Sarah Holt

Junior career Holt began athletics at the age of 12 where she broke the UK age 12 national record, throwing 22.40m. Her training at this age was sporadic as she enjoyed participating in other sports and athletic events. In 2001/2, Holt was selected to represent England Schools, and was coached by Michael Morley. She had success at the English Schools Championships, achieving bronze, silver and gold medals (2003–2005). In the under 23 age group Holt topped the British ranking for three years. Holt was also selected as team captain for these championships. Her coach at the time was John Pearson. Senior career Holt was first selected to represent the British senior team in 2010 at the European Team’s Championships in Bergen, Norway. She has continued her development and was a part of the European Championships team in Helsinki, Finland 2012. Holt has improved her personal best every year since 1999. ==References==