#britishchamps

[wigworland]

- Donny Barley Radlands 1996 - November 2022 marks 30 years since Radlands Indoor Skatepark opened in Northampton, England, UK. - Without overstating the point there really is no way to estimate the importance of this one particular place in UK Skateboarding History. - When the Ince Family decided to move the family operation from Milton Keynes Bus Station to a backstreet warehouse in the nearby town of Northampton they were taking a huge risk. It certainly paid off for those of us that would turn up week after week, month after month and year after year to witness the very best skateboarders in the world. Many of us have some indelible memories of the place. - Who can you spot in the background? - #donnybarley #radlands #britishchamps (at Radlands Skate Board Park, Northampton) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClG6akpt2i1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[urbanairbmx]

Its the @britishcycling BMX championships this weekend at Derby bmx race track this weekend. Absolute best of luck to everyone associated with urbanair bmx racing, stay safe & go fast 😎 . #urbanaircrew #urbanairracing #urbanairbmx #bmxracer #bmxrace #derbybmx #britishchamps #gofast #golow (at Derby Bmx Track) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1i2xCqHOuU/?igshid=7cgojsjytdyi

[vaultermagazine]

BOOM, good job @jadeivepv ・ 4.40m for 2nd at British Champs!!!!!! - - Proud is an understatement. To consistently be heading for personal best heights is, apart from clearing a PB, exactly where I want to be. - - Although I'm proud, I am still left unsatisfied ....... More shots at 4.50😈 - - A MASSIVE shout out and thank you to those who have supported me this weekend. It really does mean the world!!! - - @britishathletics its a pleasure to compete with the UKs finest. Thank you for putting on a great championships as always. - - Its not over yet! Bring on next weekend 🇬🇧 @everyoneactive @easportingchamps @tftmanagement @bamboo_clothing 📸@ashley1bryant 👌🏼 📽@rhumby_ 👌🏼 #champs #britishchamps #birmingham #polevault #polevaultgirls #podium #silver #consistency #proud #unsatisfied #onthewayup #trusttheprocess #vaultermagazine https://www.instagram.com/p/Bttw4aXAjx1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zy9vkjjm4gga

[cheeselouisephotography]

Katelyn was in today for portfolio shots for her up coming search for sponsorship! #judo #scotland #judoscotland #britishchamp #sport #2017 #Scotland #fighter #fight #greenbelt #photography #glasgow #studio #photooftheday #picoftheday (at Gracefully Taken Photography)

[thegrungemonkey]

THIS WEEKEND 👐👐👐 Yes you will find us again at the Roller Derby 2018 Playoffs in the S-O-T. We will be there all weekend so if you happen to watching or about in the area pop in to see us 😁😁😁 * * * * #rollerderby #derbychamps #britishchamps #rollergirls #rollerskating #rollerderbygirls #rollerderbylove #excited #funtimes #grungemonkey #fashiondesign #fashionlabel #altgirl #alternativefashion #pastelgoth #pastelgrunge #grungegirl #gothgirl #darkfashion #softgoth #grungefashion #witchesofinstagram #unicorn #mermaid #girlswithtattoos #grungemonkey https://www.instagram.com/p/BnojS1zn_bD/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16ne0x5vy4ah7

[b7k-photography]

Guess who was on the track today #hercules harriers #champion #worldclassathlete #britishchamps (at Wimbledon Park)

[refreshonwheels]

Monthly Update

Wow, it’s February already - time flies! I’m glad to say that I’ve been busy.

Scrims

I’ve refereed two scrims already this year - one in Leicester as a Jammer Referee, and one in Sheffield as Front Inside Pack Referee. Both went really well, and came away with new learnings and improved confidence.

I feel I’m getting more proficient at IPR/JR positions, and find myself willing to volunteer for them more often.

My fear of Jammer Reffing is now gone, and I’m confident to keep track of those important hip passes, but more importantly, I believe I have enough knowledge to understand and deal with the common-uncommon star pass situations. The uncommon-uncommon situations will always be tricky, and it’s something to keep working on.

I’m getting a much better understanding of pack definition too. I’m still somewhat slow to call no packs and out of plays, but it’s getting considerably better. Something that will continue to improve in practise and at scrims.

I have a few more scrims lined up in the coming weeks, and I’m keen to continue my pack skills.

British Championships

Yesterday was Game Day 1 for T4WN. I was selected to OPR the first game and ALT the second. This was my first time officiating a Champs game, so I was nervous but excited.

It also means I’ve checked off one of my goals for the year! 

I felt comfortable OPRing, and confident making calls. Feedback from fellow referees and the HR were all positive, with a few tweaks and areas to consider in future. I fell out of position two or three times, but that was due to not anticipating the pack speed suddenly changing. Something to work on in the future.

