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Glooston 10K: We hope you enjoyed your run. Results
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Summer TrainingTraining on Wednesday 28th is from the sports ground on Weir Lane, Houghton on the Hill (take the turn opposite the CO-OP). We have the usual road run through Gaulby and Kings Norton, plus a couple of shorter routes incorporating a bit of footpath. Routes. Ceri Sets the Standard
Ceri took his excellent form to Newark and came away with his first sub-40 minute 10K. His was also rewarded with a 20th place finish in the Notfast Open event. Round the Houses at Hungarton
Last minute road works led to a slightly modified (lengthened) route but don't worry, the beloved hills were still there! Miguel, Emma and Rob T all made their debuts in style and there was a fantastic return to form for Jon. There were eye-catching performances from Clare, Ceri and Jerry, amongst others. Provisional results: Ladies, Men. Prestwold Purgatory
When you're thinking of appropriate punishments for over-paid, over-hyped and over-matched England footballers, running Prestwold on a hot summer day would be high on the list. While Fabio's boys were still dreaming of unrealistic World Cup glory, the brave runners of Leicestershire were flogging round an airfield trying to convince themselves they do this for fun! Fortunately, everyone put survival ahead of glory and there were no Roadhogg casualties. In fact, things looked better than they did at Desford. Mark's troubled hamstring gave Nick the opportunity to keep their bet alive, but he had to pull out a PBish performance to do it. Ceri and Trudy seemed to go well and it was great to welcome Celine in her first race for the club. Gordon’s the Glooston Governor
When two of Leicestershire’s finest, Gordon Lee and county half Marathon champion Mark Powell went head to head at the Glooston 10K, Garry Payne’s course record looked set to be consigned to the history books. The pair surged away from the start, Gordon setting a scorching pace as they went through the first mile in 4.41. A second mile of 4.50 was too much for Mark and he gradually lost touch. The Coritanian athlete eased his pace a little on the second lap but by this time both victory and course record were assured. Finishing in 31.59, he slashed more than 2 minutes off the 3-year old mark set in the inaugural race. So good was the field that the first four runners all bettered the previous mark. In the ladies race there was a maiden victory for Roadhoggs’ own Clare O’Neill in a personal best time of 42.07. Roadhoggs also capped a memorable evening by wrapping up the mixed team prize (Nick, Mark, Clare and Ruth). Roadhoggs would like to thank everyone who gave their time to help stage the race and to express their gratitude to sponsors; Leicester Running Shop, Swithland Spring Water, and Total Office Maintenance. Full results and picture gallery. If you would like a higher resolution version of your picture e.g. for printing, contact us and we'll send it (FOC). Steamy Swithland
Hog Roast!
As the mercury approached the upper seventies, 24 intrepid Hoggs put on their knotted handkerchiefs and hit the roads. While usual suspects (Dave L and Dale) melted, the rest carried on as normal. We had 5 men in the top 100 (Mike, Mark, Nick, Peter and Ludovic) and Clare recorded an excellent 14th. Full report, results and statistics. Paul Chases Gebrselassie HomeWorld Marathon record holder Haile Gebrselassie's attempt on the course record in the Great Manchester Run was blown off course by poor weather conditions (he only managed 28.02 for 10K!). Paul, on the other hand, is made of sterner stuff and put in an excellent performance; lowering his PB by more than a minute to 44.42. Jerry: Sub-90 at Hinckley
Jerry put his excellent form to good use, recording a personal best for the Half Marathon and breaking the 90-minute barrier for the first time. In the same race, Fiona T made her debut over the distance. PB Double at Silverstone
Neil and John took advantage of their Marathon training and an almost still evening to record huge personal best performances in the Silverstone 10K, the first race of the East Midlands Grand Prix series. Neil lowered his mark by 2.33 and John by 1.36. Marathon Man II: The Comeback!
