The Inter-House Target Sprint Competition took place at the beginning of February, following a short postponement due to poor weather earlier in the term. Each of the seven Houses entered a Junior team and a Senior team containing five competitors. This year, the event has been slightly adapted to make it more spectator-friendly, while also ensuring that those with less shooting experience have the opportunity to compete on an equal footing.

Each competitor was required to run 200 metres before coming into the air rifle range and shooting down five targets. Once the five targets had been knocked down, the next runner was able to set off around the track. The event was particularly exciting, taking place under floodlights at 8.00pm. Both the track and the range were floodlit to create a wonderful atmosphere.

A huge congratulations must go to the 70 pupils who took part and contributed to the success of the event. Particular congratulations to Oakeley for winning the Junior trophy and to Howson’s for taking the Senior trophy. Edinburgh performed consistently well in both races, finishing second in the Juniors and third in the Seniors, and secured the combined overall trophy. Well done to all the winners.