Updated on October 09, 2009

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Liberty Natural Gas Boardwalk Relay

15 K Results - 5 K Results -  Photos - Video of Start - Atlantic Herald Article

The Start of This Year's Boardwalk Relay 

Runners were treated to near ideal running conditions for the second annual Liberty Natural Gas Boardwalk Relay on Saturday, September 26th.  The hundred plus teams started on the boardwalk in Asbury Park in front of the famous Convention Center and ran south along the boardwalks of Ocean Grove past the Great Auditorium and to the grand Gazebo in Bradley Beach before heading back to hand off their baton to their next runner back at the start area.  

The first place team was the Monmouth University Team comprised of Chris Delfattore, Aron Hollibough and Cody Kulik in a time of 54:41.  The first place Women's team was also from Monmouth University finishing  in a time of 1:08:55 with a team comprised of Amanda Eller, Myra Nabkowski and Grace Klanber.  Coming in first in the one person team was George Robertson in a time of 1:03:52 and for the women Dactilla Booth in 1:02:47 who finished third overall.

In the 5K it was Kristen McGuire of Avon coming in first overall in a time of 25:35 and for the men it was John Nist of Cream Ridge in 28:04.

Awards were also presented in various categories.  

Runners celebrated the day at the Post Race Party at the Stone Pony with Goldenseal performing on the stage to a packed crowd. Susan Kelly the Director of the Foodbank of Monmouth County addressed the crowd and thanked the runners for raising awareness of the hunger issue.

Thanks to all the volunteers,  Liberty Natural Gas, New Jersey Bankers and all  the other sponsors for making a very successful event culminating National Hunger Action Month.

Among the club finishers in the 15K were: Greg Kimmet 1:20:34

Hampton Half Marathon

Lori Scisco  1:39:18(1ag), Diane Rothman 1:43:38(2ag)

 Newport Half Marathon

Larry Perlberg  1:44, Karen Charles 1:29(1 AG)

Atlantic City Marathon Cancelled

The Atlantic City Marathon which is the third oldest marathon in the country has been cancelled this year. Its the same date as the Seaside Half so support the Ocean Running Club and do the Seaside Half.  Its been going for almost as long.

Coming Up

Saturday, October 10, Women's Duathalon, Sandy Hook, NJ

Saturday, Oct 10, SAC Cross Country Series, Tatum Park

Sunday, Oct 11, 5K, 11 AM, Run Thru Deal, Deal, NJ - This is a 5K

Sunday, October 11, 5K,9:30 AM,  Kids Races,  Little Silver 5K, Little Silver, NJ

Saturday, October 17, 5K, 9 AM,  Heights Pride, Spring Lake Heights, NJ

Saturday, Oct 17, SAC Cross Country Series, Wolf Hill Park

Sunday, October 18, 13.1 Miles and 5K,  Seaside Half Marathon, Seaside Hts, NJ - Only $25 Pre-Registration (On or before 10/12) - Support The Local Running Community

Sunday, October 18, Atlantic City Marathon, Atlantic City, NJ - CANCELLED

Thursday Run Update

Back to Dunkin Donuts

Since Parking Meters have been removed along Ocean Ave in Belmar we are moving back to our Dunkin Donuts location on 16th Ave and the Boardwalk.  Se EVERYONE at Dunkin on Thursday.

And remember when it gets below freezing the club buyts everyone hot chocolate.

Vica Versa Sprint Tri

5k Run, 12 Mile Bike, 1/4 Mile Swim

Wendy McKnight 1:22:50(1ag), Bob Both 1:22:00 (1ag)

Congrats to Chris Wilcox and the JSTC for a First Class Event - great course and fantastic buffet breakfast out on the deck of Mr C's.

War at the Shore Tri

1/4 mile Swim, 9.5 Mile Bike, 3 Mile Run

Jaime Gallagher 1:11:33  Bob Cavalarro, Joan Scrivanich 1:15:02, Matt Boyle 56:17

Seafood 5K

Dactilla Booth 18:15 (1st F)

Philadelphia Distance Run

Tom Natoli 2:20:54, Diane Cismowski 2:03:30, Loretta Hill 2:17:56, Greg Kimmet  2:03:37, Carolyn Hammell 2:01:06, Anna Walsh 1:43, Peggy McKean 2:45

Ocean Grove 5K

Mike Badger 18:30 (2nd oa, 1st OG), Steve Apostolacus  3OA, Susan Ardito 2 AG, Tony Plaster 1 AG

Brielle Day 10K

Results - Photos - Video - Atlantic Herald Article

They say it never rains on Brielle Day and at least for the runners that proved true again this year.  With near ideal running conditions the runners took off on one of the most challenging 10K courses around through the hills and dales of Brielle.  Just after the start there is a steep climb and then after a down hill several tough hills are scattered throughout the course.  The runners may forget the hills as they come toward the finish in the last mile with a speedy down hill and then looping into the park for a finish surrounded by the craft fair.

The overall winner was Dave Slovinski shown on the left with race directors Jack and Diane Cheer holding the finishing tape  in a time of 35:12.  For the women in a very close race it was Gabby Barrett in a time of.41:09 followed right behind by Dactrilia Booth in 41:10

Awards and lots of random prizes were presented after the race.  Runners were also treated to bagels, lots of fruit and pasta salad.

