MOK Run thank you
Sir, The continued outstanding success of MOK Run race weekend is a reflection of the ever-increasing dedication and commitment its hard working committee, community volunteers, local businesses, enthusiastic runners and crowd supporter’s display year after year. On behalf of myself and the MOK Run committee I would like to say a massive thank you to those who contributed their free time and energy to make this happen for the 13th consecutive year. Each year we are given tremendous support from many individuals and organisations listed here and this is very much appreciated. Sincere thanks to: Campbeltown Co-op, Wee Toon Sports , McFadyens, Mach Dunes, Tunnocks, AM Transport, Argyll Bakeries, Seafield Hotel, Campbeltown Pottery, Kintyre Agricultural Society, Jim Martin Supplies, Killegruer Caravan Site, Machrihanish Holiday Park, Glen Scotia, Spring Bank, Beinn An Tuirc, Live Argyll, Stewart Balfour and Sutherland, Campbeltown Running Club, Jogscotland and Wee Toon Warriors. By supporting this event, you have made a concrete contribution to the greater community. I would also like to extend my grateful thanks to: all the MOK Run committee members who work tirelessly behind the scenes; our race marshals – without whom this event would not happen; race sweepers; race day commentator Councillor John Armour; Gavin Reid; Johnny Durnan; David McMillan; Willie Ralston; Barrs Clochkeil; Councillor Donald Kelly; Argyll and Bute Council amenities team; Campbeltown Police Office; Southend Scouts; Campbeltown’s: Young Fire Fighters; Coastguard; Sea Cadets; Police Scotland Youth Volunteers; massage therapists; Brass Band; Kintyre Schools Pipe Band; West Coast EMT; Jamie G; South Kintyre Sports Council – for making our legendary post race ceilidh such a success; Dalintober primary pupils for their motivational posters; to our photographers: John McFadyen; Campbeltown Courier’s Mark Davey; Kenny Craig and Greg and Norma Grogan for capturing the spirit of the weekend; Fiona and Donna Robertson and all the Junior MOK Run volunteers and to many of our other volunteers who took the time to help on race day. Apologies if I have missed anyone. A special thank you once again goes to the residents of Limecraigs, for taking the time to decorate the street, provide well received ‘showers’ along with the local fire brigade ‘shower’ who came out in full force to cheer the runners on in the final leg of the 10K route. As one runner summed it up on our facebook page: ‘Fantastic day ! ‘Thanking all the organisers, marshals, water-givers, water-hosers, sweety-givers, pipers, drummers, sandwich and pastry makers, and everyone else involved. Great community spirit.’ Gail Williams, Race Director.