A Stourbridge squash coach is proving age is no barrier by claiming the over 55s National Championship.
61-year-old, Bett Duckhurst claimed the British title against her younger counterparts at the event in Manchester.
Bett who trains juniors at Stourbridge Lawn Tennis and Squash Club was delighted with her achievement.
She said:" Hopefully this shows age is no barrier when you put your mind to it."
Bett is already busy preparing for next years World Masters in News Zealand, believes her new training schedule has been the key to her success.
She added: "I've been working hard in the gym with Jon Hope who has been a great help in getting me up to the fitness I need.
"One thing I always emphasis to the juniors is the importance of working on your fitness off the court because it helps you when you get on court no end."
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