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Updated on January 17, 2004
Looking for the Fastest...
Company, School, Government Organization, Fire Department,
Police Department, Club, Family at the Jersey Shore.
The
Jersey Shore Running Club, Special Olympics
and the Elks Southeast District Handicapped Children’s Committee’s
are looking for the fastest Company, School, Government Organization, Fire
Department, Police Department, Club, Family or just any group of runners
at the Jersey Shore.
The competition to determine who is the “fastest”
will take place at the Jersey Shore Relay scheduled for Saturday, April 17, 2004
. The Relay will start in Seaside
Heights and wind along the Jersey Shore towns
of Seaside Heights, Ortley Beach, Mantaloking, Lavalette, Brick Beach, Bay Head,
Pt Pleasant Beach, Brielle, Manasquan, Sea Girt, Spring Lake, Belmar,
Avon, Bradley Beach, Ocean Grove and will finish at the Stone Pony in Asbury
Park.
Teams are comprised of up to five individuals each of
which runs a leg of approximately 5 miles.
Teams can also be made up of fewer runners with runners running multiple
legs. Individual competiton is also available in the Iron Division. The first leg starts on the Boardwalk in Seaside Heights and finishes at
the Brick Beach Bathing Pavilion, the second leg then goes to Jenkinson’s on
the Boardwalk in Pt Pleasant , the third leg continues to the Sea Girt Army
Camp, the fourth leg winds up at the Taylor Pavilion in Belmar and the Final leg
goes straight down the boardwalk to the finish at the Stone Pony.
At each transition area there will be refreshments and a festive
atmosphere with music, bands and cheering from the spectators and team mates.
After
the Relay all the participants will be treated to a post race party to include a
free buffet, entertainment from live bands and an awards ceremony to recognize
all the winning teams. There will also be awards to the “best dressed” teams
and the teams showing the most spirit.
Many of last years teams have already registered and
a competitive but fun field is expected. Competing in previous years have been
teams comprised of the Chiefs of Police from five local towns, The Staten Island
Special Olympics, Jersey City Fire and Police Departments, Deal Fire Department,
corporate teams representing Merck, Telcordia, Lucent, Citicorp, Sun
Microsystems and many more.. Last
year there were over 1000 participants representing over 200 teams.
It is a fun filled event to build commarderie among
the runners who know they are contributing to a worthy cause.
Last year several teams comprised of Special Olympians also competed in
the Relay and placed fairly high in the overall results.
The big winner last year was the Special Olympics which was able to raise
over $38,000 from the event.
All types of teams and abilities are expected this
year. To obtain an application or
more information visit the Relay Web Site at http://www.jsrc.org/relay.htm
or pick up an application at Miles Ahead Sports in Manasquan the Running Store
in Shrewsbury, Sneaker Factory in Milburn, Princeton Running Company,
Haddonfield Running Company or Runner’s High in Metuchen. For further
information email jsrc@hotmail.com
Downie Wins
First in Deleware Trail Dawgs Marathon
Brian Downie of JSRC was the first Overall finisher in the Delaware
Trail Dawgs Marathon this past weekend. Brian completed the treacherous course
in a time of 3:34.
Brian reports: "The
course was challenging. It reminded me a lot of the back trails
through Hartshorn woods where JSRC Runs
through on Sunday Long Runs. It was mostly a single-track trail,
some fallen trees to hurdle, a highway to cross, small brooks to jump across,
and some ice to navigate. There were a few inclines/declines that you
needed assistance of the trees to keep on your feet. There were three
creek crossings. The first two had man-made stepping stones but the final
crossing you actually have to run upstream about 20 meters looking for a dry
rock to step on. The water level was low enough that the feet stayed
mostly dry. (In the summer races, I see pictures of runners in knee-deep
water, so we were extremely lucky). They did a nice job of marking the
course the day before in the 10 degree weather - only got slightly lost one time
before I realized I was off track."
Freezing Cold Hash
It Really Was Freezing!
Trying to Run Down part of the Course in the Freezing Hash
Run
A good size group of runners led by Ken Vercammen
participated in the Annual Freezing Cold Hash this past Saturday, Jan
10th. The temperature cooperated with readings in the single digits at
the start. The course was a challenge navigating hills and valleys
winding along the historic Raritan River with spectacular views of the
surrounding area that most people never get a chance to see. A spiriteds party
was held after the run with Bill Scholl providing some of his favorite
delicacies for all.
New Year's Running Resolutions
Send in Your Resolutions and We
will post them. Send to jsrc@hotmail.com
Here are some resolutions from some
notable runners:
"To get my knee better
so I can run, I miss my running." President George W. Bush
"To increase speed runs from
100-220 yards to 440's and beyond." - Richard Byquist
"To finally find the perfect
pair of shorts - ones that won't ride up, chafe or make my butt look big."
