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Athletics: Unsung Hero: Elliot Prince, Cheltenham Harriers
Roger Jackson Fri, 22nd Dec 2017 at 09:00 Unsung Hero
Elliot Prince runs for fun, he absolutely loves it.
But in a sport that can be quite individual, he is very much a team player.
The 32-year-old runs for...Elliot Prince runs for fun, he absolutely loves it.
But in a sport that can be quite individual, he is very much a team player.
The 32-year-old runs for Cheltenham Harriers, coaches youngsters and also puts in a lot of hours on the admin side, making sure that events run by the club go...Elliot Prince runs for fun, he absolutely loves it.
But in a sport that can be quite individual, he is very much a team player.
The 32-year-old runs for Cheltenham Harriers, coaches youngsters and also puts in a lot of hours on the admin side, making sure that events run by the club go smoothly.
Prince is a teacher at Upton...[read more]Football: Unsung Hero: Kenny Smith, Eastcombe Football Club
Roger Jackson Thu, 21st Dec 2017 at 09:00 Unsung Hero
“We’re just a club run by a group of mates.” Those are the words of the man they call ‘Mr Eastcombe’ – better known as Kenny Smith – who was talking to The Local Answer about his beloved Eastcombe Football...“We’re just a club run by a group of mates.” Those are the words of the man they call ‘Mr Eastcombe’ – better known as Kenny Smith – who was talking to The Local Answer about his beloved Eastcombe Football...“We’re just a club run by a group of mates.” Those are the words of the man they call ‘Mr Eastcombe’ – better known as Kenny Smith – who was talking to The Local Answer about his beloved Eastcombe Football...
[read more]Rugby Union: Unsung Hero: Neil Galling, Old Richians Rugby Club
Roger Jackson Wed, 20th Dec 2017 at 09:00 Unsung Hero
When Neil Galling’s son Connor first started playing rugby seven or eight years ago, he never imagined the journey it would take them on. Connor is still very much part of the junior set-up at Old Richians – he’s captain of the...When Neil Galling’s son Connor first started playing rugby seven or eight years ago, he never imagined the journey it would take them on. Connor is still very much part of the junior set-up at Old Richians – he’s captain of the...When Neil Galling’s son Connor first started playing rugby seven or eight years ago, he never imagined the journey it would take them on. Connor is still very much part of the junior set-up at Old Richians – he’s captain of the...
[read more]Football: Unsung Hero: Tom Mcloughlin, Horsley United Football Club
Roger Jackson Fri, 24th Nov 2017 at 09:00 Unsung Hero
In cricketing terms Horsley United Football Club have reached their century and have power to add. The club were formed a year before the outbreak of World War One and these days boast two teams in the Stroud League. Club secretary Tom Mcloughlin,...In cricketing terms Horsley United Football Club have reached their century and have power to add. The club were formed a year before the outbreak of World War One and these days boast two teams in the Stroud League. Club secretary Tom Mcloughlin,...In cricketing terms Horsley United Football Club have reached their century and have power to add. The club were formed a year before the outbreak of World War One and these days boast two teams in the Stroud League. Club secretary Tom Mcloughlin,...
[read more]Football: Unsung heroes – Cheltenham Youth Football League officials
Roger Jackson Thu, 23rd Nov 2017 at 09:00 Unsung Hero
A few years ago a caricature of footballing great Lionel Messi emerged with two batteries strapped to his back. The batteries were called Xavi and Iniesta. The inference was that Messi wouldn’t have been half the player were it not for the... A few years ago a caricature of footballing great Lionel Messi emerged with two batteries strapped to his back. The batteries were called Xavi and Iniesta. The inference was that Messi wouldn’t have been half the player were it not for the... A few years ago a caricature of footballing great Lionel Messi emerged with two batteries strapped to his back. The batteries were called Xavi and Iniesta. The inference was that Messi wouldn’t have been half the player were it not for the...
