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Butleigh
It’s been a fantastic first year for the new
Butleigh boys. Despite the whole house
being new, they bonded quickly and set the
tone with a spirited performance in House
Rugby. A highly competitive group, they
claimed victories in laser run, basketball and
athletics, performed strongly in debating, and
narrowly lost the football final. Their talents
are wide-ranging, their personalities even
more so, and–unsurprisingly–they’re highly
motivated by food. The camaraderie, energy,
and enthusiasm they’ve brought to every
challenge has laid a strong foundation for
Butleigh’s future. It’s been a memorable year,
and they’ve made it truly their own.

Etonhurst

We began the year with a whole-house
paintballing trip, followed by a celebratory meal at
Za Za Bazaar. The year continued with an exciting
and varied programme of events and excursions,
including the ever-popular 'Steak Night', ice-
skating, and a festive Christmas meal.

Food remained a central feature of house life,
with numerous group meals organised within year
groups and tutor groups alike. A regular highlight
was our visits to the skittle alley at the local pub,
where students enjoyed a hearty meal followed
by a spirited team skittles competition. One of
the most memorable evenings of the year was our
hotly contested House Games Night, featuring
table tennis, table football, and pool as the events
of choice.

The boys were enthusiastic in their support of the
new ‘House Event Day’ format, which introduced
a wide range of activities to the calendar including
badminton, water polo, squash, pickleball,
drama, laser run, and a spelling bee. Traditional
team sports such as rugby, football, and hockey
also remained strong and were well supported
throughout the year.

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