Item of Interest

On a chilly but dry Sunday afternoon, an above average number of members gathered for the annual handicap races. Some of the seniors were suffering from their night out last night.

It was nice to see that Curtis Robb was back running again after a journey from Sheffield. Although he was handicapped with 4.40mins alongside Ali O'Connor, it was Ali who was strongest on the day with Jon Ferguson 2nd, only 1 second ahead of Curtis.

I wonder if you may be able to help me, I found your website through North of England AA Site, I couldn't believe the info. you have - very impressive!

As Northwest Co-ordinator for the Charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, I am currently looking for runners within my area - Cheshire, Merseyside, Lancs, Manchester and Staffs - who may be interested in running for us in the London Marathon. Obviously the ballot results will be out soon and we are also offering Golden Bond places to serious runners.

I was wondering if it may be possible to promote this on your site, possibly with a link to our main charity site, or myself (based in St Helens). Last year we had 32 runners, but only three from this area. We offer quite an attractive package, although nothing that compares with the much larger charities, but we are trying hard and we do give a lot of support on the sponsorship side!

I attach a copy of a letter that I will be sending out to the Clubs in the area, which I think gives all the information you need. Please also visit our website: www.Hearing-Dogs.co.uk which will give you an idea of what we are about.

Many thanks for taking the time to read this and I look forward to hearing from you.

Regards

Kate Coles
Community Appeals Co-ordinator
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People
1 Dairy Farm Road
Rainford
St Helens
WA11 7JQ

Tel: 01744 886650

It was sad to hear at last week's committee meeting (20.09.01), the resignation of another athlete, who yet again has moved to Trafford A.C. for better competition? The athlete being Jenny Kemp (U23- Javelin International). This is the 6th athlete during the past few months.

Poaching in football is a serious offence, as alleged against Liverpool FC this week. Should something be done in athletics, before it spoils the sport. Down South to my knowledge it's being going on for some time.

As I have mentioned in my previous article, what happens when the money runs out?

I am also reliably informed that some senior members of Trafford A.C are not aware of what is going on?

8.9.01 - Comments were received from Mr. Damon Cripps (Liverpool Harriers - Sen' Men's - Hammer/Discus) with regards to the article, but was disappointed in the fact that the athlete's were named. He did agree with me on the poaching element! He has asked that his letter be placed on the website - please follow link for letters.

Over the past number of months several athlete's from the Harriers have resigned from the club to move to what they believe is greener pastures?

The sad thing is that many of the athlete's didn't even have the decency to discuss their reasons with their coaches or managers. Some just handed in letters of resignation via others.

One thing which does hit one in the face is the fact that it is well known that many athlete's have not only been pestered to move at meetings by the same person, which has been seen and heard, but also have received many telephone calls. Is it right? of course not, but the promise? of fee's etc shows how some people can be tempted. What happens when the money runs out? or the athlete's are not performing. What do they do or where do they go? personally I think they will be lost from athletics. Any views please e-mail me on:

Posn	No.	Athlete	Club	M/F	Age Cat	Time
1	280	TONY O'BRIEN	MORPETH H	M	30	25.34
2	120	LEE CADWALLADER	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	32	25.38
3	93	PHILIP McGLORY	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	17	25.45
4	108	MIKE GIRVIN	WARRINGTON	M	47	26.00
5	95	BRIAN CURRIE	LIVERPOOL PEMBROKE SEFTON	M	38	26.12
6	164	ALEX ROWE	WESHAM R R	M	44	26.24
7	115	PAUL CADWALLADER	LIVERPOOL PEMBROKE SEFTON	M	39	26.38
8	102	MIKE McDEVITT	WIRRAL	M	49	26.43
9	139	A McDEVITT	WIRRAL	M	49	26.46
23	118	KEITH HATTON	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	41	27.54
31	154	JENNIFER CLAGUE	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	F	27	28.50
36	224	JILL TAYLOR	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	F	37	29.04
42	283	NEIL CHESTER	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	31	29.45
53	149	GILL VARLEY	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	F	33	30.33
54	205	PETER MORGAN	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	46	30.35
59	254	ALBI BACK	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	41	31.00
62	111	MARK BOOKER	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	29	31.05
88	155	MICHELLE MURPHY	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	F	35	33.23
124	45	GORDON BROWN	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	68	35.09
224	180	GERRY NOLAN	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	M	44	41.42
254	72	MICHELLE WILLIAMS	LIVERPOOL HARRIERS	F	17	47.15

SIAB International Track & Field Championships 2001

between England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales

Tullamore, Ireland

21st July 2001.

Two of the Club Athlete's gained their first taste of International Duties by representing their Country in Ireland:

On a dry evening at Wavertree Mystery, a small number of athlete's competed in the event, the winner in a close finish was Alan Woods (LPS) in 15.40 mins, from Phil McGlory (Liverpool Harriers) in 15.46mins.

The championships provided the Harriers with 3 English Schools Champions. Peter Cranfield in the Inter Boys won the shot with 16.33m, Mike Bomba won the Junior Boys Hammer with 45.50m and Anyika Onuora won the Inter Girls 100m in 11.9secs.

Others such as Joe Connor was 2nd in the Junior Boys Hammer (42.95m), Tom Michaelson was second in the Junior Boys 1500m in 4.15.11secs.

Many others also made the championships and reached the various finals. Full results can be viewed on the ESAA Website:

On a glorious weekend, a reasonable crowd gathered at Wavertree to see the athlete's of the future. Not to be out done the Harriers had the following athlete's as U23 Internationals/Guests:

A letter of thanks was e mailed to me from Mr. Steve Kell, the Secretary of Upton (Junior) FC. One of our athlete's Lewis Cheung at last minute to present trophies at the presentation evening on Friday 8th June 2001. Well done Lewis.

On Saturday 23rd June 2001, under 23 athletes from GBR and Spain (plus International Guests) will compete at a track and field meeting at Wavertree. Admission on the day is only £3.00. A schools sportshall event starts at 11.00am with the Women's hammer starting the same time on the field. The Opening Ceremony is at 1pm with the first track event the 400m hurdles at 1.10pm. The meeting should be finished before 5pm.

For the past 7 years the City of Liverpool has recognised the sporting achievements of its residents. Again this was a good year for the club, with the following awards being made :

However the awards night was not complete until the Stan Owen Trophy was awarded to a person who had dedicated his or her life to sport and made a significant contribution to the City. It went to Ernie Gallagher who joined the Harriers 58yrs ago and in 1950 turned to coaching after achieving Regional recognition as a member of the various Harriers medley relay teams.

Since 1985, he has been the Hon. Secretary of the Harriers, and the award is well justified to an excellent servant.

Can I thank everyone who have been in touch, and for the cards after my brief spell in hospital, this week. It does make me feel much better. However the treatment is to continue.

On the evening of Saturday 20th January 2001, athlete's, family and friends gathered at the Manweb Club, Thingwall Lane, Liverpool. The evening had been organised by Vicci Scott and the catering was done by Margaret Cheetham assisted by Sue Smith.

Many athlete's were awarded various awards and the highlight of the evening was the announcement that Diane Allahgreen and Paul Brizzell had jointly won the athlete of the year award. The sub committee had been unable to separate the two athlete after their performances at the Olympic Games in Sydney.

Unfortunately Paul Brizzell was unable to attend, but Diane Allahgreen was present. Her coach Bob Birrell has provided a pen picture of Dianne for the club which will be obtained and linked to this page, when received.