A huge crowd of runners were treated to a bright sunny day for the Annual Jersey Shore Half Marathon held this past Sunday at Sandy Hook.  The overall winner on the left was Jesus Ressendz of Perth Amboy in a time of 1:14:43 and for the women it was Dorian Meyer of Rumson in a time of  1:24:44.

Congratulations to Shore AC and all the other local running clubs (Freehold Area Running Club and Jersey Shore Running Club) which helped make for a very enjoyable event. .  

Among the many Club Finishers were:

Marti Rettino  1:50:06(5th AG); Scott Donnigan 1:53:25; Frank Pelcher 1:56:30(PR); Bill White  1:59:41;  Barbara Feinstein 1:50:19;  Jonathan Feinstein  1:55:11;  Joe Santaro   1:48:45;  Mike Baker  1:46;  Steve Foley 1:36:39; Frank Pelcher 1:56:30 (PR); Ed Alburtus 1:27:49 (PR); Marilyn rider 2:07:30; Paula Crane 2:12:10; Dan Kane 2:16:30; Jim McGoldrick  1:34:48

5K

Sandi Robertson 25:00 (5K); Jim Neary 29:24 (5K

Jersey Shore Relay Update

We Need Your Help to Continue This Event

The Ninth Annual Jersey Shore Relay to benefit Special Olympics is scheduled for April 16, 2005. An application will be posted soon so save the date..  Last year's event drew over 1200 participants and over 200 teams but more importantly raised over $35,000 for Special Olympics.  This year's event will most likely be even bigger and better.  The committee planning the event will be holding its kick off meeting very soon.  Yes, it does take this long to plan and we need your help to keep the event going.   If anyone would like to participate on the committee please let us know.  We can use help in many different areas and the more volunteers we have the easier it is for everyone. No experience required.  If interested or to be placed on the distribution for the meeting notification just drop us an email at jsrc@hotmail.com. Thanks

Big Trotter 10K

Patrick Asay  was the first overll finisher in this event in a time of 44:06.  It was Patrick's first overall victory. He ran the race with his dog holly - must have pushed him through.  Congratulations.

Cross Country Series

Week 1 Results

A record turn out for the first in the Shore XC series. Team Captain Charlotte Barry fielded an awesome JSRC XC team. Congratulations to all of our Harriers and now it’s on to Tatum Park for Part II in the six race series next Saturday October 9th at 9am. Many thanks to the Bazley family for their continued great direction of these unique and wonderful races. Pictured: Friends and Rivals: Shore AC’s Jane Erbe, Theresa Marciani, JSRC’s Karen Charles and Susan Ardito, and Green’s Pond’s Jill Evarts. Pictured: Large field of Harrier Talent. Pictured: Hey, how many baloons did you say fit in there???? Let Charlotte know that you are interested at  CharWBarry@aol.com.  The complete schedule is on the Race Calendar.  

Relay by the Sea

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The Start of this Year's Relay by the Sea

It was sunny warm morning for this year's Relay by the Sea held in Sea Girt, NJ.  A field of nearly 200 runners participated in the second year event which contributes to sending Handicapped Children to Summer Camp - Elks Camp Moore.  The first overall team was an Open Men's Team Comprised of JSRC Members- Dave DeMonico, Greg Duffy and Jeremy Pilkington (Dave and Greg are handing of their baton on the right).  They finished the 15K course through the Sea Girt Army Camp in a time of 54:13.  The First Female Team were actually a set of Twins Danielle and Courtney Stanton (handing off on the left), from Montville, NJ  who were awarded the Twin Category Award and  finished in 1:04:14.  The women's open category winner was then a team comprised of Karen Charles and Sutah Robins who finished on 1:10:29.  The first Men's Master's Team was the Bayonne Fire Department who finished on 1:00:41.  The Mixed Master's winning team (Two Girls and a Guy)  was comprised of  Sue Ardito, Charlotte Barry and John Moetz. Individual winners in the 15K were Joe Lejer of Mt Olive in a time of 58:10 and Ellen Moore of Summit in a time of 1:13:45. in the accompanying 5K it was Jack Miskin of Manasquan in 17:41 and Janice Krilla of Tinton Falls in 28:20.  Thanks to all the volunteers from the Elks Handicapped Children's Committee and the Jersey Shore Running Club. Ampong the many Club Finishers were:

Sandi Robertson  1:21:12, Lisa Striker  1:25:32,  DonaldSutton  1:25:38,  Tracy Donnelly  1:23,  Dennis Hart  1:25:35,  Kozakas and Stecker  1:28:30,  Dan Kane 1:28:48

Court Classic

Results -- Photos

The Start of the First Annual Court Classic

The first annual Court Classic held on the Campus of Georgian Court College was a real winner through the winding scenic on campus course. The overall winner was David Ytreboe of Bayville ion a time of 18:45 and for the women it was Dorit Attias of Lakewood  in a time of 21:41. Congratulations to the staff and many alumni who made for a successful first year event.

