Nowra Athletics Club
Winter 2008 Newspaper Reports
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Cross Country
Presentation & Fun Run Runners and their families from the Nowra Athletics Club had a wonderful afternoon for the final Cross Country outing for 2008 at Willandra on Saturday. Club members had the
opportunity to take part in 2km and 4km team fun run events. There
were no handicaps but everyone who ran was part of one of three
teams - red, blue or green. This year's fun run had team members
complete the course with a mad pea count and a spirited egg and
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An entertaining presentation followed where all cross country runners received certificates for their involvement and participation. Congratulations go to all divisional winners in the Nowra Toyota Pointscore Competition and to the fastest male and female runners in each division. A full rundown of points and placings is available on the Club website and the results section of the paper. Of course every person who
spent some time at cross country this year was a winner. And as
everyone knows, getting a win quite often requires a lot of hard
work from the individual as well as a lot of other people. In that
vein, a big thank you goes to all officials and volunteers who
assisted the club throughout the 2008 Cross Country season. For club members wishing to continue with distance running, Club President Kevyn Davis (and friends) are organising a weekly Summer Road Runs Competition commencing this Saturday 6th September. |
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For all those interested in the great family sport of athletics, the Nowra Athletics Club conducts an “evening” athletics competition (Summer Athletics) from September through to late February. Summer Athletics is a graded competition that encourages athletes of all ages and abilities to participate. New members are always welcome. The Summer Athletics Competition starts on Wednesday 10th September at the Ron Brown Sporting Complex (behind Shoalhaven High School). Additional enquiries can be made by contacting Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or visiting the club website (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au).
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Cross Country at Jervis
Bay The white sandy beaches and beautiful scenery of Jervis Bay were just two of the many outstanding features of the Nowra Athletics Club's Cross Country “Mystery Run” held at Moona Moona Creek on Saturday afternoon. Race officials prepared the
courses to perfection making full use of the local walking tracks
and sandy beaches. Runners were also guaranteed the opportunity of
chocolate prizes on completion of their events. With an offer like
that no wonder so many families and runners made the effort -
despite the freezing cold conditions. |
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The young and young at heart had a go in the 2.5km fun run while the slightly more seasoned medium and long course runners took part in the 6km event. Both runs were friendly affairs with all runners taking in the sights and enjoying the social aspects. Next week will be the Club's
final cross country event for the year and will be held at
Willandra, Browns Mountain Road, Cambewarra. Club officials are
planning two “Pairs” social fun runs (2.30pm start) followed by a
presentation ceremony for members who took part in the 2008 Nowra
Toyota Winter Pointscore Competition. |
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For runners wishing to continue with competitive/social racing, the Club has a weekly Summer Road Runs competition starting on Saturday 6th September. Any interested runners should collect an information pack at Willandra on Saturday. To Program For all those interested in the great family sport of athletics, the Nowra Athletics Club conducts an “evening” athletics competition from September through to late February. It's open to all comers, regardless of age and or ability. The Summer Athletics Competition starts on Wednesday 10th September at the Ron Brown Sporting Complex (behind Shoalhaven High School). Additional enquiries can be made by contacting Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or visiting the club website (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au).
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Cross Country Report 16th August, 2008 The final afternoon of competition in the Nowra Toyota Winter Pointscore took place at the Forest course, Woolamia on Saturday. It was a fantastic afternoon with plenty of runners and their families in attendance – all making the most of the cooler weather and the beautiful bush courses. Before competition got under way Club Secretary Jan Gibb and Club President Kevyn Davis made some announcements about our latest NSW Representatives, Michaela Quinn and Jake Ring. Both runners will be taking part in the upcoming Australian All Schools Cross Country Championships. The Nowra Athletics Club is keen to support its members who achieve State and National selection. The Club presented both athletes with cheques on Saturday to help towards some of their expenses. Everyone at the Club knows they will return better for the experience and wish them the best of luck. |
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In the first event Division 1a 2km runners Liam Rayner, Gus Stretton and Hayden Strand finished off a good season with another win – well done boys. In a very close finish in the Division 1b race Mathew Schofield came in just ahead of Courtney Harrison and Ava Jeffrey. The Division 2 race saw cross country newcomer James Batson lead the field home while Simone Foggo and Samantha Jeffrey both had great races. Following her form on Saturday Division 3 runner Kate Crutch was singled out by race observers as one to watch for next season – great effort! In the 3km event State Cross Country Representative Michaela Quinn had the biggest handicap and was therefore the last to start. |
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However, her determination and competitive spirit came to the fore eventually seeing her win the race by the slimmest of margins. Placegetters Bradley Sawers and Jordan Janos gave it all they had and will certainly be athletes of some note in the very near future. Medium Course runners left nothing to chance in their 5.6km race. In Division 1 Rose Dooley was the best in the season closer finishing just ahead of Perry Strand and Crissie Suffolk. Andrew Johnstone dusted off a few cobwebs to finish first in Division 2 while husband and wife combination Graham and Jill Smith came in next for second and third. In Division 3 Colleen Stahlhut showed the benefits of her recent training program coming home in first place while Di Ozolins and Darline Musgrove also finished ahead of the pack for the points. In the Long Course race back marker Jake Ring came within a few seconds of eclipsing the whole field in an extremely close finish in Division 1. Bill Stahlhut and Linda Weatherill just managed to hang on over the last few hundred metres to hold him back to third place. In Division 2, Kevyn Davis, Gary Bowen and Paul Jennings proved far too strong over the distance, coming home well clear for the racing honours. The Pointscore competition has now come to a close, however the Club has organised two more weeks of social cross country running to finish off the season. Next week a couple of fun runs have been organised at Moona Moona Creek Huskisson. Runners and their families are asked to meet at the parking area at Moona Moona Creek on Saturday 23rd August for a fun run start time of 2.30pm. The following week will be the last cross country event for the year and will be held at Willandra. A picnic style race afternoon is planned with a fun run and presentation of Cross Country certificates. For all those interested in the great family sport of athletics the Nowra Athletics Club conducts an “evening” athletics competition from September through to late February. It’s open to all comers – regardless of age and or ability. The Summer Athletics Competition starts on Wednesday 10th September at the Ron Brown Sporting Complex (behind Shoalhaven High School). Additional enquiries can be made by contacting Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or visiting the club website (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au). For any club members wishing
to continue with competitive distance running, the Club is
organising weekly Summer Road Runs. Any interested runners should
contact Kevyn Davis on 44478309(H) or 44218831(W) for further
