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Conquering the land, sea and sky – Sam shares his story
Corporal Sam Anderton's story is one of true determination and versatility. He shared with us how diversifying across multiple sporting disciplines has enriched his life, supported his career development within the RAF, and explains the vital role that funding from the RAF Central Fund has played in enabling him to continue pursuing his passion for boxing.
8th October 2025
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From PTI to Pitch Leader – Lottery Jackpot Winner Cat’s Story
With sport at the heart of her journey into the RAF, captain of the RAF Women’s Football team, Sergeant Cat Beaver, talks to us about her passion for sport, success as a football captain for both the RAF and UKAF teams, and how the support from the RAF Central Fund has enabled her to train, compete, and grow.
13th August 2025
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International Women’s Day – Sam’s Story
This International Women's Day, we’re celebrating Squadron Leader Samantha May, an inspirational athlete whose success at the recent Invictus Games serves as a reminder of the power of sport.
8th March 2025
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Top Table Tennis Talent Headlines 2024 RAF Sport Awards
Among the impressive line-up of winners, a special highlight was AS1 Darcie Muggeson Proud, who was awarded RAF Sportswoman of the Year. She has achieved remarkable success in her first year of service.
14th November 2024
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RAF Archery Success at UK National County Champs
Nine archers from across the RAF recently participated in the 2024 UK National County Championships at the Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre. The team achieved their best ever result in the competition, collecting a bronze medal in the Mixed Barebow event. We caught up with Sergeant Ellie Spinks and Flying Officer Ryan Elkes to hear all about the event and their success.
31st October 2024
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Table Tennis Triumph – Jonny’s Story
His table tennis story may have started many years ago, having been a keen player from a young age and competing nationally throughout the UK, however, RAF newcomer Jonny Heslop recently took the RAF Table Tennis Championships by storm when he scooped an outstanding number of prizes at his first event with the association.
29th July 2024
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Retrospective caps for all Rugby Union Women’s Inter Service appearances
Every Inter Service Championship dating back to 2003 will be recognised as a capped game in its own right. This brings the history of the Senior women’s team in line with the men's and marks a significant step forward for women’s sport in the Services.
24th May 2024
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International Women’s Day – Clare’s Story
RAF Sport is proud to have many successful female athletes representing the Royal Air Force in their chosen sport. This International Women’s Day, we are celebrating the remarkable success of the women’s Telemark team through the story of Squadron Leader Clare Thomas’s inspirational ten-year journey.
8th March 2024
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Plane pull challengers at RAF Coningsby
Eight teams of six people took on the challenge of pulling the BBMF Dakota, which weighs over 17,000 lbs, over a distance of 92m – that’s the sum of the wingspans of each of the five aircraft types in service with the BBMF.