In 2015 the school has hit a record number of players for this yearly festival of football, with 1,600 competitors, 142 teams, 38 schools, from 12 countries.
“It's remarkable how this tournament has continued to grow year on year, and we are very proud that the 2015 Sevens will be the biggest we've ever held,” said BISP Headmaster Neil Richards.
“I can guarantee that everyone involved in the tournament will take away memories that will last a lifetime,” the Headmaster continued.
“Of course, all athletes compete to win, and I am sure many of the competitors at the BISP Soccer Sevens will try their utmost to do so, but for most of us throughout our sporting careers we have also had to learn how to lose.
“This is by far the most valuable lesson, because it is how we are able to react to failure that will largely determine future success, not only in sport but also throughout our lives,” he added.
Tournament Director Jeff LaMantia has been involved with the BISP Soccer Sevens since the very first tournament back in 2001.
“This year I'm looking forward to hosting the largest ever Soccer Sevens at the school, watching talented football, and seeing kids playing with sportsmanship.
“Compared to 14 years ago, the tournament is more international in scope now, and the talent on show also means it's much more competitive – there are some very big schools taking part, and if you win you definitely have a good team on your hands.
“I'd really like to thank the entire BISP community – staff, parents, students and volunteers – for all their hard work in putting this event together and their amazing help. An event like this can't happen without the support of the whole community. Good luck to everyone,” said Mr LaMantia.
For more information about the BISP Soccer Sevens, visit www.bisp7s.com or facebook.com/bisp7s
Participating Schools
Thailand
British International School, Phuket
Bangkok Patana School
Harrow International School, Bangkok
HeadStart International School, Phuket
Prem Tinsulanonda International School
Regents International School Pattaya
Shrewsbury International School
St Andrews International School Bangkok
Traill International School
Youth Football Home
Malaysia
Alice Smith School
Epsom College in Malaysia
International School at ParkCity
International School of Kuala Lumpur
International School of Penang (Uplands)
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar
Marlborough College Malaysia
Taylor's International School Kuala Lumpur
Singapore
Dulwich College Singapore
German European School Singapore
Nexus International School Singapore
Tanglin Trust School
United World College of South East Asia
China
British School of Beijing
Dulwich College Beijing
Dulwich College Shanghai
South Korea
Chadwick International
Dulwich College Seoul
North London Collegiate School Jeju
Philippines
British School Manila
Westfields International School
Hong Kong
Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong
India
Stonehill International School
Taiwan
Taipei European School
Vietnam
British International School Vietnam
Indonesia
British School Jakarta
Pakistan
SICAS Boys Lahore