Monday, December 04, 2006

Oxford Mail X-Country 2006: Round 2 Culham Park

On Sunday morning Graham, John, Katie and Liz took part in Round 2 of the cross-country at Culham Park. Although heavy rain in the week meant that the course was very muddy, Sunday itself was fine and dry (although very windy at times) and everyone enjoyed the "challenging" course. See the Oxford Mail cross-country league website here for provisional results. Well done to all the runners for getting round and especially to John and Graham who did it without spikes! Round 3 will take place at Radley on Sunday 31st December.

Eynsham 10k– November 26th 2006

Well done to John, Eddie and Graham who took part in the Eynsham 10k on Sunday 26th November. Follow the links for full race results, race report and photos of Graham, John and Eddie(pages 13 and 18 towards the bottom of the page).

Monday, November 06, 2006

Oxford Mail X-Country 2006: Round 1 Ascott-under-Wychwood

Many thanks to all the OUP runners who took part in yesterday's race, and especially to John and Gary for providing lifts and to Cecily who brought tea! Individual results from the race can be found here. The course was a tough one including two (three for the men) runs up a very steep hill and two plunges through a knee-deep water jump! Luckily the weather was fine and sunny and everyone enjoyed the race (at least when it was over!). The next round of the series will take place at Culham Park on Sunday 3rd December 2006 (see here for more details).

Gary making a strong finish

John running up the hill

New runner Cecily crossing the finish line

Sue starting the second lap in the women's race

Liz overtaking a Kennett runner at the finish

Open Evening Success

Many thanks to the runners (both old and new) who came along on Tuesday 31st October for our open evening. We hope to see you again soon at Jordan Hill. To any potential new runners who weren't able to make the open evening, if you are interested in joining us for a runon Tuesday evenings please come along any week from 6pm.

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

Abingdon Marathon October 22nd 2006

OUPAAC members Liz Thompson and Steph Strachan both completed this year's Abingdon Marathon on Sunday 22nd October. Many thanks to Rob, Richard, Don, Jan, Vic, Jon, John and Graham for turning out to cheer them on. The full results are online here. Results (and photos) will also be appearing in the Oxford Mail. Meanwhile..here's Liz crossing the line

and enjoying a post-race drink (sadly not beer)

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

Open Taster Evening for New Members

We are looking for new members and welcome runners and joggers of all ages and abilities.

Come and run, jog or walk with us whatever your fitness level. We are a friendly, fun, supportive and very relaxed club.

We meet every Tuesday at Jordan Hill at 6pm and running/jogging/walking starts at 6.15pm. Facilities include hot showers and a well stocked cheap bar!

We run a variety of long and short routes around Oxford, Port Meadow, the playing fields and the local parks.

Tuesday 31st October—Open Taster Evening for new members!Simply turn up at Jordan Hill at 6pm for a run of your choice followed by a drink and chat in the bar...Decide if you fancy joining us more regularly

For further details contact the club secretary Katie Allan at katieallan@yahoo.com

Saturday, September 30, 2006

Oxford Mail X-Country League: dates for 2006-2007

The dates for this year's Cross Country League are as follows:

5 Nov: Ascott-under-Wychwood, Witney RR
3 Dec: Culham Park, Headington RR
31 Dec: Radley College, Abingdon Amblers
4 Feb: Cirencester Park, Cirencester AC
4 Mar: Drayton School, Banbury Harriers

Check out Oxford Mail Cross Country League for more info!

This is a great opportunity to get off road and enjoy running as a team.

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

OUPAAC Running Club

Location: Jordan Hill Sports Ground, North Oxford

Meetings: 6.00pm on Tuesday evenings (to start walking/jogging/running at 6.15pm)