A break from the rain and spring was definitely in the air and in the step of South Devon AC runners as members new and old made the most of local races and parkruns. First Chance 10k in Exeter is always a good gauge to fitness at the start of the year and fifteen SDAC members were up to the challenge in sunny and icy conditions, great to see Dave Naish back to enjoying racing after injury. Matthew Dalton won the Plym trail half on Saturday in a great time and Ben Reed and St

Despite the picture two South Devon AC runners weren’t feeling goofy at all as they took on the Walt Disney World marathon in Orlando Florida. Despite hot, humid conditions Dani and Antony Waters both did fantastically running their first marathon - well done both! South Devon AC 2020 Grand Prix kicked off with the “Oh my Obelisk” nine mile race hosted by Dawlish Coasters, a nice muddy trail race. Kevin Ashworth and Kerry Bell took maximum points being first male and female b

A two week round up of South Devon AC running over the festive season! Thursday before Christmas was the SDAC annual Jingle Jog to see the festive lights of Paignton and wave at the Train of Lights. A good turn out with some excellent festive costumes and a fun time was had by all (apart from those that had to listen to our singing!) Plenty of parkrun results over the two weeks as there are extra ones put on, the latest one only is listed which saw PB’s for Jon Hiscoke, Jim C

The final race in South Devon AC Grand Prix was the Haldon Jingle Bell 10K – a two lap course through Haldon forest with just a few hills! Although cold and windy the rain held off and there was some great running and results from SDAC runners. Michelle Cowley took third female, Colin Peters won his age group with nearly everyone else placing 2nd or 3rd in their age category. A fun mornings running (unless you had a hangover!) well done everyone and thanks to Colin for bringi

You know Christmas is nearly here when it’s the time for Cockington Caper! Seven South Devon AC runners took on the Caper to pay it forward for the SDAC Christmas party later that evening. Congratulations to Liz Lee for winning her age group and also to Dave Cubberley for his 100th Parkrun and 25th volunteer role completing Torbay Parkrun as tailwalker. Along with Guy and Lorraine Dave rounded off the weekend by running the Brixham Santa run, more fancy dress running – this t

South Devon AC seniors and juniors were representing the club on Sunday at the Devon County Cross Country. The “senior” squad was Vince Langdon, Brian Marjoram and Roger Webb and the juniors were Lauren Carr, Hannah Carr, Theo Glew, Harry Kendall, Oscar Mytton and Evie Rowe. The girls were also in action at the Ashton Night 5K run with great results. It was almost a clean sweep of the ladies podium with Lauren Carr 1st female and Evie Rowe 3rd, Hannah Carr was 4th Female and

It was the end of an era on Thursday for South Devon AC with Alan Sloman and his team running their last winter 3K before handing over to a new team. Alan has been running the 3K winter series of five races for thirteen years – a fantastic contribution to the club. Thirty six club members ran the 3K which was as well organised as ever – many thanks to Alan and his team for their efforts. Saturday was Parkrun day with Dave Cubberley making the pilgrimage to Bushy Park which is

A wet and wild week of running for South Devon AC! Several spooky characters were spotted on the Thursday club run and a couple of skeletons ( Dave Cubberley and Liz Lee ) were seen at the Jolly running Halloween race in Cockington. Kate Maslin kept the Halloween spirit going at the “Run with Los Muertos” while on holiday. The fun continued on Sunday at the Templer Ten where despite the conditions and a shorter course there was some great running. Alex and Michelle were first

South Devon AC’s Grand Prix series continued on Sunday with the Tavy 7 which was also hosting the Ross Shield. It’s lovely scenic undulating route over Dartmoor and SDAC fielded a squad of twenty-three runners. Alex Magee and Michelle Cowley were first back for the club but across the field there was some great runs and improvements on previous race times, well done all! For the Juniors it was parkrun’s and Hannah Carr, Lauren Carr, Evie Rowe and Lizzie Bumby also ran the Tru

It was a quiet weekend for most South Devon AC runners with only a few traveling to races. Dave Cubberley spent the weekend in the woods starting with Haldon Forest parkrun and then running the Dark Woods 10K. Claire Cornish and Rod Keen enjoyed a well-earned beer and pasty after running the Eden Project half marathon in rather wet and muddy conditions. The rest of SDAC had to make do with local parkruns with Stuart Batten and Michelle Coles enjoying some parkrun tourism. Ede

