Tag Archives: Ken Matthews

SIXTY YEARS AGO – KEN MATTHEWS AND PAUL NIHILL BROUGHT OLYMPIC SUCCESS

Posted on October 22, 2024 by Tony Taylor

BOTH GIANTS OF OUR SPORT At the time in 1964 I harboured no sense that Ken Matthews’ gold and Paul Nihill’s silver were to be our last medals in the walks at the Olympics. Still mucking about, not knowing if … Continue reading →

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THE MONTH OF JUNE: LWC 3 KM TIME TRIAL

Posted on July 5, 2021 by Tony Taylor

There’s been a good response to our June 3 kilometres time trial. Hence it looks as if the notion is proving useful and motivating. Thanks are due too for the accompanying messages, which add spice and interest in maintaining our … Continue reading →

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THE MARCH ‘JACK SANKEY’ VIRTUAL 3 KILOMETRES

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Tony Taylor

I’m delighted to feature this month Jack Sankey, who in the late 50s and early 60s was a rival to the up and coming Ron Wallwork and a star in my eyes. At the time Leigh Harriers Athletic Club hosted … Continue reading →

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The origins of the Northern Winter League – next one on January 28 and RIP Mike Nicholson

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Tony Taylor

The fifth race in this season’s series of Northern Winter League races is to be held on Sunday, January 28 at Drighlington, start 11.00 a.m. Credit is due to the Yorkshire Walking Club for keeping the Winter League tradition alive and … Continue reading →

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