Major Contributions to the Club
This page is dedicated to those people who have in one way or another made a significant contribution to the club, for example, by inspiring others, or by volunteering significant amounts of time.
John Stonham Farewell Cup
John Stonham was an active member of the club from 1986 and the award was donated anonymously in 1993 upon his departure to Thailand. The trophy is awarded annually to the runner who, in the judgement of the Committee, inspires others by being 1) a new runner who shows significant "improvement, but not necessarily victories" 2) an experienced runner returning from injury or illness or 3) a runner showing enthusiasm in the sport even without victory. The Cup is usually awarded at the Christmas dinner.
John Stonham was delighted to have a cup named after him and was always pleased to learn of the winner each year. Sadly John passed away in May 2008 aged 82.
| Year | Winners |
| 2007 |
David Simpson |
| 2006 |
Abdifatah Dhuhulow |
| 2005 | Keith Evans |
| 2004 | Alan Woodward |
| 2003 | Nick Slade |
| 2002 | Carole Wisdom |
| 2001 | Baiju McCubbins |
| 2000 | Bob Davidson |
| 1999 | David Lipscomb |
| 1995 -1998 |
Not awarded |
| 1994 | Sue McGinlay |
| 1993 | Joyce Goody |
Secretary's Shield
Donated by James Godber, the then Honorary Secretary, in 1986, this trophy is awarded annually to the club member or members who, in the personal judgement of the Honorary Secretary, has greatly contributed to the club, above and beyond what might be expected from an ordinary member. The trophy is usually awarded at the AGM following the year to which the award relates.
| Year | Winners |
| 2006 | Jeni Vlahovic for her service to the club, particularly work on major projects whilst serving on the committee and her professional approach to getting things done. |
| 2005 | Sue McGinlay and Clive Martin for their regular and valuable contributions to the Saturday club runs |
| 2004 | Sally Hodge and Richard Melik for their work on redesigning Serpentimes |
| 2003 | David Knight for his contribution to the club over the past 3 years, particularly in light of how involved he remained with the club even though injured. |
| 2002 | Maggie Moran, Gemma Hale, and Robin Adams for taking on the mantle of coaching, following Derek Turner’s departure |
| 2001 | Sue McGinlay and Bev Thomas, for their invaluable work and encouragement with the Serpentine Starter Group which has become a valuable part of the club. |
| 2000 | Ron Hagell and Beate Vogt, due to the amount of time and energy put into the new bib system, the Race for Life organisation, the Sunday Richmond Park runs, the not the Norfolk relay to name but a few, and for their welcome and encouragement to all members |
| 1999 | Owen Barder and Arthur Garrison for their work on communications within the club (the web site and Serpentimes respectively) |
| 1998 | Nick Slade for his work in organising the Tuesday Hill Sprint sessions and the Green Belt teams |
| 1997 | Derek Turner for organising the entries to the Seven Sisters Marathon and for his coaching |
| 1996 | John Walker |
| 1995 | Liz Craig for being Ladies' Captain |
| 1994 | Bev Thomas for her work on the Committee and as social secretary |
| 1993 | Ros Young for her work on the Committee |
| 1992 | Barry Laverick for being Mens' Captain and for the 100 Club |
| 1991 | Hazel Paterson and Mike Maddison for, respectively, writing and producing the 10th anniversary book |
| 1990 | John Ralph for being Mens' Captain |
| 1989 | Nicky Rosewell for being Ladies' Captain |
| 1988 | Peter Weddell for starting and producing the weekly newsletter |
| 1987 | Hilary Walker |
| 1986 | Derek Johnson for fartlek sessions in the Hyde Park, the Serpie names circle, rewriting the Rules |