Memorabilia

Back Row (Left to Right):

Colin Oberlin-Harris / Richard Lee / Martin Cross / Andrew Cratchley /  Bob Robins / Eammon Diamond / Bill Cratchley

Front Row (Left to Right):

Alison Ray / Sally Brown / Jackie Taylor /  Jane Frapwell / Mollie Mills

Courtesy of Jackie Taylor

SADAC Season review - Courtesy of Tony Brown

SADAC Season review - Courtesy of Tony Brown

A Powerhouse of Young Athletes at Archway School 

This incredible group photo, kindly donated by founding member Jackie Taylor, showcases just how strong the club's junior membership was during the 1980s.

Pictured center is original coach and key club founder Colin Oberlin-Harris, resplendent in his classic green Stroud & District tracksuit. Founding member Jackie Taylor is pictured standing third to the right of him.

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Courtesy - Jackie Taylor

SADAC Season review - Courtesy of Jackie Taylor

A club Mascot from the 1980's - Courtesy of Colin Oberlin Harris

Courtesy of Colin Oberlin Harris

Courtesy of Colin Oberlin Harris

Courtesy of Colin Oberlin Harris

Courtesy of Colin Oberlin Harris

Best in the West HM Jacket - Courtesy of Colin Oberlin Harris

April 1993 - Article on SADAC history

By April 1993, local press highlighted Stroud as the essential club for the valleys, praised for its pleasant atmosphere and dedication to the athlete, regardless of ability. Leading member Mollie Mills famously summarized the club's ethos: 'The club aims to encourage team spirit and obtain the best from athletes whatever their ability.'

By this time, the October Stroud Half-Marathon had already seen well over 12,000 runners cross its finish line. The club's young athletes team was rising rapidly, aiming to take their 1992 Avon League success straight into the National Young Athletes League.