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Mark's Column - 1st June 2010
Rhyl 5k 26th May Over in Rhyl Roy Traynor had another quality run on the out and back course nearly breaking the 20 minute barrier in a superb 20:18 (6:32 m/m). Currently awaiting official results.
Tunnel 10k 27th May Over in Liverpool, the ever popular Tunnel 10k took place in the windiest conditions of the year. Winning the race in 32:27 (5:13 m/m) was Stuart Stokes of Sale Harriers, 2nd place was Richard Burney from Liverpool Harriers in 33:00 (5:18 m/m) with 3rd place going to Simon Mills of Sale in 33:02 (5:18 m/m). The ladies race was won by Jenny Clague of Liverpool Harriers in 36:16 (5:50 m/m), 2nd place was Kirsty Longley of Liverpool Pembroke in 38:02 (6:07 m/m) and 3rd was Catherine Draper in 39:07 (6:17 m/m). Ellesmere Port were well represented with youngster and new talent Mark Edwards with the performance of the day. Mark, running his first serious 10k, ran a storming finishing 27th in 37:33 (6:02 m/m), with Paul Robertson not far behind him in 38:38 (6:13 m/m) and 37th position (5th M45) and Graham Earlham hunting Paul down for 46 position (2nd overall V50) in a time of 39:18 (6:19 m/m). Brian Griffiths was next in 44:00 (7:05 m/m) and 175th place. With over 2900 runners, Ellesmere Port had a great day out. Chester Marathon 31st May In its first year of running the Chester Marathon had 1000 runners all keen to show what they can do on what is a predominately flat course. Mark Dodd and Matt Whitfield were there from Ellesmere Port and shown just what quality they both have. The out and back course comprises starting at Chester Rugby Club, running along the cycle path to Queensferry, with a short loop, then straight back to the club. The sun was beating down with a breeze so conditions were favorable. Aiming for a club record, Mark suffered the most going through half way in 1:20:40 and on target, however the heat and sun were starting to take their toll as was a stomach upset. From then on in, it was damage limitation and Mark dropped from 11th to 14th position over all in a time of 2:49:28 (6:27 m/m) a new PB, but some way short of his target. Also suffering slightly in the heat was Matt Whitfield. Hoping to go under 3:15, Matt paced himself well and after going through a dodgy spell around 10 mile, got his head together running with a good group of runners to come home in 3:20:34 (7:39 m/m) and 126th place overall. Winning the race was Julian MacDonald of Chester Tri in 2:33:05 (5:50 m/m), 2nd place going to Daniel Westton of Wrexham AC in 2:34:59 (5:55 m/m) and 3rd was James Pearson of Beverly AC in 2:42:46 (6:12 m/m). The ladies race was won by Jenni Muston of Charnwood AC in 3:00:44 (6:54 m/m), 2nd place going to Helen Byrne of Holme in 3:14:36 (7:25 m/m)and 3rd place to Catherine Hewitt of Wrexham AC in 3:17:15 (7:33 m/m). See Mark & Matt running here:
Mark Dodd Matt Whitfield
Mark Dodd Finishing Matt Whitfield Finishing Running At Ellesmere Port Running Club Finally, anyone wishing to join the club whether beginner or competent runner, we meet at the Whitby Sports and Social Club on Tuesdays and Fridays at 6.45pm to commence running at 7pm and welcome all abilities in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Please be aware that the beginners club is starting from Wednesday 19th June 2010 running until 29th September, so please, if you can only run 200m or run a mile, feel free to join Gary Richards for the beginners sessions following his expert advice. All that is asked is, be at the Whitby sports club for a 6:45pm start. For more information, see www.ellesmereportrunningclub.org.uk
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