NORTHBROOK ATHLETIC CLUB COMMITTEE MEETINGS
held by video conference on 3 June 2025
Present:
R. Richardson (President and Coaching Co-Ordinator)
R. Adams (Chairman)
A. Mackness (Treasurer)
T. Hughes (Membership Secretary)
D. Robbins (Social Secretary)
S. Davies (Men’s Captain)
J. Evans (Women’s Captain)
Apologies – M Baker (Club Secretary)
Treasurer Report – Tony informed us that all of the medals have been purchased for the 10k race. Sponsorship money has been received from Bruker – further monies awaited.
Social Events – Daisy has sent out Facebook posts and e-mails advising members about social gatherings during the summer. She has also done a social media promo about the Northbrook 10k race. There will be a pre-breakfast run of either 5k or 10k on 22nd June that will finish at the Rainbow Inn.
Training – Rob advised us that there have been no health and safety incidents. Some members have volunteered to help out with the forthcoming winter training . We need volunteers to help out with communication – Rob will sent out a further request. 3 members have volunteered to undertake the LIRF training course. Rob is going to meet with the Monday training leaders to ensure that members of all abilities can be accommodated..
Events – The Hilly 100 relay was a great day out for the Club – a vote of thanks was given to Spencer for the tremendous job he did with the logistics. We have 87 members entered for the Sphinx Summer 5 race. Many of them are also running the Two Castles Race next Sunday.
10km race – A total of 372 entries have been received so far, which is 64% up on previous years. We are waiting sponsorship monies from Co-Op and Deeley. Terry is looking for a few more volunteers to help out. The maximum capacity for the race is 750. The deadline date for entries is 9th July (7.00pm). A few members are appearing on CWR radio next week to promote the race. The maximum capacity for the Junior Race is 150.
G.B.U. & R.T.T. – Tim is organising the GBU relay on 18th June. Bob will speak to Roger and the local farmer about the R.T.T. on 16th July.
Runners of the Month – Mark will send out the list of nominations when he returns home later in the week. We can then use the WhatsApp group to determine the winners.
AOB
- Rob will ensure that the money we owe for the track sessions is fully paid
- The website is now fully updated to inform members about the training sessions
- Damian will order some more T-shirts for our new members. We will also inform members that Damian is the person to speak to about Club kit.
Next Meeting – Scheduled for Tuesday 1st July by video conference.