[read more]Swimming: Unsung heroes – Fran and Steve Pocock, Tewkesbury Swimming Club
Roger Jackson Wed, 23rd Aug 2017 at 09:00 Unsung Hero
Life has come full circle for Fran and Steve Pocock who took the plunge with Tewkesbury Swimming Club just over 20 years ago and have been going with the flow on the club’s behalf ever since. They became involved because their daughter...Life has come full circle for Fran and Steve Pocock who took the plunge with Tewkesbury Swimming Club just over 20 years ago and have been going with the flow on the club’s behalf ever since. They became involved because their daughter...Life has come full circle for Fran and Steve Pocock who took the plunge with Tewkesbury Swimming Club just over 20 years ago and have been going with the flow on the club’s behalf ever since. They became involved because their daughter...
[read more]Cricket: Father and Sons: Richard Gegg and his magnificent seven
Roger Jackson Wed, 26th Jul 2017 at 10:00 Father & Son
Richard Gegg’s magnificent seven have been calling the shots on cricket fields all over Gloucestershire for many years. And there won’t be any place for opposition teams to hide any time soon as the youngest of Gegg’s children,...Richard Gegg’s magnificent seven have been calling the shots on cricket fields all over Gloucestershire for many years. And there won’t be any place for opposition teams to hide any time soon as the youngest of Gegg’s children,...Richard Gegg’s magnificent seven have been calling the shots on cricket fields all over Gloucestershire for many years. And there won’t be any place for opposition teams to hide any time soon as the youngest of Gegg’s children,...
[read more]Golf: Father and Son – Simon and Kenny Overthrow, Painswick Golf Club
Roger Jackson Mon, 26th Jun 2017 at 09:00 Father & Son
A trip to an auction almost 40 years ago put the wheels in motion that led to a love affair that is still going strong today. Like all good love stories, it was a slow burner with Simon Overthrow’s passion for golf only really taking hold...A trip to an auction almost 40 years ago put the wheels in motion that led to a love affair that is still going strong today. Like all good love stories, it was a slow burner with Simon Overthrow’s passion for golf only really taking hold...A trip to an auction almost 40 years ago put the wheels in motion that led to a love affair that is still going strong today. Like all good love stories, it was a slow burner with Simon Overthrow’s passion for golf only really taking hold...
[read more]Cricket: Unsung Hero: Gwyn Williams, Tewkesbury Cricket Club
Roger Jackson Wed, 24th May 2017 at 08:00 Unsung Hero
If a cricket club’s success is dependent on how vibrant its junior section is then Tewkesbury should have a bright future. That’s because the man in charge of their youth set-up, junior coordinator Gwyn Williams, is doing an...If a cricket club’s success is dependent on how vibrant its junior section is then Tewkesbury should have a bright future. That’s because the man in charge of their youth set-up, junior coordinator Gwyn Williams, is doing an...If a cricket club’s success is dependent on how vibrant its junior section is then Tewkesbury should have a bright future. That’s because the man in charge of their youth set-up, junior coordinator Gwyn Williams, is doing an...
[read more]Water Polo: Cheltenham water polo player Michael Thomas is ‘amazing’, says his dad Martyn
Roger Jackson Wed, 24th May 2017 at 08:00 Unsung Hero
Martyn Thomas, who is one of the driving forces behind Cheltenham’s phenomenal success on the national water polo stage, didn’t have to think twice when asked to name his unsung sporting hero. “My son Michael,” he said....Martyn Thomas, who is one of the driving forces behind Cheltenham’s phenomenal success on the national water polo stage, didn’t have to think twice when asked to name his unsung sporting hero. “My son Michael,” he said....Martyn Thomas, who is one of the driving forces behind Cheltenham’s phenomenal success on the national water polo stage, didn’t have to think twice when asked to name his unsung sporting hero. “My son Michael,” he said....
