Written by: Michelle Wyllie

As event hosts and organisers, Champions (UK) Plc are delighted to announce the huge success of this years Numark British Par 3 Championships.

Celebrating its 75th Anniversary, with the legendary Tony Jacklin CBE hosting all 4 days, Nailcote Hall in the Midlands was awash with a host of famous faces and professionals golfers.

Celebrities such as DJ Spoony, Jasper Carrot, Peter Shilton MBE OBE, Willie Thorne, Lee Sharpe, Peter Schemeichel and William Roache MBE (to name but a few!), could be seen making their way around the notorious par 3 course with their team mates on 4th and 7th August.

Professionals competing for the title of Numark British Par 3 Champion 2008 included Mark Mouland, Graeme Storm, Lee Slattery and Dave Edwards. After 2 grueling days around the challenging Cromwell course, Mark Mouland was crowned the overall winner with a finishing score of 5 under par and walked away with the £5000 prize fund.

During the evenings, celebrities, professionals and their guests were invited to attend a black-tie, gala dinner in tribute to Sir Tommy Horton and also invited to attend the official prize giving ceremonies. The grand finale on the Thursday evening was again a black-tie gala dinner in which guests were treated to a banquet of fine food, wine and entertainment which saw the celebrations last long into the early hours!

Excitement is already growing for next years championship with both Tony Jacklin CBE and Peter Schemeichel eagerly awaiting their invite in the post.

For further information, please visit the official website www.britishpar3championship.co.uk or keep watching this space

Written by: Champions (UK) Plc

As proud event hosts and organisers, Champions (UK) Plc are delighted to announce the magnificant array of personalities who will be attending 'An Evening with the Olympic Medal Winners' Gala Dinner on Thursday 6th November 2008 at The East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham.

On behalf of the charity CP Sport, the legendary Kriss Akabusi MBE and Steve Cram MBE will be joining us on the evening to share their stories of their celebrated careers and sporting achievements.

To make sure the evening runs smoothly, the wonderful Willie Thorne will be on hand to host the evenings events and on behalf of CP Sport; Stephen Miller, who has represented Great Britain in 3 Paralympic Games will be there to explain the importance of the charity and the amazing work they have achieved.

Guests will also be treated to a wonderful 3 course meal, have the opportunity to have their picture taken with the stars of the evening and also purchase one-off, original pieces of sporting memorabilia.

Champions (UK) Plc, event sponsors Mattioli Woods and CP Sport hope that you and your guests will be able to join us for what is set to be an evening full of exceptional sporting heros and a once in a lifetime opportunity to hear direct from Kriss and Steve just what it takes to be an Olympic Great!!!

For further information or to book a table, please contact the Champions team on 08453 313031 or email Amelia Benskin at abenskin@championsukplc.com

Written by: Michelle Wyllie

On Monday 22 September 2008, The team at Champions (UK) Plc relocated to their new, purpose built head offices based at Barrington House, Costock.

Complete with state of the art technology, lavish office space and gymnasium, the team at Champions (UK) Plc are looking forward to settling into their new home and continuing to expand as rapidly has they have over the previous 12 months.

Written by: Champions (UK) Plc

As of Wednesday 23rd October, Henry Olonga officially became part of the Champions team joining elite sportsmen such as Graeme Storm, Peter Shilton MBE OBE and Willie Thorne. Champions (UK) Plc are delighted to be managing Henry and are looking forward to working with Henry on a number of exciting projects and an array of corporate work.

Zimbabwian cricketer Henry Olonga first made his international debut in a test match against Pakistan in 1995 at the tender age of 18; becoming the youngest player ever to represent Zimbabwa.

Henry made international headlines along with Andy Flower when both donned black arm bands in protest against the 'Death of Democracy' in Zimbabwa. After receiving disturbing threats, Henry was unable to return to his homeland which was when he then decided to flee Zimbabwa and build a new life in England.

Now firmly settled in England, Henry is fast emerging as an extremley talented tenor who has appeared in productions such as Annie Get Your Gun, Joseph and his Technicolour Dreamcoat and Gondoliers.

A man of many talents; Henry has recently recorded and released a contemporary album and it also pursuing his passion for drawing. Currently Henry is in the process of recording his 2nd album which will be released in the New Year and although still working very closely with Lashings, will also be showcasing his talents within the corporate sector with PA's, Q&A's, Tenor Performances and Golf Days.


If you would like any further information on Henry or how to book him for your next event, please contact 08453 313031 or email info@championsukplc.com