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Leader Live
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Age no barrier to success for wonderful Wrexham athletes
The Cheshire track and field grand prix was held at Macclesfield and the event welcomed six Wrexham AAC members. In the spotlight was Robin Frost, who achieved a new personal best and club record of 20.14m to win the M80 javelin. He also triumphed in the hammer with 15.81 metres. In the M75 section, Paul Brooks won the javelin with a personal best of 12.43 metres and he launched the hammer 15.30 metres for second place. Annabelle Jones (29.38m) and Isabelle Bennett (24.65m) were second and third respectively in the U17 women's javelin, while Spencer Jones (29.77m) took first place in the U13 boys' javelin. A personal best of 1.25m also saw him fourth in the high jump. Competing in the U11 boys' class was Ellis Jones, in the 75m (12.97), 600m (2-22.04), long jump (2.55m) and javelin (14.74m). Thomas Walley produced at effort of 5.11m to claim pole vault victory at Vault Manchester. Top displays also came in the Trafford AC open. Tomasi Fidow produced a personal best of 10.86m to win the U15 boys' shot put and he was second in the discus (22.54m). Tegan Graham supplied a personal best of 23.12m to triumph in the U13 girls' javelin and there was a season's best of 52.04 from Oliver Edwards in the senior men's 400m. At the UK youth development league meeting in Deeside, Lasitha Ekanayake represented the North Wales team and he clocked 12.10 to win the U17 men's B 100-metres. A busy spell saw Evan Williams achieve 100m times of 11.28 and 11.52 at Cardiff's Run With the Wind and the Avon Championships, the latter securing second place. Tenth-placed Connor Rogers (14.38) was the first Wrexham AAC finisher at the Mid Cheshire 5k. He was followed by James Yarwood (200th in 16.28), Gareth Chaloner (543rd in 18.51), Richard Westwood (709th in 21.08) and Mark Hughes (809th in 26.03). Wrexham competitors at the Newtown 10k were Richard Westwood (166th in 46.13), Andy Bennett (236th in 49.48) and Tamara Goode (428th in 57.56), while Evie Hughes (57th in 51.28) took part in the Moel y Gest fell race. There were Deestriders' age group victories in the Mynydd Myfyr trail race for V40 Christine Cammillare (31.50) and V45 Paul Lewtey (32.32). David Temple completed the course in 36.33, while Wrexham's Charles Ashley was 48th in 40.26. Parkruns have again proved popular for Wrexham athletes. Rachel N Reeves (440th in 50.52) raced the Isabel trail event, Connor Rogers (13th in 21.12) was at Abermaw and Philip Walker (272nd in 30.07) competed at Weymouth. Four members took on the Park in the Past parkrun, spear-headed by Steffan Thomas (78th in 24.40). He was followed by Senna Thomas (124th in 26.21), Deiniol Thomas (125th in 26.26) and Gruffudd Thomas (214th in 29.51). Top-three finishers at Wepre were runner-up George Hughes (22.06) and Ally Hughes (22.06), while they were joined by clubmates Grace Hughes (15th in 24.47), Mike Robbins (19th in 25.26) and Evie Hughes (21st in 25.34). The leading Wrexham AAC finisher at Erddig was Nick Jones (13th in 22.09) and he was followed by Amanda Bailey (21st in 23.23), Ian Grimshaw (31st in 24.21), Peter Hughes (48th in 25.42), Karl Moore (116th in 30.27), John Tipping (260th in 58.05) and Lucy Morris (261st in 58.14). Competing at Llangollen were Tony Forster (34th in 26.52), Charles Ashley (49th in 28.32), Alexis Baty (94th in 47.51) and Peter Howell (95th in 47.52), while Evelyn Roberts (21st in 10.55) and Tomos Marriott (25th in 11.14) ran the Alyn Waters junior parkrun.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
9 sports anime you need to watch if you love Haikyuu!!
