May 1, 2026 01:50pm
Four exceptional gymnasts from Brixham College have struck gold at the School Games County Finals Champions, securing titles across two categories.
In the Gold category, Year 8 student Olivia claimed the Devon title, with her teammate Sofia, also from Year 8, securing an impressive runner-up finish.
This success continued in the Platinum category, where Sienna, from Year 7, was crowned champion, followed closely by fellow Year 7 pupil Freya in second place. 
The girls reached the County Finals after originally being selected to compete in the virtual qualifiers, having been given just two days to practice and perfect their routines.
Miss L. Jayne, Teacher of Physical Education, expressed her immense pride in all four pupils, recognising their remarkable achievement.
“Olivia, Sofia, Sienna and Freya had already done Brixham College proud by reaching these finals, so for them to be the top performing gymnasts in their category is extraordinary.
“To have seen off all the brilliant competition from across Devon is testament to the girls’ hard work, determination and drive to succeed”.
Reflecting on their achievements, Olivia spoke of how well her friends competed and looks forward to more opportunities to engage with gymnastics.
“I feel really happy to have won my category and be crowned Devon champion; well done to all the other Brixham girls too.
“I really hope there are more gymnastics competitions in the future for us to compete in”.
At Brixham College, our values curriculum underpins every pupils’ personal development; something which Olivia, Sofia, Sienna and Freya demonstrated in abundance.
Miss R. Blackshaw, Principal at Brixham College, was delighted to see the talent of these girls shine through on such a big stage.
“These four girls are all shining examples of everything we stand for here at Brixham College and for them to receive such special recognition is the icing on the cake.
“They’ve shown our five key values of High Expectations, Continuous Improvement, Character, Knowledge and Leadership through their determination and commitment; I couldn’t be prouder”.
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