Hammer record holder Sophie Hitchon is a hall of famer
The former Wellfield Church Primary School and Ivy Bank Business and Enterprise College pupil retired from the sport last year. Hitchon is one of nine other athletes to be nominated, including Dean Macey, John Ridgeon and Steve Smith.
A statement said: “England Athletics is delighted to announce this year’s inductees into its prestigious Hall of Fame for 2022. “The Hall of Fame recognises and honours greats of the sport who have contributed significantly to athletics. This year’s Hall of Fame evening at the HiltonMetropole on Saturday 15 October, will also see us looking back on an incredible 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham where Team England’s track, field, and marathon athletes and para-athletes won 34 medals.”
Chris Jones, CEO of England Athletics, said: “The Hall of Fame evening is a stand-out date in the calendar. It enables us to celebrate all that is great about our sport, from our outstanding National Volunteer Award Winners through to our inspirational Hall of Fame inductees for 2022.
“The Hall of Fame showcases that inextricable link between grassroots athletics and the sport at elite level and we couldn’t be prouder to welcome all those attending, bring together people from all parts of the country and all areas of athletics and running to celebrate those who make our sport great.”
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