Sunday was the next race in South Devon AC’s Grand Prix series at the Killerton 10K. Torrential rain just before the race didn’t dampen anyone’s enthusiasm and fortunately the rain stopped and held off long enough for everyone to get around the course. The course is a series of loops and switchbacks through the grounds and woods at Killerton house with plenty of hills and some slippery descents. The race is run in a series of waves so despite Alex Magee leading our wave from

Another good week of racing for South Devon AC with races ranging from one mile to ultramarathons. On Thursday it was the annual Club mile race round Paignton green, it was an ideal night for running with a keen wind down the back straight and a tailwind on the home straight. Some great times were run with three PB’s recorded, Dave Hampton and Michelle Cowley were the fastest male and female. Thanks to Alan for organising and the team of volunteers helping him. On Saturday th

Another busy weekend of racing for South Devon AC runners with local races and overseas adventures. Kevin and Laura Ashworth teamed up to take on the Budapest half marathon which runs along the river Danube taking in the city sites. Finishing in 01:36:26 they were 41st out of 943 teams and 15th in their age category. Saturday was the City to Sea marathon running from Exeter to Babbacombe – four South Devon runners ran the marathon with Steve Hookins first back in 05:07:41. St

Friday evening was the Torbay Road Relays at the Velopark and hosted by Torbay Athletic Club. South Devon AC fielded six teams on a lovely evening and a great time was had by all with some great running and epic sprint finishes! The best results were for the MV50 and the FV40 teams placing 2nd and 3rd respectively in their categories. Bank Holiday weekends also means Plym Trail marathons run by First and Last Running – Steve Hookins running both days and Jeremy Goddard runnin

South Devon AC runners were making the most of our glorious local scenery running the Torbay Athletic Five Bays Challenge on Sunday. It’s a multi-terrain race over beaches, shingle, public footpaths and a long section of rocky and tree root strewn Coastal Path. Great views but at a cost of steep climbs and descents and a total of 423 steps to either run up or down. The largest collection of these is out of Fishcombe Cove which has 118 uneven steps. The course has a total clim

Two SDAC senior runners were in action this weekend - Dave Cubberley completed the Bridport Jurassic Coast 10k and Steve Hookins ran the Salisbury 54321 50km. Dave described the Jurassic 10k as very tough and hilly but with great scenery and great marshals, he finished 65th in 1:48:27. The 54321 50k is a multi-terrain race in the Salisbury Wessex area through lanes, trails and country estates, Steve finished 117th in 5:40:55. Only a few runners braved the weather at our local

Another great weekend of running for South Devon AC with parkruns to ultras conquered! Heather Maddock and Steph Bartlett ran the Race to the Stones 100km which follows The Ridgeway and is lined with Bronze Age hill forts, Neolithic burial chambers and Roman river crossings. Stepping in the same footsteps as travellers who lived over 5,000 years ago Heather had a great race taking 3rd V60 female with an amazing performance. Saturday was the next race in the club Grand Prix at

South Devon AC held their annual Beaches race on Tuesday which starts at South Sands Goodrington with the turnaround at the end of Preston Beach. It’s an internal club race this year doubling as the club off road championships and guest runners are also welcome. Conditions were generally good but with a strong headwind along Paignton beach combined with running on sand makes it a tough race. In the mens race it was a win again for Dave Hampton with Alex Magee only a minute be

Saturday was South Devon AC’s turn to host a race with the challenging Coleton Footacher. There are plenty of hills but there was great scenery and cheery marshalls to distract from the pain! There was also a mile fun run which was part of the clubs juniors Grand Prix. Well done and thank you to all club members and friends and family that turned out to help and support the race. A mix of races for club members running this weekend with the usual suspects at parkruns and othe

It was a busy weekend of running for South Devon AC athletes starting with the Run Exe relays on Friday evening. South Devon fielded six teams for the relays with the best results for the senior ladies and male vet 50 teams who both placed 5th in their category. Saturday was parkrun day with new PBs for Dani Waters, Lauren Carr and Alison Ford. Sunday was the next race in the Grand Prix series which was the Clyst Hydon Huff 10k. It’s a lovely scenic and hilly route with a gre