27 Days till Awards Night

The Ilminster 10k

First of all a brief history of this event, the Ilminster 10k was organised by the Ilminster Lions Club with all the money going to local charities, then two years ago the Council slapped a £800 bill for a road closure making the race unviable so it was cancelled. The local running Clubs then decided to run the race anyway as a Sunday run and donated money to the Lions Club. It was a great turn out by all the local clubs and made the local papers (not the Western Gazette).

Maria-Jane Wadey   from Chard Running Club posted about running it again today so a plan was hatched in a few days with two options, run from Montacute to Ilminster (11 miles) and then run the 10k or drive to Ilminster and complete the 10k.

Those that ran from Montacute met at 9:00am and made our way to Ilminster via Norton, Over Stratton and then onto Ilminster.

We split into two groups with a fast group and a slightly slower group, all was well till we came to a flooded lane near Over Stratton. Then as we looked for a way round the said flood a local man in his car decided to park in the middle of the flood and get out of his car. Just a normal thing to do in the middle of Somerset.

Anyway we climbed a fence ran through a wet field through a vineyard and boxed round the flood.

 The slightly slower group went through the flood and washed their trainers. We finally all made it to Ilminster for the 10k. The local press were there (not the Western Gazette) and took a YTRRC group photograph so it was on with the Club vests, make-up on and make a pose.

Finally the run started and off we all went.

There were a couple of stops for people to re group but it was getting a bit chilly so after a while we carried on to keep warm.

Once we all made it back to Ilminster it was Cake and Tea time and a collection was made for the Charity, in total £40 was raised. It was a great turn out by the Club as we had loads at the Hilly Gilly. Well done to all the Runners and all the other Clubs that make this a great event.

Slam Hats

See below the list of members who have, or will have shortly, earned their Slam Hat. If you name is NOT on the list but should be please let me know asap with the name of race, date of race and completed time. This must be with me by next Sunday, 8th November please, as the company producing these need time for ordering/embroidering etc. Hopefully, I haven't missed anyone, but apologies if I have.

Mini Slam: Claire Barnes, Katie Brooks, Martin Aldermann
Claire Rowswell, Lenny Carroll, Stacey Black
Dawn Haig-Brown, Louise McKenna, Stephanie Brearley
Debbie Keeble, Louise Ward, Tracy Phinn
Fez Parker, Mandy Travers, Trevor Strelley
Georgina Samways

Grand Slam: Anita Rufus, Kat Hurford, Mark Larcombe
Frances Swatridge, Kimberley Lonsdale, Matt Warr
Jo Crane, Kyra Bonner, Paul Bonner
Jon Crane, Malcolm Maxted, Sarah Hyett
Judith Wilson

Super Slam: Andy Merrick, Guy Williams, Paul Walford
Anna Lloyd, Helen Nesbitt, Richard Dodge
Catherine Hansford, Lesley Nesbitt, Rob Jones
Darren Atyeo, Lindsay Saunders, Sally Walford
Gary Stickley, Mel Denham

Gilly Hilly

With the last few weeks to go this was one of the last chances for points. A good turn out from the Green and Whites. There are no results yet.

Matt got a pb so well done to him and a well deserved medal and bar of chocolate or two.

As per normal in true YTRRC fashion tea and cakes followed or medals if you were that hungry.

Linsey didn't run but took some great photographs 

I think the Land Rover won

 



New York Marathon

Anita is as I type running around New York, looking at her pace of 10:10 Anita's estimated finish time is 4:27. At the 15k marker she was 1:34:45. All the best to Anita and hope she enjoys the experience. Up date both Simon and Anita have now finished and Simon managed 3:34 and Anita came in at 4:50, well done both of you, hope the experience was great.

Weston Super Mare Half Marathon

Kevin Stenner raced the Weston Half today in 1:30:58, good time well done.


The Three Lake Challenge 

Pete Jakeman, Paul Allen and I went to Milton Keynes during the week for the World famous Three Lake Challenge. The first day was at Willen Lake  in the sun and 7 and a bit laps.

The second day was at Furzton Lake and the forecast was for rain but at 9:30 when the Race started it stopped and remained good running weather for the rest of the day. This was 17 and a bit laps

Team Yeovil

The third and last lake was Caldecotte Lake, another 7 and a bit laps with a well deserved full English at the end there was then the mad dash to get back for the Pub Run.

With half a Pizza of Medals for the three days a big well done to Pete on his first Triple Marathon. The Full results can be seen here. The cumulative results were Paul in second place, me in third and Pete in 7th. Look forward to seeing some more to join Team Yeovil next year, Lynne is first on the list I believe.

Parkrun

Adam ran the Fountains Abbey Parkrun on Saturday with a lovely backdrop.

London Marathon Places

The Club have been given 2 places for next year's London Marathon, the list of Club members that will be in the draw at the Committee on Wednesday is:

Debbie Keeble

Trevor Strelley

Katie Brooks

Georgina Brice

Rob Jones

Jo Henley

Jane Allan

Adam Batson

Darren Atyeo

Steph Lara

Matt Warr

Chris Shakespeare 

Fiona Gaffney

Joanne Crane

John Crane

Louise Ward

Richard Dodge 
Helen Nesbitt
Paul Meadows
Lindsey Saunders 

If you believe your name is missing then contact a committee member as soon as possible with your rejection letter/email. Good luck to all, if you do not get a place don't forget the Yeovil Marathon...... 

Notices

From Lesley

URGENT - Dirty Devil Stampede - 17th January 2016. I've just had an email from them to say our discount runs out on 5th November which is less than a week away. We were originally told 31st December. So if you intend to enter and want the discount please message me for the discount code. Guy please put on blog. http://www.bustinskin.com/events/the-dirty-devil-stampede/

From Adam:

This Tuesday 3rd November - Final Primary Schools Cross Country of 2015

Aldon Hill - entrance halfway down Two Towers Lane through double gates on the left.

Any help at any time between 2.00 and 5.00 gratefully appreciated.

The pub run on Thursday 5th November will be from the King William IV, High Street, Curry Rivel, TA10 0EZ. This is a small friendly, atmospheric pub with a limited menu who get their food in day by day.

In order for people to guarantee getting what they want from the menu they will need to let me know by 5.00pm on Monday [2nd].  The menu is available by emailing Adam. 

Club  Events

1. Tuesday Club Night is at YTFC 6:30pm 3rd Nov

2. There is a Committee Meeting on Wednesday 4th Nov at 6:30pm, all members are welcome to attend. 

3. Thursday Pub Run is from  The King William at Curry Rival 6:30 pm on the 5th Nov

4.  Fri Track Night 6:15pm and Saturday Club Run from just outside YTFC 9:00am 7th Nov. 

5.  Sunday Long Runs are from Goldenstones on the 8th Nov.

6  The LAST Championship Race is Sat 7th 10 ml Yarcombe Yomp 10.30 am  there is also a 5m race at the same venue