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Norris and Payne retain NAL field athlete of the year awards

Jake Norris and Charlotte Payne successfully defended their National Athletics League field athlete accolades for the 2026 campaign, topping the scoring metrics via World Athletics tables. Norris secured his award through a 76.29-metre hammer heave, while Payne maintained a flawless 15-victory streak and launched a 71.82-metre mark that established a fresh all-time league benchmark.

Both competitors also secured the David Jeacock Memorial Bursary alongside their individual honors.

Additional accolades went to Ted Higgins and Jake Minshull, with the latter claiming the male track honor following a 49.97-second performance in the hurdles. Hannah Brier collected the female track equivalent after completing her sprint in 52.23 seconds.

Meanwhile, team competitions concluded with Thames Valley Harriers seizing the Premiership trophy and City of Sheffield and Dearne AC topping the Championship division.

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