Romsey Advertiser's Articles

'The fourth of the RR10 Cross Country series came just one week after the previous one with another race at Deerleap in the New Forest. Matt Hammerton of Romsey Road Runners surpassed himself again, this time finishing 2nd in a field of 195 men. Jim Wright (46), Alistair Longworth (95) and Paul Slaughter (159) also achieved their best positions of the season so far. The ladies met strong opposition from other clubs with Lynne Whitaker the first Romsey lady home in 14th. Julia Abab (41), Emma Hammerton (56) and Ruth Page (85) were pleased with their best results of the summer so far. Other Results: Men; Mark Adams 84, Chris Brown 87, Steve Reed 106, Steve Edwards 124, David Page 126, Paul Bradley 128, Paul Baldieri 136, Andrew Archibald 139, Greg Roulston 153, Derek Kelly 170. Ladies: Tamatha Ryan 26, Jane Field 29, Penny Jennings 33, Mary Corbett 43, Charlotte Maslen 70.

Wendy Couper of Romsey Road Runners competed in the Wimborne Triathlon last Sunday and finished in a very impressive 77 minutes 22 seconds.

The previous weekend saw Tamatha Ryan run the Pewsey 10K in 45:45, finishing 3rd lady in her age category and 5th lady overall.

On the same day Nick Saunders finished the Ropley 10K in exactly 43 minutes and Penny Jennings in 46:55.

Members are now looking forward to hosting the annual Braishfield 5 Mile Beer Race taking place on Sunday 15 June at 10.30am. The race starts at Braishfield Cricket Ground and finishes at the Village Hall. Treat your dad on Fathers' Day to an entry into this popular event with a free beer or soft drink at the finish! Research shows that a small beer after a race is good for you! It rehydrates the body quicker than water, and is full of carbohydrates.