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Liverpool runner targets next major marathon after fastest British finish at New York

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A Liverpool runner has turned his focus to a spring marathon after a successful 2024 campaign. Jonny Mellor, 37, has set his eyes on his next major marathon, despite it being months away. He said: “Of course I am running next...
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Liverpool group calls for ‘education’ and ‘awareness’ to end harassment of female runners

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Liverpool female-only running community Girls on the Go have called for "education" and "awareness" to end harassment towards female runners. According to a 2023 survey by Adidas, 92% of women reported fearing for their safety when they were running alone, compared to 28% of men.
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Merseyside cross country champion eyes St Helens 10K success

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With St Helens’ annual 10K event on the horizon, one of the town’s best runners has stated his intent to win. Jon-Jo Doherty has flown out of the blocks this year, having been crowned as Merseyside County Cross Country champion...

Crime Stoppers charity hoping to use sport to keep the youth safe

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A Merseyside initiative has helped create a 22% decrease in knife crime between 2022-23 compared to last year. Crime Stoppers is a 35 year old independent charity which provides the public with the chance to report violations anonymously, and...
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Greenbank Sports Academy aiming to combat mental health conditions with exercise programme

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  https://youtu.be/UXdQGuR27IQ A sports academy is offering a health and exercise programme for people who endure mental, physical and neurological conditions. The 12-week scheme at Greenbank Sports Academy supports people such as those who have had a stroke to people suffering from...

WATCH: Liverpool Spring 10k helps struggling Merseyside charities

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At a time when Charities are feeling the pinch and arguably facing their toughest times yet, the annual Liverpool Spring 10k provided an opportunity for runners from across the North West to raise thousands of pounds. The London Marathon raised...

Liverpool’s first ever Pentathlon club looks to produce future champions

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A new Pentathlon and Athletics club has been launched in Merseyside in the hope of producing future champions for the city. Warriors Pentathlon and Athletic Club was founded by Ronan and Sarah Kearney in October last year.
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World Athletics Council ban transgender women from World Rankings competition

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The World Athletics Council have announced they will “exclude male-to-female transgender athletes who have been through male puberty from female World Rankings competition from 31 March 2023”.
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England Deaf cricketer ‘buzzing’ for second Liverpool half marathon

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An England Deaf International cricketer is "absolutely buzzing" to be taking part in his second Liverpool half marathon this weekend. James Dixon is running the race for the secind year in a row and will be raising finds to support...
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“It’s great for your mental health” – Local runner Alex Rigby completes ultra-marathon

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Merseyside cricketer and running coach Alex Rigby agrees he might be a little crazy after completing an ultramarathon to raise money for his cricket club, Ainsdale. “I think any runner is a bit of a madman, I think you have to be to want to push yourself like that,” he said.

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