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News headlines August 2011

26.Aug.11 West Midlands to Be Strongly Represented in Daegu

The West Midlands will be well represented at the thirteenth IAAF World Championships, which will take place in the South Korean city of Daegu between 27 August and 4 September, writes Tom McCook.
19.Aug.11 Birchfield Harriers crowned UK Premier League Champions

After having to endure the frustration of finishing runners up for the last couple of years, Birchfield Harriers finally realised their long held aspiration when they were crowned the UK Women’s Premier League champions with a comprehensive victory in the final fixture.
10.Aug.11 Adam Cotton records historic European Junior victory

Adam Cotton produced a stunning performance to record Britain’s first European Junior 1500 metres title in more than three decades in the Estonian capital city of Tallinn.
07.Aug.11 Nominate those behind your success - deadline next week

Athletics benefits from the tremendous efforts and expertise of a dedicated team of volunteers. And we at England Athletics want to ensure that we, and the sport as a whole gives them the recognition they deserve! So whether it is your coach, your club, an official or another volunteer make sure that you nominate them for one of our awards!