South Shields Tri starts its Cross Country journey

As SST are now registered with English athletics, this means we can take part in the cross country races held during the winter.

On a mild Sunday 9th October, the XC warriors headed over the water to duridge bay country park for the event.

The weather wasn’t your typical XC weather as the winter hasn’t fully kicked in just quite yet. This meant the ground was quite hard still. No matter the gang were ready and excited, especially being the first time SST has attended one of these events.

As it was our first event, we had some newbies and some experienced XC runners, so it was a good mix of runners. The tent was put up in what you class as “tent city” with all the other clubs who are attending the event.

As the events got underway with range of ages from Under 11’s who kick off first to all way up to senior men and women. Our youngest athlete Grace who a cracking run to Ellie and Sarah who put in a brilliant effort. Our senior men all of them put in an awesome effort, Dan, Gary, grant, Ian and nick. Left it all on the field.

Everyone is already looking forward to the race event and if you are interested in having ago at XC or triathlon or just training please get in touch.

South Shields Tri isn’t just a triathlon club we are a true multi-sport club.