Contribution to Sussex Sport

WENDY RUSSELL WHITEHAWK FC

IF YOU play Hockey in Sussex you probably know Wendy Russell. The Brighton and Hove Hockey Club coach was a popular nominee with a handful of votes to her name. The dedicated player/manager gives up much of her free time to develop youngsters as well as other aspiring coaches. Natalie Dodd, who put her name forward, described her as an inspiration. She said: Wendy coaches almost everyone night of the week plus weekends - whatever the weather. She is so brilliant and the development of the junior and ladies side of the club just wouldn't happen without her dedication and encouragement. Holly Youdan, who also vouched for the coach, added: Wendy has worked hard to promote hockey in Sussex. She has developed teacher training for both primary and secondary schools and delivered hockey courses across three school sports partnerships in Bognor, Brighton and Angmering. On top of all this and more she is a full time PE teacher and coaches hockey to players ranging from under-6s to university students and adults, plus coaches Sussex hockey players. It is people like Wendy unpaid, passionate, hardworking and talented who have made this country a dominant force in sport once more.

The Argus, Wednesday, October 2, 2013

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JADEY RICHARDSON
FOOTBALL owes much of its popularity to its accessibility. All you need is a ball, some mates and jumpers for goalposts. However, for cerebral palsy sufferer Jadey Richardson, playing his favourite sport was never going to be that simple. The 20-yearold refused to let his condition beat him and set about raising a staggering 7,500 to realise his dream. He has now collected enough to buy ten wheelchairs which he uses at the Crew Club in Brighton. Melita Kiely, who nominated Jadey, described him as inspirational. She said: It is a fantastic story and something we can all admire. He was determined to not let his disability get in the way and he has done just that. A worthy nominee.

NON-LEAGUE Whitehawk FC had a stellar season winning promotion to the Conference League South. The first team battled their way through a tough league with the support of their loyal fans. But their success was felt as much off the pitch as it was on. Thanks to local business backers, the club is to install a new artificial pitch and increase the ground capacity. Argus reporter and Whitehawk FC regular, Tim Ridgway, said: The club has made great strides in recent years. With Brightons second team now tackling teams in the Conference South, just two steps below the football league, the future looks rosy. Their improved status will help boost the clubs set-up and academy. Its very much a case of watch this space.

Contribution to Arts & Culture

BRIGHTON FRINGE TOM ODELL
Brighton Fringe has been run by JULIAN Caddy since 2011. Since then the event has grown and this year ran for a four weeks for the first time. It now takes in the Julian school half-term and Caddy puts on countless family events. The result? The highest ticket sales and audience numbers ever. This has had a huge impact on local business with takings at city restaurant, bars and pubs going through the roof. The former Daniel Craig body double has endless enthusiasm and continues to make Brighton and Hove an irresistible destination during May. Reporter Ben James, who reports on the Fringe each year, said: The event has really come on leaps and bounds over the last couple of years. It is also important to remember the huge impact the event along with Brighton Festival has on local tourism and business each year. Thousands descend upon the city each year and long may it continue. CHART topping musician Tom Odell has taken the world by storm this year. His debut album Long Way Down has seen the Chichester born singersongwriter play to thousands across the globe. He first burst onto the scene after winning the BRIT Awards Critics Choice previously held by Adele, Florence and the Machine and Emeli Sand. Since then, he hasnt looked back. The 22-yearold started out at the Brighton Institute of Modern Music in Rock Place. His former tutor, Ian Sillet, said: I remember his songs even now which is testament to his ability. He had so many memorable hooks, singable lyrics, killer choruses and articulate harmonic structures. On top of all his superb musicianship hes a top bloke with a great sense of humour.

DR ROY WALES
DESPITE its size, Rottingdean is something of an artists haven. While many can take the credit for this, one man is due more kudos than most Dr Roy Wales. In 2009 he formed and directed the Rottingdean Spring Music Festivals, which he continues to direct in March each year. The annual event is now so well respected it attracts artists from around the world. In the same year he formed and conducted the Rottingdean Festival Chorus and in 2011 founded Rottingdean Arts. He has been the driving force behind plans to create a new performance stage on the seafront and has also led a campaign to buy the village a concert piano. Friend, Sheila Segal, said: The quality of cultural and musical life for villagers and visitors has been greatly enhanced by the voluntary personal and musical efforts of Dr. Roy Wales.