Updated on February 01, 2009
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Tragic News
Asbury Park Press Article
The husband of Isabel Keily (Jersey Shore Half Marathon Race Director and active member of the shore running and race walking community) Billy Melgrum died in a tragic accident on a commercial fishing boat. Our condolences go out to Isabel and her family.
Viewing: Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM: Colonial Funeral Home, 2170 Highway 88, Brick
Funeral: Monday at 10:00 AM: Pt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church, 701 Forman Ave
Superbowl XLIII
Sunday,
Feb 1- Deal Fire House
On Sunday February 1st - Chill out at the Club's Annual Super Bowl Party to be held at the Deal Fire House. The Party starts at 4 PM. Refreshments provided for only a $5 donation to the Deal Fire Department. Pot luck buffet so bring a dish. We need to have a rough count please RSVP to Phil at phinck@comcast.net by Thursday, Jan 29th if you plan to attend and include the number of guests and if you will be bringing a snack or dish and if so what you will bring.
Kids Run the Nation
The
RRCA has a "Kids Run the Nation" program for elementary schools and we
will be starting a program at a school in Asbury Park in early March. We
are looking for volunteers to help out tentatively every Wednesday from about
about 3 to 4:30 PM. If interested please respond back to jsrc@hotmail.com.
You don't need to be there every Tuesday or be an expert runner!
Thursday Run Update
Beginner Runners Welcome - Come On Out This Thursday!
The Thursday Group Got Treated to Hot Chocolate - JSRC Runs on Dunkin!
Remember when the temps fall below freezing the Club buys hot chocolate for all that run. Looks like it will be a good bet this Thursday - so stop by at 6 PM at the Dunkin Donuts at 16th and Ocean Avenue for your free hot chocolate with whipped cream on top after the run - if it is below freezing..
Tuesday Run
Now at Windmill across From Seven Presidents - Long Branch
We meet at the Windmill across from Seven President's Park in Long Branch at 6:00 p.m. We do a 4-6 mile run along the boardwalk and around Lake Takanasseee passing the Dr. George Sheehan Memorial. The group runs are fun and a great way to meet other runners and exchange training tips or just have company on a run
Belmar St Patrick's Day Parade
The Club will again be marching in the Belmar St Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday, March 1st. Watch the web site for details on where to meet etc.
Mobile Marathon
Diana Burton 5:26:46(2ag)
Miami Marathon
Diana Burton 5:33:10
Ringling Bridge 4 Miler - Sarasota, Fl
Frank Pelcher 35:44
JSRC Election
Official Ballot for Officers Now Available
The Ballot can either be mailed in or brought to the Annual Club Party on February 7, 2009 - see below. Mailed ballots must be received by Thursday, February 5, 2009 or they will not be counted.
Each Candidate For President Was Asked to provide a statement not to exceed 500 words. The following replied.
Rob Jaeger
Dear fellow JSRC club members,
Although it came by surprise, I am flattered to be nominated for the honor of club president.
I'm just a recreational runner who has benefited greatly by my membership in the JSRC over the past 4 years. Upon returning to Monmouth County after a long absence I found myself in dire need of a social life. I am extremely grateful to this club and to the comradery I've found among its diverse members. Running with the club has improved my level of fitness, improved my general state of mind, and has opened my social life far beyond any expectations.
How can we improve the greatest social/athletic club in the world? There are a few minor things that come to mind. I'd like to see race mementos other than shirts - How about socks? hats or gloves for winter events? The web site and the membership renewal system can be modernized.
One major thing that I think should be under consideration is the idea of a club house. I know it's an extremely ambitious task but we have a very respected member who wants to spearhead this project. I think it would be great to have a home base of our own with a meeting area, showers, lockers, and perhaps a few treadmills.
Although I can not promise a club house, I can promise to give my 100% as president of the club to continue the great races, social events and charitable efforts of our wonderful running club.----
Rob Jaeger
Jim Buckler
I am proud to say that I have been a member of the Jersey Shore Running Club for over ten years. Over those ten plus years I have steadily increased my involvement with the club through participating in several races during each year, to becoming a volunteer, to becoming a board member, and now obtaining the privilege of running for the position of President. It was this transition from new member to active member that allowed me to benefit the most from my involvement with the Jersey Shore Running Club.
I am not now nor was I ever an accomplished runner. So as I look back over the years that I have been running as a member of
JSRC, my list of accomplishments do not include finishing times or placing in my age group. Instead they include learning the value of running for my personal best, volunteering, involvement in the club, and making some friends for life. I do not think I am unique in this way, as I have met many club members who sacrifice a great deal of their time volunteering and enjoying the friendships that have been established over the years.
If elected President of the Jersey Shore Running Club, I plan on working with the newly elected board on establishing a list of agreed upon goals for 2009 and beyond. By gaining a consensus on what we want to accomplish, all board members will have a role in not only setting our goals but in accomplishing them as well. Personally, I would like to create an environment that allows more members to become “active” members. Additionally, I would like to work with the New Member Coordinator on new and creative ways of increasing our membership.
The Jersey Shore Running Club has two key events during the year. We have the Holiday Party and a “Day at the Races” picnic at Monmouth Race Track. I would advocate establishing a premier signature running event for the Jersey Shore Running Club. I would envision this event as a first class event from start to finish. This would include providing high end JSRC apparel for the participants as well as a fabulous post race party. I would hope that this event would encourage all members to participate as well as draw on new members to join.
My wife, Lorraine, who is not a runner, has become an active member of the club. My daughters Jacquelyn and Courtney and son-in-law Michael are members and have run and/or volunteered in many club events and have encouraged other friends and family members to join in the fun. Speaking as a husband, father and father-in –law, I would encourage all members to get your extended families involved. Spending quality time with your family at a race or other JSRC events will create memories that will last a lifetime. It has for me.
