<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" xmlns:georss="http://www.georss.org/georss" xmlns:geo="http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos#" > <channel> <title>igebbie – Kilmarnock Harrier & AC</title> <atom:link href="https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/author/igebbie/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com</link> <description>"Where athletes, families, coaches and volunteers work together to bring out the best in themselves and each other, to get fitter, and go further, faster and higher"</description> <lastBuildDate>Sun, 29 Dec 2024 16:12:38 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-GB</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1</generator> <image> <url>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/cropped-logo_updated-blue-and-white1-1-32x32.jpg</url> <title>igebbie – Kilmarnock Harrier & AC</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <site xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">92375332</site> <item> <title>Roon the Toon 2025 – Live at “the Bells”</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/roon-the-toon-2025-live-at-the-bells/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 29 Dec 2024 16:12:38 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Road Running]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=13431</guid> <description><![CDATA[Roon the Toon 2025 is back on January 1st. This years event returns on June 8th with all the great features of before – medal, T shirt, empire biscuit, free drink, KFC ticket etc., etc. Plus, this year the race hosts the Scottish Athletics 10K Road Race Championships. This will...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Roon the Toon 2025 is back on January 1st. This years event returns on June 8th with all the great features of before – medal, T shirt, empire biscuit, free drink, KFC ticket etc., etc. Plus, this year the race hosts the Scottish Athletics 10K Road Race Championships. This will mean even more demand on an event that already sells out early.</p> <p>Enter soon to be sure of a place – club members are guaranteed a refund / transfer until the numbers go out in Mid May.</p> <p>Enter <a href="http://www.entrycentral.com/roonthetoon" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> !</p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">13431</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Hugh Rankin Tribute Run and Seniors Christmas Handicap</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/hugh-rankin-tribute-run-and-seniors-christmas-handicap/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:45:15 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News & Results]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=13383</guid> <description><![CDATA[‘Wee Hughie’, one of the clubs oldest and most distinguished members, is 90 on 18th December. The club would like to mark this occasion by having a wee run in his honour, after which we will be making a presentation to him. Having been a World and European record holder,...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>‘Wee Hughie’, one of the clubs oldest and most distinguished members, is 90 on 18<sup>th</sup> December. The club would like to mark this occasion by having a wee run in his honour, after which we will be making a presentation to him.</p> <p>Having been a World and European record holder, Hugh is one of Kilmarnock Harriers most successful athletes. He has also been one of the clubs greatest servants, supporting us in numerous ways over many years. We do hope as many as possible of you will be able to join us to pay tribute to this fine man.</p> <p>Due to the disruption caused by the Pantomime and the difficulties in fitting in the various Christmas Handicaps, for this year only, the run will also incorporate the Seniors (U17 and above) Christmas Handicap. To participate in the Secret Santa Draw, can Seniors and U20 bring a wrapped secret Santa gift to the approximate value of £5.</p> <p>The run will start at 9.45 on Sunday 15th December and will take place over the Parkrun course (a measured 5K) in Dean Castle Country Park. It will be a sealed handicap, i.e. a mass start with handicaps adjusted after the finish. Please register between 9.15 and 9.30. After the run we will head for the Café for coffee and cakes on the club. Non runners are welcome to participate as volunteers or spectators. Although the handicap is for Seniors, juniors are also welcome</p> <p>To help the café, we need an idea of numbers. Can folk wishing to attend please let me know here – <strong><a href="mailto:john.gebbie@btinternet.com">Ian Gebbie </a></strong> or on Facebook. If you are running, please provide a recent 5K time. If not let me know if you would be able to marshal.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">13383</post-id> </item> <item> <title>West District Relays 5th October – Help Required</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/west-district-relays-5th-october-help-required/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 01:35:13 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Cross Country]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Volunteers]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=13263</guid> <description><![CDATA[On Saturday 5th October we are hosting the West District Cross Country Relays. To allow the event to go well and enhance the clubs reputation, I need volunteers to set up the course / marshal the event and help with catering (for the marshals). It is an easy and enjoyable...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>On Saturday 5th October we are hosting the West District Cross Country Relays. To allow the event to go well and enhance the clubs reputation, I need volunteers to set up the course / marshal the event and help with catering (for the marshals). It is an easy and enjoyable shift and guidance will be provided.