Basildon-based gymnast Reiss Beckford got a taste of silver when competing in the national development plan finals in Newcastle.

Silver success - for 11-year-old Reiss Beckford in Newcastle Picture: MAXINE CLARKE

Competing against the best 11-year-olds from throughout Great Britain, Reiss excelled in capturing runners-up spot.

He travels from his Enfield home six days a week for training at the South Essex Club in Cranes Farm Road.

Published Thursday, June 5, 2003

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