Officiating at Leamington C&AC
Setting the Standard for Athletics Officials in Warwickshire
Leamington Cycling & Athletics Club has one of the strongest and most respected officiating teams in Warwickshire — 20 qualified officials covering every discipline across track, field, endurance and timekeeping.
For the last two consecutive years LC&AC has provided over 50% of the officials at the Warwickshire Athletics County Championships — a testament to both the number and quality of officials that the club has developed through its structured mentoring programme.
Our officials are known across the region for their professionalism, confidence and technical knowledge. We have four Level 4 officials — the highest level in the club — across field judging, endurance and timekeeping. Field judges from LC&AC have attracted consistently positive feedback from other clubs and organisations throughout Warwickshire and beyond.
officials coordinator
Building the Next Generation of Officials
Leamington C&AC’s officiating programme is led by Mary Hodges — winner of the England Athletics National Official of the Year Award 2020 and the driving force behind one of the most respected officiating development programmes in the region.
Mary holds Level 4 qualifications in both Field Judging and Endurance officiating — the highest levels achievable — and brings that expertise to every official she mentors within the club.
Under Mary’s coordination, LC&AC has built a structured development pathway for new officials — pairing beginners with experienced Level 3 and Level 4 officials so that knowledge, experience and best practice are passed on directly. New officials are supported at every stage of their journey from Level 1 through to Level 4.
“I want officials to approach their duties with confidence and professionalism. The standard we set reflects on the club and on athletics as a whole.”
Mary also holds a Level 2 Track Judge qualification, adding to her breadth of expertise across the sport.
Mary Hodges — Level 4 Field Judge · Level 4 Endurance Official · England Athletics National Official of the Year 2020 · Officials Coordinator
Officials Development
How we develop officials at Leamington C&AC
Structured Mentoring
New officials are paired with experienced Level 3 and Level 4 officials from the moment they join the programme.
This direct mentoring relationship ensures knowledge is passed on practically — at real competitions and training events, not just in a classroom.
Clear Progression Pathway
Leamington C&AC’s development programme provides a clear pathway from Level 1 through to Level 4.
Officials are supported at every stage with guidance, opportunities to officiate at progressively higher-level competitions, and the mentoring they need to progress with confidence.
Regional Recognition
The quality of LC&AC’s officials development programme is reflected in our regional standing. Providing over 50% of the officials at the Warwickshire County Championships for two consecutive years demonstrates what a structured, committed approach to officials development can achieve.
the officials team
20 qualified officials across every discipline
Our team of 20 officials covers every discipline needed to run a well-officiated athletics meeting — from field judging and timekeeping to photo finish, track judging, endurance officiating and starting.
Field Judges
|
Official |
Level |
|---|---|
|
Mary Hodges |
Level 4 |
|
David Ashbourne |
Level 4 |
|
Tom Gould |
Level 4 |
|
andrew morrey |
Level 3 |
|
jane puzey |
Level 3 |
|
nick tawney |
Level 2 |
|
lauren ashbourne |
Level 2 |
|
karoline schneider |
Level 2 |
|
mark hunt |
Level 2 |
|
emma sparrow |
Level 1 |
|
anna lockhart |
Level 1 |
|
catherine pattenden |
Level 1 |
|
mary carter |
Level 1 |
Endurance Officials
|
Official |
Level |
|---|---|
|
Mary Hodges |
Level 4 |
|
alan edwards |
Level 4 |
|
noel butler |
Level 3 |
|
christopher hitchman |
Level 3 |
|
emma sparrow |
Level 2 |
Timekeepers
|
Official |
Level |
|---|---|
|
alan edwards |
Level 4 |
|
noel butler |
Level 3 |
|
laura cale |
Level 3 |
|
Christopher hitchman |
Level 2 |
|
michael aston |
Level 2 |
|
louise marsh |
Level 1 |
Track Judges
|
Official |
Level |
|---|---|
|
Noel butler |
Level 3 |
|
monica howat |
Level 3 |
|
ben howat |
Level 3 |
|
Christopher hitchman |
Level 3 |
|
emma sparrow |
Level 2 |
|
mary hodges |
Level 2 |
Photofinish
|
Official |
Level |
|---|---|
|
alan edwards |
Level 3 |
|
tom gould |
Level 1 |
|
ben howat |
Level 1 |
|
Christopher hitchman |
Level 1 |
|
emma sparrow |
Level 1 |
|
andrew morrey |
Level 1 |
Starter/Starters Assistant
|
Official |
Level |
|---|---|
|
Christopher hitchman |
Starter Level 2 / Starters Assistant Level 3 |
Level 4 Officials
Our most experienced officials
Mary Hodges
level 4 field Judge
Level 4 Endurance official
Mary is one of the few officials in Warwickshire to hold Level 4 qualifications across two disciplines — and the England Athletics National Official of the Year 2020.
Alan Edwards
level 4 Timekeeper
Level 4 Endurance Official
Alan’s breadth of qualification across four different roles makes him one of the most versatile officials at the club and in the region.
Tom Gould
level 4 field judge
Tom’s Level 4 field judging complements his role as U14 junior coach — giving him a unique perspective on both the coaching and officiating sides of athletics.
David Ashbourne
level 4 field judge
David combines his role as Lead Throws Coach and Club Chair with Level 4 field judging — bringing a coach’s eye for technical detail to his officiating.
get involved
Interested in becoming an athletics official?
Athletics officials are always in demand — at every level from local club meetings to regional and national championships. If you are interested in becoming a qualified athletics official, LC&AC’s mentoring programme provides the ideal environment to learn and develop.
You don’t need any prior experience — just an interest in athletics and a willingness to learn. New officials are paired with experienced mentors from day one.
For more information about officiating at LC&AC please contact our Officials Coordinator
Or visit England Athletics for information about officiating qualifications:
[England Athletics Officiating →]