Run Leads Edition 6 – Anne and Andrew
September 01, 2024
by Martin Lawrence
Frontpage Article, Headlines, News Specials, Redway Runners Stories
We have been out capturing photos of your magnificent run leads who give up time for free to volunteer and lead Redway Runners runs.
To meet more of the Run Lead team click here
For this edition we feature Anne and Andrew.
ABOUT
Andrew
Andrew leads with the club Under 18’s group
Anne
My running journey began in April 2015, when I joined a daytime Beginners group. I had always hated PE at school and was terrified but I really enjoyed the first session. After my ten weeks, I graduated in the June at MK Parkrun and never looked back!
I began volunteering on other Beginners groups and then became a Run Lead. I passed my Leadership in Running Fitness & First Aid exams and now lead a Step Up group on a Thursday morning. I also cover other Step Up groups where required. Behind the scenes, I am on the Awards Committee whereby I nominate other Redway Runners for awards. I also publish the RR running schedule that appears on Redway Runners Facebook page everyday. I am on the committee for organising our annual ‘Beat the Barge’ event which takes place in August. For me, I try and make it to Parkrun and I love the Sunday Step Up runs & Redway Runners!
WHAT YOU SAID
Kathy Kavanagh
I don’t know Andrew but cool shorts 😆! Anne is one of the best. Thursday mornings would not be the same without her. Her step up runs are full of joy, fun and inclusive. She really does embrace the Redway Runners philosophy of “no-one gets left behind”
Magzilla Chichuck
Anne always picks the right route to match the weather and is always out to lead irrespective of the weather. RR run leads are an awesome group of people
Marine Turner
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Chris Jeanes
Anne is one of the legends of the club, so chatty and friendly. Must admit I thought Andrew was one of those black and orange runners. It’s great for the club if we have convinced him to coach our youngsters he’s a great guy and again always has a word of encouragement for me when he sees me running or racing!
Deirdre Rose
Anne devotes so much of her time to RR and does it all with a smile. She’s a fantastic lead, beautiful lady and great friend 💚
Amanda Hempstock
Anne is fabulous so friendly welcoming and a pleasure to run with
Sheila McBrearty
I enjoy Anne’s step up runs so much. She is a caring and inspiring run lead and we are lucky to have her. Thank you Anne 💚
Ruth Devaney
Anne is a lovely run lead
So welcoming,friendly,chatty and encouraging
Thank you for all that you do 🙏
Mark Pollott
Anne is an amazing run lead and a lovely, caring person. Can’t thank her enough for all the help she’s given me. Thank you Anne 💚
Tara Needham
Anne is a great run lead. She is always very encouraging, very friendly and supportive.
Jane Lee
More than one Redway Runner Junior has openly admitted to a heart sink moment when they realise Andrew is taking the session 😆 However, they keep coming back for more and have all smashed their parkrun/5K PBs in the last year or so, so it can’t all be bad 😉
Sarah Evans
Andrew’s sessions are always a favourite for the RRU18s and he looks so much better in green than orange 🤣! Anne does so much for the club and such a fantastic run lead. Out in all weathers (still one of the wettest runs I’ve ever done)! Thanks to both Anne and Andrew for all they do 👏
Lisa Cameron
Anne is a fabulous lead she is so encouraging and supportive of all runners in her charge she is rarely seen without a smile and is a bit of a treasure as she posts the daily run posts xx
Susan Rickson
Anne is a brilliant run lead, always supportive. Thank you Anne for all that you do. X
Daria Croker
Anne is fab and does a huge amount for the club, particularly organising the Sunday step up rota.
Ana Falcao Antunes Billenness
Anne is really lovely and always has a lovely smile 💚😊
Louise Page
Anne is a fantastic run lead, she is always so kind, encouraging and supportive. I always enjoy Anne’s runs 💚
Sarah Mann
Anne Bonson what a great run lead she is. Always supportive, friendly and encouraging and also does a lot else for the club. A true superstar. Thank you Anne for all you do for us 💚
Ally Smith
Anne is fantastic, she is so passionate about the club and is welcoming and supportive. She is a brilliant lead and the size of groups on her runs is proof. Turns out she can also herd cats 😊
Tania Yelland
We love Anne! Great routes, super supportive during runs xx
Jenny Jones
I love Anne’s runs, when I can make them. Fab run lead 💚
Elizabeth Fallows
Anne is a fabulous lead and has many interesting routes to her repertoire.
Encourages all on their runs whatever their strengths or struggles.
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Jenina Dunne
Love Anne’s step up group runs, alway welcoming, and she does a lot of work for the club behind the scenes
Jackie Bennett
Anne gets my vote, great leader, great routes, and great at warm ups and cool downs too. 🏃🏻♀️xx
Nikki Norman
Anne is one of the loveliest run leads ever. She’s always so supportive of everyone on her runs. She does so much for the club behind the scenes too. 💚💚
Kay Sawbridge
Anne Bonson – an absolute legend. Love your runs x
Lee Stevens
I always enjoy Anne’s runs. She’s always supportive and encouraging. 💚💚💚
Judith Cumino
Anne is so lovely and supportive on step up runs. She is also really appreciated for her admin work behind the scenes💚
Rachel Mckenzie-Martin
I’ve not run with Andrew but Anne is bloody amazing 🙌💚 encouraging, supportive! I love Anne’s runs x 🏃♀️
Sally Falconer
Anne is one in a million , so supportive , a real gorgeous lovely lovely lady 😘
Abi Gooch
Andrew creates such enthusiasm from the kids when he announces the session for the day 😜
Chris Lindesay
Despite looking like an u18 in the photo Andrew Wasdell is in fact nearly 70. Great when an athlete gives back after a lifetime in the sport. 😉he certainly looks younger in green.
Luke Chambers