</strong></p> <p><strong>A number of my regular helpers are on holiday at this time so I really need to see some new faces. Course set up will be from 0830 till 1030 and marshalling will be required from 11.00 till 3.00. If you can help please let me know at <a href="mailto:john.gebbie@btinternet.com">Ian Gebbie</a> (or via Facebook).</strong></p> <p><strong>No volunteers, no races!</strong></p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">13263</post-id> </item> <item> <title>The Valley Dash – Tuesday 10th September</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/the-valley-dash-tuesday-10th-september/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 06:30:49 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Road Running]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=13216</guid> <description><![CDATA[This years main individual club handicap race will take place on Tuesday 10th September at the running track in Barmill Rd, Galston. To ensure everyone finishes in good light we plan to get the first runner off no later than 6.30. I will issue the handicaps in advance with your...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>This years main individual club handicap race will take place on Tuesday 10th September at the running track in Barmill Rd, Galston. To ensure everyone finishes in good light we plan to get the first runner off no later than 6.30. I will issue the handicaps in advance with your start time. Please arrive in plenty time to collect your number and warm up. If you cannot make your allocated start come anyway and we will sort it out once everyone is finished.</strong></p> <p><strong>Being an individual handicap event everyone has a chance, so do come along and give it a try. </strong></p> <p><strong>If you have never run the race before, it is a pleasurable 4+ miles over a gently undulating course (lol)!! If you have run it, then ignore that and remember the fast downhill section and the complementary beer and buffet at the end! </strong></p> <p><strong>If you intend to run, or are available to help let me know at <a href="mailto:john.gebbie@btinternet.com">Ian Gebbie</a> (or via Facebook) with a current 5 or 10K time and you’ll be assured of a well considered handicap taking all available evidence into account. Entries on the night without pre-notification can expect a less than generous handicap! </strong></p> <p><strong>I will assume all entrants will be coming along for the buffet and presentations but do confirm so we do not over cater!</strong></p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">13216</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Bill Lusk</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/bill-lusk/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jun 2024 12:59:24 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=13137</guid> <description><![CDATA[It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Lusk, aged 93. Bill was one of the club stalwarts for many years as an athlete, committee member and volunteer helper. Although he came late to running, joining us when he was 51, he squeezed in a lot...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Lusk, aged 93. Bill was one of the club stalwarts for many years as an athlete, committee member and volunteer helper. Although he came late to running, joining us when he was 51, he squeezed in a lot of miles into his time with the club. A great record keeper, Bill calculated that he had done 32000 miles by his 80th birthday. In doing so he became the Scottish over-60s marathon champ at Lochaber in 1994 and the British over-70s half marathon silver medallist in 2001. I remember he celebrated his 80th birthday by doing a wee 18 miler Sunday run.</p> <p>Undoubtedly the highlight of Bill’s running career was competing in the veteran’s world championships in Bruges, Belgium, in 1996, along with great friend and running buddy, Hugh Rankin, and legendary Olympian Emil Zatopek.</p> <p>His funeral will be held on Thursday 20th June at 1.15pm at Kilmarnock Independent Funeral Directors Church Street Kilmarnock KA3 1AA. Then on to Grassyards cemetery then to the Dean Suite at the Park Hotel to which all Harriers who knew Bill are most welcome, to celebrate his life.</p> <p>Ian Gebbie</p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">13137</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Monday Junior Christmas Handicap Results</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/monday-junior-christmas-handicap-results/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 19:59:22 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News & Results]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=12974</guid> <description><![CDATA[Results of tonights Junior Christmas Handicap are here – Christmas Handicap Monday Junior 2023 Results]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Results of tonights Junior Christmas Handicap are here – <a href="http://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Christmas-Handicap-Monday-Junior-2023-Results.xlsx">Christmas Handicap Monday Junior 2023 Results</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">12974</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Jog Squad Christmas Handicap Results</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/jog-squad-christmas-handicap-results/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 22:16:01 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[News & Results]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Road Running]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=12960</guid> <description><![CDATA[Results of tonights Jog Squad Christmas Handicap are here – Results Race report to follow.