In The Chair #8
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The Fantastic 5
This week we have seen five of our club members receive recognition from the Darlington Sports Awards due to their outstanding contribution to sport through supporting people through the lock-down period and for individual achievements. Although there have been many club members who have done some excellent work, Mark Tallon for his successful “Back to
Face Coverings – Update for Eastbourne Complex users
From 8th August 2020 the government have strongly advised customers to wear face coverings in the building whilst walking to the gym, toilets or reception area. These can be removed for the activity and replaced to exit the building. Face coverings don’t have to be a mask, they can also include a scarf. For those
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Juniors In Cross Country Relay Action
Photos courtesy of Stuart Whitman and DHAC parents. Big thanks to all! With all the Covid-19 restrictions currently in place, this year’s cross country season has been a bit of a none starter. So it was great to see our younger athletes in action once again, contending with the wet and muddy conditions that go
Best of British #31 (Kelly Holmes)
Former Army, Kelly Holmes was a tough uncompromising 800 and 1500m runners who had a fantastic career peaking at the Olympic Games in Athens where she won gold in both events. By doing this she became only the third woman of all time to achieve such a feat. Surprisingly Kelly didn’t achieve World or European
Best of British #30 (Kriss Akabusi)
Kriss Akabusi was a 400m hurdles athlete, remembered for not only having a fantastic ability over the jumps or as part of the relay team but for his personality as he was always laughing and joking with others making him one of the most likeable people on the circuit. not only was Kris three times
Best of British #34 (Laura Muir)
Laura Muir is a British middle distance runner who predominately runs 800m to 5000m. She has been crowned 1500m European champion outdoor, the first British woman ever to achieve this in addition to being four times indoor European Champion. Laura is still competing but one who I feel will be remembered for years to come
Best of British #35 (Mark Rowland)
Mark Rowland was a 3000m steeplechaser, representing GB at both Olympic and European Championships where he medalled taking Bronze and Silver respectively. Steeplechase is one of those events where TV doesn’t give the exposure too but requires good speed, strength and technical ability by the athlete. Mark still holds the British record for this event
Best of British #36 (Ron Hill)
Ron Hill was a British long distance runner who also was a clothing entrepreneur. Ron broke the 2.10 barrier at the Commonwealth Games, became European Champion and won Boston Marathon back in 1970 in a fantastic running career. Ron also competed in the Olympic Games. Ron was also quite famous for his run streak, of
Best of British #37 (Charlie Spedding)
Bishop Auckland born Charlie Spedding was a British marathon runner and former Darlington Harrier, who had an excellent career. Charlie won London Marathon back in 1984 as well as picking up a bronze medal at the Los Angeles Olympics that year. This year was probably his best year in the sport as he also won
Best of British #39 (Brendan Foster)
Brendan Foster born in Hebburn South Tyneside probably known by many as the man who founded the Great North Run but for many probably don’t remember how good of a runner he was too! European Gold medal winner over 5000m, three times Olympian with a 10000m bronze medal for his efforts and Commonwealth games champion