‘Bucket List Moment’ For Harborough Runner

A Market Harborough runner says it was a ‘bucket list’ moment to be crowned ‘Athlete Of The Year’ by Paula Radcliffe.

Amanda Pearce was presented with the award trophy by the former marathon world champion at Harborough Athletic Club’s annual awards and 40th anniversary celebration evening.

Amanda receives her award from Paula Radcliffe

Amanda was selected for the main award after competing in several events this year, including the London Marathon.

She said it was amazing to receive the award from Paula, who was the guest of honour at the event held at Market Harborough Rugby Club on Friday.

Other award winners with Paula and representatives from Harborough Athletics Club

Over 20 other awards were presented to athletes in different categories and to officials who have long provided distinguished services to the running of the club established in 1984.

The other award winners included Jack Stringfellow (Junior Male Athlete of the Year), Imogen Noone-Broughton (Junior Female), Alfie Boulton (Senior Male), Ashley Wright (Masters Male) and Claire Laurent (Masters Female).