November 2012 Edition

MonthlyThe Thenewsletter of the TIDEWATER e-RUNDOWNe-RUNDOWN STRIDERS Club. One of the nation’s largest running organizations.

Wicked Good Times Undeterred By Hurricane Sandy! Over 9,000 runners took the streets of Virginia Beach during the Wicked 10k. Strider Jennifer Jeffers won the individual costume prize as a Hamster on her Wheel. Start picture copyright Cindy Graf. Hamster Wheel - copyright Keith Bernstein

Upcoming Events Saturday, November 10 1-Hr Postal Racewalk Sunday, November 11 Freedom Half ** Monday, November 12 - New Race Race for the Music 5k Saturday, November 17 - New Race Important Strider Dates for 2013 Runway 5K Distance Series @ Dismal Swamp Canal Trail Thursday, November 22 Turkey Trot January 5, January 26, February 23 Saturday, December 1 Annual Awards Banquet Jingle Bell Run February 2, 2013 Strider Elections are this month. The Slate of Nominees are inside this Run- down. You will be sent a ballot to vote via e-mail. Details are inside The RUNDOWN - November 2012 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 - Issue Number 439 Tidewater Striders Rundown, 712 Redgate Ave #1, Norfolk, VA 23507 or newsletter@Tidewater Striders.com Deadline is the 20th of every month, may be earlier during the holiday seasons. Letters and Comments are appreciated, please send to [email protected] Contents Striders Service Directory Striders Service Directory . . . . 2 2012 Board Of Directors Officers: Hall of Fame: Mel Williams (531-9220) President’s Corner ...... 3 Jean Phelan, President (681-0248) [email protected] Notes from the Editor ...... 3 [email protected] Marketplace: OPEN Race News ...... 3 Rich Hildreth, Vice President (481-9027) Membership: [email protected] Bob Brunner (757-270-0285) bobbrun- Treasurer’s Report ...... 3 Deb Sommer (623-0594) [email protected] 50k Volunteers ...... 4 [email protected] Nominations: Joan Gustaffson (621-6473) Update or Renew Membership . . 5 Dan Edwards, Treasurer (717-0259) [email protected] Team Competitions ...... 6 [email protected] Photography: TriDuo.com Happy Birthday! ...... 6 Officers are elected by BOD from BOD and serve 1 Programs: Nick May (426-6167) year terms from January thru December. Still Running Strong ...... 7 [email protected] Board Members thru Dec 2012 Singlets Still Available ...... 7 Publications: OPEN Ryan Conrad (717-496-1049) Membership Expirations . . . . .8 Publicity & PR: Dave Harrah* [email protected] Race Committee Co-Chairs: The Athlete’s Kitchen ...... 9 Don Greene [email protected] Rick Brown (499-5506) [email protected] 5K Race Walk Championship . . 10 Dave Harrah (636-2204) Dan Edwards* VA RRCA Championship Races . 11 [email protected] Scholarship: Dan Edwards* Board of Directors Elections . . .12 Rich Hildreth (481-9027) Social: Cathie Reade [email protected] Vote by E-mail ...... 12 Steve Patterson(406-0077) Teams: Welcome Aboard ...... 15 [email protected] Chairperson - Gene Edwards Sharon Rodier (377-1269) New Energy ...... 17 [email protected] [email protected] Senior Men’s- Mel Williams Getting to Know Cindy & Ada . . 18 Board Members thru Dec 2013 (531-9220) [email protected] Volunteer Opportunities ...... 18 Amiele Barakey (757-650-2431) Master Women - Jami Callahan Brill Running Grand Prix ...... 19 [email protected] [email protected] Hall of Fame Nominations ...... 19 Dan Edwards [email protected] Senior Women - Susan Snead Course Certification ...... 19 Jean Phelan (681-0248) 757-467-1300 [email protected] Multi-Sport Grand Prix Series . . 19 [email protected] Women Open - Elizabeth Campos (415) 350-8696 [email protected] All 2012 Grand Prix Races . . . 20 Steve Shapiro (592-6720) [email protected] Men Open-Martin Stacin 757-484-1866 Tidewater Striders Training Sites .21 Lori Sherwood (406-1247) [email protected] All Access ...... 22 [email protected] Men Masters-Tommy Nesson Grunt Run ...... 23 Deb Sommer (623-0594) [email protected] (757) 479- ODU Homecoming 5k . . . . . 23 [email protected] 0745 -Gene Bachman - 467-0898 Young Strider at RNR . . . . . 24 Committees: [email protected] From Here to Eternity . . . . . 24 Adopt-A-Highway: Rich Hildreth* Walk -Steven Shapiro Women on the Run ...... 25 Advisory: Mel Williams [email protected] Wicked 10k ...... 26 (531-9220) [email protected] Youth - Angelo Celesia (288-7715) Race for Breath ...... 27 Audit: Bethany Sanchez (471-8233) [email protected] Striders on the Road ...... 28 Awards: Deb Sommer and Sharon Rodier Triathlon: Sharon Rodier* History of the Tidewater Striders . . 30 Banquet: Ada Lester - [email protected] Volunteer: Rich Hildreth* Special Discounts ...... 58 Budget: Dan Edwards* Walking: Heidi Sleasman [email protected] RUNDOWN Ad Rates . . . . . 58 Community Service: Chris Catoe (425-6556) [email protected] Youth Programs: Other Event Flyers ...... 74 Constitution & Bylaws: Mel Williams Chair -Dan Edwards* The RUNDOWN is published monthly (531-9220) [email protected] Coach -Angelo Celesia [email protected] by the Tidewater Striders, a non- Elections: Susan Sneed (285-7716) Web Site Committee Chair: Tommy Neeson profit educational and recreational Grand Prix: organization for running, walking and Running: Marie Price, [email protected] Web Site Manager: triathlon enthusiasts in the Tidewater Triathlon: Sharon Rodier * Steve Speirs (478-6403) Virginia area. Opinions expressed in the Walking: Lori Sherwood * [email protected] RUNDOWN are not necessarily those *Board members contact information is not re- Youth: Angelo Celesia [email protected] peated Please see their BOD listing for contact of the Editor or the Tidewater Striders 2 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 President’s Corner Fellow Striders: SAVE THE DATE A big thank you goes out to John Price for conducting a clinic on how to certify Annual Banquet a course. On a beautiful Saturday morning members met at Mt. Trashmore for some February 2, 2013 insightful information on what is needed This if not just for awardees but a for a course to be certified. A course must chance to honor our top athletes, be certified in order for a state record to be recorded. John is the official keeper volunteers and the 2013 Hall of of state records for Virginia. Please visit Fame Inductees. usatf.org for more information. I know a lot of members have been asking Race News about the Distance Series. This year we are trying the Dismal Swamp for the venue. As Distance Series Dates I have stated before, long distance events There is a new home for the Tidewater are very hard to find a venue that cities will approve. The 30K time limit is 4 hours. I’m Striders Distance Series, the Dismal very optimist that this venue although not perfect is the best fit for our members. If you are Swamp Canal Trail. The Series takes place training for Shamrock, you will be able to get your distance runs in without fear of falling on January 5, 26, and February 23, 2013. or traffic. We hope to provide everyone with a great training experience. The post race You must preregister for each race. You party venue is excellent with good food & beverages. Sign up on line before December may register the night before each race 15th for only $50.00.All events will have a chip start and finish. As always, we are looking at Packet-Pick up but CANNOT register for volunteers. raceday. You can pick up your packet on Congratulations to Brandi Gutierrez who stopped by the Strider booth at the Wicked 10K race day. and won the singlet and hat. We had a good response, so we will be offering this again at There will be a postrace social each week future expos. I’ll try and get some weather related goodies to give away now that winter at Cahoon Plantation Golf Course. is approaching. Details are available in the flyer. Paul Boyett’s string of 1282 consecutive days running has come to an end. Unfortunately, Paul had to have surgery on October 31. But before surgery he got up to run. I first met Paul when I became a board member. Paul was also membership co-chair. The Strider’s Surf-n-Santa Expo family wishes him a speedy recovery. Help is needed at the Striders’ Booth at the Expo on Friday, December When you are reading this our volunteer 40th anniversary party will be over. I would like 7, 2012 from 12pm to 8pm. Shifts to thank our hosts Bee & Goody for organizing this party. It’s just another example of are generally two hours. It’s a great Why you want to be a Strider member. way to meet fellow members and Just around the corner is our Turkey Trot. It seems there are a lot of Turkey Trot’s this spread the word about the Striders year. I think ther are three in the Tidewater area. Hopefully, everyone is signed up for the to potential members. If you can correct race. Please visit our website. help, please contact Jean Phelan, Keep moving, [email protected] to volunteer Jean Treasurer’s Report Notes from the Editor Are you looking for the Treasurer’s Report? The format has been changed; the Balance Hopefully, there will not be any mud-slinging but it is time for the Board of Directors Sheet and Profit and Loss Statement can be Election. There are 8 candidates running for the 6 slots open. Please be informed and read found on inside. The new format is easier all about their goals for the Striders which are inside. for both the Treasurer and Editor! We’re almost to the end of another year. Our biggest race of the year is Thanksgiving Day. Dick Brothers is looking for volunteers, please contact him via email if you are available to help. Business owners - the December newsletter is a great opportunity to advertise some special Christmas gifts. Contact me for pricing information. See ya at the races, Ada Lester [email protected]