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Cross Country Report It was another beautiful day for cross country running on the weekend with a large contingent of families and friends turning out for this year's final run at the Timberhills course, Tomerong. The Timberhills course is part of Ron and Ruth McKinnon's family property, which they’ve generously made available for the Club for over thirty years. All members of the Nowra Athletics would like to sincerely thank the McKinnon Family for the use of their property and for the continued support they give to the Club. As is the tradition for the final outing at Timberhills each year an event is chosen as the “Bill McKinnon Memorial Trophy” race. This year's race was the Division 1, 3km event. As expected competition was fierce, the leading group of runners give it all they had finishing with a three hundred metre sprint down the back straight. Only a few seconds separated the group as they crossed the line exhausted. Jordan Janos was the well deserved winner and was closely followed in by Tarni Cunningham and Braedon Gernyi. Congratulations to all three placegetters on a fabulous effort. Emily Warden, Mitchell Stahlhut and Julie Harrison were the best of the Division 2, 3km runners. In other racing on Saturday, 2km runner Liam Dooley was first home in Division 1 with Brendan Kellett and Bridget Kellett in hot pursuit. In Division 2 Daniel Quinten came home with a burst of speed to secure a win while Katelyn Hush and Ava Jeffrey finished strongly for the minor placing's. Division 3 runners Gillian Quinn, Simone Foggo and Angus Clark all had very good runs in their race. Medium course runners Leane Davidson, Brendon Wood and Cathy Wood showed good pace in the early sections of the race and had the legs to finish in the top three positions of Division 1. Rebekah Brindle took out first place in the Division 2 contest while Maxine Gernyi and Andrew Johnstone showed good form for second and third. In Division 3 Carmel Quniten, Bronwyn Jeffrey and Colleen Stahlhut all had a good race and finished well ahead of the rest. Bill Stahlhut made the most of the Saturday Long Course event beating home Division 1 specialist Paul Davidson and this year's big improver Scott Foggo. In Division 2 runners Gary Bowen, Doug Jeffrey and Michelle Cumming gave plenty to pick up the top three places. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at the Forest Course, Jervis Bay Road, Woolamia. To find the Forest drive approximately 5km down Jervis Bay Road (off the Princes Hwy) watch for the signs and turn right in to the Tomerong State Forest. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. New members are always welcome, for further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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State Road Relay Championships &
Cross Country Report Running teams from Nowra Athletics Club were in a class of their own at the State Road Relay Championship held in Wollongong on the weekend winning four silver medals and two bronze. The Club entered ten teams spanning age groups from the U/12's through to the 55+ categories. Six of the teams won medals and the other four were placed in the top ten in their respective races making this State Road Relay Championships one of the best for the Club in many years. In the U/12 Boys race the “A” team, consisting of Blake Foggo, Wade Garin, Jordan Janos and Gus Stretton combined superbly finishing in second place. The A team narrowly missed a placing at the recent State Short Course Championships in Miranda and were well deserved winners of the Silver Medal on Saturday. The B team (Jarvis Strand, Daniel Quinten, Liam Dooley and Hayden Strand) completed the 4 x 2km event in a very respectable time crossing the line in fifth place. Great effort!! Bradley Sawyers, Jyle Smith, Nathan Weatherill and Hayden Miller had a fantastic race in the U/16yrs 4 x 3km event. Several of the boys were well short of the 16 year mark and knew their absolute best was required for success. As we know Nowra Athletes never give up and always face up to a challenge. The young men left nothing to chance and nothing in the tank to win bronze medals. The Nowra Women's 55+ team showed the Sydney Clubs how to race under pressure with superior strategies, clock work precision and maximum effort. Team members Maureen Cox, Kathy Johnson, Eva Moeller-Duhme and Jill Smith won a silver medal on this occasion and look forward to next years race with anticipation. Silver medallist's Maxine Gernyi, Tammy Jones, Joanne Warren and Linda Weatherill enjoyed another successful State event. The girls were simply awesome out on the track and were very close to winning another State Championship. Nowra team members Michelle Cumming, Catherine Head, Michelle Smith and Alison Strand enjoyed the sunny conditions and the beautiful sights of Wollongong Harbour and South Beach which formed part of the 4km course in the 35+ Women's event. All team members had fantastic runs and finished the race in third position for bronze medals. In another first class effort Nowra Team members Peter Dooley, Graeme Pepper, Jon Schol and Bill Stahlhut won silver medals in the 45+ Men’s 4 x 4km race. All team members have been in top form this year and certainly showed it on Saturday – well done gents! For further results or information about the State Road Relay Championships log on to the Nowra Athletics Club website at www.nowraathletics.org.au
Competition in the Nowra Toyota Winter Pointscore is certainly hotting up with only four more runs to go in the 2008 season. Make the most of the next few weeks of cross country running and get ready for the Nowra Athletics Club Summer Athletics Competition. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at Timberhills, McKinnons Farm, Kell's Road, Tomerong. To find Timberhills, simply drive South down the Princes Hwy and look for a right hand turn (Kell's Road) marked with X-Country signs on the Tomerong by-pass. Travel up Kell's Road for about 1.5km till you reach Timberhills on the right hand side. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Cross Country Report 30th July, 2008 Many younger members of the Nowra Athletics Club performed extremely well while representing their individual schools at the All Schools State Championships held at Eastern Creek on Friday the 25th. Jake Ring (7th)
and Alex Pitkethly (11th) showed great determination and
stamina in the 8km Cross Country event. Both runners came home very
strongly finishing within a few seconds of each other in what turned
out to be a fiercely contested race. Female runner Michaela Quinn
also had an outstanding result crossing the line for second in her
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Another upcoming State Championship carnival for the Nowra Athletics Club is the State Road Relays which will be held in Wollongong on Saturday. The Club will be entering teams in most of the age categories and hopes to see major placings in several of the events. Organisers were very pleased
to see so many athletes willing to run on behalf of the Club and
wish to thank all runners who submitted their names for selection.
All selected team members for the State Road Relays on Saturday will
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Division winners included Bridget Kellett, Cameron Musgrove, Indiana Van Arkel, Courtney Harrison, Ella Pratt, Joel Brindle, Callum Lowbridge, Gillian Quinn and Ruth Pearson. Another notable performance on the day came from Kate Crutch – well done! In the 3k event Division 1, Braedon Gernyi used his early start to get well ahead and win first place with Mitchell Cunningham and Jordan Janos finishing 2nd and 3rd. In Division 2 Mitchell Stahlhut, David Schipp and Liz Vucic ran hard to get first, second and third. In the Medium Course event Division 1 runner Cathy Head had a great run and came home strong to gain 1st place while Jyle Smith and Nathan Weatherill were not far behind for the placings. In the other Divisions Galen Davitt, Tammy Jones, John Price, Pat Davitt, Miles Davitt and Di Ozolins had exceptional runs to finish in front. All Long Course runners endured the 8 kilometre race in style with Graeme Pepper, Milton Cox and Linda Weatherill achieving top places in Division 1. Geoff Crook, Erin Poulton and Michele Smith also ran well and were first home in Division 2. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at the Longreach Course, Longreach Road, Longreach. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. The Nowra Athletics Club is a family friendly Club and welcomes all new members. For further details or enquiries check the Club's website at www.nowraathletics.org.au or contact Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 4446 0226.
