PSJP represent BFC in EFL North East Counties, National Final

On Monday this week, the 6 a side team comprised of; Harrison S, Jacob D (captain), Max S, Oliver C, Arthur F and Jake T went to Barnsley Football Club in the EFL semi final leg for the Barnsley/ Wakefield district having previously won the preliminary stage in the previous week. The boys won every match and grinded out a win after coming back from 1-0 down to beat Fairburn View 2-1 in the final. They remain undefeated in the EFL cup and now represent Barnsley Football Club and are set to take on the likes of Newcastle and Manchester on March 10th in the North East Counties National Finals. The boys are a real credit to the school and are one step closer to Wembley Stadium. Well done, boys! Have a well earned Christmas break!

Y5/6 Girls Exceed Expectation at South Yorkshire Finals

Today, the U11 girls football team exceeded all expectation after finishing second in the whole of South Yorkshire. The 8 best teams in South Yorkshire took part in the county football finals in hope to be crowned national finalists. Not only did the girls only lose just one game out of 7 but they also finished second place out of a staggering 200+ schools in SY. They won 3 games, drew 3 and lost one. A huge thank you to Miss Kennedy, who has worked hard on getting the team to the standard they are today. Well done girls from all staff at PSJP! 

Y6 Boys Run Their Way To South Yorkshire Finals

The Y6 Boys team have won the Barnsley Team Cross Country Finals and are now through to the South Yorkshire stage in February 2017. Well done, boys! 

The Y5/6 Girls Football Team Make History

Today, the Y5/6 girls football team took part in the Barnsley Finals having qualified earlier in the year. They were in a group against; Holy Trinity, Upperwood, Wombwell Parkstreet and Shawlands. The girls were undefeated throughout their group, winning 3 games and drawing 1. In the semi finals, they showed determination and hunger to win and to their delight, they won 1-0 against Springvale. In the finals, the girls had to dig deep to beat local rivals, Thurgoland, which they did, 1-0. The girls have now been crowned the champions of Barnsley, scoring 7 goals and conceding none. They have now qualified for the South Yorkshire finals held later this year, which is a new record as this has never been achieved before. Well done to all the girl who took part, you were incredible. Thankyou to Miss Kennedy for working hard, training the girls and making them the team they are today. #broughtthetrophyhome #southyorkshire #madehistory

South Yorkshire Here We Come

As we travel back to school from Netherwood ALC, the boys are ecstatic with their performance being undefeated throughout the tournament. The boys have now progressed through to the y5/6 boys South Yorkshire finals to be held in Doncaster later in the academic year. A fantastic performance from all who took part and a great TEAM effort. Well done, boys! #broughtthetrophyhome

Y5/6 Boys Strike Again

The Y5/6 boys football team had their turn tonight to prove themselves and they didn't disappoint. Some incredible performances this evening with the veterans of the side showing the new recruits how we play. The team worked well together, not losing a game and finished top of league without conceding a goal. It's fair to say, some of the goal celebrations need working on. The boys have now progressed to the Barnsley Finals held after half term. A well deserved rest! Well done, boys!!!

Victory for PSJP Girls Football Team

Tonight hosted some spectacular football games with Penistone remaining undefeated throughout. With 2 victories and 2 draws, the girls have now progressed to the Barnsley finals held later this month. A huge thankyou to Penistone Church Football Club for investing time with some of our girls, who have come on so much in this last year. Also, thankyou Miss Kennedy for hosting regular football sessions at dinner time to make tonight possible. Last but not least, well done ladies!!! 

PSJP off to a winning start

Tonight marked the beginning of the sporting tournaments for 2016. In the ball skills tournament held at Penistone Grammar School, all children performed incredibly well with the 'Penistone Power Rangers' finishing runner up and 'Penistone Panthers' winning the tournament.  Well done to all who took part! 

Making Memories @ PSJP

It's all worth it when you get messages like this!

PSJP Sports Academy Award Evening

Tonight marked the end of PSJP Sports Academy for this year. The children have worked exceptionally hard all year to earn their trophies with 55 trophies being handed out in total. The evening got underway with special mentions of newcomers; showing positive attitudes in the short time spent at the club. Later in the evening, children were invited to the front to receive their awards. A special well done to Josh Pedley and Lucy O'Neill on receiving the team player award, Jesvi Kipasa and Harry Green for receiving the most improved award not forgetting Annie Drinkhill and Harry Longmire for receiving Girl and Boy of the year award. A special evening spent with sport enthusiast who have achieved so much this year. We hope to see them all next year. Remember, places are still available for next year, just get a letter from our school office. Have a lovely summer everyone. Mr B!

