Yeovil to Swindon Relay- This weekend another glorious chapter was written in the history of Yeovil Town Road Running Club, its not just a running club, it's THE RUNNING CLUB!
I have to mention the three by name - NIGEL MOYSEY, NICK BROOKE, SIMON BAKER. If you have ever run a marathon, imagine doing 3 in a row and then add another few miles......
A Report from Nigel, one of the famous 3 80 milers
Well, what a cracking day – from departure from Huish Park a little after 6.00 p.m. on Friday to arriving at The County Ground in Swindon at 01.45 p.m. on Saturday and back in Yeovil a little over 24 hours after leaving.
I really don’t know where to start or finish so I’ll lust jot a few disconnected thoughts that don’t by any means do justice to the huge enjoyment this event provided for me.
The fantastic atmosphere through the whole event.
The huge support given by the relay runners to the full distance runners. They must have been really bored by the (mine in particular) slow pace for the final thirty miles, but not a murmur of dissent – just support and encouragement.
The most mentionable moment – for me was Simon Baker’s sprint up the almost quarter mile long Hodson Hill at the 77 mile mark. The steepest tarmac climb on the route – and having done it he jogged half way back, did the second half again, still beat most of us to the top and wasn’t even blowing!
The brilliant welcome at Swindon – when they realised we were there. Far and away beyond anything I’d expected.
The weather – couldn’t have been better.
The fantastic support team, who deserve an individual mention:
Sally – for all her work in the lead up weeks and keeping everyone organised throughout. Brilliant;
Brian – for driving the minibus and keeping everyone cheerful along the way, although I understand that his snoring prevented the rest of the team sleeping;
Adam – for bringing his camper, providing warmth, sustenance, transport and facilities – and for accepting the mud and muck as “part of the job”;
Steve – for providing and driving the Total Buzz Events safety vehicle – and doing an excellent job;
and Theresa – What can I say. Dropping me off to recce the course in stages on Saturdays and Sundays in the lead up weeks and waiting for hours at the end each time to bring me home, learning the route and exactly how to find the stage changeovers, worrying about driving around the “Magic Roundabout”, controlling my sponsorship and getting the cash off me before I spent it but most of all for me, being there.
Also to Paul Proudley at Dorset Vehicle Rentals for providing the minibus totally free of charge.
I could ramble for hours but will finish with a plea.
Could all of those who have raised sponsorship – and you can still do so – please send to Theresa (as she’s banker for mine she’s happy to coordinate the lot.) as soon as possible, or there’s a Just Giving page that will remain open for three months: Swindon Just Giving
Any cheques, best if payable to Yeovil Town RRC. Of sponsorship that I’m aware of there’s at least £1,600 at present . Every little extra will help.
And the one disappointment – the result of the game – 4-1 to Swindon, which I must say was a true reflection on the respective performances.
Nick Replied - What's that, Phil? Return journey? Who said yesterday "If I have any more daft ideas just tell me where to stuff it." What a fantastic journey it was, much better than the train to Swindon, faster too.
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| Fuel Loading |
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| Overnight going strong |
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| Jane, 32 miles and still smiling |
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| Only 80 miles....ish |
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| The Super, Incredible Team |
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| Safety Car - Thanks Guys |
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| Sally smiling after all the hard work BEFORE the run |
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| On the Pitch |
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| The Famous Brilliant Unequalled 3 80+ Miles and still smiling!! |
Today was the Wimborne 10, Nick was there jogging and cycling around supporting Flora and the Green and Whites, really appreciated Nick!!
97th Paul Rogers 1:11:32
164th Terry Byrne 1:16:00
355th Kate Downton 1:34:02
366th Anita Rufus 1:34:20
381st Lynne Margaret Thumpston 1:36:21
396th Flora Brooke 1:37:19
A good race in great conditions, well organised, nice atmosphere
Results are here
Had this in from Adam
Just to say had a good hash today from Templecombe - muddy but lovely scenery
Amazing event the run to Swindon. Incredible performance by the three who ran all the way!!!
Any help would be gratefully received for our next Primary Schools' Cross Country event.
It is this Tuesday [20th] at Yeovil Town Football Club.
Help from 2.00pm setting out the course and or 3.30 marshalling.
The races start at 3.50 and are finished by 4.30.
Last month at Aldon Hill 430 children took part!!
Thanks
Adam
Had this in from Tony Watts
Well done to those who did swindon relay :-)
Me and Jon did the White Horse Gallop in Westbury today. its a challenging 5 mile trail run up to the top of Westbury White Horse hill and back again!! Jon was 4th in 32.21 and was 1st male vet 40! I was 9th in 37.30 and Judith wilson was 31st in 44.38. 49 runners did it.
Tony
Well done guys
Important news from Matt
Wessex League Cross Country - 25th November 2012
Hudson's Fields, Salisbury
Everyone welcome, don't worry about ability, just think of it as a Sunday morning version of a summer club run. The course is basically over playing fields so its not exactly difficult ground. It's quite low-key with maybe 40-50 people across the local area taking part.
Everyone to meet at the football club at 9:30am to arrive at Salisbury for 10:30 and we will share transport (or make your own way). YTRRC pay the entry fee.
Please run in your YTRRC vest/shirt and bring safety pins for your number. Those who have already performed at a Wessex League fixture this year MUST bring their running number.
If possible, please email Tim Hawkins at runnerhasbeen@yahoo.co.uk to let him know you expect to take part. If unsure, speak to Matt Driver (at the club or via facebook) and he will reassure you.
Matt and Tim (and others) will be taking part and the team need YOU to ensure the YTRRC Team gets results. There are Men, Women and age ranked places so please come along and have a go.
Lesley has sent in the latest results for Street 5k - Wednesday 14th November.
Nathan Young (Wells City Harriers) - 00:15:31
Dave Boxer - 00:22:14
Rachel Hayton - 00:22:24 (1st FV35+)
Lesley Nesbitt - 00:24:27
Adam Hawkins - 00:29:37
There were 92 recorded finishers
Full Results -
here
Run Britain Newsletter
Everything else is on the web site, and we are going to be running BACK from Swindon next March. Enjoy the XC, be there!!
Details of EVERYTHING else is on the web site, I will be at the Club Night on Tuesday, see you all there
Club Website
Recover well, keep doing those base miles, have a great weekend
Terry
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