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Race Results 2013

Edale Skyline Fell Race – Sunday 29nd September

Kenny Malton and Marcel were the only Striders at this English Fell Championship race around the Edale Skyline, postponed by snow in March. With 22miles and 4500ft of ascent this race is already known to be one of the toughest races in the peaks. It didn’t surprise us that it was actually tougher than expected probably due to the heat and not rain. So in 39th  Kenny Malton 3hr 17, followed in by Marcel in 55th in 3hr 26. Awesome and very well organised event by Deak Peak Fell Runners.

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Ultimate Trails Ultra 50km – Sunday 15th September

Designed for those wanting a shorter option (as opposed to the 100km alternative), and is a great stepping stone into the world of Ultra running, the organisers words not mine. With 6000ft feet off ascent this is some challenge, two crazy striders (not the normal suspects) decided to have a go. The rest of us use cars.

86th Paul Webster 10:25:38
87th Tracey Hepburn 10:25:45

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Great North Run – Sunday 15th September
Several of you also managed to get up to the biggest race in the UK.

Chris Millet 1:16:39

Kulwant Singh Johal 1:51:44

Christine Purslow 1:56:21

Ian Barker 2:08:27

Dave Nunn 2:08:28

Amy Hall 2:10:58

Cath Pearch 2:19:52

Last but not least Sam Pearch 2:19:53, about 27000 places lower than 2 years ago.
Derby Triathlon – Sunday 15th September
Just a couple of you at this event. First in for Striders was Ludo Floch in 1:15:27 in 291st and Carolyn Dyall 1:22:19 in 392nd.
Ashbourne Half – Sunday 15th September
More than 40 Striders competed in two local runs this weekend. In Ashbourne, several Striders ran the tough Ashbourne half marathon 2013 – first in for striders and 13th overall was Shaun Cooper in 1.28.57, followed by Neil Hancock in 1.35.45, Wayne Stevenson in 1.42.49 (PB on that course), David Askew in 1.46.27 (PB by about 5 minutes), Neil Rigby in 1.52.48 and Julie Stevenson in 1.55.01.
Golden Gates Gallop – Sunday 15th September
At Elvaston Castle, there was the annual Golden Gates Gallop 5 mile run and 2 mile fun run, supporting Leukaemia Research.

Second overall in the 5 mile was Martin Kerr 29:14, followed by Gareth Brown 31:41, Luke Stevenson 32.25, Sam Amps 33.42, Richard Hill 34.05, Andy Bradley 35.40, Ciaran Guilfoyle 35.47, John Thornton 37.04, Pascale Holden 37.29, Chris Turley 37.59, Steve Wells 39.09, James Realey 39.15, Rachel Farrow 39.25, Dave Keegan 40.40, Silke Krieger-Ford, 41.55, Andrew Simons 42.45, Lindsey Buckley 52.45, Alison Nunn 53.20, Fiona Corden 53.38.

In the 2 mile run, there were lots of juniors, stars of the future, and many family groups. First Strider was Clodagh Holmes 14.22, followed by Harry Trickey 15.47, Jack Surgay 15.48, Adam Crompton 19.11, Ian Crompton 19.12, Luke Trickey 19.45, Ethan Buckley 20.03, Lucy Anna Boyd 21.27, Henry Surgay 22.08, Louise Surgay 22.09, Pirran Holden 22.23, Rose Buckley 22.51, Alex Buckley 22.52, Millie Trickey 22.34, Mark Trickey 23.35 and Nicola Trickey 23.35.
Stretton Skyline Fell Race – Sunday 8th September
The very in form Kenny Malton made this 19 mile 4500ft race look like a jog. The three of us really in enjoy this tough scenic over the Long Mynd. First back in 7th overall was Kenny Malton in 2hr 43, followed in 15th & 16th by Shaun Cooper & Marcel Darling in 2 hrs 56.
Lichfield 10K – Sunday 8th September
At the Lichfield 10K run, Shelton Striders’ ladies came a super second place in the team event. Also, Elaine Quince was first lady in the v45 category. In the fun run, Clodagh came second overall, and was first lady. Other places and times – Martin Kerr 8th in 36.18, Luke Stevenson 103rd bumbling in at 43.17, Elaine Quince 122nd (1st lady 45 cat) in 43.51, John Thornton 216th in 46.43, Pascale Holden 241st in 47.25 (still suffering poorly ankle), Neil Rigby 292nd in 49.06, Stephen Wells 293rd in 49.07, Julie Stevenson 339th in 50.17, Steve Baxter 350th in 50.34, Dave Keegan 450th in 52.49 and Silke Krieger-Ford 464th in 52.59.
Club Championship Standings Updated
Up to Lichfield 10k, go to the club championship page, I am still waiting for the fun run results to be released from the Lichfield 10K

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Totley Exterminator 1th September
Just the 3 of us for this 16 mile 4000ft fell race.

22nd Kenny Malton 2hr 28
36th Marcel Darling 2hr 32
42nd Shaun Cooper 2hr 42

Wilne 10K – Sunday 1st September
Runners from Shelton Striders took on top runners from all over the country in a high standard 10k at Wilne on Sun 1 Sept. The fast, flat course attracts runners looking for good times. Over 20 Striders completed the event.

First back for Striders in 34th place was Sam Pearch in 34 min 32 sec. Overall, Strider’s men were 4th team, and ladies were 8th team. Luke Stevenson was 4th junior. Chris Turley completed his first 10K, beating both his Mum and Dad.

Other times – Martin Kerr 36:06, James Cunningham 38:42 (PB), Gareth Brown 38:59, Alex Buckley 39:21, Matt West 39:21, Sam Amps 40:27, Richard Hill 40:37, Ian Crompton 41:28, Luke Stevenson 42:19, Neil Hancock 42:16, Darren Sheppard 43:00, Andy Bradley 45:11, Andrew Sayers 46:23, Kevin Milwain 46:26, Pascale Holden 46:37, Chris Turley 46:39, Dave Turley 48:26, Kelly Craven 49:27, Steve Cartwright 51:02, Silke Kieger-Ford 52:05, Heather Turley 53:19, Dave Keegan 53:20, Lee Meakin 54:26, Margaret Cowling 58:31, Don Robey 59:15.
Bradbourne Fell Race – Sunday 24th August

4th Kenny Malton 35:19
7th Shaun Cooper 36:56
29th Gayle Gamble 43:31
84th Dave Keegan 56:41

Parwich Panoramic 5 – Tuesday 6th August
Bit late with results for this one. This is the 5th year of this cross country fell race that was won by Chris Patterson from Ashbourne RC with two Striders hot on his heels.

 

2nd Rob Donald 35:55
3rd Kenny Malton 36:15
6th Shaun Cooper 37:41
26th Gayle Gamble 43:52
48th Dave Keegan 50:59
49th Robin Hutchinson 51:24
64th Chris Purslow 55:01
74th Chris Donald 61:02

Ricky’s Race – Thursday 8th August
Another late result. Looks like some of you had a busy week and another excellent run from Rob and Kenny

 

4th Rob Donald 31:30
6th Kenny Malton 31:54
10th Marcel Darling 33:24
12th Steve Hawkins 34:09
38th Gayle Gamble 38:37
94th Chris Purslow 48:40
106th Chris Donald 54:39

Piggs Trophy 10K – Wednesday 14th August
An excellent turn out from the Striders with 23 out of 114 runners. The race organised by Rolls Royce Harriers starts just across the road from Mickleover Sports Football Ground and heads off down the local lanes before returning on the path of the old railway line finishing near the Great Northern pub

Some very good runs too with 3 of our runners in the top 10 with Sam Pearch top Strider in 2nd place

 

2nd Sam Pearch 35:19
4th Kenny Malton 36:48
8th Rob Donald 38:25
19th Luke Stevenson 40:30
20th Gareth Brown 40:37
22nd Matt West 41:14
23rd Marcel Darling 41:16
28th Ian Crompton 42:26
29th Ian Bell 42:45
30th Richard Hill 42:57
31st Paul Brunt 43:13
33rd Darren Sheppard 44:28
35th Roy Hobson 44:33
41st Andy Sayers 45:47
45th Kev Milwain 46:27
52nd Andy Bradley 47:10
63rd Neil Rigby 49:16
69th Julie Stevenson 51:10
75th Ian Barker 52:13
76th Dave Nunn 52:13
95th Christine Donald 58:02
110th Fiona Corden 1:07:10
111th Alison Nunn 1:08:33

Leek Half – Sunday 18th August
It was a weekend of tough races for the Striders with 11 of you tackling the challenging Leek half-marathon which features one big climb from Tittesworth Resevoir, and two more climbs near the finish.

First back for Striders was Martin Kerr, coming 11th overall in 1 hr 26 min followed by James Walker 1:31, Gareth Brown 1:31, Matt West 1:32, Sam Amps 1:38, Neil Hancock 1:39, Wayne Stevenson 1:46, Neil Rigby 1:56, Julie Stevenson 1:59, Dave Keegan 2:03 and Steve Wells 2:13.

Also, the men came 3rd in the team event, with the first four men scoring. This was a tremendous performance, considering that many top clubs from the area were competing.
Belper Rugby Rover – Sunday 18th August
An even larger group of Striders completed the 30km Rugby Rover, an extremely tough cross country race covering Alport Hill and Shining Cliff Woods near Belper, featuring stunning views across the Derwent Valley.

First back was Shaun Cooper in 2 hrs 18 min, followed by Marcel Darling 2:19, Ian Crompton 2:38, Richard Gray 2:50, Cathy Clifford 3:31, Andy Bradley 3:33, Rachel Farrow 3:33, Rachel Smith 3:37, Jez Smith 3:38, Paul Webster 3:38, Tracey Hepburn 3:40, Jennifer Nix 3:41, Vicky Hutchinson 3:41, Claire Hirons 3:44.

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Ultimate Trail Ultra 50 km – Sunday 15th September

Designed for those wanting a shorter option (as opposed to the 100km alternative), and is a great stepping stone into the world of Ultra running, the organisers words not mine. With 6000ft feet off ascent this is some challenge, two crazy striders (not the normal suspects) decided to have a go. The rest of us use cars.

86th Paul Webster 10:25:38

87th Tracey Hepburn 10:25:45.

 

Great North Run – Sunday 15th September
 Several of you also managed to get up to the biggest race in the uk.

Chris Millet 1:16:39

Kulwant Singh Johal 1:51:44

Christine Purslow 1:56:21

Ian Barker 2:08:27

Dave Nunn 2:08:28

Amy Hall 2:10:58

Cath Pearch 2:19:52

Last but not least Sam Pearch 2:19:53, about 27000 places lower than 2 years ago.

Derby Traiathlon – Sunday 15th September
Just a couple of you at this event. First in for striders was Ludo Floch in 1:15:27 in 291st and Carolyn Dyall 1:22:19 in 392nd.

Ashbourne Half – Sunday 15th September
More than 40 Striders competed in two local runs this weekend. In Ashbourne, several Striders ran the tough Ashbourne half marathon 2013 – first in for striders and 13th overall was Shaun Cooper in 1.28.57, followed by Neil Hancock in 1.35.45, Wayne Stevenson in 1.42.49 (PB on that course), David Askew in 1.46.27 (PB by about 5 minutes), Neil Rigby in 1.52.48 and Julie Stevenson in 1.55.01.
Golden Gates Gallop – Sunday 15th September
At Elvaston Castle, there was the annual Golden Gates Gallop 5 mile run and 2 mile fun run, supporting Leukaemia Research.

Second overall in the 5 mile was Martin Kerr 29:14, followed by Gareth Brown 31:41, Luke Stevenson 32.25, Sam Amps 33.42, Richard Hill 34.05, Andy Bradley 35.40, Ciaran Guilfoyle 35.47, John Thornton 37.04, Pascale Holden 37.29, Chris Turley 37.59, Steve Wells 39.09, James Realey 39.15, Rachel Farrow 39.25, Dave Keegan 40.40, Silke Krieger-Ford, 41.55, Andrew Simons 42.45, Lindsey Buckley 52.45, Alison Nunn 53.20, Fiona Corden 53.38.

In the 2 mile run, there were lots of juniors, stars of the future, and many family groups. First Strider was Clodagh Holmes 14.22, followed by Harry Trickey 15.47, Jack Surgay 15.48, Adam Crompton 19.11, Ian Crompton 19.12, Luke Trickey 19.45, Ethan Buckley 20.03, Lucy Anna Boyd 21.27, Henry Surgay 22.08, Louise Surgay 22.09, Pirran Holden 22.23, Rose Buckley 22.51, Alex Buckley 22.52, Millie Trickey 22.34, Mark Trickey 23.35 and Nicola Trickey 23.35.

