Pan Pacific Touch Tournament: A Stellar Performance by Our Teams
The recent Pan Pacific Touch Tournament saw our teams excel on the field, with outstanding performances across the board. Our U20, U16, and U14 Blue teams all claimed 1st place in their respective divisions, while the U14 Red team secured a well-deserved 3rd place finish.
Each of our teams demonstrated exceptional skill, commitment, and teamwork, showcasing the hard work and dedication they've put into their training. From start to finish, the players displayed a high level of play, which not only earned them top spots in their competitions but also highlighted their strong bond as a team.
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Pan Pacific Touch Tournament: A Stellar Performance by Our Teams
The spirit of the lion was evident throughout the tournament, as the players supported one another both on and off the field. Their unity, determination, and relentless effort were clear in every game they played, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved.
We are incredibly proud of all our teams for their achievements and the sportsmanship they displayed. These results are a testament to the hard work, skill, and character of each player, and we look forward to even greater success in future tournaments.
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TTS Merlions Excel at ACSIS Swim Meet
A huge congratulations to our TTS swimmers for their incredible performances at this year’s ACSIS swim meet! It was a marathon weekend of racing, but our athletes made it an enjoyable and rewarding experience. The girls team fought hard to secure a well-deserved 2nd place, while the boys team made an impressive climb up the rankings to finish 5th, scoring more points than in the last two years combined!
The TTS Merlions placed 2nd overall with 768 points, marking our highest point tally and best finish in recent years. This accomplishment is a testament to the swimmers’ hard work, the dedication of our coaches, and the unwavering support from our team network.
Record-Breaking Relay Performances To top it off, all four A Relay teams smashed previous school records from both the ACSIS and SEASAC meets by significant margins.
The Girls Medley Relay team Maddy, Amanda, Chloe, and Nathalie started the weekend off with a big win over Nexus, shaving 1.2 seconds off their best time. They also capped off the day with a strong performance in the Free Relay.
The Boys team, with Bastien, Anand, Michael, and Luka, came incredibly close to claiming medals in both relays, setting new school records, including a massive 2.4-second improvement in the Free Relay.
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TTS Merlions Excel at ACSIS Swim Meet
Shout Outs to Our Stars:
Nathalie: A perfect 4/4 in individual wins records what an outstanding way to fin course season!
Amanda: Another 2 gold medals to collection, dominating the 100m Breaststroke in her final ACSIS meet.
Luka: Three medals, including two silver Breast and 200m IM, both in school record
Chloe: Defended her gold in the 50m along with 2 additional silver medals.
Eloise: Showed great resilience after a ch to place second in the 50m Breaststroke.
Michael: Stepped up in a big way, significantly to the A relay team a competition.
Ryan: Our youngest swimmer, who delive bests in every event and was the 4th h scorer on the boys’ side.
Casha, Betty, and Laila: New additions team, each scoring in all 4 individual achieving multiple personal bests.
This weekend was a true showcase of our swimmers’ talent, determination, and team spirit. Well done to everyone who contributed to this amazing achievement! Let’s continue to build on this momentum for the next challenge!
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Bronze Triumph: Tanglin Netball 18B Team Shines at 18&U FOBISIA Tournament
The Tanglin Netball 18B players had an incredible weekend at the 18&U FOBISIA Netball Tournament! They showed resilience, teamwork, and adaptability, especially in closely fought matches. Finishing day one at the top of their pool is a remarkable achievement, and their ability to support each other, particularly with the experienced players guiding the less experienced, highlights the strong team spirit.
Although the semi-final against Marlborough was a tough loss, bouncing back to claim the bronze medal demonstrates their determination and grit. Congratulations to the team on a fantastic performance and for bringing home the bronze!
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Tanglin Climbers Climbing to New Heights
On Saturday, we attended a climbing competition at Campus. The format was a rope carnival style, whereb earned points for each route they successfully complete highest total score determining the winner. The introduced a notable modification, allowing climbers t each route up to three times, scoring points for each att deviated from the usual format, where climbers ar limited to one attempt per route. This change pre intriguing tactical challenge, as climbers had to weigh th between attempting a route they were confident in com taking on a more difficult route for potentially greater p
Additionally, the school implemented a unique adjust format, permitting climbers to repeat routes accumulating points. This required participants decide whether to revisit a route they were likely t challenge themselves with a more difficult climb. The standard of climbing at our schools continues level of performance is truly impressive. We schools such as SAS narrowing the gap with m climbing institutions
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High School ACSIS Cross Country Meet
Our athletes have done it again, delivering an exceptional performance at the recent ACSIS Meet! The competition was fierce, but determination and teamwork carried the day for our high school track and field stars.
A special congratulations to Stella, whose stellar (pun intended!) performance in the 19&U category secured a gold medal! Her hard work, resilience, and dedication to the sport paid off as she dominated her events and proudly brought home the top honour.
Our 16&U Girls Team displayed exceptional teamwork and determination, earning a well-deserved bronze medal! Their combined efforts and unyielding spirit were instrumental in securing a place on the podium, proving that teamwork truly makes the dream work.
Beyond the medals, we are incredibly proud of all our athletes who participated. Their commitment to training and sportsmanship was on full display, making our school community proud.
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Kick-off to ACSIS Season 2!
Season 2 of the ACSIS sports calendar is officially underway! From 18 November to 22 February 2025, we are thrilled to kick off another season of competition with a diverse lineup of junior and senior sports. With 10 sports and 43 teams in total, our athletes are ready to take on the challenge and represent Tanglin with pride.
Junior Sports:
9&U Netball
10&U Football
11&U Football
Senior Sports:
Middle and High School Swimming
High School Golf
12&U Cricket
12&U, 16&U, 19&U Basketball (Boys & Girls)
14&U Netball
14&U Volleyball (Boys & Girls)
16&U, 19&U Touch
19&U Tennis (Boys & Girls)
We wish our teams all the best as they dive into competition! Go Tanglin Lions! ��
Year 5 & 6 Sports Kit
Reminder
As our athletes gear up for a busy and exciting season, we’d like to remind all Year 5 and Year 6 parents about the correct sports kit that should be worn for training and fixtures.
All students must wear the Tanglin Lions Red Training Top, which is available for purchase at the school uniform shop. If your child is new to the school or in Year 5 and planning to participate in any sport this academic year, please ensure you purchase this shirt at your earliest convenience. The uniform shop is fully stocked with the shirts and other required kit.
Along with the training top, students should pair this with their normal navy PE shorts. For those playing football or rugby, please also make sure your child has the navy Kukri socks, which are available in the shop.
