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While some of us were enjoying the Bank holiday a few of our members were out on the roads taking part at the McKinney games in Lisburn.
This is an all-ability event with distances from a Full marathon, 20miler, Half marathon and a kids fun run, what makes this different to other running events is that every runner who crosses the finish line receives a sealed envelope, inside could be £25 up to £5000 cash prize. Event organisers say the concept is designed to celebrate community and inclusivity, giving every runner, regardless of their pace, something to look forward to.
Club runner Ellie Nichols took on the half marathon distance, she finished in the Top 20 with a PB time of 1.44.46, well done Ellie great running.
Next up was Andrea and Scarlet Thompson they were taking part in the 5k, Andrea finished with a time of 24.18, Scarlet finished with a PB time of 25.22, well done ladies.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.

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A busy Sunday would see club members take on a Triathlon in Donagadee, half marathon in Larne and a 10k in Carrickfergus.

An early Sunday start would see two of our club members test themselves by taking on a sprint Triathlon, organised by Pennisula Triathlon club a sprint Triathlon incorporates a 750m swim, 20km bike and finishes with a 5km run, this was a sold out event and would see Jordan McIlwaine claim first place with an overall time of 58.39, first female was Kirsty Kee in a time of 1.04.22, Club runner Robyn McFadden completed the course with a time of 1.29.20 and Toni Stewart finished with a time of 1.42.27. Well done ladies

Next stop was the annual Antrim Coast Half Marathon.
Starting on Glenarm Road by Larne Town Park, the flat and fast 13.1 mile course sweeps into Larne harbour and through Larne town before moving onto the world famous Antrim Coast Road. A no nonsense straight out and back course.
Due to the flat course this race attracts some fast runners and those looking PB,s.
It was a Kenya 1,2 and 3 with Isaia Lasoi winning with a time of 58.26, Daniel Mateiko was 2 with 58.30 and Vincent Kipkoror finishing the podium with 1.00.39, first female was Girmawit Gebrzihair with a time of 1.06.12.
The club had 3 runners cross the start line with Curtis Summerville first home in a PB time of 1.36.31 he was followed by Sara Thompson who was running her first half marathon and finished with a time of 2.00.46, Andy Finlay finished of the trio with a time of 2.18.35.
Well done everyone.

Heading back down the coast road to Carrickfergus runners were gathering for the popular Storming the Castle organised by Seapark AC this event has distances from a kids 1k and Junior 2k race and the popular 10k.
Starting outside Carrickfergus Amphitheatre, the route takes runners on the picturesque promenade along the Marine Highway and waterfront areas, overlooking the marina and with views of Belfast Lough, before finishing at the 12th Century Norman Castle near Carrickfergus Town centre.
Starting of the club racing was Junior runner Emme Gardiner who was taking part in the Junior 2k race, she finished with a time of 08.15 and was 7th female, well done.
The 10k would see over 850 runners cross the start line with the race winner Kieran Kelly crossing the finish in a time of 32.12, first female was Gemma Turley in a time of 37.46.
The club had 10 runners with Logan Kinney first home with time of 44.31 he was followed by Ian Bailie 49.47, Carol Bailie 51.22, Nicola McNamara 56.38, Mervyn Kinney 57.13, Lisa Bell 59.01, Carla Gardiner 1.00.27, Olivia Smyth 1.02.10, Caroline Smyth 1.02.10 and Nikki Keery 1.08.59, well done everyone.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.

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Friday night saw the return of the Mallusk 5 mile and kids 1-mile fun run, now into its 12th year this is a popular event for all ability of runner.
Junior athlete Emme Gardner was representing the club in the kids 1mile fun run, she finished in a time of 08.05 adding another medal to her collection. Well done, Emme.
On Sunday morning the club had 3 Junior athletes take part in the weekly Junior Park run at Bangor Sportsplex, Noah Barnes, Phoebe Coey and Sophie Craythorne all crossed the finish line with Pbs, well done all.

The Club had a good turn out on Saturday morning at Crawforsdburn Country park to help them celebrate their 250th Park run. We also used this as a pre run out prior to the annual Summer BBQ.
The club would like to thank all those members who ran and attended the BBQ, also to Cloud 9 for hosting, a great night was had by all.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.

After a week off our Junior training was back.

What better way to make a comeback than a mini Hyrox(Oregan Circuits) a great way to get our Juniors taking part in strength training with all the exercises working on the specific muscle groups that improve running..

If your interested in our Junior set up send us a DM.

