Pegram claims Runher 5k victory

These ever popular events, which are organised by the Belfast Telegraph, attracted around 200 ladies from across Northern Ireland, including a 20 strong contingent from Acorns AC. Two distances were available on the night, a 5k which covered 2 laps of the park or a 10k across a 4 lap course.

Among those Acorns ladies taking part were Sharon Scott, Wendy Walker, Deidre Bradley, Leeann Whittle, Rhian Pegram and Jennifer Leacock.

Rhian Pegram opted for the 5k distance and put in a top performance to win the race in a brilliant time of 21:04, which was 30 seconds ahead of her nearest rival.

A tremendous effort by all the ladies, who ran brilliantly and really enjoyed the event. Unfortunately Full results were not available at the time of going to press, however a selection of finish times are as follows:-

Rhian Pegram 21:04

Wendy Walker 55:48

Leeann Whittle 59:11

Jennifer Leacock 1:03

Sharon Scott 1:05

Deidre Bradley 1:09

Well done to all the Acorns Ladies who took part, and thanks to J&K Coaches for providing the transport.

Jude Gallagher Around the Bridges 10 Mile – This annual event, which is organised by Springwell runners, took place on Thursday evening in excellent dry weather conditions.

The course is relatively flat and took the runners out of Limavady and along the Seacoast road, before returning back into the town to the finish line beside the local cricket club.

The Acorns were well represented with over ten members taking part, plus there was a strong field in place for this race, including Belfast Marathon winner Freddy Sittuk and AAI Masters holder Natasha Adams.

As the race got underway at 7.30pm, the 400 runners made a brisk start, including the Acorns crew of Aaron Meharg, Darrell McKee and Martin Loughran. Not far behind, in the middle of the pack, were Bliadhan Glass, Alan Shaw and Kevin Conway, to name but a few.

As they approached the half way stage, Aaron was inside the top ten and keeping in touch with the leading pack. Darrell McKee, who was running the event for the first time, was holding his own just in front of Marty and Bliadhan.

Alan Shaw and Kevin Conway came though the five mile marker in under 35 minutes, and a few seconds back was Stephen Kerr and Connor McWilliams. Oli Murphy, John Knocker and Rosemary Hargan were all running very well, and on target for good times.

As the lead runners approached the finish it was Aaron Meharg who took 7th place and a PB time of 56:18, following a closing battle with Pius McIntyre (Foyle Valley) and James Brown (Larne).

Darrell finished was also inside the top 20 with another PB time of 59:47, followed by Marty and Bliadhan. Rosemary Hargan picked up a F55 Category prize following another great run when she crossed the line in 83:04.

Overall a great evenings running, with great hospitality from Springwell Runners.

Aaron Meharg 56.18 PB

Darrell McKee 59.47 PB

Martin Loughran 62.36 PB

Bliadhan Glass 62.53 PB

Alan Shaw 65.36

Kevin Conway 69.03

Stephen Kerr 70.48 PB

Connor McWilliams 70.54 PB

Oliver (Warrior) Murphy 72.15

John Knocker 76.56

Rosemary Hargan 83.04

Enniskillen 10k- Alan Shaw took part in this race on Saturday 14th June and finished with a brilliant time of 40:24 and 29th place overall.

Athletics 3000M – Mary Peters Track- well done to PJ O’Neill who part in the 3000m race and finished 4th overall when he crossed the line in 10:05.

Drumlough 5 Mile- Congratulations to Cheryl Cardwell who took 2nd place at the Drumlough 5 mile road race.

Some results from this week’s Mid Ulster Parkrun:-

Sean Boyle 19:37

Jordan Boyd 19:50

Niall Hassan 21:39

Trevor Dallas 22:26

Killarney Trip- A trip is planned to the Killarney Marathon and Half Marathon on 19th July, there are still places available, therefore please contact Francis Purvis is you are interested in going.

Race Calendar:- Greyabbey 5k and 10k, Friday 4th July at 7.40pm; Ballyhegan Park and Stride, Friday 4th July at 7.30pm; Lisbellaw 10k, Saturday 5th July at 11am.