Chichester athletes shine in Sussex Cross-Country League meet at Stanmer

Once the frost had cleared, perfect conditions greeted the best cross country runners in the county for the third Sussex League fixture at Stanmer Park, Brighton, on Saturday.
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At one of the most iconic venues in the county, the fixture was a chance for both individuals and teams to consolidate their positions before the Christmas break – as well as being an opportunity for the top athletes in each age group to show their form before heading to Oxford this Saturday for the South East Inter Counties Championships.

Senior men and women

While the club’s juniors were in their usual good form, it was the combined strength of Chichester’s senior men and women which caught the eye and brought the day’s racing to a very satisfying conclusion.

Max Gayle (under 13) leading a group of runners at the top of the hill | Picture: Ian LuxfordMax Gayle (under 13) leading a group of runners at the top of the hill | Picture: Ian Luxford