Weekend review: May 19 & 20, 2012

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Sowerby Scorcher

The 2012 Sowerby Scorcher, a 10k multi terrain run around the boundary of Sowerby, was a successful event with 133 entrants taking part, on a cold day which probably suited the runners perfectly.

The fastest time was recorded this year by Ian Fisher in 35 minutes 48 seconds, with Lucy Thompson the first woman accross the line in 44:17.

All runners enjoyed the event which was followed by tea/coffee and cakes.

Men's results

1	Ian Fisher	0:35:48
2	Richard Hand	0:39:50
3	Chris Williams	0:40:32

 

Women's results

1	Lucy Thompson	0:44:17
2	Julie Field	0:44:30
3	Danielle Kobak	0:47:24

 

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Bagshot

Bagshot was the first two lapped Brutal10. The race starts on the Military Alpine Driver circuit, into the hills for a variety of climbs and terrain before running back to the second lap through a wet and testing area.

Men's results

1	Daz Farrugia	47:10
2	Joss Horton	51:56
3	Rob Standing	52:23

 

Women's results

1	Robyn Cassidy	55:25
2	Monita Scullard	59:31
3	Helena Chessher	59:42

 

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Shaw Stampede 10km

One hundred and ten runners lined up for the seventh running of the Shaw Stampede and Keane Kanter fun run organised by Avon Valley Runners and Stampede Sports.

In the 10-Kilometer Stampede the runners tackled some of the most technical and picturesque terrain in the area, as they passed along the bridle paths and country lanes around the village of Shaw near Melksham in Wiltshire. First home in a time of thirty seven minutes and ten seconds was Stuart Henderson of Corsham Running Club who was nearly two minutes ahead of second placed Chris Hall of Stubbington Green Runners and David Wright of Cirencester AC.

In 6th place Richard Morgetroyd of the host club claimed the 1st MV40 prize and led his club mates to the mixed team prize at the event. Unattached runner Andrew Vaudin from Marshfield was the 1st MV50.

In the ladies race Denise Grech of Calne took victory in 45:19 ahead of Zoe Ecclestone from Whitley and Amy Bentley from Malmesbury. Debbie Taylor of Fareham Crusaders claimed the 1st FV40 prize and Diane Aldridge the 1st FV50.

Photo: Pictured are the first three men

1	Stuart Henderson	Corsham Running Club	37:10
2	Chris Hall	Stubbington Green	39:00
3	David Wright	Cirencester AC	39:30

 

12	Denise Grech	Unattached	45:19
19	Zoe Eccleston	Unattached	47:27
23	Amy Bentley	Unattached	48:11

 

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Halewood 5k

The Halewood 5k is organised by a committed team from Knowsley Harriers. So it was rather fitting that this weeks race was won by Knowsley Harriers Club Captain Mark Clair in a very impressive solo run 16:32, just outside his own club record and personal best. It won't be long until he lowers this time further.

Deestriders Running Club based in North Wales have supported the race since it was first started, and one of their members Steve Hayes ran a great race to finish in second place in 17:41. In 3rd place was yet another Knowsley Harrier Kev Brown who is improving with each race.

The ladies competition had a clear winner in Charlotte Wilson of Liverpool Harriers, she ran a fantastic time of 19:28. The next placed lady to finish was April Morgan (St Helens Striders) in 2nd position, with Mary Kelly not far behind in third. Well done and thank you for all the runners who turned out in our event, and we look forward to welcoming you and new runners in future weeks.

The Halewood 5k takes place again on Saturday at 1pm, this is a free of charge event with complimentary fruit at the finish. The results are also available on the Power of 10 website.

Photos: Charlotte Wilson (1st female) and Mark Clair (1st male)

Men's results

1	Mark Clair	Knowsley Harriers	16:32
2	Steve Hayes	Deestriders	17:41
3	Kev Brown	Knowsley Harriers	19:02

 

Women's results

1	Charlotte Wilson	Liverpool Harriers	19:28
2	April Morgan	St Helens Striders	22:45
3	Mary Kelly	Unattached	23:13

 

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Sunday, May 20, 2012

Brathay Windermere Marathon and Brathay 10 in 10 Challenge - Sunday, May 20, 2012

The Brathay Windermere Marathon was a resounding success with nearly 800 runners setting off at 10.30am. Mike Jefferies came in first with an impressive time of 02:45:30 whilst in the women’s event last year’s winner, Nicola Shaw, came home first again in 03:15:48.