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Cross Country Report Athletes from the Nowra Athletics Club competed with distinction at the State Short Course Cross Country Championship at the weekend bringing home Gold and Bronze medals. Local runner Linda Weatherill produced a season best performance to win a Gold medal in the 45–49 yrs category. She overcame a strong field of talented runners for the medal and added the State Short Course Title to her Long Course Title which she won earlier this year at the Willandra Country Classic. |
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Another upcoming State Championship event for the Club is the State Road Relays, held in Wollongong on Saturday 2nd August. The Club will be sending a number of teams to compete in the Championships. Any interested persons should make enquiries now with Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 4446 0226. Club running in the Nowra Toyota Winter Pointscore at |
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the weekend was held at the Forest course at Tomerong State Forest. Everyone who was there had a great time especially in the treasure hunt. Runners were asked to keep their eyes open and their minds clear so they could count as many monkeys, owls, snakes and kangaroos as they could find. Only the keenest and cleverest hunters were successful. The treasure was wrapped in silver and gold foil and was very pleasing to the palate. This Sunday 27th July a social gathering and fun run will be on at Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay to celebrate Kevyn Davis’s 60th birthday. The Fun Run starts at Murray’s Beach car park, later there will be a social get together at Greenpatch for a celebratory BYO picnic lunch. Contact Terry Bailey for further enquiries on 4421 6065. Cross Country running will be at the Willandra course, Brown’s Mountain Road, Cambewarra this Saturday. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. The Nowra Athletics Club is a family friendly Club and welcomes all new members. For further details or enquiries see the Club’s website at www.nowraathletics.org.au or contact Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 4446 0226.
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King of the
Mountain and Cross Country Report A FANTASTIC weekend of athletic endeavour for Nowra Athletics Club members with Cross Country running at the Timberhills course on Saturday and the 34th Shoalhaven King of the Mountain on Sunday. The Shoaihaven King of the Mountain was a resounding success for all involved. Many of the club's athletes performed extremely well in the arduous 32km endurance event. Local Jon Schol pulled another rabbit out of the hat in a brilliant display of strategic racing to be the first Nowra Athletics Club runner to cross the finish line at the Kangaroo Valley Show ground. Damian Smith and Mat Kinsele came in a few minutes later to complete a trio of local men who all finished in the ten. |
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Congratulations to Alison Strand who was the first local female home and also to Tammy Jones who had an excellent time in her age category running against many fine Sydney based runners. Kevyn "The King" Davis finished his 33rd Shoalhaven King of the Mountain on Sunday morning in a time that many athletes 30 years his junior would be proud of. Organisers of the event thanked Nowra Toyota, Shoalhaven Spring Water, Nowra Sportspower and Peter Rose Optometrist for their generous support. Special mention also goes out to all the
volunteers, friends and helpers of the Nowra Athletics Club who
donated their time and helped make the event such a friendly
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A cooling afternoon breeze made for light relief in almost perfect conditions for both fast racing and enjoyable family time. It was a family day indeed, certainly in the top three positions. The Brindle, Jeffrey, Munro, Smith, Stahlhut and Witenden clans featured prominently in several events. It was good to see Laura Daley back in town for the weekend, she was obviously in good form too - picking up first place in Division 2 of the medium course. In the 3km event Sharna Boughton and Julie Harrison had fantastic races, both girls finished well ahead in their divisions. The long course event saw Alex Pitkethly take up the challenge in Division 1 reeling in all front markers to finish ahead of Bill Stahlhut and Linda Weatherill. In Division 2 Erin Poulton continued on with her recent good form to win by a comfortable margin. In other club news runners from the Nowra Athletics Club will betaking part in the NSW Short Course Cross Country Championships on the weekend. The club invites all athletes to consider racing at this State event and will be paying for all entry fees. Any interested runners should contact Jan Gibb on 44460226. Keep Sunday, July 27 clear for a social gathering and run at Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay to celebrate Kevyn Davis's 60th birthday. Club members have organised a run starting from Murrays Beach Carpark (approx. 5-7kms). Later there will be a get together at Greenpatch for a celebratory picnic lunch. This Saturday's cross country running will bet the Forest Course (State Forest) Jervis Bay Road, Woollamia. To find the forest travel down Jervis Bay Road (off the Princes Highway) for 5km and watch out for the signs and a right hand turn. To make the afternoon a little more exciting the Management Committee has organised a "Treasure Hunt" for all the club's Younger runners. No doubt chocolate and fun Prizes will he about. The Nowra Athletics Club is a family friendly Club and welcomes all new members. For further details or enquiries see the Club's website at www.nowraathletics.org.au or contact club secretary Jan Gibb on 4446 0226.
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Cross Country Report RUNNERS and their families were treated to another fantastic afternoon of beautiful Shoalhaven weather at the forest on Saturday. There was a large turnout of club runners and quite a number of visiting families who enjoyed the great out doors and the picturesque bush style running tracks. Many of the regulars were in top form and all appreciated the changes made to the courses from previous seasons. Long course participants relished the opportunity to go around the 5.6km track twice in their race. In division one Huskisson runner Steve McCullagh warmed up quickly in the first lap and came home like a bullet to cross the line well ahead of place getters Bill Stahlhut and Fabian Witenden. In division two Tracey Pratt took advantage of an early break and continued on through to the finish claiming first place. Further back Jack Robertson and Gary Bowen both experienced long course veterans, threaded their way through the field for second and third. The club's 2km runners were full of enthusiasm once again and all showed plenty of determination throughout the race. As usual many of the placings were decided in the final few metres before the finish line. This weeks division one contest saw girls Bridget Kellett and Annika Janos win A and B events just ahead of Hayden Strand, Brendan Kellett, Lauren Stahlhut, Leonie Foggo and Ava Jeffrey. In division two all the mums were out in force with Ruth Pearson, Simone Foggo and Gillian Quinn showing the younger crew how it's done. Great effort girls. In the 3km event Michaela Quinn edged ahead to win the division one race while Shama Boughton and Bradley Sawyers both ran strongly for second and third. Mitchell Stahlhut, Les Gernyi and Holly Bond showed plenty of class to out manoeuvre the field winning the division two contest. Medium course runners knew it wasn't going to be easy on Saturday with all those hills and extra ground to cover. But as we've come to expect from this bunch they all loved it — especially the long long long hill up to the finish line. In division one Nathan Weatherill applied the pressure early and kept up a solid pace to win ahead of Elise Russell and Rose Dooley. In the division two race Jeff Dinning, Galen Davitt and Alex Witenden showed the benefits of a few extra training sessions by taking the first three places. The division three race saw Miles Davitt come home strongly for first while Claire Pitkethly and Bill Seary showed plenty of courage finishing a short time later. Next week's cross country running will be at Timberhills, McKinnons' Farm, Kells Road, Tomerong. Administration and announcements from 2.l5pm the first event starts at 2.3Opm. The 34th Shoalhaven King of the Mountain is on this Sunday, July 13 at 9am. This annual long distance running event is organised by the Nowra Athletics Club and is a great racing opportunity for local endurance runners. Entries are still being taken on line at www.kingofthemountainnowra.org.au alternatively participants can register on the day in the administration area prior to the start. Club members and friends are sought for volunteer work and marshalling duties. If you can assist in any capacity please contact Terry Bailey (44216065) or Kevyn Davis (44218831). In other club news, Sunday July 27th is a
