Biggleswade AC November 2008

Fairy Run - Sat 20 Dec

Wings, wands and the wonder - just a few of the ingredients that make up the Annual Biggleswade AC Fairy Run. Some have seen the mist, others have missed the scene! But to be a part of this amazing event will make you wonder why you didn't join Biggleswade Athletic Club years ago and strap some fairy wings to your back for the day.

Typically run on the last Saturday before Christmas, this years run will take place on Saturday 20th December 2008 meeting at The Lodge car park within the Sandy RSPB. The run starts at 10am for the Juniors and 10.30am for the Seniors. Please note this run is a closed event and only open to members of Biggleswade AC.

Check out the Fairy Run page on the website for more details, not to mention the Fairy Run discussion on the Forum

Get your fairy wings...

Why not pop along to Let's Party (www.letspartybiggleswade.co.uk) in Saffron Road, Biggleswade, where club members can now get 10% off all his or her fairy needs, upon production of your current club membership card (please note, fairy dust is not a valid currency in this shop).

If, however, you can't find the right colour wings to match your outfit, or you are looking for a co-ordinated wand and tiara set, then Let's Party will try to find one for you, providing you give them a couple of weeks notice.

Monday Night Training...

... has restarted at Biggleswade's Recreation Centre - circuit and conditioning for Senior athletes, Sportshall for juniors - 6:00pm till 7:00pm.

Do you have Club photos to share?

Adult Club members may submit their photos to bacphotos@googlemail.com

Junior members wishing to submit their photos should email them to our Child Protection Officer, Zoe Dawson, at zoedawson74@hotmail.com

We still do not have any photos of the recent Junior Presentation/Disco and would love some for the club photo archives.

Kingfisher Way training run - Winter Edition - Sun 28 Dec

This year's "winter" Kingfisher Way training run is planned for Sunday 28th December. For those not familiar with the Kingfisher Way, it is a 21 mile footpath that follows the River Ivel from its source in Baldock, to its confluence with the River Ouse at Tempsford. Those wishing to run part of the route can join or leave at points along the way such as Langford, Biggleswade and Sandy. At the finish we normally partake in some refreshments at the Wheatsheaf in Tempsford.

London Marathon 2009 - Club Places

Each year, in November/December, the club receive a number of "club" entries to the London Marathon. Typically this is either 2 or 3 places. The following guidelines are used to select those club members to receive the "club" entries.

A set of four criteria are defined below. A club member who wishes to be considered for a "club" place in the Marathon should meet all four criteria. But you can still enter your name if you do not meet ALL four criteria, in case all the places are not taken by those who do meet all four criteria.

Criteria:

In receipt of a rejection slip from the London marathon ballot

A member of the club for at least 12 months at the time of the ballot

Must be a 1st claim member of Biggleswade AC

Has not received a London Marathon "club" place in the previous 3 years

The names will be placed into a hat on a Tuesday club night. The date will be notified at least 2 weeks in advance to all members. Names are drawn out. Ownership of the entry then passes to the club member.

If, after the draw is made, there is still one or more London Marathon places un-allocated, the Committee will make a decision as to who gets the remaining place(s). The committee's decision may be based on the criteria that the individuals have met, or other factors eg participation in club league races; assistance with club organised events.

Club Dinner and Presentation evening - Fri 23 Jan

Another date for your diary. The club's senior Presentation evening and Dinner is planned for Friday 23rd January. More details in next month's newsletter.

Regional and County affairs and listings

The regional offices of England Athletics is closing - only 2 years after they have been opened!! A new structure is being piloted now and is supposed to be operational from April 1st, giving more control to the counties and clubs through AthleticsNetworks.

Paul Brooks, Secretary of Bedfordshire AAA, is proposing that the clubs in Bedfordshire set up networks to gain funding for our clubs in Bedfordshire - more information available at the AGM Bedford stadium 14th November 7 30 pm. all welcome. Also at the AGM Zoe Dawson, Tom Worboys and Rhys Harvey will receive county honours.

