By Tan Yan Qi (26S06M)
Ever wondered what a training session at Raffles Taekwondo looks like? Behind the perfectly rehearsed Taekwondo patterns, known as poomsaes, and satisfying high kicks lies months and months of hard work and discipline. Watch on to find out more about RITKD’s rigorous training routines — and the little joys that they find beyond the patterns.
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By Lerraine Neo (26A01A)
For many students, the RI pool is a forbidden area, only seen through the fences that separates it from Y14 Chill. But for two CCAs, it’s more like a second home. As the 2026 National School Games draw near, find out what Water Polo and Swimming have been doing in their practices!
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By Irene Eva Thomas (26A01B)
Wondering what Softball has been up to as they gear up for their NSGs? Curious about how you can show your support and cheer your friends on during their games? Well, look no further!
Catch an inside look at their journey, training sessions, team spirit, and the motivation that drives them forward. Stay tuned for the rest of their games, and don’t forget to come down and support them as they fly our flag high! 🥎🔥
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By Gladys Koh (26A01B)
Alysa smiles as she glides across the ice, and already, something feels different.
From the first note, her performance brims with joy. Skating to the vibrant, disco beat of Donna Summer’s “MacArthur Park Suite”, Alysa casts her hands in the air, surrendering to the music’s rhythm and flow. Every trail of her arm, every spin, every leap carries her above the world’s greatest stage. Alysa quickly becomes emotion unbound. And as the music builds into a sprightly, anthemic crescendo, she hurls herself into a triple loop.
It is clean.
The crowd erupts.
Alysa grins.
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By Ariann Khoo (26S06B) and Kunchur Bharat (26A01B)
All photographs courtesy of RPAC (Y1-4) unless otherwise stated.
A Feat
“R-A-F-F-L-E-S, Raffles!”
The steady beats of the drums reverberated through the field, spirits high with competitiveness and confidence. Fervent cheers erupted from both sides, the atmosphere buzzing with energy and nerves. First started in 1968, the Kiwi Cup, played between the ruggers of Raffles and Saint Andrews, is an annual match that commemorates years of sportsmanship and camaraderie.
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