Club Finishers included: 

Dave Zurheide  19:07(2nd); Alison Soto 23:01(3rd),  Robin Solbach  24:13(1ag)

Carnegie Center 5K

Matt Schaefer  22:09

JSRC Picnic

Picnic Pictures

It was a totally different type of track "workout" for JSRC as the membership gathered at the first annual picnic at Monmouth Park Racetrack. The windfeather flew proudly at the picnic grounds right next to the track itself. The weather cooperated and Mother Nature gave us one of the nicest days of the year. Chef Extradinaire Bob Gilesky created special dishes including his secret chicken recipe and hot dogs and hamburgers. Many members brought their own special creations.

An assortment of beers, wine and soft drinks rounded out the menu.

Many JSRC'ers turned out to be pretty good handicappers and many a winning ticket was cashed in. Betting or not, it is thrilling to watch the thoroughbreds charge into the home stretch and actually feel them pounding the ground as they pasted by.

All had a wonderful time and congratulations and many thanks to Jerry, Marti and the committee and volunteers who put on an instant classic. We all look forward to next year's Picnic at Track

Liberty Waterfront Half Marathon

Sutah Robins  1:54

Deleware Water Gap 5K

Ken Vercammen  19:05(3rd)

Lanies Angels Run

Ken Vercammen  25:23(1st OA)

Carpenter's Classic

PJ Roedell  29:35

Manasquan Reservoir 5M

Frank Pelcher  41:54(3ag); Pat Asay 33:13(1ag), Liz Wenslauskas  35:25(PR, 2nd F)

Ocean Grove 5K

John McGillavary  22:10 (3ag), Elaine Hartung  29:05(3ag)

Bayshore Classic

Results

Despite torrential downpours the Bayshore Classic went off as scheduled. The Tinton Falls Race had to be cancelled due to the weather. Club Finishers included"

Marti Rettino  23:58(3rd F)

Point Pleasant

Scott Donnigan  38:25

Philadelphia Distance Run

Randi Cohen  2:10; Ira Wiss 2:12; Barbara Keenan 2:16; Mary Moriarty 2:13; Annette Dilan 2:13;  Jim Persikitti 1:48; Bob Horn 1:17;  Jen Roycroft  1:56

Skylands Triathalon  

Jon Feinstein 1:47:45

Danskin Triathlon

Jessica Alinsub  2:11

Kent on Way Back

A group of JSRC Members during a Sunday Run recently dropped in on Kent Sabin who is recovering from a stroke. Kent as can be seen is wearing his running shoes.  We all wish him a quick and speedy full recovery.

9-11 Remembrance Run

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Runners Gather on the Beach in Spring Lake

There was no registration, no t-shirts, no medals, no awards but it was a very special run which all the participants will dearly remember.  Tim Mahoney (shown on the left) led the group of runners starting in Belmar. During the course of the run the names of all those lost from the Shore Area were read.  Along the way a stop was made at the Spring Lake 9-11 Memorial where a dedication ceremony was being held for the new flag pole.  The participants layed down flags and flowers at the memorial.  They then proceeded to the end of Spring Lake to the beach bordering Sea Girt where they gathered around a mock up of the World Trade Center Towers.  The final list of names were read.  Tim instructed the participants to resume their lives and return to the start.  It was a very special run.

Brielle Day 10K

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Observing a moment of silence at the Start of the Brielle 10K

For however long the Brielle Day has been held it has never rained and this year was no exception.  It was a great day for a race through the hilly, tree lined streets of Brielle.  The Race was preceded by a moment of silence throughout the entire town at 9:11 AM to remember all who were lost on September 11th, 2001.  The race was won by Bob Horn (shown on the left finishing)  of Brick in a time of 35:11 and for the women it was Meghan Phillips of Brielle in a time of 38:22.  Congratulations to Race Director, Jack Cheer and the entire group of volunteers who made for a very successful and memorable race.

