Athletics Open

A clash of New Zealand walking champions took place at the opening of the athletics season when Jim Trowell (Gisborne) and Owen Warner (West CoastNorth Island) entered the 20,000 metre walk. Warner beat Trowell by only four seconds after a tough contest. The meeting, which was sponsored by J. W. O'Donoghue Ltd, saw some good finishes in the track events. The presentation of Harrier Club trophies, won during the season, also took place.

Warner leads Trowell on the fourth to last lap.

Also taking part were 1956 Olympic champion Norman Read (right) and Michael Parker.

On hand to watch the walking event was John Cook, who will be one of the judges at the Commonwealth Games, and local judge Eric Hoggins (left).

One of the top seniors in the Harrier Club collecting an armful of trophies is Keith Schoies. He won the Barker Cup (marathon), Douglas Cup (fastest time in the president's race) and the Dave Smith Trophy.

Also with a swag of cups is top midget Dean McHardy.

Michael Gaukrodger streaks ahead to win the men's open 100 metres.

Taking the A grade boys' 100m is Mark Holloway.

Taking their 100m events are Gillian Cowley (B grade girls); John Mclntyre (B grade boys, first heat); Mark Primrose (B grade boys, second heat); and Sheryi Mastrovich (women's open).

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 233 : November 7, 1973

Athletics Open