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Strathallan 5 Mile Road Race 2011

Neil — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 07:05:07 +0000

Strathallan 5 mile road race 2011

Mick Cowie

20 Carnegie men and 7 Carnegie ladies travelled to Strathallan School to compete in the 12th edition of the 5 mile Road Race, the 6th counting event in the 2011 Road Running Grand Prix Championships.

The growing success of the race was evident: the100 limit was reached 2 weeks prior to the race, to then be increased by another 20 runners who entered in the following 6 days.

The cool and breezy air and the cloudy skies were a runner’s dream and a certain number of Personal Bests were recorded. Spectators may have been hoping for a warmer June day, but they still turned up en mass and gave the athletes plenty of vocal attention. Amateur photographers found enough scenic backgrounds for their action shots as Perthshire’s rhododendrons, old trees and shrubs were offering the perfect rural setting for this 2 lap course of undulating tarmac. The Strathallan Prefects discovered another aspect of their school duty as they mastered the art of marshalling with good humour and efficiency.

In addition to the official race report, the following is worth mentioning: double amputee and kidney transplant Ronnie McIntosh of Dundee Hawkhill came to test his fitness and skills on this challenging course and walk raced a full lap of the euphemism: undulations. That takes some guts!

The post-race buffet rose to its reputation and offered a mouth-watering spectrum of home made cakes, biscuits, sandwiches and various savouries (including the home made and incredibly tasty Cornish Pasty) all kindly provided by Members of Carnegie Harriers.

Faithful to our sporting gathering, Adrian Stott of Run & Become donated Prize vouchers and Martin Jeffers of Tiso, Perth, provided us with goody bags as spot prizes. Our thanks go to both suppliers, to all Club members who contributed to the food buffet, collected sponsorship, donated money and helped with the overall organisation. Thanks to everyone’s effort the 3 charities: Cancer Research, C.H.A.S. and Get Kids Going! will EACH receive a cheque for £250.

Fabienne

More Photos from Barry Davie

Results

Results here

Weekly race round up

Neil — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 05:20:32 +0000

Tuesday 29th March – Ravenscraig Park Two Mile Race, Kirkcaldy

The opening event in the 2011 Ravenscraig Park Race Series took place on Tuesday evening in Kirkcaldy. Campbell Hutt was in great form winning the race in 10.59 with Alex Keenan taking 3rd place in 11.12. Bill Duff was the leading M60 (20th overall) in 13.22.

Saturday 2nd April – Dunbar 10K Road Race

Val Macaulay completed the Dunbar 10K Road Race in 57.34.

Sunday 3rd April – Scottish Athletics Road Relay Championships (6 & 4 Stage), Livingston

Congratulations to our Carnegie Harriers ladies team who won the Masters bronze medals at Sunday’s National Four Stage Road Relays Championships in Livingston. Scottish 100k Champion, Gail Murdoch undertook stage 1 covering the 3.15 mile leg in 21.00. Morna Fleming clocked 43.53 on stage 2 (5.85 miles) and Judith Dobson timed at 22.27 on stage 3. Fabienne Thompson brought the team home in bronze medal winning position in a fast 39.24. The team placed 13th overall and 3rd F40 team in 2.06.44. Carnegie’s senior ladies team were 23rd in 2.17.30.

Carnegie’s men had three complete teams in the National Six Stage Road Relays. The Masters team placed 17th overall and 4th M40 team in 2.40.15. Our senior mens ‘A’ team were 21st in 2.42.06 and our ‘B’ team were 39th in 3.04.28.

Very well done to all 29 Harriers who took part and who enjoyed a tremendous afternoon. All the Carnegie results are now posted on our website at www.carnegie-harriers.co.uk and the complete set of results can be found at http://www.scottishathletics.org.uk/index.php?p=80&itemType=fixtures&itemId=13528

Weekend Race Round Up

Neil — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:02:16 +0000

Saturday 19th March – Edinburgh parkrun 5K

On Saturday, Robert Milton clocked 19.06 at the Edinburgh parkrun 5K and Morna Fleming covered the fast 3.1 mile course in 22.30.

Saturday 19th March – D33 Ultra (Deeside Way Ultra Marathon), Aberdeen

Several Harriers contested the Deeside Way 33 Mile Race from Aberdeen. Scott Bradley excelled to finish 2nd overall and Peter Humphreys was the leading M40. The results will be posted on the club website once available.