So I leave you with this: “The race goes not always to the swift, but to those who keep on running”
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Jim Buckler
Eric A. MacKellar
If elected I will continue the tradition of promoting running with a charitable bent. What I mean is we serve a diverse population of runners – serious marathoners and triathletes to casual joggers and all of us want the best for our community. Each year the JSRC helps raise hundreds of thousands of dollars which go back to into various community causes in Monmouth and Ocean counties. We have a great group of runners and we will continue to support them with our group runs, training tips, newsletter, website and races. I will also continue the promotion of FUN.
I see the club continuing to support running at all levels. We have beginners and experienced runners and we each can learn from one another. I also envision the club extending our outreach to the community by helping various groups raise money, encourage volunteerism and help raise awareness of health and fitness issues. The bottom line is we need to get out there and run – I don’t care if it is on the boards, the beach, the roads, the track or the trails. I don’t care if you are fast or slow get out there and run – but never forget your community and to have fun.
I appreciate your support in the upcoming election! ---- Eric MacKellar
Phoenix Half Marathon
Melissa Beveridge 2::08:14 (1st Half)
April 18 is the date of the Jersey Shore Relay, the brand New Asbury Park Half Marathon and the Jersey Shore Fitness Walk along with a giant runners party, concert and expo at Convention Hall in Asbury Park. Get all the details at the Runapalooza Web Site.
Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program
Sign Up Now - Get Your Training Plan
For anyone interested in the Half Marathon Training Program geared to the Asbury Park Half Marathon on April 18, 2009 - just complete the information on the Half Marathon Training Program Form and return it to jsrc@hotmail.com. We will send you a customized program geared to the Asbury Park Half Marathon on Saturday, April 18, 2009. Program is appropriate for all levels of ability - first timers to advanced. Our team of Coaches with extensive experience and expertise will customize a program just for you. We'll have appropriate group runs on Sunday and Thursday's to keep you motivated up to race day..
Half Marathon Training Runs will be on Sunday in Middletown starting at 8 AM and on Thursday in Belmar starting at Dunkin Donuts on Ocean Avenue and 16th Avenue at 6 PM. All are welcome. Click Here for directions to the locations.
Make your New Year's Resolution now and we'll help you keep it.
Asbury Park Half Course Set to Be USATF Certified
The Asbury Park Half Marathon Course is scheduled to be USATF Certified which means that it will be able to be used as a qualifier for the NYC Marathon. We will post updates soon.
Naples Half Marathon
Caroly Hammel 2:07
Walt Disney Marathon
LUCIANO DE OLIVEIRA 2:46 - FARNESE DASILVA 3:01 - CHESTER DE OLIVEIRA 3:15
Mobile Alabama Marathon
Diana Burton 5:34:46
Run From Lions - North port, Fl
Frank Pelcher 26:10(3ag)
Spring Lake 5 T-Shirt Design Contest
The Spring Lake 5 T-Shirt Design Contest is now open. Get details at the Spring lake 5 Web Site. They are also accepting photos for the 2009 - 20010 calendar.
Annual Club Party Now Open
Information - Register Now to reserve Your Spot.
Saturday, Feb 7th is the date of the Club's Annual Party, Awards Ceremony and Installation of Officers for 2009. Reserve your spot for the Annual JSRC Party - the social event of the year - space is limited to 250 and last year we sold out. So don't be left out.
Saturday at Holmdel Park
Starts Jan 10 at 10 AM
The Club's Saturday Group Run kicks off this coming Saturday, January 10 at beautiful Holmdel Park. We meet at the visitors center prior to 10:00 am so that the groups can get started at 10:00 am. There is usually a large fire in the fireplace to warm up before and after the run. It's a great course through the woods with nice well maintained trails and of course the infamous "bowl". All paces are welcomed. Most runners will either do the 5K course or a 5 mile course. Come on out and conquer the "bowl" while enjoying one of the best running trails in Monmouth County.
Freezing Cold Hash
Getting Ready to Hash
The most successful Freezing Cold Hash Run was held on Saturday, January 3,
2009. A record breaking number of runners participated. On behalf of the Rumson
Hash, I would like to thank the many people who made this event such a success,
esp. Jersey Shore Running Club for their support.
I would also like to extend my gratitude to all the participants and volunteers
who made a can food donation to the Saint James Food Bank.Visit the following
sites to view some great highlights of the day.
Click here: Laura Schneider's Photos - 2008 01_03 Freezing Cold Hash | Facebook
Click here: YouTube - Freezing Cold Hash video
Mark your calendar for the next FREEZING COLD HASH RUN on Saturday, January
9, 2010 starting at: Ken Vercammen Law Office
2053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ [Same road as Middlesex County College and
Raritan Center, also known as Rt 514] Open bar begins at 7:30am
New Year's Eve Run
Photos - Results
Getting Ready for the Start of the Annual New Year's Eve twilight Run
A large crowd of about 300 runners braved the cold sub freezing temperatures and windy conditions at the Annual New Year's Eve twilight Run in Lake Como. The runners started at the side of bar Anticipation and ran around the Lake Como with a finish at Bar A.
JSRC President Tim Mahoney shown finishing on the left was dressed in appropriate attire for the occasion as was the finisher on the right who carried what must have been her favorite refreshment along the course.
The Run was dedicated to the memory of JSRC Member Beth Patterson who was a regular participant and volunteer at the event and who passed away this past year.
The runners warmed up quickly inside Bar A with a great buffet and Happy Hour as they celebrated New Year's in Ireland. Many prizes and give aways were distributed to the participants.
