Weymouth Bay Sharks Hall of Fame
The athletes who have shaped the future of the Weymouth Bay Sharks
Club National Championships
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Hammer Throw
Juanito Bigorra represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 89 until Season 104 and established himself as one of the club's most accomplished throwing specialists. His career with the club was built around outstanding success in the Hammer Throw while also delivering major performances in the Shot Put, Discus Throw and Javelin Throw. During his time with the Sharks he amassed an exceptional collection of championship honours, including twenty-three Individual National Championship titles, together with further gold medals at both Club National and Club Regional Championships. His international experience included appearances at the Olympic Games, Continental Championships, Continental Under-21 Championships and the Champions Cup, demonstrating his ability to compete consistently against elite opposition throughout a lengthy period.
His personal bests of 64.16 in the Hammer Throw, 59.51 in the Discus Throw, 62.57 in the Javelin Throw and 18.01 in the Shot Put reflected the breadth of his throwing ability. Bigorra also secured numerous National League podium finishes while representing Weymouth Bay Sharks and remained a regular contributor in major competitions across many seasons. Following his departure from the club in Season 104, he moved to Chimbarongo in Season 106 and remains an active athlete, continuing his competitive career beyond his distinguished spell with Weymouth Bay Sharks.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual National Champs | 23 | 5 | 0 |
| Individual Regional Champs | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| Club National Champs | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Club Regional Champs | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| National League 1 | 5 | 10 | 8 |
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High Jump
Chengxin Xìng joined Weymouth Bay Sharks in Season 101 and quickly became one of the club's leading field event athletes through a succession of outstanding performances in the High Jump. His time with the club has been marked by success at every major level, including victories at the Continental Championships and repeated triumphs at the Individual National Championships. Alongside his international medal-winning achievements, he contributed valuable points in the National League and represented the club in the Champions Cup, Club National Championships and Club Regional Championships. A notable milestone came in Season 104 when he achieved a High Jump clearance of 2.02, establishing a National Record for China while also setting the club's qualifying Hall of Fame record.
His versatility has also been evident through strong performances in the Pole Vault, highlighted by a personal best of 5.35, while his High Jump best of 2.02 remains the standout achievement of his career with Weymouth Bay Sharks. Continued appearances at the highest domestic and continental levels have added to an impressive medal collection and demonstrated remarkable consistency since arriving at the club. Having remained with Weymouth Bay Sharks since Season 101, Chengxin Xìng continues to compete as an active athlete and remains an important member of the club's senior squad.
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10,000 Metres
Rimma Orlova represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 84 until Season 93 and became one of the club's most successful distance runners during that period. Competing primarily in the 10000 Metres while also achieving notable success in the Marathon, she built an impressive record across domestic and international competition. Her achievements included twelve Individual National Championship titles, five Club Regional Championship victories and success at the Continental Masters Championships. Orlova also gained valuable experience on the world stage through appearances at the Olympic Games, World Championships, Continental Championships and World Masters Championships. In Season 85 she established a National Record for Rossiya in the 10000 Metres, adding another landmark achievement to an already distinguished career with the club.
Her finest performances included personal bests of 35:14.92 for 10000 Metres, 2:34:34.41 for the Marathon and 17:15.34 for 5000 Metres. Throughout her time with Weymouth Bay Sharks she consistently collected National League podium finishes while contributing to the club's success over many seasons. After leaving the club following Season 93, she continued competing before her competitive career came to an end in Season 99, leaving behind a career distinguished by sustained excellence, championship success and outstanding service to Weymouth Bay Sharks.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Masters Champs | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Individual National Champs | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Club National Champs | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Club Regional Champs | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| National League 1 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| National League 2 | 12 | 11 | 6 |
| National League 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Since retiring from athletics, Rimma Orlova now owns a second-hand record shop and has developed unexpectedly strong opinions about jazz.
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Long Jump
Mackenzie Cringan spent twenty-two seasons with Weymouth Bay Sharks, representing the club from its foundation in Season 72 until Season 93 and becoming one of its most enduring competitors. Specialising in the Long Jump, he developed into a consistent performer across league, regional and national competition, while also gaining experience at World, Continental, Under-21, Junior and Masters level. His career featured outstanding success at the Individual Regional Championships, where he collected twenty gold medals, complemented by nine Club Regional Championship victories and a series of podium finishes at the Individual National Championships and Club National Championships. In Season 89 he achieved a leap of 7.55 metres at the World Championships, establishing the club's Hall of Fame qualifying Long Jump record.
