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It’s a dash of pace for the runners

IN an impressive display, over a third of Perth Road Runners members, in the form of 26 competitors, made the short journey down the M90 for the Milnathort Dash where, in a veritable sea of green and white racing vests, they comprised over 20 per cent. of the field. Read

Eilidh retains her under-23 crown

KINROSS athlete Eilidh Child has just notchedup another victory onher already impressivetrack record – and now hasher eyes set on yet moresuccess. Read

Striding out in the Lang Toun

THE Lang Toun 10k takes place over a scenic but challenging route on quiet back roads around Auchterarder. Read

Aberfeldy gets ready for triathlon

THE 2008 Aberfeldy Sprint Distance Triathlon Championship, part of the tritahlonscotland national ranking series, is once again being hosted by Perth and Kinross Leisure and based at Aberfeldy Recreation Centre. Read

Runaway fitness plan now on offer at Bell’s

THE next block of Job Scotland commences at Bell's Sports Centre on Wednesday, June 25 – Wednesday, August 27. Jog Scotland sessions provide participants with a qualified instructor who will plan a 10 week programme to help you lead a healthier lifestyle. Read

Eilidh overcomes hurdles to seize best time award

IN Swansea on Sunday, Kinross athlete Eilidh Child ran for City of Glasgow in the UK Womens League Division 2 match. Read

Road Runners trophy cabinets all set to bulge

THE joiners and DIY shops in Perth are getting lots of business for shelves this year as the Road Runners continue to travel the country collecting trophies. Read

Crieff hill race a success

A new winner in veteran Paul Dugdale (Kendal AC) won the Knock Hill Race at Crieff by 15 seconds from Ross McLennan (Forth Valley Orienteers) with local Club Strathearn Harriers' Will Manners in third. Read

Eilidh gets a touch of the Blues at sports union bash

KINROSS hurdler Eilidh Child – pictured right – was among the guests of honour at dinner organised by Edinburgh University Sports Union to present Blues to a number of sports stars. Read

Logierait runner defends title

Last season, Craig won the sprint league up to and including 400m and was third in the distance league for 800m and over. Read

Popular road race is back ... but takes a new route

AFTER an absence of one year, the popular Perth 10k will resume under a different organisation with a new route – but organisers still need assistance on the day and a meeting has been arranged for Monday in Perth. Read

Runners go over the hill

AT the annual Strathtay Harriers organised Kinnoull Hill Race eight Perth Road Runners participated with Mark Cooper finishing 11th in 28m 10s and newcomer Scott Sharp continuing to improve with a handy 35m 19s. Read

Big County runners make their mark at Loch Leven

THE Loch Leven Half Marathon celebrated its milestone quarter century last Saturday and Big County runners found reasons to celebrate. Read

Eilidh gets call to lead her country

KINROSS hurdler Eilidh Child – pictured right – is celebrating landing the captaincy of the Scotland team at the Bank of Scotland Cup lined-up for July 1 at Grangemouth. Read

East District success for Perth Strathtay Harriers

LAST weekend saw a great turnout of Perth Strathtay Harriers at the Scottish East District Championships. Read

Athletic Eilidh’s Italian job brings her third fastest time ever

KINROSS athlete Eilidh Child (right) has got her season off to a flying start. Read

Off and running in Perth Road Runners' summer series campaign

THREE Perth Road Runners travelled to Balfron for the annual 10k race. Read

Capital performances at London Marathon for Perth Road Runners

A GROUP of Perth Road Runners realised their pre-race potential when they stormed to strong finishes in the London Marathon. Read

Strathtay Harriers run with the cash

PERTH and Kinross Council are splashing out £2500 on a civic reception for up to 300 guests at the end of a national track and field athletics meeting in Perth on August 9. Read

Perth Racecourse team off on centenary year

THE Perth Racecourse team are on countdown to the first meeting of their eagerly awaited centenary season – and it’s going to be a season to remember. Read

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