- Dave DeMonico
"To Run a Marathon a
Month" - Sutah Robins
"To Run a Mile a Month" -
Debbie McNish
Rock and Roll Half Marathon
Lawrence Lehmann completed the Rock
and Roll Marathon in Phoenix this past weekend in a time of 2:26:31. He
reports that the weather was beautiful and the race was well organized with
bands playing every mile. There was also a Full Marathon and the course went
through Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe, Arizona. Other Club Finishers included
Marathon
Bruce Locke 4:28
Disney Marathon
Pat Asay 3:38:43(PR)
JSRC Celebrates a New Year
JSRC at the NYC Midnight Run in
Central Park
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Saturday at Holmdel Returns
Come on out and Qualify to Win the Golden Donut
The glorious quest for the Golden
Donut is returning. Mark your calendars, and make a New Years resolution,
to join us on Saturdays beginning on January 10, 2004. We will meet in the
main pavilion at Holmdel Park to begin our run promptly at 10:00 a.m. The
Winter tradition will continue every Saturday through March.
For those of you unfamiliar with this JSRC Club Run (or you just have short
memories), our typical distance covered is five miles. This generally
consists of a one mile warm-up, one loop of the 5K cross country course,
concluding with a one mile cooldown. All portions of the run are optional,
and all paces are welcome and encouraged. Some people do more than five
miles, others run less. When the weather is inclement and/or the course is
snow-covered, we make some impromptu revisions. But we are always
there—well at least Lynn Brady and I are always there!
And what is the Golden Donut, you say? The award is a highly arbitrary and
completely light-hearted acknowledgment of those who best support our Winter
runs. Last year's winners are shown on the left. “Points” are earned by simply showing up. Extra credit (or
“Donut Points”) are earned if you bring us donuts (duh!), cookies, hot
chocolate (worth multiple Donut Points on cold days) or any other goodies.
At the end of the season we hold our extremely moving Golden Donut awards
ceremony. Yes, there are actual awards—hand-crafted by a local artist
(my nine-year-old daughter).
If you are looking to get your running year off to a good start, come out and
join us on Saturdays at Holmdel Park.
Coach Dave
Polar Bears Take the Plunge
The Tape with the results was lost
at the finish area - if anyone picked it up please contact Elliott Denman
immediately at Elliottden@aol.com.
In order to help compile the complete results if you remember your clock finish
time and place please send the information to Elliott. He has the top 37
finishers but can use other results.
Savath and Sarnocki top the Field
After the Race These Polar Bears
took the Plunge in the Atlantic Ocean
A large field of runners
participated in the 40th annual Polar Bear Race which is trhe second longest
running race in New Jersey next to the Atlantic City Marathon. The 200 plus
runners had a beautiful day for a run and for some the weather was ideal for a
post race dip in the Atlantic Ocean led by a hardy group from Coney Island who
used the post race swim as a "warm up" fro their annual New Year's
Plunge. As far as the race - the Men's overall winner was Eric Savath a graduate
of CBA and Georgetown in a time of 24:53 which was the 7th fastest time in the
race history. He was followed by Matt Kootman in 26:52 and Dixon Mercer in
27:19. For the women the overall winner was Tera Sarnocki in a time of
32:21. Congratulations to Shore AC and Elliot Denman who has been the Race
Director of this event for all 40 years. Among the Club Finishers were:
Jon Lowrie 37:41, Frank
Pelcher 41:50; Paul Weinstein 39:56; Steve Andrews
38:03; Mike Bair 30:39(1ag); Linda Piff 41:05 (1ag); Mike
Badger 32:10; Mike Schilling 36:55; Tom Natoli 46:03; Diane
Cheer 46:44; Jack Cheer 35:48
Join Us at "The Sunday
Run" - All Welcome!
For anyone looking for an alternative run on Sunday - its a
great chance to try the Club's Sunday Run which starts at 8 AM. Distances
are 6, 10 and 12 miles and when marathon training is in full swing longer
distances up to 22 miles. Since the course is on back roads it will be a
safe place to run after the storm and its protected from most of the wind by
lots of trees. As always we will have our water stops and special
refreshments to warm everyone up after the run. Get directions and more
information at the Club
Run Page.
The Sunday Run is one of the oldest continuous runs in the
State with its origins starting in Red Bank at the old Running Store location
and it has been the home to many notable runners including Dr George
Sheehan. We always get a great turn out with all different paces
represented so you will have someone to run with and the runs always seem to go
faster with friends to talk to. If you are new to the run just identify
yourself so we can make sure you have someone to run with and guide you on the
course. There are several variations if the course (check
out the maps) and lots of
opportunities to either cut the run short if you are not up to it on that
particular day or to extend the run to well beyond the standard 10 mile
course. There are rest rooms at our "Club House" at the start
and we frequently stop at the rest area in Huber Woods. Longer runs take you
through Hearthshorne Woods. There are plenty of hills and varied terrain
which makes for a very scenic and interesting run. As the seasons change
so does the scenery and running conditions. In the winter it is a great
place to run since most of the course is sheltered from the wind and the course
covers trails and back roads which are infrequently traveled by
cars.
