Carnegie Hillbillies “takin’ care of business”

22/04/2011 5:30am

At a pre dawn Press conference the Campbell Team launched their Manifesto

Campbell said, “As everyone is putting out big Manifestos at the moment we thought we would put out a Minifesto”

“We have  taken our proud clubs name, Carnegie, as the backbone of our Minifesto”

“In keeping with a running club our Minifesto should be things to think about before your run or race.”

The Campbell Minifesto

Compulsory Risk Assessment Protocol (have you done one)
Are You Smiling?
Run Run Run
Never Give Up
Everyone can enjoy risk/danger
Give it everything you have got
If in doubt keep running
Even if you want to Never Give Up

“Carnegie Harriers are on a journey and the path ahead is a bright one. Now is a time for all Carnegie Harriers to keep moving forward”

The Annual General Meeting takes place on Tuesday 26^th April 2011, at 8.00pm at the Academy of Sport.  Sandwiches and tea and coffee will be available for those attending the AGM.  All members are encouraged to come along.

Andrew Smith produced a solid run at the Edinburgh parkrun 5K placing 4th overall in 17.45 while Barrry Davie finished 5th in 17.59.

Saturday 5th February – Glasgow parkrun 5K

Colin Reid clocked 20.28 whilst finishing 13th at the Glasgow parkrun 5K. Dougie McGarry was 14th in 21.06.

Saturday 5th February – Scottish Masters Cross Country Championships, Kirkcaldy (Ladies)

Report from Morna Fleming

5 Carnegie ladies made a very strong showing at the Masters XC in Kirkcaldy, with Fabienne Thompson clocking an excellent 26:39 in 13th place; Isobel Burnett 28:22 in 27th (2nd F50); Alison Whyte 29:10 in 37th (these three placing 5th in the team championship); Morna Fleming 30:11 in 44th (2nd F55); and Mary Western 30:56 in 53rd. The ground was very heavy, with lots of mud and standing water, such that there had been substantial alterations in the course. We ladies were very glad that we did not have to run the extra distance that the men were put through! Once up that hill was quite enough!

Saturday 5th February – Scottish Masters Cross Country Championships, Kirkcaldy (Men)

Allan Fotheringham had an outstanding run in the men’s race placing a superb 7th overall in 33.02. Tommy Lawrence finished 12th in 33.32, Peter Simpson was 40th in 36.05 and Ian Johnston was 61st in 37.26. Carnegie’s mens team placed 4th overall. Photo’s from the event can be found on our Harriers forum. Well done to everyone who took part.

Sunday 6th February – Forfar Multi-Terrain Half Marathon

Thirteen Harriers took part in the Forfar Multi-Terrain Half Marathon. Steven King was the leading Carnegie runner placing 10th in 1.29.20. Gail Murdoch (1.42.07) was first F40, Helena Sim (1.56.35) and Melanie Sinclair (2.03.41) ran well to place 2nd ladies team, Bill Duff was the 2nd M60 in 1.52.25 and Ken Daniels was the 2nd M70 in 2.12.36.

Amazed onlookers gasped as they saw Allison West wearing a Carnegie Vest on her way to winning the first female veteran 50 category at the Glenshee 9 hill race.

Alison Vest (for our German friends)

Iain Taylor and Colin Reynolds were amongst a record field of 254 runners at the 3 mile North Berwick Law Race last Wednesday evening.  The race which starts at North Berwick harbour winds through the town before a 600ft climb up North Berwick Law before returning to the finish at the harbour.  Iain finished 19th overall in 22.34 and Colin finished in 25.51.

Friday 6th August - Friday Evening Race Series, 1 Mile Road Race

Mile success for Calum McGaw and Eilidh Reid
Carnegie’s Calum McGaw clocked an impressive 5.07 to win the one mile race and final event in the 2010 Friday Evening Race Series. Colin Somerville (Unattached) covered the challenging course in Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline in 5.17 taking 2nd place with Pitreavie AAC’s Scott McAlpine placing 3rd overall in 5.21. Eilidh Reid (Pitreavie AAC) won the ladies race in an excellent 6.16 with Carnegie’s Claire Howie finishing 2nd lady in 6.37 and Amy McAlpine (Pitreavie AAC) was 3rd lady in 6.46. Barry Davie (Pitreavie AAC) placed 4th in 5.22 and David Adam (Unattached) finished 5th and 1st M40 in 5.24. Thirteen year old Aidan Thompson (Pitreavie AAC) produced a very strong run placing 6th overall in 5.26 while Carnegie’s Ian Johnston finished 7th and 1st M50 in 5.54. Club mateTom Spry was the leading M60 in a time of 6.46.