The County Top Ten best performances has been produced and we have a few athletes mentioned:

Highlights: U13 Girls Chloe Litchfield 3rd Long Jump
U13 Boys Rhys Harvey 2nd Discus, 2nd Javelin
U15 Girls Beth Harvey 2nd Hammer
Katie Faulkner 1st Triple Jump
U17 Women Amy Lyons 2nd Javelin, 3rd Heptathlon
Holly Wellham 1st Pole Vault
Jasmine Coughtry 2nd Shot
Katie Bland 1st Hammer
U17 men Kieran Shaw Flach 1st Pole Vault
Daniel Steel 2nd Pole Vault, 3rd Triple Jump
Tom Worboys 2nd 400m
U20 Men Craig Morse 2nd 400m Hurdles, 3rd Triple Jump
Senior Women Alice Middleton 1st 400m, 1st 400m Hurdles, 2nd 200m, 2nd High Jump, 2nd 800m
1st 800m was Katrina Wootton a GB International
Cassie Prior 3rd 100m Hurdles
Senior Men Zack Morrison 1st High Jump, 3rd 200m

Also mentioned: Natalie Darlow 6th 300m
Julie MacKay 10th 300m
Sandra Ingham 9th Shot (Vet 45)
Sonia Edwards 10th Shot (Vet 45).
Angela King 10th Javelin, 7th Hammer
Anne Lincoln 8th Hammer
Ed Jones Long Jump
Andy Sadler Javelin, Hammer, Shot
David Brown 110m Hurdles, 400m Hurdles, Hammer, High Jump, Triple Jump, 800m, 400m, 3k Steeplechase, and Pole-Vault
Chris Watson Discus
Richard Bevan Javelin

Well done to all. Full list to be published later

Coaching Clinics - Luton 16 Nov

The following technical training will take place at Luton on 16 Nov, supported by Beds AAA, Team Beds & Luton. Others will follow throughout the winter. If you want to see some good coaching with GB coaches, tell David Brown what you would like. Cost Ł7-50.

Shot/Discus Mike Winch 10:30am - 3pm
Javelin John Waugh 11am - 2 pm
Hammer Darren Kerr 11am - 2 pm
Pole Vault Rob Thickpenny 11am - 2 pm
Sprints Jenny O'Shea 11am - 2 pm

Club Championship Races in 2008

The remaining Club Championship race to be run in 2008 is:

Half Marathon Beds Harriers Half Wootton Sun 14th Dec

Beds County Cross Country Championships - Sat 10 Jan

Please make a note in your diary of the Beds County XC championships which are being held at Shuttleworth College, Old Warden, and hosted by our club. This is the first time that Biggleswade AC have hosted these championships for 20 years, when the event was held on Biggleswade Common. There are races for U13 to Vet 60+, and we hope to get a bumper turnout of runners from our club. We are also looking for helpers on the day to set up the course and act as course and car park marshals. So whether you plan to run or not, but are willing to help out as an official for part of the day, please contact Nigel, Neil or Stuart.

The Seniors Tuesday Night Programme

You can find these and other training events in the training section of the Club website

4th Nov Speedwork with coach Zoe followed with a talk by Ken on Ultra Running
Buffy's group: 800's - G1 x 12, G2 x 10, G3 x 8, G4 x 6
11th Nov AWAY DAY - Bedford lead by Damo
Buffy's group: 1½ miles - G1 x 5, G2 x 4, G3 x 3, G4 x 2
18th Nov Hills are a state on mind!
Buffy's group: 1½ mins - G1 x 20, G2 x 16, G3 x 12, G4 x 8
Thurs 20th Nov Star Bursts
25th Nov Sandy Streets winter loop
Buffy's group: 2 miles - G1 x 4, G2 x 3, G3/4 x 2

2nd Dec Sandy loop, in reverse!!!
Thurs 4th Dec Star Bursts
9th Dec Speedwork with coach Zoe
16th Dec Fartlek is Fun!
23rd Dec Sandy loop with pre-christmas cheer
30th Dec Sandy loop with post-christmas cheer

you may need a track pass or to pay for a day pass when doing Speed or Track work

Thursday evenings will usually be "General Running", dictated by the race calendar, and are tailored on the night to the participants needs. Runners are usually split into ability groups to ensure everyone has a good run. Exceptions are 20 Nov and 4 Dec, which are Starburst nights

If anyone would like to organise an AWAY DAY in your village or town in 2008, or a run on your favourite training route, please let Gavin or one of the committee know.

Leagues, Series, and Other Events

RAF Henlow 10 Miles, 12 Nov
This year there will be NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY at the Henlow 10, and entries are limited to 300 runners, so get your entries in early. You can download an information pack and Entry Form
St Neots Half Marathon 16 Nov
This race is now full, and the waiting list is now closed. If you are on the waiting list and get an offer of a place (by email), you must reply within 24 hours or lose the offer.
Chiltern Cross Country League
All meetings are on Saturdays; we have no venue information

8 Nov 6 Dec 3 Jan 14 Feb
Three Counties Cross Country League
All meetings are on Saturdays; we have no venue information

23 Nov 21 Dec 8 Feb