There were many reasons to celebrate Roadhoggs' assault on the London Marathon; A record 9 finishers (10 if we can claim Shimul), PB's for Rob, Angela, Paul and Ceri, Mark back under 3 hours, inspiring debuts, but I hope you'll forgive me for giving pride of place to Keith, the man who has inspired a generation of Hogg Marathoners. After years of injury, when he must have wondered whether he'd ever be able to run further than the end of his street, it is such a pleasure to see him knock out a 4 hour Marathon, just like he'd never been away. Rob Strikes BackAny satisfaction that Simon might have felt in beating Rob's Marathon PB, lasted precisely 1 week! Despite unfavourably warm conditions and a course described as very hilly, Rob lowered his personal benchmark to an outstanding 3.12. He also picked up the prize for being 1st MV50, to add to his growing collection. Simon Rocks by the Seaside
Dark horse Simon swapped the shadow of the Eiffel tower for that of its little English brother in Blackpool and recorded a personal landmark with a magnificent 3.13.07 clocking. Bec Bashes BelvoirRebecca scorched to a fantastic new 1.36.41 PB in the Belvoir Half Marathon. Ludovic also put in a superb performance (1.32.32) in his first effort over the distance and Valerie exceeded her expectations in hers. There was a welcome return to form for Peter and 'Mr Half Marathon (Dale) cranked out another good one. Hitesh helped himself to what looks like a new PB and Emma warmed up nicely for the Shakespeare. John had what can only be described as a 'game of two halves'. A rather flawed fuelling strategy (he didn't eat properly) meant he played the first half like Chelsea and the second like Darlington. Leicester Running Shop LRRL: Markfield 10KAnother decent day, albeit with a challenging wind, and more heroics from Mike (11th) and Bec (22nd and PB). Tom celebrated his final race as a bachelor with a good run and Ludovic continued his march up the standings. Full report, results and statistics . Leicester Running Shop LRRL: Asfordby 7
The return of Zorro! We were missing a few of our quicker men but the man they call Zorro rode to the rescue. Mike, Mark and Nick all went well and Ludovic made a big step forward. Bec shone in a rather select ladies team with 26th. Results, statistics and full report. Bosworth BattlersWhilst Nick was setting a new PB in Barcelona, Jerry was leading the Hoggs in the final league race of the season with a fine 74th place. Craig and Dale provided top 100 back up. Bec starred for the ladies with 19th but despite Emma and Hannah's sterling efforts, we were one short. Kim's report to follow, results on the Derby Runner site. Super Nick Goes Top 10!
There's just no stopping him! Nick followed up his second top 20 Derby Runner finish with a stunning 8th place in the hardest race in the county, the Charnwood Hills. Grace DieuThe ground was mostly firm from the overnight freeze, so the pace was punishing. Nick reminded us all what it is to be young - a speed session the day before, a night partying, next to no sleep and his best ever finish; 15th. Bec and Emma continued their good run with 21st and 23rd, respectively. Captain Kim's report, results on the Derby Runner site. Leicester Running Shop LRRL: Barrow 6Another beautiful morning, a huge field and a record Roadhogg turn out. Thirty Hoggs including plenty of new faces and some old friends joined the throng for a Winter League favourite. Ludovic, Valerie, Sumina and Fiona all made their debuts, Mat made a welcome return to the fold and we had a flying visit from Craig. Results, full report and statistics. Gloucester Marathon
Rob won the MV50 prize in a superb 3.21 and John continued to show why he was 'Most Improved Runner of 2009' with another PB (3.37). Jon defied the pain from his dodgy knee to come home in 3.44. Leicester Running Shop LRRL: Ashby 5After all the ice and snow we were treated to perfect racing conditions. Mark, despite his dodgy hamstring playing up, broke the top 20 for the first time in a while and Nick was just outside the top 30. John Stew and Neil broke their PBs, Tom showed impressive early season form, Baz rolled back the years and there were plenty of useful performances. For the ladies, Bec and Emma made the top 50. Full report, results and statistics. Athlete of the Year
