December 2010 by Swinton Running Club

Swinton Running Club V O L U M E

THIS MONTH 

Race Reports

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Race Advice

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Race Results

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Congratulations

Boggart Hole Clough XC

Lads Night Out

Ladies Night Out

Children’s Christmas

Goa 5K Race

Ribble Valley 10K Race

Better Health and Fitness

Manchester Area XC

Up and Coming Races

Committee Minutes

AGM Announcement

Social Events

Race Results

Contacts

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Race Reviews

Boggart Hole Cross Country, Saturday 4th December 2010

Men’s Team: Carl Price, Mark Birchall, Steve Doxey, Darren Russell, Chris Lomax, Dan Bird, Paul Rutherford, John Pickup, Steve Hart & Paul Shier. Women’s Team: Lauren Marsden, Kate Cammish, Rebecca Mills & Sharen Roberts. Support came from: Dan‟s Family & Emma (who was injured for this one) On this cold, cold day it was the women first to run this altered course. (This distance was about the same but a particularly nasty wooded section had been scrapped for safety reasons). The ground was hard and icy so spikes were a must. They set of for their two laps around the field then into the main course itself. Lauren was first to come through and onto her second lap, followed by Kate and Rebecca (colour now coming back into her cheeks after a night on the pop) then Sharen. All were running well and putting in strong runs, but we could not afford any drop outs as we only just had a team. As they disappeared for the second lap it was time for the men to prepare themselves for their run. Gloves, spikes, two tops, hats, running tights (optional) all sorted - the only thing left was to pray. Boggart Hole Clough in my view is the hardest of the cross country courses I have ran so far. Luckily the cold weather had frozen most of the muddy parts, making it a bit easier than the previous two years. With the women‟s team all safely back, the starting gun sounded out for the men to set of on the first of their three laps. With Steve and Paul for company (Paul was a Boggart virgin) I took the first lap steady, nothing too bad with a mixture of ice, mud, road and trail. The second lap came with vocal support from the women‟s team, Emma and Dan‟s family. Although it was hard, I was enjoying the run and was even picking up some places. As I approached the wooded section near to the end of the second lap, the lead runners (top 5) lapped me, running at a pace I can only dream of. So to the third and final lap in which I spent nearly all of it trying to catch a runner who had gone past me on my second lap. Seeing fellow Swinton runners at various cross over points on the course is always a boost so just nearing the finish I managed one last effort and caught him. Race done and all safely back we changed into warmer clothes. Well done to all and look forward to Woodbank Park and the HILL OF DEATH.

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Xmas Night Out Report’s

Men’s Christmas Night Out, Saturday 4th December Due to repeated requests by one of the clubs eager little runners code named Murf I‟ve agreed to document the lads night out. I Paul David Shier herby swear that the following information is true and correct (given a certain give value of the word true) We arrived in town around the given time of 19:30 after spending the day watching Adam conquering the Boggarts hole! We met the lads in the bar, myself and Adam; Mike sadly couldn‟t join us as he said he had a headache which was an odd reason considering nobody had suggested sex to him but anyway I digress.. Compliments were instantly raised on Rics fantastic shirt, pictures are available online ladies. The rest of the evening was a furious discourse of ideas, political and up to the second social commentary interjected with brief sojourns to the bar for a half or lager top refill, everything in moderation and of course as a serious sports guild we took this part very seriously.. “cough” Rumours that I walked the wrong way home for about half a mile and that Adam lost the powers of speech by about 1am are exactly that Ladies... Just Rumours. This is all true! Happy now Murf?

Paul

Nice shirt !

