Results and Split Times
Yvette Baker Qualifier Results
Routegadget & Splitsbrowser
WinSplits
BOF Ranking Points
Organiser’s Comments
An organiser’s job is basically to get the competitors to the start flag and once they’ve finished to get them back to their cars and away. Sounds simple when you say it like that, but when you add in the need for buses and loos, a junior competition and having to organise equipment needed for an event the night before, it makes it slightly more involved. That’s not to say I didn’t enjoy it, because I did, but I would never have managed without a fantastic band of people who had my back, both in the months leading up to the event and on the day. I think/hope people enjoyed themselves – the weather and great courses helped immensely of course – and I didn’t lose anyone on the day so overall a positive result. Also, fantastic Yvette Baker results for all four junior teams.
Liz.
Planner’s Comments
Thanks to all who came to Hockering today – the wood has put smiles on several faces.
As a first time Planner, I’ve enjoyed being out in the wood on so many occasions. The area isn’t overly large and it’s rather devoid of contours, but it’s wonderfully runnable in all but the northern part. My main aim became to add challenge through ensuring that good route choice avoided paths.
The YB heats mean that juniors often ‘run down’ and I was therefore keen to make Yellow and Orange as challenging as possible. The lack of paths certainly facilitated that (more so on Orange).
It was pleasing to hear so many positive comments from finishers. Several commented on the physical nature of their runs – lots of running on uncompacted leave debris, and avoiding deadfall.
A big well done to all the team involved. Specifically, from the Planner’s perspective, to Phil Halford for his controlling, Liz for her fantastic organisation, my Dad for his assistance over two days with control placement (and bus monitor duties), and my team of highly skilled control collectors. Lastly, a thanks to the second best looking chap on the committee for his mapping skills and dedication.
I’m looking forward to my next planning adventure!
Ben.