TWO determined members of Dumfries Harriers rose to the challenge of the Glen Ogle 33 last weekend. The race is a scenic and demanding 33-mile Ultra Marathon set in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Donna Davidson, who has been enjoying a standout season, quietly stepped up to the ultra-distance for the very first time. Having only completed her first marathon earlier this year, Donna’s leap into ultra running marks a remarkable progression in her running journey. By her s

MARATHONS are hard at the best of times. Finishing one and having to get straight in your car and drive yourself a 150 miles back to Dumfries, well that just adds another layer. Megan Carson took it all in her stride. The Yorkshire Marathon Sunday past is now her second marathon and first as a Harrier, having recently joined the club. She finished in 4 hours and 51 minutes which bagged herself a 16 min PB, and she was very pleased to come in well under her five hour target ti

THE AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is one of Scotland’s premier running events, offering a scenic and fast half marathon course that begins in George Square, right in the heart of Glasgow. And a number of Dumfries Harriers travelled up for the event earlier this month. Bill McKinney was the sole Harrier to take on the 10km distance. Demonstrating true sportsmanship, Bill paused mid-race to assist a fellow runner who had fallen. He crossed the finish line in just over the hour mar