Saturday 19th March – Chapelgill Hill Race, Glenholm

Five Harriers took part in the Chapelgill Hill Race on Saturday. Sandy Bennet was in good form placing 2nd overall in 23.44 and Lynne Bennet was 38th in 32.48. Sandy and Lynne’s children (Ailsa and Struan) were 1st and 2nd in the associated fun run.

Saturday 19th March – The Mighty Deerstalker Race and Deerstalker 5K

At The Mighty Deerstalker Race in the Scottish Borders, Fabienne Thompson was the leading Harrier placing 101st in 1.40.28. Four club members took part in the Mighty Deerstalker. In the Deerstalker 5K (and a bit), Adam Sinclair was the leading junior covering the challebging course in 1.25.04 placing 208th from 574 runners.

Sunday 20th March – Alloa Half Marathon

The opening event in our 2011 Road Running Grand Prix took place on Sunday morning at the 29th Alloa Half Marathon. A field of over 900 runners took part with 26 Carnegie members completing the popular 13.1 mile race. Tommy Lawrence was in top form placing an impressive 8th overall (2nd M40) in 1.13.18. Allan Fotheringham set a personal best of 1.15.25 finishing 12th and 3rd M40. Paul Roarty enjoyed a strong performance reaching the finish in a fast 1.17.40 (18th) while Andy Hume placed 22nd in 1.19.22. Ian Johnston was the 3rd M50 timing at 1.25.31 (83rd overall) and well done to John Fulham who set a personal best of 1.29.19 (137th). Ross Carrie finished 142nd in a new best of 1.29.41 and Tom Spry placed 3rd M60 (144th overall) in 1.29.48. Kirsty Baird was the leading Carnegie lady clocking a fast 1.36.57 (262nd overall), Mary Western ran a strong race finishing in 1.37.17 and Linda James timed at 1.38.57.

Sunday 20th March – Errol 6K Road Race

Barry Davie finished 3rd overall at the Errol 6K Road Race on Sunday in 22.12.

East District Cross Country Championships, Livingston

Neil — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:01:37 +0000

Saturday 15th January – East District Cross Country Championships, Livingston

Carnegie Harriers were represented by 27 members at Saturday’s East District Cross Country Championships in Deans, Livingston. The event also incorporated the final meeting in the East District CC League. In the ladies race, Isobel Burnett produced an outstanding run to win the Gold medal in the F50 age group in 30.31, placing 61st overall. Gail Murdoch finished 72nd in 31.40 with Morna Fleming 73rd in 31.47. Grace MacKenzie covered the muddy course in 31.55 placing 75th. The Carnegie ladies team finished 10th overall. Graeme Campbell was the leading Harriers in the mens race placing an impressive 36th in 37.33. Allan Fotheringham ran a strong race finishing 38th and 4th M40 in 37.35. Peter Humphreys was the 3rd Carnegie counter clocking 39.59 in 68th place and Peter Simpson was 84th in 40.42. Barry Davie was 92nd in 41.29 while Steven King placed 96th in 41.42. Carnegie’s men placed 10th team overall.

After four events in our Cross Country Grand Prix, Grace MacKenzie leads the ladies on 189 points. Linda James is 2nd on 185 points and Gillian McCracken is 3rd on 174. Stephen Greer and Malcolm Smith share the lead in the men with 169 points with Mick Cowie, 3rd on 146 points.

A selection of photo’s from the ladies race courtesy of Allan Fotheringham can be found at

http://www.flickr.com/photos/allanfotheringham/sets/72157625834645514/

Weekend Race Round Up 1st October

Neil — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 11:15:38 +0000

Saturday 2nd October – Bella Ben Venue Hill Race, Trossachs The penultimate event in our Hill Running Grand Prix took place on Saturday afternoon at the Ben Venue Hill Race. Alan Manson was the first Carnegie runner to cover the 7.85 mile course (2260ft) placing 34th in 1.34.43. Neil Campbell was 37th in 1.39.52, Fabienne Thompson was 51st in 1.43.59 and Allan Macaulay was 62nd in 1.48.33. A report can be found on our hill runing blog at http://carnegiehillbillies.org/grand-prix/ben-venue-hill-race/

Saturday 2nd October – Edinburgh parkrun 5K Six club members took part in the Edinburgh parkrun 5K on Saturday morning. Barry Davieimproved his parkrun best to 17.48 placing 8th overall in the field of nearly 200 runners. Mark Western enjoyed a strong run finishing 36th in 20.36. Well done to Mary Western who lowered her 5K personal best to 20.44 whilst finishing 3rd lady overall. Regular parkrunner John Milton was 90th in 23.25, Louise Hewison was 100th in 24.12 and Craig Lindsay warmed up for the Scottish Kilomathon timing at 29.24 in 166th place.