Stretton Skyline Fell Race – Sunday 8th September
The very inform Kenny Malton made this 19 mile 4500ft race look like a jog. The three of us really in enjoy this tough scenic over the Long Mynd . First back in 7th overall was Kenny Malton in 2hr 43, followed in 15th & 16th by Shaun Cooper & Marcel Darling in 2 hrs 56.
Lichfield 10K – Sunday 8th September
At the Lichfield 10K run, Shelton Striders’ ladies came a super second place in the team event. Also, Elaine Quince was first lady in the v45 category. In the fun run, Clodagh came second overall, and was first lady. Other places and times – Martin Kerr 8th in 36.18, Luke Stevenson 103rd bumbling in at 43.17, Elaine Quince 122nd (1st lady 45 cat) in 43.51, John Thornton 216th in 46.43, Pascale Holden 241st in 47.25 (still suffering poorly ankle), Neil Rigby 292nd in 49.06, Stephen Wells 293rd in 49.07, Julie Stevenson 339th in 50.17, Steve Baxter 350th in 50.34, Dave Keegan 450th in 52.49 and Silke Krieger-Ford 464th in 52.59.
Totley Exterminator 1th September
Just the 3 of us for this 16 mile 4000ft fell race.

22nd Kenny Malton 2hr 28
36th Marcel Darling 2hr 32
42nd Shaun Cooper 2hr 42

Wilne 10K – Sunday 1st September
Runners from Shelton Striders took on top runners from all over the country in a high standard 10k at Wilne on Sun 1 Sept. The fast, flat course attracts runners looking for good times. Over 20 Striders completed the event.

First back for Striders in 34th place was Sam Pearch in 34 min 32 sec. Overall, Strider’s men were 4th team, and ladies were 8th team. Luke Stevenson was 4th junior. Chris Turley completed his first 10K, beating both his Mum and Dad.

Other times – Martin Kerr 36:06, James Cunningham 38:42 (PB), Gareth Brown 38:59, Alex Buckley 39:21, Matt West 39:21, Sam Amps 40:27, Richard Hill 40:37, Ian Crompton 41:28, Luke Stevenson 42:19, Neil Hancock 42:16, Darren Sheppard 43:00, Andy Bradley 45:11, Andrew Sayers 46:23, Kevin Milwain 46:26, Pascale Holden 46:37, Chris Turley 46:39, Dave Turley 48:26, Kelly Craven 49:27, Steve Cartwright 51:02, Silke Kieger-Ford 52:05, Heather Turley 53:19, Dave Keegan 53:20, Lee Meakin 54:26, Margaret Cowling 58:31, Don Robey 59:15.
Bradbourne Fell Race – Sunday 24th August

4th Kenny Malton 35:19
7th Shaun Cooper 36:56
29th Gayle Gamble 43:31
84th Dave Keegan 56:41

Parwich Panoramic 5 – Tuesday 6th August
Bit late with results for this one. This is the 5th year of this cross country fell race that was won by Chris Patterson from Ashbourne RC with two Striders hot on his heels.

2nd Rob Donald 35:55
3rd Kenny Malton 36:15
6th Shaun Cooper 37:41
26th Gayle Gamble 43:52
48th Dave Keegan 50:59
49th Robin Hutchinson 51:24
64th Chris Purslow 55:01
74th Chris Donald 61:02

Ricky’s Race – Thursday 8th August
Another late result. Looks like some of you had a busy week and another excellent run from Rob and Kenny

4th Rob Donald 31:30
6th Kenny Malton 31:54
10th Marcel Darling 33:24
12th Steve Hawkins 34:09
38th Gayle Gamble 38:37
94th Chris Purslow 48:40
106th Chris Donald 54:39

Piggs Trophy 10K – Wednesday 14th August
An excellent turn out from the Striders with 23 out of 114 runners. The race organised by Rolls Royce Harriers starts just across the road from Mickleover Sports Football Ground and heads off down the local lanes before returning on the path of the old railway line finishing near the Great Northern pub

Some very good runs too with 3 of our runners in the top 10 with Sam Pearch top Strider in 2nd place

2nd Sam Pearch 35:19
4th Kenny Malton 36:48
8th Rob Donald 38:25
19th Luke Stevenson 40:30
20th Gareth Brown 40:37
22nd Matt West 41:14
23rd Marcel Darling 41:16
28th Ian Crompton 42:26
29th Ian Bell 42:45
30th Richard Hill 42:57
31st Paul Brunt 43:13
33rd Darren Sheppard 44:28
35th Roy Hobson 44:33
41st Andy Sayers 45:47
45th Kev Milwain 46:27
52nd Andy Bradley 47:10
63rd Neil Rigby 49:16
69th Julie Stevenson 51:10
75th Ian Barker 52:13
76th Dave Nunn 52:13
95th Christine Donald 58:02
110th Fiona Corden 1:07:10
111th Alison Nunn 1:08:33

Leek Half – Sunday 18th August
It was a weekend of tough races for the Striders with 11 of you tackling the challenging Leek half-marathon which features one big climb from Tittesworth Resevoir, and two more climbs near the finish.

First back for Striders was Martin Kerr, coming 11th overall in 1 hr 26 min followed by James Walker 1:31, Gareth Brown 1:31, Matt West 1:32, Sam Amps 1:38, Neil Hancock 1:39, Wayne Stevenson 1:46, Neil Rigby 1:56, Julie Stevenson 1:59, Dave Keegan 2:03 and Steve Wells 2:13.

Also, the men came 3rd in the team event, with the first four men scoring. This was a tremendous performance, considering that many top clubs from the area were competing.
Belper Rugby Rover – Sunday 18th August
An even larger group of Striders completed the 30km Rugby Rover, an extremely tough cross country race covering Alport Hill and Shining Cliff Woods near Belper, featuring stunning views across the Derwent Valley.

First back was Shaun Cooper in 2 hrs 18 min, followed by Marcel Darling 2:19, Ian Crompton 2:38, Richard Gray 2:50, Cathy Clifford 3:31, Andy Bradley 3:33, Rachel Farrow 3:33, Rachel Smith 3:37, Jez Smith 3:38, Paul Webster 3:38, Tracey Hepburn 3:40, Jennifer Nix 3:41, Vicky Hutchinson 3:41, Claire Hirons 3:44.
Snowdon Race Saturday 21st July
4 striders made the 3 hour journey over to Llanberis for the 38th Snowdon International (fell) Race at a mere 10 miles (5 up, 5 down) and 3300ft of ascent this was meant to be a bit of fun. But with the scorching heat it proved quite tuff but a really good day out. With 600 entrants and international runners representing all of the UK, I think we all made a good effort in representing the Striders, so 1st in for us in 85th position in 1hr:32 was Steve Hawkins (he also would have been 9th in V40 class if he wasn’t called James Walker), 109th 1hr:35 Rob Donald, 156th 1hr:39 Marcel Darling and 224th 1hr:45 Shaun Cooper.  Followed by a paddling in the lake after, some of us even made it on TV too.
The Dave Nunn 5K, 10K, 15K, 20K – Thursday 19th July
Good to see so many of you supporting the clubs event again and a big thanks to Dave for organising yet again.

5K Results (8 runners)
1st in was Clodagh Holmes 22:18, Roy Hobson 23:12, Samantha James 24:19, Kelly Craven 25:07, Lee Meakin 25:21, Sam Barker 29:05, Fergus Holmes 29:19, Joy Holmes 29:26.

10K Results (12 Runners)
Neal Realy 38:55, Alec Care 40:00, Darren Sheppard 43:42, Ian Crompton 47:38, James Really 48:49, Dave Keegan 54:34, Rachel Farrow 54:59, Silke Krieger-Ford 58:10, Margaret Cowling 58:21, Steve Ainsley 70:55, Alison Nunn74;02, Fiona Corden 74:02.

15K Results (2 Runners)
Neil Rigby 1:23:29 & Andrew Powell 1:23:42.

20K Results (6 Runners)
Kenny Malton 1:30:54, James Cunningham 1:34:15, Matt West 1:35:34, Andrew Simons 1:37:34, John Thornton 1:48:15, Christine Purslow 2:09:48.
Holme Moss – Sunday 14th July
One Strider made it up to the toughest race in the headbanger calendar this year, without letting anyone else know, sneaky.  This is a very hard 17 mile, 4500ft championship course which is a seriously tough run. So coming in an astonishing 3hr:23 in 13th overall was the very in form Kenny Malton, awesome effort. The things you guys do for points.

Also well done to Kenny & Andrew Powell for their results in the Saunders Mountain Marathon the previous week.
Black Rocks – Wednesday 10th July

3rd overall 39:40 Rob Donald

4th overall 40:22 Kenny Malton

15th 44:49 Andrew Powell

40th 49:32 Paul Brunt

1st female back for the Striders in 50th and 2nd woman overall in 50:40 was Gayle Gamble

53rd 51:44 James Realey

75th 59:32 Robin Hutchinson

77th 59:56 Christine Purslow

82nd 1:08:05 Christine Donald
Masters Relays at Moorways – 10th July
The Striders had a couple of teams the womens 35 team compridsing of Pascale, Elaine & Julie Stevenson were 3rd and the mens team Dave Thornton, Roger Booth & John Thornton were 2nd in their relay.
Cotswolds 100 mile Ultra Marathon – 28th June
Well the same two lunatics were at it again, believe this was a birthday present. Shaun Cooper & Alex Buckley completed the 100 miles in 25 hours and finished in 24th Position. Awesome effort guys, just a warm up for the Thunder Run on Sat  27th July in Catton Park near Burton on Trent.
Wirksworth Trails & Tunnels 10k – 5th June
In 44th position Dave Keegan got round in 50:55.
Derbyshire Schools Athletics Meeting
Clodagh Holmes was 3rd in the Junior 1500m, well done.
Colin Potter 10k
In the Colin Potter 10km run at Darley Park on Fri 5 July, Martin Kerr from Shelton Striders won the race, coming first in a super time of 35 mins 52 sec.  Pascale Holden was 3rd lady home in 45.35.

Other times were Steve Emerton 38.20, Steve Pezutti 38.57, Jan Pudlowski 43.22, Ludovich Floch 44.54, Ciaran Guilfoyle 45.13, Neil Hancock 45.21, Dave Askew 50.16, Neil Rigby 52.38, Cath Rowe 55.30, Lucy Marriot 56.38, Lee Meakin 58.10, Alison Pickering 58.31, Angie Ljubojevic 59.21, and finally, and in very last place, was Shaun Cooper in 1 hour 20 minutes 31 seconds.

The race is a two lap run from Derby Rugby Club.
Brooksie Bash Long and Short 30th June.
Short event
Pascal Holden was the first  home on 1:14:03, followed by Martin Kerr 1:14:09, Gayle Gamble 1:14:15, Robin Hutchinson 1:20:13, Tracy Hepburn 1:20:37, Lindsey Buckley  in 1:50:10 choosing this race to increase her distance.

Long Event
Kenny Malton was first back in 1:42:54, followed in by Rob Donald in 1:43:38, and Steve Hawkins 1:44:38, Gareth Brown 2:01:09, Matt West 2:03:20, Sam Amps 2:03:27, first lady home Cathy Clifford with Richard Bowe in 2:43:20, the Chris’s Donald and Purslow 2:45:47, and Paul Webster, Kelly Craven and Sean Cooper in 2:45:50.

But a special mention needs to be made to Alex Buckley and Sean Cooper as they had just completed a 100 mile race the previous day with support by Lindsey B, Alex started the Short race and thought better of it, but Sean completed the Long event.
Riber Run 25th June.
Just 5 Striders completed the 5 Mile fell race, 1st home in 4th place overall Rob Donald in 33:27, with Kenny Malton 7th in 35:10, Andy Powell was 37:29,  Sam Amps 41:47 and Paul Brunt 43:10.
Long Eaton 5 miler & Fun Run – Sunday 23rd June
Luke Stevenson was first back in the 5 mile road race in 33 min 29 sec.  Followed by Andrew Sayers 38:51, Steve Baxter 41:36, Lucy Marriot 43:11, Alison Pickering 44:21, Alyson Woodcock 46:29, Beverley Baxter 49:23, Julie Stevenson 49:23.
Long Eaton Fun Run – Sunday 23rd June
Two new people to the club and their 1st race were Sasha Moor and Gemma Robison who entered the Long Eaton fun run. Gemma came 17th and Sasha came 18th. They both did it in 15 minutes. Well done and welcome aboard.
Shrewsbury Half Marathon – Sunday 23rd June
Looks like you all had a good day out, lots of feedback on Facebook. Sam Amps was first back in a PB of 1 hr 33 min, followed by Paul Brunt 1:39, Cathy Clifford, 1:49, Richard Bowe 1:50, Neil Rigby 1:51 (PB), Steve Cartwright 1:55, Steve Wells 1:55 (PB), Claire Hirons 1:56 (PB), Dave Nunn 2:01, Victoria Searby 2:21, Harriet Nunn 2:36.
Kinder Trog  – Sunday 23rd June
With some really tough condition up in the peaks made a interesting race on the top of Kinder. Robert Donald was first Strider back in 2 hrs 12 mins in the Kinder Trog, a 16 mile fell race.  Followed by Marcel Darling 2:17, Kenny Malton 2:20, Steve Hawkins 2:27, Sandra Butcher 3:25, Christine Donald 3:46 and Christine Purslow 3:46.
Hairy Helmet – Friday 14th June
Both men and women’s veterans claimed stunning victories in the “Hairy Helmet” relay in Darley Park on Fri 14 June. In the veteran category, average age needs to be at least 40. The women’s team was Tracey Hepburn, Claire Hirons, Anjie Ljubojevic and Pasale Holden. The men’s team was Marcel Darling, Matt West, Sam Pearch and Steve “The Hawk” Hawkins. Also, Striders’ mixed teams came second and third in the super veteran category (average age at least 50). Teams were Paul Brunt, Cathy Clifford, Elaine Quince, John Thornton; and Christine Purslow, Christine Donald, Graham Donald, Louise Surgay.

