They have done it again – a pair of school basketball teams have extended a flawless run, racking up wins without tasting defeat and setting a new benchmark for consistency.
Tor Bridge High is celebrating a standout season after both its Year 7 and Year 8 basketball teams went unbeaten for a second consecutive year.
The Year 7 side played eight matches across the campaign and were crowned champions at the Plymouth Schools Sports Partnership annual tournament.
Meanwhile, the Year 8 team also maintained their perfect record, winning all of their central venue fixtures held over four evenings at the Life Centre.
Across both squads, led by PE teacher Mr Dann, staff say the success has been driven by commitment to training, strong team spirit and a shared ambition to improve.
Links with local clubs and the Plymouth Patriots Academy have also supported player development, offering exposure to higher-level coaching and creating a pathway for progression in the sport.
The school, part of the Ted Wragg Trust, is now building on that momentum with the launch of a Year 7 basketball academy in September. The programme will provide enhanced training, nutrition support and development opportunities for pupils.
It will be led by Paul James, director of basketball at Plymouth Patriots, and will connect with the Patriots Pathway, allowing selected players to progress under elite coaching alongside sixth form academy athletes.
Anyone interested in joining the pathway at Year 7 can contact Scott Williams via swilliams@torbridge.net for further information.
Mr Dann said: “This has been another brilliant season for both our Year 7 and Year 8 basketball teams.
“The students’ commitment to training, their teamwork, and their determination to improve week after week has been outstanding.
“Going unbeaten for a second consecutive year is a fantastic achievement, and I could not be prouder of every player for the way they have represented Tor Bridge High on and off the court.”
Headteacher Tracy Stephenson said: “Our basketball programme continues to grow from strength to strength, and our teams’ success shows what can be achieved when talent is combined with dedication and support.
“Launching the Year 7 basketball academy allows students to start developing their skills earlier, giving them the best possible foundation to progress through the Patriots Pathway and achieve their full potential.”
