Powerful Words from a Powerful Speaker

Friday 20 March 2026

Huge congratulations to Evelyn Cooney from our Sixth Form for her outstanding performance at the Catenian Public Speaking Contest.

Evelyn showed exceptional skill, confidence, and passion in her speech, impressing judges and audience alike. We are incredibly proud of her achievement and look forward to seeing her continue to excel.

The Catenians Contestants In speaking order:

1 EVELYN COONEY
Archbishop Beck Catholic College
“Do Women Have A Place In Sport?”

2 LAYLA GALLAGHER
Carmel College
“Beyond The Credits. Why Books Endure”

3 RUBY-JANE SMITH
Ellesmere Port Catholic High School
“The Boots Theory”

4 ANNA HIGGINS
The Catholic High School
“Why So Few People Read Now”

5 DOMINIC McCABE
St Edward’s College
“How Will Artificial Intelligence Impact Justice?”

6 HARRISON JONES
St Anselm’s College
“Conformity And Its Dangers”