Author Archives: Tony Taylor

LEIGH HARRIERS AT THE OLYMPICS ACROSS A CENTURY 1924 to 2024, FROM SILVER TO GOLD, FROM REG TO KEELY

Posted on August 9, 2024 by Tony Taylor

What a time to be a Leigh Harrier!  The name of this modest North of England athletic club is to be found on many a lip across the globe.  And, of course, this remarkable state of affairs is down to … Continue reading →

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Training on Sunday at Stockport with the Goodwin Cup on the horizon

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Tony Taylor

A quick note Enthused by today’s Olympic 20 kilometres races you will be eyeing hopefully this coming Sunday’s training session on August 4th from 12 till 5 with Adrian Edwards at the Woodbank Park track, Stockport Then a week on … Continue reading →

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To much relief, Trevor McDermot resuscitated

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Tony Taylor

For much of this century or so it seemed, Trevor McDermot, along with his wife, Linda and notables such as John Paddick, committed himself to the task of reviving race walking in the North of England. One brainchild was the … Continue reading →

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Close Finishes in the Fred Pearce Relay

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Dave Evans reports: Some last minute changes to the walking personnel altered the weighting of the handicap on this occasion but despite the disparity all competitors gave it their all on a day when a very warm and close atmosphere … Continue reading →

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Support the Fred Pearce Memorial Relay

Posted on July 15, 2024 by Tony Taylor

I make no apologies for repeating again Dave’s eloquent plea to support this coming Saturday’s Fred Pearce Relay. I’m gutted not to be with you, especially as so many put themselves out to support my 70th anniversary appearance last year. … Continue reading →

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Looking ahead to the Fred Pearce Relay and Training at Stockport

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Following the cancellation of the Macclesfield Trophy race on July 6th, Dave Evans has penned this call to support the Fred Pearce Relay on July 20th Dear All, As you will know our venue for the Macclesfield 10km on July … Continue reading →

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George ‘hard as nails’ Barras – race walker, fell runner and more. Rest in Peace.

Posted on June 24, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Guy Goodair, his dear friend, forwarded this moving tribute to George Barras. an outstanding race walker, fell runner and athlete. George Barras ( 2 May 1932 – 6 Jun 2024) It is with a heavy heart I announce the death … Continue reading →

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Barnard Trophy 10 kilometres on July 6th cancelled

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Unfortunately the Barnard Trophy race on July 6th has had to be cancelled as the hall in the Sutton Ex-Servicemen’s club is not available. Our next race will be the always well-supported Fred Pearce Relay on July 20th. Forgive me … Continue reading →

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Young Blood at Bury livens up the scene

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Tony Taylor

Dave Evans reports: The presence of a trio of youngsters new to race walking gave today’s event a lift and straddled almost 70 years of experience. The debutantes were keen to go for it and each of them exemplified the … Continue reading →

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A Sunny Chorley greets the field for the Dave Crompton Memorial Trophy plus notice of the Bury 10 kilometres track, June 1st

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Tony Taylor

My apologies for the late appearance of this result – still a touch under the weather. Dave Evans reports: The appearance of Adrian Edwards for this very demanding event introduced an element of intrigue with several “new” club members meeting … Continue reading →

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