I also did a rather epic knee slide in to the ‘danger zone’ seating area. My wheel stopped dead under me on the exit of corner two, and I lost directional control. In a split second, I decided the best course of action was to take a knee and fall in a controlled fashion rather than attempt some kind of recovery. I managed to keep eyes on the pack (for the most part) and didn’t injure any of the spectators. I was told later that it looked awesome, so that’s the main thing, right?

ALTing was also a great experience. I have never done this position before, but I found it incredibly interesting and useful. I spotted a few technical penalty types and fed them in to the OPR crew who issued the penalties. I handled four foul-outs and two expulsions, and all the paperwork that goes with them.

I had a fantastic day, and I’m excited for more Champs level refereeing in the future!

Exercise and Fitness

I’ve changed my weightlifting programme from ICF to PHUL. This means I’m basically at the gym four days a week instead of three. On Wednesday, I squeeze in a 5k jog. I’m getting stronger and fitter, but so much further to go!

[Photo courtesy of BreezeBlock]

[kennyknightpt]

When in doubt... Jab....or....Dab. 🥊👊🏽💪🏽 First class at @kobox with the man who pushed me to get in the ring @britishchampdh 🙌🏽 Massive respect to the former 🇬🇧 British Champ 🏆 A man who speaks his mind and never holds back 💪🏽🙏🏽 Great session champ 👊🏽👊🏽 good to see @maxoppenheim and @chubbydragon2015 Getting it! #kobox #boxing #darrenhamilton #britishchamp. (at KOBOX)

[urbanairbmx]

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To all @urbanairbmx BMX Racers & our friends & family at the @britishcycling british bmx championships this weekend, have abrilliant time & do your best ❤ And don't forget to get ya race face on! #bmxracing #britishchamps #hsbc #britishcycling #raceface #leeboyle #terminator #sendit https://www.instagram.com/p/BntvZaLnKwN/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11a2ymro1grp9

[thegrungemonkey]

Happy Monday Peeps 😘 Bare with us we are still recovering from the amazing weekend that we had with the Roller Derby British Champs. We will be posting all your orders tomorrow. And in the meantime...Be a nice human 👍 #gmontheroad #rollerderby #britishchamps #monday #wordsformonday #beanicehuman #bigloves (at The Grunge Monkey)

[b7k-photography]

Guess who was on the track today #hercules harriers #champion #worldclassathlete #britishchamps (at London, United Kingdom)

[miiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiilk]

We're number 2! #Rollerderby #britishchamps #t3w (at Newark Showground)

[urbanairbmx]

All ready at @britishbmx Championships this weekend, Alvaston Park, Derby (with friends 😁) @trinnemilyy__ @emz BMX #BRITSBMX #urbanairbmx #derbybmx #2017 #britishchamps #bmxracing (at Alvaston Park)

[influencesm]

Great performances at the @atletismorfea yesterday from @influence_sm athlete followers!⠀ .⠀ @rodgerdat100 took the win in the 60m in 6.57 secs, @bethwelbirgen finished 1st in the 1500m in 3:40.17 with @ortega_110_hurdles taking 2nd in the 110m hurdles in 7.57 secs! Congratulations to you all! Looking forward to the next #mullerindoorgrandprix meeting in Birmingham next weekend!👍🏻😉⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Thanks for everyone's support and please sign up to our E-news (link in profile!) 👍🏻😊 Please turn your Instagram notifications on for our feed so you don't miss anything and if you don't follow us yet please do! ⠀ .⠀ Join us on our #missionTokyo2020 to raise the profile of athletes worldwide following on from the #Rio2016 #olympic and #paralympic games🎊🇺🇸🇬🇧🇫🇷🇩🇪🇮🇹🇪🇸🇷🇺🎉. Expand your influence with us! - Follow us on Twitter: (influence_sm) and Facebook: buff.ly/2MZ1mIp and we'll keep you informed on what's happening in the world of sport, sponsorship, endorsement and social media, with new posts every day⠀ ⠀ #sprint #love #technique #practice #tracknation #trackandfield #hurdles #process #elevate #athlete #jumpnation #hops #strong #fit #race #moretocome #sparbritishchamps #britishchamps https://www.instagram.com/p/Btp4Z20gRwL/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=6tfl6d4otrgr

[sportsswipe-blog]

The Tinder account for British 100m Diamond League athlete Andy Robertson. Competing at the British Champs this weekend but spotted earlier in the season at World Indoors. #athlete #tinder #birmingham #alexanderstadium #trackandfield #athletics #britishchamps #olympictrials #roadtorio #teamgb #britishathletics #100m (at Alexander Stadium)

[thegrungemonkey]

We have had lots of fun today at the Roller Derby British Champ Playoffs 👍💗👍 Thanks to everyone who shopped with us, looking forward to day 2!!! See ya there peeps. #gmontheroad #rollerderby #britishchamps #playoffs #derby #stokeontrent #graphicdesign #fashiondesign #unicornheart #mermaidheart #unicorn #anatomyheart #alternativefashion #independentlabel #madeintheuk #grungemonkey (at Fenton Manor Sports Complex)