In glorious sunshine, an excellent turnout of six Calderglen Harriers took part in the SVHC Walter Ross Memorial 10 km race in Pollock Park on Sunday.
The 1.30 pm start time dove-tailed nicely with the hottest part of the day, ensuring a tough run for all on the undulating, two and a bit lap course. Even spectators Sandra, Maude and Geo were forced to have a seat and take on fluids!
The race was won by M50 Ian Stewart in a time of 36:06 and once again, the Harriers were among the prizes.
Eddie Reid, 6th overall, was first Harrier home in a time of 38:51, which also secured 1st M45.
Scot Hill made his return to competitive running in a time of 40:33 and was also 1st M40.
Stuart Waugh, in 40:53 claimed 1st M60 prize with Jim Holmes following in 41:25.
Frances Maxwell came home in 43:56 and was 1st F45, this time showing a clean pair of heels to her closest rival.
And Russell Couper made his debut as a Scottish Veteran Harrier, completing the course in 59:18.
Eddie and Frances' times equate to bronze performance standards (although not their fastest of this season).
Thanks to Jim for the above report and to Eddie for relaying his similar report. Well done to all in oppressive heat. Speaking of which the Harriers competing at the Edinburgh Marathon would not have had a fun time and we wait to see a report on the race as soon as the 4 Harriers have re-hydrated.
Alan
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