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Training 09/09 @ Hill 99

 

All Harriers including children are to meet at the Wellhill car park at the Culbin Forrest on the above night at 6.30 sharp for a training session. There will be no junior/senior training session at the Grant park on that night. See you all there!!

 

Nairn Half Marathon 21/8/10

 

185 competitors lined up for this years Nairn Games Half Marathon with 7 Forres Harriers included. The wind was behind for the first half but as the runners turned to come back, they were met by a strong wind and sunshine. Great weather for the spectators but hard work for the athletes. Well done to everyone who took part.

Forres results : Bob Paterson 1.22:18, Danny Bird 1:25:31, Lindsay Grant 1:37:07, Mark Priestly 1:37:30, Andy Wonnacott 1:42:21, Mike Milmoe 1:48:15, Anne Docherty 2:03:07

Full results can be seen on the Nairn Road Runners website

 

Dufftown 5k 15/8/10

On Sunday 15th August 4 Forres Harriers travelled up to Dufftown to take part in the Dufftown 5k.
This is a very well organised event run by the Dufftown Jog Scotland group.  The competitors are led to the start line on the
High St. by the local Pipe Band and the runners are sent on their way by the local 'Chieftan.'
The route is a series of left turns circumnavigating the town.  The last kilometre starts with  a long drag up the High St. before
turning right and making your way to the finish at the British Legion.
Last year the race attracted 60 athletes but on Sunday the entry was up by 60% with 98 finishers.
Best Harrier on the day was Douglas Cowie who finished 6th and the ladies team of Siobhan Evans, Susan McRitchie and
Kirstie Rogan won the ladie's team section who all came in 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively.

 

Training with a difference, Tues 10/08/10

 

Thanks to those Harriers who said they enjoyed their foray into the weird and wonderful world of orienteering. I hope it wasn't too much of a shock to those of you who don't do maps!

 

Here are the results, plus the 'split times' for each control. Ali McLeod, who's a member of the GB Under 21 Squad, came top of the list, but well done to Paul who beat him on a couple of controls. Ali's mum, Marsela, has represented Scotland in the Commonwealth Games on the track in her younger days and has a PB at 10K of 33 mins - that's where he gets his speed from. You'll also see her in the results.

 

If anyone wants to come to any of our events, just have a look on the Moravian web site. We're trying to encourage our members to train with the Harriers/Moray road Runners, so there might be some more opportunities to do a bit of orienteering at a training night in the future. We're both running sports and there's no reason why our clubs can't work together more often.

 

Regards,

 

Mike Rodgers

RaceResults - Split Times

Full results

 

The Durty Experience 31/7/2010

 

 

Viewpoint Challenge 4/8/10

 

It was a record turn out for the above race with 45 runners competing in perfect weather conditions. Ben Livesey was first in a time of 19:48 breaking Graeme Barletts time of 19:59 (2004) and first female was Laura Ross in 25:05 which also smashed Siobhan Evans time of 26:00 (2003). Well done to everyone that took part.

Results

 

Training Venues for Tue Aug 10th and Thurs Aug 12th

 

We are meeting at Wellhill car park at the Culbin Forrest on Tues 10th at 6.30pm and down at Findhorn in front of the Kimberley Inn on Thurs 12th at 6.30pm for the last 2 training sessions before the juniors start again. If anybody would like to help with the junior sessions please let Jackie or Paul know, it would really be appreciated.

 

 

Forres Highland Games 10k

 

Another good turn out of Harriers for the above race with Siobhan Evans taking 3rd lady and Lloyd Gallentree(2nd), Robert Patterson(4th) & Andrew Morgan(9th) taking the team title.

 

Race Results

 

Corrieyairack Challenge 3/7/10

 

7 hardy souls from the club took part in this challenge and have lived to tell the tale!! With a mixture of wind, rain, the odd splash of sunshine and more rain they braved the elements and completed the course. It was a 17 mile hill run from Fort Augustus over the Corrieyairack pass (although this turned out to be 18 miles!!) to Garva Bridge then 26 miles cycle back to Kincraig. It was a very well organised event especially at the change over with plenty people to help you prepare for the cycle section. Would we do it again?..........????

