Following the championship victory, U20 Boys Volleyball captain Pedro Mba Oyana has been reflecting on his sporting journey and what this achievement means to him and his teammates.

Pedro first took up volleyball in Year 8, and the championship win represents a particularly special milestone as he prepares to graduate from ICHK. For Pedro and his fellow graduating players, the victory is the culmination of years of commitment, hard work and perseverance, having developed as players and teammates throughout their time at school.

The achievement is also the latest chapter in the remarkable story of ICHK Volleyball, with teams winning championship banners across different age groups in recent years. The latest winners' banner will take pride of place on display at school.

We are delighted to share Pedro's reflections on the experience.

He said: “Winning the finals in my last year will be a moment I will always look back upon and cherish. Going undefeated this season, as captain, these victories are about more than just winning medals and banners for me; they represent all the dedication, hard work, perseverance, and preparation we went through as a team.

“Being captain has taught me valuable lessons about leadership, teamwork, and responsibility. In a team, success isn’t autonomous - it is about a group of people supporting each other and working together toward a common goal. Every player contributed, supported one another, and gave their all for the team.

“I started playing volleyball in Year 8. Now graduating, I am proud not only of this championship, but also of the friendships and memories built through this sport. This team has shown me the true importance of perseverance, trust, and commitment.

“I want to extend a special thanks to our team manager, Ms Scarlette Leung. She took all of us under her wing and laid the groundwork for our volleyball journey. She helped build everything, and we wouldn’t be the team we are today without her. I would also like to thank all the coaches we have had along the way, especially our current head coach, Coach Chuck.

“I am grateful to my teammates, our coach, and all our supporters who made this journey unforgettable. As I move one step closer to graduation, I will carry the memories of playing with this team wherever life takes me.”

Pedro's reflections capture what makes sport at ICHK so valuable: the friendships, shared experiences and personal growth that come from being part of a team. While the championship banner is a wonderful reward, the journey that brought the players to this moment is perhaps an even greater achievement.

Congratulations to Pedro and the entire U20 team. We are incredibly proud of what you have accomplished and the contribution you have made to the continuing success of ICHK Volleyball.