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Littlehampton WSFRL Beach Run
Aas always a great race organised by Arunners. Lots of Striders in attendance.
Portslade Hedgehoppers WSFRL 2022
5 miles over hilly downes. That's the WSFRL for you!
Worthing Runfest 10k & Half Marathon
A sea of orange and a few PBs. Great to have this event back on such a lovely sunny day.
Lewes 10k WSFRL
Another sunny Easter Monday, another egg-tastic 10K. Thank you Lewes AC.
WSFRL Run Your Heart Out 8K
Striders making the best of the dry weather at the Crawley Run Crew's Run Your Heart Out race. Approximately 8K (5 miles), starting on the track at K2 leisure centre then over a mixture of trail and pavement paths around Tilgate lakes, with some hills.
Worthing striders at Arundel OutRun Cancer run
There was an awesome turnout from the Worthing striders at Arundel OutRun Cancer run over the weekend. Fantastically organised and marshalled by the Cancer United charity team. In return, we had runners who battled the elements to challenge themselves on this hilly...
Striders at Worthing Parkrun
A wave of orange took to the prom at Worthing Parkrun, putting all that winter speed training to the test. Thanks to our excellent coaching team for all of their work. Those smiling faces say it all!
Hangover 5 WSFRL
WSRFL is back with a bang! After a break due to covid, the 2022 season is looking positive after a successful first race.
San Silvestre Vallecana 10k
New Year’s Eve in Madrid is characterised by fun and celebrations, but starts with a mass running event which is one of the biggest in Spain - the Sansilvestrevallecana 10k from the Bernabéu stadium to the Raya Vallecana stadium through the centre of Madrid. Rob has...
Cross Country at Stanmer Park
Striders at the cross country in Stanmer Park on Saturday.
It was a bit blowy!
A group of Striders braved the wet and windy weather on Sunday morning for a run at Arundel.
Striders in action at the weekend
Lee and Anita at the Great Bottom 5, a strong finish from Keith Fowler at the Cross Country, Paul Hurley and Liz Crockford at the Great South Run and Sam Bennett at the Oxford Half Marathon.
Worthing 10k and Brighton Half Marathon
Striders were out in force at the weekend running the Worthing 10K and Brighton Half Marathon. Well done to all.
London Marathon
Congratulations to Keith Fowler who completed the London Marathon on Sunday.
Brighton Marathon 2021
At yesterday’s Brighton Marathon club Chairman, Rob Graham completed the course in a time of 3:30, finishing 3rd in his age category. Well done Rob!
2021 AGM
On Tuesday night, 7th September, the Striders 2021 AGM was held. At a well attended event Chairman Rob Graham took us through proceedings. As ever one of the more enjoyable events of the night was the annual awards. Here are a few photos of this year's deserving...
Frank Rickus 1929 – 2021
Last week we were advised that Frank Rickus had passed away at the grand age of 91. Frank was one of a small number of runners that formed Worthing Striders back in 1996. Looking through club results one highlight for Frank was that he got to run the...
Litter Pick
A group of Striders along with a couple of local Councillors took part in a litter pick on Sunday 6th June in and around Highdown. Well done to everyone that took part and special thanks to Peter Jenkins and Barbara for organising the event.
Ron Hill RIP
We sadly learnt yesterday that Ron Hill, the club's Honorary President had passed away. Ron's achievements in Athletics were legendary. The following was posted on the BBC website: Ex-European and Commonwealth marathon champion Ron Hill has died aged 82.Hill...
Bluebell Trail Runs Angmering
On Sunday 25th April a number of Striders took part in the local Bluebell trail runs in Angmering Park. In sunny spring conditions, the runs were enjoyed by all. There was even time to stop and video a deer in the woods!
It’s snowing!
Last night's Striders training session finished in a snow blizzard. The great British weather. Thank you to the four trainers: Colin, Carla, Anita and Steve and thanks to everyone that braved the elements and supported the training.
Striders return to training
As lockdown restrictions were eased Worthing Striders returned to training on Tuesday 30th March. We were blessed with a warm evening and a turnout of more than 30 who enjoyed socially distanced training. It was good to meet up and see familiar faces!
Brighton Half Marathon 2020
Well done to everyone who completed a very windy Brighton Half Marathon on Sunday and thanks to all supporters who turned out to cheer on the runners. Rob Holmes missed [only just] the World Record for completing a half marathon in a suit of armour - a great effort!
Paul’s 100th Park Run
Well done to Paul Hurley on completing his 100th Park Run.
Striders at Bexhill Cross Country
Sussex Masters Cross Country Championships
On Saturday 18th January 15 Striders took part in the Sussex Masters Cross Country Championships which were held locally at Coombes Farm. On a gruelling course – the word ‘hilly’ does not do it justice, conditions were glorious for running being cold but with bright...
Tadworth 10
On Sunday 5th January 11 Striders made the relatively short journey up to Epsom to run the Tadworth 10. The race start was at the famous Epsom racecourse, the venue for the Derby. Consequently, the race facilities on the ground floor of the main stand were...
Hangover 5, New Years Day
On New Year’s Day, 32 Striders were out in force to run the Hangover 5.
Striders out in force at the Cross Country, Stanmer Park
West Sussex Fun Run League Highlights for Worthing Striders
Senior Team finished 12th out of 18 [best-placed finish since 2012]Junior Team finished 9th out of 18Junior Team won the award for Most Improved Participation[Well done to Clodagh Fowler, Paddy Fowler, Grace Fryer, Albie Barnes, Isla Wells, Theo Turner, Harry Turner,...
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