23 Mark ROSE 20:59
24 Peter MOOR 21:00
57 Eamon KENNEDY 23:09
62 Sarah JONES 23:32
75 Tony KENNEDY 24:27
81 Jo LEE 24:37
91 Andrew PATE 25:12
99 Mick BHOGAL 25:53
112 Mick CLARKE 27:01
Monday, 22 July 2013
Wednesday, 17 July 2013
London 10K
Pete Moor completed the London 10K on Sunday in a brilliant time of 41:34 finishing in the top 100 overall.
The Adderbury (Ultra)
The Adderbury Run has become a cult fixture on the Northampton Road Runners calendar nowadays and it is much loved for many reasons. There are two options described by the organisers as, "Mainly off-road and as close as we can get to a Half Marathon." There is also a, close as we can get to a 10K," and a walk too. The route takes you off road over stiles and through some picturesque villages offering a few challenges along the way.
Last year's trip took place in the middle of the UK's monsoon season and most of the routes was sodden with muddy puddles but this year's offering couldn't have been further removed, solid underfoot and temperatures soaring around 30 degrees by the finish, this claimed a few runners along the way. To add to the excitement, the routes measured an extra mile in distance making the half a 14 mile affair.
Andy Blaize was first home for the club in 1:40:24 and Rosanna Andrews claimed a prize for the second lady overall (1:44:22). Mark Kennedy enjoyed a good run in 1:51:03 and Ronnie Ambrose broke the two hours in 1:57:57. Close behind and also breaking two hours was Penny Andrews 1:59:56 and Steve Prior followed in 2:04:45.
Darren Baldwin, fresh from his recent off road marathon adventure, finished in a respectable 2:10:07 ahead of Jocelyn Granger 2:23:05 and Mrs Suzanne Baldwin (also an off road marathon adventurer (2:27:28).
Elaine Palmer was next to finish in 2:28:43 with Mick Clarke 2:32:57, Mary Davies 2:45:35 and Paula Pinney 2:50:04 completing the half challenge.
In the (as close to) 10K option, Wendy Parker finished in 1:02:06 with Mary and Tom Sullivan sharing a time of 01:09:34. Paige Pinkard and Sally Garrett completed the course in 1:24:54 and 1:25:01 respectively.
Mike Palmer and Jules Kennedy took part in the walk too.
Results for the Adderbury Half Run - close to 14 miles
8 Andy Blaize 01:40:24
9 Rosanna Andrews 01:44:22
16 Mark Kennedy 01:51:03
28 Ronnie Ambrose 01:57:57
30 Penny Andrews 01:59:56
38 Steve Prior 02:04:45
46 Darren Baldwin 02:10:07
74 Jocelyn Granger 02:23:05
79 Suzanne Baldwin 02:27:28
82 Elaine Palmer 02:28:43
87 Mick Clarke 02:32:57
98 Mary Davies 02:45:35
99 Paula Pinney 02:50:04
Results for the Adderbury Ten Run - approx 10 kilometres
21 Wendy Parker 01:02:06
53 Mary Sullivan 01:09:34
54 Tom Sullivan 01:09:35
72 Paige Pinkard 01:24:54
73 Sally Garrett 01:25:01
Results for the Adderbury Half Walk - approx. 14 miles
Mike Palmer
Julie Kennedy
Last year's trip took place in the middle of the UK's monsoon season and most of the routes was sodden with muddy puddles but this year's offering couldn't have been further removed, solid underfoot and temperatures soaring around 30 degrees by the finish, this claimed a few runners along the way. To add to the excitement, the routes measured an extra mile in distance making the half a 14 mile affair.
Andy Blaize was first home for the club in 1:40:24 and Rosanna Andrews claimed a prize for the second lady overall (1:44:22). Mark Kennedy enjoyed a good run in 1:51:03 and Ronnie Ambrose broke the two hours in 1:57:57. Close behind and also breaking two hours was Penny Andrews 1:59:56 and Steve Prior followed in 2:04:45.
Darren Baldwin, fresh from his recent off road marathon adventure, finished in a respectable 2:10:07 ahead of Jocelyn Granger 2:23:05 and Mrs Suzanne Baldwin (also an off road marathon adventurer (2:27:28).
Elaine Palmer was next to finish in 2:28:43 with Mick Clarke 2:32:57, Mary Davies 2:45:35 and Paula Pinney 2:50:04 completing the half challenge.
In the (as close to) 10K option, Wendy Parker finished in 1:02:06 with Mary and Tom Sullivan sharing a time of 01:09:34. Paige Pinkard and Sally Garrett completed the course in 1:24:54 and 1:25:01 respectively.
Mike Palmer and Jules Kennedy took part in the walk too.
Results for the Adderbury Half Run - close to 14 miles
8 Andy Blaize 01:40:24
9 Rosanna Andrews 01:44:22
16 Mark Kennedy 01:51:03
28 Ronnie Ambrose 01:57:57
30 Penny Andrews 01:59:56
38 Steve Prior 02:04:45
46 Darren Baldwin 02:10:07
74 Jocelyn Granger 02:23:05
79 Suzanne Baldwin 02:27:28
82 Elaine Palmer 02:28:43
87 Mick Clarke 02:32:57
98 Mary Davies 02:45:35
99 Paula Pinney 02:50:04
Results for the Adderbury Ten Run - approx 10 kilometres
21 Wendy Parker 01:02:06
53 Mary Sullivan 01:09:34
54 Tom Sullivan 01:09:35
72 Paige Pinkard 01:24:54
73 Sally Garrett 01:25:01
Results for the Adderbury Half Walk - approx. 14 miles
Mike Palmer
Julie Kennedy
Northampton Parkrun - event number 62
Northampton Parkrun - event number 62
13 Pete MOOR 19:45
35 Darren SMITH 21:50
49 Eamon KENNEDY 23:20
55 David KNOWLES 23:54
77 Andrew PATE 25:40
Watlington 10K Cross Country Hill Run
On Sunday 7th July Tony Letts won the Watlington 10K Cross Country Hill Run in a great time of 42:15 on a challenging course. Well done Tony. Jo Cummings also completed the course in 68:10.
1st Tony Letts 42:15
94 Jo Cummings 68:10
1st Tony Letts 42:15
94 Jo Cummings 68:10
Monday, 1 July 2013
North Devon Half and Marathon
Huge congratulations to Darren and Suzanne Baldwin for completing their first ever marathon.
Most runners go for a big event like London or maybe a local marathon for their first 26.2 but the Baldwins decided on the North Devon Marathon. Judging by the photos, if you have done the Grizzly or any kind of fell race up and down cliffs, well this looks like something of that nature. Sheer beauty and sheer pain.
Steve Prior also completed the half marathon distance on the day too, well done to Steve. He was delighted with the selection of cakes on offer at the end too.
Another great story for NRR travelling the country and running off road again. Well done all three of you.
Most runners go for a big event like London or maybe a local marathon for their first 26.2 but the Baldwins decided on the North Devon Marathon. Judging by the photos, if you have done the Grizzly or any kind of fell race up and down cliffs, well this looks like something of that nature. Sheer beauty and sheer pain.
Steve Prior also completed the half marathon distance on the day too, well done to Steve. He was delighted with the selection of cakes on offer at the end too.
Another great story for NRR travelling the country and running off road again. Well done all three of you.
Desborough Half Marathon
The Desborough Half Marathon made its debut on the Northamptonshire running calendar on 30th June. Organisers RAPID - Run Any Pace In Desborough put on a tough event including some challenging hills through a lovely countryside route with plenty of views to admire.
The marshals were friendly and encouraging and the race was well organised with water stops every three miles (including one at the top of the biggest climb at 10-11 miles). A great goody bag including medal and t-shire was on offer at the end with a smile from volunteers.
Top cap off a great run, the club's chairman personally congratulated everyone at the finish line and collected feedback to ensure this event becomes a regular annual offering.