Harrier Results

Mark Brain 4:14:59, James Hume 4:15:33, Lyndsay Grant 4:53:40, Jackie Nicol 4:54:26, Sarah Grigor 5:01:20, Carrie Ann Ward 5:08, Stu Burn 5:27:51

 

Glen Moray 10K & 10 Miler - 20/6/10

 

 

Results:  10K & 10 Miler

Sorry for the delay, bit of technical trouble!!

 

 

 

Moray Forest Runs -23/6/10

 

Quarrelwood race report by Mike Rodgers

 

 

Monaughty Run - Some new opposition

 

I'm excited to report that we'll have a bit of a ringer at Monaughty on 30th June. Scott Fraser, who is Scotland's top ranked orienteer, happens to be up here on business and will be running. He has a 5 mile time of 24:40 this year.  It's a chance for our top local runners to run against some talent from the Central Belt. Scott will also be presenting the under 21 trophies that night.  See you all there.

 

 

They went to Blaydon Races, twas on the ninth of June.................

Four Harriers made the long trip down to Newcastle for this year's Blaydon Race. The race is held on the ninth of June and also follows the route sung in the tune Blaydon Races. This year was the 30th running of the race and there were 4000 entrants. Fastest Forres runner was Dave McCulloch in an impressive 37.38 for the 5.9 miles - finishing in 193rd place. Colin Youngson was 370th in a time of 40.32, Carrie Ward was 444th in a time of 41.18 and Paul Hughes was 552nd in a time of 42.19 - some 3540 people completed the race in what can only really be described as very wet conditions. Even the heavy rain couldn't dampen the atmosphere along the Scotswood Road and at the end in Blaydon. Click here for some pictures of the race.
 

 

Mosstowie 5 mile race 12/06/10

 

Congratulations to Paul Rogan and Claire Nicholas who were the winners of the above race. Well done also to Ros Wright who was 3rd lady. Apparently the trophy for Claire is as big as her!!!

Results

 

Glen Moray 10k and 10 mile Races

 

Can the Harriers please bring some food for the above race are we expecting a large turn out. The Guides are going to bring food too and will provide the refreshments. See you there!!

 

Laggan 10k 2010

 

Robbie Paterson and Tim Pott ran the above race. Conditions that were good on the hilly out and back course which leaves Laggan village and travels along the Spey towards the Corriarick Pass. Robbie lead from the start and won the race in 34:52 with Tim also running very well taking 2nd V45 in 41.23.

Results

 

WMRA Youth Challenge

 

Our very own Kirstie Rogan has been selected to represent Scotland on the 26th of June in Susa , Italy for the above challenge. Well done and the very best of luck to her.

 

 

Kinloss to Lossiemouth Half Marathon 2010

 

Well done to everyone that took part with Shirley Feaks and Kenny Douglas getting PB's. Sorry if we have missed anyone but we have no race report.

Results

 

Speyside Way Ultra Marathon, Saturday August  28th 2010

This very challenging "meaner and longer" Ultra race is open for entries until the end of July or 100 entires. The limit is almost reached so hurry for your place. Visit Scottish Ultra Marathon website for details and good luck!!!!

 

 

Nairnshire Challenge 30/5/2010

 

 

After the torrential rain on Saturday a dozen Harriers took part in a slightly different Nairnshire 2010.  The run course had to be changed at the last moment due to it being unsafe out on the moors.  So in the end competitors ran 9.3 miles on the road from the village of Cawdor to the transition point at Drynachan then biked the 18 miles back to Nairn.  Well done everyone.  Thanks to Jo for the before and after photos!!

 

 

 

 

PETROFAC ATHLETICS LEAGUE 23/5/2010

 

The second Petrofac meeting of the year took place in Inverness on Sunday 23 May.

The club was represented by some of our junior members.   U15B Fraser,  U15G  Lisa, Hannah and Sophie,  U13B Jake, U13G Miriam and U11G Erin and Emma

They all did really well considering that for many of them it was a completely new experience.

Special mention must go to Fraser Scott who won the 800m and came second on the 200m with a PB in both events.

Also to Erin Carpenter who broke the U11 Girls club record for the javelin which has stood for16 years.  Well done Erin.

The next meeting is on 27 June when Forres and Nairn are the convening clubs.  Help will be needed by both club members and parents for this event.  

 

Culbin Forest Run 26/5/2010

 

Race report by Mike Rodgers

Results - Adults, Children & Juniors

 

Edinburgh Marathon 23/5/2010

 

Some provisional results just in from a very hot Edinburgh marathon:

Lindsay Grant was first Harrier home in 3hrs32.  Cisca managed a brilliant 20min Pb coming home in 3hrs39, with Angela around 20 seconds behind her and Susan getting home in just over 4hrs.  Well done everyone!!

