January 30, 2026 - Athletics, Arts and Activities Blog
Rebekka Jensen (Ms. Bekka)
This week's highlights:
- 📅 Upcoming Events: YAC Basketball
- 🏀 Appeton U14 Basketball Tournament Opportunities
- 🧘 New at ISY: Pilates for Heart Health with Hugues Tierney
- 🎥 Live Updates: SEASAC Basketball and Touch Rugby Coverage
- ⚽ Recent Match Highlights: Middle School Football & Basketball Recap
- 🏫 Facilities Schedule: Weekend and Weekday Usage Times
Upcoming events for next week
We are excited to announce an opportunity for our Middle School students to compete in the Appeton U14 Friendly Basketball Tournament!
This is a great chance to form a team with your friends and represent our school in a fun, competitive environment at the Star City Sports Complex.
Tournament Details:
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Dates: Saturday, March 28th – Sunday, March 29th, 2026
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Location: Star City Sports Complex (Shuttle bus service is available)
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Categories: U14 Boys Teams and U14 Girls Teams
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Cost: FREE to participate
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Prizes: Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
How to Join: We are looking for students to take the initiative! If you are interested, please organize a team and speak with Ms. Bekka to register your squad.
Let’s get a team together and get on the court!
In recognition of Heart Health Month and the vital role that regular movement plays in cardiovascular wellness, we are excited to announce a new opportunity for our community: Pilates classes at ISY!
These sessions will be led by Hugues Tierney, a physiotherapist and osteopath with a strong clinical background.
Hugues’s expertise makes him especially well-suited to guide participants safely through movements. Whether you are looking to improve your fitness or need support with back, neck, joint, or postural concerns, he can offer appropriate modifications to ensure a safe and effective workout for everyone.
Interested in joining us? We are currently gathering interest to finalize the schedule. Please let us know if you would like to participate by filling out this form.
For live updates, schedules, and game results, follow the tournament websites here:
(Please note there is not live stream for tennis, but results can be found on the tournament website: SEASAC Tennis Website.)
We are incredibly proud of our Middle School Football teams following their performance at the YAC Tournament this week.
From the first kickoff to the final whistle, our student-athletes represented ISY with determination and excellent sportsmanship. Every player gave it their all and truly played their best, showing just how much they have grown as a team throughout the season. A huge congratulations to all our athletes for a fantastic tournament, and a special thank you to the coaches and parents who cheered them on every step of the way.
Go Chinthes!
Recent Match Highlights
| MIDDLE SCHOOL YAC FOOTBALL TOURNAMENTS |
| ⚽ MS Girls Result: 2nd Place (ISY 5-0 YIS / ISY 2-3 Network / ISY 0-1 ILBC / ISY 2-0 ISM) |
The Middle School Girls' Football team delivered a performance defined by heart and hustle at the recent YAC Tournament, securing a hard-fought second-place finish. Competing with only eight players and no substitutes, the Chinthes showcased incredible stamina and tactical growth throughout the day.
The tournament opened with a dominant 5-0 victory over YIS, setting a confident tone. While the team faced a narrow 3-2 loss to Network and a 1-0 defeat against the eventual champions, ILBC, they remained resilient. In a must-win final match against ISM, the girls executed a disciplined defensive plan to neutralize long-range threats, securing a 2-0 win and a top-three spot.
Individual brilliance anchored the team's success. Angel led the attack with five goals, while Anna controlled the midfield with three goals and several key assists. Defensively, Fiona and Thit were a "wall," winning the majority of counter-attack balls, and Maya’s two clean sheets in goal provided a steady foundation for the squad. Luisa became the engine of the team, linking defense and attack, and delivered her best performance in the final game. Naya showed great versatility, always ready to play wherever needed and stepping in whenever a teammate was injured or tired, effectively supporting the team as an outfield player.
Go Chinthes!
| ⚽ MS Boys Result: Tournament Finalists (Final Day Undefeated) |
The Middle School Boys’ Football team demonstrated incredible character and grit during this week's five-team YAC Tournament. While the opening day proved to be a test of resolve following two narrow defeats due to slow starts, the scoreboard did not reflect the high morale and competitive spirit the Chinthes maintained throughout the competition.
Day two saw a complete tactical and mental turnaround for ISY. Facing the tournament favorites in their third match, the boys displayed magnificent spirit and dominant play to secure a well-deserved victory. They carried that momentum into the final game against another top-seeded side, battling to a hard-fought draw. Finishing the final day undefeated was a testament to the team’s refusal to give up.
Consistency was key to this comeback, led by Bram and Thurain, who were both outstanding while playing every single minute of every game. Their endurance and leadership anchored the squad, proving that this team has the heart to compete with the best. Go Chinthes!
Facility Usage Schedule