Saturday 7th August – The Devil O’The Highlands 43 Mile Footrace, Tyndrum to Fort William

Carnegie Harriers ready for the DoH

Carnegie Harriers were represented by four members at the gruelling Devil O’The Highlands 43 Mile Race from Tyndrum to Fort William. The runners braved warm conditions throughout their run which was successfully completed by Gail Murdoch (33rd and 7th lady in 7.56.35), Andy Sim (43rd in 8.13.37), Helena Sim (55th in 8.36.45) and Sue Walker (90th in 10.23.21).

Photos from Fiona Rennie click here

Saturday 7th August – Largo Law Hill Race

Andrew Wright wins the Largo Law Hill Race
Congratulations to Carnegie’s Andrew Wright who was in terrific form on Saturday afternoon winning the Largo Law Hill Race. Andrew covered the 6.5 mile 1000ftcourse in 45.30 which is only 37 seconds outside Andy Symonds course record of 44.53 which was set in 2008.

Saturday 7th August – Edinburgh parkrun 5K

Five Harriers took part in the Edinburgh parkrun 5K on Saturday morning with David Greig placing 38th in 20.07. Jim Robb clocked 20.20 (45th) and Colin Reid was 75th in 22.35. Adam Sinclair made his club and parkrun debut timing at 28.01 (138th) whileMichelle Jackson was 157th in 30.01.

Tomintoul, AB37 9AQ/Grid ref: NJ156266

On Sat. 17^th July after the Tom na Bat Hill Race

Having travelled to Tomintoul for the 4^th SHR Championship Race at the Tomintoul Highland Games why not stay the night. Alan and Tilly are killing a wild boar and roasting it on a spit for the Saturday night and anyone is invited to come along. We will provide bread and meat, if you want vegetables or alcohol, bring your own.

There’s plenty of space to pitch a tent and if you’re quick you may even get a bed in the house. Ring us at the farm for more details on 01807590318. Be prepared to leave a message.

Bring a freezer bag ( and your wallet!) if you want to take some of our meat home with you. Wild Boar, Venison, Soay lamb and Belted Galloway beef, in all cuts (frozen), will be available.

Sunday 13th June – Picnic in the Park

As you will all be aware the Dunfermline Half Marathon takes place at 11am on Sunday 13th June from Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline with loads of Carnegie members expected to take part.  Hopefully the sun will be shining and it is planned to have a ‘Picnic in the Park’ after the race on the main lawn in front of the Glen Pavillion.  The area where we plan to meet will be easily recognisable as the club flag will be placed there.  Hopefully all those taking part in the race along with friends and family will be able to come along and enjoy some picnic food, coffee and cakes after the run.

Saturday 3rd July – Carnegie Harriers Social Night – ‘THEM BEATLES’

We are pleased to announce that a summer social night has been arranged for Saturday 3rd July (7.30pm – Midnight) at the King Malcolm Hotel, Dunfermline. The evening will feature one of Scotland’s leading Beatles tribute bands called ‘Them Beatles’. Tickets are priced at £10 each (including stovies or vegetarian option) and only 120 are available on a first come basis. Friends and family are most welcome.  You can hear the band at http://www.myspace.com/thembeatles  A booking form can be found on the club notice board.   You can also post your name below on the Harriers forum to reserve tickets (payment required at earliest convenience to confirm your booking).  Please contact Fiona Rennie for further details.

Saturday 18th December – Xmas Party Night, Pitbauchlie Hotel, Aberdour Road, Dunfermline

Our 2010 Xmas Party Night has been booked for the Pitbauchlie Hotel for Saturday 18th December.

Wednesday 25th May  - Self Transcendence 1 Mile Road Race, Meadows, Edinburgh Catriona McCracken placed 5th lady at the Self Transcendence 1 Mile Road Race in Edinburgh clocking a time of 6.02. Kieran Morgan ran a personal best of 6.14 only three days after completing the Edinburgh Marathon.

Wednesday 25th May – Knock Hill Race, Crieff Judy Turner wins the Knock Hill race in Crieff
Carnegie’s Judy Turner was first lady in a closely contested Knock Hill Race on Wednesday evening in Crieff. Judy covered the 5 mile route with 685 feet of climbing in 36.25 and Peter Simpson was the leading M40 timing at 33.41.

Saturday 29th May – Heart of Scotland 100 Challenge, Dunkeld Sue Walker completes the Heart of Scotland 100
Congratulations and very well done to Sue Walker who has completed the Heart of Scotland 100 in around 34 hours 20 minutes. This is an excellent achievement and further event information can be found on the event website at http://www.heartofscotland100.org.uk/

The event started at 10am on Saturday morning in Dunkeld before venturing to Kirkmichael, onto the Cateran Trail to Enochdhu, up the glen to Daldhu, Shinagag, and on to Blair Atholl. The route then headed to Bruar, to Dalnacardoch and on to Loch Errochty and onwards to Kinloch Rannoch. The closing stages went to Aberfeldy before finishing back in Dunkeld.

