A large number of Bolton School Boys’ Division pupils have been selected for regional and national football and rugby squads in yet more sporting success for the school.

Five Year 8 boys have been selected for the ISFA North West Under-13 side. Noah, Benji, Matthew, Stefan and Rhys will represent the region at the national ISFA tournament at Easter.

Brothers Oscar (Year 10) and Oliver (Year 12) have also recently represented the ISFA National sides, while Year 9 pupils Daniel and Harry have also been selected for upcoming U14 ISFA National camps.

Kieran (Year 11) will attend St George’s Park, the National Football Centre, at the end of December.

Meanwhile, seven Year 10 pupils have been selected for the Sale Sharks U15 Player Development Group (PDG), formerly known as the Sale Sharks Development Player Programme (DPP). Chris, Oliver, David, Frank and Daniel will train with the Manchester Development Group, where Bolton School rugby coach, Tim Barlow, will be coaching. Max and George will train with the Merseyside and Lancashire groups.

Mark Chilton, head of sport in the Boys’ Division, said: “It’s great to see so many boys recognised for their sporting commitment and talents in both football and rugby. Well done to all and good luck.”