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TRIPS

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we were not able to match the physicality and
Rugby and netball trip to pace of the eventual winners. The Girl’s U18 VII Opposite: Statue of Liberty,
Ellis Island New York
Abu Dhabi played a series of competitive fixtures during the 01 Netball trip to Abu Dhabi
One of the standout moments of this year’s rugby week. Despite the tough series of fixtures, the 02 Ist XV in Abu Dhabi
03 Students in New York
and netball season was an amazing trip to Abu groundbreaking first overseas trip for Millfield Girls' 04 New York City
Dhabi, competing in the World School Games. rugby was a glimpse of the future.
Following a successful World Schools Festival in
Thailand in December 2023, Millfield Rugby 1st The trip was a competitive success and an
XV were invited back to compete in the 2025 incredible experience for all involved, filled with
festival, alongside U18 girls sevens and the Netball lasting memories and team spirit.
1st team. The tour created a fantastic sense of
camaraderie, with all teams cheering each other on
throughout the competition. Media Studies trip to New York
In December, Sixth Form students embarked
Both netball squads faced off against strong on an unforgettable cultural trip to New York
opponents, including teams from South Africa City. Highlights included panoramic views from
and Abu Dhabi. The 1st team rose to the occasion the iconic Empire State Building and the electric
with another outstanding performance in the final, atmosphere of a Brooklyn Nets basketball game.
finishing as champions, while the 2nd team earned Students immersed themselves in world-renowned
a commendable 5th place. art collections at both the Guggenheim and the
Metropolitan Museum of Art, gaining insight into
The first XV rugby team set up a semi-final with modern and classical works. A major highlight was
Kelston Boys High NZ after two victories, but experiencing the dazzling Broadway production of

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