TRAC – Runner of the Month – February
Runner of the month February – Matt McCarthy
Matt is a very popular choice from the run leaders for February runner of the month. Matt is a lovely guy with a lot of friends in the club. Matt goes out of his way to make conversations with new members and to support others with advice when needed. His own running is VERY strong with some outstanding finishing times already this year in the cross country and the Canterbury 10 mile. Matt is a regular supporter of our Couch to 5k programme which is much appreciated. Matt is kind and supportive to other runners and we are delighted he is such an active member of the club, fitting running in amongst his other interests and hobbies.
1. I increased my running during covid and was a regular at Parkrun once they restarted. I signed up for some races the following year and was getting to know more people who were members of TRAC. I was attracted to join the club for the social aspect, to improve my running and participate in the track sessions.
2. There’s been lots of great moments since joining TRAC but from a personal point of view Paddock Wood half marathon last year was great. Lots of Traccies travelled across Kent for a club champs race, which was really well attended, flat and I managed to get a really pleasing PB, as did many others!
3. If you’re considering joining, I’d say just do it! There’s a great running community in Thanet but TRAC has lots to offer and it really is a club for all! Everyone is so friendly and supportive. The price to join is great value, there’s various sessions throughout the week for runners of all abilities and some great social events throughout the year.
4. The club means a lot to me and has become an important part of my life. I’ve been at all of this season’s league of cross country races that the club participates in, which are also great social events and I hope to get to most of the club championship races this year, whilst looking forward to lots of chatty club runs and the summer barbecues. Thanks to all the run leaders and everyone who makes TRAC the amazing club that it is.