In total we had nine teams so well done on turning out and showing the club colours.

The teams & Overall positions of 148 were: Shelton Striders 5th, Don’t give the hawk beer 6th, Shelton Strikers 26th, Shelton Stragglers 29th, Shelton Super Vets 45, Shelton Strifers 73rd, Old guys rule 106th, Shelton Streakers 110th, 7 Shelton az beenz 119th. Fantastic effort girls & boys. lots of photos on facebook, beware the pink shorts.
Loughborough Half Sunday 9th June
At the Loughborough half marathon, Matt West finished in 1hr 27m and Darren Shepherd in 1 hr 35 a new PB too, I believe.
Potters Half – Sunday 9th June
In Stoke-on-Trent, there was the Potters Arf, a half marathon finishing at the statue of Sir Stanley Matthews. Shaun Cooper was first Strider in 1 hr 26, followed by Cathy Clifford 1:52, Steve Cartwright 1:53, Dave Keegan 2:00, Neil Rigby 2:00 and Dave Nunn 2:06.
Carsington – 7 Sunday 9th June
The Carsington 7.7 mile was a circuit of the resevoir, with Steve Pezutti coming 7th overall in 51:13. Followed by Heather Turley 68:10, Vicki Hutchinson 69:40, Jennifer Nix 70:30, Louise Hart 71:37, Lorraine Shenton 80:38.
Baslow Boot Bash – Saturday 9th June
In the Peak District, Chris Donald, Sandra Butcher, Chris Purslow and Paul Webster completed the Baslow Boot Bash, an extremely tough 26 mile cross-country, in 7 hrs 7 min.
Castleton Fell Race – Friday 7th June
5 of us arrived in the nick of time on the very warm evening for this local classic fell race up over lose hill and mam tor. With the usual suspects there and a new face (Alec Care) having a go at his first fell race and quite a toughy. In a very strong field of 300 runners was Rob Donald in 22nd in 49:00 followed in by the every improving Kenny Malton in 46th in 53:17, Marcel Darling not quite able to catch him in 47th 53:32 and Alec Care 48th in 51:59 hot on his heels. Shaun Cooper jogged round with the Potters Half in mind. Overall, a very good result for the Striders. No hyperthermia this year.
Canix Cross Country Cannock Chase – Sunday 9th June
On Cannock Chase, Silke Kreiger-Ford completed the Canix Cross-Country, with dog, Cara and came second in her class just behind the leader.
Peats Wood – Sunday 2 June
10 Striders made they way over the this regular event by David Denton, It was pretty warm and the 1000ft of ascent seemed alot tougher than normal with a fantastic run and first back in for the club and 6th overall was Rob Donald in 33:51, following in 10th Kenny Malton in 35:13, 13th Marcel Darling 35:40, 27th Paul Brunt 41:48, First female Strider back in 29th was Gayle Gamble 42:10, 30th Ciarran Guiolfoyle 42:42 (first fell race I think), 56th Robin Hutchinson in 51:41 and the dynamic duo Christine Purslow & Christine Donald in 58th & 59th 52;30 & 53:35. I must also say well done to Ciarans son Tristan who did the 1.6 km race in 8:11 and is just starting running. As with most fell running refuelling of vital resources took the form of beer in the Bear again & Christine’s flap jack. Brill mornings work to all that took part.
Buxton Half Marathon – Sunday 27 May
Six Shelton Striders set out to the beautiful High Peaks of Buxton to partake in the Buxton Half Marathon. James Cunningham, Cathy Clifford, Pascal Holden and Team Stevenson (Luke, Wayne & Julie) all took part on a really hot Sunday morning. The course was extremely tough consisting in the start being a 2.7 mile climb. The course continued to be very up and down and the scenery was stunning. The ascent was 1550ft in total (it felt like it!).

First in for Striders in an impressive time of 1.33 was James Cunningham, followed by Pascal Holden 1.44, Luke Stevenson 1.47, Cathy Clifford 2.01 and Wayne & Julie Stevenson finishing together in 2.03. The T-shirts said it all – “Its a killer”! Hats off to everyone who took part, it wasn’t easy in that heat….not sure I’ll be doing that one again in a hurry!!

Report from Julie Stevenson, thanks need more of this from you guys & gals.
Windermere Marathon – Sunday 19 May
You guys are getting about a bit, Neil Hancock made the journey north for this tough marathon. He got round in an impressive 3:52:12 in 187th place overall out of 700+ and was 30th in his age class.  Great scenery I hear, well done Neil

Eyam Half Marathon – Sunday 19 May

7 Striders decided to brave the hills for some not so easy championship points, some didn’t know how hilly. First back in 12th was Marcel Darling 1:29:33, followed in 26th Matt West 1:33:32, First female strider back in 128th was Pascale Holden 1:47:44, 271st Steve Cartwight 2:01:44, 320th Christine Donald 2:11:11, 322nd Christine Purslow 2:11:19 and 371st Fiona Corden 2:39:43. Must also say hi the Adrian Jacobs & Rachel Farrow who train with us, managed 74th 1:14:03 & 332nd 2:14:30 respectively. Well this was a really good day out, with a fantastically scenic run (including watching the gliders take off and land), community atmosphere and the finishing line funnel was right outside the pub which also had a BBQ. To top it off it was sunny and 20C what more could you want? No blisters !!

Keswick to Barrow 40 miles – Sunday 12 May
One Strider, Alec Care made the long journey up to Cumbria for this annual event, only having completed his first marathon late last year, Alec looks to be improving rapidly. So with an astonishing run of 6:28:26 and achieving 39th place of over 2000 finishers, think this is an awesome result, so well done.
Aston 10k & Fun Run – Sunday 12 May
Well not sure what is was like but hope you all had fun. It is good to see nearly 50 Striders at this local event that is always well support by us. So here are the results, which are pretty impressive so well done all. These are based on the official results therefore if they have not detailed you as a Strider then you will not appear, let James Walker know that you were there to get championship points.

Fun Run

Position

Name

Time

1

 Edward Baxter

14:29

2

 Chris Turley

15:25

5

 Jack Surgay

16:57

9

 Fergus Holmes

18:56

13

 Sam Rouse

19:57

13

 Amy Rouse

19:57

15

 Thomas Boyd

20:03

17

 Lucy Anna Boyd

20:16

18

 Adam Crompton

20:57

19

 Ian Crompton

21:01

20

 Ethan Buckley

21:06

34

 Henry Surgay

24:02

35

 Louise Surgay

24:04

38

 Luke Pickering

24:30

65

 Ken Adams

42:45

65

 John Holmes

42:45

10K

Position

Name

Time

1

 James Walker

37:27

2

 Martin Kerr

37:33

5

 James Cunningham

39:48

9

 Kenny Malton

40:29

10

 Matt West

40:48

15

 Gareth Brown

41:58

19

 Shaun Cooper

42:42

44

 John Thornton

46:58

49

 Kevin Milwain

47:32

55

 Roy Hobson

47:56

56

 Adam Boyd

47:57

58

 Andrew Sayers

48:26

60

 Dave Keegan

49:05

62

 James Realey

49:11

63

 Dave Turley

49:20

67

 Steve Wells

50:09

70

 Kelly Craven

50:49

71

 Carolyn Dyall

51:19

72

 Silke Krieger-Ford

51:34

80

 Heather Turley

53:00

91

 Andrew Simons

55:11

98

 Alison Pickering

57:24

105

 Lorraine Shenton

59:09

106

 Don Robey

59:31

114

 Catherine Pearch

62:00

119

 Margaret Cowling

62:12

120

 Ann Adams

62:32

122

 Steve Baxter

64:21

123

 Beverley Baxter

64:29

124

 Lyndsey Buckley

64:32

126

 Steve Aynsley

69:23

127

 Gail Thompson

72:04

Rat Race 20 mile Obstacle Race- Sunday 12 May
Well not content with some easier championship points at Aston, Sam Pearch went for a Dirty weekend at Burghley for the “World Biggest Assault Course”. Comprising of 20 miles (easy for a 2:40 marathon runner) and 200 obstacles, maybe not for the faint hearted. Sam managed to get round in 5 hours ish, you’ll be a fell/ultra runner yet!! Cracking effort, guess you be ready for Eyam half next weekend then, no mud just hills.
Southwell 5K – Monday 6 May
He’s at it again. Not content with running the Uttoxeter Half on the Sunday, Dave (I run everywhere) Keegan completed this 5K race in 20th position out of 52 finishers in a time of 24:50.
Thunder Run 10k Canicross – Sunday 5 May
Silke Krieger-Ford was over at the Thunder Run at Catton Park near Burton for this 10k cross country event with her dog (name unknown, club vest on?) and managed to finish as 3rd female overall.
Derby 10K Winner
Many congratulations to Gloria Jervis, who has just been informed that she was the first Female V60 in the Derby 10K.
Woodhouse Eaves May Day Challenge – Sunday 5 May
On bank holiday Monday, a number of Striders braved the heat to run in this 13.6 mile cross country race in Leicestershire.

Rob Donald came 11th overall in 1:34. Followed by Luke Stevenson 1:45, Wayne Stevenson 1:46, Gayle Gamble, 1:51, Julie Stevenson 2:07, Christine Purslow 2:12, Vicki Hutchinson 2:16, Paul Webster 2:22, Christine Donald 2:22, Fiona Corden 2:47, Lee Meakin (again) 2:47.
Uttoxeter Half – Sunday 5 May
Cathy Clifford finished in 1:50, 2nd in her category. Dave Keegan finished in 1:56.
Lichfield Half – Sunday 5 May
Shaun Cooper came 12th overall in 1:24, followed by Darren Sheppard 1:35, Pascale Holden 1:44, Ciaran Guifoyle 1:47, Ian Barker 1:52, Steve Cartwright 1:53, Lee Meakin 2:18, Dave Nunn 2:18.

 

Manchester Marathon – Sunday 28 April
Matt West was the only Strider to take part in this event, he rewarded himself with a new PB of 3:05:04 which is 3.5 minutes faster than his previous time and qualifies him for a good for age entries. Half marathon PB next then?

Melbourne 12k Rabbit Race – Sunday 21 April
Results just in for this race:

 

6th Man Ian Crompton 51:29
14th Man Dave Keegan 58:41
21st Man Don Robey 70:17
4th Lady Julie Stevenson 60:49

Calendar Update
The Leek half marathon will be the Club Championship race on the 18th August, sorry its another hilly one, but has great views, and will be the last one, with the last 5 races being flat.
Race Information

Note that the Long Eaton 5 miler is on the 23rd June.
Derby 10K – Sunday 28 April
The Striders were out in force at the Derby 10k, as runners and marshalls. First back for the club was James Walker, 34th in 36:11. Followed by Martin Kerr 36:32, Chris Millet 37:58, Sean Cooper 38:12, James Cunningham 39:00, Luke Stevenson 39:02 (a PB, and 6th under 18), Neil Hancock 40:40, Jan Pudlowski 42:31, Darren Sheppard 43:05, James “The Rifle” Realey 45:03, Andy Sayers 46:55, Carol McCorkindale, first lady in 48:56, Steve Cartwright 49:23, Ian Barker 49:23, Carolyn Dyall 49:58, Dave Keegan 49:40, Dave Askew 50:08, Silke Krieger-Ford 50:17, Chris Purslow 52:15, Andrew Simons 53:51, Vicki Hutchinson 54:09, Louise Surgay 54:33, Alison Pickering 54:43, Cath Rowe 53:39, Don “Wan” Robey 57:22, Hayley Toone 57:0, Gloria Jervis 58:44, Jon Holmes 58:38, Neil Rigby 59:50, Lorraine Shenton 58:12, Lindsey Buckley 60:13, Steve Aynsley 67:29. Also Steven & Beverley Baxter out for their 1st time in a Striders top did 62:26, well done to all.