Alongside his Long Jump achievements, Cringan also recorded personal bests of 10.98 in the Triple Jump and 1.33 in the High Jump, demonstrating versatility beyond his principal event. Across more than two decades with Weymouth Bay Sharks he contributed repeatedly to National League success, collecting medals across multiple league divisions while remaining a dependable scorer for the club. Following his departure after Season 93, his competitive career concluded in Season 94, bringing to an end a distinguished association with Weymouth Bay Sharks built on longevity, consistency and championship success.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual National Champs | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Individual Regional Champs | 20 | 1 | 0 |
| Club National Champs | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Club Regional Champs | 9 | 8 | 3 |
| National League 1 | 2 | 5 | 14 |
| National League 2 | 26 | 19 | 11 |
| National League 3 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
| Nat. League 4-6 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
Since retiring from athletics, Mackenzie Cringan became the regular voice introducing concerts at the town bandstand and somehow makes every performance sound unmissable.
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Decathlon
Gary Hamill represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 82 until Season 96 and established himself as one of the club's leading combined events athletes. Competing primarily in the Decathlon, he enjoyed sustained success across regional and national competition while becoming a dependable contributor in the National League. His achievements included victory at the Individual National Championships in the Pentathlon Men, together with numerous podium finishes at the Individual National Championships and consistent success at both Individual Regional and Club Regional Championships. Hamill also represented the club at the World Championships, World Masters Championships and the Champions Cup, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest levels during a lengthy and distinguished career with Weymouth Bay Sharks.
His finest performances included a personal best of 8612 points in the Decathlon, alongside strong marks throughout the individual disciplines that reflected his all-round athletic ability. Throughout his years with Weymouth Bay Sharks he accumulated an impressive collection of championship honours and National League medals while providing reliable performances season after season. Following his departure from the club after Season 96, his competitive career came to an end during the same season, concluding an accomplished spell defined by versatility, resilience and lasting service to Weymouth Bay Sharks across fifteen memorable seasons.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual National Champs | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| Individual Regional Champs | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| Club National Champs | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Club Regional Champs | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| National League 1 | 7 | 5 | 9 |
| National League 2 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Since retiring from athletics, Gary Hamill says the medals are safely tucked away, but the memories still make excellent conversation.
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Shot Put
Edgar Trofimov represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 89 until Season 99, establishing himself as one of the club's most accomplished throwing specialists. Competing primarily in the Shot Put while also excelling in the Hammer Throw, Discus Throw and Javelin Throw, he became a consistent contributor in domestic competition and a valuable performer in the National League. His achievements included fifteen Individual National Championship titles, together with multiple Club National Championship and Club Regional Championship victories during his time with the club. Trofimov also represented Weymouth Bay Sharks at the Olympic Games, Champions Cup, World Masters Championships and Continental Masters Championships, gaining valuable international experience while maintaining an impressive level of success throughout his years with the Sharks.
His finest performances included personal bests of 19.69 in the Shot Put, 59.64 in the Hammer Throw, 57.45 in the Discus Throw and 59.21 in the Javelin Throw, illustrating the depth of his throwing ability. Across eleven seasons with Weymouth Bay Sharks he regularly earned National League podium finishes and established a reputation for reliability in major competitions. Following his departure after Season 99, his competitive career concluded during the same season, bringing to a close an outstanding period of service defined by championship success, consistency and significant contributions to Weymouth Bay Sharks.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual National Champs | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Club National Champs | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Club Regional Champs | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| National League 1 | 1 | 6 | 11 |
| National League 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
Since retiring from athletics, Edgar Trofimov now helps judge the annual photography competition and quietly admires entries that tell a story.
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800 Metres
Milan Borimirov represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 91 until Season 101 and developed into one of the club's leading middle-distance athletes. Specialising in the 800 Metres while also competing successfully over 1500 Metres, he earned an impressive collection of championship honours throughout his time with the club. His achievements included ten Individual National Championship titles, three Club National Championship victories and further success at Club Regional Championships. Borimirov also represented Weymouth Bay Sharks at the Olympic Games, World Championships, Continental Championships, Champions Cup and Masters competitions, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest level while remaining a consistent performer in domestic competition. In Season 94 he established the club's Hall of Fame qualifying record in the 800 Metres with a performance of 1:55.55.
His personal bests of 1:55.55 for 800 Metres and 3:58.24 for 1500 Metres reflected his quality across the middle-distance events, while regular National League podium finishes underlined his value to the club over eleven seasons. After leaving Weymouth Bay Sharks following Season 101, his competitive career concluded during the same season. He is remembered as a dependable championship performer whose sustained success and international appearances made him an important contributor to the club's history.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Masters Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Individual National Champs | 10 | 1 | 6 |
| Club National Champs | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Club Regional Champs | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| National League 1 | 11 | 10 | 8 |
Since retiring from athletics, Milan Borimirov bought a small music venue and enjoys discovering talented local performers.
