As part of Woodstock’s rich history, each year since… a long time ago…members have been eligible to win awards that are based on performances during the year. To be considered for some of the awards, members must have their runner results in the Woodstock Runners Results Database. The results that are considered for the 2021 Awards are those within the date range 2019-11-01 to 2021-10-31 (inclusive).
Summary of Awards and associated Criteria:
Most Improved Runner of the Year (1 male & 1 female)
The persons considered to have shown improvement in their running over the past 12 months. i.e. improvement of times and/or distance, multiple personal bests.
Rookie of the Year
The person who joined Woodstock Runners during the year as a relative newcomer to running and has made positive/notable progress.
Long Distance Trophy
A consistent performer over longer than half marathon distance.
Club Champion (1 male & 1 female)
The runners who have consistently produced the fastest results in races over a variety of distances throughout the 12 months.
Masters Champion (1 male & 1 female)
The runners (aged 50+) who have consistently produced the fastest results in races over a variety of distances throughout the 12 months.
Most Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year (1 male & 1 female)
This award is for a single performance of note.
Champion Person Award
That person who has made a significant contribution to the club throughout the year.
Most Outstanding Team Road Running Performance
The most outstanding performance by a team.
Runner of the Year
A valued member of the club who inspires others.
Derek and Eddie Award
That person who consistently strives to be the best runner they can, but often goes unnoticed.
Steve Briscoe President’s Award
President’s choice.
Other Awards:
- Log Book Awards
- Handicap Series Winner
- 5km Time Trial Series Winner
- Allan Tully Award for Most Fun Runs in a Year
- Photograph of the Year
Past awardees and some fun pics from past events can be found under the ‘Awards’ tab, then ‘Past Awardees’ on the website.
