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December

Media One Doha Run 2025 10K, Al Bidda Park, Doha, Qatar – 31 December10K

  Claudie Combelas 00:59:12 3rd Masters female

CLAUDIE COMBELAS

 

My daughter Natalie had kindly entered the whole family for this boxing running festival in one of the large parks in Doha. There were distances for all from 2.5k, 5k to 10k. Participants from age 2 to over 70. 800 runners from 55 nations took part. All received a medal, a tshirt and a bag.

Having only run the Ilmington race since October I was rather apprehensive. The runs started at 7am to avoid the heat of the day. The 10k was a two lapper with a couple of hills. I was thrilled with my result as it’s my best 10k in a while.

My grandson got gold in his age group for 2.5k, my daughter got silver for under 40s in 2.5k and I got a bronze medal for my age group – over 40s. We all had to stand on the podium in turn to get our medals which was great fun. I’ll definitely have another go next year.

Hogmanhoway 5k, Newcastle – 31 December5K

  Adrian McBride 00:15:59

Seven Sins 7 Miles, Wenchford Picnic Site – 28 DecemberOTH

Men

16 Malc Copeland 01:06:46
24 Terry Moynihan 01:10:15
29 Kyle Turner 01:12:39
50 James Smith 01:18:17
61 Graham Read 01:22:34
62 Spencer Davies 01:24:02

Women

20 Caroline Hughes 01:23:55

Wheaton Aston 10k – 27 December10K

266 Spencer Davies 00:56:15

Turkey Trot 5 Miles – 21 December5M

  Richard Evans 00:32:50

Birmingham Running Festival Half-Marathon – 21 DecemberHM

  Jan Watson 03:12:45

Pie’d Piper 17.5 Miles, Telford – 21 DecemberOTH

  Tony Bowe 03:28:59

ATW Nottingham 10k – 21 December10K

  Craig Holmes 00:37:27

Gaddesby Gallop – 20 DecemberXC

2 Matthew Hathrell 00:36:35
7 Tom Hughes 00:39:36
35 Malc Copeland 00:47:00
51 James Smith 00:49:39
61 Mark Parker 00:51:26
87 Spencer Davies 00:57:59
123 Michelle Edwards 01:04:49
124 Caroline Hughes 01:05:00
237 Joanne Grace 01:48:46
238 Jan Watson 01:48:50

The Gaddesby Gallop delivered exactly what its reputation promises; 5.25 miles of proper cross-country running that left no one dry, clean, or short of stories. From the off it was clear this wasn’t going to be a gentle Saturday jog. The route wound its way across open countryside, hopping stiles and churning through ploughed fields that grabbed at tired legs and tested balance from the very first mile. Just when a rhythm began to form, the course reminded us who was in charge.

The dewpond crossing was the first real shock to the system — knee-deep, bitterly cold, and impossible to tiptoe through without an involuntary gasp. Any lingering feeling in the toes was quickly erased. Not long after came the drop into the drainage ditch and the unforgettable passage through the murky watery tunnel, dark, slick, and guaranteed to soak even the most careful runner. If anyone thought the worst was over, the course had other ideas. A small stream provided a brief splash-through before the main event — the river wading. Waist-high water, numbing cold, and a strong current turned progress into a slow, determined slog, with plenty of laughter, grimaces, and mutual encouragement as everyone hauled themselves out the far side. From there it was a hard-earned climb over the final hill, legs heavy but spirits lifted by the sound of church bells drifting across the fields. The finish funnel offered the perfect reward, the unmistakable smell of fresh coffee and bacon sandwiches pulling runners home for the last push.

On the results front, Matt put in a superb performance to bring home second place, navigating the chaos with strength and composure. Just as impressive was the huge turnout of newcomers, many tackling the Gallop for the first time, who took on the course with grit, good humour, and a clear sense of achievement at the finish.

