腰旗飞扬处 少年当“橄”拼
Flags Flying High, Youths Daring to Compete
12月14日，世外小学国际部腰旗橄榄球校队与浦东明珠小学队进行了一场腰旗橄榄球交流赛。绿茵场上，少年们以蓬勃热血诠释着纯粹的体育热爱与竞技初心。
On December 14, the Flag Football Team of the International Division of Shanghai World Foreign Language Primary School (WFLPS) took part in a friendly exchange match against Pudong Mingzhu Primary School. On the green field, young athletes brought passion, courage, and sportsmanship to life, demonstrating their love for the game and the true spirit of competition.
赛前磨砺：新队初成 剑指赛场
Pre-Match Preparation: A New Team Steps onto the Field
相较于浦东明珠小学队在阳光大联赛中屡获前三名的辉煌战绩，世外小学国际部腰旗橄榄球队无疑是赛场上的“新生力量”直至上周才迎来首次校外标准场地的适应性训练。尽管备战时间紧张、条件有限，教练组仍根据不同年龄段特点制定了精准战术：U6、U8以跑球为核心，强化突破能力；U10则尝试传跑结合，侧重短传配合的默契打磨。队员们珍惜每一次训练机会，从基础动作到战术执行，都以最认真的态度投入，为这场友谊赛积蓄着力量。
While Pudong Mingzhu Primary School brought years of competition experience and top-three finishes in the Sunshine League, the WFLPS International Division Flag Football Team stepped onto the field as a newly formed squad. The team had completed its first training session only a week before the match.
Despite the tight preparation timeline and limited training conditions, the coaching team carefully designed age-appropriate strategies. The U6 and U8 teams focused primarily on running plays, strengthening individual breakthroughs and speed, while the U10 team began experimenting with a combination of passing and running, emphasizing short-pass coordination and teamwork.
The players valued every training opportunity. From mastering basic movements to executing tactical plays, they trained with focus and determination, steadily building confidence for their first major friendly match.
赛中激战：热血拼搏 亮点纷呈
Match Highlights: Passion, Perseverance, and Growth
阳光照耀下的赛场，激战一触即发。U6组别率先登场，小将们将跑球战术发挥得淋漓尽致。进攻组主力Logan与Bradon如同灵动的猎豹，配合默契地突破防线，多次带球直冲得分区，成为赛场上的“得分双雄”；防守端的Sean则展现出超强的预判能力，拔旗精准、区域防守调整迅速，一次次成功拦截对方进攻，为队伍筑牢防线，最终助力U6组拿下胜利。
Under the bright sunshine, the competition began with high energy. The U6 team took the field first, executing their running-based tactics with enthusiasm and confidence. Offensive leaders Logan and Brandon, agile lik cheetahs, worked seamlessly to break through the defense and sprint into the end zone multiple times, earning recognition as the team’s “scoring duo.”
On defense, Sean stood out with his excellent anticipation and awareness. Through accurate flag pulls and quick adjustments in zone defense, he repeatedly shut down the opponent’s advances, playing a key role in securing a victory for the U6 team.
U8组别的比赛更添一份坚韧与感动。跑锋Freya带球冲锋时与对方防守球员激烈碰撞，倒地后疼痛难忍，被扶到场边休息。就在大家以为她将提前离场时，仅休息两档的Freya便坚定地向教练请缨：“我能上场！”重新回归赛场的她依旧拼劲十足。
The U8 match brought moments of resilience and inspiration. During a powerful run, Freya collided with an opposing defender and fell to the ground in visible pain. Assisted to the sidelines, she rested briefly. Just two plays later, she looked at the coach and said firmly, “I can play.” Returning to the field, she continued to give her all, embodying determination and courage.
Laura、Justin与Julian组成的防守阵线同样给力，严格执行战术指令，精准卡位、果断拔旗，用严密防守多次化解危机，虽憾负对手却赢得满堂喝彩。
The defensive trio of Laura, Justin, and Julian also delivered a strong performance. By strictly following tactical instructions, maintaining effective positioning, and making decisive flag pulls, they repeatedly neutralized offensive threats. Although the team narrowly missed a win, their performance earned warm applause from the audience.
U10组的队员们则在传跑结合中展现成长。金海娜的成长肉眼可见！无论是区域防守的整体把控，还是关键的拔旗环节，都比平时训练表现得更为出色，用实力证明了自身的突破与蜕变；进攻组主力Ethan凭借精准短传和灵活跑位串联起全队进攻，多次组织有效攻势，让人们看到了这支年轻队伍的无限潜力。
The U10 team demonstrated clear growth through their use of combined passing and running plays. Jin Haina’s progress was especially noticeable — from her improved control of zone defense to her confident flag pulls at key moments, she exceeded her usual training performance and showcased fantastic progress.
On offense, Ethan played a central role, linking the team together with accurate short passes and intelligent movement. By organizing multiple effective attacks, he highlighted the promising potential of this young and developing squad.
赛后回响：同心聚力 未来可期
Looking Ahead: Uniting as One for a Promising Future
据悉，世外小学已在校内常态化开展装备橄榄球与腰旗橄榄球特色体育课程，此次校队组建正是学校推广这项运动的重要举措，旨在以赛促学，激发更多学生对橄榄球运动的热爱。
WFLPSID has been steadily integrating both tackle football and flag football into its regular PE curriculum, and the formation of the school team represents an important step in promoting the sport on campus. Through competition-based learning, the school aims to ignite students’ interest and passion for football.
对于一支组建仅2个月、训练条件有限的队伍而言，能与老牌劲旅抗衡并展现出如此顽强的斗志，已然是一份亮眼的答卷。这份成绩的背后，是学校领导的鼎力支持，为队伍提供坚实保障；是教练与老师的悉心指导，打磨战术、锤炼技巧；更是家长们的默默守护，成为队员们最坚实的后盾。相信在各方同心聚力下，这支年轻的橄榄球队必将在未来的赛场上，绽放出更耀眼的光芒。
For a team established only two months ago and training under limited conditions, standing confidently against an experienced opponent and displaying such resilience and teamwork is already a remarkable achievement. Behind this success is the strong support of school leadership, the dedicated guidance of coaches and teachers, and the unwavering encouragement of parents who serve as the team’s strongest foundation.
With continued collaboration and shared commitment, this young flag football team is poised to soar even higher and shine even brighter on future fields.
