News Report weekended 19th January

Last Saturday (11^th) was Clydesdale Harrier’s own club race The Hannah Cup. It took place this year in Dalmuir Park instead of the usual Dalmuir Golf Course. A few runners went off course so times were not recorded. The course is going to be used for this Saturday’s Dunbartonshire Cross Country Championships.

On the 5^th January three members of the club travelled down to Preston to run in the Central Lancashire New Year Half Marathon. Fastest harrier was Paul Carroll who had a brilliant run to finish as 2^nd male overall in a time of 1.17.15, followed by 5^th placed male Robert O’Neill (1.19.11), and Marina McCallum (1.35.44).

Last month was the first in a series of indoor track and field meetings at the Emirates Stadium called the SAIL (Scottish Athletics Indoor League). We had an excellent turnout in most events. Under 11 Boys had Murray Brown (60m 11.54, Long Jump 1.25m), Andrew Donohue (60m 10.58, 600m 2.21.6), Lewis Burn (600m 2.33.9), and Grant Sloan (Long Jump 1.64m). Under 13 Boys had Aaron Belkevitz (60m 9.71, 60mH 3^rd in 12.03), Kieran Goggins (60m 10.20), Robert Whittick (800m 2.36.0, High Jump 1.15m), Cairn Wallace (800m 2.56.2, 200m 32.1, Long Jump 3.81m), Jack Dolan (60nH 12.49), Shot Putt 5.39m), Zak Shannon (200m 35.9, Long Jump 2.69m), Jamie Russell (Shot Putt 3^rd in 5.88m). Under 15 Boys had Joel Hinde (60m 8.80, 60mH 11.37, Long Jump 4.37m), J.O’Conner (60m 9.33, 60mH 12.83, Long Jump 3.46m), Stephen Kane (800m 3.02.1, 400m 78.0), Lewis Brown (200m 29.4, Shot Putt 4.86m). Under 17 men had Darren Dolan (60m 8.27, 200m 26.3), Philip Allan (60m 8.73, 200m 27.2, High Jump 1.30m), Lewis Hay (800m 2.20.9, 400m 59.9, Long Jump 4.85m), Brian Aird (800m 2.36.5, 400m 72.2, Shot Putt 4.35m), David Wilson (60mH 10.24, High Jump 1.60m). Under 20 men had Tony Dolan (800m 2.17.7, 200m 27.8, 400m 64.5, Long Jump 4.84m).

Under 11 Girls had Hannah Jordan (60m 10.07, 600m 2.17.1), Lia Badajo (Standing Long jump 1.47m), Isla Haddock (Standing Long Jump 1.27m). Under 13 Girls had Anna McCracken (60m 9.46), Nicole Donald (60m 9.68, 60nH 12.24, 200m 32.2), Jade Milne (800m 2.55.5, 60mH 3^rd in 11.74), Tiegan Breen (800m 3.00.6), Anna McCracken (200m 32.0, Long Jump 3.17m), Emma Louise-Blair (Long Jump 2.80m), Zoe Collins (Shot Putt 5.23m). Under 15 Girls had Cara Jordan (60m 9.22, 60mH 13.11, Long Jump 3.37m), Chloe Allan (60m 9.45), Iona Allan (800m 2.42.8, 300m 56.6), Natasha Shaw (800m 3.04.2), Sarah Goggins (60mH 12.64), Rachel Meehan (200m 32.4), C. Stewart (200m 37.1), Antonia Breen (300m 58.9), Sian Hinde (Long Jump 3.00m), Penny Donaghy (Shot Putt 5.39m). Under 17 Women had Yasmin Kofi (60m 9.26, 200m 30.5, 300m 50.4), Rachel Campbell (60m 9.30, 60mH 10.53, Long Jump 3.92), Emily Paxton (800m 2.32.2, 300m 47.4), Abbie Warrington (200m 30.6, High Jump 1.30m), Kirsty Kay (High Jump 1.35m, Long Jump 3.76m, Shot Putt 5.80m), Karyn Glen (Shot Putt 5.88m). Under 20 Women had Claire Reid (60m 9.15, 800m 3.11.2), Erin Ball (60mH 12.30, 200m 31.4), Eilidh Sinclair (400m 77.8, Long Jump 3.17m), Louise Steele-Milne (High Jump 1.25m, Shot Putt 5.95m).