Sunday 3rd October – Loch Ness Marathon Carnegie’s Graeme Campbell was amongst a field of over 2,600 runners taking part in Sunday’s Loch Ness Marathon. Graeme ran a very strong race finishing 16th overall in 2.46.02. David Greig finished 127th in a personal best of 3.14.42 while Pauline Walker timed at 3.30.47 finishing leading Carnegie lady. Julie Humphreys completed her 26.2 miles in 4.42.30. Well done to the nine Harriers who took part and all the Carnegie results are now posted on our club website.

Sunday 3rd October – Kilomathon Scotland 26.2km Road Race The Kilomathon Scotland took place on Sunday morning from Ingilston following a 26.2km (16.3 miles) course which went across the Forth Road Bridge. Several Carnegie members took part with Tom Spry finishing 76th overall in 1.57.00 and Isobel Burnett clocked 2.05.13 placing 169th. The Carnegie results are now on our club website. Many thanks also to our team of volunteers who assisted at the event.

Sunday 3rd October – Strathcarron Hospice 10K Road Race, Denny At the Strathcarron Hospice 10K Road Race in Denny, Mike Harvey finished 2nd overall and leading M40. Ali McLaren also took part. The finishing times are not yet available.

Weekend Racing Parkrun, 10K, Donkey Brae

Neil — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 09:25:04 +0000

Saturday 31st July - Edinburgh parkrun 5K, Cramond Scott Dowell was the leading Carnegie runner at the Edinburgh parkrun 5k placing 18th overall in 20.05. Jim Robb was 27th in 20.52 and Tommy Lawlor was 45th in 22.12. Allan Davie placed 52nd in 22.24, Paul Arnott was 61st in 22.59 and Robbie Swintoncovered the 3.1 mile in 28.11 in 119th position.

Sunday 1st August – Scottish Gas 10K Road Race, Edinburgh Kirsty Baird clocked 46.32 finishing 158th at the Scottish Gas 10K in Edinburgh on Sunday morning. New member Michelle Jacksonrecorded a personal best of 1.03.55 finishing 383rd and James Rowsome was 409th in 1.09.40

Sunday 1st August – Donkey Brae Race, Aberdour The annual seven mile Donkey Brae Race from Aberdour’s Silver Sands saw a good turnout of Carnegie members at the popular event.Tommy Lawrence clocked 39.11, placing an excellent 2nd overall (1st M40) finishing only a few seconds behind the race winner Ray Ward (Hunters Bog Trotters). Roger Clark finished strongly in 3rd position in 40.44 with Mike Harvey occupying 5th (41.56) while Ian Stewart was 6th (42.25) and 1st M50. Kevin Mathie completed the undulating course finishing 7th in 44.00. Carnegie’s Jo Wilsonproduced a top quality run finishing 2nd lady in 48.34 while Claire Howie was an impressive 4th in the ladies race in 50.45. Ronnie Hunter-Blair made his Carnegie debut finishing 138th in 58.33, George Stenhouse was 192nd in 1.07.35 and James Rowsomeclocked 1.32.24 finishing 236th.

Busy week for the Harriers

Neil — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:00:04 +0000

Wednesday 9th June – Corstorphine 5 Mile Road Race, Edinburgh

Iain Taylor posted a quick 27.55 whilst finishing 13th at the Corstorphine 5 Mile Race followed by Campbell Hutt who set a personal best of 28.41 in 16th place. Ian Stewart was the 2nd M50 (18th overall) in 28.57 and Frazer Munro set a PB of 31.43 in 39th position. Kieran Morgan was 68th in 34.14 and Catriona McCracken was 71st in 34.40.

Friday 11th June – Black Rock ’5′, Kinghorn

There was a good turnout of Carnegie members at the Black Rock 5. Results will be posted on the club website once available.