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Xmas Night Out Report’s

Ladies Christmas Night Out, Saturday 11th December When I should have been loyally wading my way around Bogart Hole this month, I was in fact attending a „Tudor Christmas‟ event at Little Moreton Hall. Quite honestly Boggart Hole would have been warmer and more comfortable. By the time we left my toes were so cold I was attempting to walk exclusively on my heels to keep the balls of my feet off the icy flagstones, I haven‟t done that strange waddling walk since primary school. Anyway, despite the cold we did stand and listen to Piva – a quartet playing renaissance music on reproduction renaissance instruments, not exactly my usual taste, but very informative. During one of the breaks whilst they were frantically trying to warm up very cold and so sharp recorders and cor anglais, they explained about Elizabethan Christmas traditions. Apparently the Elizabethans would appoint a „Lord of Misrule‟ who was responsible for ensuring that everyone had a good time throughout the twelve days of Christmas. At SRC, I think we have our own Lord and Lady of Misrule in the shape of Adam and Lauren. The Ladies‟ night in particular was co-ordinated by Lauren with military precision. Preparations started in September and invitations were circulated by all known routes, face -book, forum and word of mouth. Once participants were finalised we all received our top secret instructions, which I can now reveal included orders to buy a secret Santa present for no more than £2. This command was actually quite challenging to fulfil. On the night I belatedly thought to check where I needed to be, good job too, I had forgotten we were going into central Manchester, but no problem, I googled the Olive Press and realised that the A34 went all the way from Congleton to Deansgate – Easy!! (NOT!) The problem came when the A34 dropped me in central Manchester, after dark, with traffic crawling and a multitude of kamikaze pedestrians. After looping past and round my target car park, I eventually gave up, dumped the car near Victoria station and started to route march up Deansgate as fast as stilettos would allow. After ten minutes marching up and down, I stood, feet throbbing, clutching my scrap of paper ringing Lauren in the hope that she could talk me in. No chance, Lauren was at the desired location but had no idea how she got there. Seconds later when my phone went again, I thought maybe Lauren had worked out where I was, but no, it was my dad, who rather surreally wanted to know if I had access to a printer! For the first time in my life I was glad to see a burly bouncer, who turned out to be a real gentleman and pointed to a street yards away from where I was actually standing. The car park saga meant that I‟d missed out on the warm up drinks, but I did reach the Olive Press in time to sit down before my chair was whisked away. Since the gentlemen seem quite reticent about the goings on at their night out, I shan‟t divulge even the essence of a hint of the gossip that went on that night. Suffice to say that I might have missed out on the warm up drinks, but others hadn‟t. The SRC Ladies were a stunning bunch, I was not alone in having moments of non-recognition as I struggled to picture the elegant creature in front of me in running tights, splattered with mud and dripping with sweat. Dinner was pretty good by pre-Christmas mass produced restaurant standards, well done Lauren or whoever suggested the venue. Wine, Baileys, Gin,..... and Tequila flowed freely. The revelation that Carol had never tried a slammer before, of course meant that the deed had to be done, her face was a picture – I‟m hoping someone got that picture!

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Ladies Christmas Night Out, Saturday 11th December

Carol first ever slammer, that’s my girl ! Secret Santa's seem to have been very successful, I can’t believe that someone managed to find Ron Hill running gloves, even in that lurid shade of fuchsia, for only £2. Despite my abhorrence of pink they have already come in useful several times thank you Santa. Sharen also received a colourful present, I assume she will be turning up with bright red glittery nails on Sunday at Woodbank Park. As the evening wound on and mere mortal revellers wandered home, the SRC Ladies showed their stamina and determination to make the staff earn their bonuses. When I gave up some time Saturday morning, the hard core were just settling down to start the serious drinking. I try not to think about the walk back to the car, it was reminiscent of a certain half-marathon in June. Thanks to Lauren for organising a great night out and to SRC Ladies for all the laughs.

