British Natural Bodybuilding Federation (BNBF) Southern Championships Competition Results

June 12, 2011

The Alexandra Theatre
Bognor Regis, England

Sponsored by EQ Nutrition

The Alexandra Theatre in Bognor Regis would play host to this year�s Southern Championships and with that signify the beginning of another BNBF season. As ever, the tireless BNBF crew travelled the length and breadth of the country and arrived in Bognor bright and early to begin set up of the venue. On this day the weather was less than compliant but the anticipation of another BNBF season ahead was more than enough to brighten any dampened spirits.

Judges for the day were BNBF Pro�s David Kaye and Mark Claxton, joined by British Middleweight Champion Lawrence King and Ultra Master�s Champion , Eric Dowey. Assuming the mantle of Head Judge for the day was BNBF Chairman, Vicky McCann.

Teens - Sponsored by 24hr Gym

In 1st place was Callum Vine. An impressive teen competitor with an excellent X shape. Huge arms and legs with great condition � a top contender for the British Finals. To be picky, Callum�s tan could have been a little darker.

In 2nd was Callum Young. Nice balance from Callum coupled with great presentation. On this occasion, just a little out massed by the winner.

Taking 3rd was Mark Young. Nice condition from Mark today with probably the widest lat spread in the class. Mark just needs a little more time to thicken his physique.

Also competing � Zachary Morris. A muscular physique but just not in the required condition to be competitive today.

Juniors - Sponsored by Creative Fitness Marketing

In 1st place was Billy Simons. Billy was the biggest competitor in the class with good conditioning and this combined was enough to take the victory in this class.

Taking 2nd was Adam Peach. Lovely shape and balance from Adam with sound conditioning. Adam should work on his posing for the finals, especially from the rear.

In 3rd was Rory Dobbs. Great chest and arms from Rory but just not quite hard enough to challenge the top 2.
Also competing � Matt Dopson. A nicely balanced physique but just not as conditioned as the top 3.

Novice Lightweight - Sponsored by Body Bionic Gym

In 1st place was Gregorio Arroyo Arias. Huge chest, arms and back from Gregorio and he was delighted to emerge the victor in this class. His legs were a little weak in comparison and he should seek to get a darker tan.

In 2nd was Clint Oliver. Good condition from Clint with sound presentation. A nicely balanced physique.

In 3rd was Luke Oswald. Possibly the best conditioned competitor in the class, just a little out massed on this occasion.

Also competing: Omid Gholami, Rob Allen, Tristan Watkins and Ben Sibley.

Novice Heavyweight - Sponsored by Body Bionic Gym

In 1st place was Glenn Branch. Sharp conditioning from Glenn and a clear winner of the class.

In 2nd was Sandor Nagy. A muscular physique with heavy development of the upper body. Sandor just lacked a little condition, especially from the rear.

Taking 3rd was Shaun Nicholls. A good upper body just lacking size and detail in his legs.

Also competing: James Wright, Dan Marashi, Greg Carey, Ben Leigh and Paul Carroll.

Master�s Over 40 - Sponsored by Udo�s Choice Oil

In 1st was Howard Pearson. Huge muscularity from Howard with particularly impressive legs. A little tighter condition for the finals should see Howard very competitive.

In 2nd was Chad Bond. Good balance from Chad just needs to be a little darker with his tan.

Taking 3rd was Dave Cotton. Good tight upper body from Dave but his legs were lacking in size and detail somewhat.

Also competing: Marty Boardman, Justin Venes and Felix McAlinden.

Master�s Over 50 - Sponsored by 24 Hour Gym

In 1st place was Mario Watts. A clear winner of the class with tremendous torso development and excellent condition all over. Mario�s tan was also superb.

In 2nd was Richard Hooley. Good shape from Richard just lacking muscle in comparison to the winner.

Taking 3rd was John Austin. A muscular physique with plenty of rugged mass. John just needs to work on his condition for future outings.

Also competing: Jeff Lunn, Roger Thomas.

Guest Star � BNBF Pro David Kaye

Miss Figure - Sponsored by Urban Metro

In 1st was Sarah Beautyman. A classical figure competitor with good condition and tone. A clear winner of the class. Sarah�s tan could have been a little darker.

In 2nd was Michelle Williams. A tall and elegant competitor with broad shoulders and a tight waist. Michelle should aim to improve her condition for the finals.

Taking 3rd was Jackie Field. A muscular figure competitor with good conditioning. Jackie just needs to work on her posing for future outings.

Also Competing: Kerry Janeway, Joanne Dudley, Sharon Magee, Lisa Howard and Claire Fraser.

Lightweight Mr. - Sponsored by Feel Good Fitness

In 1st place was Scott Galton. Great legs as we�ve come to expect from Scott with an improved upper body and solid conditioning. Scott�s presentation over the course of the day was also very good.

In 2nd was George Ferreos. During the day George was in great condition but a little flat. Greatly improved by the night show but not quite enough to overturn the winner.

Taking 3rd was Stephen Bannan. Plenty of mass from Stephen but just lacking the final element of condition to place any higher.

Also Competing: Dean Doncaster, Samyar Parsa

Middleweight Mr - Sponsored by EQ Nutrition

In 1st was Martin Petro. Probably the most muscular of the class with solid conditioning. Great poses from the side but weaker from the back.

In 2nd was Antonio Marques. Great upper body from Antonio with superb width from the front and back. Antonio just needs to bring his legs up to match his upper half.

Taking 3rd was Chris Redmond. A well balanced physique with solid conditioning, just lacking a little muscular fullness.

Also competing: Barry Mulcahy, Robert Poliecha.

Heavyweight Mr - Sponsored by Big 50 Photography

In 1st was Sotonye Dukubo. Superb crisp condition from Sotonyne coupled with an impressive flaring shape. Sotonye still needs to improve his posing and tan.

In 2nd was Afolabi Abdul-Salam. Great symmetry and aesthetics, just needs more condition.

Taking 3rd was Simon Fastnedge. Very muscular with sound balance. Better condition required to place higher.

Also competing: Mike Hodgson, Matej Slivon, Nick Openshaw.

Miss Physique - Sponsored by Body In Design

In 1st was Sarah Meek. A great comeback performance from Sarah � a flowing and athletic physique with sound conditioning saw her win the class convincingly.

In 2nd was Frances Heywood. Great condition from Frances with improved presentation. Frances just lacked the muscularity of the winner.

Taking 3rd was Eve Cook. Plenty of muscle from Eve with particularly strong poses from the back. Just required a little more condition.

Also competing: Debbie Keating and Denisa Lehocka.

Best Presentation Female � Sarah Meek

Best Presentation Male � Sotonye Dukubo

Best Wheels � Sotonye Dukubo

Overall Mr - Sotonye Dukubo

Sotonye�s impressive combination of mass, shape and rock hard conditioning proved to be simply too much for the rest of the competitors today and deservedly took home the title of BNBF Overall Southern Champion 2011.

The wrap up

With the crowning of a new Southern Champion, the BNBF team packed up their bags, said their good bye�s and set off on the long journey home. The next stop will be Perth for the forthcoming Scottish Championships and with that the BNBF Tour of 2011 is well on its way.

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