RHYTHMIC South returned with a medal of every hue from the National Grades Finals at Burton-on-Trent.

The rhythmic gymnastics competition attracted a record entry of girls from all over the country, including Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Top performer for the Southampton-based club was Alice Watson, pictured, who struck gold in the Grade 9 senior category.

Gemma Hosey brought silver back to the south coast, also at Grade 9, while Joanna Foyle completed the sprectrum of prizes with a Grade 6 bronze.