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Chris McDonagh
Chair
I re-started running in 2019 after a few years off, initially running 5km locally around Binfield & Bracknell then moving up to 10km mainly. Having fallen in love with running I looked for a local club and joined BFR, a really friendly club with great weekly sessions and fantastic coaches. My favourite session is track on a wednesday evening.
Liza Kahanova
Club Secretary
I started running in 2018, after being inspired by my dad completing an Ironman. A year later I completed my first marathon, and vowed to never do it again, although that didn’t quite go to plan. I joined the club in 2019, where I took part in lots of great events and made new friends.
Andries Lategan
Treasurer
Being a runner for most of my life, primarily to keep fit and healthy, I wanted to run in a more social setting and joined BFR in 2018. This decision transformed my running experience, as it allowed me to combine my passion for running with being part of a supportive community. I really enjoy participating in the various Club Championship races across all distances, from 5K to half marathons, and have made some great friends along the way. Serving on the committee is very rewarding and a great way to give something back to the club.
Andrew Crafter
Membership Secretary
Having enjoyed xc at school I only relatively recently got back into running as a holiday alternative to cycling (running is cheaper and more portable!). I joined BFR late last summer (2023) to try and improve my fitness and times, having completed my first half marathon (Fleet) back in the spring. I enjoy the Wednesday track sessions and join club runs when family life and time allows.
George Macdonald
Vice Chair
I joined the club in 2001 ( I think), I enjoy running all distances, but I think 10 miles is my favourite. Running offers much more than just physical fitness. There are many amazing people at this club, and lots of lovely places to run nearby.
Sam Baines
Social Media Coordinator
I've always loved running having first joined Bracknell Athletics club when I was 13. I decided to join. Bracknell Forest Runners in 2022 to help work on my race day speed and run in a more social setting as opposed to going out on my own.
You can usually find me leading the 9's or 9.30's on our Monday night run or Sunday morning run. My favorite aspect of the club is the Wednesday night track sessions as mentioned above these are a great way to improve your race day speed.
Joan Barker
Volunteer Coordinator
I joined BFR in 2016, a year after I started running. I enjoy a Monday Night Club Run and an interval session round the track. My ‘go to’ place for a long run run is Windsor Great Park. My favourite race distance varies, but I enjoy the challenge that comes with training for different races. If I’m not running, I will often be volunteering or cheering everyone else on instead!
Jenny Davies
Kit Coordinator
I originally joined BFR in 2008, when it was a much smaller club. Rejoined in 2022, It’s lovely to see how it has grown over the years. I have met some of my best friends through BFR and love always having someone to buddy up and run with. The club and many of its members have been a life line for me, since lockdown. My only regret is that I didn’t come back sooner.
David Blackburne
Social Events Coordinator
Hi my name is David and I joined the club in 2018. I joined the club to improve my running.
Matt Axton
Website Coordinator
I joined BFR after suffering with my mental health due to the COVID lockdown and also to lose weight so I could fulfil my ambition to fly a Spitfire. I found everyone at the club very friendly and welcoming. While I am still quite a relative noob at running I enjoy getting out and feeling like I have achieved something. I did get down to the weight I needed and did fly a Spitfire.