Club Finishers included:  Scott Donnigan 50:27

Next up at the Jersey Shore is the Bayshore Clasisc next Saturday followed by the Relay by the Sea on Saturday, September 25th.

Colts Neck 10K

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Runners take Off at the Start of the Colts Neck 10K

The overall winner of the 26th Annual Colts Neck 10K held this past Sunday, September 12th was Rich Cullen of East Straudsburg, Pa in a time of 32:44 and for the women is was JSRC's  Dalia Vidaziinha (on the left) in a time of 45:13.  The runners were treated to ideal running conditions on the scenic course through back roads, rolling hills and the horse farms of Colts Neck. The start and finish were at the Colts Neck Town hall.  A post race awards ceremony was held as well as the traditional post race refreshments. .Congratulations to Race Director Harry Nolan finished sixth overall.

Graham Wisdom 46:26; Dave Zurheide  39:16(3ag)PR; Frank Pelcher 51:49

Rock and Roll Half Marathon

Virginia Beach

Shelly Wright  2:15,  Frank Pelcher  1:58.  Jacqui Kapinowski  2:16

Henry Hudson 8 Miler

Sutah Robins  1:03:45

Pier Village 5K

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Hoffman and Kenah Lead the Pack in Long Branch

The first annual Pier Village 5K was a huge success with a great turnout of runners on an ideal day for running.  The course was particularly pleasing to the participants as they ran along the Jersey Shore on an out and back course which allowed spectators to cheer them on at several locations.  The overall winner was Bill Hoffman on the right finishing in a time of 16:36 and for the women it was Cheryl Kenah on the left breaking the tape in a time of 18:18.  

The race marked the completion of the Jersey Shore Golden Grand Prix of Races.  Awards were presented to the top five winners and special awards were presented to those who participated in all five events.

Congratulations to the race staff led by Phiil Hinck and the usual cast of volunteers.

A post race party was held at the Celtic Cottage where the fun continued. Among the many Club finishers were:

Mark Sheklan  21:56, Jonathan Feinstein  23:23;  Bradley Feinstein  35:53(8 years old) 

Next Up at the Jersey Shore is the Annual Brielle 10K this coming Saturday and then in the evening it is the September 11 Remembrance Run in Belmar.

Saturday in the Park

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Jennifer Clausen Takes First at the Saturday in the Park 5K

Another large turnout of over 500 participants in the Club's Annual Saturday in the Park Women's 5K race held in beautiful Holmdel Park.  The runners were up to the challenge of the tough 5K course for the race which benefits many local women's causes in the area to include Epiphany House.  The first finisher was 16 year old Jennifer Clausen of Jackson who finished in 19:10, Jill Everts of Middletown was second in a time of 19:39 followed by Amy O'Donnell of Toms River in 20:06. There were many awards and random prizes.  Kid's Races took place after the 5K.

Congratulations to Penny Hinck and the entire Race Committee for another memorable event.

Runner's take Off at the Start of this year's Saturday in the Park 5K.

Among the many Club Finishers were: Marti Rettino 24:58; Barbara Feinstein  22:15(2ag)

Club Meeting & Barbecue a Huge Turnout

Club Members enjoyed a great barbecue with lots of food and refreshments last Tuesday at the Deal Fire House.. Special Guest appearances as well which we can allowed to print.

Eatontown 5K

Mike Bair  18:04(2nd OA)

Fallen Heroes 5K

Frank Pelcher  23:48(PR)

Women's 101

Women's 101 Class ran in the Saturday in the Park - Congratulations!

More Pictures of Women's 101 Class

The Club's Annual Saturday in the Park Race takes place on Saturday (what did you think?), September 4th at Holmdel Park.  The race is the largest All Women's event in the State and always attracts a wide variety of runners of all abilities over the challenging Holmdel Park Course.  There are many awards, random prizes and just a great way to kick off the Labor Day Weekend. Get more information at the Race Web Site.  Sign up now to take advantage of early registration rates.  Men - we always could use volunteers to help out with the many tasks necessary to put on the event. Just show up an hour before the start.

Check out last year's Race Pictures. 