Fun Run
Well I haven’t been able to find any results yet but please let me know your result and I will pop it on website. However also in his 1st race as a Strider Edward Baxter was 5th overall, welcome and well done.

Look who managed to be on the video, the one person you don’t want to see but gets everywhere.Can you guess see http://www.sporting-futures.org.uk/derby10k.
London Marathon – Sunday 21 April
The famous pale blue & white stripes of Shelton Striders were out in force at the London Marathon. 17 Striders successfully completed the course on Sun 21 April. Many were doing their first marathon.

First back for the club in a personal best time was Steve Hawkins in 2hrs 45min, Roger Booth was 11th in the 60 – 64 category, in 3:14 and Julie Warner was first lady Strider in 3:40.

Other results were Steve Pezutti 3:02, Patrick Munro 3:06, Roger Booth 3:14, Dave Thornton 3:20, Alex Buckley 3:23, Shaun Cooper 3:29, John Thornton 3:39, Tracey Hepburn 3:59, Lousie Surgay 4:23, Richard Bowe 4:24, Christine Donald 4:26, David Lane 4:27, Fiona Corden 5:45, Alison Nunn 5:45, Dave Nunn 5:45.

It was a family achievement for the Nunns as their daughters Kerry and Harriet also completed the race with them as reported in the Derby Telegraph on 22 April

Derby Telegraph article
Kinder Downfall – Sunday 14 April
The latest race in the headbanger calender is Kinder Downfall at 10 miles and nearly 2000ft of ascent this is a hard run on any day. However with a virtually clear day but 30 mph winds this would prove to be a real test of strength and determination.

Six Striders had pre-entered the full to capacity race (a note to enter early) to see what the day would hold for them. I saw them about a mile in from the start of the first climb (photos on facebook shortly) and they were all smiles (James Walker in 7th Overall). I caught up with them again at Edale Cross 3 miles from the finish having made a start on the descent from Kinder, well they were looking rather battered but at least they had the wind behind them.

First in for the club (in just a vest!!) was James Walker: 29th, 1:23:13 which is a very respectable time given the conditions, followed in by Rob Donald 68th in 1:29:02.

First woman back in for the Striders was the very in form Gayle Gamble 198th in 1:47:54, followed in by Kate Wray 228th in 1:52:50. Christine Purslow in 280th in 2:14:03 and Sandra Butcher 282nd in 2:15:12. I think they benrfitted from my encouragement over the last 3 miles in, they will tell you differently. Thanks for the coffee & cake ladies but i’m not waiting for you next year, freezing but a really good event.
Wakefield 10K & Fun Run – Sunday 14th April
Following up last weeks perform the Pearch family were out in force. Sam came in 12th overall in 34:56. Whilst the kids, Callum & Bethany (new members this year) run the 1k. Callum got round in 5:30 & Bethany did 6:06. Looks like they run like their dad, rather fast.
Bournemouth Half Marathon & 5K- Sunday 7th April
Sam Pearch says he is not in good form but managed a mere 1:17:03 and was 5th overall in the Bournmouth half. Sam’s better half Cath ran her first 5k whizzing round in 30;13, well done to the Pearch family.
Four Inns Challenge – Saturday 6th April
Two of our Striders, Wayne & Luke Stevenson were members of the 3 man team, the ‘Banana Splits’ who were 10th/11th overall? in a mere 10 hours 6 mins. Don’t be fooled this is a 40 mile off road event over some of the roughest terrain in the peaks and Luke is only 16. This is a seriously impressive time guys, don’t think there are many in the club that could/would want to even do this. You may not remember but the Striders had a winning ladies team in 2011. Awesome result Banana Splits. Whats next Luke ‘Lakeland 50’, just kidding.
Stafford Half Marathon – Sunday 17 March

Yes he is off already, Dave Keegan was the only Strider to make it over to Stafford on this cold & dry day. Dave was 1088th of 2071 finishers and managed 1:54:07 and was the 8th in the V60 class.

Ashby 20 – Sunday 17 March

It was cold and wet, but this did not stop thirty Striders from completing the Ashby 20 mile road race. Many of whom are training for the London Marathon in April.

First back in 25th place was Steve Hawkins in 2 hr 7 minutes while John Thornton was 2nd fastest over 60.

Results – Patrick Munro 2:14. Marin Kerr 2:16. Steve Pezutti 2:16. Matt West 2:17. Paul Brunt 2:19. Gareth Brown 2:23. James Cunningham 2:27. Shaun Cooper 2:27. Neil Hancock 2:34. John Thornton 2:37. Wayne Stevenson 2:41. Moira Birch, first lady in 2:41. Wendy Weawall 2:42. Julie Warner 2:52. Tracey Hepburn 3:03. Richard Bowe 3:03. Christine Donald 3:06. Louise Surgay 3:06. Christine Purslow 3:12. Dave Askew 3:20. Paul Webster 3:25. Chris Sexton 3:27. Several ran together, finishing in 3:57 – Steve Cartwright, Fiona Corden, Lee Meakin, Kerry Nunn, Dave Nunn, Harriet Nunn and Alison Nunn
Wirkworth Incline – Sunday 17 March
Six Shelton Striders completed the Incline, – James Walker – 28.09, Luke Stevenson – 31.38, Ciaran Guilfoyle – 33.58, Katie Wray – 34.16, Stephen Wells – 37.58 & Julie Stevenson – 38.05. Getting ready for the headbangers?
Newton Fraction Half – Sunday 10 March
Four Shelton Striders completed the New Fraction half marathon, near Grantham on Sunday March 10th 2013, braving a very cold east wind.

Julie Stevenson 1.56.23 264th
Dave Keegan 2.01.42 301st
Dave Askew 2.01.45 302nd
Vicky Hutchinson 2.02.59 (PB) 306th

Holly Hayes Wood XC – Sunday 3 March

 

Congratulations to our Ladies team who finished top of Division 2 of the Derby Runner XC League and will therefore be competing in Division 1 next year. The course at Holly Hayes was slightly less muddy than in previous years and Gayle Gamble was the first lady back as the ladies finished 3rd in the final race of the season but managed to finish above their closest rivals Derby Tri to clinch the top spot. Also well done to Pascale Holden who was the top Lady V40 over the 6 races

Ladies Results

Pos Time First name Surname
9 33:51 Gayle Gamble
33 37:28 Rachel Smith
35 37:44 Carolyn Dyall
45 38:51 Julie Stevenson
65 41:46 Christine Purslow
66 41:54 Sandra Butcher
70 42:36 Christine Donald
90 50:14 Lindsey Buckley

There was also another good showing from the men who finished second at Holly Hayes to their closest rivals Beaumont, which meant a second place finish in Division 2 with Beaumont coming top. First Strider back was Sam Pearch in 5th place with Martin Kerr pushing him all the way to finish 6th a second behind

Mens Results

Pos Time First name Surname
5 27:09 Sam Pearch
6 27:10 Martin Kerr
31 29:01 James Walker
35 29:12 Stephen Hawkins
41 29:31 Robert Donald
60 30:11 Shaun Cooper
74 31:04 Ian Crompton
118 33:48 Ciaran Guilfoyle
122 34:06 Paul Brunt
124 34:10 Ludovic Floch
128 34:16 Wayne Stevenson
145 36:01 Dave Turley
150 36:47 James Realey
168 38:46 Stephen Wells
169 38:51 Robin Hutchinson
172 39:12 Dave Keegan
195 42:35 Paul Webster
198 44:09 Dave Nunn

Weston 5M & Fun Run – Sunday 24th February

Not as big a turn out as last year, it was freezing but dry. Was it warmer running or watching?

It was good seeing such a wide selection of Striders in action and a few PB’s, both Luke & Julie Stevenson. Any others let me know.

Fun Run
As you can see a massive well done to Clodagh on a very impressive result, watch out adults. In addition there were a number of very tiny members flying the clubs colours and I think it may have been the first race for some, so a massive well done to you all as well.

Pos Time Name
2 13.24 Clodagh Holmes
7 14.31 Adam Boyd
11  15.38  Jack Surgay
16  16.55  Thomas Boyd
24  17.18  Fergus Holmes
25  17.20  John Holmes
31  18.46  Joy Holmes
35  19.22  Adam Crompton
36  19.23  Ethan Buckley
37  19.25  Ian Crompton
42  18.29  Lucy Anna Boyd
47  21.13  Rose Buckley
48  21.13  Alex Buckley
58  22.06  Pirran Holden
60  22.10  Henry Surgay
61  22.10  Louise Surgay
68  23.58  Sam Worthington
69  23.58  Joseph Worthington
70  23.58  Paul Worthington

I would like to extend our congratulations to Sam’s wife on her result and maybe we will see you training with us soon. We never see Sam..

34  19.21  Catherine Pearch

Team Results
Well done to Martin, Luke, Gareth & Kenny on obtaining 3rd team overall.

5 Mile Results

Pos Time Name
7  28.50  Martin Kerr MS
20  31.06  Luke Stevenson MJ
28  31.38  Kenneth Malton MS
49  33.03  Gareth Brown MS
52  33.25  Ian Bell M40
68  34.40  Pascale Holden F35
71  35.02  Shaun Cooper MS
72  35.03  John Thornton M60
75  35.17  Ciaran Guilfoyle M40
104  36.57 Chris Turley MJ
110  37.18 James Realey MJ
121  38.00 Andrew Sayers MS
130  38.30 Stephen Wells MS
135  38.42 Dave Turley M40
145  39.38 Steve Cartwright MS
146  39.42 Julie Stevenson F35
165  41.09 Andrew Simons M60
168  41.19 Silke Krieger-Ford F35
181  42.47 Christine Donald F45
205  47.19 Alyson Woodcock F45
216  49.17 Margaret Cowling F55
231  52.13 Lindsey Buckley F35
233  52.27 Steve Aynsley M60
237  54.22 Donald Robey M60

 

Fosse Meadows XC Sunday 17th Feb

Sorry for the delay in getting them , well down all 1 race to go!!

Years 1- 6

Position Name Club Year Time
17 Fergus Holmes Shelton 5 7.26
31 Ethan Buckley Shelton 1 8.48
38 Rose Buckley Shelton 4 9.49

Years 7-12

Position Name Club Year Time  
8 Clodagh Holmes Shelton 8 13.11 4th girl

 

Grown up’s

Pos Time First name Surname Club
9 35:30 Sam Pearch Shelton
35 39:17 Ken Malton Shelton
60 41:09 Ian Crompton Shelton
64 41:28 Luke Stevenson Shelton
103 44:00 Paul Brunt Shelton
127 45:39 Ludovic Floch Shelton
129 45:41 Wayne Stevenson Shelton
166 51:28 Robin Hutchinson Shelton
190 55:27 Paul Webster Shelton
5 44:04 Gayle Gamble Shelton
8 45:22 Pascale Holden Shelton
16 46:59 Kate Wray Shelton
24 48:47 Carolyn Dyall Shelton
46 52:34 Julie Stevenson Shelton
67 57:27 Sandra Butcher Shelton
95 72:13 Lindsey Buckley Shelton

Foremark XC Sunday 10th Feb

Years 1-6

Position Name Club Year Time
12 Fergus Holmes Shelton 5 10.57
16 Megan Emerton Shelton 4 11.19
27 Ethan Buckley Shelton 1 13.42
28 Rose Buckley Shelton 4 14.15

Years 7-12 

Position Name Club Year Time  
4 Clodagh Holmes Shelton 8 19.36 1st Girl
6 Luke Trickey Shelton 7 21.07  

Foremark XC Sunday 10th Feb
Well, a BIG well done to all that showed up, ran your guts out, helped with the tent and Christine P who brought the flap jack, delicious must have had 5 pieces. Here are the results for the grown up’s, kids to follow when I get them. This is still really confusing !!

Men: Finished 5th (we can do better,surely) on the day but are top of league 2 by 2 points.

Women: Finished 2nd on the day and are top of league 2 by 1 point. Massive result keep going!!

As a team we came 2nd on the day but are still top of league 1 by a single point over Hatton Darts.

Note; the team that beat us on the day was Hermitage who are top of league 2.

Guys, come on. Our girls are showing us how it should be done, we really need to be fielding a stronger team on Sunday 17th. I know there are some injuries but some of you are soooo good you can run on Saturday and Sunday, please turn up if you can.