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News Report weekended 5th January

Whilst Clydesdale Harriers had a two week break from structured training sessions some of the members still managed to fit in some racing.
On Boxing Day was the Ayrodynamic Turkey Trot in Ayr. Over a predominantly flat course and near perfect conditions fastest harrier was Yvonne Green (46.50), followed by Stephen McKee (51.52), and Evelyn McKee (54.29).

The Sunday before was the Runners Versus Cyclists Cross Country Race. Over 5 miles Peter Rudzinski ran well to finish in a time of 42.29.

Forthcoming dates for the Harriers include:

11^th January – The Hannah Cup (Dalmuir Golf Course 2pm)

25^th January – Dunbartonshire Cross Country Championships (venue tbc)

1^st February – Masters Cross Country Championships (Hawick – closing date 18^th January!)

Please let the relevant captains or committee members know if you want to run!

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News report weekended 22nd December

Clydesdale Harriers were saddened to hear of the death of Jean McMillan last week. Jean was an active member in the club from the 1930s who as a runner won countless cross country and track championships. Our thoughts go out to her family at this time.

Last Tuesday was Clydesdale Harrier’s annual Christmas Handicap race. The seniors ran a loop of North Drumry of approximately 2.2 miles.  It was a staggered start due to it being a handicap but actual times are shown in the order they finally finished. Fastest harrier was Iain Robertson (12.38), followed by Kevin Farmer (12.58), Martin King (13.45), Ryan Nelson (13.45), Hugh Laverty (13.36), Alistair Greig (14.09), Paul McKendry (14.12), Bryan Powell (14.19), Tony Dolan (14.23), Anne Murray (14.30), Gerry Kane (15.32), Marina McCallum (14.48), Alan Dick (14.40), Christine Duncanson (16.51), Bobby Young (15.59), Stephen Docherty (16.02), Claire Reid (18.05), and Nicole Radicheva (18.08).

Two days earlier was the SVHC (Scottish Veteran Harriers Club) Christmas Handicap race which took place in Pollock Park at Cartha Rugby Ground. Fastest harrier and second overall with the handicapping was Hugh Laverty (35.38) over the 5.3 miles course, followed by Marina McCallum (38.41), Bobby Young (39.49), and Gerry Kane (41.20).

Just a reminder that for the seniors the next training session will be on Tuesday 7^th January – since it is the first Tuesday of the month it will probably be in Clydebank Business Park and not at the track.

Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News Report weekended 15th December

On the 7^th December was the West Districts Cross Country Championships which took place this year in Kilmarnock. Clydesdale Harriers had runners in all age category races over the flat but muddy course. First off were the Under 13 Girls running approximately 3200m. Fastest harrier was Natasha Shaw (13.52), followed by Tiegan Breen (14.08), Anna McCracken (14.12), Sarah Goggins (14.34), Emma-Louise Blair (14.34), and Chloe Allan (16.00).

The Under 13 Boys also ran 3200m. Fastest harrier was Robert Whittock (11.19), followed by Ronan Ross (12.45), Thomas Hearns (12.50), Cairn Wallace (12.50), and Kieran Goggins (14.22).

The Under 15 Girls were running approximately 4000m. Antonia Breen ran well to finish in a time of 17.48.

The Under 15 Boys also ran 4000m. Fastest harrier was Brian Aird (13.41), followed by Calum Ross (14.23), Liam Milligan (15.01), and Stephen Fowler (18.33).

The Under 17 Women had Louise Steele-Milne running 5000m in a time of 28.11. Under 17 Men had Darren Dolan finishing in 27.22.

Senior Women were up next running approximately 6400m. Fastest harrier was Pamela McCrossan (25.15 and 2^nd vet 50), followed by Anne Murray (26.24), and Marina McCallum (26.48).

Lastly Senior Men had Paul Carroll as fastest harrier in a time of 41.25 over 10000m. This was followed by Iain Robertson (45.02), Gerry Montgomery (46.42), Hugh Laverty (48.24), Ryan Nelson (51.49), Bobby Young (52.57), Gerry Kane (54.52), and Peter Rudzinski (59.38).

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News Report weekended 8th December

Last Saturday was the West Districts Cross Country Championships at Kilmarnock for all ages in Clydesdale Harriers. Results next week.

