Kukri Sports announces exciting cohort of England Athletics ambassadors

Our long-standing partner, Kukri Sports, have announced four new England Athletics ambassadors.

Spanning all levels from the Youth Talent Programme to Masters, the selection marks an exciting new chapter in our continued commitment to supporting talent across the sport.

We are also delighted to announce that Harriet Court, a talented U20 javelin thrower who represented Team GB for the first time last year, will also continue in her role as an ambassador.

Meet the Ambassadors:

Talent Pathway Ambassador: Abraham Sharif – Blackheath & Bromley Harriers AC

Event: Long jump

From breaking school records to competing at his first British Championships in 2024, talented athlete Abraham is chasing big dreams while inspiring the next generation. Abraham is currently part of England Athletics’ Talent Development Programme, with Head of Talent Pathway Alan Richardson sharing that the Blackheath & Bromley Harriers AC athlete is a strong ambassador for England Athletics’ pathway, constantly engaging and arriving prepared.

Clubs Ambassador: Ava Leadbetter – Copeland AC

Event: 3000m

A former competitive dancer turned standout middle-distance runner, Ava recently delivered one of her university’s strongest BUCS cross country  performances. She continues to build towards international representation while keeping joy at the heart of her training. Providing authentic, grassroots-level representation of the sport, Ava is a member of England Athletics affiliated club Copeland AC in Cumbria.

Masters Ambassador: Nia Rutter – Blackpool Wyre & Fylde AC

Events: 100m hurdles, triple jump and high jump

With over three decades in athletics and a World Masters gold to her name, former Gladiators quarter-finalist Nia continues to prove that passion for sport has no age limit. A member of England Athletics affiliated club Blackpool Wyre & Fylde AC, Nia is a talented multi-eventer. Chris Hollinshead (Masters Road Running Coordinator at England Athletics) noted that Nia reflects our values; committed, consistent and has a genuine love of the sport.

Youth Talent Pathway Ambassador: Ryen Rennie – Blackheath & Bromley Harriers AC

Events: 400m, 300m & 200m

Last year, Blackheath & Bromley AC athlete Ryen achieved multiple personal bests in the 100m, 200m and 400m, along with five wins, cementing his rise in sprinting. Ryen has also been part of England Athletics’ Youth Talent Pathway - you can click here to learn more about his ambition for elite-level sprinting and the mindset fuelling his rise.

Harriet Court: Thames Valley Harriers

Event: Javelin

Having broken the ESAA record and represented Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the U20 European Championships, Thames Valley Harriers thrower Harriet continues to build on a breakthrough season while gaining valuable international experience. Harriet has also been part of England Athletics Youth Talent Programme, gaining valuable insights from the pathway.

Chris Marshall, Group COO at Kukri Sports, said:

“We’re thrilled to support these athletes not just with access to high-performance kit, but with the resources and opportunities to help them reach their full potential.

“At the same time, their stories shine a light on the grassroots athletics community, inspiring the next generation and highlighting our ongoing commitment to England Athletics as a valued partner.”

David Bull, Head of Commercial Partnerships at England Athletics said:

“We’re delighted to continue working with Kukri Sports to support these talented athletes.

“Their ambassador programme not only helps athletes perform at their best, but also showcases the inspiring stories and pathways within athletics – which is a reflection of our shared commitment to growing the sport further.”

Kukri Sports is proud to be partnered with England Athletics as their official teamwear partner and remains committed to providing athletes with apparel they need to perform at their best.