Mark Kennedy completed the course in 1:43 and offered the following advice, "Don't have a curry the night before a half marathon!"
The marshals were friendly and encouraging and the race was well organised with water stops every three miles (including one at the top of the biggest climb at 10-11 miles). A great goody bag including medal and t-shire was on offer at the end with a smile from volunteers.
Top cap off a great run, the club's chairman personally congratulated everyone at the finish line and collected feedback to ensure this event becomes a regular annual offering.
Mark Kennedy completed the course in 1:43 and offered the following advice, "Don't have a curry the night before a half marathon!"
Parkrun Event 60 - 29th June
Results for Northampton Parkrun, event number 60, 29/06/2013.
A record 220 participants completed the run today.
7 Andy BLAIZE 18:40
12 Pete MOOR 19:33
21 Mark GARRETT 20:23
39 Darren SMITH 21:41
79 Tony KENNEDY 23:58
Sarah Jones 24-03 PB
98 Elaine PALMER 25:02
102 Mick CLARKE 25:28
159 Simone SMITH 30:28
Paige Pinkard 31-35 PB
Results for Sheffield Hallam parkrun, event number 150, 29/06/2013.
9 Sam BROWN 00:19:04
A record 220 participants completed the run today.
7 Andy BLAIZE 18:40
12 Pete MOOR 19:33
21 Mark GARRETT 20:23
39 Darren SMITH 21:41
79 Tony KENNEDY 23:58
Sarah Jones 24-03 PB
98 Elaine PALMER 25:02
102 Mick CLARKE 25:28
159 Simone SMITH 30:28
Paige Pinkard 31-35 PB
Results for Sheffield Hallam parkrun, event number 150, 29/06/2013.
9 Sam BROWN 00:19:04
Tuesday, 25 June 2013
Northampton Parkrun Event 59
Northampton Parkrun Event 59 - 22nd June results
12 Peter MOOR 19:29
53 Martin ANDREWS 23:26
55 Jo LEE 23:36
Also congratulations to new member Paige who completed her 1st parkrun on 15/6/13 - 146 Paige PINCKARD 32:37
12 Peter MOOR 19:29
53 Martin ANDREWS 23:26
55 Jo LEE 23:36
Also congratulations to new member Paige who completed her 1st parkrun on 15/6/13 - 146 Paige PINCKARD 32:37
Colworth Challenge Weekend 21-23 June 2013
Colworth Challenge Weekend 21/22/23rd June 2013
by Mark G
A record turnout of club members at the Colworth weekend helped make this our best ever visit to this fantastic event.
Not only were there lots of us, but we also brought along kids, dogs, and supporters and we made sure that Northampton Road Runners were well represented in all the best ways.
We collected a number of trophies throughout the weekend and those deserve special credit, however everyone did fantastically well and made it a top trip for those both camping or coming along each day.
The awful weather forecast was luckily wrong and we stayed mainly dry and some even got sunburnt.
After the campers had pitched their tents on Fri evening it was time for action.
First off were young Julien and Isabel ( Jasmines kids) who collected medals in the junior races.
In the Fri 5 we then had many stars. The next generation were represented in good style by Alan (Elaines lad), Carrick and Coral (young Baldwins).
Casey the mad sheepdog dragged Suzanne round and then commandeered her tent.
We had a number of new faces at this event for the 1st time and well done to Avtar who overcame her nerves and ran her 1st ever race as well as we knew she could.
Saturday involves the 8.1 mile trail race which is always muddy and slippy.
Joining the 3 race runners Steve, Jo C, Spike and Suzanne did their 2nd efforts and we were joined by Paul, Dave and Paula and all stayed on their feet thankfully.
Sat night involved BBQs, beer, Santa Pods Disco next door, bleating sheep and Wendy snoring which is ideal preparation for the Sun . half marathon.
Amazingly we still had 14 still standing (comparing aches and pains) at the Sunday start line.
Andy C, Eamon, Penny and Rosanna were all here for the 1st time this year and after completing their 3 races had a deserved look of satisfaction (or was it knackered) on their faces.
As did Elaine and Sally who have been here many times before but this year challenged themselves to do all 3 races and finished in style.
Mick Clarke has now done this event 10 times (in 12) and was rewarded with a nice tankard to honour the achievement. Ronnie also picked up his 5 year award.
Trophies were picked up by Mick (mv65), Tony (mv 40), Penny (fv ?), Rosanna 3rd lady ½ marathon.
The ladies were as always great and came 3rd team on both Friday and Sunday.
And last but not least in the overall event we finished 2nd Team beaten only by East London Runners.
So another Colworth weekend is over. Another great success and a great time enjoyed by all.
Make sure you keep this weekend free for next year where we can do it all again with maybe even more of us?
The full results are on Colworth Striders website, below I have listed all who took part.(hopefully)
Marathon Challenge (all 3 races, 5+8.1+13.1=Marathon)
Sally Garrett - 1st time all 3
Jim Anderson - camped for 1st time back on form
Mick Clarke - 1st mv65 Sun 10 year award
Elaine Palmer - 1st time all 3
Jo Smith - 6th year
Andy Cottrell - 1st timer
Eamon Kennedy - 1st timer, under 4 hours
Wendy Parker - After 26 miles beat Eamon by 4 secs
Penny Andrews - Fv 45 champ
Ronnie Ambrose - 5 yr award
Mark Garrett
Rosanna Andrews - 3rd lady Half Marathon
Andy Blaize - 2nd team
Tony Letts - MV prizes in all races.
Sat 8.1 mile Trail Race
The above plus
Paul Braddock - the muddier the better, good colworth debut
Paula Pinney - good 1st run here, stayed upright.
Spike Breydin - always in good shape
Steve Prior - warming up for next week
Suzanne Baldwin - ready for marathon debut next week
Jo Cummings - thriving in mud as usual? 1st go at trail
Dave Solly - good tent skills and good run Fri 5 mile warm-up
14 marathoners plus in no particular order
Charlotte Yarker - 1st visit
Avtar Kour -1st ever race, about time too, great
Mary Davies - 1st timer at Colworth
Jo Cummings
Steve Prior
Spike Breydin
Jasmine Banks - warming up for Sun fell race
Dave and Carole Whatton - the comeback kids, must keep fit
Suzanne Baldwin + Casey the mobile shagpile carpet, bring on that marathon
Carrick and Coral Baldwin - good quality genes mean good runs
Alan Palmer - fine effort, needs to listen to mum more
I think that’s everything covered and everyone mentioned.
The only thing missing is the winner of the Northampton Road Runners Bake Off.
It was decided it was too close to call this year, however Eamon must learn not to offer his attempt to Wellinboro’ before us.
Wednesday, 19 June 2013
Harborough 5 - 18th June 2013
Harborough 5 - 18th June 2013
Part of East Midlands Grand Prix
29 Tony Letts 29:43 *4th M45*
61 Matt Brand 32:18
67 Peter Moor 32:33 *PB*
123 Adrian Tuck 34:59
151 Darren Baldwin 36:03
175 Steve Prior 37:17
195 Charlotte Yarker 37:59
204 Darren Byfield 38:13
205 Rebecca Hollowell 38:13
218 Paul Braddock 39:05
241 Jo Lee 40:07
265 Eamon Kennedy 41:16
279 Andrew Pate 42:05
292 Elaine Palmer 42:55
325 Colin Bricher 46:34
328 Joanna Cummings 47:28
Part of East Midlands Grand Prix
29 Tony Letts 29:43 *4th M45*
61 Matt Brand 32:18
67 Peter Moor 32:33 *PB*
123 Adrian Tuck 34:59
151 Darren Baldwin 36:03
175 Steve Prior 37:17
195 Charlotte Yarker 37:59
204 Darren Byfield 38:13
205 Rebecca Hollowell 38:13
218 Paul Braddock 39:05
241 Jo Lee 40:07
265 Eamon Kennedy 41:16
279 Andrew Pate 42:05
292 Elaine Palmer 42:55
325 Colin Bricher 46:34
328 Joanna Cummings 47:28
Tuesday, 18 June 2013
Northampton Parkrun - Event 58
Northampton Parkrun Event 58 - 15th June 2013
8 Matt BRAND 18:43 PB
15 Peter MOOR 19:25 PB
39 Charlotte YARKER 22:13 PB
40 Darren SMITH 22:14 PB
43 Penny ANDREWS 22:21 PB
50 Eamon KENNEDY 23:08 PB
51 Martin ANDREWS 23:10
55 Jo LEE 23:32
80 Elaine PALMER 25:58
82 Mick CLARKE 26:17
112 Glen COUSNER 28:29
141 Simone Lucy SMITH 32:12
Well done everyone . Lots of PB's this week:-)
Special thanks to Glen for pacing sub30 again. And Darren Byfield and Beckie's family for volunteering .