social gathering and run at Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay. Club members have organised a run starting from Murrays Beach carpark. Later there will be a get together at Greenpätch for a celebratory picnic lunch. The Nowra Athletics Club is a family friendly club and welcomes all new members. For further details or enquiries check the club’s website www.nowraathletics.org.au or contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 4446 0226. More Details
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Cross Country Fun Run
Report Runners and their families had a fantastic afternoon of Cross Country fun at the Timberhills Course on Saturday for it was time again for the Club “Pot Luck Pairs” day. The name of the event may sound as though the leprechauns are out and about but the truth was everyone who was there had a great time. All runners were paired up via a lucky draw and each raced as a team with their partner. Handicaps still applied which meant at some point the two runners would meet and then have to cross the finish line together. There were plenty of laughs and some absolutely remarkable efforts from many runners. It's quite amazing what people can do when there's a reason for doing it well. |
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The 4.5km event saw Scott Foggo and John Tallon sprint home for first place in Division 1. In Division 2 Carmel Quinten and Lisa Carroll gave a gritty performance crossing the line just ahead of a large group of teams. Well done girls! Regarding the Club's outstanding results and organisation of the Willandra Country Classic State Championships held recently. |
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The Management Committee of
the Nowra Athletics Club would like to thank all members, relatives
and friends for their help and assistance in making the Willandra
Country Classic such a resounding success. Another upcoming event (Sunday 13th July) run by the Nowra Athletics Club is the world renowned Shoalhaven King of the Mountain. The “King” as it’s known locally, travels from the quiet rural village of Cambewarra via a series of bitumen and gravel roads to Kangaroo Valley Showground. A distance of some 32 kilometres (32km) that takes in the best sights and native sounds of the local area. For entry forms and further
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www.kingofthemountainnowra.org.au or contact Doug Jeffrey Next Saturday's Nowra Toyota Winter Pointscore continues at the “Forrest”, Jervis Bay Road, Woolamia. To find the “Forrest” turn down Jervis Bay Road (off the Princes Highway, Falls Creek) and travel towards Jervis Bay for approximately 5km look out for a right turn into the State Forrest. There will be signs but keep an eye out for the gravel driveway on the right. Please check the Club website on Saturday for any last minute wet weather changes (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au). New members are always welcome at Nowra Athletics Club, for further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Saturday 21st June, 2008 A record field of 656 athletes did battle at the Willandra course at the weekend (Saturday 21st June2008), in the 110th NSW Cross Country Championships. Hosted by the Nowra Athletics Club for the 18th consecutive year,the Country Classic attracted a class field. Sydney University’s Russell Dessaix-Chin claimed the Open Men’s 12km event, winning his third State title. Dessaix-Chin took the win in 39 minutes 23 seconds, more than a minute ahead of Randwick’s Jeffrey Hunt in 40.40 and Kembla’s Stephen Brown in 40.52. The eight kilometre open female race was won by former Australian under 20 steeple Chase champion Marnie Ponton. Ponton crossed the finish line 20 seconds ahead of second placed Eliza Stewart, the 2007 title holder. Belinda Schipp from Hills District followed 41 seconds later to take the bronze. Nowra Athletic Club members starred at the championships winning a host of State and Country titles. Leading the way was Michaela Quinn who took gold in the under 14 3km in tremendous run. Along with Tarnie Cunningham, Yolanda Van Arkel and Yasmin Smith, Michaela also received the team silver medal. The Veterans also continued to perform great things, but for the first time ever, the ‘younger’ old runners teamed up to win the team gold in both male and female 35 plus divisions. The ladies team of Cristine Suffolk, Alison Strand, Michele Cummings and Cathy Head and the male team of Paul Davidson, Damian Smith, Graeme Pepper and Bill Stahlhut were the stars. Cristine received the State bronze and was Country champion, while Alison received Country silver. Paul Davidson finished his time in this age group with a mighty run to be placed 30th out of 130. The 45 plus ladies had a great day Linda Weatherill was the State and Country champion, ‘Tammy Jones received Country bronze, while these two with Jo Warren and Maxine Gernyi won the team bronze. Peter Dooley received Country silver in the 50/54 group, while Maureen Cox won State bronze and Country gold and Kathy Johnson Country bronze in the 55/59 group. These two along with Jill Smith and Eva Moeller-Duhme won the team gold in the 55 plus group after a count back. The men made a clean sweep of the 55/59 group with Bill Broughton, Milton Cox and Kevyn Davis taking State and Country gold, silver and bronze! Despite this however the Bankstown gents beat them to the gold in the teams’ result in a count back. To round off a great day Jill Smith did it again with a State and Country gold in the 60 plus group. Eric Moeller-Duhme and Jack Robertson won country silver, and bronze.
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WILLANDRA COUNTRY CLASSIC This years NSW Cross Country Championships will see several of Australia's best middle distance runners converge at Willandra, Browns Mountain Road, Cambewarra this Saturday. As you would expect, athletes from the Nowra Athletics Club are primed and ready to take on the challenge in every event. All Club members, runners and onlookers need to remember that the State Championships (“Country Classic”) start at midday which is much earlier than the regular Saturday competition. Registration for all events, including the “All Together FUN RUN” begins at 10.30am. The official opening will be at 12 noon and will be followed by the National Anthem sung by local singer and Club member Bronwyn Jeffrey. |
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Members and visitors also need to be aware of the parking arrangements. Signs will be clearly displayed asking drivers to proceed to the top gate to access the car park. Friendly and courteous attendants will be on hand for your convenience. Other facilities and services for the public at Willandra include undercover spectator areas, the “Country Canteen” and public toilets. The first race of the day the U/12 Boys and U/12 Girls 2km State Championship commences at 12.15pm and will be followed by the U/14 Boys & Girls 3km event at 12.30pm. A particular favourite for locals or anyone wishing to have a run on the day is the All Together Fun Run. The 2km and 4km events start together at 1.10pm sharp. There will be a number of prizes on offer for competitors thanks to sponsor Kel Campbell p/l and Willandra medals (courtesy of R&J Gibb) for major placegetters in the U/9 year's Boys and Girls categories. |
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Another area where Club members can make a contribution is by donating home-style cakes, biscuits and slices to the Country Canteen. All proceeds from the Country Canteen are given to the Nowra Athletics Club which in turn helps all members – now and in the future. So please help where you can. Best wishes to all Club runners entering the State Championships and bets of luck to all runners in the Fun Runs. Back at the local scene the regular Nowra Toyota Winter Pointscore Competition on Saturday was transferred to the Longreach Course because of very wet conditions at Timberhills. Fortunately most runners and their families checked the website (www.nowraathletics.org.au) and were aware of the change in venue. In the 2km and 3km events the Clubs younger runners totally outclassed the seniors with a clean sweep of all major placings in every division. The 2km winners were Kyla Davidson, Angus Lowbridge, Kate Crutch, Gabriel Garin, Samantha Jeffrey, Ruth Pearson, Briony Munro, Hamish Heald, Rhianna Tuckerman, Liam Rayner, Wade Garin and Gus Stretton. The 3km winners included Darryl Head, Rose Vucic, Mitchel Cunningham, Aleasha Way, Stephanie Stretton and Emily Warden. Another great weekend of cross country running that everyone enjoyed! For further information about the State Cross Country Championships or the All Together Fun Runs at Willandra on Saturday check the Nowra Athletics Club website (www.nowraathletics.org.au) or contact Club Secretary Jan Gibb on 4446 0226.