[read more]Water Polo: Cheltenham water polo star Sam Legge inspired to take up the sport by his brother Adam
Roger Jackson Wed, 24th May 2017 at 08:00 Father & Son
Sam Legge has been the secure last line of defence for Cheltenham’s water polo team as they have dominated the sport in recent seasons. The goalkeeper has been a key component in the team that have won the British title again this season...Sam Legge has been the secure last line of defence for Cheltenham’s water polo team as they have dominated the sport in recent seasons. The goalkeeper has been a key component in the team that have won the British title again this season...Sam Legge has been the secure last line of defence for Cheltenham’s water polo team as they have dominated the sport in recent seasons. The goalkeeper has been a key component in the team that have won the British title again this season...
[read more]Rugby Union: Unsung Hero: Adrian Wakefield, Cheltenham North Rugby Club
Roger Jackson Tue, 25th Apr 2017 at 16:00 Unsung Hero
Adrian Wakefield was the cornerstone of the Cheltenham North scrum for more than 25 years. And since hanging up his boots eight years ago, the former tighthead prop, known to everyone as Adge, has continued to be one of the cornerstones of the club...Adrian Wakefield was the cornerstone of the Cheltenham North scrum for more than 25 years. And since hanging up his boots eight years ago, the former tighthead prop, known to everyone as Adge, has continued to be one of the cornerstones of the club...Adrian Wakefield was the cornerstone of the Cheltenham North scrum for more than 25 years. And since hanging up his boots eight years ago, the former tighthead prop, known to everyone as Adge, has continued to be one of the cornerstones of the club...
[read more]Cricket: Father and Sons: Tony, Joel and Seth Price – Hatherley and Reddings Cricket Club
Roger Jackson Mon, 24th Apr 2017 at 08:00 Father & Son
Tony Price is the first to admit that his teenaged sons are much more talented at sport than him. Head of the household he may be, but it is difficult for him to argue any other way when you consider that both Joel and Seth, 18 and 16 respectively,...Tony Price is the first to admit that his teenaged sons are much more talented at sport than him. Head of the household he may be, but it is difficult for him to argue any other way when you consider that both Joel and Seth, 18 and 16 respectively,...Tony Price is the first to admit that his teenaged sons are much more talented at sport than him. Head of the household he may be, but it is difficult for him to argue any other way when you consider that both Joel and Seth, 18 and 16 respectively,...
[read more]Rugby Union: Unsung Hero: Roger Wildin – Lydney Rugby Club
Roger Jackson Mon, 24th Apr 2017 at 08:00 Unsung Hero
Roger Wildin has done more for Lydney Rugby Club than almost anyone else. So says club stalwart Colin Henderson, who himself has been a faithful servant to the club for many years. “He started as a player,” says Henderson, “and...Roger Wildin has done more for Lydney Rugby Club than almost anyone else. So says club stalwart Colin Henderson, who himself has been a faithful servant to the club for many years. “He started as a player,” says Henderson, “and...Roger Wildin has done more for Lydney Rugby Club than almost anyone else. So says club stalwart Colin Henderson, who himself has been a faithful servant to the club for many years. “He started as a player,” says Henderson, “and...
[read more]Cricket: Unsung Hero: Chris Hanby – Newent Cricket Club
Roger Jackson Mon, 24th Apr 2017 at 08:00 Unsung Hero
Chris Hanby started playing cricket for Newent when he was aged 10 when his dad, Charles, was a player at the club. Nothing unusual about that, you might say... except for the fact it was 60 years ago. And Chris’ achievements off the field...Chris Hanby started playing cricket for Newent when he was aged 10 when his dad, Charles, was a player at the club. Nothing unusual about that, you might say... except for the fact it was 60 years ago. And Chris’ achievements off the field...Chris Hanby started playing cricket for Newent when he was aged 10 when his dad, Charles, was a player at the club. Nothing unusual about that, you might say... except for the fact it was 60 years ago. And Chris’ achievements off the field...
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