 

Pos

Time

 First name Surname

10

35:28

 Martin Kerr

12

35:48

 Sam Pearch

32

38:24

 Marcel Darling

37

38:52

 Ken Malton

67

41:27

 James Cunningham

77

42:00

 Gareth Brown

88

42:56

 Ian Crompton

107

44:33

 Ian Millward

108

44:36

 Paul Brunt

143

47:46

 Ciaran Guilfoyle

160

48:51

 Stephen Wells

161

48:52

 Dave Turley

164

49:52

 James Realey

173

51:52

 Robin Hutchinson

182

54:47

 Dave Keegan

192

58:30

 Paul Webster

8

43:40

 Pascale Holden

10

43:59

 Gayle Gamble

18

45:45

 Kate Wray

26

48:15

 Rachel Smith

38

49:49

 Carolyn Dyall

55

53:04

 Heather Turley

63

55:13

 Christine Purslow

65

55:16

 Vicki Hutchinson

67

55:37

 Christine Donald

71

56:13

 Jenifer Nix

72

56:16

 Sandra Butcher

91

68:57

 Lindsey Buckley

Charnwood Hills Fell Race 3rd Feb.
On what was a cold and windy day, 6 of our Striders ventured out to the 14mile Charnwood event.

1st back and first lady for the club in 2:23:17 was Gayle Gamble, 2nd back and 2nd lady in 2:41:43 was Sandra Butcher, followed by the 2 Chris’s (Donald and Purslow) in 2:45:23, just ahead of 1st male back in 2:45:28, Rob Donald, whilst Dave Keegan came home in 2:54:47.
Bagworth Heath XC Sunday 13th Jan
Well, looking at the results I can see that numbers of runners has gone down since the first two races, was Christmas that bad. I know we have a few injuries so let’s see a proper Shelton turn out for the new XC date on 10th Feb. The results

The 4 little striders that completed the course were:

Kids Years 1-6

Position

  

Year

Time

15

 Fergus Holmes

5

6.29

36

 Ethan Buckley

1

8.25

39

 Rose Buckley

4

9.05

40

 Kian Webb

Recp.

9.26

The slightly bigger ones were:

Years 7-12

Position Name

Year

Time

12

 Chris Turley

11

11.34

13

 Clodagh Holmes

8

11.40

 

The overall results (so far) are:

Years 1-2 Boys

Ethan Buckley is 1st. Kian Webb is 6th.

Years 5-6 Boys

Fergus is current 4th

Years 3-4 Girls

Rose Buckley is 7th, Lucille Flock is 19th.

Years 11-12 Boys

Chris Turley is 2nd.

Years 7-8 Girls

Clodagh Holmes is 2nd.

 

Well done kids keep it going.

 

Now for the 27 grown up’s.

Ladies

Pos

Time

 First name Surname

13

41:29

 Pascale Holden

30

43:57

 Gayle Gamble

47

47:07

 Rachel Smith

53

47:33

 Julie Stevenson

72

50:28

 Heather Turley

79

51:17

 Lynne Nesbitt

81

51:30

 Christine Purslow

93

53:15

 Vicki Hutchinson

96

53:27

 Sandra Butcher

98

53:29

 Christine Donald

109

54:46

 Jenifer Nix

131

62:15

 Lindsey Buckley

Gents

Pos

Time

 First name Surname

9

33:58

 Sam Pearch

18

34:37

 Martin Kerr

34

35:57

 Stephen Hawkins

45

36:21

 Patrick Munro

52

36:49

 Shaun Cooper

60

37:14

 Ken Malton

84

38:56

 James Cunningham

118

40:48

 Paul Brunt

149

42:03

 Ludovic Floch

188

44:49

 Ciaran Guilfoyle

192

45:10

 Dave Turley

226

49:02

 Stephen Wells

232

49:41

 James Realey

236

49:56

 Robin Hutchinson

248

53:45

 Paul Webster

These are really confusing but will have a go.On the day

 

  • We slipped down to 3rd
  • The men were 1st in league two.
  • The ladies managed to beat the Derby Tri team (for the 1st time) to be 1st in league two, massive result.

The overall standings are:

  • Striders are still (just ) topping the overall team standing (both leagues).
  • The men are still 1st in league 2, we need to bet those runners from Beaumont in the next race.
  • The ladies are still 2nd in league 2, we need to get past the Derby Tri team in the next race.

A massive well done, it shows that it is not about been the fastest runner but what we do as a team and in the first instance we have to turn up
Peat Pit Woods Fell Race – Sunday 6th January
At the 8K Peat Pit Woods Fell Race at Alderwasley in Derbyshire, organised by David Denton, first Strider home was Luke Stevenson in 42 minutes 19, followed by Stephen Wells in 49:44 and Julie Stevenson in 49:48
Cannock Chase Trig Points Race – Sunday 6th January
Christine Donald, Sandra Butcher and Christine Purslow ran the 27 kilometres together to finish in 3hrs 21mins 58 seconds.

Race Results 2012

News 2012

Furnace Inn Fun Run – Wednesday 26th December
The weather for the annual Boxing Day Furnace Inn Fun Run couldn’t have been better. After all the rain, we woke to a beautiful sunny morning. This encouraged 177 runners to come and take part, many in fancy dress and loads from Striders.

A big thank you to the staff at the Furnace who were very enthusiasic and keen to help make it a success. I hope they stay in residence for a while as we have had so many changes of management over the last few years

My call for helpers was answered from Brian and Pam Budd, Steve Cartwright lead bike, Adam & Lisa Morris, Ken Keegan, Cathy and Andy Clifford, Wayne Stevenson and Roy Hobson all chipping in. Dorothy assisted by Sylvia Gristock did the business with the results inside the pub. Apologies if I have missed any one. I couldn’t have managed without your help.

Finally a big thank you to all those that contributed spot prizes, as ever Striders Never Let You Down.

All in all a VERY successful morning raising just over £390 for our charities.
Bolsover 10K – Sunday 16th December
Four Shelton Striders took part in the Bolsover 10K on Sunday. First back for the club in this popular event was the ever-improving Adam Morris in a new personal best of 43:47. He was followed by Andrew Sayers in 48.04 and then Dave (I run everywhere) Keegan in 49.39. The only lady to represent the club was Lisa Morris who finished in 56.08.
Keyworth Turkey Trot – Sunday 9th December
Thirteen Shelton Striders took part in the 30th running of the Keyworth Turkey Trot. This challenging half marathon on rural roads is always popular and the biting wind that greeted runners didn’t seem to have put anyone off, with 860 participants. First Strider back was Alex Buckley in 1:34:01 followed by Paul Brunt in 1:38:34 and Wayne Stevenson hot on his heels in 1:38:53. First Striders lady back was Pascale Holden in 1:40:57, with Wendy Wheawall in 1:49:17 and Heather Turley in 1:57:30. Further down the field, Striders Dave and Alison Nunn brought along their daughters Kerry and Harriet for their first half marathon. Dave and the girls all finished in around 2:25 with Mum Alison just behind in 2:28:39. The family is training for the Virgin London Marathon in April.

Striders Results:

Alex Buckley 94:01
Paul Brunt 98:34
Wayne Stevenson 98:53
Pascale Holden 100:57
Kev Milwain 106:28
Wendy Wheawall 109:17
Heather Turley 117.30
Louise Surgay 118.05
Chris Purslow 120:24
Alison Wynn 122:55
Chris Donald 123:19
Dave Nunn 145:35
Alison Nunn 148:39

The 12K of Christmas in Coalville – Sunday 9th December
Adam Morris came fourth in the 10K organised by Living without Abuse at Snibston Discovery Museum in Coalville. Note there was also a 2K fun run, hence the name of the event.
Sinai Park Cross Country 2nd December
The Striders were out again in force (39 of us) but some key figures were missing but that didn’t prevent us from doing really well and shows the strength of the team. The Striders are still the 1st overall team (league 1 & 2) even though we were the 4th team on the day. The men are still Top of league 2 and the girls are still 2nd in league 2, behind a very strong Derby Tri.

There were 3 Juniors flying the flag for the Striders, well done:

Position Name School Year Time
16 Fergus Holmes 5 6.39
19 Ethan Buckley 1 7.54
20 Rose Buckley 4 8.13

And the rest of you:

Pos Time First name Surname
18 35:07 Robert Donald
34 36:42 Marcel Darling
48 37:33 Shaun Cooper
54 37:52 Stephen Hawkins
82 39:53 Gareth Brown
83 39:54 Luke Stevenson
84 39:57 James Cunningham
90 40:33 Ian Crompton
94 41:00 Ian Bell
100 41:38 Chris Keegan
137 44:10 Ian Millward
141 44:21 Ludovic Floch
147 44:48 Wayne Stevenson
157 45:51 Paul Brunt
164 46:46 Ciaran Guilfoyle
171 47:24 Adam Morris
177 48:26 Dave Turley
216 52:52 Stephen Wells
221 54:07 James Realey
228 55:36 Robin Hutchinson
231 56:34 Paul Webster
238 59:49 Darren Bradley
10 45:40 Pascale Holden
15 46:07 Carolyn Dyall
42 52:49 Silke Krieger Ford
43 52:54 Julie Stevenson
50 54:40 Rachel Smith
51 54:41 Gayle Gamble
61 56:50 Heather Turley
73 58:42 Christine Purslow
80 59:49 Christine Donald
83 59:57 Sandra Butcher
108 67:00 Lindsey Buckley

Clowne Half Marathon Sunday 25th November
18 of us made the journey up to Clowne for the last race in the championship. With the previous days torrential rain just about gone things did seem that bad apart from the strong & gusting wind that only seemed present on the gruelling up sections of the route. That didn’t stop several of you getting PB’s Carolyn & Julie. In addition the men claimed the 1st team and a young chap, Luke who seems to be getting faster every week managed the youngest finisher in a mere 1:41(depressing for some of the older members !!). James Walker was the first Strider back in 5th place overall. Pretty good results all round i would say.

Pos   Time  Name
 5 1:18:22 James Walker
 9 1:19:22  Sam Pearch
 18 1:24:00 Stephen Pezzutti
 25 1:26:21 Marcel Darling
 58 1:32:22  Ian Crompton
 59 1:32:30 James Cunningham
 82 1:35:43 Janusz Pudlowski
135 1:38:32 Wayne Stevenson
166 1:41:34  Luke Stevenson
264 1:48:17 Catherine Clifford
282 1:48:54 Carolyn Dyall
357 1:54:00 Julie Stevenson
394 1:58:16 Christine Purslow
408 1:59:35 Heather Turley
429 2:01:50 Christine Donald
445 2:03:16 David Keegan
455 2:05:07  Dave Nunn
456 2:05:07  Ian Barker

Markfield XC Sunday 18th November
Well i’m stunned at the turn out (36 Striders) and comments on facebook, well done all, more mud in two weeks then !! A big thank you for all turning up and that was reflected in the results regardless of age & ability, THIS IS A TEAM RESULT. There are individual results for men & Women & then a combined league table. Basically we are 1st Club (overall leagues 1 & 2), 1st Men (league 2), 2nd women (league 2). Lets keep this going.

Well done to Juniors: Chris Turley, Lucille Floch, Rose Buckley & Ethan Buckley (I’m sure have missed some but don’t have any details of positions).

Here are the times and positions;

Pos Time First name Surname Club Sex Class
8 00:34:27 James Walker Shelton M
18 00:36:35 Sam Pearch Shelton M
24 00:37:03 Robert Donald Shelton M
29 00:37:32 Martin Kerr Shelton M
41 00:38:24 Steve Pezzutti Shelton M
42 00:38:25 Marcel Darling Shelton M VM40
53 00:38:58 Shaun Cooper Shelton M
54 00:39:03 Ken Malton Shelton M
60 00:39:17 Stephen Hawkins Shelton M VM40
75 00:40:29 Patrick Munro Shelton M
114 00:43:15 James Cunningham Shelton M
147 00:45:29 Ian Millwall Shelton M VM50
161 00:46:25 Ludovic Floch Shelton M
184 00:47:43 Wayne Stevenson Shelton M VM40
196 00:48:18 Paul Brunt Shelton M VM40
244 00:53:06 Ciaran Guilfoyle Shelton M VM40
269 00:55:15 Dave Turley Shelton M VM40
291 00:57:41 James Realey Shelton M U20M
310 01:00:56 Stephen Wells Shelton M
316 01:02:42 Ian Crompton Shelton M VM40
319 01:03:10 Paul Webster Shelton M VM60
336 01:07:11 Darren Bradley Shelton M
337 01:07:44 Dave Nunn Shelton M VM40
10 00:47:24 Pascale Holden Shelton F VL40
27 00:52:00 Carolyn Dyall Shelton F
40 00:54:22 Kate Wray Shelton F
43 00:54:49 Gayle Gamble Shelton F
65 00:58:55 Silke Krieger Ford Shelton F VL40
71 01:01:00 Julie Stevenson Shelton F VL40
92 01:04:05 Heather Turley Shelton F VL40
97 01:04:31 Christine Purslow Shelton F VL50
103 01:05:01 Sandra Butcher Shelton F VL60
107 01:05:49 Kelly Craven Shelton F
112 01:06:31 Christine Donald Shelton F VL50
128 01:09:33 Vicki Hutchinson Shelton F
163 01:19:23 Lindsey Buckley Shelton F VL40