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Cross Country Running Report On Saturday 21st of June the Nowra Athletics Club will be playing host to the NSW Cross Country Championships at the Willandra Course Brown's Mountain Rd, Cambewarra for the eighteenth consecutive year. The State Title Championship
carnival is known locally as the “Willandra Country Classic” and
features a number of fun runs (open to all) and has a full card of
State Championship races. The State events start at 12.15pm with the
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Many of the Club's runners are in great form at the moment coming off some fantastic runs at the State Relays last week,Canberra and Sydney Half Marathons and the local Nowra Toyota winter pointscore competition. Club officials are hopeful of medals in the junior events and have high expectations in the Men’s and Women's team events. Support from local
businesses Sportspower Nowra and The Manildra Group has ensured a
substantially reduced entry fee for any Club athlete who wishes to
compete in the State Championship events. Any Nowra Athletics Club
member who would like to run for the Club should speak to Club
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All club members who attend and participate in any event will be allocated bonus points in the Nowra Toyota Pointscore competition. For all members who volunteer to help out in the various work areas bonus points will also be given. Club officials need the help of Volunteers to make the event a success. If you can assist please contact Club President Kevyn Davis, any Committee Member or Club Patron Rod Gibb. The Willandra Country Classic is a fabulous sporting event, one that the whole family can enjoy. Be a part of it and enjoy the experience. Talking of enjoyment enthusiastic runners gathered at the regular cross country competition on Saturday to take part in a “sealed handicap” run. This saw all runners starting their races together, the handicap times only being revealed at the end of each event. It was a fantastic afternoon of competition and everyone who was there had a great time. Check the Clubs website (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au) or the results section of the paper for full results. This coming Saturday's Nowra Toyota Pointscore will be at the Timberhills course, McKinnon's Farm, Kell's Road, Tomerong. To find Timberhills, simply drive South down the Princes Hwy and look for a right hand turn (Kell's Road) marked with Cross-Country signs on the Tomerong by-pass. Travel up Kell's Road for about 1.5km till you reach Timberhills on the right hand side. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at 2.30pm. New members are always welcome, for further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Cross Country Running
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Cross country runners from the Nowra Athletics Club had a field day at the State Cross Country Relay Championships held in Miranda at the weekend. Eighteen teams of runners from the Club combined brilliantly to bring home two silver medals and two bronze medals in a fantastic showing against the best runners in the State. In the first medal of the day team members Michaela Quinn, Tarni Cunningham, Moruya Henderson and Sharna Boughton gave their absolute best against some formidable opposition and were rewarded handsomely with a bronze medal in the U/14 girls division. The women's 35+ team of Catherine Head, Alison Strand, Cristine Suffolk and Linda Weatherill had a fantastic showing in their division winning another bronze medal. |
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Not to be outdone the Men's 55+ team of Bill Broughton, Milton Cox, Eric Moeller-Duhme and Kevyn Davis combined with steely resolve to chase down the competition winning silver in a close finish. Club Secretary and team organiser Jan Gibb was extremely pleased with the efforts of all team members and wishes to thank everyone involved. A comprehensive list of results is available at the Athletics NSW website www.nswathletics.org.au . At the local scene cross country runners enjoyed cooler conditions at the Longreach course on Saturday afternoon. In the Medium Course event long time Club runner Graham Smith led the field home in Division 2 just ahead of Laura Daley and Sam Rampant. Meanwhile in Division 1 Chris Stubbs came in first, a short time later Leane Davidson and Ben Shepherd were next in. Deb Clark claimed another victory in the Division 3 race while Mel Ross and Keeli Cambourne both ran well for second and third. The 2km race saw big improvers Rebecca Evison, Kate Crutch and Angus Lowbridge all have fantastic runs in their Division. In the other Divisions runners Tracey Buringa, Jack Tuckerman, Simone Foggo, Rhianna Tuckerman, Briany Munro, Hamish Heald, Liam Heald, Indiana Van Arkel and Peter Heald all had pleasing results. In the 3km event competition was still on the menu despite many of the regulars being away on representative duties. Runners Bradley Sawyers and Brielle Musgrave won their respective divisions while Yolanda Van Arkel, Dane Bowen, Toni Mudditt and Peter Khourey were well placed also. Long course runners Scott Foggo and Jack Robertson were the best at hill climbing on Saturday and came away with full points while good runs from Patrick Ozolins, Geoff Crook, Doug Jeffrey, Mark and Karen Bagnall made the event interesting for the rest. In further cross country news Nowra Athletics Club will be staging two Fun Runs of 2 and 4km distances at the upcoming State Cross Country Championships at Willandra on Saturday 21st June. The Fun Runs are open to anyone wishing to have a go and willing to enjoy the great Australian outdoors with family and friends. Any interested persons should come along to Willandra on Saturday 21st of June, the Fun Runs will start at approximately 1.00pm. Club members are reminded that the State Cross Country Championships (Country Classic) are fast approaching. If you would like to assist in some small way please see or contact any Club committee member, alternatively a volunteers list will be on display on Saturday at Willandra for your signature. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at Willandra, Brown's Mountain Road, Cambewarra. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday.
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Timberhills Cross Country Running Report 24th May, 2008 Cross country runners were treated to another fantastic afternoon of cross country running at the Timberhills course, Tomerong on Saturday. |
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Before the racing started club members and their families were introduced to long distance running legend Neville Markham. A man who was for most of his running career one of Australia’s best and in the latter years his performances were certainly world class. Neville was on hand on Saturday to present the Neville Markham Award for Outstanding Long Distance Performance to runner Damian Smith for his monumental achievements in 2007. Congratulations and well done! Talking of achievements athletes from the Nowra Athletics Club were out in force recently in the Nations capital, competing in the Canberra Half Marathon. As usual the Club was well represented with over 30 entrants out there facing the elements in what turned out to be a very cold Canberra day. All athletes who ran the 21km course around Lake Burley Griffin competed with distinction several runners including Lucia Vernon, Kevyn Davis and Lou Reali had a sensational “half”! First locals home were Mat Kinsele and Linda Weatherill both recording very respectable times given the conditions on race day. |
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Markham after the Presentationof the Neville Markham Award for the
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Another exciting moment was in the finish of the 3km event. Division 1 runners Mia Davidson, Yolanda Van Arkel and Yasmin Smith were at full stretch in the straight with crowd cheering and a finish line fast approaching. All girls gave it their all and completed the event in style – brilliant! In the Medium course event Division 2 runner Cathy Rodden took the lead early and showed a lot of determination up the back hills which eventually paid off giving her a clear run to the finish line. Further back Grant Williams applied plenty of pressure to the legs through the wooded sections of the course to come home for second place while Galen Davitt had another fine performance finishing in third place. Long course regulars Damian Smith, Paul Davidson and Jon Schol made it all look easy once again in their event. However younger runners Hamish Gorman, Alex Pitkethly and Patrick Ozolins kept them honest with a great chase over the two laps. Scott Martin, Ed Egan, Danny Dawes and Lisa Carroll were in good form on Saturday finishing well up the results sheet. All in all another great weekend of cross country running. In other athletic news runners from the Nowra Athletics Club will be competing in the State Cross Country Relays at Miranda on the weekend. The Club is fielding a large number of teams and is confident of victories in several categories. Go Nowra go, go, go! Another point of interest for most is the Nowra Athletics Club website (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au). The website is a great resource for members to check venue details, times and any wet weather changes. Additionally, the website features articles, photo's and many other items of interest for club members or any person wishing to find out more about the Nowra Athletics Club. Check it out and keep informed. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at the Longreach Course, Longreach Road, Longreach. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday.
