On a baking hot day probably not condusive to PBs North Belfast had a large contingent of 18 runners of all ages taking part in the Titanic Quarter 10k. This was a successful day all round with the men winning just about every single age group as well as the team prize and the two girls coming 2nd open and 1st age group. Pre race favourite Stephen Scullion started as he meant to go on and led from the gun to cruise …
This Sunday will see over 1200 runners competing in the Titanic 10km with North Belfast Harrier’s Stephen Scullion billed as pre-race favourite. Stephen has just returned from a spell of warm weather training in Portugal where under the instructions of Bud Buldaro and UK Endurance Coach, Nick Anderson, he was putting in some very impressive training. Stephen will be gunning for a fast time following an off form outing at the Home Countries Cross Country International at Greenmount. With Paddy Hamilton of …
Eamon White was in a class of his own at the Run Armagh 10km today. The popular event which starts outside the Planetarium was supported by over 300 runners, an excellent turn out for Mother’s Day.. Eamon’s winning time of 33.33 was some four minutes ahead of the second placed runner, Shea Roddy with most of Eamon’s main competitors deciding to either race in Omagh or save their energy for the Titanic 10km next Sunday. Armagh Results here. In Omagh, the star …
What is Waterworks parkrun? It is a 5km run – it’s you against the clock. When is it? Every Saturday at 09:30 Where is it? It’s run in Waterworks Park, North Belfast. See Course page for more details. What does it cost to join in? Nothing – it’s free! but please register in advance. How fast do I have to be? We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace! Waterworks parkrun needs you! It …
Matt Shields was recognised for his outstanding contribution to Athletics & Coaching by receiving Senior Coach of the Year at the Belfast City Council Sports Awards last night. The Awards which took place in Belfast City Hall, were attended by some of the City’s most dedicated sports people. In receiving his award, North Belfast Harrier Matt humbly thanked the Belfast City Council and added that his personal reward comes from seeing each individual who seeks his coaching advice grow and reach their potential whatever that …
North Belfast Harriers have just become only one of two athletics clubs in Northern Ireland to receive Sport NI’s “Club Mark”. “Club Mark” is the national junior sports club accreditation programme which aims to identify, develop, accredit and recognise high quality junior sports clubs and the contribution that they make to the development of sport in Northern Ireland. Speaking about the award of this prestigious accreditation, NBH Chairman Matt Shields commented: “We owe a big thanks to junior coach Claire McCorry who …