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André Onyekwe at England indoor championships 2026

From play to purpose: how Athletics 365 shapes athletes and inspires coaches

UK Coaching Week's theme for 2026 is 'purposeful play' and today we recognise the role of Athletics 365 and funetics to introduce athletics to youngsters in a fun way. Both programmes include games and activities to build and develop skills that form the basis of running, jumping and throwing. One such athlete is André Onyekwe, now 18 years old and part of our Youth Talent Programme. He has not only developed into a promising high and long jumper, but it's inspired his dad David to start his coaching journey with the club as well.
Clara McKee at finish of mountain running World Youth Cup 2026

Medals for England at U18 mountain running World Youth Cup

The level of competition at this year’s U18 WMRA World Youth Cup in Gagliano del Capo, Italy was incredibly high. The atmosphere created by the local organising committee and the people of Gagliano del Capo was outstanding, a certainly contributed to the fantastic results for the team. Clara McKee (Calder Valley Fell Runners, self-coached) claimed the individual title at the 19th running of the event with the England Athletics women's team taking a well-earned bronze.
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Race weekend starts here

SportsHotels.com and England Athletics are searching for runners to join our new Brand Ambassador Programme.
Runners with a sunset in the background

Running sessions in hot weather – guidance for athletes and clubs

Regardless of a person’s activity level, high temperatures can have an impact on health – and for those taking part in sport. this can be a issue. Please read our recommendations to minimise the risk to all involved. 

Are you looking for more officials to help at your event?

If, as an event or competition provider, you are struggling to source enough officials for your event, we've got some useful contacts who may be able to help you identify officials.
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How to choose the right running shoes 

Finding the perfect running shoes is essential for comfort, performance, and injury prevention. In this guide on how to choose running shoes, we’ll help you find the best running trainers for your needs.
Junior athletes with shotputs

Local clubs benefit from coaching bursaries linked to Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships

Continuing our ongoing investment in volunteers across the sport, England Athletics have provided three Birmingham clubs with bursaries for coaching courses ahead of this summer’s European Athletics Championships

Recommendations for running events in hot weather

Regardless of a person’s activity level, high temperatures can have an impact on health – and for those taking part in sport (particularly endurance sport) this can be a issue. Please read our recommendations to minimise the risk to all participants, spectators, event staff and volunteers on site.
Ed Shillabeer and James McDonald

Birthday Honours recognise octogenarian athlete and coach to junior athletes

The 2026 King's Birthday Honours recognised two amazing people at opposite ends of the athletics and running spectrum. James McDonald and Edmund Shillabeer were each recognised with a Medal of the Order of the British Empire (a BEM). James is a long-standing, very successful and well-loved coach at Herne Hill Harriers where he is responsible for the junior endurance athletes. Whereas 86-year-old Edmund has race walked over 25 marathons and raised huge amounts of money.
Chris Jones at County Championship

Guiding the next generation: Chris Jones on family, sport and support this Father's Day

Ahead of Father’s Day this Sunday, we caught up with Chris to learn about some of the influential figures from his life, and also the role that parents and guardians play in supporting young athletes in athletics and running.