Monthly Archive: April 2019

Apr 30

Super Sprint Triathlon

Gary Malliband was the sole Thetford Triathlete at the East Coast Triathlon in Gt Yarmouth at the weekend. In wet and very blustery conditions Gary completed the super sprint distance 250m swim, 16k bike, 3k run course in 49:12 for 12th place overall and 5th in his age group. Gary now looks forward to competing …

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Apr 30

TAC at London Marathon

Six Thetford Athletics Club runners were out in force at The Virgin Money London Marathon at the weekend. For some it was their debut at London and others an opportunity to try and achieve a course PB. Among huge support and near perfect cool running conditions Louise White who achieved her place by qualifying at …

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Apr 29

Lauren completes 100th Marathon!

Lauren Goldsmith completed her 100th marathon yesterday at the annual Breckland Forest Marathon, she finished in 5:56:51. Lauren’s first marathon was in February 2015 – Enigma Quadzilla, which was actually 4 marathons in 4 days! Her fastest marathon was Chester marathon in October 2018 4:37:47. Lauren says her most enjoyable marathon was the Poppy line marathon …

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Apr 29

Open Water Swimming Sessions at West Stow

Open water swimming starts again on Saturday 27th April at Larkwood Lakes, 10:30-12:00. Please be aware that all swimmers will be asked to complete the club’s disclaimer so that records are up to date. It would be beneficial to complete the form before arrival so water time can be maximised. Please use the link https://westsuffolkwheelers.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/openWaterSwimmingRulesRegulationsDisclaimer.pdf Whilst the predicted weather …

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Apr 15

Boston Half and Full Marathon 2019

In Lincolnshire 4 other TAC members competed in the half and full marathon events in Boston. On a flat but very windy course Sabine Schaefer finished the half marathon course in an impressive 1:33:13 for 2nd place in her age group. Gary Malliband followed with a PB in 1:37:17 and Charlotte Smith also with a …

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Apr 14

Bungay 5k and Half Marathon

Thetford Runners took to the Bungay Hills where the Bungay Black Dogs hosted a Festival of running weekend. There were 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and a doggie run on offer. After running a marathon last weekend Kayleigh Bailey completed the 5k course in 25:21 for 9th female and 5th in her age group. Jason …

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Apr 09

TAC at Norwich Half Marathon

Wet and chilly conditions greeted Thetford runners at the Norwich Half Marathon on Sunday. This didn’t deter some fantastic times and results. Andrew Buckley completed in 1:28:05, Chris Greenough 1:35:10, Russell Slattery 1:45:10, Linda Cusack claimed a half marathon pb and 3rd in her age group in 1:52:16 and Corrine West followed in 2:27:02.

Apr 09

Manchester Marathon PB’s

Six Thetford athletes have been training hard over the Winter months to complete the Manchester Marathon which was held at the weekend. The event was host to almost 14,000 runners and is said to be one of Britains flattest marathon courses with amazing crowd support. With near perfect weather conditions there were P.B’s all round …

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Apr 09

England School Honors for Thetford Brothers

ENGLAND SCHOOL HONORS FOR THETFORD AC BROTHERS Two brothers, who run for Thetford AC and Suffolk, had the honor of making their England debuts at the weekend at the SIAB Home Countries Cross Country Championships in Dublin, Ireland. Finishing in the top 8 at the English Schools Championships last weekend earned James and Ben Peck …

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Apr 07

PB’S & Awards for Lauren & David

David Loomes raced both the 5 and 10k events at Barrow this weekend. David won both of the races and also achieved a 10k pb in 38:45. Lauren completed their success by finishing 1st female in the 10k race (2nd overall) also achieving a pb in 47:58

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