19 Mar 2026

Record Home Internationals Call-Ups for Moreton Hall Lacrosse

Set to take place at Lilleshall National Sports Centre this April, the Home Internationals brings together the U20 and Senior Men’s and Women’s national teams as they compete for Home Internationals honours. This year, Moreton’s representation is stronger than ever, reflecting the depth of talent, commitment and ambition within the lacrosse programme.

An impressive eight current pupils have been selected to represent their countries. Upper Sixth pupils Lana, Emily and Jemima have all earned places in the Wales U20 squad, joined by Lower Sixth pupil Alexa, Upper Fifth pupil Nina and Lower Fifth pupil Lily. At 14, she is one of the youngest Moreton players ever to be selected to represent her country at this level. Lower Sixth pupil Matilda has been selected for England U20, while Upper Sixth pupil, lacrosse captain and Deputy Head Girl Lizzie has achieved the outstanding honour of being chosen for the Wales Women’s A Squad.

Lizzie’s selection makes this achievement even more special, as she will line up alongside Moreton Hall Lacrosse Coach Miss Jones, who has also been selected for the Wales Women’s A Squad. Guiding them both is Moreton Hall’s Head of Lacrosse, Mrs Walsh (Bates), who will lead the national side as Wales Women’s Head Coach.

The strength of Moreton lacrosse is also evident in the success of our Old Moretonians, with a record number returning to the international stage. Romilly and Eliza Pickering have been selected for Wales U20, Milly Home for the England Women’s A Squad, Ellie Jones and Coco Harpin for the Wales Women’s A Squad, and Emma Barnes, Annabel Noble and Kiara Kenney for the Wales Women’s B Squad.

In total, 17 members of the Moreton lacrosse family, past and present, will be involved in the tournament, alongside our Head of Lacrosse in a national coaching role. It is a tremendous achievement and a proud reflection of the culture surrounding lacrosse at Moreton Hall: one built on hard work, resilience, teamwork, and a genuine love of the game.

The tournament will run from Friday, 10th to Sunday, 12th April and promises to be a fantastic opportunity for fans of the sport to show their support. Spectators will be able to watch England, Scotland and Wales in action, with guest nations Czechia and Japan also taking part.

This year’s competition carries added significance too, as attention begins to turn towards the 2026 Women’s Lacrosse World Championship in Tokyo later this summer.

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18 Mar 2026

Moreton Hall Motocross Star Holly Accelerates into a New Season

Competing at an exceptionally high level in a sport that demands courage, resilience and unwavering determination, Holly continues to show that it is possible to pursue elite sport while thriving academically. Her newly upgraded bike, now decorated with the logos of her sponsors, including Moreton Hall, marks the start of what promises to be a hugely exciting season.

This year will be Holly’s rookie season on the Honda 250F, and she is already feeling positive about the transition.

Holly said: “This year will be my rookie season on the Honda 250F. I am already feeling really happy with the bike and we are making improvements to the setup each time we go to the track. This season I will be competing in the ACU British Women’s Championship, AMCA British Championship, FXR Area Championship against male riders, and selected EMX European rounds, as well as having some exciting plans towards the end of the season.”

Holly heads into 2026 on the back of an outstanding year, having been crowned Vice ACU British Champion, Vice AMCA British Champion and Vice Scottish Cup Champion. With impressive results already to her name, she has set her sights even higher for the season ahead.

She added: “Last year went well for me, but I have bigger goals that I am willing to work hard towards, with all the support I currently have going into 2026.

“The next few months are looking extremely busy for me with the start of all three championships as well as the countdown to my A Level exams, but I am confident that with the great team of people around me I will be able to reach my full potential both on the bike and academically, as Moreton has provided me with a team of people who go above and beyond to ensure I am able to reach my goals.

“I would like to thank all of my sponsors who have come on board for the 2026 season, especially Mr McTaggart and Mr Brewer of Moreton Hall, who have given me the opportunity to achieve my goals. I hope that we can achieve some strong results this year as a team.”

Holly’s journey is a brilliant example of what can be achieved when talent, hard work and the right support come together. The Moreton Hall community will be cheering her on every step of the way as she takes on this exciting new season.

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16 Feb 2026

Annual Universities and Careers Fair Welcomes 400 Pupils from Local Schools

Moreton Hall’s annual Universities and Careers Fair welcomed almost 400 students from local schools, bringing together over 60 exhibitors, including universities from across the UK, alongside representatives from a wide range of professions, industries and gap years, so that young people could explore their next steps in one place.

Visiting pupils from Ysgol Dinas Brân, The Marches, The Maelor School, Ysgol Llanfyllin, St Martins and The Corbet School joined Moreton Hall’s Upper Fifth and Lower Sixth students, with the Sports Hall buzzing with the sound of young people exploring how to start their career journey and realise their dream.

The event’s strong local attendance reflects Moreton Hall’s commitment to widening access to high-quality careers and higher education guidance across the region. Many students commented on how valuable it was to speak directly with university representatives, employers and Old Moretonians, helping them make sense of the many options available after GCSEs and A Levels. Visiting staff also highlighted how useful the morning had been in sparking conversations about future pathways back in school.

A senior member of staff said: “There was such a positive atmosphere in the busy Sports Hall, and it was so good to see so many students from other schools and the variety of opportunities presented to them all today.” A visiting school added: “It was a great event and the students got a lot out of the morning.”

Seminars proved extremely popular, with sessions including Bath University’s “How to Choose a University and a Course”, “Options for Studying Abroad”, and “An Introduction to Oxbridge” delivered by Georgia Clothier from the University of Cambridge. Each session was lively, well attended, and prompted a wide range of questions.

Old Moretonians remained a central highlight of the Fair, with alumnae returning to share firsthand insights and encouragement. Students also explored the opportunities offered by degree apprenticeships, reinforcing the school’s Next Steps team’s belief that there is no single, linear route to success and their commitment to encouraging students to consider the full breadth of post-18 options.

Upper Fifth student Bella said: “I really enjoyed catching up with Old Moretonians and being able to speak to different universities and businesses. It’s given me a lot to think about.”

Delegates also praised the event’s organisation and student engagement, commenting: “We really enjoyed being part of the day! … You did an amazing job of hosting such a well-attended and well-organised event.”

With plans already underway for next year’s event, it’s never too soon to Save the Date: Wednesday, 10th February 2027.

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