High Peak Relay – Sunday 11 November
7 of our Striders travelled over to Cromford for the High Peak relay. Shelton Striders came 17th out of 20 teams. There were 8 legs of varying distances from Cromford to Parsley Hay and back again. The team consisted of Dave Keegan who ran two legs, Louise Surgay, Paul Brunt, Steve Aynsley, Rachel Smith, Jez Smith and Andrew Simons.
Leg it round Lathkill – Sunday 11 November
There were two Headbanger events this weekend. The shorter event was Leg it Round Lathkil a 7.1 mile fell race near Bakewell. Alex Buckley was first in around 55 minutes, followed by a tight race to the finish for Janusz Pudliowski in 58.13 and Luke Stevenson 58.14. First lady Strider was Gail Hutchinson in around 1.09 followed by Julie Stevenson in 1.11 then Chris Donald and Chris Purslow in around 1.20 with Fiona Corden who limped in with a twisted ankle, but completed the course finishing the Striders line up.
Roaches Fell Race – Sunday 11th Movember
A mere 5 striders turned up to the annual mud bath known as ‘The Roaches’. This year the event had been increased from 15 to 18 miles, this in turn had reduced the normal field on runners by half. The weather held out yet again and the mud & excrement were nowhere near as deep as previous years. This event is not to be under-estimated even for experienced runners, did not deter Sam Pearch from doing his first (proper) fell race, as well as the usual suspects to battle it out in the last headbanger of the year to determine who would be champion. The lead changed several times between the 3 main contenders (Shaun, Rob & Marcel) & 1st back in 20th overall was Marcel Darling in 2hrs 57, although the following results were not enough to prevent Rob Donald from winning the championship with an awesome run coming in 27th overall in 3hrs 01, followed in by Kenny Malton in 3hrs 10, Sam Pearch in 3hrs 12 & Shaun Cooper in 3:19.
Shepshed 7 – Sunday 4 November
The unstoppable Dave Keegan ran the Shepshed 7 in 54.07 and finished 211th out of 513 finishers
Dovedale Dash placings.
Finishing order of the race as follows, this includes Striders, ex-Striders and family of Striders

28th overall Rob Donald 32:35, Unknown, Kenny Malton, Alec Care, Luke Stevenson, Gareth Brown, Janus Pudlowski, Unknown, Pascal Holden 41:19, Jez Smith, Carolyn Dyall, Gayle nee Hutchinson, James Realey, Paul Brunt, Nick Purslow, Steve Wells, Dave Nunn, Robin Hutchinson, Rachel Smith, Christine Purslow, Christine Donald, Jack Surgay, Vicky Hutchinson, Fiona Corden, Hayley Ho, Shaun Cooper, Alison Wynn and her son, Alison Nunn, Harriot Nunn, and Julie Stevenson and her daughter.

If I have missed anyone, apologies, but let me know and I will add them to the results, and can anyone let me know who the 2 unknowns are! I will then post the full results.
Dovedale Dash – 4th November
For anyone that is doing the dash this weekend, as the organisers are not handing out finishing certificates at the finish, getting places for the league will be interesting to say the least, so can you make a note of your time, and anyone from the club who finishes near you, I will then try to decifer the info for the results. Thanks.
Spooky Sprint 10K – Saturday 27th October
Two of our newest members, Adam & Lisa Morris made it over to Nottingham to complete the race for Parkinson’s disease. Adam finished 28 of 225 in 46:58 & Lisa ran in 58:34, well done to the pair you. To see more of what these two get up to visit therunsite.com
Worksop Half Marathon – Sunday 28th October
6 Striders made it over to the 31st Worksop Half Marathon. First back and welcome back to the club after a year or so away was Januz Pudlowski in 1:33:32, Followed in by Dave Keegan in 1:50:30, Christine Purslow 2:00:38, Silke Krieger-Ford 2:04:23, Vikki Hutchinson 2:13:00 & Fiona Corden 2:23:06 again well done to all and nice to see the Shelton girls out in force this weekend. X-Country is looming.
Preston Guild Marathon – Sunday 28th October
Only 3 Striders made it up to the penultimate championship race of the year for the event that is only held every 20 years. First back was Matt (the points monster) West in 3:11 followed in by Roger Booth in 3:13 and won the vet 60 class and Patrick Munro in 3:22. A big well done considering the injuries that you have been running with.
Passing Clouds Fell Race – Sunday 28th October.
7 Striders made it up to this fast paced fell run around the roaches with reasonably good weather although cold & very boggy under foot. First back in 15th of 205 James Walker (must of thought it was a 10k!) in a very good time of 1:19:52 followed in by Marcel Darling 33rd in 1:24:48, Rob Donald 36th in 1:25:17, Steve Hawkings 44th in 1:28:05, Kenny Malton 58th in 1:31:30, Alex Buckley 65th in 1:32:37 & Ian Crompton 115th in 1:44:10. I think that we all enjoyed the event and atmosphere which was swiftly followed by food & beer at the 3 Horse Shoes to defrost. This is the first of a second yearly visit to the pub,the next one will be for the Roaches fell race in 2 weeks time. More details of times & positions to follow.
Snowdon Marathon – Saturday 27th October.
Most of the club seemed to have made their way over to Wales for this popular but tough event to celebrate Paul Webster 60th birthday, you must all be really into this running thing. Commiserations to those that had problems on the day, you are still mad for trying so a big well done to all and Happy Birthday Paul. If someone who did the race can pass more details I will put on the web site.

Catherine

Clifford

04:00:50

Wayne

Stevenson

04:17:59

Tracy

Hepburn

04:20:08

Kevin

Milwain

04:21:48

Paul

Webster

04:34:25

Claire

Hirons

04:46:08

Allan

Barber

04:54:31

Shaun

Cooper

04:54:30

Christopher

Sexton

04:58:42

Sandra

Butcher

05:06:57

Christine

Donald

05:06:57

Victoria

Searby

05:14:27

Hayley-Dawn

Ho

05:27:18

Palma 10K – Sunday 21st October.
Paul Brunt completed the Palma 10k on Sunday 21st October in a time of 49.56. It was a new course that went through the old town with many twists and turns along narrow streets and walkways, definitely not a fast course but an interesting one. It was a record field this year with over 9000 entries over the three races – 10k, half and full marathon. Well worth the trip with the added bonus of nice weather.
BUPA Great Birmingham Run – Sunday 21st October.
Meanwhile, the weather wasn’t so much of a bonus for the 18,000 runners taking part in the BUPA Great Birmingham Run half marathon on the same day. A lingering fog kept temperatures low which was a help once the run began but did make for a chilly start. Among the runners were two Shelton Striders – Philip Purslow ran an excellent 1.38.22 while Heather Turley finished in 1.59.31.
Dave Denton 5k (Championship Race) – Wednesday 17 October
Well done to all of those that turned out, as you may not know proceeds for these races go to charities that David supports in India. As suspected the racing snakes found they way down however where were the Shelton Girls, scared of running in the dark!! Note: There were several people not in club vests, come on this is your chance to do some advertising & is a condition for competing in the Championship, new members are forgiven.

Some of you also managed the Mile race as well, thanks for giving us a night off at the track and see you at Moorways on the 24th. The complete results for the Striders are:

Position Runner Time
 7 James Walker  17:01
 12 Martin Kerr  17:24
 25 Shaun Cooper  18:19
 27 Marcel Darling  18:22
 31 Luke Stevenson  18:52
 35 Mark Inman  19:01
 48 Matt West  19:45
 61 Jonathan Bird  21:13
 70 James Realey  22:04
 74 Adam Morris  22:29
 79 Dave Keegan  23:03
 82 Dave Turley  23:16
 83 Steve Cartwright  23:19

Chester Marathon – Sunday 7 October
Thanks to Paul Brunt for this report on the marathon and very well done

Ran the 3rd Chester marathon on 7th October 2012. This was my first marathon and I set myself a target of a sub 4 hour finish. I followed what I would call a less is more training approach, a long run about every week on top of the usual twice weekly club runs, to get the confidence that I would make it to the end injury free. The race went really well, with conditions ideal for a long run, a bit chilly at the start but the sun was shining and there was barely a breeze. The course was described as fast and mainly flat – mainly flat must be Cheshire speak for hilly as there was a few testing hills particularly on the second half of the course, which at that stage wasn’t fun! However the support around the course was fantastic and really helped spur me on to a 3:34:13 finish. A time with which I am extremely happy with.
Shelton Striders 10K & Fun run – Sunday 7 October
More than 300 runners took part in the Shelton Striders 10K race on Sunday. The race, previously known as the Merrill 10K, was organised by the running club from the Derby Canal Path near Boulton Lane, Allenton. The fast, flat race was won by Alastair Watson of Notts AC in 31:24, with Mark Powell finishing second in 33:04 and Stephen  Price of UK Net Runner third in 33:57. First Shelton Strider back was Shaun Cooper in 20th place in 37.48 while young Luke Stevenson posted a personal best in 40:14 to finish 44th while CheukShing completed the course in 47:27.

First lady back was Lisa Palmer of Heanor Running Club in 38:34 with Rachel Olivant of Derby AC next in 39:22 and Sarah Clarkson of Lichfield Running Club in 41:22. Shelton ladies were represented in the race by Alyson Woodcock (56:10), Sally Fox (57:46) and Lindsey Buckley (1:03:12).

With the club organising the race by itself for the first time, after years of partnership with Merrill College, most club members were involved in marshalling and organisation. Club chairman Graham Pickering said: “Feedback we have received suggests that the race went down well, and we’d like to thank everybody who took part and who helped in the months leading up to the race and on the day itself.”

The event also featured a two mile family fun run, which was won by Alec Stackhouse of Burton AC in 10:39 with Bailey Jones second in 11:37 and Shelton Strider James Realey third in 11:53. Next Strider to finish was Jack Surgay in 10th place in 13:09 while Owen Newham finished 13th in 14:35.
Tissington Trail Half Marathon – Sunday 7 October
Strider Kelly Craven took part in the Tissington Trail Half Marathon, finishing 125th in 1:54:10.
Golden Gates Gallop and Fun Run – Sunday 30 September
19 Striders were among the 101 runners who took part in the five-mile Golden Gates Gallop on Sunday. The race, which raises funds for Leukaemia Research, takes place in the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park. First back for the club and in third place in the race was James Walker in 28.45, followed closely by Martin Kerr in 28.55 and Rob Donald in 29.07

For the ladies, first Strider back was Liz Burgess in 36.43, 31st overall and fourth lady in the race. Next was Heather Turley in 41.08 and then Chris Donald in 42.58.

A two-mile fun run also took place at the event. First Strider home was Chris Turley in second place overall in 14.09, with James Realey hot on his heels in 14.13 to clinch third place overall. Fifth in the race and third Shelton Strider was Harry Trickey in 15.19.
Robin Hood Half Marathon – Sunday 30 September
Meanwhile, some club members opted to make the trip to Nottingham for the Robin Hood Half Marathon. First back for Shelton Striders was Darren Sheppard in 1.34.47. Next was Ludovic Floch in 1.35.49 while Carol McCorkindale achieved a personal best in 1.58.21.
Loch Ness Marathon – Sunday 30 September
Further a field, Dave Keegan took on the Loch Ness Marathon, which he completed in 4 hrs 12 mins and 5 seconds to finish 19th in his V60 age category.
New Forest Marathon and Half – Sunday 23 September
On a cold and wet Sunday morning Shelton Striders husband and wife team Wayne and Julie Stevenson made their way to the New Forest. Wayne opted for the full marathon, finishing 130th out of 577 runners in 3:41:57, while Julie took on the half marathon, finishing 790th out of 1597 runners in 1:55:24
Ashbourne Half and Fun Run – Sunday 16 September
16 Striders made up the 272 runners who took part in the challenging Ashbourne half marathon. Reigning club champion Sam Pearch led the club contingent in in 1:21:06 to finish fourth overall. Next was Steve Hawkins in 7th position in 1:24:53, while Steve Pezzutti completed the race in 1:25:41, 11th place. Two ladies represented the club. Cathy Clifford finished in 1:50:13 and Claire Hirons achieved another personal best in 1:59:41

The Ashbourne Lions Family Fun Run also had two Striders in the mix. Luke Stevenson finished second in 19:47 while Jack Surgay completed the course in 25:02, to finish in 27th place.
National Forest 10K – Sunday 16 September
Flying the flag for Shelton Striders at the National Forest 10K was Don Robey. This scenic off-road route takes runners along the Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail and the Ashby Canal. Don finished in 54:42.
Great North Run – Sunday 16 September
Four club members headed to Newcastle for the Great North Run. First back was Patrick Munro in an excellent 1:24:22 to get 335thplace. Close behind was Chris Millett in 1:24:33 in 345th place. Tom Purslow finished the race in 1:48:54 with Cath Rowe coming in in 2:00:11.
Colin Potter 10K – Monday 27 August
On Monday, the rescheduled Colin Potter 10K took place at Darley Abbey. The race was originally due to take place in early July but was postponed due to bad weather. First back for Shelton Striders and continuing an excellent run of form in fifth place overall was Steve Pezzutti in 37:50. Ian Crompton was next, in 40:45 (20th place), with Matthew West 25th in 41:11. First Strider lady back – fourth overall and first in her V35 age category – was Pascale Holden in 44:59, a great way to celebrate her 40th birthday! Carol McCorkindale completed the race in 53:55.
Bradbourne Fell Race – Sunday 26 August
On Sunday, five Shelton Striders took part in the 8.9 km Bradbourne Fell Race, organised by David Denton. Finishing 13th in the race and first Strider back was Rob Donald in 37:46, soon followed by Shaun Cooper, in 15th place in 38:49. Third Strider back was young Luke Stevenson in 41:31.
Burton 10K – Sunday 19 August
Six Striders travelled to Burton on Trent for the Burton 10K, organised by Hatton Darts. First Strider and fourth in the race was James Walker who finished in 35:27. Martin Kerr was the next Strider to finish, in 38:18, putting him in 13th place. Next in for the club was Liz Burgess in 48:59, 102nd place. A total of 260 runners took part in the race.
Belper Rugby Rover – Sunday 19 August
The hot sticky weather didn’t deter 21 Shelton Striders from taking on the challenging Belper Rugby Rover on Sunday. A total of 302 runners took on this hilly 30K course. First Strider back was Steve Pezzutti in 23rd place overall in a time of 2:22:23. Second Strider was Ian Crompton, 33rd overall in 2:32:27 with Steve Hawkins close behind in 38th place in 2:33:41.

