Horsham recorded a comfportable win in the Sussex Premier League on Saturday, as Roffey suffered a first defeat of the season.
Current Champions Hastings Priory continue to lead after enjoying their fifth outright win of the season.
Preston Nomads, champions for the previous three seasons lie in second place, they, too, have won five games. Third placed Roffey suffered their first defeat of the season at home to East Grinstead.
Horsham enjoyed a comfortable win at home to Bexhill to consolidate fourth place whilst the battle at the bottom saw Eastbourne win for the first time this season in their away game at Worthing.
Another fine innings from Kirk Werners set up Hastings for a convincing home win against Chichester. The young Sussex all-rounder made 109 not out as Hastings were dismissed for 195.
John Morgan made 38 as Aussie Adam Zampa grabbed 4 for 78.
Morgan then stepped up with the ball to take 7 for 38 and with Werners taking 3 for 16 the visitors crashed to 59 all out.
Joe Gatting used his day off from county duties to whack a 63 ball century to take Preston Nomads to victory by four wickets at home to Brighton and Hove.
Brighton were bowled out for 198 despite 76 from Craig Young and 31 from Tim Jarvis, Carl Simon taking 5 for 39.
Gatting then hit 106 despite being dropped a costly three times. Rob Wakeford added 35 not out as Chris Liddle and Matt Wood each took two wickets.
Another Sussex youngster proved the match winner for East Grinstead at Roffey.
Will Adkin carried his bat for 86 not out as Grinstead made 176 for 6 facing a Roffey score of 175 for 6 declared.
For Roffey Michael Norris made 44 and Christ Plaister 32 as Craig Fowle took 4 for 62.
Adkin was dropped twice early in his innings but played a mature innings to see his side home despite drizzle and poor light for much of the time.
Andy McGorian and Stuart Whittingham each took two wickets for the home side.
Bexhill are finding life in the Premier League a tough battle after their promotion last year.
At Horsham they were dismissed for 138 despite 31 from skipper Malcolm Johnson and 26 from Tom Powell. Two leg spinners did the damage, Michael Munday taking 3 for 39 and Will Beer 2 for 21.
In reply Horsham cruised to 142 for 2 in just 25 overs as James Johnson made 60 not out and John Burroughs 40.
The Sussex success story continued as Luke Wells made 130 for Eastbourne at Worthing to take his side to their first win of the season.
Eastbourne looked in trouble at 30 for 3 but Aaron Mullins (55) joined Wells to rebuild the innings, Luke Vinter took 3 for 55 for Worthing.
Worthing then tumbled to 112 all out as Ed Giddins took 4 for 28.
Three Bridges continue to lead the Second Division by 21 points despite being held to a draw at Findon.
Bridges were dismissed for 168 as Jack Metters took 4 for 31.
Mick Demetriou then held the Findon innings together as they reached stumps at 132 for 8, he made 76.
Glynde, who finished third last season, are currently in second place following a six wicket win at Haywards Heath who they bowled out for 145.
In that total Ollie Graham top scored with 32 as Dale Tranter took 3 for 62.
Glynde them moved smoothly to 146 for 4 with 49 from Dominic Shepheard and 35 not out from Ollie Bailey.
St James’s lie third following their draw at Cuckfield where the home side made 209 with a hard hit 48 from Jamie Newson as George Taylor took 5 for 42.
In the visitors’ 189 for 8 Adam Davies made 31 as Ebrel Erwee took 4 for 60.
Ifield found it very easy at home to Sidley who they bowled out for just 122. Sam Steel was top scorer, he made 25 as Dan Groves took 3 for 36.
Raza Alli with 51 not out and Jovan Nel (53) took the home side to victory by nine wickets at 123 for 1.
Goring made short work of dismissing Pulborough for just 94 as Ellis Woolley took 4 for 19 and Matt Keen 4 for 34.
The home side then won by five wickets at 85 for 5 with 27 from Dan Pitham, Kuldeep Rawat took 3 for 43.
All league positions in Division 3 West remain unchanged after each the top five beat one of the bottom five.
Middleton’s Brandon Hanley enjoyed a fine all round game top scoring with 69 in their 218-9. Ben Hansford added 56 whilst Slinfold’s Guy Thorne took 4-68.
In reply Slinfold were blown away for just 50 as Hanley’s 4-28 was surpassed by Tom Davies who took 6-17.
Bognor remain second just three points behind after an equally resounding victory at home to Wisborough Green. The visitors were bowled out for just 89 with Elliott Clarke making 45 as Bognor won by 7 wickets.