8 Matt BRAND 18:43 PB
15 Peter MOOR 19:25 PB
39 Charlotte YARKER 22:13 PB
40 Darren SMITH 22:14 PB
43 Penny ANDREWS 22:21 PB
50 Eamon KENNEDY 23:08 PB
51 Martin ANDREWS 23:10
55 Jo LEE 23:32
80 Elaine PALMER 25:58
82 Mick CLARKE 26:17
112 Glen COUSNER 28:29
141 Simone Lucy SMITH 32:12
Well done everyone . Lots of PB's this week:-)
Special thanks to Glen for pacing sub30 again. And Darren Byfield and Beckie's family for volunteering .
Wednesday, 12 June 2013
Banbury 5 - 11th June
11th June 2013 - East Midlands Grand Prix
Banbury 5
25 Tony Letts 29:22 * 4th M45 *
67 Carrick Baldwin 32:03 * 2nd M20 *
75 Stuart Drummond 32:27
81 Peter Moor 32:40
116 Paul Smith 33:58
144 Darren Baldwin 34:51
178 Steve Prior 36:22
181 Roger Taylor 36:26
199 Martin Andrews 37:03
209 Darren Byfield 37:34
216 Charlotte Yarker 37:59
232 Rebecca Hollowell 38:41
247 Andy Cottrell 39:23
252 Tony Kennedy 39:48
270 Eamon Kennedy 40:40
300 Elaine Palmer 43:02
330 Joanna Cummings 47:48
Banbury 5
25 Tony Letts 29:22 * 4th M45 *
67 Carrick Baldwin 32:03 * 2nd M20 *
75 Stuart Drummond 32:27
81 Peter Moor 32:40
116 Paul Smith 33:58
144 Darren Baldwin 34:51
178 Steve Prior 36:22
181 Roger Taylor 36:26
199 Martin Andrews 37:03
209 Darren Byfield 37:34
216 Charlotte Yarker 37:59
232 Rebecca Hollowell 38:41
247 Andy Cottrell 39:23
252 Tony Kennedy 39:48
270 Eamon Kennedy 40:40
300 Elaine Palmer 43:02
330 Joanna Cummings 47:48
Northampton Parkrun - Event 57
Parkrunners 8th June - Event 57
15 Peter MOOR 00:19:32 * another PB*
19 Mark Alan KENNEDY 00:19:58
46 Martin ANDREWS 00:22:24
63 Eamon KENNEDY 00:23:39
99 Mick CLARKE 00:26:19
141 Glen COUSNER 00:29:39 - sub 30 min pace-setter
Tuesday, 4 June 2013
Ultra Heroes
Lamport Hall then run around half of Northamptonshire then back to Lamport. "What a good idea said Jocelyn, who can I round up for this?"
Four Northampton Road Runners completed the Spires and Squires Ultra on 2nd June. The beautiful 35 mile route wound its way through the countryside bathing the competitors in sunshine throughout.
Matt Brand finished in 18th overall in a great time of 5:39:46 (not that times matter in these things, it is all about finishing the challenge). Mark Garrett made his ultra debut in 6:32:22 and Jocelyn Granger completed the course in 7:15:21. Richard Cormack also finished in 8:20.
Well done all, Northampton Road Runners love off-road running!
18 Matt Brand 5:39:46
58 Mark Garrett 6:32:22
81 Jocelyn Granger 7:15:21
Richard Cormack 8:20
Mark Garrett added, "Well 4 of us started and 4 of us finished. The feet suffered and my head got burnt. It was nearly as hard as a Christmas shopping trip. We were very grateful to see friendly faces at checkpoints and at the finish to spur us on and not allow us to consider giving in. I discovered a whole new world of running, out on your own for a very long time.
It was however a great experience, however next time I see Jocelyn, heading my way with another good idea I will be going into hiding."
Four Northampton Road Runners completed the Spires and Squires Ultra on 2nd June. The beautiful 35 mile route wound its way through the countryside bathing the competitors in sunshine throughout.
Matt Brand finished in 18th overall in a great time of 5:39:46 (not that times matter in these things, it is all about finishing the challenge). Mark Garrett made his ultra debut in 6:32:22 and Jocelyn Granger completed the course in 7:15:21. Richard Cormack also finished in 8:20.
Well done all, Northampton Road Runners love off-road running!
18 Matt Brand 5:39:46
58 Mark Garrett 6:32:22
81 Jocelyn Granger 7:15:21
Richard Cormack 8:20
Mark Garrett added, "Well 4 of us started and 4 of us finished. The feet suffered and my head got burnt. It was nearly as hard as a Christmas shopping trip. We were very grateful to see friendly faces at checkpoints and at the finish to spur us on and not allow us to consider giving in. I discovered a whole new world of running, out on your own for a very long time.
It was however a great experience, however next time I see Jocelyn, heading my way with another good idea I will be going into hiding."
The Otmoor Challenge
The Otmoor Challenge is a friendly half marathon that takes place in the Oxfordshire village of Horton-Cum-Studley, a few miles from the Northants county border. Upon arrival, runners are treated to a village festival and the course is already being tackled by walkers who can start the even from 9:00am.
The mass start is an unusual 2:00pm Saturday afternoon and festival goers take a break from the craft stalls and beer tent to cheer the 350 strong field off on their way.
The first half of the course is mainly on roads through picturesque villages but at the halfway point, tarmac is swapped for grass and farm trails. Although pretty flat, there is one major climb at 11 miles to test everyone's wits at the crucial point of the race but it's a downhill stretch before a welcome back at the festival at the end.
Mark Kennedy ran the Otmoor last year and knocked over ten minutes off the time, finishing in 1:36:56. Darren and Suzanne Baldwin continued their marathon training for their June adventure and finished in 1:44:55 in 2:07:11.
The beer tent was visited by the trio at the end.
62 Mark Kennedy 1:36:56
114 Darren Baldwin 1:44:55
258 Suzanne Baldwin 2:07:11
The mass start is an unusual 2:00pm Saturday afternoon and festival goers take a break from the craft stalls and beer tent to cheer the 350 strong field off on their way.
The first half of the course is mainly on roads through picturesque villages but at the halfway point, tarmac is swapped for grass and farm trails. Although pretty flat, there is one major climb at 11 miles to test everyone's wits at the crucial point of the race but it's a downhill stretch before a welcome back at the festival at the end.
Mark Kennedy ran the Otmoor last year and knocked over ten minutes off the time, finishing in 1:36:56. Darren and Suzanne Baldwin continued their marathon training for their June adventure and finished in 1:44:55 in 2:07:11.
The beer tent was visited by the trio at the end.
62 Mark Kennedy 1:36:56
114 Darren Baldwin 1:44:55
258 Suzanne Baldwin 2:07:11
Saturday Parkrunners 1st June
Brockenhurst Parkrun, Dorset - event number 2.