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Cross Country Report Athletes who attended ross country running at Willandra last
Saturday (17-05-08), had the worst
of the Autumn weather so far this year - it was bitterly cold with
blustery winds and driving rain. Despite the conditions or because
of the conditions, Club members who were there had the best
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The 3km race saw the return to form of many the Club's short
distance specialists with Amanda Robbins winning Division1 and Dane
Bowen taking first place in Division 2. Jill Tuckerman, Erin Poulton,
Anna Schipp and Olivia Coles relished the cooler conditions
featuring prominently throughout the race. In the 2km event Hayden Strand, Daniel Quinten and Gillian Quinn won their respective Divisions with strong running and good hill climbing skills. Other runners who performed well included Troy Brindle, Bridget Kellett, Katelyn Hush, Aiden Chater, Zoe Chater and Ruth Pearson. It's that time of the year again - the NSW Cross Country Championships are coming to the Shoalhaven! On Saturday June 21st the Nowra |
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Athletics Club will be playing host to some of Australia's best
Cross Country runners at Willandra. The "Country Classic" as it’s known, is a fabulous event for the Club and gives our members and anyone else in the area the opportunity to see some great running. The Club also organises a number of fun runs on the day for everyone to enjoy. To make the day a success we need the help of Club members. We are asking for as much assistance as we can get - many hands make light work. None of the jobs are difficult or demanding and there are plenty of experienced hands within the Club's Management Committee to make it easy for any helpers. So, if you would like to contribute and have an hour or two spare on Saturday 21st June please come forward and speak to any Committee person, send an e-mail or contact Club Secretary Jan Gibb 4446 0226. We would love to hear from you. This Saturday's Nowra Toyota Pointscore will be at the Timberhills course, McKinnons' Farm, Kell's Road, Tomerong. To find Timberhills, simply drive South down the Princes Hwy and look for a right hand turn (Kell's Road) marked with Cross-Country signs on the Tomerong by-pass. Travel up Kell's Road for about 1.5km till you reach Timberhills on the right hand side. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday! For further results or information about the Nowra Athletics Club’s competitions visit our website at (www.nowraathletics.org.au). |
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Cross Country Running Report 14th May 2008 Happy cross country runners and their families enjoyed another fabulous afternoon at the challenging but extraordinarily beautiful Longreach course on Saturday afternoon (10th May ). With several school cross country carnivals scheduled in the coming weeks it was another opportunity for the younger members of the club to sharpen up their skills before competing. The Club also has State Cross Country Relays coming up soon and will be entering a number of teams. Club officials have asked selected runners who are unable to attend to let them know as soon as possible so that alternative runners can be arranged. |
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Once again large fields of runners in the 2km and 3km events kept race officials on their toes and very busy all afternoon. Keen competition in Division 1a of the 2km course saw Troy Brindle open his winning account this season with first place while Peter Heald and Jeremy Head ran well for the placings. Division 1b saw Aiden Chater and Sacha Chater well clear for first and second with Hamish Heald not far away for third. In Division 2 Tracey Burinaga showed good stamina in the back section of the course eventually taking first place while Ruth Pearson and Zoe Chater came home strongly for second and third. Ryan Lowbridge deserves a mention for a solid performance in Division 3. In the 3km event Gabby Lazaro Brennan rose to the occasion finishing strongly to win the Division 1 contest while Amanda Robbins and Anna Schipp both had another good race to finish in the top three. Paris Bridge, Dane Bowen and Kirsty McDonell were the best in the Division 2 race. |
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In other running news, approximately thirty athletes from the Nowra Athletics Club will be running in the Canberra Half Marathon in Canberra on Sunday. The Canberra Half has been marked as the Club's official Half Marathon Championship Race. Winners in the various age Categories for the Club will be recognised formerly at our next AGM and presentation evening. Best of luck to all and we hope you enjoy the experience. To keep you fit and looking trim Cross Country running will be held at Willandra, Browns Mountain Road, Cambewarra this coming Saturday. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries check the Clubs website (www.nowraathletics.org.au) or contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 alternatively come along on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Timberhills Cross
Country Running Round 6 of the Nowra Toyota Winter Poinstscore on Saturday, 3rd May, saw over two hundred cross country runners of all ages, accompanied by their families, taking part in a fantastic afternoon of cross country running at the Timberhills Course in Tomerong. In the first event of the day a racing clock malfunction caused a false start in the 2km race. Luckily the GO runners were only 50 metres or so down the track when the error was discovered which made it much easier for race officials to restart the race without any delays. A short time after the start of the 2km race, young runners Wade Garin, Zac Stahlhut and Liam Rayner were at full stretch down the straight finishing first in Division 1. In Division 2 Peter Heald set a blistering pace in the early stages and took line honours - no doubt alerting the handicapper of his return to form. Further back Annika James and Ruth Pearson were next in, while racing newcomer Rhys Burinaga had a great run also. Division 3 runners Ella Pratt, Oliver Lockey and Ryan Lowbridge were deserved winners in their race. A determined Braedon Gernyi led all 3km runners through the shoot to claim victory in Division 1, while Zac Jones and Michael Thompson ran well for second and third. In Division 2 Les Gernyi produced another solid performance with a top three position sharing the podium with Katie Schipp and Colleen Stahlhut. Medium course Division 1 runners Brendon Wood, Jyle Smith and Ben Shepherd posted very quick times picking up first, second and third respectively. Close competition in the Division 2 contest saw Galen Davitt narrowly beat seasoned performers Graham Smith and Tammy Jones. In Division 3 Alex Witenden came in just ahead of Carmel Quinton and Bronwyn Jeffrey to complete the Medium Course round up. In the Long Course event on Saturday Graham Anderson got away early to set up a hard fought victory in Division 1 while Mat Kinsele and Alex Pitkethly both ran well for the placings. In Division 2 Doug Jeffrey was first just ahead of birthday girl Michelle Smith and newcomer Scott Lockley. All in all another great
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Further to last weekend's AGM and Presentation evening two girls who deserve another round of applause for receiving the Club's Junior and Senior encouragement awards are Indiana Van Arkel and Sky Martin. Both girls had an outstanding cross country season in the 2007 competition and were well deserved winners of the John Morris Encouragement Award (Indiana) and the Ian Henry Encouragement Award (Sky). Congratulations! Another point of interest for most is the Nowra Athletics Club website (www.nowraathleticsclub.org.au). The website is a great resource for members to check venue details, times and any wet weather changes. Additionally, the website features articles, photo's and many other items of interest for club members or any person wishing to find out more about the Nowra Athletics Club. Check it out and keep informed. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at the Longreach Course, Longreach Road, Longreach. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday.