Billingshurst also scored a maximum after a 4 wicket success at Arundel. Arundel’s 149 was marked by Dhanushka Mitipolaarachchi snaring 5-30 and Mike Burroughs 50 not out led them to victory.
Stirlands remain fourth after a 131 run win at Littlehampton. Sean Heather (129) also scored a personal fourth (century in succession) and, as last week was ably supported by Will Gubbins with 73 not out.
Stirlands declared on 241-4 and bowled out Littlehampton for 110 with Chris May taking 3-11.
The result left Littlehampton pointless from the game and rooted at the foot of the table.
Steyning won a relatively low scoring game at Pagham making just 144. Pagham however were knocked over for just 92 after 6-37 from Matheesha Ranasinghe.
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Wimbledon 2012: Sportsmail picks its 10 men to watch at SW19 - Daily Mail
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With Wimbledon just days away, Sportsmail looks at 10 competitors in the men's pool that are sure to make it a tournament to remember.
Rafael Nadal managed to finally beat world No 1 Novak Djokovic at the French Open, as Andy Murray searches for his first Grand Slam title in front of his home crowd.
Man to beat: Novak Djokovic is defending his title at SW19
Novak Djokovic
Djokovic gave hope to the rest that he is human by losing to Rafael Nadal at the French Open - the first time he has lost a grand slam final since dominating the men's game 18 months ago.
One defeat does not mean his crown has slipped, though, and the Serbian very much remains the man to beat.
Rafael Nadal
The Spaniard finally seems to have broken the spell Djokovic has held over him for the last year and could not be in better form having again ruled the clay-court season, culminating in a record seventh French title by beating Djokovic. Wimbledon title number three looks a distinct possibility.
Up for it? Rafael Nadal hoped to dethrone Djokovic
Roger Federer
For some, Federer is becoming the forgotten man of men's tennis, which is ludicrous given his record and standing as arguably the greatest player of all-time.
Recent grand slams suggest he can no longer compete with Djokovic and Nadal - his last win was in January 2010 - but the lure of a seventh SW19 title will spur him on.
Andy Murray
The perennial great British hope, Murray remains a strong contender but doubts over his ability to topple Djokovic or Nadal remain.
He was broken by the former at the Australian Open and was knocked out of the French at the quarters. In a summer of British sporting euphoria, all eyes will be on him.
Still trying: Andy Murray is hoping to win his first Grand Slam tournament
Juan Martin del Potro
The fiery Argentinian is still to show the form that saw him threaten to make the big four a five before injury struck.
He was unlucky to run into a belligerent Nadal at Wimbledon a year ago and, if he gets a good draw, he could go far.
David Ferrer
Arguably the most consistent player on the tour behind the usual suspects, the Spaniard accounted for Murray in France and is a solid player in every department, even if grass is not his preferred surface.
Permanence of class: Roger Federer is vying to win his seventh Wimbledon crown
Bernard Tomic
Australia's heir to Lleyton Hewitt, teenager Tomic caused quite a stir a year ago, accounting for some big names including Robin Soderling on his way to a quarter-final spot. He is unlikely to win it, but SW19 is clearly a special place for him so progress could be possible.
Mardy Fish
Fish's realisation of his clear talent has been one of the highlights of the last year, although his shock withdrawal from the French with a heart condition raises questions over the level of fitness he will bring to London.
Exciting: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has provided some scintillating tennis this season
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
Few will forget charismatic Frenchman Tsonga's stunning come-from-behind quarter-final win over Federer last year, but to land that elusive maiden major, he needs to do it consistently.
So far, he has not shown that he can, but he is always good value for the crowd and the tournament.
John Isner
The giant American has shown there is more to his game than big serving and durability, and the grass will suit him.
A good draw could see him finally go deep into a tournament.
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Queen’s Police Medal for Hailsham police officer - Lewes Today
A SUSSEX Police officer from Hailsham with a passion to help young people has been awarded the Queen’s Police Medal in the Birthday Honours List announced on Saturday, June 16.
PC Kate Brookman has been the Neighbourhood Schools Officer covering south Wealden for 17 years.
But to the thousands of children she works with and those who have grown up, she’s known as ‘PC Kate’.
PC Brookman said: “It started when I went to my first school assembly for children aged only four or five. I thought it would be simpler for them to remember my first name, but it was also important to keep the ‘PC’. I wanted them to learn that police are people who are friendly and who they can trust.