 

Findhorn Fun Try-Athlon

 

Next weekend sees a new local event taking place down at Findhorn - a Fun triathlon in aid of Children 1st taking place at 1pm on Saturday 29th May.  It's a team event for all abilities, click here for more info!! or speak to Paul Rogan.

Entry Form (P.S. they will take entries up until the last minute)

 

Benromach 10k 15/5/2010

 

263 runners took part in the above event which was the last race in the Northern Scot Series. Conditions were good on the way out but the competitors had to work hard on the last two miles back against the wind. Ben Livesey lead all the way to claim first position in the men's race and Mellissa Whyte maintained her excellent form to claim first position in the ladies race. There were some fine performances from the Harriers - Paul Rogan 5th, LLoyd Gallentree 1st M40, Douglas Cowie 2nd M50, Colin Youngson 2nd M60, Eleanor Duncan 4th Lady, Jackie Nicol 2nd F40 and Anne Docherty 2nd F60.  Forres Harriers men's team also took first place (Ben, Paul, Lloyd and Douglas) along with the Forres Harriers ladies (Eleanor,Siobhan and Carrie) who took 2nd team. Paul Rogan was the overall winner of the men's series title with Mellissa Whyte claiming the Ladies series title. LLoyd Gallentree took first place in the M40 catagory and Carole Simmonds took 3rd F50.  Well done to everyone.  It was another successful event hosted by the Forres Harriers so a big thank you to all that helped out and well done to Race Directors Frances Russell and Anne Docherty.

RaceResults\Benromach 10K 2010.doc

Results

Series ResultsRaceResults\Series-2010-Trophy-Winners.doc

Full series results Men

Full series results WomenRaceResults\Series-10K-Ladies-2010.pdf

 

 

Glen Moray Promotional Photo

 

 

Thanks to everyone who turned up on a cold & wet morning to do a promotional photo for the upcoming Glen Moray 10miler & 10K,  full details of this race can be found on the 'Races' Page.  Kenny stop hiding at the back!!!

 

Ben Aigan Hill Race

 

A reminder that the Ben Aigan Hill Race will be taking place on Wednesday 16th June.  As its organised by Harrier Graeme Bartlett it would be great to see as many Harriers there as possible supporting it!!  Full details can be found on the 'Races' Page.

 

London Marathon 2010

 

Harrier Results:

Dave McCulloch 3:05:29

Sarah Grigor 4:16:13

Mike Milmoe 4:27:11

 

 

Lochaber Marathon 2010

 

 

Perfect conditions for the above race along with beautiful scenery. 342 people took part, 6 of which were Forres Harriers. Lindsay Grant and Claire Nicholas both got PB's. Anne Docherty also took 1st over 65 female in the race. What an inspiration she is to us all. Well done to everyone who took part.

Results are as follows :Lindsay Grant 3:26:29, Jackie Nicol 3:37:29, Claire Nicholas 3:59:22, Ros Wright 4:06:22, Nadine Williams 4:08:40, Anne Docherty 4:19:16.

Full Results

 

 

 

Jog Scotland 5k and 1 Mile Run

 

Monday the 12th of April saw the annual run at Benromach Distillery for the Forres Jog Scotland group. A total of 37 people lined up to challenge themselves on what turned out to be a very wet evening. Well done to everyone that took part.

ResultsRaceResults\Jogscotland 5k results Monday 12th April 2010I MILE.doc

 

The Glenlivet 10K - 11/04/10

 

 

 

The winning team  - Paul Rogan, Stan MacKenzie & Dougie Cowie.

 

The inaugural Glenlivett 10K took place on Sunday 10th April 2010.
 
A massive field of 420 runners toed the line which included about a dozen Harriers.
The race started in the grounds of The Glenlivett Distillery and although the course was 'testing'
to say the least the last mile was downhill producing fast finishes.
 
Leading Harriers were paul Rogan in 2nd., Stan Mckenzie 3rd. and Douglas Cowie 6th. Paul and
Douglas also won their age categories.
 

