TENDRING Volleyball Club have been crowned National Shield champions.

The Frinton-based side eased to a straight sets victory against Chelmsford’s Essex Blaze in the final in Kettering.

They proved far too strong for their county rivals, sweeping to a 25-13, 27-25, 25-20 victory at the National Volleyball Centre.

It was their second Shield success, having also lifted the silverware in 2012.

For full coverage, including pictures and reaction, see Monday's Daily Gazette and Thursday's Frinton and Walton Gazette.