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Babcock commit to supporting RAF Sport with new agreement announced

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Babcock commit to supporting RAF Sport with new agreement announced

The RAF Central Fund is delighted to announce that after a successful first year, Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence and aerospace company, has agreed to continue its partnership as a proud supporter of RAF Sport into 2025.

11th December 2024

Celebrating RAF Sportsman of the Year 2024: Mike Cutler

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Celebrating RAF Sportsman of the Year 2024: Mike Cutler

The 2024 RAF Sport Awards represented an opportunity to honour the finest athletic talent within the RAF Community, and this year’s RAF Sportsman of the Year award belonged to a truly extraordinary individual - Mike Cutler.

6th December 2024

The Rising Popularity of Pickleball

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The Rising Popularity of Pickleball

Combining elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong, pickleball is a sport rising in popularity across the RAF. With its unique blend of accessibility, fun and competitiveness, pickleball offers a great opportunity for people of all ages and fitness levels to get involved in sport, from avid athletes to beginners looking for a new physical activity.

27th November 2024

Accounts Payable Administrator

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Accounts Payable Administrator

We are looking for an organised and efficient individual to support the Fund’s Finance department over the next 12 months. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail and accuracy plus experience with accounts payable and reconciliations.

22nd November 2024

Operations Assistant

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Operations Assistant

We are looking for an organised and adaptable individual to support the Fund’s Operations department to provide effective and proactive support.

19th November 2024

RAF Central Fund Study Reveals £6.5 Million Social Value of Sport and Physical Activity

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RAF Central Fund Study Reveals £6.5 Million Social Value of Sport and Physical Activity

A new report commissioned by the RAF Central Fund has revealed the profound impact of sport and physical activity on both the wellbeing of personnel and the overall social value created within the service.

15th November 2024

Top Table Tennis Talent Headlines 2024 RAF Sport Awards

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Top Table Tennis Talent Headlines 2024 RAF Sport Awards

Among the impressive line-up of winners, a special highlight was AS1 Darcie Muggeson Proud, who was awarded RAF Sportswoman of the Year. She has achieved remarkable success in her first year of service.

14th November 2024

RAF Archery Success at UK National County Champs

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RAF Archery Success at UK National County Champs

Nine archers from across the RAF recently participated in the 2024 UK National County Championships at the Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre. The team achieved their best ever result in the competition, collecting a bronze medal in the Mixed Barebow event. We caught up with Sergeant Ellie Spinks and Flying Officer Ryan Elkes to hear all about the event and their success.

31st October 2024

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