Y4/5 Futsal Award Evening

Well done to the year 4/5 Futsal team who have been nominated for the Primary Team of the Year Award! What a great year. Well done boys! #verysmart 

Y3/4 Athletics!!!

The year 3 and 4 athletes competed at Dorothy Hyman last week. They performed outstandingly well in all events with some impressive performances, both on the field and track. Well done to all who took part! 

PSJP take over Barnsley

What a season! The team have done it and won the league, scoring 56 goals and conceding only 5. The boys went into the game undefeated all year and started the game nervously conceding after just a few minutes. Finding their stride, working together, the boys pulled together and won the game comfortably 6-1 against Burton Road. For some children, this is their last game of primary school football and we wish them all the best for their future footballing careers. Well done boys! You have made history! #bestteamever 

Y5/6 Girls Cricket Finals @ Shawlane

Today, the girl performed incredibly well by coming runner up in the tournament. They played well as a team, encouraging one and other to get more and more runs. With the team being made up of year 5 children, I can't wait to see what they have to offer next year. Well done girls! 

Football League Update

League update: 10.05.16.

Next week, we host Laithes Lane Primary School at home on Thursday 19th May. Please come and join us. The kick off will be at 4.15pm at our home pitch.

4 in 4 for PSJP Football Team

The boys played incredibly well tonight winning 4-1 against Burton Road at home. It was a tough match with some great performances. Jacob Devaney leading by example from the back, giving him the joint man of the match with Arthur  Furniss who played a key role in the second half from midfield. Definitely a new position that will make the team stronger. Fingers crossed, the boys can continue this for the rest of the season. Very impressed with everyone!! Well done lads!!

PSJP congratulated by 12,000 at Oakwell Stadium

History has been written! Today Penistone St John's went head to head with Dodworth St John's at half time at Oakwell Stadium. The team played some fantastic football and stuck to the game plan under immense pressure. The Barnsley fans roared the team on and we managed to bring home the silverware with a 1-0 victory, courtesy of a goal from Josiah (the team captain) The team got to experience an opportunity every young footballer dreams to have in their lifetime; to play in front of thousands. This will be a day to remember. Well done to all of you. You were incredible.

And they're off to Oakwell!!!

Tomorrow, Bruce Dyers Love Life breakfast club will be competing in the finals at Oakwell Stadium having qualified in a tournament held earlier today. They go into the finals being undefeated and haven't conceded a goal. The team will be stepping onto the pitch tomorrow at half time when Barnsley face Colchester at home against Dodworth St Johns. Please try and come down to show your support. Good luck all!!

Y3/4 Orienteering @ Cannon Hall

A lovely afternoon at Cannon Hall where children showed their amazing team work and map reading skills in completing the course. Well done all!

Famous Futsal Team

The Y4/5 Futsal Team have taken social media by storm, generating a huge public spur for them to go on and win the national finals having qualified through the South Yorkshire Finals. The boys will compete and represent South Yorkshire, at Elland Road on the 11th June, against other elite team across the nation who will also be representing their county. Good luck, boys!!!

Fencing in Year 3

Wow! In year 3 this half term, we are learning how to take part in fencing. We have fantastic coaches coming in each Tuesday to help with our learning. We are having an amazing time!

Jamie Vardy Gets Behind PSJP

A huge thanks to Jamie Vardy for donating an England shirt and some memorabilia to add to our school trophy cabinet!

PSJP Sports Academy

A lovely session enjoyed by all this evening. As you can see, we had a fantastic turn out for the last session before Easter. If you would like to secure a place in the sports academy then make sure you return your letter before the first Thursday back after the Easter holidays. Have a lovely well earned break 'sports academiers'

Y5/6 Gymnastic teams leave Barnsley speechless!

Today, the Y5/6 girls and boys gymnastic teams competed at Barnsley gymnastics centre. We entered 3 teams in to the tournament, two of which entered the advanced league and 1 entering the amateur league. They all performed outstandingly well with 2 teams winning their league and qualifying for the South Yorkshire event and the other team finished in an impressive 3rd place. Take a look at what they won! Videos are to follow soon. Well done to all that took part!