Second and third placed men were Peter Stockdale at 02:51:51and Paul Davies at 02:52:26. Second and third placed women were Mel Rotherham at 03:13:27 and Kathleen Aubrey at 03:21:16.

In the final day of the Brathay 10 in 10 challenge Sally Ford, from Kirkby Lonsdale, battled through the pain barrier yesterday to become the first women to win, despite the inconvenience of shin splints and ankle problems.She clocked off with a final marathon time of 03:38:02 making her total aggregate time 36:38:53, a staggering 2hrs and 39 minutes quicker than the previous women’s record.

She was delighted just to have finished, after such an injury, and despite her humility throughout the challenge, she displayed just a little pride today, after it was pointed out that she had finished ahead of the boys. “There’s been a bit of banter through the week and the lads keep saying they’ve been ‘chicked’. But it’s all been in good humour and the fact that I’ve posted the best time does give me a sense of pride.”

But perhaps the bigger story to come out of this year’s 10in10 event is the fact that all 18 runners completed challenge, proving beyond doubt that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Photos: The start of the 2012 Brathay Windermere Marathon in glorious Lakeland sunshine. Sally Ford finishes her 10th marathon in 10 days

Men's results

1	Mike Jefferies	Swaledale Road Runners	02:45:30
2	Peter Stockdale	UKnetrunner	02:51:44
3	Paul Davies	Centurions RC	02:52:27

 

Women's results

1	Nicola Shaw	Unattached	03:15:48
2	Mel Rotherham	Unattached	03:17:32
3	Kathleen Aubrey	Helm Hill	03:21:52

 

Click here for full results of the Brathay Windermere Marathon

Click here for full results of the 2012 Brathay 10 in 10 challenge

 

 

The Horsham Lions and Horsham Joggers 10k

The Horsham Lions and Horsham Joggers 10k was won in a time of 33.05 by local runner Andrew Robinson representing Horsham Joggers, with David Bradford from Lewes AC second in 33.50 and Steve Nichols also of Horsham Joggers third in a time of 36.11. This was the second time Andrew has won this race having won it in 2010 in a slightly quicker time.

The ladies race was won by Emily Proto of Arena 80 AC in Brighton in a time of 40.12, with Rachael Guckenheim from Horsham Joggers second in a time of 41.02 and Angela Carpenter of Chichester Runners third in a time of 41.07.

Horsham Joggers won the mens team prize and the ladies team prize was won by Haywards Heath Harriers.

This event is jointly organised by Horsham Lions Club and Horsham Joggers and they expect to donate about £2000 to local hospioce St Catherines, Motor Neurone Disease Association and Lions Charities.

The organisers thanks go you to everyone who helped make this event successful.

Men's results

1	Andrew Robinson	Horsham Joggers	33.05
2	David Bradford	Lewes AC	33.50
3	Steve Nichols	Horsham Joggers	36.11

 

Women's results

1	Emily Proto	Arena 80 AC	40.12
2	Rachael Guckenheim	Horsham Joggers	41.02
3	Angela Carpenter	Chichester Runners	41.07

 

A full set of results is available from www.horshamjoggers.co.uk

 

 

Sheriffhales Shuffle 7 Mile Race

111 runners competed in the 7 mile mutli-terrain race through some of Shropshire’s beautiful countryside. The weather was sunny and conditions were perfect running apart from the ground which was wet and muddy form heavy rain on Friday & Saturday and which made for a challenging course.

First place in both overall male and female categories were won by runners from local running club Newport & District Running Club

Feed back after the race was very positive with a medal memento for each runner and trophies to the first, second, and third placed runners and also veteran prizes. Bacon butties, cake, tea and coffee were all available and most welcomed by the runners following the race. 48 Children & Parents also took part in the 1 mile fun run.

Men's results

1	Robin Sedman-Smith	Newport & District RC	40.37
2	Steve Brookes	Tipton Harriers	41.21
3	Paul Rochfort	Unattached	42.47

 

Women's results

1	Helen Cork	Newport & District RC	52.08
2	EMILY MARRS	SY TRI	52.47
3	Vicky Morris	Unattached	52.57

 

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Crewkerne 10km

Adrian Marriott of Wells City made short work of the hilly route of the first Crewkerne 10km, crossing the line in just over 33 minutes.

Entries were up from the events previous 9 mile route and the organisers hope to make quite a large amount for the areas local Hospice (St Margarets Hospice).

