Maureen Smith. 10/7/1935 – 16/8/2022
(photo Maureen with Sir Roger Bannister at the BMC’s 30th Anniversary Celebrations) We were very sad to learn of the passing of one of the BMC’s founder members Maureen Smith. In 1963 Maureen was a founder member of the BMC and her importance to the club at that time was recognised,as she was made Vice-President
SAUCONY MANCHESTER TRAFFORD GRAND PRIX REPORT
AHEAD of finalising the team for the European Championships should the GB selectors need any further confirmation of Ben Pattison’s talent and form then they need look no further than his superb record-breaking performance in the Saucony Trafford Grand Prix. The 20-year-old Basingstoke & Mid Hants athlete produced a remarkable performance – certainly a contender
Congratulations Jake Wightman, Keely Hodgkinson and Laura Muir
Congratulations to World Championship 1500m medalist Jake Wightman , Silver medalist Keely Hodgkinson and bronze medalist Laura Muir from everyone at the BMC and to their coaches Geoff Wightman, Trevor Painter and Andy Young. It has been fantastic to see their growth as athletes to be able to cope with the ultra-fast pace set in
Trafford Grand Prix and Season Update
The 4th Grand Prix of the year is at Trafford on the 23rd of July is shaping up to be a fantastic meet in prospect This comes three days before the end of the qualifying period for the European Championship, presenting a final chance for qualification. Anyone interested in chasing qualification should enter online, for
Dealing with Nerves Webinar
Physiological and psychological tips to control and harness nervous energy to create optimal performance states Book here About this event Combining both evidence from scientific literature and anecdotes from top level performers in a variety of fields, you will gain insights into the physiological and psychological components of performance nerves with practical tips and exercises
THE BMC IS HELPING COACHES AGAIN!
The BMC is delighted to announce support for coaches in 2022. Under the Frank Horwill Coaching Awards ,an annual project, six BMC coaches have received ,£3,000 in total, financial support. Awards have been made to: Hayley Pegg Carol Sharp Pippa Woolven Nathan Shrubb Idris Hamud Graham Millican This enables coaches to enhance their coaching knowledge