21 Ronnie AMBROSE 23:09
31 Wendy PARKER 26:08
Northampton Parkrun - event number 56
188 participants completed the run today.
19 Peter MOOR 19:33 - MASSIVE PB
91 Tony KENNEDY 24:24
97 Jo LEE 24:31 - MASSIVE PB
106 Elaine PALMER 25:15
168 Simone SMITH 32:54
21 Ronnie AMBROSE 23:09
31 Wendy PARKER 26:08
Northampton Parkrun - event number 56
188 participants completed the run today.
19 Peter MOOR 19:33 - MASSIVE PB
91 Tony KENNEDY 24:24
97 Jo LEE 24:31 - MASSIVE PB
106 Elaine PALMER 25:15
168 Simone SMITH 32:54
Friday, 31 May 2013
Corby Five
Round four marks the halfway point of the East Midlands Grand Prix Series with the Corby Five starting at East Carlton Country Park.
Tony Letts improved two places on Blisworth this time finishing second in his age category in a time of 30:06. Stuart Drummond was next to finish in 32:34 just ahead of Pete Moor who is flying at the moment (32:50).
Darren Byfield crossed the line in 38:24 ahead of Beckie Hollowell, who was first lady for the club in 38:33. Second lady Jo Lee wasn't far behind in 39:25 and Charlotte Yarker was next - 39:40. Andy Cottrell finished in 39:49 ahead of Tony Kennedy 40:18 and Eamon Kennedy 41:15.
Tom Sullivan continued his return to fitness with a 42:50 finish and Elaine Palmer enjoyed a good run in 43:17 just ahead of Jo Smith 43:31. Mary Sullivan was a proud 2nd F55 in 43:38 and Colin Bricher completed his second race in less than a week in 47:11.
26 Tony Letts 30:06 2nd M45
56 Stuart Drummond 32:34
62 Peter Moor 32:50
77 Paul Smith 33:35
175 Darren Byfield 38:24
178 Rebecca Hollowell 38:33
189 Jo Lee 39:25
197 Charlotte Yarker 39:40
201 Andy Cottrell 39:49
210 Tony Kennedy 40:18
221 Eamon Kennedy 41:15
233 Tom Sullivan 42:50
241 Elaine Palmer 43:17
246 Jo Smith 43:31
248 Mary Sullivan 43:38 2nd F55
264 Colin Bricher 47:11
Tony Letts improved two places on Blisworth this time finishing second in his age category in a time of 30:06. Stuart Drummond was next to finish in 32:34 just ahead of Pete Moor who is flying at the moment (32:50).
Darren Byfield crossed the line in 38:24 ahead of Beckie Hollowell, who was first lady for the club in 38:33. Second lady Jo Lee wasn't far behind in 39:25 and Charlotte Yarker was next - 39:40. Andy Cottrell finished in 39:49 ahead of Tony Kennedy 40:18 and Eamon Kennedy 41:15.
Tom Sullivan continued his return to fitness with a 42:50 finish and Elaine Palmer enjoyed a good run in 43:17 just ahead of Jo Smith 43:31. Mary Sullivan was a proud 2nd F55 in 43:38 and Colin Bricher completed his second race in less than a week in 47:11.
26 Tony Letts 30:06 2nd M45
56 Stuart Drummond 32:34
62 Peter Moor 32:50
77 Paul Smith 33:35
175 Darren Byfield 38:24
178 Rebecca Hollowell 38:33
189 Jo Lee 39:25
197 Charlotte Yarker 39:40
201 Andy Cottrell 39:49
210 Tony Kennedy 40:18
221 Eamon Kennedy 41:15
233 Tom Sullivan 42:50
241 Elaine Palmer 43:17
246 Jo Smith 43:31
248 Mary Sullivan 43:38 2nd F55
264 Colin Bricher 47:11
Northampton parkrun 55
Results for Northampton Parkrun, event number 55, 25/05/2013.
12 Peter MOOR 19:57
19 Mark KENNEDY 20:47
72 Elaine PALMER 25:28
96 Mick CLARKE 27:33
12 Peter MOOR 19:57
19 Mark KENNEDY 20:47
72 Elaine PALMER 25:28
96 Mick CLARKE 27:33
Blisworth Five
The Blisworth Friday Five normally hosts a 5K in May but this year the five mile event was swapped into its place to accommodate the East Midlands Grand Prix to replace Bedford. A challenging, undulating course was visited by 16 Northampton Road Runners on a blustery, wet Friday evening.
Tony Letts finished 35th overall and was 4th M45 in 29:43. Matt Brand continued his excellent form with a 31:36 finish and was only a few seconds ahead of Stuart Drummond in 31:52. Pete Moor finished strongly in 32:42 (is he doing the Parkrun the following day???).
Penny Andrews was first lady home for the club in 36:21 (3rd F45 overall). Darren Byfield and Charlotte Yarker enjoyed a battle to the line with only one second between them 38:31 and 38:32, Beckie Hollowell was also very close behind in 38:50.
Jo Lee also enjoyed a good run in 39:10 with Tony Kennedy (39:52) and Andy Cottrell (39:53) also breaking 40 minutes.
Eamon Kennedy finished in 40:08 ahead of Tom and Mary Sullivan 45:07. Colin Bricher 46:38 and Jo Cummings 49:14 completed the line up.
35 Tony Letts 29:43 4th M45
59 Matt Brand 31:36
64 Stuart Drummond 31:52
75 Peter Moor M40 32:42
164 Penny Andrews 36:21 3rd F45
204 Darren Byfield 38:31
205 Charlotte Yarker 38:32
212 Rebecca Hollowell 38:50
218 Jo Lee 39:10
238 Tony Kennedy 39:52
240 Andy Cottrell 39:53
245 Eamon Kennedy 40:08
304 Mary Sullivan 45:07
305 Tom Sullivan 45:07
319 Colin Bricher 46:38
337 Jo Cummings 49:14
NORTHAMPTON ROAD RUNNERS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AWARDS EVENING ON 22ND MAY 2013
Mark G and Mark K were proud to present
the NORTHAMPTON ROAD RUNNERS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AWARDS EVENING ON 22ND
MAY 2013
The evening
kicked off with formalities which included agreeing the Minutes from 2012, Election of Officials – the current
committee re-elected and members invited to approach us with any ideas or
suggestions they may have for the club.
Dave Soloman
delivered the Treasurer’s Report
before Marathon Charity Donations
were awarded to Glen Cousner, John Fleming & Jocelyn Granger who all ran
London on Charity Bond Places.
Club Kit continues on sale and the
Cross Country league have allowed the wearing of club T-shirts as well as
vests. Tom Sullivan will hold kit for
any future purchases.
Sports Personality of the Year started
with Mark G highlighting some of the major races of the year highlighted
including the following:-
2012 Grand
Prix Series, Colworth Marathon Challenge, Adderbury, Real Torch Relay – Beckets
Park to Wellingborough to celebrate Olympic Games, Cransley & Daventry 10 –
County Champs, trophies picked up by club, Moulton 10K - Eighth event to be held on the 25th
August 2013, Winter X-Country league – 46 runners involved - Chris Lamb, guest
runner, came 2nd overall. Eight
runners took part in all five races, The Belvoir Challenge, Ashby 20, The Grizzly,
Folksworth and Berkhamstead.
Park Run
Mark K
reported and Jo Lee was recognised for her organisation of this, together with
regular help from Martin Andrews and Elaine Palmer. Put on in conjunction with Wootton Road
Runners. Andy Blaize, Becky Holloway,
Danson, Jo Lee, and Roseanna Andrews have all been winners. Pete Moor took part in the most races for the
men and Glen Cousner won Best Fancy Dress prize on the birthday run.