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Xmas Party Report’s

Children’s Christmas Party, Sunday 12th December Could a group of 17 0-10 year olds possibly have a better Christmas do than the adults had already enjoyed? Answer: YES! They partied in style – but not without a few hitches along the way… Back in October, we approached the cricket club and booked the room for this party. Entertainer was also booked and planning began. On the Wednesday before the party, Jon happened to mention it to one of the cricket club members and it turned out that the room had never actually been booked. No problem – it was available so it would be fine for us to use it. On the actual day, Mark put a post on the forum saying the cricket club had no idea about the party. Now, I‟m not one for getting stressed (honest!) but I did start to have a little panic. Anxiously arriving at the club an hour before the party was due to start, Adam and I were met by the cricketers again saying they didn‟t know about it. Thankfully, they were winding me up – possibly not the best time to choose to do that! So, we had a room. Buffet was set up and tables decorated. The room looked very festive as the cricketers had put up lovely decorations. Sharen and Rebecca arrived in full elf attire. All we needed was an entertainer and children… At 2.50 pm, Magic Mark arrived apologising profusely for being late. His excuse – Santa had blocked him in at his last party. I didn‟t feel I ought to ask any more questions. He set up quickly and at 3pm we were ready and 17 children were treated to games, magic, dancing and singing. The entertainment was excellent; the adults possibly enjoyed it more than the children! We took a quick break to eat and pull crackers, then it was back on the dance floor for more festive fun. Meanwhile, in Lapland, Santa was frantically searching his phone book for a replacement. You see, Santa‟s daughter was at the party and he was a little concerned that she would recognise him, especially with his Geordie accent (yes, they do speak Geordie in Lapland!) So at the last minute a new (fully CRB checked) Santa was called upon and did us proud, Amazingly, all of the children got presents that they really wanted – Olivia Russell was particularly impressed with Santa‟s intuition! All in all, the party was deemed a great success. Thanks to everyone involved – SRC for help with money, cricket club for the room and bar staff, everyone who helped with organisation (especially Emma and Steve), our elves, Santa, Magic Mark and anyone who helped in any way. The biggest thank you has to be to the children who all had a wonderful party and were extremely well behaved. Lauren

And a big thank you to Lauren for organising such a fantastic event. See the video to watch the ladies having a good time at the “Children‟s party”

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Race Report’s

Goa 5K, Sunday 19h December

Realising that having a holiday means more time for running I started looking to see if there were any races on while I was away. I soon found that on the 19 th December Vasco sports club in Goa was holding a half marathon and a 5k fun run. After chickening out of the half for fear of collapsing in the heat I opted to run the 5k. The venue was on Baina Beach in Vasco da Gama and I arrived there as the sun was rising. There was a band playing, hundreds of participants and a definite carnival mood going on. The run was due to start at 8.00am but true to Indian time keeping 8.00am came and went with no sign of a start time. The half had started over an hour earlier and as the first of the runners finished it was time to start the 5k. Managing to get towards the front of the crowd I was soon amidst a rabble of locals as they all jostled to get ahead of the pack. The starting gun went and for at least the first 200m It was total mayhem as everyone was barging through and pushing. It was just a case of keeping on your feet and trying not to stand on anybody else. Leaving the beachfront we headed inland along the closed streets. The mob of runners soon thinned as the non runners started to flag and slowed to walk. The route was simply out for a measured distance, u-turn and back the way you came. The streets were lined with spectators all cheering, bands playing and the occasional water station. The return leg of the run was much better, plenty of space to run in and even a bit of competitiveness. The local men are obviously not used to women running faster than them and I noticed a few of them up their pace as I was passing them. At the finish we were ushered down onto the beach were we were given bottles of water, orange juice and a box containing sandwiches, a banana, an apple and a savoury Indian snack. As the cost of the race entry was the grand total of 100 rupees, equating to approx £1.50 then it was worth the fee alone just for the picnic. So would I recommend this race to anybody else? Definitely! So when you‟re off on your hols this year, pack your Swinton top and search out a local race and enter it.

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Race Reportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Ribble Valley 10K, Monday 27th December

Mike, Paul and myself set of for this festive 10k run. All was well and we were nearly at our destination when by chance I checked Facebook via my phone.

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Race Series

Manchester Area XC Series

The cross country season is almost upon us, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to clean both the mud and the rust off those spikes. The series consists of 5 Cross Country races in and around the Greater Manchester area. Date

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Clayton Vale, Manchester

The next race in the last in the series

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Saturday 12th February 2011 Ladies 1:50pm Men 2:30pm If you can attend the Cross Country race please try and do so. Please check the website for more details If you have already received your number, please remember to bring it with you.

