Gifted and Talented... at St John's
Spot Light on....Cairo Mills
In this term’s Sporting ‘Gifted and Talented Showcase’, we celebrate Year 2 pupil, Cairo.
Cairo stated playing football from the age of 4. Playing a few friendly matches against children of his age group. At the age of 6, he started to play for Continental Star FC at grassroots level.
It didn’t long for Cairo’s outstanding talents to be recognised by elite football clubs. Since Cairo started playing at grassroots level, he has been scouted by West Bromwich Albion, Leicester City, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa.
Playing and training for these academies has given Cairo the opportunity to play against some of the West Midlands elite players for his age group which has lead him to working and training even harder.
Cairo’s possession of two school sporting values of Determination and Passion allows him to remain dedicated to train 4-5 days a week and play matches on Sundays.
Cairo will continue to train to the best of his ability and remain focus on working towards achieving his God given potential.
I’m sure you will all join me in saying well done to Cairo and wishing him the very best of luck as his elite football journey continues.
Well done, Cairo! We are all so proud of you!
Spot Light on....Ethan Pountain
This term we celebrate Ethan, our third child in our Gifted and Talented Showcase. Ethan is a talented swimmer in Year 5.
Ethan started his swimming journey in local classes from the age of 4, undertaking both swimming and lifesaving certificates. Ethan’s teacher spotted his natural gift for swimming and recommended progressing to a swim club. Ethan later joined Walsall Swimming Club and his dedication and talent has shone through. From the age of 9, Ethan started to compete at various galas, winning individual medals in freestyle and backstroke, contributing to his team’s promotion to the Nuneaton & District Junior Swimming League as well as achieving qualifying times for county swimming.
Last month, Ethan also represented St John’s at the Y5/6 swimming gala. Competing against 20 other schools. This resulted in Ethan winning every one of his races and contributing to a 3rd overall place finish for our boys’ team and an overall 7th place finish for the school in Walsall.
Ethan’s aspiration to represent his country reflects his passion and commitment to perfecting his sport. A huge well done Ethan!
We are all super proud of you!