Marathon Heroes
Edinburgh –
Steve Prior; Kilder Water – Lynton Dawson & Jocelyn Granger; Rutland Water
– Lynton, Matt Brand, Jasmine Banks & Martin Rowe; Portsmouth – Ronnie
& Wendy; Paris – Mark & Sally, Mary, Jim & Mick, Mark Kennedy, and
a special mention to Tom who was unable to take part; London – Tony Letts,
Andy, Matt Brand, Gary McDaniels, John Flemming, Ben Mullaney, Jocelyn, Wendy
Parker, Rob Donovan, Michael Franks, Pauline Horne, Dave Solomon; Stratford –
Ronnie, Mark K, Mary Sullivan.
Members were
reminded to send details of all their runs to Mark Kennedy so that he can have
them printed in the Chronicle & Echo.
Ronnie is also updating a calendar of races, local and recommended. NRR also now has a Twitter account – www.twitter.com/nrrweb.
Trophies
Nikki
MacKay, Physio, has donated vouchers for treatments as prizes. Glen has donated bottle of cider to each
winner and Mark K a Herbalife bar (cider and protein rolled into one).
Chairman’s Award – SALLY GARRETT.
Spirit of
the club best represented by the person chosen for this award. They turn up every Wednesday & Friday, all social
events. Not afraid to try different types
of races. In 2012/13, they set a goal to
run a Marathon for the first time. Ran
all 5 x-country races, ran first half marathon and are a good friend and
inspiration to their group.
Most Improved Female Runner – Charlotte
Yarker
Mentions
also to Penny Andrews, Jasmine Banks, Sally Garrett, Beckie Hollowell
Most Improved Male Runner – Mark Kennedy
Mentions to
Martin Andrews, Matt Brand, Pete Moor, Paul Braddock
Committee Award – Sue Thompson
Mentions to
Elaine Palmer and Jo Lee
Female Runner of the Year – Rosanna
Andrews
Mentions to
Jocelyn, Penny, Charlotte, & Sally
Male Runner of the Year – Martin Andrews
Mentions to
Tony Letts, Mark Garrett, Mark Nightingale, Matt Brand, Pete Moor & John
Fleming.
Chairman’s Report (Highlights)
Alan Hackett
delivered a lovely closing speech to cap off a fun-filled, action-packed night;
“One of
club’s old members, Mike Thomas, sadly passed away recently. He was one of the original United Trades
runners. In those early days, it was
just a social club, running in Claret & Gold, the old athletics colours for
the county. There was no committee and
the group were together for 6 years before they got one. The club was run on £20 in an ashtray as subs
and planning the route took place at a gathering held at the bottom of the
stairs. In 2001 the club moved its base
to Moulton, where it took on enthusiastic new members including Karen and
Jo. Now the club has top runners that
any club would be proud of. We are still
social but a dam good running club too.
I would like
to thank the current committee for their hard work. Dave Solomon as Treasurer, and Jo Smith as
Secretary who have both been in post for nearly 13 years. Mark Garrett as Race Director and general
organiser for the club routes’, is praised for his commitment and enthusiasm.
Over 30
years, United Trades or Northampton Road Runners as it became, has grown
stronger financially and in participation.
We now stand out amongst equals and are no longer a small club.
Thanks to
everyone for participating on club nights and in races. Hopefully the 2013/14 season will be injury
free and as you set your goals and targets I hope Northampton Road Runners will
be there to share them with you.”
Thank you for everyone who attended, we had
record numbers which represented well over half our membership. Northampton Road Runners is proud to continue
to offer our members a friendly and welcoming club. As a member, thank you for continuing our
proud reputation.
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Wednesday, 22 May 2013
Results for Northampton Parkrun - Event - 18/05/2013.
9 Peter MOOR 19:43
10 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:45 - 1st lady
38 Penny ANDREWS 22:51
50 Jo LEE 23:36
110 Richard ROSE 28:51
148 Andrew PATE 36:40
10 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:45 - 1st lady
38 Penny ANDREWS 22:51
50 Jo LEE 23:36
110 Richard ROSE 28:51
148 Andrew PATE 36:40
Rugby 6 - EMGP Round 2
Another great turnout from NRR at the second round of the popular East Midland Grand Prix at Rugby. After a flat start at Silverstone last week, runners were treated to an undulating country route starting at Hillmorden.
Danson Njoka was first to finish with another great performance in 34:45, he was 14th overall. Tony Letts was 31st in a time of 36:24 and Carrick Baldwin was flying, finishing in 38:41.
Rosanna Andrews was 2nd F20 in 39:06 and Pete Moor was next to finish in 40:18 just seconds ahead of Stuart Drummond in 40:59.
Ronnie Ambrose crossed the line in 41:52 and Adrian Tuck followed in 42:22 before Darren Baldwin 43:27 and Charlotte Yarker 45:28, who enjoyed a battle to the line with Beckie Hollowell 45:35.
Penny Andrews continued her comeback in 46:11 and Andy Cottrell enjoyed a good run in 47:04 seconds ahead of Wendy Parker in 47:06. Eamon Kennedy was pleased to break 50 minutes in 49:13
Elaine Palmer came home in 51:15 ahead of Suzanne Baldwin 52:19, Jim Anderson 52:20 and then the Sullivans, Mary and Tom in 53:59. Jo Cummings crossed the line in 57:24 and Richard Rose completed a great line up in 58:42.14 Danson Njoka 34:45
31 Tony Letts 36:24
69 Carrick Baldwin 38:41
82 Rosanna Andrews 39:06 2nd F20
105 Pete Moor 40:18
117 Stuart Drummond 40:59
134 Ronnie Ambrose 41:52
143 Adrian Tuck 42:22
166 Darren Baldwin 43:27
200 Charlotte Yarker 45:28
201 Rebecca Hollowell 45:35
210 Penny Andrews 46:11
228 Andy Cottrell 47:04
229 Wendy Parker 47:06
256 Eamon Kennedy 49:13
277 Elaine Palmer 51:15
285 Suzanne Baldwin 52:19
286 Jim Anderson 52:20
296 Mary Sullivan 53:59
297 Tom Sullivan 53:59
312 Jo Cummings 57:24
318 Richard Rose 58:42
Danson Njoka was first to finish with another great performance in 34:45, he was 14th overall. Tony Letts was 31st in a time of 36:24 and Carrick Baldwin was flying, finishing in 38:41.
Rosanna Andrews was 2nd F20 in 39:06 and Pete Moor was next to finish in 40:18 just seconds ahead of Stuart Drummond in 40:59.
Ronnie Ambrose crossed the line in 41:52 and Adrian Tuck followed in 42:22 before Darren Baldwin 43:27 and Charlotte Yarker 45:28, who enjoyed a battle to the line with Beckie Hollowell 45:35.
Penny Andrews continued her comeback in 46:11 and Andy Cottrell enjoyed a good run in 47:04 seconds ahead of Wendy Parker in 47:06. Eamon Kennedy was pleased to break 50 minutes in 49:13
Elaine Palmer came home in 51:15 ahead of Suzanne Baldwin 52:19, Jim Anderson 52:20 and then the Sullivans, Mary and Tom in 53:59. Jo Cummings crossed the line in 57:24 and Richard Rose completed a great line up in 58:42.14 Danson Njoka 34:45
31 Tony Letts 36:24
69 Carrick Baldwin 38:41
82 Rosanna Andrews 39:06 2nd F20
105 Pete Moor 40:18
117 Stuart Drummond 40:59
134 Ronnie Ambrose 41:52
143 Adrian Tuck 42:22
166 Darren Baldwin 43:27
200 Charlotte Yarker 45:28
201 Rebecca Hollowell 45:35
210 Penny Andrews 46:11
228 Andy Cottrell 47:04
229 Wendy Parker 47:06
256 Eamon Kennedy 49:13
277 Elaine Palmer 51:15
285 Suzanne Baldwin 52:19
286 Jim Anderson 52:20
296 Mary Sullivan 53:59
297 Tom Sullivan 53:59
312 Jo Cummings 57:24
318 Richard Rose 58:42
Wednesday, 15 May 2013
Parkrun Results 11th May
11 Peter MOOR 19:51
12 Rosanna ANDREWS 19:54
13 Mark KENNEDY 19:56
41 Darren SMITH 22:17
60 Andy COTTRELL 23:33
62 Eamon KENNEDY 23:49
66 Tony KENNEDY 24:06
121 Richard ROSE 28:43
171 Tom SULLIVAN 37:34
Monday, 13 May 2013
Silverstone GP
Twenty-four Northampton Road
Runners completed the ever popular Silverstone 10K. The opening race of
the East Midlands Grand Prix Series is now in its 30th year and the two lap
track offers excellent PB potential.