Men's results

1	Adrian MARRIOTT	Wells City Harriers	0:33:07
2	Jon JAMES	Wells City Harriers	0:35:30
3	Matthew CLARK		0:36:04

 

Women's results

1	Ellie SUTCLIFFE	Exmouth Harriers	0:40:17
2	Sarah JORDAN-WHITTAKER	Gillingham Trotter	0:43:24
3	Sarah FROST	Crewkerne Running Club	0:45:14

 

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Lee Valley 10k and Fun Run

Although a fairly miserable weather morning, the rain stayed away and the steel band raised spirits in River Lee Country Park, on the Essex/Hertfordshire boarder.

The flat and fast 10k course through scenic parklands and across waterways and lakes provided an ideal race for all abilities.

The Olympic Lee Valley White Water Centre, host to the canoe slalom events in the London 2012 Games, provided a great backdrop for the finishing runners and GB canoeist and Olympic silver medallist, Campbell Walsh was on hand to start the race and hand out prizes.

Photos: Race winner Norbert Szekeres in action and podium winners

Men's results

1	Norbert Szekeres	36:53
2	Lawrence Gatens	37:34
3	Paskell Blackwell	37:45

 

Women's results

1	Kathryn Mathews	41:39
2	Sue Gawley	43:24
3	Emily Evans	43:46

 

Click here for full results in due course

 

 

National Trust Trail Running Series - Borrowdale Trail Run

The sun was shining again for the second in the 2012 National Trust Trail Running Series. The Borrowdale Trail Run was run in conjunction with the Keswick Mountain Festival which meant that on race day the start venue was bustling with outdoor enthusiasts, from climbers, trail runners and triathletes to cyclists as well as spectators.

The event offered a choice of two distances - 13km and 21km. The start for both was either a short run or a boat ride away on the opposite shore of the lake to registration and the finish. The route for both distances winds along some lovely trails along the lake shore, before the split at the head of Derwentwater, both taking in some challenging climbs and technical tracks from there to the finish. Participants had to decide whether to concentrate on the trails or the stunning views!

Carl Bell stormed home in an impressive 1:24:50 in the 21km race, some 13 minutes ahead of second placed Martin Bateman who crossed the line in 1:37:52. Jules Hatcher took third place in 1:38:19.

Katy Foster took the win in the women's competition ahead of Jen Mattison and Sarah Paradine.

Gareth Green won the 13km event in 58:20 ahead of Tim Gleeson in second in 01:04:41 and Peter Massey took third in 01:06:06. Catherine Faux was the first woman in 01:06:20. She was followed by Claire Fowler in 01:14:31 and Jennifer West in 01:19:20.

The next event in the series is the Ennerdale trail race on October 21, where runners can choose from a 10km and a 25km course. For further details and online entry visit www.highterrainevents.co.uk

Photos: Race winner Carl Bell with local fell running legend Billy Bland and the finish area at the Keswick Mountain Festival

Men's 21km results

1	Carl Bell	01:24:50
2	Martin Bateman	01:37:52
3	Jules Hatcher	01:38:19

 

Women's 21km results

1	Katey Foster	01:57:24
2	Jenn Mattinson	02:02:56
3	Sarah Paradine	02:05:13

 

Men's 13km results

1	Gareth Green	00:58:20	Portobello RC
2	Tim Gleeson	01:04:41	Handsworth Roadhogs RC
3	Peter Massey	01:06:06	Gateshead Harriers & AC

 

Women's 13km results

1	Catherine Faux	01:06:20
2	Claire Fowler	01:14:31
3	Jennifer West	01:19:20

 

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Worden Park 10km

Red Rose Road Runners hosted the Worden Park 10km on May 20th. The largely traffic free two lap course attracted 174 runners. Dry and cool conditions helped the participants with the front runners getting away from the field early in the race. Callum Rowett of Preston Harriers and Robert Danson of Wesham passed the three mile point with only a few metres between them but as the race continued Rowett took a decisive lead coming home a minute in front in a time of 34.32. Danson finished in 35.32 with Mike Flatley of Middleton Harriers third in 36.04.

In the ladies race, Joanne Taylor of Lancaster and Morecambe lead at half way but Avril Duckworth of Clayton Hariers was never far away. She took the lead coming home strongly in 40.26 with Joanne second in 40.57. Third place went to Debie Shaw of Middleton Harriers in 44.38.

The day also provided the chance for a group of runners to raise over £2000 for Asthma UK. 24 ladies from Trinity and St Michael’s School had been training for the event to raise money in memory of pupil Harry Cummings who died after suffering an asthma attack whilst at school.