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Results of tonights Jog Squad Christmas Handicap are here – <a href="http://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Christmas-Handicap-2023-Jog-Squad-Result.xlsx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Results</a></p> <p>Race report to follow.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">12960</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Last Call for Seniors Christmas Handicap</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/last-call-for-seniors-christmas-handicap/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:51:49 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Road Running]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=12950</guid> <description><![CDATA[Hi Folks, if you fancy participating on the club seniors (plus U17 and above) Christmas Handicaps on Wednesday (KH Jog Squad) or Thursday and haven’t already signed up, then complete the form here ENTER HERE or post in Facebook. If you can’t run but are able to help then it...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Folks, if you fancy participating on the club seniors (plus U17 and above) Christmas Handicaps on Wednesday (KH Jog Squad) or Thursday and haven’t already signed up, then complete the form here <strong><a href="https://forms.gle/4FPjKozXfSVfA6MH7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ENTER HERE</a></strong> or post in Facebook.</p> <p>If you can’t run but are able to help then it would be great to hear from you – email here <strong><a href="mailto:john.gebbie@btinternet.com">Ian Gebbie </a></strong>or post in Facebook.</p> <p>Please collect your number between 6.30 and 6.45 ready for a 7.00 pm start.</p> <p>Seniors and U20 can you please bring a wrapped secret Santa gift to the approximate value of £5. As above for U17 but to the approx value of £3.</p> <p>There will be refreshements / snacks available in the General Purpose Room after the race when we present prizes.</p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">12950</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Senior (plus U17 and above) Christmas Handicaps</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/senior-plus-u17-and-above-christmas-handicaps/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:52:14 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News/Announcements]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=12930</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Senior Christmas Handicap (plus any U17s – U20 willing to take on the 5K course) will take place on Thursday 14th of December. The KH Jog Squad Handicap is on Wednesday 13th. Please complete this short form to register your interest – ENTER HERE. Santa may not be too...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Senior Christmas Handicap (plus any U17s – U20 willing to take on the 5K course) will take place on Thursday 14th of December. The KH Jog Squad Handicap is on Wednesday 13th.</p> <p>Please complete this short form to register your interest – <a href="https://forms.gle/4FPjKozXfSVfA6MH7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ENTER HERE</a>. Santa may not be too kind with handicaps for folk who don’t let us know in advance they are running!!</p> <p>Please collect your number between 6.30 and 6.45 ready for a 7.00 pm start.</p> <p>Seniors and U20 can you please bring a wrapped secret Santa gift to the approximate value of £5. As above for U17 but to the approx value of £3.</p> <p>There will be refreshements / snacks available in the General Purpose Room after the race when we present prizes.<img decoding="async" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-5690" src="http://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/images780P92DI-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">12930</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Jim Young</title> <link>https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/jim-young/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[igebbie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 21:59:48 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News & Results]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/?p=12920</guid> <description><![CDATA[Back in May the club marked Jim Young’s 90th birthday and his 75 years as a Harrier, by announcing the creation of the Jim Young Grant Fund. I am delighted to say this is now up and running and awaiting club members applying for grants from the fund. Grants can...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>Back in May the club marked Jim Young’s 90th birthday and his 75 years as a Harrier, by announcing the creation of the Jim Young Grant Fund. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>I am delighted to say this is now up and running and awaiting club members applying for grants from the fund. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>Grants can be awarded in recognition of a particular achievement, to develop coaching or officials skills or to help out with expenses etc. It is open to athletes, coaches and volunteers. The application form and rules are on the main menu of the club homepage or you can follow the link here – <span style="color: #ff0000;"><a style="color: #ff0000;" href="https://www.kilmarnockharriers.com/jim-young-grant-fund/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jim Young Grant Fund</a></span> .</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>Jim has been supporting the club for the last 75 years and it is fantastic he is able to continue this great work via this new route!</strong></span></p> ]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">12920</post-id> </item> </channel> </rss>