Images via IMDb and Netflix Anime has this uncanny power to draw you into worlds you never thought you'd care about. Sports anime takes that further—it turns even the most sports-indifferent viewers into passionate believers. Haikyuu!! did this effortlessly, leaving even the most uninterested viewer cheering at the top of their lungs for volleyball matches. But it wasn't volleyball that captured hearts; it was the intensity of Hinata's relentless spirit, the hunger in Kageyama's eyes, and the sheer willpower to overcome limitations. If you're still nursing that ache Haikyuu!! left behind and looking for stories that fill the void, here's your chance. These anime recommendations are not ranked, as they each bring their unique flavor, heartbreak, triumph, and a whirlwind of emotions. Consider this your personal guide to sports anime worth the journey. NOT ranked and in no particular order, because emotions should never be ranked: Kuroko no Basket captures the chaos and chemistry of team dynamics If you loved the electrifying team dynamics in Haikyuu!!, Kuroko no Basket is your next obsession. Like Karasuno High, Seirin basketball team also centers around an unforgettable freshman duo: Tetsuya Kuroko, the almost-invisible but genius passer, and Taiga Kagami, the fiery, powerful player who aims to dominate. Together, they face off against the legendary "Generation of Miracles," a group of prodigious players from rival schools, each possessing a near-superhuman talent. This series matches Haikyuu!! stride-for-stride in passion and adrenaline, but trades volleyball courts for the dazzling arena of basketball, with moves and emotions that will keep your pulse racing. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Run With the Wind reminds you that greatness comes from within Run With the Wind emerges from Production I.G.—the same studio behind Haikyuu!!—but replaces explosive spikes and leaps with long-distance runs. It revolves around Haiji, a determined university student, and Kakeru, a gifted yet disillusioned former runner. Together, they assemble a team from their dormitory—filled with students who can barely run a mile—to compete in Japan's prestigious Hakone Ekiden marathon. It's a story told with beautiful subtlety, exploring themes of friendship, redemption, and the quiet yet powerful drive to achieve the impossible. If Haikyuu!! taught you that anyone can reach greatness with effort, Run With the Wind reminds you that greatness often begins quietly, step by step. Welcome to the Ballroom shows how dance can carry the same weight as sport Welcome to the Ballroom shares its DNA with Haikyuu!!—same creators, same passionate underdog storyline—but this time the sport is ballroom dancing. Tatara Fujita is shy and unsure of his place until he stumbles into a dance studio. There, he discovers a world that offers him a chance to shine. Like Hinata watching the Little Giant play volleyball, Tatara's first glimpse of dancing sparks something powerful within him. Ballroom dancing in this anime is fierce, competitive, and physically demanding, vividly captured by the stunning animation that made Haikyuu!! so immersive. It's a fresh spin on the sports genre, reminding us that passion often surprises us in the least likely places. Yuri!! on Ice blends artistry, athletics, and identity Figure skating isn't traditionally grouped with volleyball or basketball, but Yuri!!! On Ice shows you precisely why it should be. At its heart is Yuuri Katsuki, a figure skater past his supposed prime, struggling with anxiety and self-doubt. His life transforms when legendary skater Victor Nikiforov becomes his mentor—and more. The show became iconic not just for its beautiful skating choreography and gripping competition scenes but for its honest, heartfelt portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships. Like Haikyuu!!, it demonstrates that sports are as much about personal growth and emotional depth as they are about physical prowess. Blue Lock asks what happens when teamwork is no longer the answer While Haikyuu!! taught us the beauty of teamwork, Blue Lock introduces a drastically different philosophy. Japan's national football team, desperate for a superstar striker, adopts a brutal strategy: gather the nation's best young talents and pit them against each other in a ruthless competition. Only one player emerges victorious; everyone else forfeits the chance to represent Japan forever. Blue Lock pushes boundaries, emphasizing raw individual ambition over collective harmony. It's tense, unpredictable, and relentless, making you question whether selfishness might sometimes be justified in the pursuit of greatness. Chihayafuru brings competition into the realm of poetry At first glance, Karuta—a traditional Japanese card game involving poetry memorization—may seem distant from conventional sports. But Chihayafuru proves that competition and passion come in many forms. Chihaya Ayase dreams of becoming Japan's top Karuta player, and as she pursues this seemingly quiet game, the intensity, rivalry, and strategic depth become clear. Beautifully blending cultural heritage with youthful ambition, Chihayafuru mirrors Haikyuu!!'s devotion to detailed, authentic portrayals of competition and teamwork, with characters you root for deeply and passionately. Free! is a celebration of water, youth, and friendship Free! revolves around Haruka Nanase, a high school swimmer whose passion for water transcends competitive medals. Together with childhood friends and rivals, Haruka forms a swimming team, confronting personal and athletic obstacles. It's a story of friendships tested by rivalry and ambition, where characters grow beyond their past limitations. Like Haikyuu!!, Free! beautifully illustrates the bonds created through sport and the powerful emotions involved in pursuing something you genuinely love. Ping Pong the Animation is raw, real, and unlike anything else Ping Pong The Animation is distinctive—visually unique and profoundly emotional. It follows childhood friends Smile and Peco, both table tennis prodigies with opposite attitudes towards the game. Smile, reserved and methodical, struggles with holding back his potential, while Peco, naturally talented yet uncommitted, questions his motivation after defeat. This anime's artistic style initially surprises, but quickly becomes essential to conveying the rawness of emotion and depth of character exploration. It's storytelling at its finest—real, honest, and gripping—capturing the emotional stakes that made Haikyuu!! so unforgettable. Slam Dunk is the godfather of basketball anime Few sports anime have shaped their genre as powerfully as Slam Dunk. Following Hanamichi Sakuragi—a rebellious high-schooler who joins the basketball team to impress a girl—the series becomes a deeply personal tale of growth, teamwork, and rivalry. Slam Dunk isn't just popular; it practically ignited Japan's interest in basketball, making it culturally impactful beyond the anime realm. Just as Haikyuu!! brought volleyball into mainstream conversations, Slam Dunk captured a generation, making basketball a household sport in Japan. Its charm lies in its blend of humor, drama, and authentic portrayal of adolescent struggles and triumphs. Each of these anime will bring you something unique: passion, introspection, laughter, or tears. They're not ranked because emotional journeys can't be neatly ordered. They're felt, lived, and remembered. So if Haikyuu!! left you yearning for another emotional rollercoaster filled with grit, sweat, friendship, and raw human spirit, these anime promise exactly that. Dive in and prepare to cheer, cry, and fall in love all over again. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