Saturday 12th June – Edinburgh parkrun 5k

Jim Robb recorded his Edinburgh parkrun 5k best time of 20.56 (55th) and Kirsty Baird made her parkrun debut finishing 56th overall in 21.07.

Saturday 12th June – Pittencrieff Park 5K, Dunfermline

Carnegie’s Andrew Wright and Judy Turner enjoyed a successful Saturday afternoon winning the Pittencrieff Park 5K. Andrew covered the hilly 3.1 mile course in 16.24 placing 1st male and Judy was the 1st lady (6th overall) in 19.49. Calum McGaw ran a strong race finishing 2nd male in 17.58 and Melanie Sinclair produced an excellent run placing 3rd lady (14th overall) in 22.32. Jon Farrimond clocked 20.08 placing 7th and Darran Neilson was 12th in 22.06. Maryann Lawrence ran well to finish 4th lady (25th overall) in 25.05.

Saturday 12th June – Durisdeer Hill Race

Three Harriers took part in the Durisdeer Hill Race where Neil Campbell covered the 10.8 mile (3800ft) course in 2.17.10 finishing 21st overall. Alison West won the F50 category timing at 2.19.19 and Fabienne Thompson was 28th in 2.26.48.

Saturday 12th June – Skye Half Marathon

Fiona Rennie and Pauline Walker warmed up for next weekend’s West Highland Way Race by taking part in the annual Isle of Skye Half Marathon where they both completed the hilly course in 2.03.54.

Sunday 13th June – Dunfermline Half Marathon

The 25th anniverary Dunfermline Half Marathon was a huge success and overall the new route has been well received by the several hundred runners taking part. The cool temperatures and light rain made conditions near perfect for distance running and Carnegie members were out in force to support the event. The race incorporated the Scottish Half Marathon Championships and a Home International Challenge which brought many of the UK’s leading distance runners to the event. Carnegie’s Simon Plummer who was born in Dunfermline and now lives in Amesbury in Wiltshire flew up from Southampton to take part. Simon had his race number pinned to his Carnegie vest when 45 minutes before the race start he was asked by the Scottish team manager to represent Scotland in the Home International. After a quick change of running vest, Simon certainly managed to do his club and country proud finishing 6th overall in a personal best of 1.08.47.Tommy Lawrence retained the Gary Riddell Trophy for the 6th year in succession finishing 1st local runner and 13th overall in 1.15.02. Allan Fotheringham ran a strong race finishing 15th overall, 2nd local runner and 2nd M40 in the Scottish Championships in 1.17.51. Iain Taylor also enjoyed a good run covering the testing 13.1 mile course in 1.18.29 placing 19th overall and 3rd local runner. Our Carnegie men (Simon Plummer, Tommy Lawrence and Allan Fotheringham) won team silver in the Scottish Championships behind Shettleston Harriers. In the ladies race, Carnegie’s Siobhan Culleton recorded a personal best of 1.27.01 finishing 12th lady overall and 1st local runner. Kristin Lownie reached the finish in Pittencrieff Park in 1.27.17 (13th lady overall) placing 2nd local lady and Isobel Burnett won the Scottish Championship F50 award finishing the 3rd Carnegie lady in 1.36.03. Carnegie ladies also enjoyed team success finishing 2nd club overall in the Scottish Championships.

There was a superb turnout of 43 Carnegie members with many excellent performances throughout the field with several personal bests recorded. Campbell Hutt clocked an impressive 1.18.51 placing 22nd and Kevin Mathie was 31st in 1.22.43. Nineteen year old Andrew Smith recorded a personal best of 1.23.41 (41st) and Tom Spry was the 2nd placed M60 timing at 1.33.38. Ross Carrie set a personal best of 1.33.45 finishing 108th, while new members Mark Western (1.39.09), Jacqueline MacIntyre (1.39.18 PB), Alan Dow (1.39.52, PB), Mary Western (1.44.12) and Craig Lindsay (1.55.40, PB) all enjoyed great runs.

Thanks also to all our Carnegie members who assisted with marshalling and providing encouragement around the route. There were 677 finishers in the race.

Sunday 13th June – Dechmont Law 10K Trail Race, Livingston

Frazer Munro set a personal best of 40.20 whilst placing 28th overall at Sunday’s Dechmont Law 10K Trail Race.

