Outstanding local hammer thrower, Dylan Menhennet, has recently enjoyed further success at the English Schools Championship.

The John Kyrle High School student cemented his position as UK number one in the event for his age group with a personal best throw of 55.48m. He told the Ross Gazette: “On the day of the competition I had very little sleep from the pressure of expectations. At the comp we were delayed before my event so we started to get nervous. My coach, Andrew Compton came to support me and helped calm me down and made sure my warm up throws went smoothly.

“My first throw was 44m – I knew this would allow me into the top eight for all six throws. On my second throw I reached 50.66m which proved to be my best of the day and got me the gold. It was the proudest moment of my life to be awarded the gold medal on the podium of Alexandra stadium, wearing the Hereford and Worcester colours in front of all spectators and athletes.

“I’d like to thank everyone at John Kyrle for supporting me and for giving me the opportunity to compete in such a big event especially Mr Griffiths and Mrs Godwin.”