British Masters Track and Field Championships
We had a few travelling down to the final (assuming it’s the last one) track and field championships.
Hazel Bough competing over Saturday and Sunday in the 400m and 1500m.
In the 1500, Hazel ran well finishing 2nd overall and 1st place in her age category.
In the 400, Hazel secured another podium finishing 2nd overall and in her age category.
Justin Durham and Simon Allen were competing the the tough steeplechase race, Simon in the 2000m and Justin the 3000m.
Simon ran a great race finishing 7th overall and 3rd in his age category.
Justin ran well finishing 8th overall and 4th in his age category.
Su-Wan Lewis was on throwing duties, competing in the discus.
Su-Wan finished 6th on the day.
NECAA Pentathlon Championships
Ayla Blight and Eric Lewis took part in the Northeastern Pentathlon Championships at Jarrow.
Both picked up medals, with Ayla finishing 2nd in the u15 category and Eric 1st in the v60.
Langdale Half Marathon
Fresh from their impressive PBs at the GNR Mick Wilson and Steve Dobson had a trip over the lakes to take on the undulating Langdale half marathon. Not for the faint hearted, the run takes you up what feels like near vertical hill where you see the very picturesque Blea Tarn.
Starting and finishing in the Langdale Valley, they would have been rewarded by the spectacular scenery throughout, the Langdale Valley is a beautiful place to visit (not necessarily do a half marathon), one of my favourites in the lakes.
The lads ran an impressive 1.35.
Ironman World Championships – Nice
The championships will return to Kona on a single day next year but that’ll have to wait as this year they’re in France.
Mark Turnbull, qualified for his third World Championships and second at Nice. He’s been in fine form this year this year and was looking forward to taking on the Nice course once again.
Mark was out the water in a time 1 hour 26 minutes and in 174th in his age category and with a swift transition took to the bike. He made up time on his competitors (131 places!!!), finishing the bike section in a time of 6 hours 15 minutes moving up to 43rd in his age group. Onto the run, he continued to move extremely well flying past people on the run leg as he ran an amazing marathon time in 3:32:21 (quicker than my marathon PB) finishing in 18th place.
His overall time of 11:25 is an amazing achievement and beats his time of 11:37 that he set in 2023 – well done Mark!!
Swim (2.4 miles): 1:26:23
T1: 6:00
Bike (112 miles): 6:15:43
T2: 5:02
Run (26.2 miles): 3:32:07
Overall (140.6 miles): 11:25:13
Age Group Place: 18th
Farringdon Relays
We had 4 teams out for the XC relays at Farringdon, conditions were dry underfoot and warm.
Our ladies team was led out by Andrea Banner with Imogen King next up and Simone King on the anchor leg.
We had three men’s teams entered with 3 guys making their relay debuts. Team 1 was led out by Joe Green, debutant Jon Bateman was on 2nd leg with Paul Taylor on the anchor leg. In team 2, had to put up with me leading the team off, Rich Houghton was on 2nd leg followed Ibraheem Hamoodi who making his relay debut ran the glory leg. Our 3rd team was Pete Dawson, followed by Chris Hopkinson and and Peter Sloan brought the team home.
Keep and an eye on Facebook for the results
Raby Castle Trail Races – 15 miler
Mike Steven opted for the 15 mile option as he took on the Raby Castle Trial race. Great to see Mike getting back to racing.
Information Notice:
English XC Relays – Mansfield 1st November
Are juniors will be out in force at Mansfield, it would be brilliant if our Seniors could get a few teams out too.
Women will run in teams of 3 running a 3km lap. The men will be in teams of 4 running a 5km lap.
Check your calendars and comment on the facebook post if you’re interested when it’s advertised.
Track and Field Training – Saturday’s at Wentworth
Andrea, Simon and others continue to hold track and field sessions on Saturday morning at Wentworth Leisure Centre.
There’s lots of events to try, all supported by our wonderful coaches, it’s a perfect introduction to track and field and boost that speed for the road events.
Open to all ages, members and nonmembers, everyone is welcome so please don’t be shy give it a try… If you want more information, feel free to ask any of the coaches. All we ask for is £2.50 donation, paid online before or after you take part.
Sunday Long Run
A reminder we have two regular groups running from the leisure centre on a Sunday heading out for long social runs. Everyone is welcome to these, even nonmembers, so if you have family or friends that wants company on a long run bring them down. Again, speak to your coaches for more information.
Future Fixtures:
Relays
1st November – English XC Relay (Mansfield)
2nd November – Norman Woodcocks (Road)
Cross Country – NEHL Fixtures
Winter is coming…so we’ll be looking to register people for the forthcoming NEHL season. Let me or Felicity know if you want to be registered.
SAT 27-SEP-25 Thornley Hall Farm
SUN 12-OCT-25 Druridge Bay Country Park
SAT 25-OCT-25 Lambton Estate
SUN 23-NOV-25 Wrekenton
SAT 17 or SUN 18-JAN-26 Lemington
SAT 31-JAN-26 Temple Park
SAT 28-FEB-26 Alnwick Castle Pastures
SAT 21-MAR-26 Eltringham Farm
Dates are subject to change…
Club Champs:
15th March – Cowbell 5km – COMPLETED/RESULTS
6th April – Blyth (10k) – COMPLETED/RESULTS
18th May – Pier to Pier (off road) – COMPETED/RESULTS
June – Rest
2nd July – Pie and Peas (10km) – COMPETED/RESULTS
10th July – Sunderland (5km) – COMPLETED/RESULTS
August – Watergate (5km) – Completed – click for results
September – Rest
October – to be used if any fixtures are cancelled
9th November – Heaton Memorial (10km) – Click to enter
16th November – Gibside Fruit Bowl (off road) – Click to enter
January – Rest
February – Sherman Cup/Davison Shield (off road)
We’ll look to add an internal race (probably a 5km) if any races are cancelled.
Rules:
best x2 results from each race category (5km, 10km and off road)
Useful website for races: http://www.northeastraces.com