Congratulations to Jack and Diane Cheer for staging another successful event.

Among the many club finishers were: Mark Sheklian 44:40(3ag), Dennis Hart 51:26(PR)

9-11 Remembrance Run

Photos - Atlantic Herald Article

The Flag Flew High on its way down the Spring Lake Boardwalk

The rain stopped on queue just before the start of the Annual 9-11 Remembrance Run and the several hundred runners stayed dry on their trek starting in Belmar and continuing on to the south end of the Spring Lake Boardwalk.  Tim Mahoney led the runners and gave them their instructions at the start on the Boardwalk in Belmar.  Tim told the runners to run in silence on the way out and reflect on the tragic day . On the way out the long line of runners led by Tim and a contingent of West Point Cadets stopped at the 9-11 Memorial in Spring Lake where a crowd waited for their arrival.  They read more names of those fallen and placed flags and flowers around the memorial which was inscribed with those from Spring Lake who lost their lives.  From there due to the sand blown on the boardwalk the Spring Lake Police provided an escort along Ocean Avenue as the runners made their way south to the end of the boardwalk.  

At the very end of the Boardwalk a make shift memorial was improvised in the sand from remnants of the World Trade Center Towers.  More names were read and after all were read the runners left the remaining flowers and flags on the memorial.  The memorial still stands and if you are in the area stop by and check it out.  Tim then gave the runners instructions reflecting what President Bush said after 9-11 to resume their lives.

The runners made their way back to Belmar and then on to Bar Anticipation for a buffet and reception.

USATF 5K - Deer Path Park

Diane Cismowski  28:12

South Nyack 10 Miler

Diane Rothman 1:19(2ag), Leslie McKernan  1:25

Lewis and Clark Marathon

Peggy McKean 6:11:25 (28th State and 32nd Marathon)

Lehigh Valley Marathon

Liz Wenslauskas 3;41(2ag)

Keyport 5K

Results

Greg Kimmet  24:28

Fallen Heroes 5K

Results

Kenneth Palmer 26:22

runAPalooza

Planning Committee Open

runAPalooza 2 is scheduled for Saturday, April 17, 2010.  It includes the Jersey Shore Relay from Seaside Heights to Asbury Park, the Asbury park Half Marathon covering Asbury park through Sea Girt and a 5K fun run/walk through Asbury Park.

The relay committee has already met once and if anyone is interested in being on the planning committee please send an email to jsrc@hotmail.com.  We could use some people to help with getting town approvals.  This would involve contacting the respective town halls, sending in a letter or completing the required permits and following up to make sure that all is okay.

Some of the towns are already covered.  We could use help in the following:  Manasquan, Brielle, Point Pleasant Beach (Jenkinsons), Bay Head, Mantaloking, Brick Beach (Bricktown). Lavalette, Ortley Beach and Seaside Heights.  It would be good if you lived in the town or had some connections there.

If anyone can help  just email jsrc@hotmail.com. 

Pier House 5K

Results - Photos of Start, Finish, Kids and Awards

Video of Start - Video of Finish 1 - Video of Finish 2

The Start of the Pier House 5K - Patty Hancock of Ocean Running Club promoting the Seaside Half Marathon and 5K on October 18.

A huge turn out for the Pier House 5K held on Labor Day, September 7th, 2009.  The weather was near ideal for running with a strong wind on the return. The race started on the north end of the Long Branch Promenade and went south through Pier Village toward the end of the Long Branch Boardwalk and then returned back for the finish.

The men's winner in a  time of 14:49 was given to Abijot Endale of the Bronx  followed by  Deres Denitoba also of the Bronx who crossed the finish line together as seen on photo on the left, they were followed by Tim Mulligan of Whiting in 15:21 .. For the women it was Megan Guiney of New York City shown breaking the tape on the right who finished in 16:57 followed by Noel Brock in 17:15 and Cate Robbie of Red Bank in 17:35...

After the 5K, Kids races were held at various distances.

Awards were presented to overall and age group winners.

The winners of the Jersey Shore Golden Grand Prix were also recognized.

Among the many club finishers were: Bettina Shepard 22:30, Liz Wenslauskas 20:22(1ag), Thomas Long 19:11(PR)

Jersey Shore Golden Grand Prix Top 5 Men and Women

Saturday in the Park

Results - Photos - Atlantic Herald Article

The Start of the Saturday in the Park 5K

Sunny skies greeted runners for the Annual Saturday in the Park 5K held on Saturday, September 5th in beautiful Holmdel Park. A large crowd of women runners took up the challenge of running the course through the trails of the park which includes several tough hills making it one of the most challenging in New Jersey.

The winner was Kristin Traub of Wayne, NJ in a time of. 19:43

Saturday in the Park Winner

New Mexico Marathon

Peggy McKean 6:29(31st Marathon, 27th State), Diana Burton 5:51(43rd Marathon)

Rock and Roll Half Marathon

Eatontown 5K

Ralph Garfield 24:36(1ag)

Nike Block Grant

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