Emanuel provides opportunities for development through a variety of sports and provides talented pupils a chance to excel through access to outstanding coaching and competitive inter-school fixtures.
All weather pitch
The all weather pitch and cricket nets were completed in September 2023. The pitch allows us to offer a broader range of co-educational sport with provision for hockey, netball, tennis, and football. The facility provides a home venue for girls’ hockey and allows hockey and rugby matches to be run for girls and boys at the same time and location. It is also used for netball and football and will be used for recreational tennis in the summer.
‘There’s a great buzz’
The opening of the pitch brings a fantastic atmosphere to the sports ground on a Saturday morning. Girls’ hockey matches ran concurrently with boys’ rugby fixtures in the autumn term, creating a great community spirit.
Hard courts and cricket pitches
Three new hard courts for netball and tennis have recently been completed. They will be used for our games programme, friendly fixtures and lower school LTA tournament preparation to enhance participation and performance.
Three hybrid cricket pitches have also been laid, meaning that boys and girls of all ages and abilities can play cricket at our off site grounds during the summer. The new pitches are more durable and allow for faster grass recovery time.
Pavilion
The next phase is the redevelopment of the pavilion, subject to planning permission. With a greater number of spectators and the increasing use of the space, an improved pavilion will be a fantastic space for spectators and pupils to enjoy team spirit and refreshments. The space will also be used as an event venue.
Support us
We are incredibly grateful to the parents and supporters who have invested in this transformational capital project and the future of sport at Emanuel. If you would like to support us, please click the button below or email development@emanuel.org.uk.
“The new all weather pitch at Blagdons has made for a particularly enjoyable hockey season. Since year seven, we have always travelled to away matches for hockey which allowed for some fun coach karaoke but did mean that we never got a chance to play with a spirited, home crowd cheering us on. However, as of September, we have had an exciting new facility that not only allowed effective training to take place, but also meant that our Saturday matches occurred in a buzzing atmosphere with parents and pupils coming together to watch the thriving sport at Emanuel. Teams participating in rugby and hockey could play alongside each other, creating a communal environment that fuelled motivation and created that necessary drive to win.”
Annie
Off Site Sports Ground
