Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 16th June 2025
Stevenage Striders Running Club Stevenage Striders have been out tackling sun-soaked trails in Hertfordshire to sizzling road races in Portugal this weekend. At the Herts Hobble, a scenic and hilly trail event, three Striders took on the challenge with impressive performances. Further afield, Helder Soares represented the club at the Reguengos de Monsaraz 9.5km race in Portugal.…
From Switzerland to the Sea: A Stevenage Fitness Challenge for a Great Cause
When Welwyn Wheelers cycling coach Richard Maynard set a challenge for Stevenage personal trainer Andy Prior to complete the Source to Sea Rhine adventure, neither could have imagined that, a year later, they would have achieved it in spectacular fashion. Starting on 29th May at the Oberalp Pass in Switzerland, Andy and Richard cycled more…
Zebra Women to Cycle from London to Brighton
Five local women and a zebra were in Stevenage Old Town to launch a fundraising appeal for their charity ride with the big London to Brighton event. On the Sunday 15th June Hazel, Jenny, Karen, Penny and Tracy will be cycling 55 miles from London to Brighton and would be grateful for any donations no…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 9th June 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans There were 609 runners in race one of this season’s Mid Week Road Race League which was held in Stevenage on Wednesday 28th May and 87 of them were from Fairlands Valley Spartans. 16 clubs took part so that’s fantastic participation by FVS. The Spartan men and Spartan women were both second…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 2nd June 2025
Stevenage Phoenix Running Club Mid Week League race one – Stevenage Wednesday 28th May saw the first MWL race for Divisions 2 and 3, which started and finished on Ridlin’s athletics track, in Stevenage. 12 members of Stevenage Phoenix took part and ran under Stevenage North Herts AC. “What a fantastic atmosphere, it was incredible to…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 26th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans Fairlands Valley Spartans enjoyed an outing to Dorney Lake on Sunday. Alongside the Olympic rowing course so flat but very windy. In the half marathon PENNY SCHENKEL was fourth woman 50 plus with 2 hours 18 minutes 58 seconds (2:18:58). That’s a new season’s best and improvement on Watford 2:27:41 and 2:20:54…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 19th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans Shorter, much shorter for some Spartans, at the 4 x 400 metre relay event in Welwyn Garden City on Thursday evening. Two FVS teams came out winners and 28 club members in seven teams were running. MIKE JEFFS, MICHAEL FISHER, JAY PAPA and NICK GILL won senior male and overall with 4…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 5th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans There were silver and bronze county medals for Fairlands Valley Spartans on Sunday morning. 24 ran the Hitchin 10K which incorporated the Hertfordshire championships for veteran runners. In the open race Spartan CHARLIE WHITE was 12th out of the 893 finishers in a new personal best (PB) of 36 minutes 5 seconds. …
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 28th April 2025
Stevenage Striders Running Club Jim Callaghan ran the Boston Marathon on Monday (21st) in 4:05:36 (Season’s Best). While not his fastest, he was thrilled with the result on a tough course, especially tackling the Newton Hills and Heartbreak Hill. Praised the event, weather, and medal. A fantastic achievement to qualifying for and run this prestigious…
Stevenage’s Hayden Cooper Smashes the London Marathon at Just 18!
