For the last two years, Sam Burr, a Year 11 student at Norton Hill School, has been a member of the Somerset County Youth Pool Team. He has competed against teams from Bristol A, Bristol B, Isle of Wight and Devon to name but a few. Sam joins a team of eleven players and three substitutes, who live all over the county but come together for each competition.
Sam commented: "This year, our team came second; we were beaten by Bristol A but only by a very small margin. As we came second, our team has qualified to take part in the National Finals which are held in Great Yarmouth each year. At the event, we will be competing against the best youth teams in the country. The event will take place over two days in March and the winning team will be crowned the National Champions."
In recent years, the Somerset Youth Team have built up a proven track record in this event and, hopefully, this year they will further enhance this reputation with a winning performance.
Headteacher, Alun Williams, quoted: "We are thrilled to hear that Sam has made it through to the National Finals. It is a testament to the many skills our students have, whether they're in or out of school. I am sure that Sam will do extremely well in the competition."
All of the staff and Sam's fellow students at Norton Hill School wish him and the rest of the team the very best of luck!