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Last updated on February 9 2010


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It's still Winter

The 8th Handicap Race took place on 3 February. See Results page for positions and times so far. Can anyone catch Malcolm? Next race Wednesday 17 February.

We've been approached by Runners World via Scottish Athletics to help organise the Wick to Aberdeen section of a relay run around Britain. Se the "Events Calendar for uptodate information. Please contact me or Sandra if you are interested or want more information.

The Club are looking to purchase Hi Viz type running jackets. A supply has been priced at a cost of £68 and will include the Club logo on the breast and Fraserburgh Running Club on the back. A contribution towards the cost is proposed. A sample will be available for viewing shortly. They will come in mens and womens cuts. Latest version of jacket

Could all members who have yet to pay season 2009/10 subscription please do so asap. Due from 1 September 2009 and payable to Sandra along with completed Membership form below.

Click here for Fraserburgh Running Club Membership Application Form (Word.doc)

Fraserburgh Half Marathon - See results page

Mark Forsyth of DeeJay's nightclub, Fraserburgh who kindly sponsored the event presents the Prizes -


A collection of photos courtesy of Peterheadjogscotland can be found here
More Photos here
A selection of comments from those who took part:
Thanks for a great event.... That was my first ever half marathon and really enjoyed it.

>Sandra/Stephen, many thanks, great day all round, you even fixed the weather and first class spread afterwards as usual!
>thank you, was my first run and i really enjoyed it will be back next year, was a great day out and a lovely atmosphere.
>Thanks for the results and a great day on Sunday. Thanks to you all for a fabulous spread after the race and to all who helped to organise the event.
>Just wanted to thank all the Fraserburgh Running Club committee for a brillant day out, all our group really enjoyed themselves.


To balance that there was a small amount of negative feedback which will be taken on board for future events.

Winter Handicap league starts Wednesday 28 October. Volunteers required to take a turn at being the starter. Robbie has volunteer for the first one. Please email me the date you wish to do. Mail me


Robbie's Seasons Report

Female impersonator denies Gillian Portsoy 10k win!!.

See Photos page for some photos of Ythan Challenge runners.

Members please note that we have again taken out a deal with Medifit Clinic, Fraserburgh. Members please note that injuries sustained through running only will be entertained. Your first three sessions to the Clinic will be free and thereafter you will be charged a reduced rate of £20 per session. Note that Spinal Problems will be charged at a reduced rate of £25 and are not covered by this deal.
Sandra Milne should be advised of ALL visits by members to the Medifit Clinic so that they can be logged.

50/50 Club winners:
January 2010 - Maureen Mathers; Michael Dick; Andy Higgins; Keith Bannerman
December 2009 - Peter Ritchie; Lisa Stephen; Tracy McAllister; Michael Strachan; Robert McDonald
November 2009 - Graeme Clark; Robert Youngson; Stephen Buchan; Sandra Milne
Sept 2009 - Ally Mathers; Michael Strachan; Keith Buchan; Elaine Whyte; Annie Stephen.
August 2009 - George Cardno; Stephen Milne; Anne Bowie; Graeme Clark
July 2009 - Peter Ritchie; Lisa Stephen; Charles McIntyre; George Mutch; Anne Bowie
June 2009 - Derek Wiseman; Keith Bannerman; Graeme Clark and Stephen Buchan.
May 2009 - Peter Ritchie; Peter Ritchie; Peter Ritchie (yes, 3 times !!!) and Michael Watt.
April 2009 - Gordon McAllister; George Mutch; Stephen Buchan; Patricia Dick and Jayne Watt. Anyone wishing to join the 50/50 Club please get in touch with Sandra Milne.
March 2009 - Annie Stephen; Michael Strachan; Michael Strachan; and Malcolm Sinclair.
January 2009 - Graeme Clark; Kevin King; Alec Duthie; Gordon McAllister

December 2008 - Derek Wiseman; Sandra Milne; Allan Watt; Michael Watt and Peter Ritchie.

November 2008 - Gordon McAllister; Alec Duthie; Lisa Stephen; George Simpson.
October 2008 - Charles Noble; Derek Wiseman; Elaine Whyte; Eric Whyte; Andrew West
September 2008 - Charlie Noble; Andrew West; Sandra Milne; Sandra Milne
August 2008 - Derek Wiseman; Carol Massie; John Davie; Gordon McAllister
July 2008 - Keith Buchan; Jim Ingram; Annie Stephen; Tracy McAllister; Gillian Strachan
June 2008 - Eric Whyte; Rosalind Reid; George Simpson; Alison West
May 2008 - Jim Bowie; Derek Wiseman; Charlie Noble; Jim Bowie
April 2008: Alison West; George Mutch; Denise Milne; Rosalind Reid and Robbie Youngson.
March 2008: Robert McDonald; Kat Mitchell; Robert McDonald and Lisa Stephen
February 2008: Kevin King; George Simpson; Denise Milne; Keith Buchan
January 2008: Simon Kelly; Stephen Buchan; Malcolm Sinclair, Katherine Mitchell and George Simpson

The Peter Ritchie Challenge was won by Ali Mathers - see Results page for full results


Has Charlie had his chips? - see the Gossip page for the answer.
Typical comment from runners after Fraserburgh 10k - hi there, may we just congratulate you on your excellant event, i have never competed in the broch 10km before, but it is one of the best that i have ever done! the organisation was excellant, prizes were outstanding, and the food.......................! wow- fabulous!! i have recommended your event on the tri talk forum and the runners world forum, as we enjoyed ourselves so much!! thanks again for an excellant day, and we will def be entering again!!!
Fraserburgh 10k route

Some glimpses of past Glories  




See Events Calender page for Charlies choice of races near and far.

If anyone wants to contribute to the news, gossip or results please Mail me (graeme.clark@dsl.pipex.com)