Alumna: Sue Bourke Canberra Running Coach, November 14, 2019February 7, 2024 Sue Bourke trained with FAST until the 2019-20 season. As a Masters Athlete, Sue really came into her own. Among Sue’s many accomplishments are her two Australian Records (W55) in the 4x100m and 4x400m at the Perth World Athletics Championships (2016), where the Australians won Gold in both events and Sue earned a bronze medal in the individual 400m final. Highlighting Sue’s longevity in the sport, she competed in the Optus Grand Prix in 1997 winning her 100m. Competing on the National Stage, Sue made 26 individual Australian Championship Finals, winning 4 Gold, 11 Silver and 5 Bronze medals. Away from the Track, Sue designed the FAST logo that depicts an athlete running and hurdling at the famous AIS. Sue mentored a generation of up and coming female 400m athletes in FAST, inspiring them to be better and follow in her footsteps, competing on the National and International stage. 2017 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W55 60m (4th) 9.28s, 100m (4th) 14.87s, 200m (4th) 31.18s, 400m (3rd) 1:12.08, 4x100m (2nd) 2016 World Masters Athletics Championships: W55 200m (9th) 30.07s, 400m (3rd) 1:07.80, 4x100m Relay (1st) – new National Record, 4x400m Relay (1st) – new National Record 2016 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W55 100m (3rd) 14.75s, 200m (3rd) 30.00s, 2015 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W55 4x100m (2nd), 60m (1st) 9.08s, 100m (1st) 14.83s, 400m (1st) 1:08.17 2014 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W50 60m (4th) 8.84s, 100m (5th) 14.36s, 400m (7th) 1:12.13 2013 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W50 60m (3rd) 9.19s, 100m (4th) 14.52s, 200m (5th) 29.88s, 400m (4th) 1:07.37 2011 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W50 60m (2nd) 8.78s, 100m (2nd) 13.42s, 200m (2nd) 28.61s, 400m (2nd) 1:04.42 2010 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W50 60m (2nd) 8.52s, 100m (2nd) 13.99s, 200m (2nd) 28.45s, 400m (2nd) 1:05.19 2006 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W45 200m (5th) 29.30s, 400m (2nd) 1:06.63, 4x100m (3rd), 4x400m (1st) 1997 Australian Masters Athletics Championships: W35 100m (3rd) 13.58s Alumni Finalist International Masters Medalist Performance FAST Females
FAST Track 2019 Australian All Schools Track & Field Championships December 8, 2019November 1, 2023 The Australian All Schools Track & Field Championships were held in Perth on 6 – 8 December 2019. FAST was represented by Harry Anderson (a first timer) and Nate Halpin. Harry recorded two top twenty performances. Nate won three gold (Long Jump, Shot Put, Discus) and two bronze medals (100m… Read More
Masters Sue stuns to win the Presidents Gift January 29, 2024February 7, 2024 The ACTMA 30th Presidents Gift 100m handicap race has been taken out by FAST Running’s very own Sue Bourke. Sue who has competed in 19 women’s finals, the most of any member in ACTMA, surges mid race to win her 12th Gift Final, again a record for ACT Masters Athlete…. Read More
FAST Track Stellar Performance at All Schools 2024 December 10, 2024December 31, 2024 The FAST Running squad made a mark at the 2024 All Schools Championships, showcasing their talent, determination, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Here’s a recap of our athletes’ incredible achievements: 100m 200m 400m Relays Field Event Celebrating Milestones This year’s competition was full of personal bests, team camaraderie, and exceptional… Read More