Stevenage’s own Hayden Cooper has achieved something truly remarkable – running the iconic London Marathon just a few weeks after celebrating his 18th birthday! Representing Stevenage Phoenix Running Club, Hayden took on the 26.2-mile challenge to raise money for Hertfordshire Community Trust, a charity close to his heart. His incredible effort has already raised over…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 14th April 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans In the Newport Marathon a time of 2:48:19 brought a new marathon PB (personal best) for DAVID HARRIS-CHERGUIT. He said it was a great course, a really well organised race and there was a quality field with great groups to work with on pacing. David said he was super happy with a…
Apprenticeships in Stevenage: Football Club Opportunity
Stevenage Football Club is giving young people an amazing chance to kick-start a career in football! They’ve just launched a brand new Football Coaching Apprenticeships in Stevenage, and it’s open to people aged 16 to 18. The programme is being run in partnership with Youth Education Service (YES) and is perfect for anyone who loves…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 10th March 2025
Stevenage Striders Running Club Sunday was a fantastic day for running, with Striders taking on challenges near and far. From the Cambridge Half Marathon to the scenic cycle paths and hills of Stevenage, our runners embraced the sunshine, the race atmosphere, and the joy of the sport. Cambridge Half Marathon – A Day of PBs and Team Spirit…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 3rd March 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans Oundle 20 SAMANTHA TOPHILL ran the Oundle 20 mile race on her birthday. Sam finished in 3 hours 14 minutes 8 seconds (3:14:08) and was second in her age group. Berko is not Flat After a ceilidh on Saturday evening. JIM BROWN and PENNY SCHENKEL’s long “easy” run turned out to be…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 24th February 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans A cross country on Parliament Hill is always tough. Usually muddy and the climbs start from the gun. Finishing there in a national championship is a major achievement and Fairlands Valley Spartans finished with complete teams in the men’s and women’s senior championship. For the men it was a 12 kilometre test…
England WU23s Set for Exciting Clash in Stevenage
Stevenage is set to host an exciting international match as England Women’s Under-23s take on France. With a talented squad ready to represent the nation, the team is eager to connect with fans and showcase their skills at the Lamex Stadium. Meet the Squad The England WU23s are led by captain Missy Bo Kearns, with…
Charity work in Stevenage – Spartans Raise over £36,000 for Pancreatic Cancer UK
When it comes to charity work in Stevenage, Fairlands Valley Spartans are leading the way. Cathy Craig, the 17-times marathoner known as “the Running Mum” of Stevenage’s Fairlands Valley Spartans (FVS), did not die in vain when she succumbed to pancreatic cancer in 2023. The same can be said for ex-Essex Police Officer Bev Alexander, who…
Stretch & Mobility Class for Runners – Improve Your Performance & Prevent Injuries
Are you a runner looking to improve your flexibility, prevent injuries, and enhance your overall performance? Join Jack Cant from JC Fitness for a dedicated Stretch & Mobility Class for Runners, held every Friday at 7:45pm at Bedwell Community Centre, Stevenage (SG1 1NA). Why Stretch & Mobility Matter for Runners Running is a high-impact activity…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 17th February 2025
Stevenage Striders Running Club Stevenage Striders have been out in force across various races recently, braving the cold conditions and setting new personal and course bests. ATW Welwyn 10K The Welwyn 10K proved to be a testing but rewarding course for the Striders. Hampton Court Half Marathon Phoenix Feisty Phoenix Half Marathon Fairlands Valley Spartans Two…
The Lamex Stadium Hosts England v France
England women’s under-23s are set to begin their 2025 campaign with two home matches in February. Managed by Emma Coates, the team will first host Germany at Walsall FC’s Poundland Bescot Stadium on Thursday, 20 February, with kick-off at 7.30pm GMT. Following this, they will face France at Stevenage FC’s Lamex Stadium on Tuesday, 25…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 10th February 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans Farnborough Winter Half Marathon Spartan SAM TOPHILL said the Farnborough Winter Half Marathon was a really well organised and popular event – 3000 capacity sell out! Traffic free and reasonably flat. Samantha beat two hours with a chip time of 1 hour 55 minutes 18 seconds – and the goody bag was…
Partnering with Stevenage FC – Xsolla
We speak to Berkley Egenes, Chief Marketing & Growth Officer at Xsolla: Why did Xsolla choose to partner with Stevenage FC? When looking for partners to collaborate with, we look for innovation, creativity and connectivity for those who help bring people together. Stevenage FC as an organisation aligns with our ethos and mission to bring…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 3rd February 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans A Champion at Watford. First thing there were worries there would be ice patches on the course of the Watford Half Marathon but no, apart from a short section at the second water station, it was fine. Although it was never warm runners enjoyed start to finish sun shine. Fairlands Valley Spartans…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 27th January 2025
Stevenage Striders Running Club The club had an eventful weekend, with members participating in various races and achieving impressive results. Let’s take a moment to congratulate our runners on their fantastic performances: ATW Bedford 5 Miles Sarah Dennis finished the race with a personal best time of 0:57:42. Despite the fresh weather and the abundance of mud,…
