1248 (Prudhoe) Squadron

Who on Earth would choose to do a cross country race in the middle of November?  This was exactly what Purdy, Whitehead, Allsop and Dyne were thinking as they prepared to run on Sunday the 22^nd.

These four cadets, along with Flight Sergeant Cornbill, Sergeant Levee and Mr. Walker braved the elements in order to try and win some points for 1248 squadron, and that they did.

Dyne’s race (under 17 men) started first, where he came a respectable 32^nd. Next were the 13 – 15 girls.  The competitors in this race were Whitehead and Allsop, who managed to get an amazing 3^rd (Allsop) and 4^th (Whitehead). Finally it was Purdy’s turn to run (13 – 15 boys). He came 49^th- not bad considering he had been waiting in the freezing cold for over two hours!

All four cadets managed to complete the course, so although they were glad to get back into the warmth, it was a good day.

By Cdt Whitehead