A remarkable sixth consecutive Olympics became reality for Great Britain archer Alison Williamson yesterday, writes Dave McLean. The Stafford-based star, who first shot for her country at the
Female 2nd Dan black belts have been rare at Burton Manor Karate Club over the years - but now three have just come along at once! In the 47-year history of the club only one lady had previously
Stafford professional boxer Grant Cunningham is determined to extend his unbeaten tag when he takes in his fourth bout on Saturday May 12th. Cunningham, who has won three fights in paid ranks since
Stafford schoolboy James Bevan and his crew stormed to victory in a National Schools' Sculling Head race at the home of the 2012 Olympic rowing events. Bevan and his four Trentham Boat Club teammates
With a brand new poster boy in the shape of the super suave Mark Cavendish (he goes out with a page three model don't you know!) and genuine world-class credentials, British cycling is enjoying somewhat of a renaissance. Here are ten reasons why you should saddle up!
Walking: it's simple, cheap and so very good for you. It can be done anywhere, with no specific equipment, and unlike some exercise, it requires no special agility. And in Staffordshire, we are lucky to have great countryside
Stafford and Stone's top young athletes are under threat from council plans to turf them off their training field at Rowley Park in the middle of an Olympic year, it is claimed. Angry members of
Stone goalkeeper Lewis Ratcliffe gained success in Europe when he pulled on an England shirt for the under- 16 independent schools' team. The Stafford Grammar School footballer, who spent this season
Yoga or Pilates? So what's the difference? Put simply, it's all in the mind. Yoga is an ancient art first developed in Northern India thousands of years ago. It is a way of moving energy through your body...
A keep fit programme for the over 65's has been extended borough wide. Forever Fit started as a step class at Weeping Cross health centre last year but is now available across Stafford.
Want to change the habits of a lifetime? If you've got the will, we've got the way. So why not take on the fitness challenge right here...
