Withins Skyline

Withins Skyline Fell Race 6 miles 11th Oct

A small group of Harriers made the short trip to Howarth in Yorkshire for this popular fell race held in very good conditions. First to finish was in form Lyndsey Brindle in 27th place overall in 47.05 and also broke the Ladies record by over a minute that had stood since 2006. With Sandra Kelly 58.00 and Erica Booth 58.15 backing Lyndsey up, Horwich Ladies won the Team award. Gary Chadderton ran well for 69th in 52.02 with team mate Nick Kelly just behind 73rd in 52.14. Paul Boardman recorded 52.56 for 82nd place. John Monks was second O/60 in 99th with a time of 54.16. Doug Fleming 122nd in 56.08 just outran Tony Hesketh 56.26 for 126th and Brent Brindle finished in 187th in 62.26.

Withins Junior Races

Only three Horwich juniors ran and the best result was by Toby Middleton who was third in the U/13 Boys with brother Theo ninth in the U/10 race. Lydia Johnson was a excellant 11th in the U/13 Girls race on a tough course.