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Decathlon
Alex Cramb joined Weymouth Bay Sharks in Season 91 and has developed into one of the club's foremost combined events athletes. Specialising in the Decathlon, he has built an impressive record across national and international competition while consistently delivering strong performances in both the Decathlon and Pentathlon Men. His achievements include success at Club National and Club Regional Championships, together with numerous podium finishes at the Individual National Championships and Individual Regional Championships. Cramb has also represented the club at the Olympic Games, Continental Championships, the Champions Cup and the World Under-21 Championships. During his time with Weymouth Bay Sharks he established the club's Hall of Fame qualifying Pentathlon Men record with 4,430 points in Season 102, while also setting several combined-event discipline records.
His progression has been matched by outstanding consistency in the National League, where repeated podium finishes have made him an important contributor to the club's success. Personal best performances across the Decathlon disciplines, including hurdles, 400 metres, javelin and the Pentathlon Men events, demonstrate the breadth of his all-round ability. Still competing for Weymouth Bay Sharks, Cramb remains an active athlete whose continued success at championship and league level has secured his place among the club's leading combined events competitors.
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Marathon
Victoria Lambert represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 91 until Season 106 and became one of the club's most accomplished endurance athletes. Specialising in the Marathon, she consistently delivered outstanding performances in domestic and international competition while establishing herself as a dependable scorer for the club. Her achievements included four Individual National Championship titles, three Club National Championship victories and repeated success at Individual and Club Regional Championships. Lambert also represented Weymouth Bay Sharks at the Olympic Games, World Championships, Champions Cup, Continental Championships and Masters competitions, demonstrating remarkable consistency over sixteen seasons. A career highlight came in Season 103 when she produced a marathon performance of 2:25:40.30 at the Olympic Games, establishing the club's Hall of Fame qualifying Marathon record.
Her personal bests of 2:25:40.30 for the Marathon, 37:35.13 for 10000 Metres and 18:53.51 for 5000 Metres reflected the strength and endurance that defined her career. Alongside an impressive collection of National League podium finishes, she remained a reliable performer in championship competition throughout her time with Weymouth Bay Sharks. Her competitive career concluded in Season 106, ending a distinguished period of service in which she combined consistency, international experience and championship success to earn her place among the club's Hall of Fame candidates.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental U21 Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Individual National Champs | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Individual Regional Champs | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Club National Champs | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Club Regional Champs | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| National League 1 | 8 | 9 | 17 |
Since retiring from athletics, Victoria Lambert now teaches traditional fly-tying and still admires a neat finish above all else.
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Marathon
George Nankeville represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 84 until Season 105, building a reputation as one of the club's most dependable endurance athletes. Competing primarily in the Marathon while also achieving notable success over 10000 Metres and 5000 Metres, he became a consistent performer in domestic competition and a valuable contributor in the National League. His career included victory at the Continental Junior Championships, together with a substantial collection of medals at the Individual Regional Championships, Club National Championships and Club Regional Championships. Nankeville also represented the club at the Champions Cup, Continental Under-21 Championships, World Under-21 Championships and Continental Masters Championships, demonstrating both longevity and versatility across a distinguished career.
His finest performances included personal bests of 2:13:41.83 for the Marathon, 34:01.28 for 10000 Metres and 14:59.56 for 5000 Metres. Throughout more than twenty seasons with Weymouth Bay Sharks he accumulated numerous National League podium finishes while remaining a regular championship competitor at regional and national level. His competitive career concluded in Season 105, bringing to an end an outstanding period of service defined by endurance, consistency and an unwavering contribution to the success of Weymouth Bay Sharks.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Junior Champs | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Individual National Champs | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Individual Regional Champs | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Club National Champs | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Club Regional Champs | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| National League 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
Since retiring from athletics, George Nankeville now coordinates the annual village coach trip to the seaside, where the return journey is usually the noisiest part.
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200 Metres
Joel Chai represented Weymouth Bay Sharks from Season 98 until Season 105 and became one of the club's most successful sprint athletes during that period. Specialising in the 200 Metres, he also enjoyed considerable success over 100 Metres while establishing himself as a consistent championship performer. His achievements included nine Individual National Championship titles, victories at the Continental Championships and Continental Masters Championships, together with further success at Club National and Club Regional Championships. Chai also represented Weymouth Bay Sharks in the Champions Cup, where he competed against leading international athletes, while maintaining an outstanding record in domestic competition. His performances combined speed and consistency, allowing him to make a significant contribution to the club throughout eight productive seasons.
His personal bests of 22.16 for 200 Metres, 11.55 for 100 Metres, 51.38 for 400 Metres and 1:08.17 for the 400 Metres Hurdles demonstrated both sprinting ability and versatility across several disciplines. Regular National League podium finishes further enhanced his reputation as an important member of the Weymouth Bay Sharks squad. His competitive career concluded in Season 106, ending a distinguished spell with the club that was characterised by international success, domestic championship victories and sustained excellence on the track.
| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Championships | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Continental Masters Champs | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Individual National Champs | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Club National Champs | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Club Regional Champs | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| National League 1 | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Since retiring from athletics, Joel Chai now restores antique brass watering syringes and enjoys demonstrating how they were once used in grand glasshouses.
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