Paul Rogan 2nd Male 35:27

Stan MacKenzie 3rd Male 35:46

Dougie Cowie 1st Male SVet 37:48

Sam Morrison 2nd Male SVet 41:13

 

 

Knockfarrel Hill Race  03/04/2010

 

Paul and Kirstie Rogan took part in the above race which was 5.5miles long with a climb of 1200ft. Paul was victorious again in a fantastic time of 00:41:59. Kirstie was 5th lady in an equally great time of 00:56:36. This race was a  test of true grit which still hasn't put Kirstie off hill running !!!!! Well done guys.

 

 

Two Oceans Marathon, Cape Town South Africa 03/04/2010

 

News just in that Jenny Stewart has completed the above race (34 miles!!!) in a fantastic time of 6:00:58. Well done Jenny!!!!!

Photos to follow.

 

Scottish Duathlon Champs 28/3/10

 

The above was held in and around Stirling University. It consisted of a 10k run, 40k cycle and a 5k run with the weather conditions not being favourable due to it being very windy. Because it was the selection race for the World Duathlon Championships in September, it was one of the most competitive fields yet for a Duathlon in Scotland. Tim Pott and Douglas Cowie took part in the event with Douglas coming 85th out of 300 in a time of 2Hrs 11 and Tim finishing in 2 hrs 21. This meant that Douglas took gold in his age category and has secured his place in the GB team for the Worlds. Congratulations to him and well done to both men who did extremely well.

 

 

One for the diary!!

 

We have just been informed that this year’s RAF Kinloss to RAF Lossiemouth Half Marathon will be taking place on Sunday 6th June 2010 at 11am. More info & entry form to follow shortly.

 

Moray Road Runners 10K & 3K - 28/03/10

 

 

An excellent turn out by the Harriers meant  PB's and prizes at this weekends race.  In the windy conditions Paul Rogan was narrowly defeated in a sprint finish with K&D's Frankie Barton, both finishing in the same time of 34:46.  Harriers LLoyd Gallantree & Stan Mackenzie's 4th and 6th placing meant the Men's team took home the Team prize.  LLoyd also secured the 1st Male vets place with a PB time.  There was a clean sweep from the Harrier lady veterans, with Jackie Nicol taking 1st place, Cisca Cameron 2nd and Moraig Lyall 3rd, well done girls!!  In the 3K race Lewis Lyall was 2nd in a great time of 11:13.

 

PB's for Clare Nicholas, Roz Wright and Kirstie Rogan, LLoyd Gallantree. (If we've missed you out please let us know!!)

 

Photos

Full Results

 

Spring is here!!!

 

The clocks change this weekend and move forward an hour so that means we will be meeting at the Grant Park from Tuesday 30th March, (Jog Scotland from Monday 29th March). See you there!!

 

Craig Dunain Hill Race 20/3/2010

 

A huge well done to Paul Rogan who was first in the above race and Kirstie Rogan who was 3rd Lady. This was the first time Kirstie had raced over this distance in a hill race, proving that hard work pays off.!!! Full results can be obtained from the Scottish Hill Running site.

 

Inverness Half Marathon 14/3/2010

 

1126 Athletes completed the above race on Sunday with 20 Forres Harriers amongst them. Conditions were near perfect for the race with just a slight wind at times and a welcome shower of rain too. Ben Livesey lead from start to finish recording a time of 1.08:03, 10 seconds short of his personal best. There were PB's recorded for Ross MacLeod, Cisca Cameron, Paul Hughes, Clare Nicholas and Ros Wright, so well done to them all. A special mention must go to Tracey Carpenter who competed yesterday, this being her first half marathon and finished in a respectable 2:29:59. Here are the rest of the Harriers results:

Ben Livesey  1:08:03

Bob Paterson 1:21:44

Sam Morrison 1:29:20

Lyndsay Grant  1:30:35

Colin Youngson  1:31:34 (1st M/60)

Jackie Nicol 1:37:15

Ross MacLeod 1:41:20

Cisca Cameron 1:41:59

Paul Hughes 1:42:33

Neil Carpenter 1:44:24

Clare Nicholas 1:48:11

Ros Wright 1:49:52

Nadine Williams 1:50:42

Stu Burn 1:51:35

Shona Spencer 1:54:20

Sarah Louise Grigor 1:57:12

Anne Docherty 1:58:21

Alexander McDonald 2:04:03

Alison MacKay 2:04:08

Tracey Carpenter 2:29:59

 

Full Results

 

 

Forres Primary Schools Cross Country Championships 2010

 

 

For the race report and  full results please click here!!