3 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Tidewater Striders Race Schedule November 10 November 17 50k Volunteers 1-Hr Postal Racewalk Virginia Beach Runway 5K - New VOLUNTEERS: MARK YOUR How fast can you race walk in an hour? Race CALENDARS FOR SATURDAY, The track at Tallwood High School Ready for a fun event; you are guaranteed DECEMBER 15. IT’S TIME FOR THE serves as the venue for this Walking a great time when Jennifer Jeffers puts on SEASHORE NATURE TRAIL 50K!! Grand Prix event and The Shore AC an event. Join Jennifer and her crew for the National Postal Competition. There will inaugural event at the Military Aviation Not running the 50K? Share in the fun and probably be two heats. Each competi- Museum to raise money for Untamed Spirit, excitement by volunteering to help with the tor will compete in one and count laps a program designed to enhance and enrich race. We will need volunteers for morning for a walker in another heat. The race the lives of individuals with special needs (7:30 - 11:30) and afternoon 11:30 - 3:30 or is judged for proper Race Walk tech- through a partnership with horses. There is 4:00) shifts. We can also use some help at nique. a half course for our younger runners. the After Race Party. ALL volunteers will November 10-11 Both courses are mostly It’s mostly run on receive a t-shirt featuring the race logo. the grass runway - no roots or stumps to Some of the following volunteer positions Wounded Warriors 5k/Freedom Mile trip over. The postrace party features chili are available: & Freedom /Marathon • Runner Verification The marathon has been added this and, of course, beer to washdown the heat! • Aid Station workers year to the events. The Tidewater Strid- Thanksgiving - November 22 • Aid Station Coordinators ers are fielding a team for the Half Turkey Trot • Course monitors Marathon and Full Marathon Organiza- More runners participate in races on • Finish Line Assistance tional Cup Challenge. The Striders are Thanksgiving Day than any other day • Course sweepers post race the defending champions for the Half of the year. Bring your out of town • After Party Help – to help serve Cup. The weekend’s events start with guests and join your fellow Striders at refreshments the Expo at Scope on Friday; All rac- the Tidewater Striders Turkey Trot. No es start and finish near Waterside and excuses, if your guests can’t run or Volunteer individually, with a friend, or get Town Point Park walk a 10k, they can have fun in the a group together and come on out and have mile! Register early to avoid the lines some fun! If you’ve helped in the past, you Monday, November 12 on race day morning. The 10k is part of know what a great time it is,

Race for the Music 5k - New Race the Running Grand Prix and the mile is Ready to volunteer? Contact Rosemary Race for the Music is a new event on the final event of the Youth Grand Prix . Plum at [email protected] or Cell: 757- a scheduled holiday for Chesapeake 615-3238. Schools at Bells Mill Park. The race is December 1 a fundraiser for the Oscar Smith High Jingle Bell Run The good news is that volunteers work School Orchestra. Show your love for The 5k is the FINAL event of the Run- shifts so do not need to be out on the course Music. ning Grand Prix. However, this event as long as the runners. also features the Reindeer Run for This race has been recognized by Ultra Children 12 & Under and an untimed 3k Runners around the country as a superior walk. All events take place at Old Do- event. The volunteers are responsible for minion University. This is a fundraiser that reputation, so come out and be part of for the Arthritis Foundation. this great event.

8-Dec Surfin Santa ** 10-Mile VBCC J&A / Non-Strider Event 15-Dec Seashore Ultra Ultra First Lndg St Park Rich Hildreth/StacinMartin 31-Dec Beat the Ball 5k 5k NavHospital Portsmouth Race it Registration Link 2013 5-Jan Distance Series 10k/20k 10k/20k Dismal Swamp Trail Jean Phelan 12-Jan Frosty 5k 5k TBD Lewis Falls/Minnie Nery 471-5566 26-Jan Distance Series 15k/25k 15k/25k Dismal Swamp Trail Jean Phelan 9-Feb Virginia is for Lovers** 14k/6k/1k VB Sportsplex J&A Racing / Non-Strider Event 16-Feb Run with the Law 5k 5k Norfolk [email protected] 23-Feb Distance Series 20k/30k 20k/30k Dismal Swamp Trail Jean Phelan 3-Mar Pembroke Meadows Elem 1 Mile PM Elementary Gina Pacheco-Forehand 651-1634 9-Mar Falcon 5k 5k & 1 Mile Cox High School Victoria Sachar - 469-3902 16-17 Mar Shamrock Marathon Mar/Half/8k/1 Mile VA Beach Oceanfront J&ARacing / Non-Strider Event ** Strider Supported non-Strider events

We seek your ideas and input on our schedule. Questions and suggestions can be sent to [email protected] 4 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Turkey Trot Next Walker Grand Prix Race is Volunteers are needed to help on race day and at packet pick-up on November 10th Wednesday, November 21, 2012. If you can help, please contact Dick One Hour Postal Race Walk Brothers, via e-mail.

2012 Grand Prix Standings Online thru Strider Mile

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9:42 PM Tidewater Striders 09/30/12 Balance Sheet Accrual Basis As of September 30, 2012

Sep 30, 12 ASSETS Above: THE Party Planners, Goody Tyler Current Assets and Bee McLeod. Below: Two very impor- Checking/Savings tant volunteers, Dick Brothers and Joan Bk of Amer Ckg 18,065.91 Gustafson. Bk of Amer Money Mkt 132,200.26 Bk of Amer Race for Breath 4,765.87 Bk of Hampt Rds Rest'ed Acc'ts BkofHRCD 1.1% - 1/25/14 PSEdw 40,000.00 BkofHRdCD 1.1% 1/25/14 Bashara 40,000.00 BkofHRdCD 1.1% 1/25/14 Youth 7,500.00 BkofHRdCD 1.1% 1/25/14Gen'l Ops 20,000.00 BkofHRdCD 1.1%1/25/14 GenSchol 64,000.00 Total Bk of Hampt Rds Rest'ed Acc'ts 171,500.00

Total Checking/Savings 326,532.04 Accounts Receivable Accounts Receivable 6,886.75 Total Accounts Receivable 6,886.75

Total Current Assets 333,418.79 Update or Renew

TOTAL ASSETS 333,418.79 Membership LIABILITIES & EQUITY Membership Renewal Liabilities Time to renew your membership? Current Liabilities Easily renew online now! https:// Accounts Payable Accounts Payable -109.48 www.raceit.com/register/ registrantSearch.aspx?event=1460 Total Accounts Payable -109.48 Credit Cards Search for your name, click renew Visa Credit Card 1,095.54 and pay! It’s that easy. Total Credit Cards 1,095.54 Have you recently moved or have a new email address? Don’t forget to let Total Current Liabilities 986.06 the Tidewater Striders know! We now Total Liabilities 986.06 offer an easy way to for you to update Equity this record. Visit the Tidewater Opening Bal Equity 64,410.65 Striders Membership page and click Retained Earnings 251,890.84 the update membership button. You 16,131.24 Net Income will need your confirmation number Total Equity 332,432.73 and date of birth to update your TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 333,418.79 record. No fear you can request your confirmation number there also.

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Page 1 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Team Competitions Happy Birthday! The Tidewater Striders want to form at least Volunteers one Open team to compete in each of the In October, 124 2012 RRCA Virginia Championship races. Adopt - A - Trail Striders are celebrating Please contact the Open team chairperson October 14, 2012 their birthday and 17 are MOVING ON UP for Women (Elizabeth Campos) or Men Amiele Barakey (Stacin Martin) to join the team or Susan, to a new age group. Mel, Tommy, Jami, or Marie if you are Tom Boose David Phillips Nov. 3 interested in competing for the Striders in Chris Catoe* Mary E. Noonan Nov. 6 any of these events. David Johnson Douglas Smith Nov. 8 Governor's Land 5K in Williamsburg on Greg Snyder Peggy Munley Nov. 9 November 17th hosted by the Colonial Road Runners. http://www.colonialroadrunners. *Coordinator, Adopt-a-Trail Ranulfo G. Lopez Nov. 9 org Erin Wreski Nov. 12 Ann Turner Nov. 14 Elizabeth McLeod Nov. 15 Randy Webb Nov. 15 Howie Hodapp Nov. 17

8:07 PM Tidewater Striders Susan Edwards Nov. 18 10/27/12 Profit & Loss Jodi Wroblewski Nov. 19 Accrual Basis pro September 2012 Justin Walters Nov. 20 Lamont Payne Nov. 21 Sep 12 Dulcey Lloyd Nov. 24 Income Club Race Reven Robert Curtin Jr. Nov. 26 50K Trail Ultra 4,520.00 Yuki Young Nov. 30 Postal Racewalk / Mile Race 80.00 Total Club Race Reven 4,600.00 Exec Race Comm 4,130.75 Market Place 436.00 Membership Rev 1,050.52 Newsletter Rev 50.00 Scholarsh+TTrot T-Trot Revenue 788.56 Total Scholarsh+TTrot 788.56 Youth Revenue 150.00 Total Income 11,205.83 Expense Club Race Exp 50K Seashore Ultra 182.00 Strider Mile Race / Postal RW 80.00 Total Club Race Exp 262.00 Community Svc 42.82 ERC Race Oper's 288.14 General Ops Website Expense 400.00 Total General Ops 400.00 Now we know what Bee McLeod thinks about aging up to the new 30! Happy 50th, 50.50 Membership Exp Bee! Below, Birthday girl Dulcey Lloyd hard Newsletter Exp 500.00 at work Scholsh&T-Trot Turkey Trot Exp 136.00 Total Scholsh&T-Trot 136.00 Treasurer 39.00 Youth Devel. 156.00 Total Expense 1,874.46

Net Income 9,331.37

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Page 1 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Still Running Strong The Striders celebrated 40 years as a running club at the Annual Volunteers’ Party on November 4th at the Ocean View Fishing Pier. Thank you to Bee McLeod and Goody Tyler for making this celebration happen! Pictures starting to the right and going clockwise. Marie Price and Dave Harrah give Wallie her light in appreciation of her volunteer efforts. Fred Curry, Sharon Curry, and Bill Spruill enjoy some light discussion. The Board Nominees were presented dur- ing the General Meeting portion: Randy Cook, Lisa Armistead, Sherry Celesia, Dave Harrah, Rich Hildreth, Mel Williams. Jennifer Cowell, Marie Price, and Sheila Bailey enjoy some healthy snacks before the cake.