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NOWRA ATHLETICS 2008 AGM
The Nowra Athletics Club finished off another great season of athletics at its 48th Annual AGM and Presentation evening held at the Illaroo Road Public School Auditorium. Athletes, family and friends shared a few stories and enjoyed the presentations of awards and trophies for athletic achievements for the 2007/08 Summer Athletics and 2007 Cross Country seasons. President Kevyn Davis and Secretary Jan Gibb both gave a detailed summation of the Club’s activities and achievements for the 07/08 period. Following the reports, all executive and committee positions were declared vacant and a new committee was duly elected. Congratulations to all incoming executive and committee persons with a warm welcome to new committee members Jeff Dinning and Scott Martin. Following on from the official part of the evening, Club patron Rod Gibb introduced recently crowned Australian Masters Champions Peter Dooley, Paul Davidson and Cristine Suffolk. Later calling on them to present awards to all the winners of the various age and Divisional categories of the Athletic and Cross Country Competitions. Mid way through the presentations a video of a number of Australian Championship races from the 80’s and 90’s featuring two Nowra Athletic Club runners Alan Ozolins and Paul Greene were played. Both athletes won their respective races and finished as Australian Champions proving that Nowra athletes can make it to the top. Club Life Member and athlete Dr Patrick Greene was introduced and invited to speak and give his thoughts as former coach of his son Paul Greene. Dr Greene acknowledged the outstanding efforts of a number of athletes from that period and gave praise to Alan Ozolins as the person who led the charge in athletic endeavour at the National level at that time. He also said that there were no great secrets in athletics except to say that in his experience hard work and persistence were the key elements to success. |
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Talking of great successes Peter Dooley won the prestigious Frank McCaffrey Shield for “Performance of the Year” for his performance at the Australian Masters Games. Peter gave an outstanding effort in the 1500 metre event and was named as the Australian Champion. Bill Seary a man who always turns up and gives 100 percent every time was named as Club Person of the year for his consistent work both on and off the field. Well done Bill! Congratulations to all who made the effort to compete and all those lucky enough to receive awards. The evening came to a close with Rod Gibb thanking everyone and inviting all present to stay for supper, refreshments and a friendly chat.
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This Saturday’s Cross Country running will be
at Timberhills, McKinnons Farm, Kell’s Road, Tomerong. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. For further results or information about the Nowra Athletics Club’s competitions visit our website at (www.nowraathletics.org.au or just Google Nowra Athletics Club).
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Cross Country Report The biggest night of the year for athletics in the Shoalhaven is on this Saturday and everyone's invited. The Club's AGM and presentation evening will be held at the Illaroo Road Public School, North Nowra and commences at 7:30pm. On Saturday night a short but necessary General Meeting will take place and will be followed by a full programme of award and trophy presentations for all the Club's various categories and age groups for the 2007 Cross Country Competition and the 2007/08 Summer Athletics Competition. Bring your family and friends together with a plate of your best home cooking and enjoy a great evening in the company of people who like you make the most of life. Cross Country running at Longreach on the weekend saw a number of the Club's emerging athletes come to the fore in several events. Medium Course runner Deb Clark got out early in the Medium course race and lead the field up the home stretch to finish in front while back markers Pat Davitt and Julie Evans made up good ground for second and third. In Division 2 Rose Dooley made the most of the flat section of the course, eventually reeling in the competition over the final 2kms to take line honours. Further back Lucia Vernon and John Price showed off their racing skills picking up the minor placings. In Division 1 new Club runners Mick McDonell and Brendon Wood had a very close race finishing in the top two while Perry Strand showed good form to come home in third place. Mushy and trying conditions in the 3km event were no barrier for youngsters Braedon Gernyi, Zac Jones and Jarvis Strand who finished in top three positions. Great running saw Kate Knight, Kirsty McDonell and Colleen Stahlhut come in well ahead of the pack in the Division 2 race. Saturday's 2km event was well attended and saw a good cross section of runners of all ages and abilities. In Division 1 Liam Rayner, Zac Stahlhut and Hayden Strand were first to cross the line while in Division 2, Chelsea Williams, Callum Lowbridge and Jonty Bond sprinted in for maximum points. Well done! In the Long Course race, Martin Tomasini showed the signs of a good off-season coming home first in Division 1 while Graeme Pepper and Eric Moeller-Duhme crossed next for second and third. In Division 2 Danny Dowers opened his points account with first place while Gary Bowen and Lisa Carroll ran well for the placings. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at the Willandra course, Brown's Mountain Road, Cambewarra. Registration and administration will be from 2.00pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. For further results or information about the Nowra Athletics Club's competitions visit our website at (www.nowraathletics.org.au or just Google Nowra Athletics Club). |
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Weekend Cross Country
Report ROUND three of the Nowra Toyota pointscore had Nowra Athletics Club members at the Timberhills course at Tomerong last Saturday and some fine running took place. Fine handicapping was also a feature of the events with all courses recording close finishes. In division one of the long course for example the back markers got through the field to take the major positions, but they only made up the handicap in the last half kilometer in the 9.2km race. Mat Kinsele off 6.30 was first home followed by the back bunch who was on 10.10 to 11.50 behind. Jake Ring second, Hamish Gorman third, Paul Davidson fourth, Jon Schol fifth and Damian Smith sixth. These lads finished within 35 seconds. Fine running, fine handicapping an old bloke was heard to say! Division 2 of the long course went to Alison Strand ahead of Ed Egan and Danny Dowers. The medium course of 4.6km also featured two divisions and division 1 went to Perry Strand from Jyle Smith, who was one of the back markers, and Tom Marshall. Division 2 went to Deano Bryce from Galen Davitt and Lauren Carroll who were closely followed by some of the back markers Rose Dooley, Cathy Head and Graham Smith who were only seconds apart. Division 3 went to Jasmine Jones from Ozzie Bailey and Sky Martin. Only nine seconds separated the top three in Division 1 of the 3km event won by Yolanda van Arkel from Jarvis Strand and Jordan Janos, while Moruya Henderson, one of the back markers, was only three seconds away in fourth place. Division 2 went to Tanya Heald ahead of Jack Tuckerman and Kate knight. A good cross section of mums, dads and kids keenly contest the 3km races. The 2km featured three divisions and again across section of runners raced with great keenness. Division 1 went to the front runners this time with go marker Zoe Wittenden finishing clear of Tye Martin and Murray Schofield. In Division 2 Cameron Musgrove was first home from Lauren Stahlhut and Aiden Chater who made up a lot of ground from the back mark. Division 3 saw some adults get among the young folks with Julia Brindle being the winner from Peter Heald whose crook foot seems to be recovering, and Ryan Lowbridge. As that old bloke said a fine day’s running . Important Administration - Some important matters for runners to note. Casual runners are welcome, there is a fee. You should register your intention to run before the first event begins at 2.3Opm. Those who intend to join the club, there is paper work to complete. This too should be completed before 2.30pm. Please talk to the club officials. The first run at Longreach for the season will be held next Saturday, 19th April. Starting time is 2.3Opm, all administration must be completed before the first race. Come early. A date for your appointment books is April 26,which will be the club’s annual meeting and presentation night 7.3Opm at Illaroo Road School hall. Keep this date free. |
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Weekend Cross Country
Report Cross country runners were
at it again on the weekend, out there in the glorious sunshine
