Carmel College is celebrating a remarkable achievement after being named Overall Trust Champions 2026 at the Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust Athletics Championships, held at Middlesbrough Sports Village.
The event brought together students from across the Trust, including Our Lady and St Bede Catholic Academy, St Michael’s Catholic Academy, St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College, and English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College, for a day of sport, community and shared values.
A Celebration of Teamwork and Community
The championships were a fantastic opportunity for students to come together, building friendships and celebrating what unites them as part of a Catholic family. The day highlighted not only athletic performance, but also the importance of teamwork, respect and sportsmanship.
Carmel students demonstrated determination and resilience throughout, supporting one another and representing their school with pride.
Outstanding Results Across All Categories
Carmel delivered an impressive set of results across multiple age groups:
- 🥈 Under 13 Girls – 2nd Place
- 🥇 Under 13 Boys – 1st Place
- 🥉 Under 15 Girls – 3rd Place
- 🥇 Under 15 Boys – 1st Place
- 🥈 Girls Overall – 2nd Place
- 🏆 Boys Overall – 1st Place
These achievements contributed to an exceptional team performance, securing:
🏆 Overall Trust Champions 2026 – Carmel College
A True Team Effort
The success of Team Carmel was built on collective effort, with students encouraging one another and striving to achieve their best in every event. Their positive attitude and commitment reflected the school’s values and the spirit of the competition.
The championships were a clear example of students embracing opportunities to challenge themselves, support their peers and enjoy healthy competition.