“Since then, it’s stuck! In the local area, everyone calls me that. Some of the young people I used to work with now have children of their own at school, so there are whole generations who call me ‘PC Kate’. I love it, but it’s sometimes confusing when people come to the police station or call asking for me.”
PC Kate first joined Sussex Police as a special constable, because she wanted to see what it was like before deciding if it was the right choice for her. She has been a full-time officer for 26 years - with roles including neighbourhood officer in Eastbourne, communications officer at Gatwick and crime scene support officer - before she found her passion working with young people.
Talking about what she enjoys most about her role, she added: “I am lucky to meet so many great young people, especially as they can unfairly get a bad name from others. I feel privileged already to work with them, so could hardly believe when I was told I’d be receiving an honour from the Queen.
“Of course, I also help schools and families deal with some really difficult issues. What makes me most proud is when I can help a young person through a really rough patch or when they come back when they’re older and tell me I helped keep them on the right path and out of trouble.
“I’m a huge believer in working with the community. The police cannot identify issues or solve problems on our own. I am lucky to have schools who phone me regularly, shops that let me know what’s going on, not to mention all the assistance from young people’s families and friends and the wider public.
“The world changes, but young people and their issues stay largely the same. I’m still doing the safety talks in schools and speaking with head teachers like I did 17 years ago, but these days I also have 1,900 Facebook friends who I share advice with and who sometimes ask me for help.”
PC Kate Brookman is married to Sussex Police officer Chief Inspector Steve Brookman, who works in the Operational Communications Department, and they have two teenage boys. Her family are excited to be accompanying her to Buckingham Palace later in the year where she will receive the honour.
Chief Constable Martin Richards said: “I am delighted that Kate’s passion to serve her local community has been recognised. The way Kate has dedicated her career to working with young people - from giving them the knowledge to stay safe at a very young age through to helping them during really challenging times in later years - is an inspiration to us all.”
Source: www.sussexexpress.co.uk
A rainy Royal Ascot and a wetter Wimbledon... pack the umbrella for Britain's two marquee 'summer' events - Daily Mail
By Ian Garland
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Ladies Day at Royal Ascot is chance for high society to dress up and show off at one of Britain's great sporting events.
But fashionistas at this year's Gold Cup meeting will need to swap their pashminas for a plastic poncho.
Forecasters are predicting Ladies Day on Thursday will be a washout and the wet weather will stick around to put on a dampener on Wimbledon the week after.
Dark clouds loom overhead as Jamie Poole carries the Olympic Torch through Hartlepool today
Britain was hit by rain and wind over the weekend, and it's set to return on Thursday
The five-day Royal Meeting starts at Ascot today, as most of the country is still recovering from a weekend of windy and unsettled weather.
Most of the south will be treated to sunshine and temperatures in the low 20s at the start of the week.
Racegoers take shelter during a shower at Ascot in 2008
But things will take a turn for the worst on Thursday.
Rain and high winds return and temperatures will drop.
Met Office forecaster Tom Morgan told the MailOnline last night: 'From tomorrow, there should be a good deal of dry weather.
'Temperatures will be in the low 20s by wednesday and it will feel quite warm.
'But Thursday will see a change into more unsettled conditions, there will be outbreaks of rain and it will be windier, meaning it will feel colder too.'
The unsettled weather is likely to continue into the first week of Wimbledon where it looks likely to disrupt a packed tennis schedule.
Tom Morgan said: 'For Wimbledon in particular, there will be showers on many of the days
and bands of rain will go through on certain days, which will cause prolonged delays to play.'
That means we could be heading for a repeat of previous years, when entire days of play have been wiped out by rain and the schedule has run into a third week.
It's too soon to know if the unsettled summer will affect London Olympics - but the Met Office warn the wet weather is here to stay, for now at least.
Mr Morgan continued: 'There are no prolonged dry spells ahead.
'The indications are that unsettle conditions will continue for the rest of June and into July.'
But there is some hope the weather will settle in time for the sporting showcase, which opens in Stratford on July 27th - for those in the south, at least.
Mr Morgan said: 'What we think is most likely is that the more unsettled conditions will transfer north towards Scotland.
'Southern areas will see more in the way of dry weather and less frequent shower and rain.'
Tennis fans cower under umbrellas during a rain shower at last year's championships
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Royal ascot does not start today it starts tomorrow. - - wiseoldhead, Brighton Sussex, --- It's all to do with time travel on the internet. In Australia it's already tomorrow, there it's half way through, while here it's only just today!
- Carl, OK,US, 18/6/2012 13:58
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