First home and first PB was Matt Brand in 39:25. Rosanna Andrews was first F20 in 40:41 only three seconds ahead of Stuart Drummond in 40:44. Pete Moor and Mark Kennedy enjoyed a similar battle two last year's race, overtaking each other at exactly the same points. Pete was the victor again in 41:05 with Mark in 41:12 (both grabbed PBs too). Carrick Baldwin enjoyed a great time of 41:55 and Ronnie Ambrose finished in 42:19 with Jim McGowan close behind in 42:29.
Roger Taylor also grabbed a PB in 44:43 and Darren Baldwin recovered from Sunday's Tough Mudder in 44:40. Charlotte Yarker coasted round the circuit in 46:05 and Rebecca Hollowell finished in 47:36. Wendy Parker smashed three minutes off her PB with 47:58 and Darren Byfield also joined the PB club in 48:16. Tony Kennedy enjoyed a great run in 48:31 and Penny Andrews crossed the line exactly the same time as Eamon Kennedy in 49:07 with Jo Lee seconds behind in 49:15.
Nigel Osbourne completed his first race for over 18 months in 50:55 and Glen Cousner managed to knock over seven minutes of his best in 53:10. Jim Anderson enjoyed a good run in 53:20 and Suzanne Baldwin, also recovered from the Tough Mudder to finish in 55:05. Colin Bricher was pleased to break 60 minutes in 56:54 and Richard Rose returned from injury to finish in 61:05.
113 Matt Brand 39:25
157 Rosanna Andrews 40:41 - 1st F20
162 Stuart Drummond 40:44
177 Peter Moor 41:05
183 Mark Kennedy 41:12
211 Carrick Baldwin 41:55
224 Ronnie Ambrose 42:19
235 Jim McGowan 42:29
332 Roger Taylor 44:43
340 Darren Baldwin 44:40
411 Charlotte Yarker FS 46:05
485 Rebecca Hollowell 47:36
497 Wendy Parker 47:58
513 Darren Byfield 48:16
532 Tony Kennedy48:31
556 Penny Andrews 49:07
570 Eamon Kennedy 49:07
571 Jo Lee 49:15
650 Nigel Osbourne 50:55
728 Glen Cousner 53:10
743 James Anderson 53:20
798 Suzanne Baldwin 55:05
847 Colin Bricher 56:54
944 Richard Rose 61:05
First home and first PB was Matt Brand in 39:25. Rosanna Andrews was first F20 in 40:41 only three seconds ahead of Stuart Drummond in 40:44. Pete Moor and Mark Kennedy enjoyed a similar battle two last year's race, overtaking each other at exactly the same points. Pete was the victor again in 41:05 with Mark in 41:12 (both grabbed PBs too). Carrick Baldwin enjoyed a great time of 41:55 and Ronnie Ambrose finished in 42:19 with Jim McGowan close behind in 42:29.
Roger Taylor also grabbed a PB in 44:43 and Darren Baldwin recovered from Sunday's Tough Mudder in 44:40. Charlotte Yarker coasted round the circuit in 46:05 and Rebecca Hollowell finished in 47:36. Wendy Parker smashed three minutes off her PB with 47:58 and Darren Byfield also joined the PB club in 48:16. Tony Kennedy enjoyed a great run in 48:31 and Penny Andrews crossed the line exactly the same time as Eamon Kennedy in 49:07 with Jo Lee seconds behind in 49:15.
Nigel Osbourne completed his first race for over 18 months in 50:55 and Glen Cousner managed to knock over seven minutes of his best in 53:10. Jim Anderson enjoyed a good run in 53:20 and Suzanne Baldwin, also recovered from the Tough Mudder to finish in 55:05. Colin Bricher was pleased to break 60 minutes in 56:54 and Richard Rose returned from injury to finish in 61:05.
113 Matt Brand 39:25
157 Rosanna Andrews 40:41 - 1st F20
162 Stuart Drummond 40:44
177 Peter Moor 41:05
183 Mark Kennedy 41:12
211 Carrick Baldwin 41:55
224 Ronnie Ambrose 42:19
235 Jim McGowan 42:29
332 Roger Taylor 44:43
340 Darren Baldwin 44:40
411 Charlotte Yarker FS 46:05
485 Rebecca Hollowell 47:36
497 Wendy Parker 47:58
513 Darren Byfield 48:16
532 Tony Kennedy48:31
556 Penny Andrews 49:07
570 Eamon Kennedy 49:07
571 Jo Lee 49:15
650 Nigel Osbourne 50:55
728 Glen Cousner 53:10
743 James Anderson 53:20
798 Suzanne Baldwin 55:05
847 Colin Bricher 56:54
944 Richard Rose 61:05
Wednesday, 8 May 2013
Mum v Son
It was the Mum v. Son 10k challenge on Sunday in rural Oxfordshire. Jocelyn was beaten by son Adam who came home in a fantastic time of 46:15 and Jocelyn finished in 51:10.
Parkrun 1st Anniversary
A good turn out for the 1st anniversary of the Parkrun was well attended by NRR members.
A huge well done to Pete Moor for taking the male points total 1st prize.
Well done to all the organisers and volunteers from NRR and other clubs who made this event happen and it continues to go from strength to strength. A record 224 Parkrunners ran this special event.
13 Peter MOOR 19:35
14 Mark GARRETT 19:38
38 Mark KENNEDY 22:01 - Tiger for the day
54 Charlotte YARKER 22:49
64 Eamon KENNEDY 23:11
68 Andy COTTRELL 23:15
74 Darren SMITH 23:27
78 Tony KENNEDY 23:36
81 Wendy PARKER 23:43
82 Ronnie AMBROSE 23:44
101 Jo LEE 24:57
113 Mary SULLIVAN 26:04
114 Tom SULLIVAN 26:05
160 Richard ROSE 29:16
211 Glen COUSNER 34:24 - The Marshmellow Man
A huge well done to Pete Moor for taking the male points total 1st prize.
Well done to all the organisers and volunteers from NRR and other clubs who made this event happen and it continues to go from strength to strength. A record 224 Parkrunners ran this special event.
13 Peter MOOR 19:35
14 Mark GARRETT 19:38
38 Mark KENNEDY 22:01 - Tiger for the day
54 Charlotte YARKER 22:49
64 Eamon KENNEDY 23:11
68 Andy COTTRELL 23:15
74 Darren SMITH 23:27
78 Tony KENNEDY 23:36
81 Wendy PARKER 23:43
82 Ronnie AMBROSE 23:44
101 Jo LEE 24:57
113 Mary SULLIVAN 26:04
114 Tom SULLIVAN 26:05
160 Richard ROSE 29:16
211 Glen COUSNER 34:24 - The Marshmellow Man
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Shakespeare Marathon Festival
A week on from the biggie at London, four Northampton Road Runners took on the quieter countryside leading out from the beautiful Stratford Upon Avon. After a lap of the town centre, the route headed through villages and Warwickshire countryside. The marathon distance was simply two laps of the half version.
