FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
Athletics at Eastbourne College continues to build on a proud tradition of a pursuit of excellence. Pupils compete in a full calendar of home and away fixtures, including the Sussex AAA County Schools Championships and the increasingly competitive Sussex Independent Schools Diamond League (SISDL) – a dynamic new format that showcases talent across the region.
Training takes place both on the College grounds and at the professional tartan running track at Eastbourne Sports Park, giving pupils access to high-quality facilities during games sessions. There are also strong links with Sussex Athletics and local athletics clubs, supporting those who wish to train and compete beyond the College programme.
Each year culminates in the much-anticipated Sports Athletics Day, where boys and girls compete both individually and for their houses in a lively display of College spirit and athleticism.
Recent Successes
2025 Highlights
The College team enjoyed another outstanding year in the Sussex Independent Schools Diamond League, winning:
- 6 gold
- 2 silver
- 4 bronze
Several pupils achieved personal bests, set new College and Diamond League records.
17 athletes qualified for the Sussex Championships, a record number in recent years.
Eliza Williams-Thomas was selected to represent Sussex at the National Schools Championships, an exceptional achievement on the national stage.
alumni
Noah Canby (Powell) – Crowned National Champion at the British Youth Triathlon Championships and winner of the under-40 category in the 2019 Eastbourne Sprint Triathlon.
George Pool (Pennell) – U17 County Champion, and fastest leg runner in the U17 South of England Road Relays (2019).
Spike Gleave (Powell) (2017):
- 7th place at English Schools Combined Events
- Winner of the Decathlon title
- Gold medal with Sussex team at Junior Boys Regional Pentathlon (2nd individually)
- Sussex Multi-Event Champion
