Archive | April, 2013

Lauren enjoys bracing Blackpool

Liverpool Pembroke Sefton were engaged in their first Mid Lancs Track and Field League match at a cold and windy Blackpool. The conditions did not deter club members, many of whom posted personal bests. Without doubt the most outstanding result came from Lauren Lewis, still at primary school, who took three first placings in the […]

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Sammy Rashid

London Marathon Round Up

Sammy Rashid, arguably LPS’s most loyal member, competed in the London Marathon and managed 390th placing and 37th in his Vet age group. His time of 2.46.56 is excellent. Additionally he raised over £1000 for his charity `Beating Bowel Cancer’. Rosie Johnson`s time of 16.56 for 3 miles in the U15 Mini-Marathon raises her to […]

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Graeme Ballard with coach Tabo Huntley at Wests Lancs Sports Awards 2013

Rosie shines and Graeme rules

Traditionally the London Marathon is preceded by mini-marathons for younger age groups. Rosie Johnson`s winter record, culminating in an English international schools appearance led to an invitation to compete in the 3 mile event. There is terrific competition in her Under 15 category but again she delivered with an outstanding third place. This will almost […]

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Lauren Lewis star at Wavertree early season meeting

Lauren quick at Wavertree

Liverpool Pembroke Sefton track and field athletes gathered at Wavertree for the Liverpool Harriers Open meeting, the first outdoor opportunity to test themselves for the imminent summer campaign. Victories are welcome but times were all important and Under 13 Lauren Lewis provided two stand-out results. She easily took the 75m in a scintillating 11.1 and […]

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Kirsty Longley set new course record at Halwood 5k

New Course Record for Kirsty at Halewood 5k

Making a last minute decision to compete Kirsty Longley was rewarded with a new course record of 17.40 at the Halewood 5k on Saturday  6th April. In a good standard field Kirsty came home 23rd closely followed by Liverpool Harrier Rachael Burns who was also inside the old record. Only 10 seconds outside Kirsty’s  pb […]

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Young Athletes Newsletter April 2013

Wally Bridson has produced another newsletter for you all to enjoy.  It cover a wide range of topics and news items, click on the link to download Young Athletes Newsletter April 2013 Young Athletes Newsletter April 2013      

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Kirsty Longley with Mayor of Halton after her victory in 2013 Bridge Race

On the road with Kirsty, Lisa and Toby

The gap between the cross country and track and field season presents a relaxed opportunity for distance runners to stretch their legs over various road distances. Liverpool Pembroke Sefton`s most loyal senior, Kirsty Longley, was in action in the Halton Run-the-Bridge 5 miler. Having already in the last 6 months picked up an England O35 […]

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