RACE REPORT: The 2025 edition of the junior Christmas Handicap was run on the traditional one lap circuit of the perimeter of Thornes Park. First back of the 16 athletes to make the start line was Tommy Hastings, in a new course record of 10:10 seconds, he was closely followed by Bella Tutt in 2nd…
RACE REPORT: On Tuesday 16th December, the Wakefield Harriers Road Runners gathered for their much‑loved annual Christmas Handicap Race at Thornes Park. The festive tradition saw runners complete two laps around the park perimeter, finishing with a lap on the track. True to handicap style, the slowest runners set off first and the quickest last,…
Wakefield Harriers encourage everyone to stay active and involved in athletics as long as they are able, whether that is through competing or volunteering. One prime example is long time member and runner Pete Gooding who has marked a determined return to racing after a lengthy absence due to injury. Since March 2024, Pete has…
RACE REPORT: On a difficult Sunday where the weather did not help athletes, Wakefield Harriers athletes still turned up to compete in the next League meet at Oulton Sport Club. With two team victories and a individual first place the club once again put in great effort in difficult conditions. Congratulations to everyone who turned…
FINAL LEAGUE REPORT THE DISTANCE LEAGUE 2025 IS COMPLETE! We have a winner! Congratulations to Paul Gilbert who has competed in an amazing 16 out of a possible 22 events. Amazing consistency over the year. Bobby Brailsford put in a late burst to claim 2nd spot whilst Francis Mwaba and Ian Ogden have been up…
RACE REPORT: Wakefield District Harriers Isabella Tutt and Tommy Hastings made the trip to Sefton Park, Liverpool to compete in the British Athletics Cross Challenge. Isabella Tutt – 3rd (U17 Ladies) Bella had her best run to date, with the U17’s competing alongside the U20’s which included the trials for the European Cross Country Championships…
RACE REPORT: Wakefield District Harriers delivered a strong all-round performance on home turf at the second fixture of the West Yorkshire Cross Country League. With standout individual wins, team victories, and solid placings across all age groups, the club showed depth, determination, and pride in front of a home crowd. U11 Girls – Team Result:…
