Rye 10k
It was a successful night for a small group from the club who took part in the Rye 10k on Friday evening, around the Rye Harbour and nature reserve. Justin Burden posted only his 3rd sub-50 minute finish, in 49:59 while Sarahjane Knight completed her first ever 10k race in 1:10:45 alongside Clare Maxlow in 1:10:53, who set a new personal best. Danielle Moss also set a new PB finishing the race in 1:15:11.
Ashford Parkrun
Ashford Striders were out in force on Saturday morning at Victoria Park, with the club taking over and hosting the event to co-incide with the end of their latest Couch to 5k group, providing all volunteer roles around the course and several pacemakers.
Duncan Forbes was first to finish for the club, in 21:30 placing him 24th overall. Frank Remigio was next for the club, setting a new PB of 23:38 in placing him 58th. Justin Burden was just behind in 62nd in 23:44. Alison Waters, pacing was next to finish, in 25:51 with Shane Snowwolf, also pacing, in 26:44, Kevin York in 26:49 and Rebecca Hurley in 29:17. First time parkrunners Nigel Hills (30:45), Beth Freeman (30:49) and mum Nettie Freeman (30:53) were next to finish, followed by Vicky Stevenson (31:29) and Tyree Spicer (33:57) who were both providing paced times. C25K graduate Lisa Gribbin (34:42), Anna Smith (34:54) and Jacqueline Quain (35:56) were next to cross the line, who were all running their first parkruns. C25K run leader Toyah Bicker, pacing, was next home in 35:56 with first time parkrunner Charisse Whitbourn (36:39) and Lisa Chapman (37:33). Willem Delport finished in 39:26 with C25K run leader Pam Hunt just behind (39:42). Clare Maxlow was this week’s tail walker.
Herne Bay 10k
Jason Sanders and Lee Standen represented the club at this year’s coastal event, with Sanders finishing in 51:09 and Standen in 57:17.
Bewl 15 mile
Jacob Henwood took part in the challenging run around the reservoir at Bewl, setting a time of 2:09:51 for the tough course.
Great Run Local
Nicola Crawley took part in this week’s Great Run Local at Kingsnorth, finishing in a time of 26:47.
North Downs Way Marathon
Dave Hunt continued his monthly marathon quest, taking part in the North Downs Way Marathon across some hilly and challenging terrain. He finished the scenic trail course in 6:18:41.