 

 

Baby News

 

Congratulations to Stu and Catriona Davies on the birth of their son Austin who weighed in at 10lb 11oz.Both mother and baby doing well.

 

 

MORAVIAN AND INVERNESS ORIENTEERING CLUBS

NORTH DISTRICT OPEN ‘COLOUR CODED’ EVENT – CULBIN FOREST WEST

Sunday 13^th June 2010

INCORPORATING THE MORAY & HIGHLAND JUNIOR ORIENTEERING CHAMPIONSHIPS

For more information click here

 

 

Ben & Hayley

 

On behalf of all the Forres Harriers, we would like to wish Ben and Hayley all the best for the future as they are getting married on Sunday 21st of February 2010. Have a great day and no running that day Ben !!!!

 

North League Cross Country Races

 

Another season has come to an end with the final race being held by Moray Road Runners in Elgin at the weekend. The club was very well represented with a huge number of Harriers taking part. All the hard training paid off as the club took home a huge haul of trophies. In the Junior section Owen Paterson won the U/11 boys and Kirsty Rogan the U/17 girls titles. The ladies also faired well with Moira Davie taking 3rd senior, Moraig Lyall 2nd & Claire Nicholas 3rd vet and Jackie Nicol 2nd & Shona Spencer 3rd Super vet titles. The men proved just how good they are with Ben Livsey winning the senior title, Robbie Paterson 2nd and Kyle Greig 3rd. Paul Rogan won the vet title with Graeme Bartlett taking 2nd place. In the super vet section Colin Youngson was 3rd. The men also went on to take the team title. A huge well done to all the medal winners and to everyone who took part in any of the races.

 

Scottish Masters Cross Country Champs - Grant Park 6/2/10

 

A testing course set in and around Grant Park proved a fair challenge for all the competitors.  Although overcast, conditions for running were perfect.

Forres Harriers were well represented in the Ladies race with 10 Harriers toeing the line.  Results:

Siobhan Evans 20th

Jackie Nicol 35th

Susan McRitchie 37th

Moraig Lyall 41st

Cisca Cameron 42nd

Shona Spencer 50th

Nadine Williams 51st

Carol Murphy 54th

Anne Docherty 55th

Ros Wright 56th

The Forres team of Evans, Nicol & McRitchie finished a creditable 7th overall.

 

16 Harriers turned out in the Men's event.  Competition was keen  throughout and the Harriers acquitted themselves well.  Paul Rogan and LLoyd Gallantree just missed out on medals in their respective age groups finishing 4th, but Douglas Cowie once again hit peak form at the right time to claim the gold medal in the 55yr age group - National Champion on your home turf is as good as it gets!!!

A bonus for the club and something which was totally unexpected, Forres Harriers claimed the bronze medal in the team event.  It's the first time Forres Harriers have won team medals in a National Championship.  Results:

Paul Rogan 8th

LLoyd Gallantree 21st

Andy Ross 22nd

Douglas Cowie 25th

Kenny Douglas 45th

Dave Adam 46th

David McCulloch 49th

Norrie Lyall 62nd

Tim Pott 68th

Iain MacDonald 69th

Lindsay Grant 71st

Graham Coull 79th

Nick Barr 82nd

Stephen Hayward 87th

Lambert Munro 91st

Stewart Burn 92nd

Forres Harriers bronze medallists: Rogan, Gallantree & Cowie

 

Competitors travelled from all over Scotland to compete and feedback has been nothing but positive.  A lot of hardwork went into making the day a success and the club are to be congratulated on their efforts.  Finally, the club would like to thank Murdoch's the Butchers, McLean's Bakers, Co-op and Tesco for their generosity towards the post race refreshments.

 

 

National Masters Cross Country Championships (35+)
Saturday 6th February - Forres (Grant Park)

We require volunteers for the above event for various jobs - setting up the course @ 9.30am, registration @ town Hall from 12.00, tea's etc. No need to bring food as this will be provided.  Changing will be in the soccer seven's pavilion, teas and prize giving at the Town Hall. The first race is at 1.15 with all races being finished by 3.15. We are looking for full Harriers support on Saturday. Let Paul or Dougie know what you can do.