Forget SPOTY (BBC Sports Personality of the Year), this is the one they all wanted to win! It was hardly a cliff-hanger though - such have been his performances this year, that if Nick had lost it would have been the biggest shock since John Prescott refused the last pie! Also honoured were Clare O'Neil (Cross Country Award), Charlotte Wood (Ladies' Road Running Award), Nick again (Men's Road Running Award), John Stew (Most Improved Athlete), Barry Waterfield (Chairman's Award) and Kim Richardson (Services to Roadhoggs Award). There was also a special award from the membership for Colin Smith whose dedication to the sport, in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, has inspired us all. More pictures. Keyworth and BedfordThere were big performances as a host of Hoggs tackled the last half Marathons of the year, relishing the helpfully cool conditions. At the Turkey Trot, Stef and Charlotte obliterated their PBs, comfortably breaking the 1.40 barrier into the bargain. Clare recorded another superb result (ladies top 20 and a big PB) and Dave finished a difficult season with a decent performance. Keith emerged unscathed from his first high mileage race in a long time and showed how much he can achieve on minimal training. At Bedford Rob and Angela added fast halves to their long list of achievements. Aylestone MeadowsBeautiful sunshine, a great little course and another fantastic turn out - Kim was in cross country heaven! Paul and Hina made their debuts and Stef, Hitesh and Emma came back for more. We even got a blast from the past when Steve Clegg decided he couldn't ignore a race right on his doorstep. In the race, Nick showed the benefits of Mark's speed sessions with a fantastic 20th and Clare put her off-road training to good use in making the top ten (10th). Results on the Derby Runner League website full report from Kim on the Cross Country page. Jerry Smashes 40-minute Barrier
Jerry found himself a nice flat 10K down south and produced a really special performance, clocking 39.00 and finishing 16th in the Beddington Park race. Forza ForemarkKim's prayers were answered - 11 men and, wait for it, 5 ladies turned out to sample the delights of 'proper' cross country. We had debuts from Emma, Anita, Stef and Hitesh. Nick stormed home 24th and Clare put in another excellent performance to lead the ladies in. If this sort of turnout continues, we really will have to follow the herd and invest in a tent! Results (Derby Runner Site) and Report. What a Week!
Angela and Rob followed up their superb performances in the Snowdonia Marathon last Sunday by lifting 2nd VL45 and 2nd VM50 awards (respectively) at the LRRL presentation evening. Awesome!
Nick, Simon and Neil slash minutes off their PBs and Nick finishes a sensational 21st in the Leicester Half Marathon. There are more Hoggs, ex-Hoggs and 'hopefully soon to be' Hoggs than you can shake a stick at. In the full, Dale battles cramp and John Stew knocks out a 4 hour Marathon on virtually no training. Podium Girls
We had an outstanding result in the Kibworth Half Marathon. Over a testing course Angela finished 1st lady vet and 2nd lady over all. She was followed by Clare (3rd lady) who is starting to recapture the form she showed at the beginning of the year. Rob grabbed a first top ten finish, John McD 11th and several other Hoggs conquered those hills! Happy Birthday Roadhoggs!
Founding member Kim and new member Paul celebrate Roadhoggs' 25th anniversary by cutting a birthday cake. A large number of present and former members enjoyed an evening of food and entertainment to mark the club's silver jubilee. Rod Stewart's 'little brother' treated us to some excellent musical entertainment and resident 'fun meister' Keith organised a "whose knees are these" competition which left winner Charlotte with some tricky questions to answer! Club Handicap: Chris is Champ!
