by admin | Dec 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
In home waters, Steve Parry of Stockport Metro looked to have the Men’s 100m Butterfly gold in his possession but a late flurry by James saw both swimmer’s tie for first place in 52.52. Matt Bowe of Bath was third in 52.90. However, Parry took the honours in a close...
by admin | Dec 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
James Hickman brought his auspicious career with the City of Leeds to an end with two National Championship titles in Manchester on Sunday, after making the decision to return to his home city to begin his preparations for next years Olympic Games. The four-time World...
by admin | Dec 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
On Monday 31st March, Terry Denison, my coach for the last five years retired. While it’s sad to see him go after a long and distinguished career he truly deserves the rest, especially from the early morning starts. (Some might say he looks like he needs it but...
by admin | Dec 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
A personal message from James – June 2003 “Following my failure to qualify for the World Championships in Barcelona, I have taken the decision to retire from competition in the 200m Butterfly event and focus my attention on the 100m Butterfly event...
by admin | Dec 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Defeat by more than three seconds at the hands (and feet) of his arch rival, Stephen Parry, in the 200m Butterfly rounded off a miserable week for James at the British Championships (50m) which were also doubling as the trials for this year’s World Championships...
by admin | Dec 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Scottish National Championships was the final opportunity for James to qualify for next month’s World Championships (50m) in Barcelona. Having missed out on the Championships two years ago in Japan, James was anxious to make the GB team selection. After a...