The weekend before was the Glasgow Uni 5 Miler which took place in and around the Garscube Estate. Two harriers took part. Fastest harrier was Michael Diver (28.48), followed by Pamela McCrossan (33.27 and 3^rd vet).

Alan Dick was also running that weekend running in the Trailtroopers 10k and finishing in 55.39 over the multi-terrain course.

Just a reminder to all harriers that the Xmas Handicap race will take place (weather permitting) on Tuesday 17^th December. Meet as normal at the school usual time.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 24th November

The weekend of the 16th was a busy one for members of Clydesdale Harriers. On the Saturday was the selection only race at Cardiff. The British and Irish Masters Cross Country International had athletes from all around the United Kingdom and Eire competing in their respective 5 year age categories from age 35-39, 40-44 etc up to 70+. Only a maximum of four athletes from each age category were selected so it was an honour to be in the teams! Clydesdale Harriers had no less than seven athletes taking part. The women’s race had Pamela McCrossan running in the 50-54 Scotland team age category and she had a brilliant run finishing 70th out of 130 women in a time of 23.48 over the 6k course and finished as part of the bronze medallist team (3rd placed team) along with runners from other running clubs in Scotland. Marina McCallum was a late substitution for another woman in the 40-44 Scotland team and ran well to finish in 87th position in a time of 25.14. In the Men’s 70+ Scotland team we had Bobby Young finishing 3rd (Bronze medallist) in his age in a time of 24.42 and 16th out of 38 runners. Not far behind was Pete Cartwright (21st in 25.16), Brian Campbell (29th in 26.26), and Watson Jones (32nd in 26.54). They were also Bronze medallists in the team competition. Paul Carroll ran 8k in the Men’s 35-39 and had a strong run finishing in a time of 27.42. Also that weekend was the Brampton to Carlisle 10 Mile Road Race which had Hugh Laverty running well to finish in a time of 68.06, followed by Peter Rudzinski (77.41), David Mitchell (88.34), and Chris Ryan (87.01). The previous weekend was the 4k Cross Country Short Course Championships at Bellahouston Park. In near perfect conditions Pamela McCrossan was fastest harrier in the woman’s race finishing in 16.31 (1st vet 50), followed by Marina McCallum (17.39 and 4th vet 40). In the Men’s race fastest harrier was Michael Diver (15.21), followed by Paul McKendry (16.43). There were also Junior races at the cross country. In the Under 15 Girls race (2000m) fastest harrier was Iona Allan (9.00), followed by Charlotte Ross (9.05). In the Under 15 Boys race fastest harrier was Brian Aird (7.30), followed by Lewis Hay (8.00), Darren Carruthers (8.08), Joe McCreadie (8.51), and Stephen Kane (8.58). Lastly in the Under 17 Women’s race (3000m) fastest harrier was Abbie Warrington (13.17), followed by Eilidh Sinclair (15.12), and Louise Steele-Milne (15.35). They finished as 4th team overall.

 Marina McCallum
 Press Officer

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News Report weekended 10th November

On Sunday two races were taking place. The first was the charity event the Mo 10k which took place in Glasgow Green. Two harriers took part in very wet conditions over the two lap course (sporting moustaches!). Fastest harrier was Marina McCallum (44.28), followed by Tricia Stevenson (55.35).

The next race was the Jimmy Irvine Bella 10k which took place in Bellahouston Park. Fastest harrier was Alan Dick (41.25), followed by Dewar Stewart (43.15).

The weekend previous was the Strathaven Striders 10k which had Evelyn McKee and Tricia Stevenson both finishing in 58.17.

Lastly good luck to Pete Cartwright, Bobby Young, Brian Campbell, Watson Jones, Paul Carroll and Pamela McCrossan who have been selected from our club to run on Saturday (16^th) at the International Masters Cross Country Championships against Wales, Ireland and England. It takes place in Cardiff this year. We should have some fantastic results from these harriers!

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News Report weekended 3rd November

On Saturday was the annual Clydesdale Harriers Presentation Night which took place in Clydebank Town Hall.
It was the chance for athletes and coaches to be recognised for their hard work during the previous year through competition in road, cross country, hill and track and field. Everyone had a great time with many young and old being awarded prizes.