Singlets Still Available Purchase a new blue singlet for $20 to wear racing; for training, purchase an $8 older white model Strider singlet. In the colder weather, wear your singlet over a long sleeve base layer. Both are great for racing, training and letting everyone know you are a Strider. Please contact Dave Harrah, tidesbb@aol. com to purchase. They are also available at the Strider Booths at race expos, such as the Surf-n-Santa expo on December 7th.

7 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Membership Expirations If your name is on this list, your membership is due to expire in November 2012. You may renew online or mail in the application. Betty Brothers Christina Kinerk-Cruce Tricia Rogerson Richard Brothers Michael Knight Troy Rogerson Darren Busam Ada Lester Martha E. Schwenk Eric Busam Allen E. Lester Richard N. Schwenk R. Keith Butler Colleen McDaniel Ashley Shoop Teresa Carter Cheryl Monaco Karyn Smith Jane Crouch Judy Paschall Anne Spillane Richard Cruce Maria R. Poranski Jeff Stastny Michael Daniels Christopher Poulos Cecelia Wall Hall Dunn Amber Pratt Cherita Washington Isabella Dunn Mason Pratt Eddie Washington Lei Dunn James Alexander Resolute, Jr. Jasmine Cherita Washington Tyson Dunn Joey Richardson Sherita Washington Joshua Ellis M.K. Richardson DeeDee Webster Rebecca Garson Tommy Richardson Joe Webster Paul Hamlin John Roberts John Webster Steve Hunnicutt Kelsey Roberts Nick Webster Jeff Imgrund Shannon Roberts Jeremy Weiss Shannon Kane Brian Rogerson Freya Zimmer Aaron Keckley Jake Rogerson Marc Zimmer Anita Keegan Mark Rogerson Fay A. Kennedy Mike Rogerson

8 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 The Athlete’s Kitchen - Should We Enable Obesity? Copyright: Nancy Clark MS RD CSSD October 2012 The joke goes like this: Americans don’t The good news is obesity is strongly linked Everywhere offers free activity videos that need to build bombs. We just need to export to behaviors we can control, including the last from 3 to 8 minutes. The videos are all of our junk food and spread obesity to foods we choose to chew and the amount of organized by setting (office, home, waiting the rest of the world so we all self-destruct exercise we get. Granted, other factors also room), body part involved (lower body, together. Ha-ha-ha. But it’s not really have an impact, including gut microbiota, upper body), and whether the exercise is funny, is it. It’s sad. sleep deprivation, and genetics (and genes performed standing or seated. Pass along While attending the Institute of Coaching’s can be changed with positive food choices.) the info to your friends and relatives who Fifth Annual Conference in Boston along So if we will be able to have more fun, let’s have “no time” to exercise; they’ll lose all with 700 other health and leadership do it! excuses for why they cannot get a few more coaches (www.InstituteOfCoaching.org), According to Dr. Katz, each one of us has minutes of activity each workday. I had the opportunity to listen to public a choice to either help solve the obesity Empowering kids to be active is an essential health guru Dr. David Katz spread his problem, or become part of the problem. health initiative. If you are a parent or a health message that we, as a society, need We need to build a levy to hold back the teacher, check out www.ABCfor fitness. to curb the obesity epidemic. Though you, flood of fattening foods that pervade our com (Activity Bursts in Classrooms). These my readers, are likely fit, I’m sure every environment. We need lots of individuals fun exercise videos insert educational one of you has been affected by an overfat to contribute a sandbag or two to the levy. activity into the curriculum during relative or friend who is dealing with For example, smaller-sized soda pop is downtimes when the kids aren’t really cancer, heart attack, stroke, and/or diabetes. one sandbag. More activity is school learning anything (before lunch, end of the While they’ve undoubtedly heard the classrooms in another. Healthier choices in school day). Dr. Katz believes the answer public health messages to eat cleaner and vending machines are a third. The NuVal to hyperactive kids can be more activity, exercise more, they have not felt motivated food ranking system is a fourth. (NuVal not more Ritalin. to make lifestyle changes. Instead, they are ranks foods according to healthfulness Not everyone loses weight easily, so Dr. suffering from the so-called diseases of so that consumers in 1,700 supermarkets Katz has started a website for frustrated aging that are really diseases of inactivity across the country can easily compare dieters, www.newlr.com (National and overnutrition. They aren’t having much foods to determine the better loaf of bread, Exchange for Weight Loss Resistance). fun at the doctors’ offices.... brand of soup, and better choice of any This site wants to connect frustrated dieters According to well-documented research food.) with researchers so we can find solutions presented by Dr. Katz, if we don’t stop the Employers who encourage their staff to the “Why can’t I lose weight?” problem. obesity epidemic, an estimated 42% of all to exercise contribute a very effective Maybe you know someone who can Americans will be obese in 18 years. One- sandbag and they get a good return on that contribute his or her experiences. third will be diabetic. Our kids will die at investment. Not only are their employees While changing the work and school a younger age than their parents, and the healthier and take fewer sick days (think environments is helpful, lasting changes healthcare system will be bankrupt. lower healthcare costs), they are happier and really need to be made at the family level. By preventing obesity, we can see stunning more productive. The Cleveland Clinic’s Kids are a driving force; they have the power benefits. That’s why Mayor Michael employee wellness program has saved to change parents’ food and exercise habits. Bloomberg is working hard to change the millions of health care dollars. The clinic Kids are unlikely to make choices based on obesogenic environment in . has made changes in the work environment health, but rather on pleasure. When they The naysayers may be complaining he is that has transformed the disease-inducing understand that health means more fun, taking away a person’s right to choose, but culture to a culture of wellness, with loss of they’ll start making the right choices--just he’s not taking away soda. NYC is just not 330,000 pounds in five years. like victorious sports teams that win with enabling that bad choice. If you want to take steps to change your good nutrition. Unjunk Yourself, a YouTube In our modern world, we are victims of work environment, check out www.cdc. video for teens (http://www.youtube.com/ our own success. We have engineered gov/nationalhealthyworksite. You’ll find watch?v=PLaS0En9Q98) gets kids (of all out the lifestyle that kept our parents and lots of ideas and toolkits, including how ages) to think more about choosing what grandparents fit and strong, including to create a program that encourages people they chew. Isn’t it time for us to all work riding bikes to work, walking to school, to take the stairs not the elevator, and how together to make it cool to fuel well? and hanging laundry outside to dry. We to improve vending machine choices. Nancy Clark, MS, RD, CSSD (Board Certified have engineered in processed foods that Hospital workers might want to pass along Specialist in Sports Dietetics) counsels both come in huge portions and taste yummy. this URL http://HealthierHospitals.org to casual and competitive athletes at her office No surprise less than 2% of Americans an influential VIP. The goal of the initiative in Newton, MA (617-795-1875). Her Sports is to enroll at least 2,000 hospitals over the Nutrition Guidebook and food guides for new eat the recommend number of fruits and runners and marathoners offer additional vegetables! How can we motivate people to next three years to buy and serve healthier foods. information on resolving weight issues They are take better care of themselves? We need to available at www.nancyclarkrd.com. See also focus on the personal benefits–longer life, For your own personal activity program www.sportsnutritionworkshop.com. less pain, and more fun. (when you are not running), take a peek at www.abeforfitness.com. Activity Bursts 9 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Strider Walkers Place at 2012 National USATF 5K Race Walk Championship by Steve Durrant Seven Tidewater Strider walkers competed (1) maintain one foot on the ground at all in the National 2012 USATF 5K Race Walk times, and (2) that the advancing leg is Championship held in Kingsport, TN, on straightened immediately on contact with Saturday, September 29th. The Strider the ground, and remains straightened until Women’s Race Walking Team made up of passed over by the walker’s body in the Cindy Williams of Virginia Beach, Rebecca vertical position. Garson from Afton, VA, and Kathy Nash Rebecca Garson was the top Strider woman from Maryville, TN, took 3rd Place overall finishing in 31:34, placing her 12th overall in the Women’s Team competition. First for the women and 3rd in the W45-49 place in the Women’s Team competition age group. Cathy Nash was 24th overall, was won by Team Pegasus from Michigan. finishing in 38:10, and 5th in the W55- Taking the second place in the women’s 59 age group. Cindy Alexander was 28th team competition was South Florida AC. overall in 41:35, and 3rd in the W50-54 age Tom Gerhardt, from Chesapeake, teamed group. with Hartley Dewey and Steve Shapiro, In the men’s race Tom Gerhardt has the Above: As dawn breaks out, it’s time to both of Virginia Beach, to make up the top finishing Tidewater Strider, completing stretch. From left to right, Steve Durrant, Tidewater Strider men’s team which the five 1K loops in 30:22 for 13th place Hartley Dewey, Cindy Alexander, Rebecca finished in 2nd Place overall in the Men’s overall and 2nd in the M60-64 age group. Garson, and Steve Shapiro. Below: Tom Gerhardt passes over the tim- Team competition behind a strong Team Steve Shapiro was the next Strider in Pegasus from Michigan. Steve Durrant also ing mats during his 5k race, lappng an un- 34:07 which was 19th overall and 3rd in kown competitor. Photos courtesy of Steve competed and was available to the men’s the M55-59 age group. He was followed Durrant and Kathy Nash team in the event one of the other team by Hartley Dewey in 35:42 for 23rd place members was disqualified during the race. overall and 4th in the M60-64 age group. Race day started off with a steady morning Steve Durrant, the “backup walker” was rain. However, by the start of the women’s 24th overall finishing in 36:42. He was 5th race at 8:15 a.m. the rain had mostly in the M70-74 age group. stopped. The temperature remained in the In addition to the seven Strider competitors, high 50’s through the low 60’s during the Tidewater Strider Judy Paschall served as women’s race and the subsequent men’s the DQ Board operator on the Race Walk race which started at 9:30 a.m. Judging staff. All red cards assigned to The 5K race course is a 1K loop that the competitors observed failing to follow the competitors complete five times during rules of race walking are displayed on the the race. Several Race Walk Judges are DQ Board. When three “reds” are on the stationed along the length of the course to board for a competitor, the competitor is insure the race walkers follow the two rules removed from the race. of race walking that require the walkers to:

From left to right: Judy Paschall was the DQ Board Operator for the Race Walk Judging Staff. Rebecca Garson - On the left wearing white Strider top and pink compression socks as she chases the leaders at the first turn-around after the start of the race. Cindy & Kathy Nash at the 1st turn-around on the course. Cindy is wearing one of the new blue & white Strider Singlets. Kathy Nash is wearing a blue Strider Shirt. Photos courtesy of Steve Dur- rant and Kathy Nash

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2012 ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY 2012 ADOPT-A-TRAIL SCHEDULE SCHEDULE Meet on Shore Drive opposite Fort Story west entrance for Meet at the “Narrows” boat ramp parking area (west end of cleanup along Shore Drive to Atlantic Avenue. Social fol- 64th St. off Atlantic Ave.) at First Landing/Seashore State lows in First Landing/Seashore State Park. Park for trail maintenance along Long Creek Trail and Os- Sunday, November 18 10:00 AM prey Trail. Social usually follows in boat ramp area. Mark your calendar now for 2013 Dates Mark your calendar now for 2013 Dates Sunday, January 6 10:00 AM Sunday, April 14 10:00 AM Sunday, March 10 10:00 AM Sunday, June 9 10:00 AM Sunday, May 19 10:00 AM Sunday, August 4 10:00 AM Sunday, July 14 10:00 AM Sunday, October 20 10:00 AM Sunday, September 22 10:00 AM For more information call Chris Catoe on 425-6556 or e-mail [email protected] Sunday, November 17 10:00 AM For more information call Rich Hildreth at 481-9027

2012 VA RRCA Championship Races Governor’s Land 5K in Williamsburg on November 17th hosted by the Colonial Road Runners. www.colonialroadrunners.org Seashore Nature Trail 50k in Virginia Beach on Dec 15th hosted by the Tidewater Striders. www.tidewaterstriders.com A complete listing of all RRCA Championship Series events are available at RRCA.org.

