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“What If”
6 February, 2021
“What if” is a frequent quote heard after athletic careers or events if they do not go completely to plan, and although the late and much revered Horsham distance runner … read more
Dave Stevens
3 February, 2021
It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Dave Stevens from Steyning last week at the age of 84. Dave, who worked for the Stock Exchange moved … read more
Coach Spotlight – Paul McKeown
1 February, 2021
Paul McKeown’s first taste of coaching athletics in Sussex came when he was just 15 years old. In the over two decades since, he has a string of professional … read more
Sussex Centurion
27 January, 2021
Whatever happens in the future there is no doubt that Worthing & District Harrier, Debbie Woolgar, will hold a unique record amongst Sussex athletes as the county’s first medal … read more
Graham Ingram death
25 January, 2021
Sussex AA is deeply saddened to learn of the death of county official and Brighton and Hove stalwart, Graham Ingram, 73, after a short illness. Graham was a much liked … read more
Coach Spotlight – Rick Pilling
23 January, 2021
It’s fair to say that Rick Pilling has taken pole vault in Sussex to new heights. He has spent the 15 years since he started coaching developing both his … read more
Tony Elder
21 January, 2021
It is with great regret that we have to report the death of former Sussex Schools Chair and team manager, and coach Tony Elder at the age of 86. London … read more
The Bristow Boys
16 January, 2021
Over the years there have been many twins in Sussex athletics, but apart from the wild Irish Shanahan boy throwers from Worthing in the post-war period, few have spent much … read more
Coach Spotlight – Lester Medcalf
13 January, 2021
Every now and again in the world of athletics you come across people who have competed in the sport as youngsters, have gone on to coach and on top … read more
Coach Spotlight – Bob Willows
6 January, 2021
Bob Willows has a coaching file to be in awe of. His accolades include an athlete who holds two British Age Records, two English Schools’ winners, two Schools’ International … read more