Chris Peach made light of tricky conditions and a challenging handicap to win the 3rd annual 10K handicap race. Neil Winkless was second and Dale Jenkins third as all three managed to beat their handicap time. Full results. Huncote 5Assured debuts for David, Hitesh and Serena and another big step forward for Paul. Plenty of other PBs; including Angela, Chris, Dale and Nick. Mark reasserts his authority. Full report to follow, results and statistics as soon as I get them. Hungarton 7
A great evening for running and a wonderful, challenging course. Nick broke the top 40 and Chris reminded us how much he likes those hills! Full report to follow. Provisional Results. Prestwold 10K: Super Sally Saves the Day
We were down to the bare bones at Prestwold, with holidays, illnesses, injuries and even christenings intervening. What better day then, for Sally to banish her demons and come racing again? There was also a good showing from the "inspirational lappers" (see below) as Trudy, John, Barry, Alison, Neil, Nick and Dave turned out for more punishment. There were top class performances from Rob who broke 40 minutes for the first time, Nick who set another PB and Neil who annihilated his, with his first sub-7m/m performance. Full report, results and statistics. Roadhoggs: "An Inspiration"Roadhoggs picked up the "Inspiration" award at the Rainbows 100 Lap Challenge. Despite being 7 runners short, we completed the challenge in 2 hours 31 minutes, with a team whose ages ranged from 14 to 73 (and we weren't last!). Thanks and congratulations to Nick (who scorched through 11 laps), Alison, Dave, Neil, John S, Trudy, Euan Sutherland, Charlotte, Emma, Fi, Fuzzy, Aileen (F&K) and Barry. Gemma Steel Sets Glooston Record
The headline performance came from Gemma Steel who smashed Tara Kryzwicki's course record with a classy and determined effort which saw her finish 2nd over all. She said afterwards that she had come with the intention of grabbing the record and she made her intentions clear from the start. After running most of the first mile (which see did in 5.30) with fellow Charnwood athlete Glen North she forged out on her own, running solo behind race winner Gareth Deacon for the rest of the race. Coritanian Gareth Deacon surged away from the field right from the gun and steadily built his advantage over the field, finishing with an advantage of almost 3 minutes over Glenn North. In the team competition, Huncote Harriers retained their title from 2008. For Roadhoggs, Nick Cobley put in a storming run for 7th place (only 2 seconds outside his PB) and Neil Winkless improved on the PB he set at Swithland. 2009 RESULTS and Pictures of every finisher. Stormy Swithland
The man they call Zorro returned to the ranks at Swithland! Nick and Neil grabbed PBs, Lindsay (in her first ever race) and Paul made light of appalling conditions to make encouraging debuts. Full report, statistics. Brilliant Bec Beats 4 Hours!
Rebecca made a fantastic Marathon debut, completing Edinburgh in 3.53. Others braving the heat were Rob (3.28), Angela (3.30) John S (3.59 with a dodgy hip) and Jon (4.19 on one leg). Hinckley Hot Again!
A record number of Hoggs braved the warmer than expected conditions. Congratulations to Emma who made her league debut and Neil and Caz who capped theirs with PBs. Even without Mark and Peter, our top 4 (Nick, John McD, Rob and Simon) broke 1.30 and the top 100. Charlotte surprised herself with a superb 1.46 and Colin completed his first Half in 6 years looking like he'd just run round the block! Full report. Results. Statistics. More Milstead Magic and John Gets Revenge!
Rob Milstead followed his PB last week at the Bungay Black Dog with another in the Shakespeare Marathon. His time of 3.13.47 has added significance as it will qualify him for London and Boston. Another notable performance came from John Stew. A year ago, this event thwarted his attempt to break the 4 hour barrier but this time the tables were turned as John recorded a fine 3.47.39. Leicester Running Shop LRRL: Desford 10K |
