Race 14 of the 2024 season, sponsored by Scott-Smith Orthodontics, took place in the still winter conditions of Longford. The calm weather provided a perfect backdrop for the runners to showcase their talents. A big thank you to all the participants, supporters, and volunteers who made this event a memorable one!
Long Course Overview (8 km):
Paul Loader claimed victory in the 8k long course, marking his fourth win in Longford. Halley Spicer finished strong in second place, closely followed by Ange Spicer in third. Ricky Markham took the fourth spot. Junior Clarke posted the fastest male time at 31:23, while Sarah Menzie continued her excellent form as the fastest female, finishing in 34:54.
Short Course Action (2.5 km):
The short course saw Neil Hammersley take the top spot among the adults. Amelia Harris secured second place, and Lisa Morrison rounded out the top three. Violet Morrison, the junior winner, also posted the fastest female time at 12:14. Charlie Reese clocked the fastest male time at 10:49, showing his impressive speed.
Junior Course Highlights (1.5 km):
Henry Morrison dominated the junior course, finishing first and posting the fastest male time at 6:58. Connor Ratcliffe secured second place, while Chloe Marsh took third and recorded the fastest female time at 7:10.
Looking Ahead:
Next week, get ready for Race 15 – the Cranes Combined 21km (half marathon). Please note that there will be no Junior or Short course next week.
Make sure to register by 7pm on Thursday 18th, to secure your spot for the half marathon!
For any questions or additional information, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you at the next race!
P.S. Don’t forget to register by Thursday’s deadline. Let’s make Race 15 another fantastic event!
