Chair
Chris McDonagh
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.
Club Secretary
Liza Kahanova
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.
Treasurer
Andries Lategan
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.
Membership Secretary
Andrew Crafter
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.
Vice Chair
Harry Blenkinsopp
I joined BFR in 2024 after relocating outside of London. I started running following a rugby injury not allowing me to return. Joining BFR means a solo sport of running turns into a team event. It is full of incredibly supportive members and coaches.
If I’m not running the event itself, I’m normally the one screaming ‘Lets go BFR’ at the top of my lungs and losing my voice cheering!
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Sam Baines
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.
Website
Iain Heath
Running marathons has become one of my greatest passions. There’s something uniquely satisfying about the challenge, discipline, and mental endurance required to train for and complete the distance. What started as a personal fitness goal has evolved into a lifestyle that keeps me motivated and constantly striving for progress.
You can usally find me running with the Sub 8s, on a Sunday Long run or at the BFR track sets.
Volunteer Coordinator
Rob Pottinger
I’m Rob and I look after the volunteers, which so far has been a real pleasure , joined originally 2017ish and had a year out after breaking my foot . This is the best club I could hope for, and I’m looking forward to many more years running and supporting all the great things we do , favourite run is a half marathon
