Haselbury Trail Race, Yeovilton 5K (Race 5), Crook Peak Cake Race, New Race Vests and Training Updates.
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Reuben Frith on the ascent at the Crook Peak Cake Race.
It’s been another action-packed week for Wells City Harriers, with more standout performances. At the Haselbury Trail 10K, Chris Green retained his title while Ellie Constable claimed a category win on the challenging two-lap course. The Yeovilton 5K delivered a flurry of PBs, with Phoebe Aspinall breaking the 18-minute barrier for the first time and Jon James making a remarkable V60 comeback. Harriers also took on the Crook Peak Cake Fell Race, where juniors made impressive fell running debuts, and last Tuesday saw our Summer Training Competition Evening. Off the track, members were excited to receive the club’s new technical racing vests, and the recently launched Thursday training programme is already proving a hit, with strong attendances and sessions designed to be multi-ability, structured, and fun.
UK Athletics Champs, South West Athletics League, Yeovil Open, Scottish Orienteering Champs and enter the Baltonsborough 5 Mile
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Milo Cook getting a PB in the 1500m at the Yeovil Open
Wells City Harriers athletes have been in action across a busy schedule of competitions, with highlights including Elise Thorner’s championship record-breaking victory in the 3000m steeplechase at the Novuna UK Track & Field Championships, earning her selection for the World Championships in Tokyo. Harry Barton also delivered a strong performance in the 400m heats at the same event. Further afield, Zoe Frost claimed overall victory in her age group at the Scottish 6 Days Orienteering competition. Back on the track, numerous Harriers recorded personal bests at both the South West League fixture in Exeter and the Yeovil Open. The club now turns its attention to upcoming fixtures, including the SEAA Road Relays and NAL Playoff fixture. Please get in touch if you can participate. Finally, don’t forget to enter the Baltonsborough 5 Mile Road Race at the end of August.
NAL, European Athletics u23 Championships, South West Athletics Championships and Piddlewood Plod
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Daughter (Phoebe) passing the baton to mother (Melissa) in the women’s 400m relay at the NAL.
Yeovil Olympiads made history at the final National Athletics League West fixture on 19th July, earning a first-ever spot in the promotion playoffs. The day featured standout performances across the board, including a win for Matt Lusby in the 3000m steeplechase, and strong runs from Peter Grist in the 1500m and 3000m. PBs were achieved by Jack French (400m) and Alexander Coombs (800m), while Phoebe Aspinall also won the 3000m and placed second in the 1500m. Beyond the league meet, Harriers excelled at the South West Championships in Exeter, where Ruby Shaw, Izzy Kettle, and Oskar Beck were among the medallists. Meanwhile, Harry Barton represented Team GB at the European U23 Championships in the 400m hurdles, and Harriers also supported the Piddlewood Plod trail race, raising funds for local causes.
Wednesday Training Update
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Following the recent club poll regarding changing the Wells group run from Wednesday to Thursday, the majority of respondents have expressed a clear preference for Thursday evenings. As a result, our official club run will move to Thursday evenings starting from 7th August.
This means our last Wednesday run will be on 30th July. If you plan to join the Thursday group runs or would like to stay updated, please make sure to join the new WhatsApp group.
Junior training update, National Athletics League, Quantock Beast, Yeovilton 5K, Wednesday training update + more
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Harriers post race at July’s Yeovilton 5K
It’s been a packed start to July for the Harriers, with standout performances on the track, trail, and roads. The Yeovilton 5K saw a scorching evening of racing with a strong turnout and top-ten finishes from Peter Grist and Addie Butcher, while the Quantock Beast offered a rugged off-road challenge for our hardy runners. Meanwhile, in the National Athletics League Championship West, Yeovil Olympiads continued to impress, securing third overall, with strong contributions from several Harriers. Our junior section also continues to thrive, drawing praise from Richard Ayling of England Athletics during a recent visit and preparing to take a well-earned summer break. And with Harry Barton selected to represent Team GB at the U23 European Championships, there's much to celebrate across all levels of the club. Please note there is also an important update regarding our Wednesday evening group run.
- Somersert Series' Brean Banger and Forde Abbey 10K, South West Schools T&F Champs, YOAC Evening Open (Meet 2), a new Meet the Harrier + more
- Thorner Shines Bright in Diamond League Debut, Yeovilton 5K (Race 3), Oke Croak, Somerset Schools AA Champs and Martock 10K
- World Athletics Championship qualification, New Club 5000m record, Yeovil Open, National Athletics League, Club Awards, a new Meet the Harrier + more
- Wells Festival of Running, Town Tree Trail, Yeovilton 5K (Race 2), BMC Classic and more!
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