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Virtual Series Weeks 29 and 30 : More than holding our own

Excellent team performances illustrating that we can triumph without yours truly. Great turnout in Week 29. I couldn’t submit a time in week 30 because of dramatic thunderstorms. Pat Evans was key to our success. As ever we would encourage … Continue reading

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THE FLEETHAM CUP TIME TRIALS SERIES – NEXT EVENT, NOVEMBER 7th

We’ve received the following message from our ever resourceful friends, Trevor and Linda McDermot. Hi Friends and Colleagues, Linda and I found ourselves getting too ‘stir-crazy’ and thought of how the current crisis could also provide OPPORTUNITY over the coming … Continue reading

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Continuing our Club Virtual Series into the autumn and winter

Unfortunately we have to abandon our efforts to hold the final two races of 2020 – the AGM 5k and the Xmas 10k. Both would have been held at Simister. However, because of COVID protocols we would not have been … Continue reading

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Virtual League Racing Series – Race 27: still in the forefront

Thanks to everyone competing in the Virtual 2k Series for keeping the club in the forefront of those supporting this much needed venture. It looks certain that Helen and John will continue the Series through the autumn and winnter months. … Continue reading

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FRED PEARCE VIRTUAL 5K RELAY: NEVER FORGOTTEN

Firstly I must apologise for the belated appearance of these results. I’ve been knocked off my stride by serious family illness. This said these are difficult times for so many people. Secondly I must thank everyone for joining in with … Continue reading

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Despite a green light the Sutton 10k cancelled, but let’s carry on our Virtual exploits!

How frustrating! Having been given the green light by the RWA to hold the Albert Rigby race we find that the Ex-Servicemen’s club at Sutton is no longer available on October 3rd. Covid -related changes to the interior layout of … Continue reading

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Virtual League Racing Series – Week 24 with a milestone Week 26 in the offing

Significantly next week sees Week 26 of the Virtual Series, illustrating that the competition has been going for a full half year. Helen Elleker, who has contributed so much to keeping the show on the road is hoping for a … Continue reading

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AUGUST LWC VIRTUAL SERIES: 10 KILOMETRES RESULTS and NEWS of a VIRTUAL FRED PEARCE RELAY

10 KILOMETRES SCRATCH [G] indicates Guest, who is not counted in the team race. Bill McFadden M55 Scotia RWC 52:02 Tony Taylor M70 LWC 54:49 Ray Robinson M45 Redcar 55:50 [G] Andrew Fraser M50 Scotia RWC 57:53 Colin Simpson M60 … Continue reading

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VIRTUAL LEAGUE SERIES 21 – still very much in the mix

Good to see Dave Evans showing sprightly form on the road as he puts to one side his administrative duties, which are so vital to our continued presence on the UK race walking scene plus a fastest clocking for Martin … Continue reading

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JOIN THE RWA 200 CLUB AND SEND IN YOUR AUGUST 10K TIME

Message from Mark Easton, the Honorary Race Walking Association Treasurer THE RWA 200 CLUB What is it? The Race Walking Association 200 Club is a monthly prize draw with cash prizes for members. It has been run successfully for the … Continue reading

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