Ronnie Ambrose maintained a great pace throughout the race and crossed the line in 3:49:12. After completing the Paris Marathon three weeks prior, Mark Kennedy (4:03:49 - only seconds difference in time from Paris) and Mary Sullivan (4:41:14) decided on a second marathon distance in April and were pleased with their efforts.
Tom Sullivan completed the half marathon distance in a pleasing 2:16:03 following an injury in the build up to Paris.
Marathon
247 Ronnie Ambrose 3:49:12
378 Mark Kennedy 4:03:49
619 Mary Sullivan 4:41:14
Half Marathon
1615 Tom Sullivan 2:16:03
Ronnie Ambrose maintained a great pace throughout the race and crossed the line in 3:49:12. After completing the Paris Marathon three weeks prior, Mark Kennedy (4:03:49 - only seconds difference in time from Paris) and Mary Sullivan (4:41:14) decided on a second marathon distance in April and were pleased with their efforts.
Tom Sullivan completed the half marathon distance in a pleasing 2:16:03 following an injury in the build up to Paris.
Marathon
247 Ronnie Ambrose 3:49:12
378 Mark Kennedy 4:03:49
619 Mary Sullivan 4:41:14
Half Marathon
1615 Tom Sullivan 2:16:03
Parkrun, Event 51 - 27/04/2013.
199 runners completed the Parkrun (201 if you include the ones who didn't take a barcode). Next week's will be the 1 year anniversary, come along and let's see if we can help break record numbers.
50 Martin ANDREWS 22:37
68 Eamon KENNEDY 24:00
74 Tony KENNEDY 24:20
106 Elaine PALMER 26:00
50 Martin ANDREWS 22:37
68 Eamon KENNEDY 24:00
74 Tony KENNEDY 24:20
106 Elaine PALMER 26:00
Wednesday, 24 April 2013
Results for Northampton Parkrun Event 50 - 20/04/2013.
15 Peter MOOR 20:19
16 Mark KENNEDY 20:25
43 Charlotte YARKER 22:16
46 Darren SMITH 22:27
65 Eamon KENNEDY 23:48
88 Elaine PALMER 25:45
146 Simone Lucy SMITH 31:44
16 Mark KENNEDY 20:25
43 Charlotte YARKER 22:16
46 Darren SMITH 22:27
65 Eamon KENNEDY 23:48
88 Elaine PALMER 25:45
146 Simone Lucy SMITH 31:44
Thursday, 18 April 2013
Parkrun Results 13/4
Results for Northampton parkrun, event number 49
10 Peter MOOR 19:58
26 Mark KENNEDY 21:35
39 Charlotte YARKER 23:00
42 Andrew COTRELL 23:17
50 Eamon KENNEDY 24:05
74 Mark GARRETT 26:32
128 Simone SMITH 33:03
Results for Graves parkrun,
8 Sam BROWN 21:07
10 Peter MOOR 19:58
26 Mark KENNEDY 21:35
39 Charlotte YARKER 23:00
42 Andrew COTRELL 23:17
50 Eamon KENNEDY 24:05
74 Mark GARRETT 26:32
128 Simone SMITH 33:03
Results for Graves parkrun,
8 Sam BROWN 21:07
Thursday, 11 April 2013
Stanwick 10k
Colin Bricher headed to Stanwick to take part in the Stanwick 10k on Easter Monday.
With temperatures low even for a winter race, Bricker did not treat this as a serious race effort, especially as he was still recovering from a recent illness and a bike accident.
Nevertheless he ran well to finish in 56:54 for fifth V60 finisher.
Tuesday, 9 April 2013
Paris Marathon
Six Northampton Road Runners made the Eurostar trip to Paris for the Marathon event on 7th April. The beautiful route takes in the sights including Champs Elysees, Louvre, Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tour (of course) as well as two huge parks before finishing in front of Arc De Triomphe.
Mark GARRETT enjoyed a storming run finishing in 3:21:41 and Mark KENNEDY clocked a marathon PB in 4:03:39. Mick CLARKE crossed the line in 4:31:03 just ahead of Mary SULLIVAN in 4:37:49. Jim ANDERSON enjoyed a time of 4:46:29 and star of the day was Sally GARRETT, completing her first ever marathon in 5:49:07.
4184th Mark GARRETT 3:21:41
18423th Mark KENNEDY 4:03:39
27790th Mick CLARKE 4:31:03
29531th Mary SULLIVAN 4:37:49
31576th Jim ANDERSON 4:46:29
37953th Sally GARRETT 5:49:07
The NRR trip was completed the following day when the super six plus supporters Tom Sulli and Jules Kennedy climbed the Eiffel Tour. The NRR banner was confiscated and maybe to never be seen again. Mick wooed the locals with his dodgy French accent and Jim fitted into the Parisian style with his beret.
Mark GARRETT enjoyed a storming run finishing in 3:21:41 and Mark KENNEDY clocked a marathon PB in 4:03:39. Mick CLARKE crossed the line in 4:31:03 just ahead of Mary SULLIVAN in 4:37:49. Jim ANDERSON enjoyed a time of 4:46:29 and star of the day was Sally GARRETT, completing her first ever marathon in 5:49:07.
4184th Mark GARRETT 3:21:41
18423th Mark KENNEDY 4:03:39
27790th Mick CLARKE 4:31:03
29531th Mary SULLIVAN 4:37:49
31576th Jim ANDERSON 4:46:29
37953th Sally GARRETT 5:49:07
The NRR trip was completed the following day when the super six plus supporters Tom Sulli and Jules Kennedy climbed the Eiffel Tour. The NRR banner was confiscated and maybe to never be seen again. Mick wooed the locals with his dodgy French accent and Jim fitted into the Parisian style with his beret.
Northampton Parkrun Event 48 - 06/04/2013.
8 Matt BRAND 19:14
12 Peter MOOR 20:03
28 Jim MCGOWAN 21:31
53 Eamon KENNEDY 23:43
81 Jackie DALTON 26:33
12 Peter MOOR 20:03
28 Jim MCGOWAN 21:31
53 Eamon KENNEDY 23:43
81 Jackie DALTON 26:33
Tuesday, 26 March 2013
Warwick Half Marathon
On a wet day of 17th March, Wayne Evans completed the Warwick Half Marathon in 2:10. Well done to Wayne.
Tuesday, 19 March 2013
Battlefield Run
Six NRR men went to battle at the Nasby Battlefield Run. Springtime snow covered the course as runners braved two distances. Completing the half marathon distance was Tony Letts who was first senior male in 1:26:47. Stuart Drummond had a great run in 1:29:35 and Matt Brand was close behind in 1:30:55. Eamon Kennedy finished in 1:53:35.
Two warriors took on the 10K challenge, Darren Byfield in 50:27 and Tony Kennedy in 51:57.
Half Marathon
119 Stuart Drummond 1:29:35
108 Matt Brand 1:30:55
145 Tony Letts 1:26:47
144 Eamon Kennedy 1:53:35
10k
Darren Byfield 50:27
81 Tony Kennedy 51:57
Two warriors took on the 10K challenge, Darren Byfield in 50:27 and Tony Kennedy in 51:57.
Half Marathon
119 Stuart Drummond 1:29:35
108 Matt Brand 1:30:55
145 Tony Letts 1:26:47
144 Eamon Kennedy 1:53:35
10k
Darren Byfield 50:27
81 Tony Kennedy 51:57
The Ashby 20 In The Snow
The Ashby 20 is a traditional pre-marathon training 20 miler which usually happens in spring sunshine. This year however, the 1,000 strong field endured a snowfall throughout most of the event.