Pier Village 5K

Golden Grand Prix Finale

The Pier Village 5K will take place on Monday, September 6th, Labor Day starting at 8:30 AM.  This is the finale of the Jersey Shore Golden Grand Prix of Races.  Start and finish will be at the brand new Pier Village along the Ocean Front in Long Branch.  A fast and flat exciting course will greet runners for this race which will benefiit Habitat for Humanity.  Get info on the Race Here.  

Brielle 10K Update

This year's Brielle 10K falls on September 11.  To commemorate all that were lost on that tragic day a special ceremony will be held prior to the start.  The ceremony will start at 9:11 AM with the Race itself starting at 9 AM. All participants will also receive a special pin.  

Later that day the Running Community will converge on Belmar  at 6 PM for the Annual 9-11 Remembrance Run which will include the reading of the names of all from the Jersey Shore area who were lost on that day.  All are invited to participate - this is not a race.

Fall Cross Country Series

Starts October 2nd - All Invited - We still need some more runners

The traditional Fall Cross Country Series will be starting on Saturday October 2nd at Thompson Park.  The series runs through Nov 6th with races at Tatum Park, Huber Woods and Holmdel Park - all great courses and change of pace from the roads..  The series is a lot of fun. The Club will be pitting in a team or teams.  All ages and abilities are welcome as the winning team is generally the one which can field a full contingent every week. You don't have to run every race.  There are requirements to have women, master's and over 50 runners. In fact extra points are awarded for some of those categories so we need all age groups.  Complete schedule is on the Race Calendar.  Anyone interested should contact Charlotte at CharWBarry@aol.com. Charlotte is the author of the recently released novel, "Carcass of the Caterpillar".  Read a review here.

Relay by the Sea

Set for Saturday September 25

Get your teams together for the Second Annual "Relay by the Sea" which takes place on Saturday, September 25th in Sea Girt.  It's a total of 15K and can be run by three person teams each participant running a 5K , or 2 person teams with either one runner doing 5K and the other 10K or splitting the distance at 7.5K a piece.  Individual 15K is also available.  New this year, we are trying to get as many twins to participate and have a special award category.  The Event will help send handicapped children to Elks Camp Moore.  Get info here.

Club Picnic - Just Announced

Monmouth Race Track - September 19 - Check it Out!

you must pre - register for this event - no post registration!

Lacey 5K

Complete Results

Paul Roedell  29:26; Pat Asay 19:56(2ag)

National Master Championships

Decatur, Ill

200 Meter Linda Piff  34:31(3rd ag)

400 Meter  Linda Piff   1:15:68 (first place ag)

800 Meter  Linda Piff  3:00:59(1st ag)

Bradley Beach

Results  ---   Lots of Pictures Here

Another large turn out for the Annual Bradley Beach 5K.  Although it was a bit on the hot and humid side the runners put in their best efforts.  The overall winner was Craig Forys of Brick in a time of 16:15 was  pictured on the right and for the women it was Laura Rhatigan of Brant Beach on the left in a time of .19:39

Congratulations to Race Director Rich Held and all the enthusiastic volunteers with the lime green t-shirts who made for a very memorable race.

Among the many Club Finishers were:

Frank Pelcher  25:27; Paul Weinstein  24:39;  Paul Krentar  2413;  Matt Schaefer  21:59;  Marion Mullarky  30:30;  Jeanne  Beaudette  31:40;  Mike Washakowski  22:30;  John Dalton  26:00; Jeff Ragle  21:23;  Kathy Porzio  25:27;  Marty Dugan  24:15;  Liz Wenslauskas  20:55;  Dave Hoch  21:06; Peter Pace  32:29; Liz Wenslausklas  20:54(3ag);  Jon Feinstein  23:21;  Bradley Feinstein  41:27(age 8); Alison Soto 24:00

Next up at the Jersey Shore is the Saturday in the Park 5K Women's Race on September 4th in Holmdel Park  and the Pier Viillage 5K in Long Branch on Labor Day.

Cruise Pictures Now Available 

Golden Grand Prix Update

With Four of the 5 Golden Grand Prix Events completed (Spring Lake 5, Belmar 5, Sheehan Classic, Asbury Park 5K) the finale will be the Pier Village 5K to be held in Long Branch on Labor Day.  All runners who participated in all 5 of the events will receive a special award.  Check the list to make sure that if you participated in all four that you are properly credited.

Neptune City 5K

David Greenberg  22:13

Asbury Park 5K

Davids Greenberg  22:13

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