The previous weekend was the National Cross Country Relays at Cumbernauld. This was a tough course with everyone tested with many hills to navigate. First to run were the Young Females who were running 2500m each. We had four teams one incomplete. ‘A’ team had Natasha Shaw running first (12.32), changing to Tiegan Breen (12.30), changing to Abbie Warrington (12.16). They finished as 54^th team overall in 37.18. ‘B’ team had Jade Steele-Milne running first (12.21), changing to Antonia Breen (13.03), changing to Eilidh Sinclair (13.59). They finished as 67^th team in 39.23. ‘C’ team had Caitlin Stuart running first (13.33), changing to Rachel Campbell (13.57), changing to Louise Steele-Milne (14.56), finishing as 81^st team in 42.26. Incomplete ‘D’ team had Chloe Allan running first (13.38), changing to Sarah Goggins (13.47).

The Young Males had six teams, two incomplete. ‘A’ team had Robert Whitlock running first (10.48), changing to Brian Aird (10.06), changing to Lewis Hay (10.33), finishing as 53^rd team in 31.27. ‘B’ team had Ronan Ross running first (11.18), changing to Liam Milligan (11.20), changing to Darren Dolan (11.29), finishing as 75^th team in 34.07. ‘C’ team had Cairn Wallace running first (12.06), changing to Darren Carruthers (11.37), changing to Philip Allan (11.02), finishing as 81^st team in 34.45. ‘D’ team had Luke Lindup running first (12.32), changing to Stephen Kane (12.27), changing to Joe McCreadie (13.32), finishing as 89^th team in 38.31. Incomplete ‘E’ team had Harry Bothwick running first (11.46), changing to Kieran Goggins (13.52). Incomplete ‘F’ team had Thomas Hearns running first (12.37).

Next race was the Senior/Junior/Masters Women. They were each running 4000m. We had two teams, one incomplete. This proved to be an exciting race with the women narrowly missing out on a Scottish Athletics Bronze medal in the Masters team competition which was taking place within the normal overall team competition. ‘A’ team had Pamela McCrossan running first in an excellent 16.41, changing to Anne Murray (17.44), changing to Marina McCallum (17.52). There was only 15 seconds separating them at the end from a Masters medal – an excellent result considering it was a national competition and we were up against some of the best teams in the country. They finished as 31^st team overall in 52.17. Incomplete ‘B’ team had Claire Reid running well to finish in 19.44.

Finally it was the turn of the Senior/Junior/Masters Men. We had four teams competing. One was a normal team, the other three were Over 50 teams.  Some of the finishing times were inaccurate through timing errors at the finish, though it didn’t affect the overall standings. ‘A’ team had Paul Carroll running first (14.26), changing to Ryan Nelson (16.33), changing to Michael Diver (14.500, changing to Iain Robertson (15.18), finishing as 54^th team overall in 61.10. ‘B’ team had Hugh Laverty running first (16.30), changing to Paul McKendry (16.47), changing to Gerry Montgomery (16.13), finishing as 7^th Over 50 team in 49.41. ‘C’ team had Pete Cartwright running first (17.48), changing to Dewar Stewart (17.35), changing to Bobby Young (18.20), finishing as 14^th Over 50 team in 53.43. ‘D’ team had Gerry Kane running first (18.25), changing to Watson Jones (19.49), changing to Peter Rudzinski (19.54), finishing as 17^th Over 50 team  in 58.08.

The weekend before Hugh Laverty travelled to Majorca to run in the Palma Half Marathon finishing in 1.31.22 and 2^nd vet over 55.

Next weekend is the 4k Short Course Cross Country Championships at Bellahouston Park for some of the harriers.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 27th October

Last weekend Clydesdale Harriers had the National Cross Country Relay Championships at Cumbernauld. Results soon.

The previous weekend was the Dunbartonshire Cross Country Relay Championships which took place at Posties Park in Dumbarton.  First off was the Under 11 Girls and Boys. They were not running a relay but an individual race of approximately 1500m in length. Fastest harrier was Stuart Aird (7.41), followed by Daniel McKell (7.45), Hannah Jordon (7.50), Ryan McKell (7.58), Harris Grant (8.10), Zak Shannon (8.21), Andrew Donohoe (8.52), and Grant Sloan (9.31).