Weekend races 5th & 6th of June

Neil — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 21:44:49 +0000

Saturday 5th June - Strathallan 5 Mile Road Race

Strathallan success for Mike Carroll and Gillian Carr
The 11th edition of the Strathallan 5 mile Road Race saw 99 entries and 82 finishers. Many Club members were tackling the undulating and scenic course for the first time and swore to return. The air was warm but a most welcome breeze was there to cool down the athletes in their effort. The numerous spectators were certainly in favour of such a clement weather.Mike Carroll of Perth Road Runners excelled and won the race in 26.12. Carnegie’s Scott Bradley came a strong second overall in 27.33 and club mate Tommy Lawrence finished a close third in 27.47. The first three ladies finished inside the same minute with Corstorphine’s Gillian Carr winning in 32.02. Judith Turner in Carnegie colours secured the second place in 32.20 and Siobhan Culleton, who joined Carnegie after an impressive 4th place at last Wednesday’s Auld Toun 10K, finished third in 32.38.

Carnegie Harriers did not fail to feature in the category prize list with Iain Taylor (4th overall) winning the M40 award in 29.19. Bryce Aitken representing Fife AC finished 1st M50 in 30.12 and Robin Scott (unattached) was first M60 in 33.31. Gail Murdoch was the leading F40 in a time of 34.02 and Carnegie team mate Isobel Burnett’s strong run gained her the F50 award as she completed the course in 35.34. Sheila Bauchop (Scottish Veteran Harriers) won the F60 award in a time of 42.00. Congratulations to Scott Smith (unattached) who was the winning U20 runner in 36.04.

Once again the food buffet look magnificent as many athletes and spouses had been busy baking or purchasing what we all crave for at the end of a hard run. John Fulham’s watermelon went down treat on such a warm summer’s evening and everyone found something to satisfy taste buds and appetite. I am very grateful to everyone’s baking talent and generosity of food and/or donation. Run & Become of Edinburgh have also contributed to the success of this fund raising event by donating the shop vouchers as prizes. Last year a total of £870 was raised for C.H.A.S., Cancer Research and Get Kids Going!. I anticipate that a similar amount will have been raised on Saturday.

Many thanks to everyone who took part and assisted with the race organisation who made the event another great success.

Fabienne Thompson
Race Director

Click the link for photos of Strathallan 5 Race

Saturday 5th June – Edinburgh parkrun 5kRobert Milton ran his fastest ever Edinburgh parkrun 5k on Saturday placing 13th overall in 18.38. Andrew Smith was 22nd in 19.01 while Craig Linsday finished 88th in 22.49. Melanie Sinclair assisted with the event organisation.

Saturday 5th June – Loch Lochy Munros

Symonds breaks his own course record at Loch Lochy
Carnegie’s Andy Symonds was in superb form on Saturday at the Loch Lochy Munros Hill Race where he made a successful defence of his 2009 race win. Andy covered the 13 mile course complete with 4350ft of climbing in 2.06.29 lowering his own course record by 7 seconds. Haddington’s Brian Marshall was 2nd overall in 2.17.54.

Saturday 5th June – Glas Tulaichean Uphill Race

Lynne Bennet tackled the uphill only Glas Tulaichean race near Glenshee placing 34th in 37.40. Lynne finished 2nd in the F40 category narrowly missing automatic selection for the World Masters Hill Running Championships.

Sunday 6th June – Chris Moon Half Marathon, Strathaven

Alex Keenan placed an excellent 2nd overall at the Chris Moon Half Marathon in Strathaven clocking a fast time of 1.18.16. Louise Dallas covered the 13.1 mile course in 1.53.00.

The 10th anniversary of the Cateran Trail Relay

Neil — Mon, 10 May 2010 05:00:57 +0000

Resevoir Dogs

The 10th anniversary of the Cateran Trail Relay saw Carnegie Harriers field six teams for the 23 mile race from Blairgowrie to the Spittal of Glenshee. The corresponding individual 23 mile race saw five Carnegie members tackle the full distance. Carnegie’s veteran mens team enjoyed a superb race winning the overall event in 2.53.06 with Carnegie senior mens team right on their tails finishing 2nd team overall in 2.53.30. Carnegie’s mixed team placed 7th overall in 3.41.10 and our ladies team were 10th overall (2nd placed ladies team) in 3.51.19. Carnegie’s Mens Team B were 14th overall in 3.57.06 and our mixed ‘B’ team were 18th in 5.07.26.