Men's results

1	Callum Rowett	Preston Harriers	34.32
2	Robert Danson	Wesham	35.32
3	Mike Flatley	Middleton Harriers	36.04

 

Women's results

1	Avril Duckworth	Clayton Hariers	40.26
2	Joanne Taylor	Lancaster and Morecambe	40.57
3	Debie Shaw	Middleton Harriers	44.38

 

Click here for full results in due course

 

 

The Hard Way round the Rock

The course for The Hard Way round the Rock is multi terrain, on local coastal footpaths, with options of 5, 11 or 20 miles available.

Men's 11 mile results

1	Lewis Matthews
2	Mark Packer
3	Richard Boulter

 

Women's 11 mile results

1	Ellen Camerson
2	Mary Corbett
3	Kathy Fooks

 

Men's 21 mile results

1	Gary Smith
2	Paolo De Luca
3	Peter Spieler

 

Women's 21 mile results

1	Henrietta Timms
2	Melanie Holloway
3	Ruth Thom

 

 

 

Girls vs Boys - 5k race

England rugby sevens star Chris Cracknell and International fitness and lifestyle expert Sarah Maxwell captained teams of Girls and Boys for the fundraising 5k – and also choreographed and led a warm up for the 83 charity runners.

Simon Hughes, MP for Bermondsey and Old Southwark, joined in the warm up and said: “I supported, and people ran Girls vs Boys, to remind others that more than half a million people in this country have breast cancer and 12,000 die from breast cancer every year. However by putting money into research there can be cure. We came [to Southwark Park] for a positive reason – to reduce the pain, reduce the anxiety and have a better future.”

Photos: Sarah Maxwell with the winners trophy. Simon Hughes MP . Sarah Maxwell and Chris Cracknell © Sam Mellish

The close run race was ultimately won by the Girls team who posted an average race time of 32 minutes and 13 seconds compared to the boys 37 minutes and 2 seconds*.

*The Boys time had a weighting added to it, based on the average weighting taking from all the GvB pairs.

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Top three Girls results are: (chip time in mins/secs)

1	Emma Dunk	20:07
2	Janet Worster	20:19
3	Laura Roughan	21:20

 

Top three Boys results are: (chip time in mins/secs)

1	Harold Wyber	16:27
2	Timothy Navin-Jones	18:17
3	Andrew Macrow	18:18

 

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General 10km

On May 20th the inaugural General 10K run took place on the outskirts of Winchester at the Matterley Bowl. Set on the beautiful South Downs, circa 200 race participants congregated for possibly the best 10K challenge of 2012!

With 3 races 10k, an obstacle and carrying a 'rifle', at 10.00hrs The General started with racers due to do battle. An exciting course awaited them with testing hills, a challenging moto cross circuit and 10 obstacles including a Chieftan Tank.

After mud, blood, sweat and tears the following elite crossed the line - 10k fastest male Simon Toms, female Emma Henshaw - Obstacle fastest male Bruce Ayling female Stephanie Upton - 'Rifle' fastest male Andrew Swinson female Val Coombs. A great new race to add to your diary for 2013.

Men's 10km results

1	Simon Toms	43:26.0
2	Tim Donald	44:45.9
3	Kenneth Holt	45:05.2

 

Women's 10km results

1	Emma Henshaw	46:31.3
2	Nicky McWilliam	47:20.0
3	Penni Harrison	49:10.6

 

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fit8 & Time & Leisure 5k

fit8 and Time and Leisure organised a 5k run starting and finishing at Warren House, Kingston. fit8 contributed two £100 prizes for the first lady and man across the finishing line and there were spot prizes on the day.

The weather was cold and dry - ideal running weather for many - and all were in high spirits on the day, with 70 runners competing in the race. Some runners achieved good times on a fast course and other runners completed their very first 5k run! £1,790 was raised for the Wimbledon Guild, and you can still donate: www.justgiving.com/fit8andtimeandleisure5k

Local Photographer Joshua Tucker kindly put together a slide show of the day www.joshuatuckerphotography.com/fit85k/

A special thank you to the Wimbledon Guild and their marshals who helped on the day, Time and Leisure magazine and Coombe residential for sponsoring the event, Warren House for hosting the event and to Stephanie Upton Prowse and all those who donated gifts for our goody bags.

Photos © Joshua Tucker

Men's results

1	James Eden	18.35
2	Ollie Weguelin (fit8 member)	19.01
3	Daniel Tuck	20.11

 

Women's results

1	Lisa Thomas (fit8 member)	21.33
2	Sally Ambrose (fit8 member)	25.09
3	Ema Jones	25.35

 

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