The squad was based in Valkenburg in the Netherlands, reaching the hotel by Eurostar via Brussels, followed by a coach to the resort.

The girls trained each morning and played matches in the evening where they lost one, 0-1 and won two, 1-0 and 4-1. The coaches' award for training ethic went to Dora, and true Oratory Dog in the final match to Amelia and Erin.

Down time and excursions saw the girls in the pool, walking around the quaint town with shops and cafés, enjoying the thrill of tobogganing down the hills, and a visit to the pancake house. A tour around the famous Oranje-Rood and a coaching session from one of their senior coaches was another highlight.

The final day was spent in beautiful Brussels with a sit-down meal and exchanging of gifts to finish off the tour before catching the Eurostar home.

A big thank you to Mr Austin and Mr Watson for all their help and great company!

Mrs Watson, Head of Oratory Hockey