 

Annual Bash, February 27th 2010

The above event is being held at the Mosset Tavern at a cost of £15 per head. It's a meal followed by Hamish's quiz, then heckling Captain Rogan when he does his speech!!! Please let Dougie or Jackie know as soon as possible if you are able to attend so that numbers can be given to the Mosset. Full details are in the hut at Roysvale ,(including the menu). The evening is also open to Jog Scotland members, friends of local running clubs and of course partners!

See you there!!!!

 

New Balance trainers for sale

Ben has 2 pairs of trainers for sale. They are Ladies size 4.5 but are on the large side. If anyone is interested in trying them, they will be in the hut at Roysvale on Tuesday. See Jackie or Ben.

 

 Cross Country, Forres, 23/01/10

Another successful race today with a fab turn out on a very challenging course. Thank you to Paul's evil twin for setting it as Captain Rogan would never have made the wifies run up that many hills!!! Seriously though it was a great course and a huge thank you to all of the people who helped as without all the volunteers, it wouldn't have gone ahead. There was also a wedding ring found on the course( we think a male's ring) so if you know of anyone who has lost it please let Jackie or Paul know. A huge thanks again and well done to everyone who took part.

Results

http://www.northleague.fsnet.co.uk/

 

Cross Country, Forres, 23/01/10

The above race is going ahead this Saturday with the course having been revamped due to the conditions. Please wear suitable footwear!! Changing and refreshments are now at the Soccer Sevens pavilion which will available from 12.15. Can all the Harriers bring some food and anyone that can help on the day let Paul know, phone no 01309676595.

 

National Masters Cross Country Championships (35+)
Saturday 6th February - Forres (Grant Park)

If you are interested please contact Paul/Hamish with your SAL number and date of birth by no later than 19th of January.
As this is on home ground we are expecting all 35+ to put themselves forward for this.
Age categories are - 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
The course will be flatter and easier than the usual league course.

 

 

Cross Country, Forres 16/1/10

 

 

Forres Harriers Club Championship

 

This year will see the start of a new competition for senior Harriers. This is the male and female club championship. The formula used will be the same as that used by MRR who have used this system for many years very successfully.

To qualify for the title each person will gather points from 15 locally nominated races, with the best 6 scores added together to give an overall score for the year. It is not necessary to do all 15 races, as long as you manage a minimum of 6. Within these 6 at least one should be either a marathon, half marathon or 10 miler, with the rest being any distance. The races nominated for this year 2010 are-

 

Nairn 10K

MRR 10k

Benromach 10k

Moray Marathons 10k

Dyke 10k

Mosstowie 5 mile

Moray 3k (1)

Moray 3k (2)

Moray 3k (3)

Glen Moray 10 mile (Forres)

Lossie Turkey Trot 10 mile

Nairn Half Marathon

Moray Marathons Half Marathon

Lochaber Marathon

Moray Marathon

 

The formula used to work out each person’s points is based on Age/Time. Therefore it is not necessarily the fastest runners in the club gaining the most points. From the formula a percentage score will be given which will be converted into points (100% = 100 points)

I hope this will encourage all members to compete in as many of the locally nominated races as possible, giving you more chances of gaining high points.

A copy of the formula will be available soon.

 

 

 

Festive Training

 

Thursday 31st Dec 11:30 - Meet outside The Kimberly Pub, Findhorn for a run along the beach.

 

Saturday 2nd Jan 10:00 for a 10:30 start - Meet at Miltonduff Village Hall to run off your hangover!!

 

Harrier adult training will be back to normal on Tuesday 5th Jan 2010.

 

Harriers Christmas Handicap - 19/12/09

 

 

Overall winners after Handicap - Claire Riddoch and James Ward

Fastest 1 lap Lewis Lyall – 13.10

Fastest 2 lap Paul Rogan – 23.59

 

 

Special thanks to Hamish Cameron for another exciting afternoons racing, with the winners only managing to get their noses in front in the last few metres.

Also to Graham Coull for the 2 bottles of single malt Glen Moray Whisky in presentation boxes for which he donated for the overall winners.

 

Results

 

 

Lossiemouth Turkey Trot - 13/12/09

 

 

There were perfect conditions at this years race, cold and calm.  An excellent Harrier turn out (including Santa & Rudolf) and lots of PB's meant a great day was had by all!!  The race incorporated the North District 10 Mile Champs and several Harriers took home prizes. 

