I got to know Daz quite well over the years and we always spoke at races. He encouraged me to do a BG last year and always gave you the confidence to believe you could do anything. I remember him at the FRA Relays last year, he was at the bottom of that last climb and he ran all the way up with me which made me run too, I thanked him later for his encouragement. Not only was he a top runner himself but he was so thoughtful and generous with his time and wise words. Deepest sympathies to all who loved him and he will be sadly missed.