Despite a marked decrease in competitors for week 10 the quality of performances was nevertheless rewarding. Joel Harlor, determined to better his 2k time of 7:04 managed to achieve his wish, flying around the 2k in exactly 7:00.
This was a great effort considering he had not long come from a very hard game of soccer. The other standout in the younger age category was Layla Burbage who achieved ‘Improver of the week’ with a 17 seconds improvement on her 1k time. Well done Joel and Layla
Younger members didn’t appear to be affected by the quite warm conditions, maybe the ice blocks available at the finish line offered some encouragement. However, some 6k runners decided one lap in the heat was enough and sensibly chose the 4k. At the other end of the age scale our three 70yrs and over competitors, Eva, Erich and Kevyn didn’t appear to be phased by the increase in temperature. Along with our very talented 50yr old master’s athlete, Cristine, these dedicated runners are a great example to all. Their ability, determination and commitment to complete their chosen distance at their own pace, is indeed very inspirational.
Kembla Joggers Club have emailed an invitation to Victory members to join them if interested in an OPEN NIGHT on the track. The following events will be conducted. 400m, 1mile, 3000/5000m & 100m.
The venue: Beaton Park athletics track in Wollongong. Date: Thursday evening 24th September – 6pm start.
The only cost will be entry to the athletics track. However, it will be necessary to fill in an entry form if interested in attending.
This can be found on their website – kemblajoggers.org.au/news
Week 11 Saturday 19th September will be our final point score activity. Saturday 26th. September, we are planning to have some special activities to celebrate and bring winter 2020 to a close.
However, to plan this we really need to know who will be attending, please inform us by Saturday 19th if you intend to be present or unable to attend. This would be very helpful and much appreciated. Thank you.
September, Quote for the Month:
“Running is about finding your inner peace, and so is a life well lived.”
Dean Karnazes (A runner and well known popular American author – especially about running).
Results
1k Distance
| Name | Time |
| Louise Harlor | 5.25 |
| Layla Burbage | 5.25 |
| Jai Burbage | 5.34 |
| Arron Duncan (Visitor) | 5.35 |
| Cailin Burbage | 6.27 |
| Brooke Dubadi (Visitor) | 7.30 |
| Julie Harrison | 10.00 |
2k Distance
| Name | Time |
| Joel Harlor | 7.00 |
| Ashley Spicer | 12.07 |
3k Distance
| Name | Time |
| Ayden Spicer | 13.50 |
4k Distance
| Name | Time |
| Natasha Spicer | 23.41 |
| Paul Jennings | 23.11 |
| Ros Matthews | 23.41 |
| Kevyn Davis | 32.47 |
6k Distance
| Name | Time |
| Cristine Suffolk | 27.37 |
| Eva Moeller – Duhme | 47.50 |
8k Distance
| Name | Time |
| Erich Moeller – Duhme | 52.47 |