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Why it matters – Inside the team powering the Alpine Challenge
Hundreds of RAF personnel will soon take to the Austrian slopes as part of the 2026 Alpine Challenge, an annual winter sports event that brings together attendees for a fortnight of fun and alpine accomplishments. Providing opportunities for both first-time enthusiasts and experienced athletes, the Challenge offers the perfect environment to develop skills, train and compete.
12th January 2026
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Flying High – Cpl David Todd’s Story
Corporal David Todd’s epic gliding journey began through the RAF Gliding & Soaring Association’s (RAFGSA) 'Go Solo' scholarship, a programme designed to help junior ranks take their first steps into gliding with the Association. RAF Central Fund funding is key to the provision of these scholarships, helping RAFGSA to widen access to their sport and create extraordinary opportunities that enrich the lives of RAF personnel.
8th January 2026
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Cpl Jennifer Sabine – Packing a Punch for Women in Sport
Recently named ‘Boxer of the Year’ at the RAF Boxing Association’s AGM, Cpl Jennifer Sabine has quickly become one of the RAF’s standout sporting talents. In just two and a half years, she has risen from grassroots boxing to joining the RAF Elite Boxing Squad, securing both the National Development Championship title and the 2024 Women’s Winter Box Cup, as well as reaching the quarterfinals of the National Amateur Championship.
10th December 2025
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Sgt Cameron Lewis – Fighting Fit to Serve and Win
In his three years of service, Sgt Cameron Lewis has proudly represented the RAF in no less than an incredible 30 individual contests. From Olympic ambitions to a surprise win on the RAF Sports Lottery, no dream is too big for Cam – and with the exceptional support of the RAF Boxing Association (RAFBA), its dedicated coaches, and funding from the RAF Central Fund, absolutely anything is possible!
3rd December 2025
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Cpl Arran Devine – Grassroots Grit to Glory
Boxing champion and RAF Elite Team Captain, Cpl Arran Devine, first discovered the RAF Boxing Association through his Station club and the dedicated coaches who recognised his potential early on. His meteoric rise from grassroots newcomer to elite athlete has been fuelled by fierce determination, unwavering devotion, first-class coaching, and essential grant funding from the RAF Central Fund.
26th November 2025
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Sgt Ben Baily – Rebuilding Round by Round
With almost 20 years of experience in boxing, Sgt Ben Baily attributes the swift advancement in his RAF career with the development of key transferable skills gained directly from his experiences in the boxing ring and being a member of the RAF Boxing Association.
21st November 2025
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From Grassroots to National Tour Stage Champion – Ellie’s Story
From picking up a bow and arrow as a way of sharing a sporting activity with her husband to National Tour Stage winner in four years, Sergeant Eleanor Spinks gave us the low down on how she developed her archery skills. With a keen eye, steady hand, and support from the Central Fund, Ellie’s journey illustrates what is possible with focus, determination and support.
13th November 2025
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Sgt Scott Glanville Hits the Mark for RAF Target Rifle
From novice Air Cadet to being selected for his first overseas GB cap, Scott Glanville’s aptitude and passion for Target Rifle has seen him flourish both as a talented athlete and inspirational coach. With an impressive array of titles including Vice-Captain and Adjutant for England, and Vice-Captain for the UKAF team, Scotty was recently also crowned RAF Sports Coach of the Year 2025.
4th November 2025
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