TWO Fairfield High School students have been making waves in youth basketball.
The Year 11s, Moss and Freddy, have played pivotal roles in the Bristol Flyers Under-16 squad.
Moss, who is now 6ft 7in, took up the sport five years ago after being inspired by Michael Jordan’s documentary The Last Dance. Last season, he captained the U16 team, who were runners-up in the National Cup.
Now the pair, who often practise together in the park, are hoping to win hotly-contested places in the Under-18 team
Basketball has had a huge impact on Moss’s life. “It’s great for my physical and mental health,” he said. “Whenever I’m feeling down or bored, I go and play. It relaxes me.”
Jordan Goodchild, head of PE at Fairfield High School, said: “I’ve had the privilege of nurturing and witnessing Moss and Freddy on their basketball journey, and what an incredible one it’s been! Their drive, discipline and natural talent are an inspiring example, both on and off the court. The student council are fundraising for some basketball hoops, so more students can shoot some hoops during their break and lunch times, so if anyone would like to contribute, we’d be very grateful.”
You can contribute at https://tinyurl.com/2ak5b9sx
A stitch in time
Fairfield High School students took part in a series of sewing workshops with UWE Bristol’s Makers project and the Old Library Community Hub in Eastville,
Nine students created items including tote bags, pencil cases, and hairbands. They mastered the use of sewing machines, learned how to safely and accurately cut fabric, and developed the ability to draw and follow patterns. They also explored techniques in repurposing old materials, fostering a deeper understanding of sustainable fashion.
The workshops were led by a team including Ayat Said from Fairfield, Ruth Squires and Kat Corbett from UWE and Beth Cooper from the Old Library Repair Café.
The series concluded with a celebration event held at the Old Library.