London Marathon 2006
Harriers Jeff Horseman, Jeff Hinsley and Becky Collins were among the enthusiastic competitors in this years London Marathon
Jeff and Becky had a very early start as they joined the Minibus with family and supporters as they headed towards the start at Blackheath and a rendezvous with Jeff Hinsley who had travelled up on the day before.
All the training had been done and it was now a matter of braving the elements and the distance. Once at the Blackheath start it was a matter of finding shelter in the hospitality tent, making last minute checks and adjustments and waiting down the time until the start of the race.
Becky Collins in her first Marathon showed grit and determination to finish in a commendable time of 4:18
Jeff Hinsley showed more of the potential that he demonstrated in previous races to finish strongly in a time of 3:54
Jeff Horseman ran a magnificent race, stomach trouble robbing him of a sub 3 hour performance to finish in a time of 3:01
The families, friends and supporters had a magnificent day out, a special word of thanks must go to Harrier Mike Hughes who not only drove the Mini Bus but also managed to get everyone out of the Pub and back home safely.
Magnificent Seven Hare round Mad March
Seven Hamworthy Harriers competed in this years " Mad March Hare " 20 mile road race organised by Christchurch Runners.
A field of over 370 runners set of on a sunny but cold early spring morning. The race is a popular event especially among those competing in the London Marathon, being an ideal distance to judge fitness and training progress.
The run follows mainly quiet country lanes and is well organised and well marshalled - all credit to Christchurch Runners and their helpers on the day.
Jeff Horseman led the Harriers home in a time of 2:15, showing great promise for his first marathon in London this year. Mark Caldecourt was less than two minutes behind, the race being part of his build up for the Marathon Des Sables next month.
Pete Lemon finished strongly in 2:35 followed by Jeff Hinsley who ran a steady race to finish in 2:58, Jeff will toeing the line in London next month and on this showing has nothing to fear in his first Marathon.
A trio of Harriers then finished together. Rising star Rebecca Collins leading John McClelland and Kevin Dwyer over the line. Rebecca will also be on the start line in London next month for her first run at the Marathon distance. With a combination of determination and natural ability Rebecca should prove more than a match for the distance.
A field of over 370 runners set of on a sunny but cold early spring morning. The race is a popular event especially among those competing in the London Marathon, being an ideal distance to judge fitness and training progress.
The run follows mainly quiet country lanes and is well organised and well marshalled - all credit to Christchurch Runners and their helpers on the day.
Jeff Horseman led the Harriers home in a time of 2:15, showing great promise for his first marathon in London this year. Mark Caldecourt was less than two minutes behind, the race being part of his build up for the Marathon Des Sables next month.
Pete Lemon finished strongly in 2:35 followed by Jeff Hinsley who ran a steady race to finish in 2:58, Jeff will toeing the line in London next month and on this showing has nothing to fear in his first Marathon.
A trio of Harriers then finished together. Rising star Rebecca Collins leading John McClelland and Kevin Dwyer over the line. Rebecca will also be on the start line in London next month for her first run at the Marathon distance. With a combination of determination and natural ability Rebecca should prove more than a match for the distance.