Sport

Horsham Sparrows is celebrating its 50th year in 2017. Founded shortly after England’s World Cup win in ‘66, the club has nurtured generations of young players in the town.  Today, Sparrows is the only club in Horsham recognised with FA Standard Charter...

I recently dragged my family out for a walk along the South Downs near Chanctonbury Ring. At about the time my children started complaining that the wind was making theirs ears hurt, a glider soared elegantly overhead and with surprising speed disappeared into the...

Horsham Fencing Club attracts members of all ages thanks to its relaxed atmosphere and a patient approach to coaching. AAH found out more from coach Will Miller, chair Jerry Lowen, master-at-arms Andy Watson, regular fencers Harry Williams and Jo Goddard, as well as...

The Horsham Club is a leading team in the Horsham and District Snooker League, winning Division 1 for three years in succession. With the game’s popularity waning, efforts are being made to encourage a new generation of players. We speak to members Dominic Wakefield,...

There’s been an increase in the popularity of water-based sports during the pandemic, with kayaks and paddleboards a common sight on local rivers. This offers some comfort to businesses such as The Kayak Coach, based on the banks of the River Adur at Ashurst, and...

Derek Paxton has devoted his life to judo as a coach, competitor and referee. A work accident left him unable to reach the highest levels of the sport, but he has coached hundreds of people of all ages since establishing Horsham Judo Club in 1976. Here, Derek tells...

Like many sports clubs, Horsham Indoor Bowls Club was heavily impacted by the pandemic. By focusing on a relaxed atmosphere and nurturing newcomers, the club’s membership is now recovering. AAH visited the Broadbridge Heath-based club on its January Open Day and spoke...

Atlantis Swimming Club is enjoying another outstanding season, retaining its status as Sussex League champions in July.  As well as being County Champions in one of the most competitive swimming counties in the UK, 11 Atlantis swimmers were selected to compete at the...

Broadbridge Heath Football Club has sat largely in the shadow of Horsham FC since it was founded in 1919. It has endured turbulent times, but has recently emerged as a strong independent club, offering community football from Under-7s to Under-18s, with a...