Next up were the Young Males and Females running approximately 2500m. The males had 5 teams. ‘A’ team had Robert Whitlock running first (9.45), changing to Brian Aird (10.05), changing to Lewis Hay (9.55). They were 5^th team overall with total time 29.45. ‘B’ team had Cairn Wallace running first (11.13), changing to Jack McCue (10.12), changing to Darren Dolan (10.34). They were 7^th team and total time 31.59. ‘C’ team had Thomas Hearns running first (12.26), changing to Liam Milligan (10.34), changing to Phil Allan (10.32). They finished as 8^th team and total time 33.32. ‘D’ team had Luke Lindup running first (11.39), changing to Stephen Kane (11.53), changing to Darren Carruthers (10.36). They finished as 9^th team and total time 34.08. ‘E’ team had Kieran Goggins running first (13.14), changing to Jack Dolan (11.49), changing to Joe McCready (12.06). They finished as 11^th team and total time 37.06.

The females had four teams, one incomplete. ‘A’ team had Natasha Shaw running first (11.36), changing to Iona Allan (11.07), changing to Emily Paxton (11.22). They finished as 8^th team overall with total time 34.05. ‘B’ team had Jade Milne running first (11.36), changing to Rachel Campbell (12.44), changing to Abbie Warrington (11.30). They finished as 12^th team and total time 35.50. ‘C’ team had Caitlin Stuart running first (12.42), changing to Chloe Allan (13.14), changing to Eilidh Sinclair (10.02). They finished as 13^th team and total time 35.58. Incomplete ‘D’ team had Cara Jordon running first (13.49), changing to Louise Steele-Milne (13.51).

The Senior/U20/Veteran (Over 40) Men and Women ran next all running approximately 4k. The women had two teams. ’A’ team had Marina McCallum running first (13.44), changing to Anne Murray (13.55), changing to Pamela McCrossan (13.23). They finished as 7^th team (1^st veteran team) with total time 41.02. ‘B’ team had Victoria McCue running first (15.06), changing to Marie Rippon (17.55), changing to Claire Reid (16.30). They were 15^th team with total time 49.31.

The men had four teams, one incomplete. ‘A’ team had Paul Carroll running first (11.18), changing to Michael Diver (11.52), changing to Iain Robertson (11.41), changing to Robert O’Neill (11.26). they finished as 7^th team overall with total time 46.17. ‘B’ team had Gerry Montgomery running first (12.38), changing to Martin King (12.30), changing to Ryan Nelson (13.19), changing to Paul McKendry (13.37). They finished as 14^th team with total time 52.04. ‘C’ team had Dewar Stewart running first (13.26), changing to Tony Dolan (12.59), changing to Gerry Kane (14.21), changing to Bobby Young (13.56). They finished as 17^th team and total time 54.42. Incomplete ‘D’ team had Watson Jones running first (15.08), changing to Colin Gray (15.46), changing to Pete Cartwright (14.16).

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 20th October

On Sunday was the SVHC (Scottish Veteran Harriers Club) Track 10k at Coatbridge. Clydesdale Harriers had four members taking part. Fastest harrier was Paul Carroll who finished as 3^rd overall in a time of 35.22, followed by Pamela McCrossan (41.45 and 3^rd Female), Bobby Young (42.50), and Marina McCallum (44.46).

Straight after the 10k was an award ceremony for the Run and Become Series. This was a competition which SVHC members could take part in. All they had to do was take part in certain races throughout the year. The more races you did the better! Paul Carroll won 1^st Veteran Over 40, Pamela McCrossan won 3^rd position in the women overall and also won 1^st Veteran Over 50, and Marina McCallum won 5^th position in the women overall and also won 1^st Veteran Over 40.

Also that day was the Antonine Trail Race (approximately half marathon distance) which had Anne Murray finishing as 4^th Female overall in a time of 1h 55m over the hilly off-road course near Croy.

