Gary Thornton at the Start of Athenry 10k race in 2006

Galway City Harrier Gary Thornton had a fantastic run in the English National Cross Country Championships claiming fifth place in a hugely competitive field. Running in Kent AC colours, Gary, who is based in London these days, ran a tremendous race in Sunderland this last Saturday.

Congratulations from all of us in Athenry.

Result – Senior Men

1 F Tickner Wells City Harriers 37:31

2 H Lobb Bedford & County AC 38:14

4 D Bannister Shaftesbury Barnet Harriers 38:28

5 G Thornton Kent AC 38:38

6 I Hudspith Morpeth H & AC 38:40

7 J Mays Kent AC 38:42

8 K Heywood Bristol & West AC 38:44

9 D Deed Bedford & County AC 38:47

10 O Freeman Bodyworks XTC Tri RC 38:52

11 B Tickner Wells City Harriers 38:55

12 M Barnes Altrincham & District AC 38:59