Huish sport logo and students playing various sports

Sport

Welcome to the home of Huish Sport!

We aim to provide sport to all who wish to have sport on their timetable. In the majority of cases your timetable can be designed to allow you to participate in Huish Sport EnRICH.

Achieve more than you ever thought possible!

You will be subject to a minimum attendance of 85% to represent the college at any sport on match day, and above 80% to attend training.

Richard Huish College Celebrates Top 5 National AoC Sport Ranking

Richard Huish College is celebrating a fantastic sporting achievement after finishing 5th out of 265 colleges in England in the AoC Sport Overall Points Table.

Huish Cricket Makes History with National Final Victory

Richard Huish College is celebrating a historic achievement after its cricket team was crowned champions in the AoC National Final.

Huish Tigers win trio of prizes at the South West Basketball England Awards

Congratulations to the Huish Tigers who had a fantastic evening at the South West Basketball England Awards recently.

Sports careers event inspires students

Sport, Exercise and Coaching students take part in a career-focused event with industry professionals.

Huish Men’s First Team Celebrate Historic Run in Football National Cup

Huish is proud to congratulate the Men’s First Football Team on making history by reaching the last 16 of the Tier 1/2 National Cup.

Men’s Basketball Success At AOC Regionals

Huish hosted the last of the AOC regionals, with the Huish Men’s Basketball team qualifying for the AOC Nationals next year!

Richard Huish College Hosts AoC Sport South West Regional Championships for Third Consecutive Year

Huish proudly welcomed over 300 student athletes from across the South West as it hosted the AoC Sport South West Regional Championships for the third year running.

Huish Cross Country team succeed at English Schools Cross Country Cup

The Senior Boys Cross Country team who have qualified for the regional round of the English Schools Cross Country Cup.

Huish Tigers joins the RFU ACE League

Richard Huish College is proud to announce its inclusion in the newly restructured RFU ACE Boys League for the 2025/26 season

Richard Huish College Hosts Inspiring Female Basketball Tournament for Local Secondary School pupils

Huish proudly hosted a dynamic Girls’ Basketball Tournament towards the end of term in the Sycamore Sports Hall, welcoming teams from local schools.

Huish Active – Volleyball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, Netball, Football, Cricket, and Calisthenics

These weekly sessions are not registered and you can drop in as you wish. They are a great option if you want to get involved and have fun on a more casual basis or want to try a new sport.  

 If you cannot see your sport, we will try to add this to the list on offer.

Optional competition outlets are available. 

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Huish Extra – Basketball, Football, Hockey, Netball, Cricket, and Rugby

All sports have competition outlets on Wednesdays. You will have 2 training sessions per week and regular fixtures.

Please express your interest in sport when you apply so Huish Sport Extra can be built into your timetable and you can be advised of our pre-season events.

Sessions are registered and team selection applies.

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Huish Tigers Academy – Basketball and Rugby

All our academies are linked with nationally recognised teams.

They provide opportunities to develop as a player, coach and official within your sport.

You will have:

  • Additional timetabled training sessions
  • Strength and Conditioning sessions – 2 per week
  • Weekly fixtures
  • Access to physiotherapy 
  • Strapping and Taping
  • Gym Access

Please note spaces are limited. 

Cost: £300 per year

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FAQs

How do I join Huish Tigers Academy?

You can select Huish Tigers Academy within your application to study at Huish.

Where can I purchase kit?

Visit the Karuta shop.

What are the facilities like at Huish?

Sycamore Sports Hall

The Sycamore Sports Hall includes a full sized multi sports arena with a 100 seat spectator viewing gallery, changing facilities and  gym. Our court is said to be one of the best in the country with state-of-the art camera technology for performance analysis.

Sycamore

Gym

Our gym overlooking the sports hall has a selection of equipment including cardio machines and weights.

Following your induction, you will find a number of suggested work outs available on the wall, great for those looking for a place to start. The gym is payable via the online shop.

Picture of Sycamore Gym

Outdoor

Our outdoor facilities include the 3G pitch, Ash Meadows Rugby Pitch and a cross country running track.

Ash Meadows from above

students playing football on a 3G pitch

5-a-side Football

 

How do I contact Huish Sport?

Find us in the Sycamore Sports Hall reception, stop by if you would like to find out more about current activities on offer. We are supported by a strong team of coaches.

Mike RyanMike Ryan – Sport Development Officer
E: mikery@richuish.ac.uk
T:01823 320 963

 

 

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