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The Ardglass festival started on Wednesday 29th July, with a lot of events planned over the coming days, part of the festival sees runners gather at St Nicholas School to take part in the 5k or 10k road race.
With over 250 runners crossing the line for both distances the club had 3 runners taking on the 10k.
The race was won by Roadrunners Ac Robbie Hagan with a time of 32.18, first female was Joanne Mills with a time of 39.14, first home for the club was Leanne Butler with a time of 1.00.10 she was followed by Julie Sheriden 1.04.54 and Nikki Kerry 1.06.42, well done ladies on a tough course.

Saturday evening seen the return of the popular Run the Trails at Mount Stewart organised by local running club Scrabo Striders.
This family event has distances to suit all abilities with a 2k junior race, 5k and 10k race.
The 2k Junior race would see two of our Junior athletes take part, Emme Gardiner crossed the line with a time of 08.30.
Fresh of their cruise Stephen and his daughter Sophie took on the 5k and crossed the line in a time of 37.25.
First home in the 10k was Robyn McFadden with a time of 54.37 she was followed by Toni Stewart 56.52 and Carla Gardner cheered on by her daughter Emme 1.02.33 well done everyone.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.

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Coastal's turn out for midweek racing

This week's racing took on a midweek feel with Portaferry 10mile and Donaghadee 5k.
On Tuesday as part of the Portaferry Gala saw the return of the popular 10mile road race and relay.
The club had 4 runners make the scenic journey down the Ards Peninsula to join over 300 runners take on the 10 mile race, starting at the leisure centre a quick loop of the town would see the runners make their way left onto the coast road before turning left again unto the undulating country roads, with a bit of a climb heading back towards the start the runners still have to loop the town before finishing in the town centre.
First home for the club was Connor McNamara with a time of 1.14.29 he was followed by Nicola McNamara with 1.37.45, Leanne Butler 1.44.29 and Julie Sheriden with a course PB of 1.48.09. Well done everyone.

On Wednesday, the seaside town of Donaghadee was the next location and saw the annual 5k race around the commons organised by local running club Dee Runners. A popular race amongst local runners which would see it sell out within 30minutes.
360 runners crossed the start line making their way around the commons and lighthouse before finishing at the Samuel Kelly car park.
The race was won by Stuart Brown with an impressive 16.14; first female was North Downs Sophie Rankin in a time of 19.06.
The club had 14 runners with Nathan Lilly first home in a time of 19.21, he was followed by Michelle Ballagh 20.11, Connor McNamara 22.05, Lauren Neill 23.01, Robyn McFadden 24.03, Chris Stevenson 24.30, Leanne Smith 24.30,Nathan Telford 25.32, Stephen Ballagh 27.39, Nicola McNamara 27.51, Louise Barnes 28.12, Daniel Barnes 28.29, Carla Gardiner 29.10, Stephen Gardiner 30.12, Julie Sheriden 31.11. Well done everyone especially those that ran Portaferry the night before.

Finishing of the week was Junior Athlete Daniel Barnes who was at the Mary Peter's track running the 100m at the July athletics open meet, a massive well done as he only decided the week before to take part.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.

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Friday evening saw the return of Born2Runs Sea 2 Sky 10 and 5k event. Now into its 13th year this popular event attracts runners from all corners.
The race boasts an awesome route starting on the promenade in Newcastle and includes a mix of road and track before heading up through the foothills of the Mournes
In the first half you will move off-road onto trails that climb gradually to the 5K start point in Donard park, with stunning views over Newcastle and beyond before descending to the finish line.
Our solo runner was Meryvn Kinney who completed the 10k course in a time of 1.09.44, well done Senior Kinney.

Junior athlete Sophie Craythorne prior to boarding her ship for summer holidays took part in the local park run in Rome, well done Sophie.
Our Junior training continues over the Summer, Thursday evening, 19.00 meeting at Londonderry park.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.

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A quiet week for the club this week on the home racing calendar, with one member making the journey across the pond to Newcastle for the AJ Bell Great North 10k.

The AJ Bell run is a series of 10 or 5k events around the United kingdom from Birmingham, Manchester, and Newcastle and crosses the border up to Glasgow.
Sunday 05th July was Newcastle and the 10k event would see over 1000 runners take on this popular race.
Running solo was Club runner Nikki Keery who finished the course in a time of 1.09.32. Well done Nikki.

Schools might be off for the summer however our junior training continues, if you're interested then get in touch over social media.

If you are interested in starting your running journey our club training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18.45, at various locations.

We also have junior training for kids aged 10+ who train on Thursday evenings at 19.00 at Londonderry park. You can get in touch via email at [email protected] or send a message on social media.