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Up and Coming Races Saturday 1st January Joe Salt New Years Day Trail Race

Sunday 6th February Radcliffe AC 10 Mile Trail Race

Saturday 1st January Vernon's “Limp Wrist” 5 Mile Run

Sunday 6th February Dewsbury 10K Road Race

Sunday 2nd January Alexandra Park 5K

Saturday 12th February Clayton Vale XC

Sunday 2nd January Woodbank Park XC

Sunday 12th February Winter Hill Fell Race

Sunday 9th January Garstang 10K

Saturday 19th February National XC Championships, Alton Towers

Sunday 9th January Hit the Trail 5, Reddish

Sunday 20th February Central Lancashire 5K, Bolton First Grand Prix Event of 2011

Sunday 23rd January Shell Four Villages Half Marathon

Sunday 27th February 22 Great North West Half Marathon, Blackpool nd

Sunday 23rd January Chernobyl 10K, Preston

Sunday 27th February 16th Village Bakery Half Marathon, Wrexham

Wilmslow Half Marathon is now full, so why not try

The most scenic traffic free 10 mile (approx.) forest trail race in the country Heaton Park - Park Run Every Saturday at 9am this 5km run is organised - free!!. All you have to do is let them know you're coming in advance. It has been suggested that it could become a Swinton regular event on the first Saturday of each month. Web page link Lucozade Sport have a van at the run every 4 to 5 weeks, giving away lots of freebies and advice.

Race Calendar Web Sites Look for all those local and not so local races on these web sites  Swinton RC Forum  Fetch  John Schofield  SoftSport SWINTON

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The wonderful Fetch does it all (running log, routes, race log, leagues, logs shoe miles, blogs, fetchmail & more!!) its a great place full of nice running types, a proper online community, its the place to see and be seen, AND its free!! King Fetch (Ian) is very good at responding to member requests about new site content and there are now a total of 13 Swinton Members using the site! Fetch (in my opinion Fetch has the Class!). Andrew

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Committee Meetings Regular meetings are now being held on the second Wednesday of every month at the club after pack runs. Notes from the November meeting below. The minutes for December will be approved at the January meeting and appear in that months Newsletter. Remember any member may sit in the meeting.

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Committee Meetings

The AGM is on Wednesday 12th January 2011 All are welcome to attend. There is a list of proposals on the noticeboard

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Social Events Pie Night - Last Wednesday of the Month Last Wednesday of every month.

Pie Night! Next one January 26th

Special Offer’s to Members Special Discount Rate for Swinton Running Club Members To match the offer made by both Prestwich and Leigh Road Physiotherapy Clinics, our very own Shirley Duckworth-Oates has lowered her rates. Shirley Duckworth-Oates MBCA, MSTAT, MATI Bsc Hons(Healthcare);Bsc Hons (Chiro); Msc.(Psych) Doctor of Chiropractic and Teacher of the Alexander Technique Telephone 0161 773 3395 Treatment rate for Swinton Running Club members: £25 (normally £35)

Special Discount Rate for Swinton Running Club Members

The usual price per session is £35, SRC members, on production of a current English Athletics card, will only pay £25. This offer is available at both the Leigh Road and Prestwich clinics. Anyone who wants to access the service but does not yet have their card can contact Barbara who will contact the clinic on their behalf. Please check there website for more details

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Race Results Corner Full race results can now be found on both the Swinton Running Club Website and the forum If you have ran a race and cannot find the details on either site please let me know.

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Secretary

Swinton Running club can provide you the opportunity to train and

Steve Doxey

compete at whatever level you choose. We are affiliated with the

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North of England Athletic Association for Road, Fell and Cross Coun-

Ian Thomas

try running. You can be part of a friendly informal running club with

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members from local runners to fun runners - all enjoying taking part in

Barbara Bayliss

a sport that provides the chance for everyone to find the event that

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suits them best. We regularly compete in local races at all age and

Jonathan Mellor

ability levels. Some of us just come down to the club to run and don't

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want to enter races but like to train with like minded people and enjoy

Steve Doxey

the social side of being with a club (we do have a bar !!!).

Ladies Captain Rebecca Mills Web Site & Forums Steve Hart

Important Membership Notice 2009/2010 registration fees have been paid to England Athletics. Any member who has not paid will be automatically removed from the database at the end of June, anybody who wants to continue as a member must pay their fee and I will ask EA to reinstate them. Cards will be sent out in the next few weeks, if you don't receive one and think you have paid then please let me know. If any new members need their registration number please email me - barbara.bayliss2@btinternet.com 2010/2011 fees will be payable in January 2011, instead of October 2010, to bring us in line with EA.

We have said it before and will say it again: We hope that you enjoy this occasional newsletter. If you are sick of it clogging up your in box, let me know and I will take you off the circulation list.

Steve

If you have any race reports, photos, announcements or any news that would be of interest to the others members please let just know.

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