February 2026 Newsletter
PADEL PROGRESS POWERED BY THE CENTRAL FUND
A new padel court, funded by the RAF Central Fund, has proved a popular addition to the community over at JSSU Cyprus. 

The team approached the Fund for an Enrichment Grant back in 2024, asking for £26,500 to fund the construction of a free-to-use padel court to renew an existing space that was in disrepair.

Almost a year on from the opening, the court has been used over 650 times, saving the community circa £24,000. Multiple tournaments have been hosted over the last 12 months, increasing participation in sport whilst improving station morale.

If you have an idea for a station project and would benefit from Central Fund support, find out more about the application process below.
Find Out About Our Station Support

SERVING THE GAME - KENNY MARTIN'S NOMINATION FOR REFEREE OF THE YEAR
RAF Football referee Sgt Kenny Martin has been nominated for Scottish Lower League Referee of the Year 2026, a recognition that honours excellence across grassroots and lower league football in Scotland and celebrates officials who demonstrate leadership and consistency throughout the season.

The ‘A Dad His Lad and His Lad’ Lower Leagues of Scottish Football Awards acknowledges those who keep Scottish lower league football alive, and in 2026, the event will be held in aid of Chris’s House, a charitable centre of help, response and intervention surrounding suicide with 24-hour crisis support for those in distress.

The chosen charity this year serves as a powerful reminder of how grassroots sport fosters connection and community whilst supporting mental wellbeing in more ways than one.

Following his proud nomination, we spoke to Kenny about balancing military service with regular fixtures, support behind the scenes, and his advice to other personnel who want to benefit from sport in the RAF.
Read Kenny's Story & Vote

A NEW SPORT FOR 2026?
The frost is thawing, and spring is starting to peek through, so why not take on a new challenge and discover a different sport in 2026!

There are so many opportunities to get involved in RAF Sport, from ball, racket, and field sports to motorsports, watersports and more.

Take a look at some of the amazing sport on offer within the RAF, explore the Sport Associations and get in touch over on our website.
View RAF Sport Associations
RAF SPORTS LOTTERY

Congratulations to our recent Sports Lottery jackpot winners, each taking home a massive £10,000!  

THANK YOU to all of our players, your tickets help us to continue our charitable work to safeguard the health and wellbeing of serving personnel through access to sport and physical activities.


Have you changed rank or Station recently? If you need to update your account details or would like a reminder of your ticket numbers, please contact Sterling Lotteries on: 

0370 050 5893
rafsports@sterlinglotteries.co.uk
See More Lucky Winners
LATEST PROMOTIONS
KITBRIX
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Choose from their Hero Bags or get yourself a true “bag for life” with ToteBrix.

20% discount for RAF personnel on full priced items.
MENACE RC
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MYZONE
Upgrade your workouts with one of our Myzone device offers, available at a special discounted rate for serving RAF personnel.

Choose between the new Myzone Max belt or the MZ-Switch which is waterproof and can be worn multiple ways - with a flashing coloured light providing live heart rate zone feedback without having to be connected to the App!
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MENACE RC
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The Royal Air Force Central Fund is a company registered in England and Wales 8555984, Charity registered in England and Wales 1152560, Charity registered in Scotland SC044299.

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