The day ended exactly as it should, a pint or two in the pub with animated tales being retold – Spencer

SPENCER DAVIES

Malaga Marathon – 14 DecemberM

  Richard Evans 03:23:20

Sneyd Pudding Run 5 Miles – 14 December5M

6 Marie Edmunds 00:33:42
14 Kyle Turner 00:35:10
38 Karen Brewster 00:42:40
47 Gemma Beahan 00:43:41
55 Kevin Coughlan 00:44:54
82 Rebecca O’ Harrow 00:48:40
103 Debbie Hambridge 00:52:26

Sneyd Pudding Run 10 Miles – 14 December10M

23 Rhian King 01:03:41
26 Amanda Deavy 01:05:21
35 Tommy Dempsey 01:09:07
77 Emma Handley 01:19:40
86 Robert Halford 01:20:58
137 Julie Liggett 01:33:17
165 Jo Arden 01:43:13

Ilmington 10k – Tempo Winter Series, Race 3, The Mystery 12k One – 14 DecemberOTH

48 Andrew Offor 00:56:34
54 Malc Copeland 00:57:14
57 Mark Jennings 00:57:40
87 Paul Robbins 01:00:21
108 Caroline Hughes 01:02:29
157 Spencer Davies 01:08:43
177 Claudie Combelas 01:11:33
262 Chris Archer 01:23:42
276 Jane Ward 01:27:37
284 Caroline Young 01:29:11
285 Tracey Williams 01:29:28

Kettering Christmas 10k – 14 December 10K

  Alan Smith 00:52:26

Bolsover 10k – 14 December 10K

  Ainsley Wileman 02:44:04

Warwickshire Cross-Country Championships, Warley Woods – 13 December XC

Distance 10k
4th placed senior Warwickshire team
5th placed masters Warwickshire team

39 Matthew Hathrell 00:34:32
67 Tom Hughes 00:36:29
102 Brian Plumb 00:38:24
151 Rob Richardson 00:43:20
158 Chris Smith 00:44:29
162 Craig Webb 00:44:46
165 Andrew Offor 00:44:54
177 Jamie Darlison 00:47:06
182 Rob Halford 00:47:45
192 Spencer Davies 00:51:31
197 David Halford 00:53:16

Distance 7k
6th placed masters Warwickshire team

79 Lisa Bothwell 00:38:29
88 Michelle Edwards 00:39:43
92 Julie Liggett 00:40:45
100 Joanne Evans 00:42:37
104 Julie Cozens 00:43:19
116 Tori Boyle 00:45:29
123 Tracey Williams 00:51:42
124 Kelly Parker 00:52:04

Victoria Park Half-Marathon – 13 December HM

121 Terry Moynihan 01:31:25

Another well-organised event by RunThrough events, comprising 6.5 laps around Victoria Park.

Centurion Grand Prix 5 Mile Race 2 – 7 December 5M

4 Matthew Hathrell 00:28:42
15 Rob Richardson 00:34:17
23 Lee Newark 00:36:17
45 Richard Hands 00:44:31
49 Joanne Evans 00:46:25
54 Julie Cozens 00:47:38
58 Caroline Young 00:48:56
63 Pauline Mayne 00:51:06
65 Ruth Hallett 00:52:22
69 Spencer Davies 00:54:41
70 Tracey Williams 00:59:43

Peacehaven Mince Pie 10 Miles – 7 December 10M

JANE WARD

  Jane Ward 02:21:26

Midland Women’s Cross-Country League Div 2 Race 2 at Cofton Park – 6 December XC

1 Natasha White 00:26:48
3 Rhian King 00:27:15
4 Amanda Deavy 00:27:25
44 Samantha Ryan 00:31:21
80 Sally Eason 00:33:39
112 Lisa Bothwell 00:36:47
128 Michelle Edwards 00:38:02
145 Louise Forde 00:39:06
169 Julie Cozens 00:41:07
170 Joanne Evans 00:41:09
185 Ruth Hallett 00:42:29
194 Victoria Boyle 00:43:04
221 Joanna Grace 00:48:12
222 Tracy Jefferson 00:49:09
225 Tracey Williams 00:49:39
227 Jen Stafford 00:50:08
228 Kelly Parker 00:50:36
236 Judith Haley 00:57:25

Northbrook Women’s Team – 1st
Northbrook Women’s Masters Team – 1st

The women’s team delivered an exceptional performance yesterday on a tough, undulating course at Cofton Park, claiming 1st place in both the Masters team category and the Overall team competition.

