Welcome to Sunderland Harriers & AC Web Site. Sunderland Harriers was formed in 1897 (re-formed 1905) and over the past century have promoted athletics in the North East of England. During this time the club has achieved success at national level at road running and cross-country over a wide range of age groups.
North East XC League
The next Start Fitness North Eastern Cross Country Harrier League meeting is to be held at Wrekenton on the 13th February 2010.
Results
Results are now available for the following 2009 events:
Club Information
Sunderland Harriers are looking for volunteers to coach the clubs junior section. For information about becoming a junior coach see the Club Information section.
Club Mark
Sunderland Harriers need to qualify for the Club Mark Accreditation Scheme. To assist the club to gain this award we will need more volunteers and assistance from members and parents of junior members. Your help would be appreciated.
Weekly round up
In the Alsager 5 road race, track specialist, Gavin Massingham finished a creditable 17th against a high quality domestic field in a time of 24'27. On 4th February, Nassim Heraoua competed in the final Jarrow Young Athletes Grand Prix and won gold in the U13 boys 60m. On 7th February, Nassim won gold in the Under 11 boys 60m. Read More
Start Fitness - North East Harrier League
On a snowbound course at Newcastle Town Moor, Sunderland got back to winning ways, narrowly defeating Morpeth in the six to count team race. Led home by Gavin Massingham with an excellent fourth place from the Fast Pack, Sunderland had their first six counters in the top 34. The Women were led home by Bev Blakeman, who finished 6th.
Durham Schools Cross-Country
Whilst the Seniors were competing on a snowbound course at Newcastle Town Moor, many of the younger club members were representing their school and area after qualifying to take part in the Durham Schools Cross Country Championships held at an equally cold Meadowfield, Durham. Jason Waite, Michael Wilson and Sophie Burnett all won their respective races.
Northern Cross Country Championships - Blackburn
On a cold and foggy day in Blackburn the club, without their top Senior Men, were relying on the younger club members to produce good results. With finishers in 21st, 22nd and 23rd positions the team rose to the occasion. Thank you to all the parents who made the journey over to Blackburn to support the runners and who ensured those juniors running turned up in plenty of time to collect numbers, recce the course and for their help and support throughout the day.
Nassim Heraoua
One runner who is managing to race despite the recent poor weather is Nassim Heraoua. Nassim raced at the Jarrow Indoor Series on Thursday 14th January where he finished second in the Under 13 Boys 60 metres, equalling his PB of 8.8 seconds. Nassim then ran in the Under 11 (minors) race on Sunday 17th January where he went one better winning gold in the 60 metres, and again equalled his pb of 8.8 seconds.
North Eastern Counties AA Indoor Championships
Hollie Lancaster wins gold and Nassim Heraoua wins a bronze in the 60 metres held at Gateshead.
Annual Fees are now overdue
Annual Membership fees for Sunderland Harriers are now due. A £5 surcharge will be added for renewal fees paid after 31st December 2009.