First lady back for the club was Cathy Clifford in 3:23:41, 198th overall. Julie Stevenson posted 3:28:54 to finish 215th while Tracy Hepburn completed the course in 3:39:13, 241st. Several of the club members taking part in the race are preparing for the Snowdonia Marathon in October.

Ricky’s Race – 9th August and Headbanger update.
There were 6 striders at the Matlock AC race at Darley Dale. First home in 5th place was Rob Donald in 32.00, followed by Shaun Cooper in 35.06, Jonathan Bird in 38.10 and Alex Buckley in 38.11. Our first lady was Sandra Butcher in 47.06 followed by Chris Donald in 50.49.

Currently standings are Rob Donald is leading Marcel Darling and Shaun Cooper, all within 9 points of each other, and in the Ladies Sandra Butcher is leading Chris Donald by 3 points. But with 5 events still to go this could still change.

The Derwent River Relay – Saturday 7th July

We managed to put in 4 teams in to this 5km event held by Belper Harriers. The weather had already caused changes to the route (now 4.5k) but that did not deter many runners from local clubs from taking part, it was good to see a strong Shelton presence. The 1st leg started in blazing sun & humidity, the last finished in torrential rain. We all squeezed into the rugby club for a beer and a chat at the end. Thanks to everyone to took part and represented the club. Results with split times

Team 1 (vet): Pascale Holden: 17:35, Cathy Clifford: 19:44, Heather Turley: 20:52, Liz Burgess: 18:56. Overall time 77:07

Team 2 (vet): Dave Keegan: 19:33, Andrew Simons: 20:18, Kevin Milwain: 18:38, Marcel: 15:56. Overall time 74:25

Team 3 (vet): Marcel: 15:59, Ciaran Guilfoyle: 18:52, Paul Brunt: 17:50, Matt West: 17:30. Overall time 70:11

Team 4: Luke Stevenson: 16:33, Matt West: 17:27, Ludo Floch: 17:29, Patrick Munro: 17:01. Overall time 67:30
Riber Fell Race – Wednesday 27 June, 5miles 1000ft
Only 5 Striders made it to the Riber Run on this scorching evening that was very soft under foot. But that did not prevent some very good results in particular for Rob Donald who had competed in the Kinder Trog on the previous sunday. Rob 7th overall in 35:33, 11th Marcel in 38:15, very close behind Shaun 14th in 38:49, 76th Sandra Butcher 55:38 and 80th Christine Donald 59:41. The only question is where was everyone else?
Malvern Half Marathon – Sunday 24 June
1 Strider, Matt Bailey made it all the way over to this picturesque race around the Malvern Hlls, finishing 80th and setting a PB in time of 1:37 in a field of 575 runners.  Many of you do not know Matt but he ran the London Marathon on just 16 weeks training in a time of 3:32 which is pretty impressive. Maybe we will get to see him at some point!

Stone St Michaels 10K – Sunday 24 June
At the Stone St Michaels 10K there were 12 Striders in a field of 511 runners.  We were lucky that the bad weather had just about cleared, so we had good running conditions over a fairly flat course.  Sam Pearch was our first in 7th place in a personal best of 34:12.  Next were both Steve Pezzutti and Martin Kerr in 36:28, then Patrick Munro in 38:24 and Ian Crompton achieving his target of under 40 minutes in 39:44.  First lady for Striders was Pascale Holden in 42:53.  Cathy Clifford finished in 47:21, closely followed by Ciaran Guilfoyle in 47:37, Liz Burgess in 47:49 and Carolyn Dyall in 48:24. Dave Keegan finished in 50:16 and Heather Turley in 52:05

Kinder Trog – Sunday 24 June, 16miles 3500ft
There were 6 Striders at the Kinder Trog, weather conditions were generally dry, but with low cloud and wet underfoot after the rains, 1st back in 28th overall was Marcel Darling in 2:12:54, followed by Rob Donald in 2:19:19, Darren Bradley and Sandra Butcher 3:40:05, and the Christines Donald and Purslow in 3:58:00, the ladies all being 3rd in their respective categories.

Long Eaton 50 (51.7)
John Thornton and Harry Sloan completed the LE 50 miler on the 16th June in a touch over 10 hours on what was at times a wet day in 5th= overall.

Hairy Helmet Relays – Friday 15 June (confirmed placings)
We managed to field 3 teams in the second running of the event on what was a damp evening, fell shoes might have been more appropriate for the conditions.

Teams were, Ladies, Vicky Hutchinson, Fiona Corden, Cathy Clifford and Angie Lubojevic 2nd in category. Mixed, James Reilly, Andrew Simons, Vicky Hutchinson (again) and Sandra Butcher. Men, Ian Crompton, Ciaran Guilfoyle, Paul Brunt and Shaun Cooper, also 2nd in category.

Thanks For Vicky for stepping into the breach at the last minute to do 2 legs and for Shaun for taking the anchor spot for the men.

Full Sun Race
There were 11 at this years race, 3 men and 8 ladies.

Rob Donald and Paul Brunt were the first in, finishing together after some joint navigation, Darren Bradley was next in, after having a navigational issue in a field! Darren was closely followed by (he could hear them talking!) Cathy Clifford, Vicky Hutchinson, Fiona Corden, Sandra Butcher and Silke Kreiger-Ford-all finishing together! then by Judith Marriot and Carloyn Hopkinson.

Wincle Trout Fell Race
5 Striders ran for their supper at Wincle, Rob Donald was 7th in 41:35, followed by Marcel Darling 15th in 44:05, Sandra Butcher in 67:43, Christine Donald 71:47 and Fiona Corden 74:55.

Potters Arf – Sunday 10 June
The latest championship race was the “undulating” Potters Arf which includes the aptly named “Heartbreak Hill” at around 11.5 miles. Sam Pearch was first Strider home in 6th place in another fantastic time of 1 hour 17 mins 38 secs.  James Walker was next in 22nd place in 1:23:31.  A little further back were Matt West in 1:29:01 and Ian Crompton in 1:29:49, followed by Patrick Munro in 1:32:07.  Paul Brunt managed an excellent Personal Best of 1:35:40.

First lady Strider and second in F35 age category was Pascale Holden in another PB time of 1:38:52, second was Wendy Wheawall in 01:50:29 and third Louise Surgay in just 2 seconds over the 2 hour mark.  Our other finishers were Alaistair Boyd, Andrew Simons, Christine Purslow, Gareth Brown and Kelly Craven.

Long Eaton 5 – Sunday 10 June
First in on this popular 5 mile course for Striders was Luke Stevenson in a great time of 32 mins 55, followed by his dad Wayne, in 35:33 and then Ian Barker in 35:59, James Realey in 38:38 and Stephen Wells in 39:25.

First lady back for Striders was one of our newer members Vicki Hutchinson in 43:56.  Don Robey, Ann Adams, Margaret Cowling and Steve Aynsley also completed the run.

Castleton Fell Race – Friday 8 June
3 Striders made the journey out to Castleton on Friday for this 6 mile fell race with 1500ft of ascent. First home for the club in 15th place was Rob Donald in 50:59, followed by Marcel Darling in 54:14 and then Shaun Cooper in 62:39
Derby RSPCA Carsington 7 – Sunday 3 June
Cold, wet conditions didn’t stop Shelton Striders’ Luke Stevenson from an excellent performance at the Derby RSPCA Carsington 7 on Sunday. Luke finished eighth overall in 49.44, with Dad Wayne the next Strider to finish in 55.15. Cathy Clifford complete the course in 59.34 while Luke’s Mum Julie completed the Stevenson family line-up in 1:01:23.

Hairy Helmet Relay 15th June 6.15 for 7pm
We have 9 entrants (6men and 3 women) so far for the Hairy Helmet Relay on Friday 15th, teams are of 4, and you cannot run more than 1 leg per team, but you can run a leg in different teams, entry is £3 before per leg, or £4 on the night, signing on is at 6.15 for a 7pm start.

Oh, and there is a pint of beer for each entrant-when you have finished! Each leg is 2 and a bit miles around Darley Park, if you do the Wednesday night training, or the Boxing Day run, then you will know most the course. There were 67 teams last year, and many were corporate, so you will never be the slowest!

If anyone else wants to make a team, 3 more will make 3 teams, 7 will make 4! can they let me know by Monday night on the Hotmail address or call me, and if you have a preference of which leg you want to run, let me know, I will co-ordinate and send the entry on Tuesday.

Come on give it a try, here is the website http://www.hairyhelmetrelay.co.uk/

Chris Hopkinson 07739037890

Jubilee Garden Party on Friday 1 June

Normal club run but followed afterwards by our own little garden party at the club house. There will be Pimms, cucumber sandwiches, scones with cream and jam, fancy cakes. Please bring a contribution and PLEASE dress in red, white and blue or something suitable. I am trying to arrange for the queen to attend!!

All welcome, Royalists or not!

Burton 10
Twenty Shelton Striders took part in the Burton AC 10 mile race on Sunday. There were some solid performances despite the heat on this two-lap course which features a testing hill as well as some pleasant running through the Washlands. Sam Pearch once again led his club home in an impressive 58:07, to finish third overall. Next Strider back was Martin Kerr in 1:03:26 with Steve Pezzutti close behind in 1:03:48. The first lady back for the club was Pascale Holden in 1:15:23, with Cathy Clifford third in her VL45 category in 1:20:23. Third Strider lady was Heather Turley in 1:29:50.

The event also features a 2.25 mile fun run. Strider Chris Turley finished third in this event in 15:03.
Sheffield Half Marathon
Not content with 10 miles, some Striders opted to head north for the Sheffield Half Marathon. Chris Sexton finished in 1:53:25, with Tracy Hepburn in 1:59:34 and Claire Hirons achieving a massive personal best of 1:59:36.
Edinburgh Marathon
Hoping for cooler conditions Strider Kelly Craven headed to Edinburgh to take part in her first marathon. She completed the course in 4.23.21, narrowly ahead of Shaun Cooper who finished in 4.23.44.
Brooksie Bash Long and Short – Sunday 20th May
Update: Photos on Facebook courtesy of Andy Brooks

On a cool day 26 Striders in total completed the events, 12 in the Short and 14 in the Long.

Short Results.  Marcel Darling was the first arrival in 56:47 (a new record), followed by Kenny Malton 1:02:05 and Jonathan Bird 1:10:08. The first ladies were Kelly Craven and Carolyn Dyall who crossed the line holding hands in 1:21:57, followed by Chris Moyers in 1:24:04 then Chris Purslow, Claire Hirons and Chris Donald all in 1:24:12, Alison Nunn in 1:33:45, Carolyn Hopkinson in 1:33:47, and Dave Thornton, after being “fashionably” late to the start 1:37:10.

Long Results. Sam Pearch 1:41:25 just ahead of Rob Donald in 1:41:26, Ian Crompton 1:48:24, Paul Brunt sprinting in ahead of Gareth Brown in 1:50:55 and 1:50:57, John Thornton 1:55:02, Shaun Cooper 2:01:18, David Askew 2:12:54, Darren Bradley 2:27:17, Chris Sexton 2:35:42, Harry Sloan and the first lady Tracey Hepburn 2:36:27, and Paul Webster and Heather Turley in 2:37:40.

