Congratulations to the boys’ football team, who have picked up their second piece of silverware this year. The squad travelled to New Forge, Belfast, on Tuesday to take part in the InterCity Futsal Finals. After a slow start, with two draws against Belvoir and St Bernard’s, they went on to win their next four games, including a victory over favourites Kilkeel, to reach the knockout stages.

Of course, we never make it easy on ourselves. After a 2–2 draw and a tense penalty shootout, the boys beat Edenbrooke to make the semi-finals, where they came up against Belvoir once again before booking their place in the final with a 2–1 win. The boys faced Whiteabbey in the final and, with a hat-trick from Marley, APS were crowned InterCity Futsal Champions with a 4–2 victory.

We are delighted for the boys, who are being rewarded for their dedication and commitment throughout the year. As winners, the school has also been awarded a new football kit, and the boys are looking forward to welcoming representatives from InterCity Futsal, who will present them with their medals and winners’ cup. A special thank you to Mr Duddy for helping escort the boys to New Forge, and to all the travelling support.

Squad: Alfie, Conor, Leo, Marley, Matthew, Will