Desford Quarter Marathon
Dale Jenkins 20th, 45.57 Notfast 10KCeri Davies 20th, 39.28 (PB) MK 10K
John Stew 148th, 45.01 Rothley 10K
Mike Munday 6th, 35.12 Banbury 5
Dave Lodwick 102nd, 34.12 Weedon 10K
Dave Lodwick 101st, 44.03 Chester MarathonJohn Stew 3.46.46 Corby 5John Stew 134th, 35.11 (PB) Bedford 6
Dave Lodwick 123rd, 41.20 Rugby 6
John Stew 137th, 42.17 (PB) Hinckley Half Marathon
Peter Sloneczny 37th, 1.26.11 Silverstone 10K
Neil Winkless 170th, 40.55 (PB) Woodhouse May Day Challenge (13.5)
Dave Lodwick 33rd, 1.45.46 Uttoxeter Half MarathonPeter Sloneczny 22nd 1.24.30 Virgin London Marathon
Mark Chamberlain 898th, 2.57.39 ShakespeareMarathon
John Stew 235th, 3.44.54 Half MarathonDale Jenkins 188th, 1.39.27 Bungay Black DogMarathonRob Milstead 17th (1st MV50), 3.12.17 (PB) Half MarathonCharlotte Wood 101st, 1.43.11 Blackpool MarathonSimon Fryer 47th, 3.13.07 (PB) Belvoir HM
Peter Sloneczny 77th, 1.26.21 Equinox 14.2
Dale Jenkins 9th, 1.43.37 Ashby 20
Simon Fryer 113th, 2:27:29 Duchy Marathon
Rob Milstead 22nd, 3.19.12 St Valentines 30KCeri Davies 313th, 2.30.41 Barcelona Half
Mark 105th, 1.18.27 Charnwood Hills
Nick Cobley 8th, 1.36.35 Gloucester Marathon
Rob Milstead 32nd, 3.21.30 Huncote Hash
Nick Cobley 14th, 45.54 Barrow Boxing Day Handicap
Matt Topham 28th, 40.45 Bedford Half Marathon
Rob Milstead 147th, 1.28.49 Keyworth Turkey Trot
Peter Sloneczny 137th, 1.32.59 Seagrave Wolds Challenge
Dale Jenkins 51st, 2.10 Shepshed 7
Nick Cobley 20th, 44.07 Snowdonia Marathon
Rob Milstead 88th (2nd V50), 3.26.06 Leicester Marathon
Dale Jenkins 403rd, 3.58.29 Leicester Half
Nick Cobley 21st, 1.20.12(PB) Kibworth Half
Rob Milstead 10th, 1.29.22 Robin Hood Half
Rob Milstead 129th, 1.27.10 Hermitage 10K
Paul Langham 77th, 47.42 NSPCC Milton Keynes HMFazila Hajat 1037th, 2.16.50 Hickling Corn Dolly 8.2
Nick Cobley 9th, 51.41 Rothley 10K
Fiona Sutherland 353rd, 56.12 Edinburgh Marathon
Rob Milstead 774th, 3.28.39 Clawson 10K Challenge
Baz Barratt 27th, 55.10 Arnesby May Fayre
Dale Jenkins 11th, 34.43 Rugby 6
Rob Milstead 98th, 40.21 Silverstone 10K
Rob Milstead 122nd, 40.51 Flora London Marathon
Angela Ladkin 5035th (686th), 3.35.34 Bungay Black Dog MarathonRob Milstead, 3.17.17 (PB) Belvoir Half Marathon
Simon Fryer 92nd, 1.31.21 Paris MarathonSimon Fryer 3819th, 3.19.42 PB Ashby 20
Ceri Davies 183rd, 2.32.52 Bath Half MarathonCraig Atton 521st, 1:28:42 The Friends of Mick'n'Phil Half MarathonJohn Hallissey 62nd, 1.42.23 At Last - John is a 4-hour Hero!
John finally succeeded in getting the monkey off his back (it must have seemed like the full 300lb gorilla) when he smashed the 4-hour barrier in the Draycott Water Marathon. His time of 3.40.41 was 23 minutes inside the best of his string of near (and not so near) misses. Stamford Valentines 30K
Ceri Davies 171st, 2.22.02 Charnwood Hills Race
Seven Hoggs took on the biggest challenge that Leicestershire has to offer - the 13.5 mile/470m ascent Charnwood Hills Race - in near zero conditions. Snow was falling by the time the last runners made their way to the finish. Congratulations to Nick (62nd), Karl (93rd), Craig (125th), Dale (154th), Chris (177th), Baz (235th) and Fazila (386th). Full results (Bowline CC) WANTED!
Have you seen this man - last seen carrying out a daring raid on Asda in Oadby? Do not approach, as his mad ideas are frequently infectious! Huncote Hash
Nick Cobley 35th, 47.29 Shepshed 7
Jon Heap 125th, 51.52 Snowdonia Marathon
Rob Milstead 161st, 3.35.52 Leicester City Marathon
Dale Jenkins 134th, 3.31.24 (PB) Half
Simon Fryer 67th, 1.28.16 (PB) Great North RunRebecca Bromwich 2684th, 1.40.17 Mablethorpe Marathon
Rob Milstead 25th, 3.24.56 Robin HoodMarathon John Stew 616th, 4.07.44 Half Marathon
Dale Jenkins 579th, 1.37.51 The Dakin Diet
NSPCC MK Half Marathon
Trudy Sharpe 546th, 1.54.01 Worthington 5Peter Sloneczny 12th, 30.56 EMGP: MK 10K
Rob Milstead 105th, 42.20 Hickling Corn Dolly
Dale
Jenkins 27th, 59.32 EMGP: Harborough 5
Mark Chamberlain 27th, 29.16 |
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