England Athletics News

News headlines August 2011

31.Aug.11 Introduction to Disability Athletics takes off in Lancashire

As part of the Local Coach Development Programme (LCDP) in Lancashire an “Introduction to Disability Athletics” took place at Preston Sports Arena. The practical workshop was led by Shelley Holroyd - England Athletics Disability Athletics Support Officer for the North.
30.Aug.11 Mel Batty

England Athletics is greatly saddened to hear of the death of Mel Batty. Mel made a huge contribution to the sport as both an athlete and a coach, and his personality gained him many friends across the sport.
30.Aug.11 Hampshire Wheelchair Racing Group Launched

England Athletics and the Hampshire McCain Athletics Network held a successful Launch of the Hampshire Wheelchair Racing Group at Winchester Sports Stadium on Sunday 21st August.
30.Aug.11 International Festival of Athletics Coaching

The International Festival of Athletics Coaching takes place in Glasgow from 28th-30th October 2011.
29.Aug.11 Pole Vault Development Evening

Hereford & Worcester Athletics Network, in partnership with the England Athletics Local Coach Development Programme, are hosting a Pole Vault Development Evening with Tim Snowdon.
25.Aug.11 NW Local Coach Development Programme Winter activity launched

England Athletics North West region has worked very closely with LCDP coaches and Athletics Networks and have organised a local coaching programme around the needs raised by these partners.