And check out these articles concerning one of the roads
that we run on every Sunday along the course:
http://www.weirdnj.com/_roads/whipporwillrd.html
http://www.njhm.com/whipporwill.htm
Santa's Run
JSRC
members were out on Christmas morning for our long standing
traditional Santa's Run. Wearing Santa's Hats and bells on our shoes, we ran through the streets of Red Bank,
spreading cheer to all.
Santa, himself, was our special celebrity guest this year,
with one of his reindeer!
Women Rock USATF Championship
Ryan Landers, Karen Charles, Adele
McDonough at the Start of the USATF 10 Mile Championship
A Shore Athletic Team comprised of
JSRC Women led by Rian Landers, her sister Carolan Landers, JSRC
President, Adele McDonough and Karen Charles swept to the Open Women's USATF 10
Mile Championship in a very strong field at the South Mountain Reservation Park
in South Orange, NJ. Rian was the first overall women in a time of 1:02:23
, Adele McDonough set a Personal Best with a time of 1:07:50 and Karen Charles
was right behind in a time of 1:09:49 followed by Carolan Landers in
1:18:24. The overall Winner was Anthony DeBenedictis of Roselle Park in a
time of 53:03, he was followed by Clinton Bell of Orange in 53:11.
Congratulation to all the women - their training at the Club's Thursday Night
Runs are paying off..
USATF Masters 1500 M
Dave Zurheide 4:59:08(2ag)
Allaire Trail Run
Tom Mulvaney 28:35(2ag)
Mobile Marathon
Norm Miller 3:51:14
CJRRC Westfield Hangover 5K
Frank Pelcher 24:25
Ramona Run 4Miles
Frank Pelcher 32:40
Linda Puzzo 29:10(3ag)
Sue Patla 30:15(3ag)
Dave Zurheide 24:58(2ag)
Fund Raiser for Desmond O'Brien
The
O'Brien family is embarking on the fight of their lives. Their son Desmond will
be undergoing cancer treatment in Houston and this will be a terrible
burden to them physically, emotionally, and financially.
Estimated cost of the treatment will exceed $100,000 the first year
alone with insurance covering an unknown amount if any at all. Their
extended family has contributed money, but there is a dire need for more funds.
A
fund has been created to help the O'Brien family called the O'Brien Fund in
conjunction with Charity House Foundation.
Tax-deductible contributions can be made out to:
O'Brien
Fund / Charity House Foundation
C/O
Mary O’Brien
2648
River Road
Manasquan,
NJ 08736
Also
there will be a fundraiser on January 25 at the Manasquan Elks in Manasquan, NJ.
There will be a Ticket Auction, Entertainment and Games of Chance from 2 PM till
7 PM. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated by the O’Brien Clan. For
questions or information regarding the O'Brien Fund please contact Mary O'Brien
at (732) 528-7655.
Charity House Foundation Tax ID # 22-3452916
Polar Bear a Real Classic
Sunday, December 28th in Asbury Park
The 40th Running of the Asbury Park Polar Bear Races takes
place on Sunday, December 28th. This is one of the oldest (if not the
oldest) road race in all of New Jersey. So come on out and help keep this
event the classic that it truly is. It's also the final event on the
schedule for the Jersey Shore Grand Prix Series of Races and your final chance
to get points toward the overall series awards.
Past five-mile winners have included Olympians Bill Reilly and
Marty Liquori, and such collegiate stars as Joe Lynch, Vince Cartier, Milt
Matthews, Buck Logan, Joe Keenan, Bryan Spoonire and Scott Clayton.
Winners, too, in past Polar Bear editions have been such notables of the New
Jersey scene as Ray Cerankowski, Bob Bazley, Bill Scholl, Phil Hinck and Lou
Zimmerman.
Sunday, December 28, Asbury Park Polar Bear Races, Asbury Park, NJ -
40th year - oldest road race in New Jersey; Jersey Shore Grand Prix Event
A strictly optional "event" on Polar Bear day will
be a brief ocean swim. Led by Louie Scarcella, president of
the Coney Island Polar Bear club, several runners and walkers are expected
to take a short dip in the Atlantic following the run. Hot soup will be
served to all competitors
JSRC Wraps Up Adopt a Family
The Jersey Shore Running Club
wrapped up lots of presents for a local needy family at its annual Holiday Hash
to benefit its Adopt A Family Program. Prior to the wrapping many members
participated in the Holiday Hash through the local streets where they were
greeted by carolers and Santa along the route. Thanks to the generosity of
all the participants the Club was able to wrap lots of presents and make a
donation to the family as well as the House of Ruth.
Jacksonville Marathon
Sutah Robins 3:59:31
Philadelphia Marathon
Sutah Robins 4:04
Toys for Tots 5k Freehold
Ken Vercammen 18:40
Morris Mauler Trail race
Ken Vercammen 18:58 2nd
AG
Snowflake Allaire 4m
Ken Vercammen 2nd overall 25:00
Freehold Winter 5k
Ken Vercammen 18:28 3rd overall,
1st 40-49
Jingle Bell 5K
Steve Collins 24:13(1ag)
Frank Pelcher 25:20
Toys for Tots 5K
Frank Pelcher 25:40
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