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A big shout out to all the helpers at last nights South Island Masters Games, 5k and 10k running and walking events. It would have been nice to see a few more competitors there, but in these uncertain times it is to be expected. The atmosphere was very relaxed and friendly, with every one enjoying what turned out to be a beautiful Blenheim evening.We has no issues out on the course with everyone finishing and returning safely. There were no timing or result issues either so the evening was a real credit to the individuals who helped and the club in general.While events like this does create a bit of work, for not a lot of return, it does a lot to promote our sport, health and fitness in general and keeps running and walking relevant in the ever changing sports world.Cheers Peter Mann
All results can be found on Marlborough Harriers Facebook page.

This event took place on Sunday 13th June 2021 after a years hiatus due to Covid 19.
The day perfect on the Wither Hills with great views out to Cook Strait, Blenheim, Renwick and surrounding districts.
Fields were smaller than in past years as were running time but those that entered into the spirit of the morning, enjoyed themselves immensely. Who said runners do not smile.
All photos can be found on our Facebook page:

We Woke to overnight 1mm drizzle that did nothing but kept the dust down.

Tents erected, finish line set out, BBQ set up, officials arrived for their 7am race brief making sure all knew where they had to be to keep competitors safe, Rural Fire Service arrived as a safety measure, Coffee Cart arrived. We were ready to go.
1^st off the start were the walkers at 7.30am and they were all keen.
2^nd off the start were the Hybrids where they social walked and run but reminded those that finished 60 minutes and below, they would automatically transferred to the run using their Hybrid time. This is to be fair to the true spirit of Hybrid competitors.
3^rd of the start were the runners all grades. What a great field that took to the hills. With online entries we know who they are but anyone can rock up on the day and seize the day. That is what happened.

Results can be found on www.harriers.net.nz/results

Precis of the front runners walkers are:
Walkers:

1^st  Don Bate in a time of 1.16.22. (First Male) Don is a member of Marlborough Harrier Club as a runner but he was under injury and did not want to put the injury recovery at risk so he did do well.
2^nd Craig Roger in a time of 1.27.57
3^rd Tracey Bradshaw in a time of 1.37.17 (1^st Female)

Hybrid:

1^st  Callum Rayner and 1^st male and Junior Man home 1.00.07. We hope you have recovered enough for the Colgate Games in Nelson next week.
2^nd John Urlich in a time of 1.01.27
3^rd Hannah Maher and 1^st female in a time of 1.02.55

Run: Male

1^st Andy Good in a race record time of 38.07 surpassing a record set in 2012 by Phil Costley 38.55 Andy was the semi dark horse in the field as we had a heads up 2 days before he was entering on the day and the record firmly in his sights. Andy is the NZ Mountain Running Champ and holds the record for The Kepler.
2^nd Sam Hansby in a time of 43.06
3^rd Stephen Blackwell in a time of 44.30

Run: Female

1^st Emily Waters in a time of 51.10 A very credible time from the Christchurch 16 year old.

Denis Patchett Memorial Cup: This cup is in memory of Denis Patchett who died suddenly at home. Denis was a long standing and generous contributor to Marlborough Harrier Club. The Cup recognises the effort of the 1^st Marlborough Harrier Club member home in the run.

Winner Peter Mann in a time of 1.00.21

Congratulations to all who competed and in their own way became a winner.

We held a fun run/walk on Saturday setting up a course for walkers and slightly longer one for runners. Prior to starting each member elected how many laps of their course they would do and their estimated time.
Conditions were good for the 28 participants and now no-one can tell me they do not grin during or after. They do.
This was a good step out for the first run/walk post lockdown. Great to see so many enjoying themselves.