Fountains 10k
We had some of our runners at the popular Fountains Abbey 10km race at Ripon. Sharon Barlow was first home in 8th place overall, first lady in 40.48, quite a social run for her on the day. Full results can be found here
Sharon Barlow
1-2-3 at Osmotherley 20k
We had a handful of our runners in action at the Osmotherley 20km race today. There are 2 distances, the long route of 20k and the short route of 12k. Both provide significant a challenge to those who like off-road, mixed terrain running. The area around Osmotherley provides some amazing running terrain, which this event
Redcar 5km
We had another big turnout at the very popular New Marske 5km road race, a race which attracts personal best hunters as this is the flattest course you will ever find. Sharon Barlow first across the line with a very impressive sub 17 minute run. Full results can be found here Place Name Chip Time
Melmerby 10km
Sunday also saw a handful of Harriers head to Melmerby for the mornings 10km race, a race which takes place in the scenic village, not exactly flat this one but the undulation makes it interesting. Sharon Barlow 12th in 36.15, Paul Allan 34th in 39.29, Paul Kelly 83rd in 43.33 and a case of mistaken
NYMAC Relays
This week saw the annual NYMAC relays, the 4 x 1mile event around Stewarts Park in Middlesbrough which is always popular amongst the running clubs. Another excellent night with loads of great performances throughout the club. Full results can be found here
Birthday treat for Cook Jnr
Wet would be the best word to describe this event. The Sunderland Run events are always exceptionally well organised, probably something to do with Steve Cram having a major part to play in affairs but one thing that could not be organised is the weather. A very wet occasion for runners at both the half
Redcar 5km
The midweek Summer Coast 5km race at Redcar always brings out some great performances from runners, weather is generally better around this time so you don’t normally have the concern of winds on the sea front. It was Sharon Barlow who once again finished first for the club in 21st place and picking up first
Barlow wins at York 10
Sharon Barlow was once again in majestic form at the Vale of York 10 mile race, a race which is flat and fast starting and finishing on the airfield. Not only was Sharon first lady across the line in 62.45 for 36th place overall she also picked up the ladies team prize alongside Corinne Murray
Rogers first home at the Valley
Simon Rogers was first home for the club at this years Lightwater Valley 10km race. The course takes runners on the outside of the park before bringing them back into the park with a grass finish. Some great performances on the day with three of our runners in the top 16. Full results can be
Harriers dominate Cross country season
Sunday saw the final cross country event at Richmond, with the senior ladies team still with an opportunity to win the league after another strong campaign. The U13 boys and girls won their leagues as did the U15 girls with Harrier men an excellent 4th. The big guns were out on the day with Georgie
Club Presentation Night
Friday night saw a huge turn out at the annual clubs presentation evening at Central Hall Dolphin Centre. A fantastic night for the club rewarding many of our athletes for some incredible performances over the season.
Duo takes from the rich…
Sharon Barlow and Tori Green were in action at the Robin Hood Half marathon this weekend. The course itself is great for both seasoned runners and beginners alike – for beginners whose key objective is to complete the course, to more regular long-distance event runners, looking to beat their personal best time. It is a
Relay? After a half marathon?
A few hours after finishing Vale of York Half marathon, Simon Rogers, Paul Cook and Sharon Barlow were back in action at the Thirsk relays to support the team at the first Cross Country event of the season. A great turnout across all age groups on the day. Full results can be found here
Sub Eighty for Cook
Sunday saw a number of Harriers at the Vale of York Half Marathon. This race is similar to January’s Brass Monkey where the course is predominately flat with a few slight inclines along the route but nothing that should worry runners. Paul Cook managed to push in the last 5km to creep away from training
Barlow the cover girl
Now it’s usually club members hitting the back pages in the sport world but Sharon Barlow has hit the front page this year after her winning performance at Wetherby last year.
Millennium Bridge 5km
There was 272 runners at the midweek Millennium Bridge 5km race in York, on a lovely evening for racing taking runners out around a flat course, around the park’s lake then back over the other side of the river for a fast finish. Sharon Barlow was the first of our two runners on the evening
Inglis Brings It Home At Darlington
The rebirth of the Darlington Harrier Senior section at the Darlington 10k 2015. A year earlier only 12 seniors turned out for the home race to around 70 a year later. This race sees competitors complete two laps of the course before bringing runners back along Skinnergate and onto High Row for the Grandstand finish. Full results can
Clive Golledge Memorial Relays
Midweek saw a good turnout of Harriers at the Crook relays which starts and finishes on the athletics track. The course sees runners head out of the complex on path before a long run up a tough, steep hill before levelling off and coming back down the other side. A fantastic night with a great
New Marske Summer 5k
New Marske was the venue for tonight’s 5km race with another good turnout from the senior runners. On a good night for racing, Simon Rogers was first home in an excellent 17.26 for 20th place, with Sharon Barlow only five seconds and two places behind to finish 2nd lady just missing out on first place
Yorkshire Wolds Half marathon
Paul Cook, Sharon Barlow and Corinne Murray decided the previous night to head south to Yorkshire for a run out at the Yorkshire Wolds Half marathon, a race described as a scenic and challenging course through the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds. Paul and Sharon decided to use this as a training run rather than a race