Tag Archives: Julian Hopkins RIP

JOE LAMBERT ONE HOUR TROPHY AND FAREWELL TO JULIAN

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Tony Taylor

Dave Evans reports: Quite a number of the usual club and guest walkers were absent from today’s event with injury, holidays and family concerns. The rain held off and the seven aspirants face the starter with an hour of racewalking … Continue reading →

Posted in History, News, Results | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Julian Hopkins RIP – innovative, outspoken and loved

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Tony Taylor

I’ve put together this tribute to my dear friend, Julian Hopkins. It’s not what might be seen as a proper obituary. I hope it doesn’t fall between too many stools. The very act of writing and doing some limited research … Continue reading →

Posted in History, News | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Julian Hopkins, National Coach Extraordinaire, RIP

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Tony Taylor

Sadly, our very own Julian Hopkins died yesterday evening. He was a top-class race walker in his own right but is best known as an outstanding, creative and controversial National coach. His 1976 manual is still regarded as one of … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged , , | Leave a comment