Congratulations to Scott Bradley who won the individual race in a very fast 3.00.26 retaining the title that her won in 2009. Richie Cunningham excelled finishing 3rd overall in 3.12.42 and Phil Smithard placed 14th in 4.08.40. Morna Fleming produced a very strong run over the challenging course finishing 26th in 4.50.00. Sue Walker completed the tough race in 5.20.00 in 35th position.

Photos of the Cateran trail can be found HERE

Busy Week for Carnegie Harriers Running Club, Dunfermline

Neil — Mon, 03 May 2010 19:10:47 +0000

Wednesday 28th April – Self Transcendence 5K Road Race, Meadows, Edinburgh Kieran Morgan clocked 20.44 at last Wednesday’s Self Transcendence 5K in Edinburgh placing 39th and Catriona McCracken finished 9th lady in 21.24.

Wednesday 28th April – Whangie Whizz Hill Race Alison West took part in the midweek Whangie Whizz Hill Race where she placed 2nd F50 in 41.25 and Mhairi MacKechnie covered the four mile course with 800ft of climbing in 46.47.

Thursday 29th April – Kinross House 10K Road Race Judy Turner places 2nd lady at the Kinross 10K
Carnegie Harriers were represented by seven club members at Thursday evenings Kinross House 10K Road Race. Judy Turner was in good form covering the fast and flat course in 40.23 finishing 2nd lady. Catriona McCracken was the 7th placed lady clocking a time of 44.21, Pamela Gilfillan was 10th lady overall in 45.13 and Lesley Halstead was 21st lady in 49.24. Alan Cockburn broke the 40 minute barrier timing at 39.39 (24th overall), Frazer Munro was 38th in 41.38 and Ross Carrie covered his 6.2 miles in 42.19 placing 44th.

Saturday 1st May – Edinburgh to North Berwick 20 Mile Road Race Harriers race 20 miles from Edinburgh to North Berwick
The 4th event in Carnegie’s 2010 Road Running Grand Prix took place today at the annual Edinburgh to North Berwick 20 Mile Road Race. There was an excellent turnout of Harriers at this event which ran through the coastal towns and villages of Musselburgh, Prestonpans, Aberlady, Gullane and Dirleton before reaching the finish in North Berwick. Iain Taylor placed 4th overall and 1st M40 in 2.06.33 leading Carnegie to team success with Alex Keenan finishing 6th overall in 2.08.19 and Stevie Ogg, 9th in 2.08.46. Ian Johnston ran very well placing 3rd M50 (19th overall) in 2.16.12 and Tom Spry was the 1st M60 (72nd overall) completing the windswept 20 miler in 2.34.17. John Fulham posted a time of 2.38.44 (89th), Robert Milton was 98th in 2.40.17 and Mick Cowie was 99th in 2.40.39. Isobel Burnett was Carnegie’s leading lady and 3rd F45 overall in 2.40.44. Annette Bunyan warmed up for this month’s Edinburgh Marathon clocking a time of 2.48.16 and Morna Fleming timed at 2.53.42. Well done to Susan Cederstrom who after running last Sunday’s London Marathon was back distance racing finishing in 2.56.17.

Saturday 1st May - Edinburgh parkrun 5K, Cramond The weekly Edinburgh parkrun 5k attracted four Carnegie runners on Saturday morning to the popular event. Calum McGaw placed 7th overall in 18.24 and David Greig who ran last weekend’s Highland Fling 53 Mile Race was 29th in 21.06. Paul Arnott was 44th in 22.20 and well done to Carnegie junior Robbie Swinton who on his club debut clocked 29.28 placing 112th.

Saturday 1st May – Stuc A’Chroin 5000 Hill Race, Strathyre Peter Simpson placed 2nd M50 and 20th overall in 2.42.32 at the gruelling Stuc A’Chroin Hill Race from Strathyre on saturday. The race involves 14 miles of running with 5000ft of climbing. Allan Macaulay was 107th in 3.29.28 and Alison West was the leading F50 in 3.39.41.

Sunday 2nd May – BUPA Great Edinburgh Run, 10K Three Harriers were amongst 6622 runners at Sunday’s BUPA Great Edinburgh Run. Matt Meade covered the testing 10k course in 41.13 placing 166th. Fast improving Carnegie junior Scott Dowell ran a personal best of 42.53 and Melanie Sinclair reached the finish in Holyrood Park in 50.44.