The previous Monday had Tricia Stevenson running in the Chicago Marathon and having a good run to finish in 4h 18m.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 13th October

Last Saturday (12^th) was the first race in the cross country season for Clydesdale Harriers. This was the West District Cross Country Relays at Hamilton Park Racecourse. The harriers had a great day with some excellent results. The course was fast and gently undulating. First off was the Young Females running 2500m. We had four teams. ‘A’ team had Natasha Shaw running first (11.58), changing to Iona Allan (10.59), changing to Emily Paxton (10.56). Total time 33.53 and 37^th overall. ‘B’ team had Jade Steele-Milne running first (11.14), changing to Tiegan Breen (10.51), changing to Antonia Breen (11.38). Total time 33.43 and 35^th overall. ‘C’ team had Caitlin Stuart running first (12.29), changing to Rachel Campbell (12.37), changing to Abbie Warrington (11.42). Total time 36.48 and 51^st overall. ‘D’ team had Chloe Allan running first (12.29), changing to Rachel Meehan (14.28), changing to Louise Steele-Milne (13.07). Total time 40.04 and 53^rd overall.

Next off was the Young Males also running 2500m. We had five teams. ‘A’ team had Ronan Ross running first (10.07), changing to Brian Aird (9.26), changing to Darren Dolan (10.08). Total time 29.41 and 37^th overall. ‘B’ team had Cairn Wallace running first (11.01), changing to Lewis Hay (9.29), changing to Philip Allan (10.18). Total time 30.48 and 43^rd overall. ‘C’ team had Jack Dolan running first (11.55), changing to Jack McCue (10.02), changing to Lewis Brown (11.59). Total time 33.56 and 50^th overall. ‘D’ team had Luke Lindup running first (11.36), changing to Lewis Priest (9.04), changing to Liam Mulligan (10.17). Total time 30.57 and 44^th overall. ‘E’ team had Thomas Hearns running first (11.18), changing to Kieran Goggins (11.54), changing to Stephen Kane (12.32). Total time 35.44 and 52^nd overall.

It was the turn of the Senior/Junior/Masters Women who were running 4000m. We had two teams. ‘A’ team had Pamela McCrossan running first (16.27), changing to Anne Murray (17.19), changing to Marina McCallum (17.19). Total time 51.05 and 12^th overall. They were also 2^nd Masters team which won them a silver medal in the Masters Team competition. ‘B’ Team had Claire Reid running first (19.35), changing to Christine Duncanson (19.35), changing to Shirley Greig (18.31). Total time 57.41 and 27^th overall.

Finally it was the turn of the Senior/Junior/Masters Men who were also running 4000m. We had two complete and one incomplete team. ‘A’ team had Iain Robertson running first (14.17), changing to Gerry Montgomery (15.43), changing to Paul Carroll (14.02), changing to Hugh Laverty (15.37). Total time 59.39 and 35^th overall. ‘B’ team had Dewar Stewart running first (17.13), changing to Ryan Nelson (16.39), changing to Gerry Kane (18.07), changing to Bobby Young (17.55). Total time 69.54 and 56^th overall. ‘C’ team had Brian Campbell running first (18.23), changing to Watson Jones (18.39), changing to Peter Rudzinski (18.55).

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News Report weekended 15th September

Last Sunday was the Kilmacolm Half Marathon and 10k for several members of Clydesdale Harriers. Results soon. On the Saturday was the Dumbarton Adventure Obstacle Trail Races “Over and Under” which took place at Overtoun Estate. As the name suggests it was an off road challenge with various obstacles on the route including cargo nets, fences, tyres, stream running, hills, water slides etc! There was a 10k, 5k and a 1 Mile junior challenge. In the 10k Anne Murray had a fantastic run to finish as first female and ninth overall in a time of 1.13.43, followed by Marina McCallum (fourth female in a time of 1.38.39). No harriers were competing in the 5k but Max Shannon and  Zak Shannon competed in the 1 Mile. Max finished in 14.23.  Unfortunately Zak was further ahead in the field and was sent the wrong way so ended up running more than the actual distance but still finished well up the field in a time of 18.18.

The weekend before was the Millport 10 Miler. Fastest harrier was Dewar Stewart (72.06), followed by Stephen McKee (82.50), and Evelyn McKee (91.40).

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 8th September

On Sunday several Clydesdale Harriers took the ferry over to Cumbrae to run in the Millport 10 Miler. Results soon.

Last Saturday had Marina McCallum travelling to Aberfeldy to run in the Highland Perthshire Half Marathon. She finished as third female and first veteran over 40 in a time of 1.36.44 over the mainly flat and scenic course.

