Outstanding Contribution 2008
Sarah Ellis
Not only was Sarah ever present this season but she had her best and most consistent in the Javelin where she too has ranked highly in the National standings. Her willingness to travel great distance to compete for us and then to take on extra events is an example of the spirit needed at Club level.
Vickie Foster
Vickie has competed for us for many seasons and is simply one of the most reliable and consistent Senior Women athletes we have. Tell her where the match is and Vickie will simply turn up and get on - even in the throwing events she doesn't particularly enjoy. Vickie's continued contribution is priceless and not necessarily appreciated by those who cannot see beyond the markings on the track. This award at least goes some way to recognising her contribution.
Justin Hunt
Justin was the top scoring male athlete in both the NYAL and the Wessex League and is ever willing to compete in a range of events when a gap has needed to be filled - his contribution has covered more than one season and has been of a consistently good standard.
Gareth Price
Not only has Gareth competed in each British League match this season, where he contributed a highly impressive points total in the sprints, but also through his performances in the Welsh Championships (U20 100 & 200 Champion) ensured that Team Southampton finished in 7th place in the Welsh Medal table! Not bad as the only Welsh representative of an English Club!
Ben Richardson
Ben was the highest scoring British League Athletes this year and, despite the fact that he is away at University, ws committed to helping us to push for promotion in the BAL.
Becky Tune
Becky now has the distinction of having competed for us in every single Senior Women's event. We couldn't begin to add up her points contribution over many seasons - from her specialist Pole Vault, through all the other jumps, the throws (where she excels at the Hammer), the Middle Distance (including the 3000m), the sprints and finally the 400m Hurdles - Becky has done them all and whilst smiling. Perhaps her greatest contribution is yet to come - Becky is pregnant and, as Tune junior is due in April, she is anticipating making some of next season as well.
Fiona Webb
Often overshadowed by the athletic exploits of her daughters Fiona has quitely contributed much to the Club in her work in the Club portacabin. She has, with husband Des, been willing to take on the thankless task of organising Club Social events as well as officiating for us.