 

 

 

2nd Male Overall & 2nd Vet - Paul Rogan 55:37

1st Male Super Vet - Doug Cowie 59:42

2nd Male Super Vet - Sam Morrison 63:56

3rd Female Super Vet - Jackie Nicol 72:10

1st Male Team - Forres - Paul Rogan, LLoyd Gallantree, Doug Cowie

 

Full Results

 

Harrier PB's - Paul Rogan, Dave McCulloch, Susan McRitchie, Paul Hughes, Claire Nicholas, Nadine Williams, Jenny Stewart.  (Please let us know if you got a PB)

 

 

Keith Cross Country - 5/12/09

 

Well what can we say.  Mud, mud, puddles and more mud!! What a course. A change to the normal venue brought screams (Jackie almost drowning in the dubs - that's puddles to you English folk) gutters splattering in your face and  bodies sliding all over the place, but we loved every minute of it (we think) A good turn out of red vests from both adults and children. The u/11 girls - Emma Rogan, Lauren Bell and Erin Carpenter were 2nd team as were the u/11 boys - Owen Paterson, Aiden Ferry and Jake Carpenter. (Owen also won the u/11 race). Kirstie Rogan won the u/17 ladies race and the senior ladies were second team too - Moira Davie, Jackie Nicol and Jenny Stewart. Ben Livesey won the senior men's race and was also part of the winning team along with Paul Rogan, Kyle Greig and Graeme Bartlett. Well done to everyone that took part and we will be looking for 100% turn out for the next race on 16/01/10 as it's being held at Forres. See you there!!

Full resultshttp://www.northleague.fsnet.co.uk

 

Keith Cross Country - 05/12/09

 

Info & Map

 

AGM 2009

 

Just a reminder that this year's AGM is on Wednesday 2/12/09, 7pm at the swimming pool in Forres. Please come along and support the club!!

 

 

 

North District Cross Country Championships

 

The above took place at Inverness on Saturday 21st November attracting 78 adults and 133 children which made for a great day. This was due to some of the universities joining in the race which made it more exciting.  The undulating course was challenging and muddy due to the recent rainfall but that didn't deter the runners from putting in some great performances.  Ben Livesey won the men's race and the senior men's team of Ben Livesey, Paul Rogan, Graeme Bartlett, Kyle Greig, Andy Ross, Lloyd Gallantree won the  team event.  The senior ladies of Eleanor Duncan, Moira Davies and Susan McRitchie won silver in their team event, with Eleanor also taking silver in the female U20 event. Kirstie Rogan won silver in the U17 female event. Well done to everyone who took part as we know there were a few first timers there. Hopefully it hasn't put you off!!

RESULTS

 

Glen Clova Half Marathon

 

Glen Clova Half Marathon should be a beautiful undulating course, enjoying the Angus glens in late autumn.  Unfortunately there was hammering rain and blustery wind with only a few of the hardiest souls emerging from their cars for a warm-up.  Amazingly, within a few minutes of the 300 runners getting underway the rain eased considerably, as did the wind, so it was actually not too bad once you got going, enjoyable even.  The rolling course made it hard to find a rhythm but the miles soon ticked by.  Really friendly and well organised, nice goodie bags and prizes down to 15th for both men and women.  At the end everyone piled into the sponsoring Glen Clova Hotel for free stovies, avoiding the recurring heavy rain.  Forres results – Norrie Lyall aiming to stay under 90 minutes was pleased with 1.29.14 and Moraig took two minutes off her previous half marathon time with a 1.40.47.

 

 

British and Irish Cross Country Masters 2009

 

 

On Saturday 14th November 4 Forres Harriers represented Scotland in the above championships, the race being held
in Perry Park Birmingham.  The course consisted of four 2Km loops within Perry Park but because of the recent heavy
rain showers underfoot conditions could only be described as heavy going.
In the 40-44 age group both Harriers team captain Paul Rogan and Dave Adam were making their international debuts.
Paul, not to be overawed by the occasion put in a very gutsy performance to finish 5th Scot home.  Unfortunately Dave
on the other hand started off too ambitiously and paid the price and finished well down the field.
In the 55-59 age group Douglas, who was making his 10th appearance in the event produced his best run of the season
finishing second Scot home.  His team mates all ran well and were awarded with the team bronze medals.
The 4th Harrier Colin Youngson, although not in top form ran well enough for 3rd Scot home and his team too came away
with a bronze medal.
It is a great honour for the club to have four members represent Scotland in the same event but that is testament to the
healthy state, the club is in at present. 