Andy Blaize was the first home for NRR in 2:12:36 and Gary McDaniels enjoyed a good time of 2:17:04. Mark Nightingale continued his good marathon training progress with a 2:20:39 finish and Mark Garrett scored a PB with 2:24:58. John Fleming completed his first road 20 miler in 2:30:40 and Penny Andrews returned from injury to finish in 2:43:10. Lynton Dawson was next to cross the line in 2:44:20 just ahead of Mark Kennedy who grabbed his second PB of March in 2:45:48. Ben Mullaney made his NRR debut in 3:01:04
57 Andy Blaize 2:12:36
96 Gary McDaniels 2:17:04
132 Mark Nightingale 2:20:39
174 Mark Garrett 2:24:58
230 John Fleming 2:30:40
374 Penny Andrews 2:43:10
399 Lynton Dawson 2:44:20
413 Mark Kennedy 2:45:48 PB
644 Ben Mullaney 3:01:04
Andy Blaize was the first home for NRR in 2:12:36 and Gary McDaniels enjoyed a good time of 2:17:04. Mark Nightingale continued his good marathon training progress with a 2:20:39 finish and Mark Garrett scored a PB with 2:24:58. John Fleming completed his first road 20 miler in 2:30:40 and Penny Andrews returned from injury to finish in 2:43:10. Lynton Dawson was next to cross the line in 2:44:20 just ahead of Mark Kennedy who grabbed his second PB of March in 2:45:48. Ben Mullaney made his NRR debut in 3:01:04
57 Andy Blaize 2:12:36
96 Gary McDaniels 2:17:04
132 Mark Nightingale 2:20:39
174 Mark Garrett 2:24:58
230 John Fleming 2:30:40
374 Penny Andrews 2:43:10
399 Lynton Dawson 2:44:20
413 Mark Kennedy 2:45:48 PB
644 Ben Mullaney 3:01:04
Parkrun 45 - 16/03/2013
Well done to Jo who was first lady at Parkrun 45.
7 Peter MOOR 20:20
40 Jo LEE 24:10
7 Peter MOOR 20:20
40 Jo LEE 24:10
Wednesday, 13 March 2013
The Grizzly
Every year a few thousand runners arrive at the Devon coast to take on the challenge of the iconic Grizzly, a 20 (ish) mile challenge. The route starts on the promenade which is the only flat part of the race, the rest is up and down cliffs, along shingle beaches, through forests, streams and muddy bogs. The recent wet weather added an extra challenge as some of the descents were near on impossible to keep your footing.
Eight Northampton Road Runners made the long trip, some making their debut into the unknown and some coming back for more punishment. The event was aptly named, "Grime and Punishment."
Matt Brand made his Grizzly debut and was 229th in a time of 2:29. Martin Andrews recorded a great time in 3:38 and Steve Prior was pleased to break four hours in 3:50.
The remaining five were returning for for more fun and Jocelyn Granger finished in 4:00 just ahead of Mark Kennedy in 4:02 who took a few tumbles on the route. Wendy Parker managed to free herself from the Bog of Doom to finish 4:20, the same time as Ronnie Ambrose. Jim Anderson completed the line up of NRR crazies in 4:34.
229 Matt Brand 2:29
324 Martin Andrews 3:38
476 Steve Prior 3:50
620 Jocelyn Granger 4:00
655 Mark Kennedy 4:02
859 Wendy Parker 4:20
860 Ronnie Ambrose 4:20
1013 Jim Anderson 4:34
Eight Northampton Road Runners made the long trip, some making their debut into the unknown and some coming back for more punishment. The event was aptly named, "Grime and Punishment."
Matt Brand made his Grizzly debut and was 229th in a time of 2:29. Martin Andrews recorded a great time in 3:38 and Steve Prior was pleased to break four hours in 3:50.
The remaining five were returning for for more fun and Jocelyn Granger finished in 4:00 just ahead of Mark Kennedy in 4:02 who took a few tumbles on the route. Wendy Parker managed to free herself from the Bog of Doom to finish 4:20, the same time as Ronnie Ambrose. Jim Anderson completed the line up of NRR crazies in 4:34.
229 Matt Brand 2:29
324 Martin Andrews 3:38
476 Steve Prior 3:50
620 Jocelyn Granger 4:00
655 Mark Kennedy 4:02
859 Wendy Parker 4:20
860 Ronnie Ambrose 4:20
1013 Jim Anderson 4:34
Milton Keynes Half
Two Northampton Road Runners completed the Milton Keynes Half Marathon on Sunday 10th March. Mark Nightingale completed the relatively flat course in 1:26:31 and Eamonn Kennedy 1:52:25
Mark Nightingale 1:26:31
Eamonn Kennedy 1:52:25
Mark Nightingale 1:26:31
Eamonn Kennedy 1:52:25
Parkrun Event - 09/03/2013
9 Gary MCDANIELS 19:51
10 Peter MOOR 20:01
62 Elaine PALMER 25:36
134 Simone SMITH 32:46
Tuesday, 5 March 2013
Silverstone Half
Six petrol heads went for the flat half option of the Silverstone Half to race the iconic circuit. Beckie Hollowell completed her frst ever half marathon in an impressive 1:49:50. There were three PBs to report on the fast track on the day, Micheal Franks 1:51:59, Paula Pinney 2:02:46 and Glen Cousner 2:04:51 were all smiles at the end. Dave Soloman 2:01:52 and Pauline Horne 2:09:05 also took the chequered flag.
Beckie Hollowell 1:49:50 - First ever half marathon
Micheal Franks 1:51:59 - PB
Dave Soloman 2:01:52
Paula Pinney 2:02:46 - PB
Glen Cousner 2:04:51 - PB
Pauline Horne 2:09:05
Berkhamsted Half
Ten Northampton Road Runners made the short trip down the M1 to the beautiful Berkhamsted Half event now in its 31st year. The course takes in three challenging climbs but finishes with a fast downhill final mile. The route cuts through picturesque villages and the Ashridge Estate.
On the course, Mark Kennedy finished strongly to knock a minute of his half marathon PB in 1:33:17. Terry Begley was close behind in1:35:13 and Mark Garrett, still recovering from the 26 miles of the Belvior Challenge crossed the line in 1:39:14. Peter Moor recovered from a quick Parkrun the previous day to finish in 1:39:54.
Roger Taylor was delighted with a 1:42:18 finish and Jocelyn Granger knocked over three minutes off her PB in 1:47:44. Rob Donovan finished in 1:48:49 and Tom Sullivan enjoyed a good run in 1:52:22. Mary Sullivan was close behind in 1:58:15 and Sally Garrett has become a new fan of the half distance completing her third in just over a month 2:44:27
132 Mark Kennedy 1:33:17 PB
159 Terry Begley 1:35:13
213 Mark Garrett 1:39:14
236 Peter Moor 1:39:54
275 Roger Taylor 1:42:18
416 Jocelyn Granger 1:47:44 PB
441 Rob Donovan 1:48:49
537 Tom Sullivan 1:52:22
684 Mary Sullivan 1:58:15
993 Sally Garrett 2:44:27 PB
On the course, Mark Kennedy finished strongly to knock a minute of his half marathon PB in 1:33:17. Terry Begley was close behind in1:35:13 and Mark Garrett, still recovering from the 26 miles of the Belvior Challenge crossed the line in 1:39:14. Peter Moor recovered from a quick Parkrun the previous day to finish in 1:39:54.
Roger Taylor was delighted with a 1:42:18 finish and Jocelyn Granger knocked over three minutes off her PB in 1:47:44. Rob Donovan finished in 1:48:49 and Tom Sullivan enjoyed a good run in 1:52:22. Mary Sullivan was close behind in 1:58:15 and Sally Garrett has become a new fan of the half distance completing her third in just over a month 2:44:27
132 Mark Kennedy 1:33:17 PB
159 Terry Begley 1:35:13
213 Mark Garrett 1:39:14
236 Peter Moor 1:39:54
275 Roger Taylor 1:42:18
416 Jocelyn Granger 1:47:44 PB
441 Rob Donovan 1:48:49
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684 Mary Sullivan 1:58:15
993 Sally Garrett 2:44:27 PB
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