CAROL Strange just missed out on the top prize after making the short-list for the Official of the Year Award at the West of England Sports Trust (Wesport) Celebration of Sport Evening held at the Bristol Marriott Hotel last Friday.
Carol was recognised for her sterling work for Bristol & West AC, Avon Athletic Association and a host of other local athletics providers in the region.
The award eventually went to Nicky Palmer, who is an umpire from Team Bath Netball Club.