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Playing a part in greatness. Officials - the unsung heroes of athletics 

When you see the golden moments at championships, whether they be world records at the Olympic Games or a personal best at an England Championships, it is the officials who make those opportunities possible - working hard in the background to make sure things work like clockwork. From looking at the picture of a race in photofinish to measuring a triple jump, there are so many different officiating roles out there at grassroots and national level for officials to get involved with.  
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Dynamic duo: John and Keith Shapland earning England vests for all the family

It is not a secret that genes run within a family, but for the Shaplands, so do England vests! Dad, John, and son, Keith, have risen through the masters running ranks to secure England vests over cross country and the roads, and have done it all alongside each other.
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Eleanor’s Elite Experience at the National Road Weekend

SiS ‘You vs Sport’ winner trains with the best at England Athletics’ National Road Weekend.
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Club Support Manager club visits: March round-up

Each month, our team is out and about, up and down the country, visiting clubs in-person as regularly as possible, alongside their ongoing digital communications with clubs. Here is a round-up of their activity in March - the month included visits to Colchester & Tendring AC; Derby AC; Enfield and Haringey AC/Be Fit track Academy; Sutton Striders; Plympton Harriers; and on the Isle of Man clubs (ManxHarriers, Western AC, Northern AC, Manx Fell Runners, Veteran AC).
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Team selected for Paris Para Grand Prix

The Paris Para Grand Prix is a pinnacle event on the World Para calendar and England Athletics is delighted to be sending a team for the second year running. The team features athletes with potential to represent Team England at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next year as well as athletes who will be vying for selection to the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi later this year. Additionally, England Athletics are supporting para athletes coming through the Youth Talent Programme as part of this team as it provides a fantastic opportunity for learning as part of an international team.
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County grant applications open

England Athletics is delighted to confirm that county associations will receive funding for a 12th consecutive year, as part of the organisation’s commitment to grassroots athletics.  Associations can apply for grants of up to £500 to improve their track and field championships, while England Athletics’ continuing investment programme will also provide grants to a number of leagues, area associations and the English Schools' AA across the coming season. 
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“I don’t age, I evolve” – competing as a Masters athlete

We caught up with two of the women’s 200m athletes, Krystle Balogun and Naana Adusei, on their journey into masters athletics, what they love about it and their advice for anyone interested in getting involved.
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Support and benefits for clubs and parents registering U11 athletes 

Whilst it is not compulsory for under 11s to register to compete, England Athletics is offering support and benefits to each club who chooses to register under 11s. England Athletics is committed to helping clubs increase the number of volunteers available to support young athletes in getting involved with their club.  
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Young official Freya Webb talks about her officiating journey

Freya Webb is a club athlete turned official, having qualified in a number of disciplines is now a Level 3 field judge. In February this year Freya officiated at the UKA National Indoor Championships in Birmingham for her first national selection event. As is common for a first appointment, Freya was an athlete steward.  
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England Athletics Healthcare plan - webinar follow up and resources

Thank you to those that participated in the recent webinar about the new private healthcare plan for England Athletics, provided by Gameplan Health. We hope you found it helpful, and they are excited to provide you with the tools to help you easily share this valuable benefit with your athletes.