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TAFi awards 2025

Inspirational people recognised at inaugural TAFi awards

England Athletics were honoured to sponsor the inaugural Track and Field Inclusion (TAFi) Awards held in London last week. Celebrating 'the most inclusive sport in the world,' ten inspirational people from grassroots to elite level were recognised - seven by public vote.

England Athletics CEO Chris Jones appointed to Board of Sport and Recreation Alliance

England Athletics CEO Chris Jones was last week appointed to the Board of Sport and Recreation Alliance at its 2025 Annual General Meeting at St James' Palace.
Shropshire Shufflers, West Midlands Club of the Year 2025

How to make the most of your club affiliation with England Athletics

England Athletics recently announced its affiliation fees for 2026, and we want to make sure athletes and clubs know how to get the most out of your affiliation with us. Here are some of the ways how you can do so.
RunTogether group

Clubspark booking platform hints and tips

Thank you to our RunTogether community for sharing your feedback on the recent update to the Clubspark booking platform. We’re working with Clubspark to make improvements based on your suggestions, and you’ll continue to notice updates rolling out over the coming weeks.
David Feeney coaching YTP

Coach Education and Development updates 

Across the country, more people than ever are stepping up to lead, inspire and develop athletes. Over the past six months, demand for our coaching qualifications has surged, and we’ve responded with a packed programme of courses and development opportunities. From entry-level roles to advanced pathways, we’re building a system that makes it easier for clubs to grow coaching capacity and for coaches to keep learning.

Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers receive the King's Award for Voluntary Service

Thirsk and Sowerby Harriers, an England Athletics affiliated club, have been awarded the King's Award for Voluntary Service.
Alfie Shallcross, GYDAC

Alfie’s athletics journey: How funetics and para sport are opening doors for young athletes

Athletics has always been more than just a sport, it’s a gateway to confidence, community, and possibility. For young athletes across the country, inclusive competition and programmes like funetics are breaking down barriers and helping to shape a future where every athlete is celebrated and included. We recently spoke to 11-year-old Alfie Shallcross from Great Yarmouth and District Athletics Club, along with his family and club, about his journey and experiences in the sport.
Carol Wright starter at Cambridge

Making athletics a positive experience: Inspiring Official winner Carol Wright

Carol Wright is a technical official based in Cambridgeshire - she's qualified in track, field and photofinish but her real passion is as a Starter. She recently won the East Region Inspiring Official Volunteer Award and we caught up with her at the celebration evening.
Ambulant long jump podium at 2024 indoor champs

England Athletics 2026 indoor championship entry standards published

Year on year we are seeing popularity in the England Athletics grow, which is fantastic, but it has meant that in 2024 and 2025 the 8-hour competition day was exceeded. As part of the licensing stipulations track and field competitions must be carried out within an 8 hour day, and so to ensure all our Indoor Championships adhere to this we have had to amend our Entry Policy, implementing capped numbers for the Indoors. This was already in place for Combined Events Championships. This new policy  has been implemented to ensure the best possible competitive environment for athletes.
Victor Oyesola and Camilla Stewart

Podcast #80: Award-winning coaches discuss their journeys in athletics

The latest England Athletics Podcast features two winners of the Coach of the Year Award as part of our Regional Volunteer Awards 2025. Wenlock Olympians coach Camilla Stewart was victorious in the West Midlands, while Victor Oyesola of West Cheshire AC won in the North West region. In conversation with host Alex Seftel, the pair discuss their journeys in the sport so far and what motivates them.