Swimming, 1961-62
The school again won the "Brown Shield" at the Inter-Schools Gala and the senior boys finished third in the team competition.
Stephen Chidgey (2B) represented Oldham at the Lancashire Schools Championships.
The following boys were awarded proficiency certificates.
Learners - Ashton, Cheetham, Simpson, Douglas, Hardy, Lutener, Crossley, Dobson, Thewlis, Jackson, Ward; Abbott, P. Fletcher, Elford, Howard, Johnson, Chadderton, Gomersall, Livesey, Holt, Adshead, Billingsley, Howarth.
Elementary - Clark, Scholes, Simpson, Kennedy, P. Fletcher, Payne, Buck, Heptonstall, Martin.
Intermediate - Potts, Strange, J. Fletcher, P. Fletcher, Wormald, Gar-butt, McKinstrey, Buck, Sirrell, Brown, Eveniss, Hurst, Schofield, Bates, Fenton, Taylor, Cole, Shaw, Widdall, Smeaton.
Advanced - Brown, Cocker, Schofield, Winterbottom. Ashworth, Chidgey, Hirst, Ravey, Taylor, Cole, Widdall.
Girls' Swimming Notes, 1961-62
At present there is a good and improved standard of swimming throughout the school. In the Inter-Secondary Schools' Annual Swimming Gala, in which twelve schools took part, the Junior swimming team managed to gain first place, thus holding the trophy for two years in succession. The Seniors gave an improved performance by finishing second, whilst the Squadron Team also finished second in their competition for the Brown Shield. It was, altogether, a very creditable performance. Everyone gave of their best and must be congratulated on their attitude and success. Additional congratulations are due to Christine Gowder, Susan Fallon and Judith Smith, who represented Oldham in the Lancashire Championships, held at Bolton in June.
A record number of Advanced Certificates was awarded during the summer term and there was also a number of elementary and intermediate certificates gained. Every girl should try to gain the four certificates whilst she is attending school swimming lessons, and much effort is needed if this is to be achieved.
Although it is disappointing that certain girls are always unwilling to swim in the Annual House Swimming Competition, this year that number was reduced. Many showed a very keen House spirit, making every effort to give of their best. In a lot of cases it was hard work! These girls must be congratulated on their willingness and spirit. It certainly provided a much more enjoyable Gala than in previous years, and this event can be enjoyed every year, if the same attitude is maintained.