schools' Biathlon Championship

The College hosted the championships for the third consecutive year, with pupils from schools across the South East, in years 5 to 13, competing alongside 14 Eastbourne College and 13 St Andrew’s Prep pupils.

Supported by family, friends and school staff, competitors tested themselves in both swimming and running events.

Times from the two disciplines were combined to determine overall standings and the chance to qualify for the National Schools’ Biathlon Championships.

Eastbourne College pupils rose to the challenge, with eight athletes securing medals: Henry F, Elsie Y, Daniel G, James F, Connie F, James F, Millie G and Tom C, while Gabbi Z and Evie D also secured medals for St Andrew’s Prep.

Lilly Wilman, event organiser and teacher at Eastbourne College, said: “The sun shone for us and there was a fantastic atmosphere throughout the day.

“It was brilliant to welcome so many athletes to Eastbourne College and see them giving their all, supporting each other and enjoying the challenge of the biathlon.

“We were particularly proud of our own pupils and their fantastic performances.”

The event also showcased Eastbourne College’s sporting facilities and the opportunities available to pupils alongside their academic studies.

Students can study Sport at GCSE, A-Level and BTEC, while sports scholarships are also available for pupils with particular sporting potential.

You can find out more about sport at Eastbourne College, including scholarships, by visiting www.eastbourne-college.co.uk.