Olympic medalist Keely Hodgkinson set a new British record this week as she crossed the 800m finish line on Tuesday, making the whole of Leeds incredibly proud.
Now she's praised the city and its Leeds Beckett University - which she says was invaluable in helping not just her but 12 of her fellow Team GB Tokyo Olympics 2020 athletes to prepare and train for the momentous sporting event.
Hodgkinson's team mate Alex Bell, also a graduate of Leeds Beckett, also recorded a personal best when running in the final on Tuesday.
At just 19 years old, Hodgkinson is currently studying her first year of Crimonology at the university. She told the BBC that the university had been "so supportive" of its athletes, adding "We had two in the final."
"Stood on the start line at the Olympics I said, 'Wow this is crazy,' but I wanted to take it all in and put on my best performance," she continuted.
Hodgkinson was pipped to the gold medal by US teenager Athing Mu, but scooped up silver with her record-breaking time of one minute 55.88 seconds - which destroyed that previously set by GB's Dame Kelly Holmes in 1995.
Academics at the university, coaches and the Carnegie School of Sport work with a number of athletes, including Lizzie Bird and Leeds-born Bell.
Leeds Beckett alumni, meanwhile, includes athletes like the Brownlee Brothers, Alex Yee and Georgia Taylor-Brown.
"The general atmosphere is that people are quite encouraging and help each other here," said Andrew Henderson, the university's head athletics coach.
"But then to see an athlete that trains at your facility who you know crossing the finishing line is just fantastic."
Vice-chancellor prof Peter Slee said: "The last year has not been easy for any of the athletes but their hard work and perseverance have now paid off."
The full list of olympians and paralympians that have come out of Leeds Beckett University:
Alex Bell - 800m - BA (Hons) Human Geography 2014, alumna
Keely Hodgkinson - 800m - BSc (Hons) Criminology, current student
Alex Yee - triathlon - BSc (Hons) Sports & Exercise Science, current student
As women around the world swoon over Jacob Elordi, he's too busy loving rocks and sheep.
In case you haven't been on social media over the past week and managed to avoid the influx of paparazzi images, the hotly anticipated 'Wuthering Heights' adaptation is out soon and with that comes heaps of red carpets, screenings and glamorous premieres.
Famously set against the brooding hills of Yorkshire, Wuthering Heights by our very own Emily Brontë follows the tumultuous love story of Heathcliff and Cathy.
Played in the upcoming film by Australian heartthrobs Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie.
During the recent London premiere where Elordi was seen wearing a rather dashing green three piece, the stars were asked what they thought the 'sexiest' thing about Yorkshire is by HitsRadioUK.
A valid question to which Jacob replies "rocks and sheep". I mean, he's got a fair point.
Margot Robbie went into a little more detail, she said "Sunrise and sunset in Yorkshire is a pretty dramatic experience. The sky is literally like red and orange. I honestly couldn't believe it when I was out there. The landscape is stunning."
Why thank you Margot, we absolutely agree. She continues to shower us with compliments stating that the "People are lovely. Pubs are great. I love it"
It seems like Margot has got Yorkshire pretty bang on there, and if she ever needs any pub recommendations then we'll absolutely help her out.
Jacob on the other hand, we know rocks and sheep are sexy but...have you ever met us?
Hopefully he fell in love with our county enough to come back, as we wouldn't mind bumping into him on a hike up the Yorkshire moors.
Popular Leeds gaming bar announces immediate shock closure after going into liquidation
Clementine Hall
Point Blank in Leeds city centre have suddenly closed after going into liquidation.
The popular gaming bar hasn't been open all that long, and was marketed as the country's first simulated shooting range bar.
Despite being a popular attraction since opening last year, the bar has closed immediately, unable to honour any future bookings.
Point Blank confirmed late this Tuesday 3 February that it had sadly entered liquidation, describing the move as “completely unforeseen and beyond our control.”
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Up until just a few days ago, the Point Blank branch in Leeds had been promoting events including happy hours, shooting experiences, and even a Superbowl event scheduled for next Sunday 8 February.
A statement on their website reads: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Point Blank Shooting has entered liquidation.
"This situation was completely unforeseen and beyond our control. Due to our Manchester landlord entering administration, our lease was lost as part of that process. This had a serious knock-on effect across the wider business, leaving us with no other option.
"After seven incredible years of trading, this is a devastating moment for everyone involved at Point Blank.
"If you currently have a booking with us, we are working closely with the relevant parties to gain clarity and provide answers. We kindly ask for your patience while this process is ongoing.
"Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years — hopefully this is a see you later, not a goodbye."
Georgina Pellant -
8th August 2021 