Leading the way were our phenomenal top three Masters finishers, who swept the podium:

1st – Natasha White (26:48)
2nd – Rhian King (27:15)
3rd – Amanda Deavy (27:25)

Natasha also took 1st place overall, with Rhian and Amanda finishing 3rd and 4th overall, showing incredible strength on the steep climbs and fast descents.

Strong, determined running throughout the field secured the team victory, with excellent performances from Samantha Ryan, Sally Eason, Lisa Bothwell, Michelle Edwards, Louise Forde, Julie Cozens, Joanne Evans, Ruth Hallett, Victoria Boyle (40th Senior), Joanna Grace, Tracy Jefferson, Tracey Williams, Jen Stafford, Kelly Parker, and a gritty finish from Judith Haley completing the lineup.

Every contribution counted on this challenging course,  a superb display of teamwork, strength and resilience on one of the hillier courses of the season – Joanne Evans

JOANNE EVANS

Birmingham & District Invitation Cross-Country League Div 2 Race 2 at Pittville Park, Cheltenham – 6 December XC

25 Adrian McBride 00:35:17
45 Matthew Hathrell 00:36:34
66 Hemanta Jiral 00:38:05
67 Tom Hughes 00:38:05
109 Andy Barratt 00:40:12
114 Damien Dear 00:40:38
119 Brian Plumb 00:40:53
127 Liam Mills 00:41:12
136 Rich Bruce 00:41:52
158 Rob Richardson 00:43:48
164 Terry Moynihan 00:44:06
168 Kevin Spare 00:44:19
189 Andy Clay 00:45:57
194 Steve Turvey 00:46:51
197 Craig Webb 00:47:24
199 David Hartopp 00:47:55
200 Chris Smith 00:48:08
201 Andy Offor 00:48:18
204 Malc Copeland 00:49:00
209 Rav Sangha 00:49:08
211 Lee Newark 00:49:34
214 James Smith 00:50:08
216 Rob Halford 00:50:36
218 Kyle Turner 00:51:14
224 Mark Baker 00:54:26
226 Spencer Davies 00:55:30
230 Dave Halford 00:56:35
231 Kevin Coughlan 00:56:57
232 Fraser Barrett 01:10:01

On the day
Northbrook Men’s A Team – 11th – 426 points
Northbrook Men’s B Team – 8th – 872 points

Series
Northbrook Men’s A Team – 12th – 1057 points
Northbrook Men’s B Team – 10th – 1905 points

Race 2, and with our backs to the wall we bought in new signings to boost the ranks. The build up had been wet, and the sponginess of the course reflected it, with the water crossing being higher than previous races there.

We could not ask for more from the men as 30 of us and supporters headed down to the lesser known Birmingham district of Cheltenham. For weeks there had been a battle behind the scenes regarding marshalling duties and with a late resolution to the issue, our 13th man Bob Adams stepped in to save the 200 points.

In a race dominated by Loughborough our men gave it their all, some full of cold, 1 due an MRI the day after they turned up and they did everything they could.
Despite a better team score on the day by over 200 points, we took a hit in the overall series as our competitor just above us scored well too.

More to give and more expectation guys. Burton Dassett is on the horizon and step up the hill climbers. The tough course to come will be season-defining.

Rest well you band of brothers, because in January we reform to climb – Spencer

Full results on Bham League web site