Sue reached the finish some 104.4 miles later at around 6.20pm on Sunday. Sue has raising money for Girlguiding Fife and if anyone would like to make a donation then the charity link can be found at http://www.justgiving.com/Sue-WalkerHeartofscotland100

Saturday 29th May - Edinburgh parkrun 5K, Cramond   Andrew Smith was the leading Carnegie runner at the Edinburgh parkrun 5k.  Andrew clocked a fast 17.16 placing 8th overall.  Fergus McGaw ran a strong race setting a personal best of 18.31 finishing 22nd while Malcolm Smith was 58th in 20.35.  Kieran Morgan was 62nd in 20.55, Louise Hewison was 116th in 23.28, Clive Cable was 128th in 24.03, Lesley Halstead was 133rd in 24.16 and Robbie Swinton set a PB of 27.42 in 188th.

Sunday 30th May – Dunblane Hydro 7.5 Mile Road Race Iain Taylor posted a time of 43.19 whilst placing 5th and leading M40 at the Dunblane 7.5 Mile Road Race.  Judith Turner covered the undulating course in around 48.50 to finish 3rd lady overall and Melanie Sinclair clocked a time of 59.06.

Wednesday 19th May  - Self Transcendence 2 Mile Road Race, Meadows, Edinburgh Ross Carrie set a personal best of 11.46 whilst finishing 16th overall at last Wednesday’s Self Transcendence 2 Mile Race in Edinburgh

Friday 21st May - Beveridge Park 5K Road Race, Kirkcaldy Judy Turner set a personal best of 19.10 at the Beveridge Park 5k hwere she placed 4th lady and 18th overall.  Tim Walker finished 35th in 21.47 and Melanie Sinclair covered the undulating 3.1 mile course in 22.39 placing 13th lady.

Saturday 22nd May - Edinburgh parkrun 5K, Cramond   Lesley Halstead placed 100th at the Edinburgh parkrun 5k in 24.26 and Robbie Swinton set a personal best of 28.28 in 153rd position.

Saturday 22nd May - Cape Wrath Marathon Richie Cunningham placed a superb 2nd overall at the Cape Wrath Marathon in 3.08.17. Fabienne Thompson was 4th lady and 1st F40 in 3.46.00 and Neil Campbell clocked 4.26.27.

Sunday 23rd May – Edinburgh Marathon Bradley is the leading Scot at the Edinburgh Marathon
Carnegie’s Scott Bradley produced another outstanding marathon performance finishing 6th overall and leading Scottish athlete at the Edinburgh Marathon. Despite the scorching temperatures, Bradley recorded a personal best of 2.35.14 as he reached the finish at Musselburgh Race Course.  There were 9459 finishers in the marathon with several thousand runners also taking part in the associated Scottish Half Marathon and Hairy Haggis Marathon Relay. Twenty three Carnegie members took part in the marathon.  Iain Taylor was the 2nd Harrier home covering his 26.2 miles in 2.53.59 placing 43rd overall. Stevie Ogg clocked 3.02.59 (135th) and on his marathon debut Ian Johnston enjoyed an excellent run finishing 176th and 8th M50 in 3.05.55. Gail Murdoch was the leading Carnegie lady finishing in 3.14.36 followed by marathon debutant Kristin Lownie who ran a very strong race timing at 3.18.44. Grant Reekie put in a strong performance finishing 448th in 3.20.45, David MacLean timed at 3.23.11 (529th) and Derek Cassells was 640th in 3.26.25. Tom Spry placed 6th in the M60 category in a time of 3.35.05, John Fulham clocked 3.42.15 (1392nd), Mick Cowie was 2078th in 3.53.22 and Kieran Morgan was 2328th in 3.56.12. Well done to Morna Fleming who broke the four hour barrier for the 1st time in 3.57.18 and to Annette Bunyan who ran a great race finishing in 4.02.10. Allan Davie completed the marathon in 4.07.29, Gillian McCracken in 4.14.09, Derek Carswell in 4.22.52, Robert Milton in 4.26.26, Colin Reynolds in 4.31.28, Gordon Rae in 4.37.07, Julie Humphreys in 5.02.28 and Mehrnaz Campbell in 5.45.51.

Sunday 23rd May – Scottish Half Marathon, Edinburgh Jo Wilson ran a personal best of 1.36.07 in the Scottish Half Marathon while Allan Brannigan clocked 1.45.19 and Clive Cable completed the 13.1 miler in 1.52.44.

Sunday 23rd May – UK Canix Championship, Cheltenham Colin Reid and his border terrier ‘Mitch’ ran in the UK CaniX Championship at Cheltenham on Sunday which was the final event of the season.  They managed to finish an excellent 3rd in the UK Championship for the 40-49 age group and finished 3rd in Sunday’s race which was shortened to a 3K due to high temps in a time of 11.57.