Controlled school wins local Bar Mock Trial

They faced competition from Shimna Integrated College, Dalriada School and St Patrick’s Grammar, Armagh, and following three rounds, they found themselves in the final against Glenlola Collegiate, Bangor.

The final, which was adjudicated by three serving judges, proved to be a close competition with both sides being very evenly matched.  Banbridge Academy were ultimately crowned Northern Ireland winners on the day, the students excelled themselves and were a credit to the school. 

They now progress to the UK National Final to be held in Edinburgh in March 2019.   

During the six years the Academy has competed in the Bar Mock Trial, the Academy has won twice and been runners-up twice. 

Miss McClelland, Head of Politics, expressed her thanks on behalf of the School, to two former pupils who are now Barristers – Severina Kelley and Vikki Singer.  The team undoubtedly benefited from their knowledge, experience and dedication as they prepared for the competition.

Banbridge Academy team

Barristers:          Maria Lyons, Hannah MacLaren, Gemma Thompson, Lucy Hughes

Witnesses:         Kate Allenby, Ruth Campbell, Hannah Hubert, Ida Boardman, Laura Adams, Beth Snelling, Lauren Graham, Erin Ferguson,

Court Clerk:       Jonathan Warren

Court Usher:      Rory McNiff

Jury:                   Andreas Eliopoulos, Beth McCann, Zara McCracken, Pearl Sibanda, Carly Wilson

Court Reporter: Emma McElderry

Court Artist:       Jodie Morrow

15 January 2019