A Sutcliffe social
A Sutcliffe social
Please see this week’s update for Kent AC members – 06/07/25–
KENT AC NEWS BULLETIN
6 July 2025
Jake Simmonds took the win in 15:25, followed a second later by Olly Buck in 15:26. Alex Hamlet, Jim Allchin, Chris Busaileh, Matt Speed and Rob Laing all crossed the line in under 16 minutes.
Amy Clements was our top female scorer and the first woman overall in a speedy 16:40. Molly O’Connor, in second place, showed an impressive kick to finish in 18:26. Ellie Freeden was our third scorer in 18:28, with Lin Skinner and Nesrin Sabanci completing the scoring team in 19:04 and 19:12 respectively.
See a full list of results here.
Well done to all that took part and a reminder that the penultimate Assembly League race of the year will be on 31st July in Victoria Park.
Assembly League #4
At the London 5000m at Parliament Hill on Friday evening, we had several strong performances:
Kurt Wilkinson – 15:12
Rhys Doherty – 16:14
Neil Philips – 16:19
In yesterday’s Kent Young Athletic League fixture in Gillingham, the U13 boys were so impressive. Everybody did their absolute best, getting us to third position late in the afternoon. This is division one, competing with the likes of Blackheath and Bromley, Ashford, and Tonbridge.
Otis got PBs in all his 3 solo events! Zac won the A hurdles by meters, but was still unhappy with his performance, and followed up with 2nd in the LJ. Emerson got 2nd in javelin with a huge PB.
Vwede got a PB in the 100m, with Matthew not far behind in 14.3. Vwede, Zac, Syon and Otis ran 56s in the 4×100 to finish 3rd.
With little training, and none with a real Hammer, Emerson and Matthew managed to get A and B scores in HT, getting us 3rd position! Jeremy, Flynn and Oscar ran well in the 1500m to get good points. Nico scored in the HJ, and would have improved if not interrupted by having to race 200m.
Well done athletes, great attitude from all of you!
Grins in Gillingham
Further south in Bewl today, a few took on the 15-miler and all finished in under two hours.
Ian Ellwood completed the course in 1:51:43, Robbie Spargo in 1:56:33, then Mary Brooking in 1:57:27 as 1st v50.
Sunshine and smiles
Our monthly social run takes place on Wednesday evening, starting from the track at 7pm. The route for this week is likely to be the Lewisham 3 peaks with Len, followed by drinks at the Catford Bridge Tavern if you fancy.
All welcome!
If you have a free Sunday next weekend, take part in the SAL in Eltham!
It is very local and we’re currently low on numbers, so sign up where you can to maximise our club points.
Sign up here
We will be hosting our next event at the Alex Yee Ladywell Arena on Saturday 26th July – the Ron Hale Open, which will have multiple track and field events.
These include the Sprint Hurdles, 100m, 300m, 400m and 1500m, and the Long Jump and Triple Jump.
Entries are open to everybody, both KAC members and members of other clubs (provided they have EA membership) – sign up here.
Bonus ball last night was 15 – no winner.
Next month will be a rollover with a prize of £500 for the winner.
This is a club fundraiser and we currently have some numbers available, it is £6/month for a chance to win £250!
If you are interested in more information, email
July
5 – KYAL – Medway Park
9 – Kent AC Wednesday social run
13 – SAL – Eltham
26 – Ron Hale Open
31 – Assembly League – Victoria Park
August
5 – Track social
16 – KYAL – Dartford
30 – SAL – Basildon
September
2 – Track Social
4 – Assembly League – Beckenham Place Park
7 – Big Half – London
11 – Late Summer Meet
20 – SEAA 6/4/3 Stage Road Relays @TBC
October
4 – ERRA 6/4 Stage Relays at Sutton Park
11 – Surrey League xc – Hurst Green
November
15 – Surrey League xc – Beckenham Place Park
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Buy your track pass here.
The usual track times are:
Tuesday 17:30 – 20:45
Thursday 18:00 – 20:30
Sunday 09:00 – 11:30
Please note that individuals are permitted to do their own sessions during club opening times, but coached group sessions continue to take priority.
Track Pass – Juniors
Please purchase your £6.50 junior monthly track pass in advance here. When purchasing the track pass can parents/guardians please enter the athlete’s name when completing the transaction.
Please see a helpful FAQs guide here
The Alex Yee Arena has opening hours dedicated to the public. While during these times the Kent AC track pass is not valid, members can pay for an individual session.
Session times are:
Monday: 07:00 -15:00
Tuesday – Thursday: 1300 -1700
Friday: 07:00 – 15:00
Saturday – Sunday: 09:00-15:00
Price:
Adult resident: £2.70
Adult non resident: £3.00
Junior (U16): £1.30
The Kent AC track pass continues to be required for training on Tues/Thurs evenings and Sunday mornings.
Track staff have encouraged people to double check the opening hours before their training session, as they may occasionally be closed for school sport days and football friendlies. Hours can be checked here. This will likely suit members who can’t make training sessions but would like to train in the morning/lunchtime/evening.
Pay as you go fees can either be paid via cash to the desk or using the Better app (note: staff are working to add the sessions to the app).
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