During a life dedicated to sport, Ron Ames helped found Stowmarket Volleyball Club in 1975. The club still competes in the National Volleyball League more than 40 years later.

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Following his retirement, Ron turned his attention to competing by himself, representing the UK in triathlon for his age group at the World Championships.

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Over the years, Ron took the time to help many of the young players who competed for the volleyball club, helping them develop as players and as people.

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Ron was posthumously recognised by being awarded the "Lifetime Achievement Award" at the Stowmarket Town Awards 2018/19.