A Week of Triumphs, Tears, and Tenacity in Lincolnshire Sport

It’s been a whirlwind week for sports in Lincolnshire, filled with triumphant records, unfortunate injuries, and heartfelt support. The vibrant sporting spirit of our community has been on full display, with everyone from octogenarian sprinters to teenage boxing prodigies making headlines.Let’s begin with our beloved Lincoln City, who’ve been dealt a tough blow with the injuries to Jovon Makama and Dom Jefferies. The talented duo will be sorely missed in the final five games of the League One season. Their absence will be felt, but we know our team has the resilience to face the challenge head on. Making waves on the athletics track, Lincoln’s own Betty Stracey proved age is just a number, smashing not one, but two British records in the 800m and 1,500m for women aged 85 and over. This sprint queen’s remarkable feat is a testament to the enduring sporting spirit in every corner of our community. On a more sombre note, our hearts go out to young rider Saffron Cresswell. In a touching display of solidarity, Olympic gold medallist Ros Canter will be running the London Marathon in her honour, with all proceeds going to Spinal Research. It’s a beautiful reminder that beyond the competition, sports are about standing up for each other.Despite being forced off their home turf twice in a year, the indomitable Lincolnshire Hockey Club is undeterred. Their recent move to Yarborough Leisure Centre was short-lived due to the venue’s closure, but we’re confident they’ll bounce back soon. Finally, we turn our attention to Grantham’s teenage boxing prodigy, Learna. Balancing GCSE exams and training for the prestigious Four Nations, she embodies the dedication and determination that make Lincolnshire sport so special. In a week of highs and lows, the unwavering spirit and resilience of our sporting community have shone through. Here’s to another week of triumphs, challenges and everything in between.