The previous Tuesday was the clubs own track and field championships which took place in our training ground at St Peter the Apostle School. The first event was the 3000m. Fifteen harriers took part. Fastest harrier was Iain Robertson (10.18), followed by J. Monaghan (11.18), Ryan Nelson (11.31), Alan Dick (11.37), Tony Dolan (11.43), Paul McKendry (11.49), Pamela McCrossan (11.53), Alistair Greig (11.57), Dewar Stewart (12.01), Marina McCallum (12.08), Anne Murray (12.10), Bobby Young (12.40), Gerry Kane (12.45), Claire Reid (12.58), and Stephen McKee (13.38). More events are to be competed in over the next few weeks.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 1st September

Last weekend was the Paisley Vision 10k. Four Clydesdale Harriers took part. Fastest harrier was Hugh Laverty (39.52), followed by Alan Dick (40.51), Alan Lorimer (47.23), and David Mitchell (48.46).

Next weekend, for some of the harriers, is the Highland Perthshire Half Marathon (Saturday 7^th) at Aberfeldy. On Saturday 14^th   is the obstacle race called the Dumbarton Adventure Obstacle Trail Races “Over and Under” which comprises of a 10k and a 5k at Overtoun House, Dumbarton. At the end of the month are the Loch Ness Marathon and the River Ness 10k at Inverness.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 25th August

Clydesdale Harriers had a good weekend with the Paisley Vision 10k Road Race on Sunday. Results soon.

The day before was the Bute Highland Games 10k where Pamela McCrossan had a good run to finish as second female and first veteran in a time of 42.07 over the predominantly flat out-and-back course, followed by Marina McCallum fourth female and second veteran in a time of 43.45.

The previous Wednesday had two of our harriers competing in the Springburn Harriers Canal Canter 7k Trail Race. Bobby Young was fastest harrier in a time of 28.55, followed by Colin Gray (34.05).

The previous weekend was the National Under 16 Age Group Championships at Aberdeen Sports Village. Emily Paxton had a good run finishing 5th in the finals of the 300m in a time of 44.26. Rachel Campbell also ran well to finish 5th in the finals of the 300m Hurdles in a time of 51.17.

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News Report weekended 18th August

On Sunday was the BMAF 10k Road Race Championships which took place in the undulating Pollock Park. Prizes were being awarded to all 5-year age categories from age 35 upwards. Clydesdale Harriers had some excellent results considering some of the best runners from around the British Isles were competing. In good conditions (but windy), fastest harrier was Over 55 runner Hugh Laverty who put in a solid run to finish in a time of 40.29, followed by Pamela McCrossan (41.07 and bronze medallist in the Over 50 age category), Pete Cartwright (43.56 and bronze medallist in the Over 70 age category), Marina McCallum (44.02 in Over 40 age category), Bobby Young (44.20 in Over 65 age category), Brian Campbell (46.25 in Over 65 age category), and Watson Jones (48.29 in Over 70 age category). Pete, Bobby and Brian were Gold medallists in the Over 65 team.

The previous weekend was the Mull Half Marathon and 10k. Two harriers competed in the Half Marathon and four competed in the 10k. In windy conditions Marina McCallum had a good run to finish the half marathon in a time of 1.36.37 and 1^st Female. This was followed by Tricia Stevenson who had a great run to finish in a personal best time of 1.54.30. In the 10k fastest harrier was Hugh Laverty who finished as 4^th overall and 1^st Supervet in a time of 39.57, followed by Watson Jones (48.04), David Mitchell (48.23), and Sandy McDonald (71.13).

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News Report weekended 11th August

Last Sunday no less than seven Clydesdale Harriers travelled up to Mull to run in the Mull Half Marathon and 10k. Results next week.

Last week was the Tour of Clydeside. Competitors had to complete four races in five days. Unfortunately due to marshalling error one of the races didn’t count this year. This left three to be contested. The first race was the Kilbarchan Klassic 5.5 Miles. Pamela McCrossan was the fastest harrier and 1^st Female home in a time of 36.38, followed by Gerry Kane (40.07), and Bobby Young (40.15). The next race was the Garscube Gallop Multi-Terrain 5k Race which took place in Dawsholm Park. Pamela was again 1^st Female finishing in a time of 20.45, followed by  Bobby Young (22.01). The final race in the series was the Bella Belter 10k Road Race which started at Pollock Park. Fastest harrier was Robert O’Neill who ran a personal best time of 36.09 and 6^th overall. This was followed by Pamela McCrossan (42.22 and 2^nd female), and Bobby Young (44.08). Pamela was the race series female winner and Bobby Young was 1^st over 60 for the series.

