Tuesday 20th October, '09
Tale of Two Vests
So after taking what I thought was the bronze medal at the Welsh Championships I was told I was DQ because I had not worn my club vest...I sort of expected this having run at Atlantic College earlier in the year with a RunnersLife vest on instead of a club vest. O well, for me it was more important to wear the Saucony vest especially as it was on S4C last night and will be on Channel 4 in a couple of weeks, so at this point I was not really bothered.
That was until I was told Simon Lawson would be able to collect his gold medal even though he didnt have his club vest on! Now before all the people start telling me how great Simon is and how rubbish I am I would like to point out I am a fan of Simon and might even be linking up in the near future, this is more a confused outlook shall we say on one rule for one and then a different one for someone else...is it because I have had run in's before, is it because I am with an English club?? who knows but the rule is a joke! I asked the top guy at welsh athletics who then told me as the T-Shirt he wore was blue (same colour as Cardiff main colour) it was not a problem, I said well if I run in a Roma football top thats the same colour as Belgrave is that ok? "of course not" so then its not about colour then is it! I also said well if he can wear anything blue he could wear a Chelsea shirt "of course not" so it's not the colour then surely...."Why can't you just wear the club vest"...to which I responded "Why can't Simon". I was like a one armed swimmer (circles incase you dont get my drift) so I just went home with my National Silver from yesterday instead!
I really don't make this stuff up as hard as it is to believe!
Quick word on Michael Johnson 'the machine' who ran a cracking race for second and was catching Simon towards the end and a great pb even though he took a couple of wrong turns on the way. Also thanks to Rob Samuel who offered me his bronze Welsh medal, which I refused but appreciated the offer. Wales seems to be getting some depth again with us four along with Jon wills, Matt Janes, Chris Davies etc,.
Simx
Comments On "Tuesday 20th October, '09"
WA
Simon, the problem you have with WA is when they say 'Jump', you say 'Why' rather than 'How high'? and they don't like it.
WA insider Posted on October 27th, 2009I don't see how the t-shirt worn by the winner could be classed as a club vest, it will be interesting to see how many runners adopt coloured t-shirts rather than club vests at the next gwent league!
Well done on getting back to near your form in the half marathon, plenty more to come I'm sure.
I'm assuming that "Guest" is Michael Johnson, exemplary sportsmanship and well done on turning up at a slippery and wet Parkrun the following Saturday and still giving it a good go.
Dominic Shields Posted on October 27th, 2009The people that hide their names are just big shit houses sim, some people just dont have any balls, its easy to chops behind the computer.
David Rees Posted on October 27th, 2009Turkeeeeeeeyysssssss!!!!!!!!1
'simple simon'...you must hate your mum for naming you that!
simx Posted on October 26th, 2009Are you jealous because I was on telly and you wernt...come on its ok to say it.
Chip??? Vest??? who bloody cares!!!! Bottom line!!! Excellent time, good run sim.
David Rees Posted on October 25th, 2009A Tale of two vests
Unfortunately we only have a half a story, which is usual for Simon. Simon Jones didn't even have a timing chip in his shoe, thereby disqualifying him not only from the Welsh Championship but also the race itself.Bachgen twp!
Simple Simon Posted on October 24th, 2009Tale of two vests
A note on the vest saga:
Guest Posted on October 23rd, 2009The Cardiff AAC constitution states that "The colours of the Club shall be a blue vest (with or without red and white side stripes)"
http://www.cardiffaac.org/files/Web%20page%20-%20About%20the%20Club%20-%20Constitution.pdf
The word "vest" strictly refers to an undergarment worn against the skin, and does not have to be sleeveless. As such, Simon Lawson complied with the UK Athletics rules on clothing for championship competitions (albeit more by luck than by intention).
Rules aside, the decision of whether Simon should have been awarded the championship should be made by the person who crossed the line second...namely me. I volunteered to Welsh athletics officials that I was aware of the possible rule infringement but wanted the best athlete on the day to be awarded the title.
couple good runs sorry about medal shit it seams we get nothing for our subscription to welsh athletics other than some overpaid and opinionated stuffed shirts fair play to rob samuals for his gesture say hi to your father from me
paul richards Posted on October 22nd, 2009Hello Mr Jones.
dISGRUNTLED READER Posted on October 21st, 2009I am a disgruntled reader of your website because it is updated with such irregularity. Some training logs are a couple of months out of date, blogs are added sporadically and without any insightful comment, and to be honest with you the updating of information is extremely poor.
I have been an avid reader and advocate of this website for some time - i used to enjoy the videos, pictures and insightful blogs which accompanied the site, but i feel that i must be true to myself and let you know that i believe it has gone somewhat down hill.
I reckon you (and the other runnerslifer's) should either commit to it and get more regular updates on the site, or shut it down. I mean where is the race video from your race last weekend.
Never thought i would hear myself saying this but at present the website is a disgrace. SORT IT OUT.
Still love you though, keep up the good work.
Top Work
Hello mate, not had a chance to do so personally yet but congraulations on 2 fine runs. Glad you have one of the medals to show for it! Hope to catch up soon.
Jim Everard Posted on October 21st, 2009