From left to right Colin Youngson, Paul Rogan, Dave Adams and Douglas Cowie.

 

Sportmoray Awards 2009

 

The above event was held in the Eight Acres on Thursday 12th November where 2 of our ladies were short listed for the Junior Award. Kirstie Rogan and Eleanor Duncan were nominated for their achievements in 2009 along with 6 others who had all excelled in their chosen sports. The job of choosing a winner must have been very difficult but it was Eleanor who was chosen, so a huge well done to her. Commiserations to Kirstie but you are still a winner in our eyes. Well done to both of the girls and keep up the good work!!!

 

 

Junior Home International and British and Irish Fell Running Championships

 

Junior Home International and British and Irish Fell Running Championships took place on the 4th October 2009 in Sedburgh, England.  Teams from England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Ireland competed for The City of Edinburgh Trophy currently held by Scotland.

There was one representative from Forres Harriers, Kirstie Rogan competing in her 2nd Home International competition and her 2nd Scottish selection this year. Kirstie was part of the under 16 girls team along with Scout Atkin (Moorfoot) and Halina Rees (Fife AC), the teams 4th runner had to pull out at the last minute due to the flu, which meant all three runners would count towards the final standings. The demanding course over 4.3km with 290m of ascent made for a very exciting and close race between the leading three countries, with England coming out on top with Wales just beating Scotland for the silver medals on count back, with both teams finishing on the same points.

In the overall team standings for The City of Edinburgh Trophy, England were victorious over Scotland by a small margin. The Scottish team reluctantly handed over the trophy making it very clear that it was only on loan for one year and would be returning home next year.

Halina Rees 4th  Scout Atkin 5th Kirstie Rogan 13th.

 

 

NDCCL - Thurso - 31/10/09

 

Muddy Mayhem

31st October and it was off to Thurso for Round 2 of the cross country for the season.  Unusually dry weather made for a great day out, matched by equally wet conditions underfoot.  It was a case of mud, mud and more mud! (Apologies to all parents who had to deal with the filthy kit!)  Well done to all our junior runners, as the wet ground made it really hard going and sucked the energy out of you!

In the under 11s we had  three runners in each race.  Owen Paterson, after his fine win  at Lochaber, set off strongly, but was pushed all the way and pipped on the line by the smallest of margins to take second place.  Jake Carpenter and Aidan Ferry followed him home in 8th and 10th to secure second team spot.  In the girls, Lauren Bell, Emma Rogan and Erin Carpenter finished in 6th, 10th and 11th respectively.

Moving up to the under 13s, Adam Nicholson was our only boy, finishing 8th, a position matched by Lucy Massie in the girls’ race.  She was joined by four others – Zoe Hayward 9th, Chloe Greig 21st, Moraig Lyall 23rd and Shannon Mayer 26th, with the team finishing 3rd on the day.

Under 15 boys Lewis Lyall and Fraser Scott again showed great determination, finishing 4th and 6th in their race with Izzy Hadley 15th, Laura Graham 17th and Hannah Rogan18th  for the girls.

Our one winner of the day was Kirsty Rogan, in the under 17 girls, who won her age group by a large margin.

Making her debut in the Senior Ladies’ category was Eleanor Duncan.  A disappointing field of only nine runners saw her finish 5th, with Moraig Lyall only one place behind, but three minutes adrift, in 6th.

The senior men once again did us proud, by taking 1st team.  Graeme Bartlett and Robbie Paterson finished very close in 2nd and 3rd, with the younger athlete trying hard, but not quite managing to catch his more experienced teammate.   Captain Paul finished in 5th with Norrie Lyall, the fourth counter, back in 13th.  Stew Burn had a good run in 15th, closely followed by Steve Hayward, 16th, having his first XC run in a Forres vest.  I was sure, looking at the state of them, that all the guys had been body surfing in the mud, but they assured me they had managed to stay upright - just!

 

 

AGM 2009

 

A date has been set for this year's AGM. It's being held at the Forres swimming pool on December 2nd at 7pm. It would be great to see as many of the club attend as possible!! See you there.

 

 

NDCCL - Thurso - 31/10/09

 

A Thurso Street map with directions to this weekends XC fixture is now available below, along with the course map.

We have been told that the course was as of last week very wet, so it is advised that athletes and spectators dress appropriately.

 

Directions

Course Map

 

 

Dublin Marathon - 26/10/09