Trent Wing Cross Country Championships 2025 – 2026 Season

On Sunday 12th October 2025, cadets from across Trent Wing gathered at RAF Cranwell for this year’s Trent Wing Cross Country Championships. The event saw an incredible turnout, with 175 cadets from 18 Squadrons taking on the challenge — a fantastic increase from last year’s 119 competitors.

The day showcased the determination, teamwork, and resilience that define our cadets, as they tackled challenging routes across Cranwell’s open terrain. Competitors ran in four categories — Junior Girls, Junior Boys, Senior Girls, and Senior Boys — with impressive performances throughout.

🏆 Category Highlights

Junior Girls

🥇 Cdt E. McGann – 204 (City of Lincoln) – 21:21

🥈 Cpl E. Mulholland – 204 (City of Lincoln) – 21:25

🥉 Cdt C. Brownless – 204 (City of Lincoln) – 21:45

Junior Boys

🥇 Cdt A. Puczylo – 203 (Gainsborough) – 15:44

🥈 Cdt F. Rogers – 620 (Derwent Valley) – 17:44

🥉 Cdt T. Eliades – 2160 (Sleaford) – 17:45

Senior Girls

🥇 Sgt M. Bacon – 2000 (Eckington) – 24:44

🥈 Sgt P. Everett – 303 (Worksop) – 25:43

🥉 Cpl E. Kaufman – 2000 (Eckington) – 25:51

Senior Boys

🥇 Sgt N. Lilleker-Pech – 331 (Chesterfield) – 18:12 (New Record)

🥈 Sgt H. Welsby – 384 (Mansfield) – 18:20

🥉 Cpl F. Wallace – 384 (Mansfield) – 19:38

🥇 Team Results

Junior Girls:

1️⃣ 204 (City of Lincoln)

2️⃣ 2160 (Sleaford)

3️⃣ 1073 (Skegness)

Junior Boys:

1️⃣ 620 (Derwent Valley)

2️⃣ 331 (Chesterfield)

3️⃣ 2000 (Eckington)

Senior Girls:

1️⃣ 331 (Chesterfield)

2️⃣ 47F (Grantham)

3️⃣ 2160 (Sleaford)

Senior Boys:

1️⃣ 384 (Mansfield)

2️⃣ 2160 (Sleaford)

3️⃣ 620 (Derwent Valley)

🏆 Overall Wing Champions

🥇 331 (Chesterfield) – 577 points

🥈 620 (Derwent Valley) – 548 points

🥉 2160 (Sleaford) – 540 points

A huge congratulations to all cadets who took part — whether competing for medals or cheering from the sidelines, your effort and enthusiasm made the day a success.

Special thanks go to Flt Lt R. Gaywood, Wing Sports Officer, for organising the event, and to the dedicated team of staff and volunteers who ensured the day ran safely and smoothly. Additional appreciation goes to 203 (Gainsborough) Squadron for keeping everyone fuelled with an excellent tuck shop throughout the day.

The Wing looks forward to seeing many of these talented athletes represent Trent Wing at the upcoming Region Cross Country Championships — good luck to all those selected!

(Photo credit: CI S Hullott from 2160 (Sleaford) Squadron)