Monday, 8 August 2011

The Todds Leap Challange

Hi
Just wanted to let you know about a fantastic event we have coming up on Sunday 4th September, THE TODDS LEAP NORN IRON CHALLENGE!

Get yourself off the road and out of your comfort zone for this year’s ultimate challenge.
The Norn Iron Challenge is 25km around Tyrone’s finest hills and forest tracks, with the odd obstacle thrown in!
Fun for all, gruesome for those with an iron will and all for a great cause…what’s your motivation?

Registration £20.
Individual race = 25km.
£500 prizes each for top male and female runner.

Team Relay and Fun Run also on the day.

Further sponsorship is recommended..all profits go to the MENCAP NI! All participants will receive a free t-shirt. Refreshments in clubhouse after the race.
Find out more info at http://www.toddsleap.com/Norn-Iron-Challenge.htm

See attached literature. Would really appreciate if you could spread the word to all members who might be interested.
Thanks.

Kind regards,
Gemma Begley
Online Marketing Coordinator

e: gemma@toddsleap.com
t: 028855 67170

Todds Leap Activity Centre
Todds Leap Road
Ballygawley
BT70 2BW

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Monday, 25 July 2011

Lurig Challenge Run


Could you remind your members about the Lurig Challenge Run on Saturday 13th August 2011 as part of the Heart of the Glens Festival. This is the 20th staging of the run from the centre of Cushendall, along a gravel trail with a grassy climb to the top of Lurigeadan Mountain and back to the finish in the village - a total of approx 3.5 miles with around 1100 feet of climbing. The race starts at 1pm, with registration at the Old School House, Mill Street, Cushendall on the day. Advance entries are also available through www.glensrunners.com. Entry is £10, with a technical running T Shirt for all competitors. Tea/coffee/sandwiches etc will be available to all competitors and their supporters at the prize giving afterwards in Cushendall parish centre. This race attracts a large crowd of runners and spectators - early entry is advised.
any queries, just let me know.

thanks,
Henry McAlister
Glens Runners

Sunday, 17 July 2011

CAH Annual BBQ in Ballynure

The Annual Club BBQ will be held on Saturday 30th July 2011 at 7pm at the current Ladies Captain's house (Gillian) in Ballynure. All are welcome to attend and the cost for members and partners is £5 each. The evening will include food, musical entertainment by "SHADES" maybe some dancing but plenty of good craic! Please let Greg have your name as soon as possible should you wish to attend.

Race Reminders
Kennedy Kane McArthur Half Marathon & 10K - Saturday 23rd July 2011
NFU Mutual - Friday 29th July 2011

There are quite a few races coming up in the next few weeks, some are listed above but please check the athletics ni website for further race information and entry details www.niathletics.org

Sunday, 5 June 2011

Olympic Flame Torchbearer Nomination

In a year’s time the Olympic Flame will be on its journey around the UK. We need your help to find the inspirational Torchbearers who will carry the Flame through Northern Ireland.

We’re looking for people whose lives will inspire millions watching the Olympic Torch Relay – in their community, across the UK and around the world.

Together with our Presenting Partners Coca Cola, Lloyds TSB and Samsung, we want to give them their moment to shine.

Do you know someone who:

* Has inspired you to do something you never thought possible?
* Always tries to be the best they can be?
* Makes a real difference in their school or local community?
* Has shown what it means to be a real friend?
* Shows respect for other people and knows the importance of fair play?

Tell us their story and nominate them to be a London 2012 Torchbearer.

Read more...

Thursday, 26 May 2011

CAH News Week 30th May - 5th June 2011

Club Training
Club training will be as normal this week meeting Monday & Wednesday evenings at 7pm at the Sixmile Leisure Centre Ballyclare. Thursday at Ballyearl and Friday at Tardree due to limited interest are by prior arrangement only with Greg, so please text him if you are interested.

Congratulations
County Antrim Harriers congratulate Jim Hodgens and Gillian Hanna who completed the Edinburgh Marathon on Sunday 22nd May 2011 and Ricky Mason who completed the Half Marathon. Well done to all of you!

Club Night Out
A club night out has been arranged to the Odyssey Belfast for a meal followed by bowling on Saturday 4th June 2011 - please text your name to Greg if you are planning to attend.

Lisburn 10K & Half Marathon
Dont forget your entry to Lisburn 10K or Half Marathon on Wednesday 15th June 2011. Online entries close on Friday 3rd June 2011 at 4.30pm - follow this link to complete your entry http://www.lisburnhalfmarathon.com/

Parkrun
The Parkruns continue every Saturday morning at 9.30am - please check the Athletics website for other events http://www.niathletics.org/

June Birthday Wishes ......
Happy Birthday to the following club members during June
Angela Smyth - 2nd June
Gillian Hanna - 13th June
Andrena Berry - 20th June
Ross McCowan - 21st June
Christine Murray - 22nd June

Tuesday, 17 May 2011

Club News Week 16th - 22nd May 2011

Club Training
Club Training as normal this week Monday & Wednesday meeting at 7pm at the Sixmile Leisure Centre. Thursday evenings at Ballyearl and Friday evenings at Tardree are by prior arrangement due to numbers - if you are interested in either of these sessions please text Greg prior to attending.

Congratulations
The club extend their congratulations to Christine Murray on winning the UK Fire Service 10K Ladies Championship on Saturday 14th May 2011 in Glasgow. Also congratulations to Louise Smart on her PB at the Les Jones Memorial 10K on Friday 13th May 2011 and to Club Coach Russell Hughes who took part in the Mallorca Ironman Triathlon. Well done to you all!

Parkruns
The Parkruns continue on Saturday mornings in Victoria Park at 9am and the Waterworks at 9.30am.

Lisburn 10K & Half Marathon
If you intend to take part in either the 10K Road Race or the Half Marathon in Lisburn on Wednesday 15th June 2011 then please enter online by following the link provided. Let's have a good club representation at this event. http://www.lisburnhalfmarathon.com/

Club Night Out
Ricky is organising a club night out at the Odyssey Bowling followed by a meal at the Red Panda possibly on Saturday 4th June 2011. If you are intersted in attending this social event please text your name to Greg as soon as possible so as interest may be guaged.

Good Luck
To those club members who are taking part in Edinburgh Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday 22nd May 2011 the club send there good wishes - have a good run!

Sunday, 1 May 2011

Belfast Marathon 2nd May 2011

Good Luck to all club members who are taking part in the Belfast City Marathon on Monday 2nd May 2011.

Post Race Refreshments
Post race refreshments for club members will be available following the marathon from Greg's car which should be parked around London Street or Dublin Street just off the Ravenhill Road at the Embankment Junction.

Marathon Nite Out
The annual Marathon night out will be held at 7pm on Monday 2nd May in Corrs Corner all are welcome.

Best Wishes to all for a super run!