The second round of the West Yorkshire Winter League cross country series was hosted by Bramley Breezers and held at Parkwood outdoor centre in Tong on the outskirts of Bradford. Being predominantly an off-road driving centre mud was guaranteed! An impressive line up of 22 red white and blue athletes lined up at the start determined to hold their position …
The third leg of the Red Rose Cross Country League formed part of the trials for selecting the GB team for the European Cross Country Championships to be held in Turkey next month. The weather was far from Turkish with Storm Bert creating a good layer of mud over quite a firm surface in most parts of the course. Tod …
Dave O’Neill brought his knackered knees to Lytham to complete another Grand Prix. Dave’s commitment to our Championship is admirable, and even more so when you consider his knee issues. Four of last week’s Lancaster Half Marathoners made the trip to spitfire and windmill country. Ben Blosse being the first Toddie home in 37.23 for a top 20 finish. Emma …
Maybe it has been in since, but it was back in 2008 and 2009 when it was definitely in our Road Championship. It was announced at the start that they had to switch to their B course. The course is a fast flat lollipop route, offering the chance to see what is happening in other parts of the field. Rebecca …
Rebecca Patrick led the FV55s home on this fine day, a course that suited those liking a runnable course. Rebecca finished 22nd in a field 123. Kate Mansell was next home picking up the 3rd FV50 spot. Sheila Shackleton, I think we can class as a XC specialist now finished 5th FV65 and claimed a top 100 position. Dan Taylor led the Tod …
Katie Samuelson, Kath Brierley and Emma Fiedler took first team prize on this muddy and interesting course. All twists and turns and variation of terrain. The cross country sections suited Sheila Shackleton, a regular in the Red Rose XC races. Rebecca Chapman completed the ladies contingent finishing in the top half of the field in 81st place. Ashley Wright and Emma …
