Motherwell Athletics Club, in its current form, was established over the winter of 1991–92 through the merger of two clubs with rich and proud legacies: Motherwell YMCA Harriers and Bellshill YMCA Harriers, both originally founded in the 1890s.

Since then, the club has continued to grow in strength, building on its deep roots in Lanarkshire’s athletics tradition. Over the decades, many outstanding athletes have been associated with the club. Among them, Jim Brown, a former World Junior Cross Country Champion; John Graham, who placed fourth in the Commonwealth Games marathons in both 1982 and 1986; and Yvonne Murray, a sponsor of the club in 1992, and one of Britain’s most decorated middle-distance runners, with European and World gold medals in the 3000m.

Perhaps most notably, Tom McKean, a double Olympian and world indoor 800m champion, has not only brought international acclaim to the club but has since returned as a coach, guiding and inspiring our junior athletes. His achievements include two European titles and two Commonwealth silver medals — all in the 800m.

With over 130 years of combined history behind us, MAC remains as passionate as ever about promoting athletics in the community. We're proud of our past — and fully committed to building a future where the benefits of sport continue to inspire generations to come.