The previous weekend was the Helensburgh Half Marathon. Fastest harrier was Paul Carroll who finished as 1^st Veteran over 40 in a time of 1.18.04. Robert O’Neill had a great run finishing in a personal best time of 1.22.48, followed by Brian Gallagher (1.29.02), Christine Duncanson (1.45.05), Stephen McKee (1.52.59), and Evelyn McKee (2.03.50). Paul, Robert and Brian also finished as 2^nd Team overall.

Also that day was the CSSL Track and Field Meeting at Kilmarnock which had Clydesdale Harriers young and old competing in various events. We had an excellent day finishing first in Division 2 and cementing our position as a force to be reckoned with. A more detailed report about the day soon.

Marina McCallum
Press Officer

News report weekended 28th July

On the weekend of the 21^st was the Dundee Half Marathon which started at Camperdown Park and finished at Broughty Ferry on a mixed terrain course. Fastest harrier was Hugh Laverty (1.32.55), followed by Stuart Allison (1.34.44), Marina McCallum (1.36.09), and Christine Duncanson (1.49.08).

Also that day, in Grangemouth, was the SAL (Scottish Athletics League) Division 2 track meeting. Anton Russell had a very busy day competing in no less than five events. First off was the 100m. He ran well to finish in 12.27. Next the 200m (24.73), Long Jump (5.79m and 3^rd position), High Jump (1.70m), and Shot Putt (8.43m).

D. Dolan also ran the 100m, finishing in 13.08. He then did the Long Jump (4.11m).

Andrew Cusick jumped in the Triple Jump (12.06m), and Ryan Nelson tackled the longer distances starting with the 800m (2.26.64), and the 1500m (5.16.43).

The 4x100m was next and had Anton Russell running first, changing to Ryan Nelson, changing to D. Dolan, finally changing to Andrew Cusick to finish fifth overall.

This Sunday (4^th August) is the CSSL (Central and South of Scotland League) where harriers young and old will be competing in track and field events at Kilmarnock. Good luck to everybody as a good result could mean promotion to Division 1. “All hands on deck” as the saying goes!

The following weekend some of the senior harriers will be travelling north to run in the Mull Half Marathon and 10k. Some good results should be achieved there as well!

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News report weekended 21st July

On Sunday was the Dundee Half Marathon which started in Camperdown Park and finished at Broughty Ferry over a mixed-terrain course. Results next week.

The previous Sunday was the Girvan Half Marathon which had Hugh Laverty having an excellent run over the hot and hilly course. He finished as 1^st veteran over 50 in a time of 1.29.49.

The following night was the Irvine AC 5 Miler which had David Mitchell finishing in a time of 40.50.

Clydesdale Harriers are always looking for new members. Training nights are: Tuesdays at St Peter the Apostle High School meeting at about 6 :45pm in the main entrance for both Juniors and Seniors. Thursdays: Juniors and Seniors at Lussett Park from 7pm for grass sessions. Also the main Senior session is usually at East Thompson Car Park (just along from the school) from 6:45pm for canal sessions and road sessions on that same night. Sundays: Seniors only for long runs meeting at 8:30am opposite the Playdrome.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer

News report weekended 14th July

Clydesdale Harriers had their own club race on the 9^th. The Sinclair Trophy was a 2 lap course of 5.4 miles in total. It was a handicap race but actual times are shown. Conditions were extremely hot.  Fastest harrier was Paul Carroll (32.01), followed by Gerry Montgomery (34.10), Iain Robertson (34.53), John Fox (35.45), Hugh Laverty (35.56), Paul McKendry (37.36 and 1^st Handicap), Pamela McCrossan (38.12 and 1^st Female), Bobby Young (39.06), Marina McCallum (39.38 and 1^st Female Handicap), Colin Gray (44.52), Christine Duncanson (45.02), Stephen McKee (48.37), Trisha Stevenson (57.22), Evelyn McKee (57.22), and Allison Broad (57.22).

The previous Sunday Marina McCallum travelled the Isle of Arran to run in the Half Marathon and finished as 2^nd Female over the hot and hilly course in a time of 1.35.33.

Marina McCallum

Press Officer