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CCA Previews ‘26: Tennis  

Reading Time: 4 minutes

By Tennis EXCO ’25 

Adapted from CCA Previews ‘25 

Welcome to the world of tennis, where every match is a symphony of grace, strategy, and passion. Our team is more than just a collection of players; we are a family united by our love for a sport that demands both physical prowess and mental acuity.  

Tennis is often described as a “gentleman’s sport,” and for good reason. The game is played with an air of elegance, from the fluid motions of a forehand swing to the precision of a well-placed serve. Each point is a dance, a delicate interplay between opponents where every shot is a brushstroke on the canvas of the court. The satisfying thwack of the ball hitting the sweet spot of the racket and the swift ballet of footwork make tennis a joy to both play and watch. 

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CCA Previews ‘26: Table Tennis 

Reading Time: 4 minutes

By Table Tennis EXCO ’26 

Adapted from CCA Previews ‘25

Imagine this: the score is 2-2, 10-9. What’s next is the deciding point that could grant overall victory; the crucial point that could help retain RI’s crown. Crowds cheering, sweat dripping, heart racing, you draw one final deep breath. You keep your eyes wide open, staring intently at the hands of the opponent, as he tosses the ball up in the air.  Blink, and you’ll miss it — the ball, the point, and maybe even the match.  

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CCA Previews ‘26: Cricket 

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By Neil Chaturvedi (26S05B, Captain) and Kathir Sathish (26S06H, Vice-Captain)

There’s something special about cricket— the crisp sound of leather bouncing off the willow of the bat, the adrenaline of chasing down a ball across the field, and the satisfaction from a perfectly timed shot. But aside from the action, it’s the friendships, shared victories, losses and team lessons that make the sport truly memorable.

At Raffles, cricket is more than just a game, it’s tradition. As the school’s very first sports CCA, Raffles Cricket carries a proud legacy, one built on teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. Our members train not just to compete, but to display the values of sportsmanship and respect. 

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CCA Previews ’26: Softball 

Reading Time: 3 minutes

By Softball EXCO ‘25 and ‘26

What is softball? To some, it is the lesser-known cousin of baseball. To others, it is a sport with a misleading name—because trust us, the ball is anything but soft. To us, softball is so much more. It is a fast-paced, fiercely competitive game that delivers adrenaline, challenge, joy and a sense of belonging like no other. 

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CCA Previews ’26: Judo 

Reading Time: 4 minutes

By Raffles Judo EXCO ‘25 

Adapted from CCA Previews ‘25 

UPDATE AS OF 14 JANUARY 2026: Judo’s training times are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4.00pm-6.30pm

“Wait, you’re in Judo? Can you throw me?”  

We sure hope our popularity is as high as people’s hopes to be manhandled by us. Beyond our reputation for being a bunch of gym rats, Judo is much more than meets the eye. For starters, unlike other martial arts, in Judo we do not kick at all.  

What exactly do we do, then? That is for you to find out in this article. 

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