For many, the races around the Christmas period are some of the best races of the year, particularly those in the Mid Ulster area. However, this year, as with everything else they have been impacted by the ongoing pandemic. Nevertheless, some members of Sperrin Harriers have found some running action...
The latest wave of COVID related restrictions continues to severely impact the local running scene. Determined to get involved in as best they can, Maureen Mallon and Briege McCann completed the Run in the Dark Virtual 10k in times of 58.25 and 61.00 respectively Further to previous announcements, the club...
Like many events this year, the Sperrin Harrier’s Winter League could not proceed this year. The League is well known for its challenging routes in picturesque locations around the local area. The club takes great pride in hosting one of the most popular running series of its kind in Ulster....
The Halloween period usually provides plenty of local running races as well as the Dublin marathon. However, action has been limited this year due to COVID restrictions. However, on Saturday, a trio of Harriers took part in a 10k event organised by local club Galbally Runners. The conditions were windy...
On Saturday Sperrin Harriers marked World Mental Health Day. This year the occasion was particularly poignant given the current circumstances we find ourselves in. The club’s chairperson, Maureen Mallon commented, “Running and mental health can go hand in hand. The sense of comradery and social interaction is invaluable, not...
Undeterred by the bad weather, six Harriers completed marathons over the weekend as part of the Virtual London Marathon and Keep ‘Er Lit marathon. The roads of Tyrone replaced the streets of London as runners Paul McLaughlin (3.36.30), Raymie Thom (3.36.30) and Declan Morrison (3.52.02) ran the 26.2 mile distance....
Coronavirus concerns continue to impact the local running scene. Nevertheless, several events have proceeded, both virtually and as races. A trio of Harriers took part in a half marathon event organised by local running club, Keep ‘Er Lit. The event was very well organised and allowed for competitive times. Brian...
Races at Down Royal and a novel Man v Horse event at Lissan House have been the main sources of action for the Harriers outside regular club training. Man v Horse At the end of August, Stephen Lynch competed in the Man v Horse event organised by Lissan Horse Riders...
As a sign of the times the Stanley Reid Memorial 5 Mile Classic, which was due to be held at the weekend, had to be run virtually. The event was recently crowned Spirit of Running best 5 mile event. Members of Sperrin Harriers pulled together to ensure the occasion was...
On Saturday, the long wait for road racing finally ended. The first event in many months took place at Down Royal Racecourse. The tarmac route which runs parallel to the horse racing course, paved the way for Harriers Brian Taggart and Andrew Newell, who competed in the Elite 10k race....
On Saturday 13th June, the members of Sperrin Harriers raised £460 for the Stroke Association. The club matched the money raised by members resulting in a total of £920. The fundraiser took the name of Stunnerz ‘n’ Hunks following the cancellation of Stunnerz ‘n’ Runnerz which was due to be...
There was plenty of weekend activity for Harriers with a plethora of virtual races and challenges, as well as fundraisers for local charities. For many, it was the first time in a lengthy period in which they could wear their familiar red and white club vests. Brainwaves ½ marathon Organised...
Virtual Race Around the World With the racing calendar bare, parkruns cancelled and club training put on hold, the runners of Sperrin Harriers have had to think big. The virtual race around the world challenge will see the club travel across the globe with the miles logged by members each...
What’s usually one of the busiest spells of running races, turned out to be extremely quiet one, with virtually all races over the St Patrick’s period either postponed or cancelled. The only fixtures that went ahead were Parkruns. Dungannon Park Parkrun Andrew Newell took the top spot with...
The runners of Sperrin Harriers took part in multiple races over the weekend across the province and beyond. Results included a plethora of Personal Bests and podium places across Saturday and Sunday. Carlingford Half Marathon Raymond Thom took on Carlingford Half Marathon. This event for large parts runs parallel to...