SSS8 - Metford
From Sally-Anne, Rhiana and Nicola
Wednesday turned out to be a wet one. Still, a number of people still braved the conditions to come out and try it out. With many controls on each side of the highway, not many made it to the other side of the map, opting for the closer side and still achieving winning results. Turned out to be an enjoyable afternoon of orienteering for all, many thanks going out to all who helped. Cheryl Todkill on start, Russell Blatchford on finish and everyone else in between that assisted in set up and pack up.
Start: Sally and Cheryl Todkill
Finish: Nicola Blatchford, Rhiana Roberts and Russell Blatchford
Setters: Nicola, Rhiana and Sally
Helpers: Malcolm Roberts, Karen & Russell Blatchford, Mick Kavur, Stewart?? And thanks to anyone we've forgotten (:
Daniel Orr took top honours this week in a not quite come from nowhere win. Daniel while generally in the top ten or so competitors has not cracked it for a win this season and should be very happy with this run just eclipsing series pacesetter Alex Massey. Nicole Haigh's win places her at the top of the overall women's standings. Once again the weather appeared less than ideal but in actuality it never rained and the mild conditions were perfect for running. The area is mostly undulating with the course set by Sal/Nic/Rhiana offering plenty of points either side of the highway. The vast majority of contestants stuck to the Northern side with only a few being tempted into venturing over the bridge.
Next week we shall be at Elermore Vale with the Bush Presentations and social night following immediately after in the adjacent hall.