John Powell President For 2014 – 2015

John Powell was introduced as President for 2014/2015 at the club AGM by outgoing President Charlie Dickinson after being nominated by past presidents and approved by the committee. John said he was honoured to accept this position and to also be a part of a club with such rich traditions.

He has been an active member of the Belgrave Committee, chairing our committee for the last six years with skill and sensitivity during some difficult times. He has also been our Child Protection Officer and responsible for our welfare policy for many years.

John has a well earned reputation as a junior team manager with success at the Southern in 1998 and 2000, and the National in 2000. He has run a famous sprint group at Crystal Palace for many years with success at all levels. He has coached and continues to coach a number of our athletes including Chris Lambert, James Ellington, Philips Odowu, Jason Hussein and Matt Threadgold and James Sabulu. His commitment to athletics coaching sees John venture frequently around the world, particluarly America, in order to keep up to date with all of the latest coaching methods.

Since his retirement from the police in 2011 after being promoted to the rank of Superintendent, John was last year awarded the MBE for his services to athletics.

He was made a life member and President at the same AGM and everyone agreed it was high time after his 21 years with the club.

LIFE MEMBERS 2014:

Dwain Chambers

A proud Belgrave athlete since his junior days, Dwaine has had success on both the national and international stages.

Gillian Fairclough

A dedicated Belgravian, Gillian has been an official at the highest levels and is a crucial part of the clubs team on the track and field circuits today.

Len Bishop

An old champion of the club, Len was a key member of the Belgrave Road and Cross Country team.