Thanks to Andy Brooks for the timekeeping
Aston 10K – Sunday 13 May
On Sunday 25 Shelton Striders took advantage of the fine sunny conditions (proving to be a rare treat for racing lately) to take part in the Aston 10K. This surprisingly tough multi-terrain race around the South Derbyshire village attracted just over 100 competitors. First back for Shelton Striders and in third place overall was Sam Pearch in 35:37. In fourth place overall and second Strider was Martin Kerr in 37:08 while young Luke Stevenson continued his impressive run of form to finish 10th overall in 42:02.

Meanwhile Shelton’s ladies managed to claim the top three ladies’ places, with Pascale Holden in 45:34, Liz Burgess in 48:01 and Wendy Wheawall in 48:23.

The 2-mile fun run also had a strong contingent of Striders, with 15 opting for the shorter distance. Nathan Hill was second overall in 15:04, with James Realey third in 15:08 and Adam Boyd fourth in 15:54
Hinckley Half Marathon – Sunday 13 May
Also on Sunday two Striders travelled to Leicestershire for the Hinckley Half Marathon. Dave Keegan finished in 1:49:30 and David Askew in 1:51:04
Belfast Marathon – Monday 7 May
We had 2 runners in the Belfast Marathon – Darren Bradley finished in 4 hours 11 minutes 01 second and Amanda Lewis in 4 hours 59 minutes 34 seconds
Woodhouse Eaves Mayday Challenge – Monday 7 May
There were 13 Striders in the results for the race, 1st Strider in 6th place was Rob Donald in 1:30:55 followed in by Ian Crompton 12th in 1:38:33 and Luke Stevenson in 1:39:56, 1st Lady was Julie Stevenson in 2:02:40, other finishers were, Paul Brunt 1:44:37, Wayne Stevenson 1:46:49, Dave Keegan 2:01:39, Sandra Butcher 2:18:07, Chris Donald 2:20:26, Chris Purslow 2:20:27, Vicki Hutchinson 2:25:07, Fiona Corden 2:25:16 and Alison Nunn 2:42:11. Apologies if there were any other finishers that went down as “entrant on the day” .

Well done to all.

Lichfield Half Marathon – Sunday 6 May

9 Striders made it to the race which turned out to be a good course and weather on the day. 1st back for the club with a new PB and a very impressive 2nd overall in the race was Sam Pearch in 1:14.43, 2nd back was Matt West also with a new PB in 1:26:26 (the clock never lies), 3rd James Walker, 4th James Cunningham, 5th Ludo Floch, 6th  Pascale Holden, 7th Cathy Clifford, 8th  David Askew & 9th Heather Turley, well done.
London Marathon – Sunday 22 April
Last weekend saw 19 Striders completing the “Biggest” event of our running year – The London Marathon.

First in for Shelton was Sam Pearch in an outstanding 2 hours 42 mins 13 secs (very similar time to last year).  Next up were Marcel Darling (3:02:43), Stephen Pezzutti (3:03:31) and Steve Hawkins (3:04:05).  Matt West was next in 03:22:00, followed by three gents doing well in their age category (60-64) John Thornton (3:29:57), Harry Sloan (3:29:57) and Roger Booth (3:30:32), followed seconds later by Shaun Cooper (3:30:41).

Next came our first ladies – Julie Warner (3:42:32) and Catherine Clifford (3:43:11).

Our remaining runners, all getting good times were:-  Alex Buckley (3:47:01), Dave Thornton (3:51:31), Philip Purslow (3:52:28), Wendy Wheawall (4:10:40), Judith Marriott (4:20:26), Chris Purslow (4:23:44), Ian Barker (4:38:02) and Chris Donald (4:38:17).
Kinder Downfall – Sunday 22 April
In a very different part of the country, 2 Striders represented the club in the Kinder Downfall fell race – 9.6 miles, 1970′ climb.  James Walker was our first in – 41st place in 1 hour 24 and Sandra Butcher completed in 2 hours 12.
Peat Pits Wood & Shining Cliffs Fell Race – Sunday 8 April
Easter Sunday saw Shelton Striders running off their chocolate at the Peat Pit Woods Fell Races in Shining Cliff Woods. There were two options to choose from – 10K or 5K.

The 10K had a total of 107 runners tackling the challenging course. First Strider back in fourth place overall was Rob Donald, finishing in 49.26. Shaun Cooper completed the course in 21st place in 54.42 while 15 year old Luke Stevenson continued to prove his form in 58.41. Leading the Strider ladies home was Luke’s Mum Julie Stevenson in 84th place in 1.10.30 while Sandra Butcher finished in 1.18.06.

The only Strider to compete in the 5km race was Jonathan Bird who finished 11th in 42.15
Dave Nunn’s 5K to 20K – Wednesday 28 March
Results for the latest championship race

Loughborough Half Marathon – Sunday 25 March
Three Shelton Striders took part in the Loughborough Half Marathon on Sunday and despite the warm weather all posted pbs. Darren Sheppard finished 47th overall in 1.33.04 while Darren Bradley finished 109th out of the 538 finishers in 1.41.25. Completing the Shelton line-up was Mandy Lewis in 2.12.57.
Stafford Half Marathon – Sunday 25 March
Meanwhile, four Striders travelled over to Stafford for the half marathon. The field for this race was much bigger with 1978 competitors. Leading Striders home was the irrepressible Dave Keegan who finished 10th in his M60 category in 1.51.33. Heather Turley completed the course in 2.02.39 with Lynne Chapman following in 2.12.33 and Lisa Tatem in 2.33.58.
Wirksworth Incline Race – Sunday 25 March
Sunday also saw Striders represented at the Wirksworth Incline Fell Race, a four miler with a 400ft climb from Wirksworth to Middleton Moor. First back for the club and 41st overall was Wayne Stevenson in 33.49. Wayne’s wife Julie Stevenson and club team mate Steve Wells finished together in 37.46 with Fiona Devine completing the race in 39.29
Ashby 20 – Sunday 18 March
29 Striders made it over to Ashby on a cool & wet morning for a bit of a run round, with some pretty amazing results. There were a few first timers at this distance and a few PB’s, especially Christine Donald who manage a mere 30 minutes off last years time. Well done all. Winter training must have gone well.

24 02:05:26 Sam Pearch
26 02:05:42 Stephen Hawkins
62 02:13:36 Patrick Munro
77 02:15:35 Gareth Brown
82 02:15:58 Marcel Darling
92 02:17:09 Matthew West
172 02:28:21 Ludovic Floch
181 02:29:35 John Thornton
250 02:36:18 Harry Sloan
252 02:36:24 Shaun Cooper
261 02:36:46 Wayne Stevenson
324 02:40:55 Catherine Clifford
351 02:44:36 Paul Brunt
376 02:46:33 Ian Crompton
379 02:46:42 Julie Warner
380 02:46:45 Elliot Davis
402 02:47:48 Moira Birch
408 02:47:56 Adam Leighton
424 02:48:58 Mark Warner
457 02:51:18 Ian Barker
559 03:00:13 Darren Bradley
643 03:06:54 Louise Surgay
648 03:08:15 Kelly Craven
654 03:08:48 Judith Marriott
657 03:09:02 Christine Donald
682 03:13:01 Chris Purslow
751 03:24:36 David Keegan
769 03:26:47 Stephen Wells
773 03:27:52 Amanda Lewis

Grindleford Gallop – Sunday 10 March
Don’t know much about the event other than 4 Striders made it back from 22 miles of off road goodness.

Jez Smith 4hr 11
Rachel Smith  4hr 13
Darren Bradley  4hr32
Amanda Lewis 4hr 32
Trafford 10K – Sunday 4 March
One daring Strider made it up to this high class event at Trafford Park coming in 64th position. James Walker managed to take over a minute off his previous PB, now a scorching 33:52.
Weston Run – Sunday 26 February
This week the Striders turned out in their masses as we had over fifty runners amongst the total of 310 at the Weston Run on Sunday.  Despite being a bit earlier this year, it was a beautiful morning with near perfect running conditions and the race was well organised as always.

5 of the top 10 runners were Striders, which means that Shelton won the team prize.  First in for Striders was James Walker in 3rd in 27.34, followed by Sam Pearch in 4th at 28.13.  8th, 9th and 10th were Martin Kerr, Steven Hawkins and Stephen Pezzutti all under 30 minutes.  Roger Booth won the M60 category in a time of 33.20, not far in front of Luke Stevenson who was fastest Junior male in 33.51.  First 3 Shelton Strider Ladies in were Pascale Holden in (4th female and F35 prize) in 35.29, followed soon after by Liz Burgess in 36.44 and Caroline Howells in 37.55.  Our final award winner was Graham Barrett in the M70 category in 41.24.

The winner of the Fun Run was Chris Turley in 12.58, in 3rd place was Nathan Hill in 13.39 and in 5th James Realey in 14.03.  These were followed up by another strong following of young Striders, many with supporting parents joining them.

Many of the team came away with PBs and all had a good day!  Well done Striders!
Derby Runner XC Final – Ullesthorpe (Sunday 19 February)
The final race of the Derby runner league took place at Manor farm, which was arguably the toughest XC race of the season with plenty of ploughed farms field to get through than has been the norm in recent seasons. Luckily there was a stream crossing towards the end to clean us up before finishing.

From over 200 male finishers James Walker finished 7th then followed by Rob Donald in 20th, both have been very consistent this season and received prizes during the presentation that took place after the race.

Other finishers were: Ian Millward, Paul Brunt, Luke Stevenson and Dave Turley.

From 90 female finishers: Caroline Howells, Silke Krieger-Ford, Julie Stevenson, Kelly Craven, Sandra Butcher, Chris Purslow, Carolyn Dyall, Christine Donold and Alison Nunn.

Luke Stevenson also won the Junior race with Chris Turley in 3rd place.

Hopefully next season we can get all our best guys out and get the men’s team promoted to the A-league as we arguably have one of the best men’s teams in the league! Think team commitment!

Presentation Prizes (For individual results of the first 5 races)

  • James Walker (2nd SM and 4th overall)
  • Sam Pearch (5th SM)
  • Rob Donald (6th SM)
  • Sandra Butcher (2nd V60)
  • Luke Pickering (Special Award)
  • Luke Stevenson (1st 11-12 Boys)
  • James Realey (2nd 11-12 Boys)
  • Chris Turley (2nd 9-10 Boys)

Prizes can be collected from James on a Friday, when he is next down the club!

Charnwood Hills – Sunday 5 February
Three of our intrepid Striders braved the snow to get to and compete in the Charnwood Hills Fell Race, a 14 mile event organised by Bowline Climbing Club – the only fell race in Leicestershire.

There were a total 289 competitors in the race.  Not put off by the conditions, Allan Barber put in a stirling effort and  took home the prize for 1st Vet 60, completing the race in 2:37, followed in by Dave Keegan in 2:47 and Sandra Butcher 2:55.

Wilmot Wander – Sunday 29 January
Nine brave Shelton Striders took part in Sunday’s Wilmot Wander, a 32 mile event around Derby organised by the Long Distance Walkers Association and open to runners and walkers. The route takes participants over strenuous hilly sections, field paths, parkland and canal towpaths.

First back for the club was Marcel Darling in 4 hrs 51 with team mate Shaun Cooper close behind in 5.06.

Next, a team comprising Harry Sloan, Alex Buckley and John Thornton, finished in 5.26.

Then 15 year old  Luke Stevenson did superbly to finish with Dad Wayne and former Strider Gary Cooper in 6 hrs exactly.

Completing the Striders line-up was Darren Bradley in just under 6.45.

(Official results are yet to be confirmed so these are taken from the runners’ own timings)

Club Presentation Night – Saturday 21 January
On Saturday 21st January Shelton Striders held its annual Presentation Night at Nunsfield House, Boulton Lane, Alvaston. Awards were handed out in several categories. The road race championship saw club members compete in 15 races, from the Weston 5 in March to the Worksop Half Marathon in October. 103 members took part altogether, and the club champions for 2011 were Sam Pearch and Pascale Holden. Pascale found out the same day that she has been selected as a reserve for the county cross country team.

The off-road Headbanger competition included some tough races including the Passing Clouds Fell Race and Kinder Trog as well as the Dovedale Dash and Roaches Christmas Cracker. This year’s winners were Judith Marriott and Shaun Cooper. The club also holds its own internal club handicap competition where members aim to improve on their individual times between legs of the competition. The two mile series was won by Andrew Simons while Kelly Craven took the crown for the four-mile event.

Younger members of the club were also rewarded for their efforts in the fun run competition – the club champions here were Adam Boyd and Jade Lewis. Club person of the year, nominated by members and voted for by the committee was Dave Turley and the club’s Unsung Hero for 2011 was Gail Thompson who provides wonderful behind the scenes support.