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11 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Tidewater Strider Board of Directors Elections Vote by E-mail Ballots will be sent via e-mail on November 12th; You have until noon on November 26th to vote. Ballots received after that will not be counted. Nominees for Tidewater Striders Board of Directors The slate of nominees were introducted and accepted at the general meeting during the Volunteer Party on November 4th. There are eight nominees for the six positions to be filled. The nominees are. Lisa Armistead, Sherry Celesia, Randy Cook, David Harrah, Rich Hildreth, Barb Mathewson, Sharon Rodier, and Mel Williams. Please read their backgrounds and ideas for the club over the next few pages. Each elected person will serve a two-year term beginning in January 2013. To assist you in your decision, the six members who are mid-term and will continue to serve on the board in 2013 are Amiele Barakey, Dan Edwards, Dave Harrah, Jean Phelan, Steve Shapiro, Lori Sherwood, and Deb Sommer. All nominees were asked to answer the following questions: 1. Give a brief personal background 2. What would you like to accomplish during your term on the board? 3. What areas on the board interest you the most and why? Their unedited responses follow. 3. I am a triathlete as well, so I would like and hope to complete my first 50-miler to promote this aspect of the Striders. I was soon. thrilled when they took over Breezy Point What areas on the board interest you the Triathlon and enjoyed participating in it most and why? I am already very involved this past year. in the youth running program and love our New Energy runners. I hope to branch out and work with growing our membership and pursuing more ultra races in our club. Having never served on the board, I feel the door is wide open where I could serve! What would you like to accomplish during your term on the board? I hope to grow as a Strider member personally, grow the membership (I recruit wherever I go Lisa Armistead already!), and give back to an organization 1. I have been a Strider member for the last that has given me so much. I want our 5 years. In April 2007, I started my journey youth more involved in our club, possibly of weight loss. After losing 50 pounds, I having 1 or 2 of our young runners sitting realized I could run a lot faster and have on the board in an advisory/non-voting enjoyed many successful Strider events capacity and submitting articles to our since. I am married to Joseph Velez. I Rundown. With the youth being a huge have a son, Christopher, who is 17 years Sherry Celesia part of our overall membership, their Personal background: I’ve been running old and a senior at Cape Henry Collegiate. input could be invaluable! We need to since I was about 12 - starting with my dad He is on the 5 time TCIS tournament plan for the future of our club and get our and working up to a mile (seemed like such championship volleyball team and current youth excited about serving our running a long way back then!) I continued running state championship tennis team. I am a community. I would also like to help with with my husband, Angelo Celesia, and we graduate of Kempsville High School (class membership retention, following up on serve together heading up New Energy. of 1883), Virginia Wesleyan College (BA those who do not renew and making sure no Our son Charlie was a New Energy runner in Math/Computer Science 1987), and Old one falls through the cracks - phone calls, and benefited greatly from being a Strider Dominion University (MBA, 1992). I have emails, whatever it takes. Just as running member. Our daughter Jennifer doesn’t get accomplished many big races in my life, or walking can be a life-time activity, I to run much locally, but has run the Great but I definitely accomplished a huge goal want to focus on encouraging membership Wall Half Marathon and other races around this year by completing Augusta 70.3. in the Tidewater Striders to be a life-time the globe. I have been a Strider member commitment. 2. As A runner, I would like to see how I can since the mid 80s and have volunteered at help improve other people’s running. Also, various races and Strider booths through I would like to see what other products the the years. I have also been a mentor for Striders could offer for sale and look at Team in Training and a coach for Girls on ways to bring in new members. the Run. I’ve run 39 , 2 50ks 12 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 occasionally at race finish lines assisting. I love the running, walking and multisport arenas and always will. I am a Grand Prix runner soon to be a Grand Prix walker, thus appreciating more than one side of Strider competition. Why do I want to be on the Board? Because I am an action Type A personality. I believe in positive action and making logical and timely decisions and will make recommendations. I like fresh and new ideas. I believe in being in the front for the betterment of the club. I work hard, dedicate many hours and appreciate all the Randy Cook David ‘Dave’ Harrah friendships I have made along the way. I continue to learn. I want to be instrumental 1. Give a brief personal background. “Retired Navy “Mustang” (28.5 years), and provide impact. 13 years professional Baseball in sports I started running in high school (Maury What do I hope to accomplish? Propose High School) in the early 1960s and ran management, currently employed U.S. Government. and vote on key recommendations track and cross at Pittsburg St. (Kansas) and issues effecting the entire Strider University. I joined the Striders in 1974, In 1980, I ran my first road race at Mount community. Assist other Board members served on the Board for many years and Trashmore. It was called the Athletic and General members when I can. Provide was President in 1982 and grand prix Attic 10K. I ran this race with very little sound recommendations on every facet of winner for multiple years. I was elected to preparation and knowledge. Through the club operation and serve the membership to the Striders Hall of Fame in 2011. I started pain of it all, I was hooked. Thus began the best of my ability. To project a positive the team concept for the Striders and was a 32 year love of this sport. For the first image of what this club is all about. instrumental in starting the Grand Prix 25 years, I cared only to improve in all series. I was away from running for many distances as a middle of the pack runner years due to hip surgeries but I am back to and just set PRs whenever the feeling was running and volunteer when I can. right. I never had a goal to win a race, but I am a retired teacher so I have some to always do my best and to ALWAYS free time when I am not umpiring tennis finish. This 10K created my interest in tournaments throughout the Mid Atlantic other distances and I took to 5Ks, 10ks region. I coached at Granby and 10 Milers quite easily. In 1992 I ran High School for several years. my first (and only) marathon, Shamrock in 4:42, not a great time but enough to feel 2. What would you like to accomplish proud of my accomplishment. I continue during your term on the Board? to run through the years for fitness and I was on the committee that just completed on labor day weekend finished my 8th writing the 40 year history of the Tidewater Rock N Roll Half Marathon. In 2005, Striders. If I was elected I would like to I decided to change gears and do some be the “Historian” and keep up with this “giving back” to this sport that I love. project on a monthly/yearly basis so it will Thanks to Dan Edwards, I began the road be ready for the 50th anniversary. of volunteering (finish line) and jumped in 2010 at the opportunity to serve on the 3. What areas on the board interest you the Rich Hildreth Board of Directors as a result of a sudden most and why? 1. Brief Personal Background vacancy. As a Board member I have I’m 64 years old. I own a business renting What interests me the most is the team helped vote on issues effecting the entire and selling construction equipment. I’m competition. I would love to see the membership, created a new design race married with 4 grown children. No Striders have teams at the major races such singlet which has become quite popular, grandchildren yet. as Virginia 10 Miler, Annapolis 10 Miler, and recently volunteered to chair the 40th Mulberry Island Half Marathon, Bay Days, Anniversary History committee, which is I’ve been a member of the Strider board like we used to. I know there have been ads wrapping up a very time consuming project since 2005. I was president from 2006 to in the newsletter to recruit team members of writing each year and creating a single 2010. but there must be an incentive to get the source historical document. In addition, I 2. What do I want to accomplish on the best runners to go out of town and race and have served as a New Energy coach for 6 board? represent the club. seasons, working with our youth to promote At this point I just want to see the Striders fitness and health. I continue to volunteer continue their success going forward. We my time at race expo’s, and can be seen should be able to maintain our membership 13 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 base, and hopefully grow it. We should The Tidewater Striders has been around 2. What would you like to accomplish on be able to maintain the races we sponsor for 40 years. It has been a big part of my the board? and offer timing for, and we should be able life for the past 17 years. I want to work I feel that the Club has been on the correct to maintain the level of scholarships we on things that will keep the club relevant path toward providing quality races, quality currently offer. for the near and long term future. It is programs and events for the area’s running, 3. What interests me most? important to me that the club continue to walking and multi-sport communities. I Again, at this point what interests me most serve the needs of the running community look to become more involved in ways to is our volunteerism. We maintain a huge and that it be the positive influence on the improve our efforts to promote training list of volunteers and we depend on them running community that it always has been. programs for our members, growing our for everything. It’s important that we 3. What areas of the Board interest you the membership, and ensure we provide races continue to nurture and encourage them as most and Why? and events that everyone can enjoy. much as possible and I’m going to continue I served on the board for 3 years in the 90s. 3. What areas on the board interest you the to try to do that. I resigned when my husband accepted a most and why? new job in NC. During that time I chaired I am very interested in helping provided the awards committee, organized grand quality events to our strider community. prix results, stuffed news letters, and help I have always had the motto, “if you run organized racing teams. When we returned in them, you work them”. As a non-profit to Va. I did not return to the Board but volunteer group we try to provide running, volunteered as Committee Chairperson for walking and multi-sport events that serve the newsletter stuffing. My interests still our whole membership. Specifically with include working with the awards, on races the transfer of Breezy Point triathlon to the and helping teams. These are the things Striders last year I served as the committee closest to my personal interests. chair and the swim coordinator. I will be working very hard this year to enhance this local event and hopefully encourage first timers to try the Swim/Bike/Run. I will also be helping planning and execution of the 2013 Distance Series. Barb Mathewson 1. Give brief personal background. I graduated from Glassboro State College with a BA in Health and Physical Education. I have a MB in Recreation from Indiana State University. I coached High School Cross Country and Track for 20 years in Ct, Va, & NC. I have been teaching fitness class at the JCC for 9 years and at the YMCA for 5 years. I specialize in classes for active seniors. My students tell me that I am a positive role model for them in theses classes. Sharon Rodier I’ve been running for 31 years and 1. I’m seeking re-election to the Board of competing in for 13 years. I’ve the Striders for my 3rd term. I’ve been a Mel Williams completed 26 marathons and hundreds member of the Striders off and on since Personal background of races from 5k to the half marathon. I 1988 and have been on the Board for the I moved to the Tidewater area of Virginia have also finished 3 Ironmans, including last five years. I live in Norfolk with my in 1968, and am currently a professor finishing the World Championship Ironman family and when not out running or biking emeritus at Old Dominion University, in Kona in 2007 and 2009.. In 2006 I’m at work at NASA studying the earth. I having taught exercise science and sports I won my age group at the World 70.3 started running while in college and have nutrition over the course of 40 years. The Ironman in Clearwater, Fl. I hold several continued on an off for the last 35 years. following are some key highlights relative Va. State age group running records for There have been times when I only log to my experiences with the Tidewater various distances and have several course 15 miles a week and times when I log 50 Striders and running. records in Ct. miles a week. About six years ago I started Earlier activities I’ve been married for 31 years to my participating in and triathlons • Charter member and one of the 15 wonderful husband Rick. We have a dog starting as a novice and finally completing founders of the Striders; member named Bo. a couple of Ironman events. since 1972 2. What would you like to accomplish • Club president in 1979 during your term on the board? • Club vice president in 1978 and 1980 14 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 • Author of the first constitution and clubs in the country. As a Board member, bylaws for the club I would be interested in the function of Welcome Aboard • Member of the Board of Directors for all committees, and thus, as related to the We welcome new friends and possibly a total of approximately 20 years question, all areas of club operations are of some old friends to the Tidewater Striders! • Author of numerous columns for interest to me. Sydnee Ashley The Rundown on various scientific What would you like to accomplish Edward Bunker aspects of running during your term on the board? • Committee chair for numerous years, I should note that the members of the Zachary Davidson including the current year Board of Directors, over the course of the Jennifer Dizon o Advisory committee past decade, have done an exemplary job Jimmy Entas o Constitution and bylaws in maintaining the national reputation of committee the Tidewater Striders, and I would like Chester Flemming o Hall of Fame committee to help continue the club’s progress. As Jessica Freeman Recent activities in the past three years noted above, I would have an interest in the Mike Freeman • Conceived, developed, proposed, optimal functioning of all club committees Samantha Freeman and initiated the Tidewater Striders as a means of continuing the success of the Hall of Fame; wrote the policies and Striders, and would work with fellow Board Susan Freeman procedures. members to help continue the successful Zac Freeman • Conceived, developed, and directed accomplishments of the club through its Zane Freeman the Seashore Nature Trail 50K race various committees. for three years; received the Race One action I would propose to the Board Dean Harris Director of the Year award in 2012. is appointment of an ad hoc Strategic Cathy Hasle • Served on the ad hoc committee to Objectives committee to provide some Allison Hopkins write A 40-Year Narrative History major objectives for the club to pursue over Lauren Hopkins of the Tidewater Striders. Wrote the the next five years or so. Many organizations history for 17 of the 40 years. use this procedure, and I chaired such a Liz Hopkins Major accomplishments in running committee in 2004. I believe the club is Evan Johnson performance functioning very well at the present time, Jeffrey Klemmer • Former national age-group (45-49) but the development of specific strategic Lee LaMonica record holder in the 50K; (3:10 in objectives may provide the framework 1984) to move it to an even higher level in the Heaven McBride • Current state of Virginia record holder future. For example, one possible topic Jackie Naegele in four age groups; Half marathon for this committee would be discussion Steve Naegele (2), marathon (2) of the resurrection of the position of • Three time age-group award winner Executive Director. The position, although Lauren Park in the Boston Marathon still listed in the Bylaws of the club, has Genevieve Perez • Member of the Groundpounders, been vacant for nearly ten years. The Tom Reaves having completed all 37* Marine duties of the Executive Director could be Alex Rivera Corps Marathons revised, possibly including responsibilities o Multiple-year (19) age group award involving recruitment of major sponsors Alina Rivera winner for races, preparation of grant proposals for Eileen Rivera What areas on the board interest you the funding to develop exercise programs for Luke Rivera most and why? youth, cooperative events with other local As a charter member of the club, and as a running organizations, etc. Orlando Rivera longtime member of the Board of Directors, *EDITOR CHANGE - Since Mel Sean Roos I have a deep interest in multiple facets of submitted his nomination information, he Yvonne Saxon club operations. Currently, the club has completed the 37th Marine Corps Marathon Ryan Stalcup a total of 24 committees, alphabetically - I hope no one is offended that I changed from the Advisory committee to the his accomplishment from 36 to 37. Joe Telford Youth committee, and in the constitution MacKenzie Tracey each committee has a list of duties that RyLee Tracey will enable the club to fulfill its purposes. Furthermore, each committee has an Summer Vincent established list of policies and procedures Volunteer Catherine Williams to help accomplish its duties. My feeling is Star of the Sea 5k Deidre Williams some committees, such as the Membership November 4, 2012 and Race committees, may have responsibilities deserving more attention, Dan Edwards but it is the function of all committees that make the Striders one of the best running 15 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 TIDEWATER STRIDERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Minutes for September 4, 2012 The meeting was called to order at 6:37 by adopt-a - highway and be sure to represent Tidewater Strider Walking President, Jean Phelan. Steve Patterson and different cities of the Strider area. Committee Report for October Ryan Conrad were absent. There was a discussion of the Face Book 2012 The August Meeting Minutes were page “Tidewater Striders” which was not Committee Members: approved after corrections were made. created by our organization. Discussion Hartley Dewey – Chair was held that we do not have control of Presidents Report: Dwight Kane- Vice Chair contents or postings, because the public Volunteer Party/40th Anniversary Party Tom Gerhardt thinks that it is our page. We may be able will be held on Sunday November 4th at Richard Pidgeon to add a disclaimer to the site, but probably the Ocean View Fishing Pier from 1-4. Steve Shapiro cannot control the site. On October 6th, a race course measurement Lori Sherwood clinic by John Price will be held at Mt We have 1659 members as of the end the Heidi Sleasman August. Trashmore. The time is not yet scheduled. Activities: The Team Reimbursement policy was not VP Report: Walk Judges were provided to monitor shown as approved it the April minutes, Adopt-a- Highway is scheduled for Sunday. walkers at the following Walking Grand although approved. Motion was made and Sept 16th. Prix (WGP) races during the month: policy was approved to adopt the Team Treasurers Report: Reimbursement policy. However, it was • Memorial Scholarship 5K – 7/31/12 We are in the black in August from discussed that the policy should be in our (Approximately 40 walkers, 10 were Memorial races revenues. Policy and Procedure format. Steve S. Striders) $550 was spent on the picnic last month will reformat the policy to be presented • Tidewater Striders 1500 Meter which is about half of what it had cost at the next meeting. Discussion continued Racewalk – 8/18/12 (14 walkers, 12 when the picnic was catered. This year we that most policies need to be updated and were Striders) had better food and more people. Dan has volunteers are needed to assist. We will • Mulberry Half Marathon 9/22/12 – 5 agreed to host the picnic next year. ask for volunteers in the RunDown for members to be on committees and update walkers – all were Striders) Profit/lost – Questions on Distance series. our policies and procedures. • Neptune Festival 8K (9/29/12) – (27 Dan explained the accounting period often walkers, 3 were Striders) does not reflect the actual revenue generated Grand Prix: Teams, running and walkers or expenses of any particular races. standing are up to date. Notes: The Tidewater Striders sent two team to the Youth Development was also discussed. Race committee: Dan went over the 5K USATF Racewalk Championship and New Energy also receives sponsorship by upcoming races. On Sunday, Oct 21 National Junior Division Championship, local organizations. Discussion was held volunteers are needed to notify the held in Kingsport, TN on September 29, of how we could promote sponsorship neighborhood of Turkey Trot. This is a 2012. The Men’s Team comprised of to support club functions and how we stipulation of our permit. Hartley Dewey, Tom Gerhardt and Steve could get members to actively solicit Rich brought up the idea if we could have Shapiro. Steve Durrant also competed. The sponsorships. an “App” for our race schedule for cell Women’s Team will comprise of Cindy Dan presented a new format for the monthly phones. We could offer the race schedule, Alexander, Rebecca Garson and Kathy financial report for the RunDown. changes and additions, etc. Nash. Judy Paschall also attended and Dave reported that our booth was fully Distance Series - we still do not have worked the DQ board as a volunteer. A full staffed at the Rock and Roll expo. $240 approval from Chesapeake for the Distance report and photos were submitted to the was collected on the sale of singlets and Series to be held at Dismal Swamp, but rundown. 4 memberships. New Energy runners also we will hear in October. Flyer will be put staffed the booth. together now, so we can announce the races immediately when we get approval for the In addition to making sure that we have venue. enough information at the booth, especially New Energy material, Sharon suggested Dave reported that the Strider history is the idea of designing a fabric backdrop, progressing with 1972 – 2001 and most featuring key races, Turkey Trot, ERR and completed through 2007. Ada has been also community activities like adopt- a- involved in getting photos for the project highway to attract attention to the booth. which is steadily making progress towards Banners on fabric can be folded and kept completion. The first 5 years appeared in easily for transport. The idea was seen this month’s RunDown. as very positive and everyone was asked Meeting adjourned at 7:52. to compile design ideas for the banners, Submitted by including races, New Energy activities, Deb Sommer 16 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 New Energy Tidewater Striders Youth Running Group Head Coach: Angelo Celesia [email protected] 288-7715 HS Cross Country Fall Season is coming to an End Two New Energy Runners qualified for the Eastern Region Cross Country Three Locations for New Energy Runners Championships. Thomas Amabile of Grassfield High ran 17:03 to finish 8th in Location When the SE District. Will Verhappen of Granby Norview High School Track - Norfolk Thurs 6 - 7pm High was 3rd in the Eastern District. For Norfolk details, contact Coach Dave McDonald, dave@ They both performed well at the Regional meditationhamptonroads.com meet at Bells Mill in Chesapeake. Thomas finished 17th Overall, 3rd Freshman, Sleepy Hole Park - Suffolk and just missed qualifying for state! Will Suffolk will have a few team/group workouts on non-race Saturdays was 43rd Overall and the 4th Freshman. as temps allow during Nov, Dec and Jan. Suffolk runners will be Will was less than a minute away from alerted via Suffolk New Energy Group email list as those dates qualifying for the State Championships. approach. The first one will be on Sat. Nov 17th as a tune-up Congratulations to Will and Thomas for an for the Turkey Trot, time TBD for details, contact Coach Steve, awesome season and a great start to a High [email protected] School running career. Mt Trashmore - Virginia Beach Tues/Thurs 4:45 - 5:20pm 2012 Youth Grand Prix The last practice will be November 20th. For Virginia Beach details, contact Coach Angelo Celesia acelesia@ November 22nd - Turkey Trot 1 aol.com Mile Final Race of the YGP Season Volunteers are also needed, please contact Dick Brothers via email. Important New Energy Links Current Standings Register for New Energy Male Youth New Energy Page at TidewaterStriders.com Female Youth Facebook New Energy Calendar New Energy Uniforms Please email us at [email protected] AAU Cross Country if you need any of the following: The AAU Districts were moved to Churchland High School which enabled Uniforms - Singlet and shorts more of our runners to participate on $10.00 per set (youth and November 3rd. adult sizes - sm, med, large) Results from Districts were not available Warmups - Hoodie and sweats when the Rundown was completed but $10.00 per set (kids run a little we do have pictures, courtesty of Eileen small) Werve. T Shirts - Adult sizes only Everyone who participated in Districts is $10.00 each (limited sizes) eligible to compete at the AAU Nationals, Team manager Deb Redmond will which is not that faraway from Hampton have your gear, usually at the next Roads. The nationals are on December 1, Tuesday’s practice. A check made out 2012 in Rock Hill, SC. to the Tidewater Striders is preferable. To the left is Mason Pratt competing at AAU You will need to show her your runner’s Districts, which is essentially the AAU Vir- club membership card or payment ginia State Championship. Photo courtesy receipt to pick up your gear. Our of Eileen Werve club subsidizes most of the cost so membership is required. 17 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Getting to Know Cindy & Ada Volunteer Opportunities If you’ve been following along for the past several months, you understand the title of this article. Cindy continues her streak of Tidewater Striders Booth at Wicked 10k Expo answering and I continue asking. Last month I asked “What is the We will be having a booth at the Wicked 10K expo. Hours are 11 best act of sportsmanship you’ve seen at a race?” to 8 on Friday, October 26th at the VB Convention Center. I’m looking for volunteers to man the Strider’s booth. Prefer a two Getting Through the Last Mile hour commitment. Interested? Jean Phelan, [email protected] Let me briefly explain why I cherish the photo below and how Also, stop by the booth and register to win some Strider apparel. it applies to your question. This picture was taken at a Neptune You do not need to be present to win. You can get the latest race Festival 8K, I forget which year. Although it looks like we all are schedule & race flyers. racing together, I am the only one still in the race. This was my first race after a 6 month foot injury layoff and I was struggling. Membership Drive Chairperson With still about a mile to go, I look up and see four walkers The board is looking to have a serious drive to increase the Strider coming towards me, all smiling. Kathy, Karen, Anita and Eric membership and thus our presence in Hampton Roads. However, had all finished the race and immediately turned around to find as always, a volunteer is needed to implement the idea. If you are me and make sure I was not re-injured some where out on the interested, please contact Jean Phelan, [email protected] course. Once they found me, they paced me to the finish. To me, Race Volunteers this picture represents the true spirit of not only sportsmanship but If you’re not running help out on race day as a course marshal, of the Strider walkers. We look out for each other. We celebrate registration or at the Finish Line. If you are running, you can still our victories, console each other in our defeats and turn around to help at packet pick-ups for the larger club events. find our lost competitors. Kathy, Karen, Anita and Eric no longer race the same races I do but they will always be with me when I’m For Club Races, volunteers are needed for all aspects of the event struggling through that last mile. from race registration to course set-up and take-down along with the finish line. Check out the race schedule for upcoming events ~Cindy Alexander and than contact Dan Edwards to volunteer at an upcoming race. Getting Through the Last Leg of a Triathlon Ironically, my other story about great sportsmanship also concerns Rundown Articles the final finisher at a race. At most triathlons the transition area Submit an article for the e-Rundown, ideas include but not limited does not open up until the last cyclist clears the bike course and to training routines, exercises, nutrition, funny stories, race is heading out on to the run. At Breezy Point one year, the overall reviews, favorite workouts, etc. Send articles to Ada Lester, ada@ champion, the person who was waiting the longest, redid the 5k triduo.com with the final finisher! Pretty Sweet! Committees Question for the December Rundown: Pick a committees that interests you and contact the committee chair. Grab those extra 50 points for the Grand Prix Please send your dream gift ideas to [email protected] Send them competitions, VOLUNTEER! now before you forget and to ensure your Santa knows what to bring you for Christmas.

