Nearly 70 runners partook in the Mackay Road Runners’ second club championship race of the year on Sunday.
After a sweltering week, runners welcomed cooler temperatures thanks to a strong breeze and weekend rain.
Club President Tim Magoffin welcomed the keen crowd to Queens Park alongside representatives from major sponsor Construct Health Physiotherapy Thomas Wendt, Nick Rewald, and Sarah Schofield.
The 3km distance proved deceivingly difficult with contenders having to adjust to the short, flat, and, fast distance and battling strong headwinds as they entered the initial stages of the course.
Claiming gold in the male section was Angus Jacobs who broke ten minutes.
Talented teenager Damien Rutland wasn’t far behind claiming second, with Rodney Elworthy finishing third.
Demi Caldwell set a sizzling pace from the gun and clocked in sub 11 minutes for her gold performance in the female section.
Lily Leven, another gifted junior, followed closely, finishing in second position with Tahnee Malagueno claiming third place.
Other noteworthy performances came from new runners and more experienced runners alike including Nick Rewald, Judy Zahn, Ryan Evetts, Derek Woods, Stuart Sprott, David Isbister, Jan Smith, Glenys Forse, Marie Muscat, Luke Leven, Millie Bishop, Melissa Harris, Emma Johnson, and Carol Brown.
Prizes were given to the first two male and female finishers as well as random draw prizes, all donated by Construct Health.
Tim Magoffin and Andrew Short once again assisted with race day set up and pack down, Arthur Dick and Julie Dick assisted with timing and registration and Jo Hughes filled the role of merchandising coordinator on the day.
The Mackay Road Runners’ next run will take place in West Mackay on Sunday.
The 5km/12km run will commence at 6:30am, with runners being asked to arrive 15 minutes prior.
Carol Brown (left) models the new 2022 singlets with Mackay Road Runners Merchandising Coordinator, Jo Hughes
Centre #169 Angus Jacobs and Demi Caldwell lead the 3km Club championship from the gun
3km Club Championship major sponsor, Construct Health Physiotherapy are leaders in the field (left to right) Sarah Schofield, Thomas Wendt, and Nick Rewald. Photos supplied: Janelle Tilse (Mackay Road Runner Publicity Officer)