enjoying life and having fun. The Nowra Toyota Winter pointscore on Saturday saw many of the more astute competitors taking full advantage of the somewhat light early season handicaps. No doubt handicap and Divisional changes will be the "norm" over the coming weeks to enable runners of differing ability to catch up and make results in each event more interesting. A man who's always interested in exercise and having a go is seventy six year old Bill Rogan. On Saturday Bill said he wanted to ease his way into running this year and decided to start out in the 2km race and eventually work up to his regular 4km event. Well start he did, but taking it easy wasn't part of the agenda. Bill got away early and despite their best efforts none of the more fancied Div 3 runners had a hope of catching him. Other 2km runners making a great start on Saturday were Liam Dooley, Briony Munro and Jack Stokes in Div 1 while Joel Brindle, Luke Kellett and Hamish Heald were first to cross the line in Div 2. New runners to the Club, Bradley Sawers, Sharna Boughton and Jordan Janos made a great statement with top three placings in Div 1. In Div 2 Erin Poulton came in just ahead of fellow youngsters Jack Tuckerman and Mitchell Stahlhut. It must have been the day for new club members to win on Saturday. Recently signed runner, Tom Marshall held out late challenges from speedsters Jyle Smith and Peter Dooley to win the Div 1 contest in the 4km Medium course event. Congratulations on a fantastic result! Famed course shortening specialist Dean Bryce got away with a win in the Div 2, 4km race narrowly beating Lucia Vernon and Cathy Johnson to the finish line. In Div 3 Rebekah Brindle opened her pointscore account with a win while Graham Thompson and Terry Bailey came home in a flurry for second and third place respectively. The 8km Long Course event bought out the best in many of the Clubs' distance runners on the weekend. Jake Ring took up the challenge and reeled in the field coming home strongly in the last kilometre for a clear victory in Div 1. Eric Moeller-Duhme and Milton Cox both maintained a strong pace throughout the two laps to finish second and third. Jo Warren normally a Medium Course runner showed her versatility by winning the Div 2 event while Paul Jennings and Chris Davies chased hard for the placings. In other athletics news, all club members are reminded that the Nowra Athletics Club's AGM and Presentation evening will be held on Saturday 26th April at Illaroo Road Public School, North Nowra starting at 7.45 pm. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at Timberhills, McKinnons Farm, Kell's Road, Tomerong. To find Timberhills, simply drive South down the Princes Hwy and look for a right hand turn (Kell's Road) marked with X-Country signs on the Tomerong by-pass. Travel up Kell's Road for about 1.5km till you reach Timberhills on the right hand side. Registration and administration will be from 2.15pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. For further results or information about the Nowra Athletics Club's competitions visit our website at (www.nowraathletics.org.au or just Google Nowra Athletics Club). |
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Weekend Cross Country
Report Beautiful weather set the scene for a fabulous afternoon of cross country running at Willandra on Saturday. Although some runners complained of the heat everyone enjoyed the experience. The opening event saw fifty two competitors running around the picture perfect 2km course. Club runners Gus Stretton, Bridget Kellett and Wade Garni put in a great effort to be first home. The next race for the day was the 3km event, which incidentally starts at the same time as the Long Course when at Willandra. In another great win for the girls Michaela Quinn, Tarni Cunningham and Moruya Henderson lead the field and were only separated by a few seconds at the finish. The Medium course event proved to be a very competitive race with thirty nine runners taking part. Club stalwart Peter Dooley was first home while young athletes Alex Pitkethly and Jyle Smith came in second and third - completing the all male hat trick. The Long Course event saw several new runners taking part in the two lap event on Saturday. It was also good to see so many of the Club’s regular distance runners back including Hamish Gorman. Hamish led the field early and went on to finish the race in first place. Not far behind Jon Schol and Damien Smith ran very well, both completing the 8kms in less than 33 minutes! In other athletics news, Lyndy Douglass picked up a silver medal in the Womens 60m (40-45Yrs) at the Australian Masters Championship held in Blacktown recently. By all reports the first of many for Lyndy in future championships. This Saturday's cross country meet will see the start of the Nowra Toyota Winter Pointscore. Which means all runners will be put in Divisions for their chosen event and will receive handicaps. Please check the notice boards for your handicap prior to the starting of your event Cross Country running will again be at the Willandra course, Brown's Mountain Road, Cambewarra this Saturday. Registration and administration will be from 1.30pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. For further results and information about the Nowra Athletics Club's competitions and events visit our website at (www.nowraathletics.org.au or just Google Nowra Athletics Club).
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News Report The cross country opener for the 2008 season got off to a flying start at Willandra on Saturday afternoon despite the slightly wet conditions. The more experienced Club runners said it reminded them of competitions past where rain and muddy conditions were a regular feature. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces back for the new cross country season. A warm welcome is extended to everyone with special mention to all the new members and their families. The Club has a full calendar of events and outings catering to all levels of athletic ability planned for this year. Furthermore for everyone to enjoy, the Club will be conducting a number of social days filled with fun events and social activities. The full Nowra Athletics Club 2008 Winter program is available online (www.nowraathletics.org.au), copies can also be obtained at the administration tent each Saturday's at Cross Country. Club members and newcomers to the Nowra Athletics Club are reminded that the cross country competition is an all weather event. In the case of dangerous weather and or track conditions the scheduled event will be moved to a more suitable location. The clubs' website (www.nowraathletics.org.au) will be updated to reflect any changes or cancellations. In other news Nowra Athletics Club athletes returned triumphant from an Australian Masters Championship meet held in Blacktown on the weekend. The forever young Peter Dooley was crowned Australian Champion (50-54yrs) in the 1500m event and came second to a New Zealand athlete in the 800m. (Therefore he received the Gold Medal being an Australian Competitor). Cristine Suffolk came first in the 10,000m (35-39yrs), second in the 1500m and third in the 800m. North Nowra hair stylist Linda Weatherill shaved 13 seconds off her personal best to come second in the women's 1500m (40-44yrs) final. Lyndy Douglass picked up a silver in the women's 60m (45-49yrs) sprint. Cambewarra resident Paul Davidson picked up gold in the 3,000m (35-39yrs) steeplechase while long time athlete and master sprinter Bernie Condon claimed bronze in the 60m, 100m & 200m final (70-74Yr). Outstanding results gang! Club members are given notice that the Nowra Athletics Club's AGM and Presentation evening will be held on Saturday April 26 at the School Assembly Hall of Illaroo Road Public School, North Nowra commencing at around 7.30pm. Club officials have asked that all perpetual trophies, awarded last year for Athletics and Cross Country be returned as soon as possible. This Saturday's Cross Country running will be at the Willandra course, Brown,s Mountain Road, Cambewarra. Registration and administration will be from 1.30pm with the first event starting at around 2.30pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday.
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2008 Cross Country Begins - 22nd March,2008 Pack away the beach umbrella and towel and swap them over for your shorts and runners because the 2008 Cross Country season begins at Willandra this Saturday. Bring your family and friends to Australia's best Cross Country course. Relax in the friendly surrounds of a family club where everyone has the opportunity to be part of a great sport no matter what their level of fitness or athletic ability. The Nowra Athletics Club competition features two shorter distance events of 2 and 3 kms, a medium distance event of 4 kms and a long distance event of 8 kms. All events are graded with handicaps - given and adjusted to suit each individual runner's ability. The various grades and handicap system make the competition both interesting and fair, enabling all athletes to compete and enjoy the cross country experience. Follow the signs to Willandra, Brown’s Mountain Road, Cambewarra, registration and administration is from 1.30 pm with the first event starting at around 2.30 pm. For further enquiries contact club Secretary Jan Gibb on 44460226 or simply come along on Saturday. |
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