From the 2007 Neptune Festival, Kathy Nash, Karen Williams, Anita Keegan, and Eric Busam return to give moral support to Cindy (in pink shorts, 2nd from right) as she finishes up the 8k. Team fellowship and Sportsmanship at it’s best!

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Course Certification Volunteers On October 6, John Price with help Turkey Trot Notices from Ron Jones gave a detailed talk on October 21, 2012 measuring race courses and getting them As part of the preparation for Turkey certified to 8 strider members interested in Trot, the Striders must notify the resi- expanding the data base of members with dents of the neighborhoods by placing this knowledge and capability. The talk door hangers along the route. lasted for about 2-1/2 hours and included Jean Phelan all phases of the process including hands Linda Palluch on demonstrations and calculations. Sue Edwards To the left, John Price leads the class in course measurement at Mount Trashmore. Dan Edwards Poorboy Breeden Beverly Breeden Deb Sommer Running Grand Prix 2012 Tidewater Striders Dick Kole Rhonda Double EVENT DATE Multi-Sport Grand Prix Blake Laing Turkey Trot 10 Thanksgiving Series Gail Biermann Jingle Bell 5K December 1 Only Strider members who contact the Rachel Hammond Check the online list for the Running Multi-Sport Grand Prix Coordinator Grand Prix at http://tidewaterstriders.com/ ([email protected]) will be tracked in Glenda Dennison docs/gp_entrants12.pdf to see if you are the Tidewater Multi-Sport Strider Grand Rich Hildreth registered. Prix. More volunteers will be To score in the Running Grand Prix you The GP Schedule is available on the needed at packet pick-up on Striders website. must be registered with Marie Price, run@ Wednesday, November 21 cox.net. The Multi-Sport GP is done for 2012. and on Race Day. Results are available on the website.

Last Call for Tidewater Striders 2013 Hall of Fame Nominations by Mel Williams Nominations are open for election to the Click on Hall of Fame Nominations link Hall of Fame P&P Revised Tidewater Striders Hall of Fame, Class in the left hand column. Details regarding The initial Strider Hall of Fame Policy and of 2013. Individuals may be nominated required information, accompanied by an Procedure contained instructions for the for their accomplishments in the areas of example of a submitted nomination, are initial nomination process and subsequent competition, volunteerism, or profession- presented. A list of members inducted in years. This change took out the original related endeavors, or a combination of the classes of 2011 and 2012, along with process instructions. these areas. some of their major accomplishments, All Policy and Procedures can be found on may also be accessed via the Hall of Fame Individuals nominated for membership in the Striders website. the Hall of Fame must have been members Members link of the Tidewater Striders for a minimum Nominations must be received by of ten (10) years. Individuals may use a November 17, 2012. Specific directions SAVE THE DATE self-nomination process or be nominated for the nomination process are presented by other club members, the latter having on the website and must be submitted been members of the Tidewater Striders for electronically in Word format. Email to Annual Banquet at least five (5) years. A maximum of five Mel Williams at [email protected]. The (5) members will be inducted for the class Hall of Fame committee will select the February 2, 2013 of 2013. Self-nominations will receive the inductees by mid-December. Inductees will This if not just for awardees but a same respect and consideration as member- be notified before the end of the year, and chance to honor our top athletes, sponsored nominations. will be inducted at the Tidewater Striders volunteers and the 2013 Hall of Awards Banquet in early 2013. The nomination form may be found on the Fame Inductees. club’s website, www.tidewaterstriders.com. 19 The RUNDOWN - November 2012

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Freedom Marathon News Strider Discount Use Code TWS-V20121111A during the registration process. This code is not valid for the 5k or 1 Mile events. Strider Teams The Tidewater Striders are fielding a team for the 11 November Norfolk Freedom 1/2 (we are defending champions) and Full Marathon Organizational Cup Challenge. Our initial list has been submitted but we can add to the list to ensure we maintain the minimum of 5. We are accepting all names, speed does not mat- ter. The top 3 finishers score. All participants remain eligible for age group awards and receive an individual finisher medal. Please contact Gene Edwards at [email protected] if you are interested in participating. Busch gardens williamsburg December 2, 2012 All 2012 Grand Prix Races All the runners listed below have completed all the 2012 Grand Prix Races thru the Neptune 8k Betty Brothers Susan Hagel Tony Heimer Mike Kottmer Christine Leiding Jon Leiding Steve Scudder

Next Grand Prix Race:

Thanksgiving Day, November 22nd - Turkey Trot 10k

20 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Tidewater Striders Training Sites Weekday Training Weekend Training Location: Great Neck & Seatack Recreation Centers Location: Visitor’s Center of First Landing State Park Coached Swim Workouts by Betsy Durrant & Days: Saturdays Karen Mickunas Time: 7:00 AM Days & Times: Distances: Varies. We run from 12 to 20 miles depend- Great Neck Recreation Center ing on training for marathons Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 7:45 – 8:45 a.m. Pace: Generally 9:30 miles Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 – 8:00 a.m. Number of runners: Varies. Ranges from 4 to 10 Seatack Recreation Center Reason to run with us: We run at a pace representa- Monday & Wednesday 6:30=7:30 PM tive of middle of the pack marathoners and are a diverse Pace: All levels welcome! group with discussions that include anything. We even Reason to swim with us: The only way to improve discuss politics and religion. your swim split is to swim, so join us in the water for a Contact: Rich Hildreth @ 481-9027 or 377-4130 coached workout. The cost is $4 per class; punch cards [email protected] or Doug are available at the front desk. Dugroo [email protected] Contact: Betsy Durrant ([email protected]) Location: Final Kick Sports at Great Neck, VB Location: Great Neck Middle School Track Days: Saturday morning Coached by Dai Roberts [email protected] Time: 7:30 AM When: Tuesdays - Meet at FKS 5:45pm or Track 6pm Distances: Long run in First Landing State Park Reason to run with us: Multiple groups of different pace Pace: All ability levels and paces runners. Training with similar paced runners provides Number of runners: Anywhere from 30 – 60 runners mutual benefits for all. Reason to run with us: Great social atmosphere with a Location: Group meets at Running Etc, 1707 Colley wide range of ability levels. Ave., Norfolk. Contact: Final Kick Sports 757-481-3400 Days: Tuesday and Thursday evenings Time: 5:30 PM. Sources for Group Workouts: Check the websites at www.finalkick.com, www.runningetc.com, Tuesday workout: 5-8 miles total interval distances and www.meetup.com/hamptonroadsrunners range from 400 meters to 1 mile. The workouts are Walker Training and Workouts The Strider Walkers located on a measured Graydon Ave.“street course” in hold many informal walks with various starting points, distances and West Ghent. Geared for runners with 5K pace of 5:30 to paces. If you’d like to be notified of any walks being held contact Heidi 9:00 minutes per mile pace. Sleasman at [email protected] to be added to their distribution list. Thursday workout: 6 to 10 miles. Training runs, tempo runs, or depending on a group’s desires, just an easy run. Pace varies from 5:30 to 9:45 minutes per mile. Number of runners: 15 to 30 The Tidewater Striders Training Sites column is Reason to run with us: Improve your race times by designed to list training sites organized by Tidewater running a structured workout and meet other runners Strider members throughout the Southside Hampton with similar goals. Roads area. It complements information provided on the Contact: Running Etc, 627-1500 Tidewater Striders website. Provide info to newsletter@ tidewaterstriders.com One Time Training Events may Location: Running Etc at Virginia Beach, Regency also be listed. Hilltop Shopping Center, 1940 Laskin Road Suite 308 Days/Time: Wednesday evenings at 5:30 PM. Training Run: 4 to 8 miles easy run Pace: 7 to 10 minute mile Number of runners: 10 to 15 Reason to run with us: mid week run with a fun group Contact: Mark @ Running Etc, 491-2340 21 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 All Access October 13, 2012 - Virginia Beach, VA 5k Finishers: 153 1 Mile Finishers: 6 Race Summary & Highlights: Volunteers Which is more impressive that Ryan Carroll ran a 15:23 5k or that Steve Speirs ran in Beverly Breeden 20:11 but stopped to eat a Moes Burritto. Brian Breeden Steve will have plenty more of them this year as the winners of the Moes Challenge Rick Brown gets a year’s worth! Taytem Riley was the Sharon Brown woman’s Moes Challenge winner but was followed closely by Stephanie Manny. The Bob Curtain, Jr. fastest woman in the 5k was Mollie Turner Eric Cowell of Chesapeake. Coming in second and third respectively were Nicole Carson and Jennifer Cowell Margaret Taylor. Virginia Davis Complete results are available at http:// Sue Edwards www.tidewaterstriders.com/ Debbie Redmond More pictures are available at CHXphotography.com Terri Weaver Jan Yerkes

