2005 News Archive
2005 Handicap Race
This years event was treated
to clear blue skies (and sub-zero temperatures!) and the 5.2 mile event was
won by new member Jo Campbell with Rebecca Jackson in second place. Thanks
must go to Gordon for the organisation, Eileen for the teas & flapjacks
and to the marshals for braving the conditions.
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Pete
Noad shares his extensive knowledge of the intricacies of handicapping
with Gordon before the start, this advice helped him to a courageous
last place.........
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Jo
Campbell receives her award from Chairman Gordon Reay
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2nd
place went to Rebecca Jackson
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The
competition was fierce throughout the field with several close finishes
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2005 Awards
Following the Handicap
event awards were made to this years club champions.
| Ladies Challenge Trophy | |
| Overall & FV60 | Judy Brucker |
| FV35 | Alison Gormley |
| Senior | Hayley Jackson |
| Mens Challenge Trophy | |
| Overall & MV40 | Steve Wigmore |
| MV45 | Martyn Greaves |
| MV50 | Keith Valetine |
| Time Trial Men | Paul Aylett 5.3% improvement |
| Time Trial Ladies | Eunice Millichip 16% improvement |
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2006
FLM club places
The draw
was also made for the club's 4 London Marathon places. The allocation of one
of these places was at the discretion of the commitee and it was decided to
offer this place to Andy Spriggs in recognition of his efforts organising
this years 10k. However Andy has his own entry for next year and declined
the place, we would like to take this opportunity to thank Andy for all of
his work in support of the club in recent years.
The 4 names out of the hat were:
Peter Leuw
Gareth Leighton
John Booker
Marie Powell
Good luck to all taking part!
Brooks Sussex Veterans Cross Country Championships Denne Park
Horsham Vets taste
Gold
The hills of Denne Park were the venue for the annual Brooks Sussex Veterans
Cross Country Championships on Sunday. There were 2 events on the day, with
separate categories for men and ladies. Horsham Joggers had one of their best
results of the season with Steve Wigmore, Pete O'Connell and Gary Thayre taking
gold for the team v40, continuing Horsham's regular showing in the medals.
Horsham Joggers Tony Johnson and Martin Owens both posted 40.29 and 41.51
respectively over the 5.86mile course, good times considering the tough undulating
terrain.
The 3.85mile ladies event saw a good showing for the club too, with Sheila
Dunne coming home 8th in the v45 and Hayley Jackson and Val Purnell posting
creditable times of 33.13 and 31.00. This was another good day for the prospering
local club.
Nik Tobutt 16th December 2005
Brighton 10k
A perfect sunny winter's
morning in Brighton was the scene for the latest race in the Sussex Grand
Prix series. The ideal racing conditions on the renowned fast course made
for perfect racing conditions, borne out by Bristol and West AC's Nigel Leighton's
winning time of 30:23.
In a field of 2000 Horsham Joggers contingent of 21 posted some very respectable
times. Steve Wigmore was again first Horsham Jogger and 8th V40 in 34.09.
Of the rest special mention must be made of Tony Johnson who came home in
39.19, continuing to improve and show impressive form. Best ladies were Lucinda
Green (40.09), Moyra Jordan (6th Female 45 in 42.00) and Alison Gormley in
42.21. Horsham Joggers stalwart John Booker finished in 43.23.
Complete Horsham Joggers results:
| Name | Category |
Cat
Pos
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Chip
Time
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| Steve Wigmore | M40 |
8
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00:34:09
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| Steve Ogborn | MSEN |
29
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00:35:31
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| Gareth Leighton | MSEN |
65
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00:38:02
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| Nigel Edney | M40 |
33
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00:38:03
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| Tony Johnson | M40 |
57
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00:39:16
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| Lucinda Graves | FSEN |
14
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00:40:09
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| John Birkens | M40 |
82
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00:40:43
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| Moyra Jordan | F45 |
6
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00:42:00
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| Alison Gormley | F35 |
14
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00:42:21
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| Ian Mintram | M40 |
118
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00:43:08
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| John Booker | M50 |
42
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00:43:23
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| Matthew O'Hara | M40 |
140
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00:44:22
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| Alan Swetman | M40 |
156
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00:45:29
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| Andy Jefford | MSEN |
311
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00:48:12
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| Richard Bourne | MSEN |
316
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00:47:35
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| Gordon Reay | M40 |
254
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00:52:01
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| Judy Brucker | F55 |
7
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00:52:01
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| Rhoda Bruce | F35 |
94
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00:51:39
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| Mariann Powell | F35 |
113
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00:53:51
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| Julia Gregurec | F45 |
49
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00:54:48
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| Jonathan Whitty | M50 |
150
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00:55:37
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Nik Tobutt 30th November 2005
Barns Green Half Marathon
Well done to everyone
who took part in the 2005 BG half. Its popularity continues and this year
a record number of 1,524 runners started the race and it was gratifying to
see the number of Horsham Joggers featured in the West Sussex County Times
report.
HJ Results Highlights:
19th Overall & 1st Male Horsham Jogger Steve Wigmore 1:20:29
56th Overall & 2nd V50 Men Keith Valentine 1:26:24
159th Overall & 1st Female Horsham Jogger Lucinda Graves 1:33:44
765th Overall & 1st V60 Ladies Judy Brucker 1:59:12
Over the weekend we also
had some guests from TG Lage including Jochen & Tilo Nitsche seen below
with Ray Ageros, and from Holland Harry VD Laak and Willemien Gjsbers, happily
sandwiched between Richard & Zoe.
Thanks to Dave Maurice
for info & photos. 4th November 2005