Starting directly below and going clock- wise: Western Branch Cross Country runners testing out Moe’s products. Curtis Simone finishes up the 5k. Craig Borkman captures the 45-49 age group in 19:18. Winning another one, Ryan Carroll crushes the course in 15:23. Running Etc runners, Steve Speirs and Stephanie Manny (in background) enjoy a break from the 5k and munch down a Moe’s Burritto. Steve earned a year’s supply! More photos are available at and are courtesy of CHXphotography.com

22 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Grunt Run ODU Homecoming 5k October 13, 2012 - Chesapeake, VA October 14, 2012 Finishers: 594 Norfolk, VA Race Summary & Highlights: 5k Finishers: 156 Volunteers With rain helping swamp the course just Brian Breeden days before the event, the course was even more challenging...just the way MWR Volunteers Rick Brown wanted! Race day was a beautiful sunny Rick Brown day. Sharon Brown Sharon Brown Virginia Davis Almost 600 runners completed the course. The top two finishers overall were the first Bob Curtin, Jr. Dan Edwards male runner, Chadwick Shray in 34:05 Virginia Davis Sue Edwards and Strider Clink Gebke. The first female runner was Michelle Stauffer in 35:12. Dan Edwards Bill Fox Obviously these runners did not have as Bill Fox Don Greene much fun as the rest of the field as some Don Greene runners were ‘playing’ on the course for over 2 hours. Jean Phelan Complete results are available at http:// Steve Ratajczak www.tidewaterstriders.com/ Mel Williams

Race Summary & Highlights: Since this was on the ODU campus there was a better than average turnout among college age students. However, it was a faculty member, Eddie Hill, that out ran them all. Eddie finished in 17:40, he was followed by Jacob Summer of Norfolk and Eric Berge of Poquoson. On the women’s side Kimberly Burgess finished first, second was Blair Fine, and rounding up the top three women was Jami Callahan-Brill. The ODU Homecoming 5k is put on by the Department of Accounting so there are some special categories. The top Alumnus was Don Davis, first accountant was Ryan Young, the first ODU Student was John Winchester in 20:14, and the top faculty member after overall winner, Eddie HIll, was Matthew Wilson. Complete results are online at TidewaterStriders.com.

Starting with the start to the immediate left and going clockwise: Yes, the field of com- petitors were clean at the start. One of the many obstacles was a rope fence climb. Deanna Coddington emerges from a mud- dy low crawl. An unknown athlete scales a high wall!

23 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 From Here to Eternity Young Strider October 20, 2012 - Norfolk, VA 5k Finishers: 133 at RNR eptember irginia Race Summary & Highlights: S 2, 2012 - V Definitely a different venue for a race but it Beach, Va. is traffic free except for the ghosts. Oops, due to a name confusion in the The top Strider runner was John Lomogda membership database, 12 year old Grant who won the Men 40-49 in 20:01. Hinshaw was left out of the list of Striders who completed the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Strider Masters Women swept the 50- Marathon in Virginia Beach. Grant ran 59 age group with Sunny Fox, Beverly with his Dad, David. This was his first Half Breeden and Carole Bachman. Marathon and they finished with smiles! Complete results are online at Grant Hinshaw 3:14:03 Half Marathon TidewaterStriders.com.

Beverly Breeden celebrated aging up by Volunteers taking 2nd place in her new age group at Beverly Breeden the From Here to Eternity 5k. She’s definite- ly on the right side of the grass for this race! Poor Boy Breeden Picture courtesy of Sunny Fox. Sharon Brown Rick Brown Virginia Davis After the 5k thru the cemetery, a gathering of Striders show off their hardware, from Bill Fox left to right: Nancy Reeves, Carole Bach- man, Gene Bachman, Elizabeth Campos, Sunny Fox Sunny Fox, Virginia Davis, Beverly Breeden & ‘Poor Boy’ Breeden. Picture courtesy of Don Greene Sunny Fox.

24 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Women on the Run October 21, 2012 - Virginia Beach, VA 5k Finishers: 48 1 Mile Finishers: 31 Race Summary & Highlights: Special prizes went to participants that Volunteers dress like detectives or Veronica, the heroine of MOCA’s Woman on the the Run Beverly Breeden exhibition. Poor Boy Breeden It was all Strider blue for the 5k and One Sharon Brown Mile at the Women on the Run race. About 2 dozen New Energy runners hit the street Rick Brown on a nice days for PRs....and there were a Dan Edwards bunch of them on a true one mile course. Bill Fox Several runners have dropped a minute off last seasons’ time and it is getting tougher Sunny Fox for us (or at least me) to keep up with them. Don Greene The highlight of the day was 11-year old Ben Werve, who posted the fastest times of the day in both the 5k and 1 Mile distances. He was well under 20 minutes in the 5k with a 19:31 and ran 5:35 in the mile. Above, Tyler Fritz cruises to first place in his age group for the mile. Below, Sydnee Ash- New Energy had seven runners sub 6:30 ley and Amy Terminello pace each other in with three of them sub 6:00. Our girls, as the mile. To the immediate right, Deborah always, show strong depth. Chovane and Linda Duchaire get in the spirit of the event! Below and to the right is Complete results are online at Alexis Hunter on the way to winning her age TidewaterStriders.com. group. Photos courtesy of Eileen Werve.

25 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Wicked 10k October 27, 2012 - Virginia Beach, VA 10k Finishers: xx Race Summary & Highlights: Despite the looming arrival of Hurricane Sandy off the Virginia Beach, Virginia Tidewater Striders Booth coastline, over 9,000 Halloween revelers at Wicked 10k Expo donned not only their costumes, but also October 26 their running shoes. Sandy’s predicted high winds and potential beach erosion did Volunteers necessitate one major change, however, as Amiele Barakey race directors Jerry & Amy Frostick and Jami Brill their staff made the decision early Friday to move the festive post-race party from the Eric Cash beach to the Virginia Beach Convention Randy Cook Center – site of the Sports & Fitness Expo held the day before the event. Lori Hall On the competitive side, Ryan Carroll was Dave Harrah the repeat men’s open champion, taking the Rich Hildreth crown with a 32:51 finish in near gale force winds. Steve Slaby of Virginia Beach was Jean Phelan second in 34:00, and Gregory Mariano of Ann & Bob Stern Alexandria, Virginia finished third in 34:20. Deanna Webster On the women’s side, 19-year old Emily Above, Running Etc’s Tide led by Drew Mid- land arrives just in time to the finish. Photo Denning – also of Portsmouth, Virginia – copyright Keith Bernstein/J&A Racing Inc. took the open crown with a 38:11 finish. Second place went to Brittany Van Nielsen Buxton, North Carolina in 38:01. Dolores of Norfolk, with a 39:20 finish. Elizabeth Ware of Virginia Beach led all masters Knize of Midlothian, Virginia finished third women in 41:42, followed by Tricia Lee of in 39:31. Virginia Beach in 42:02, and Leisa Villani For the masters, Andy Johnson of Dayton, of Virginia Beach in 43:38. Below, a school of fish tease an unknown Ohio, took the men’s crown in 34:38, Source: J&A Racing Press Release fisherman who may decide to keep his followed by Robert Dinterman of Moyock, “mermaid”. Photo copyright Cindy Graf/J&A North Carolina in 37:15, and Keith Gray of Complete results are at Wicked10k.com Racing Inc

26 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Race For Breath November 3, 2012 - Virginia Beach, VA 5k Finishers: 215 plus many more untimed

Volunteers Beverly Breeden Brian Breeden Dick Brothers Rick Brown Virginia Davis Evie Foster Terry Foster Dan Edwards Don Greene Dwight Kane Brian Sagedy

Race Summary & Highlights: Strider Billy Chorey set a fast pace for the 5k finishing a minute ahead of Peter Mitchell. Third place was Josh Woton of Portsmouth. On the women’s side, Jackie Tugman of Virginia Beach was first followed by Christine Loehr and Kelly Burke Jennings, both from Chesapeake. The mile event was untimed. Complete results are available at http:// www.tidewaterstriders.com/ More photos are available at TriDuo.com

From top left going clockwise: Kris Duke, 4th in his age group but the 2nd 39 year old in the 10 year age group. Billy Chorey, overall winner, heads home. Placing 2nd in his age group is Joshua Ellis, also closer in age to the end of the 10 year old bracket. Just one place away from hardware, Tony Olcott was fourth in his age group. Deanna Kringel, peeled off a layer as the sun won the heat battle over the wind. More photos are available at TriDuo.com

27 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Striders on the Road by Steve Scudder If you’ve been racing on the road, please let Steve know for running events. E-mail your name, race name, location, date and your results to [email protected] for running events If the full results are available online, please provide that link so that other Striders might be identified. This is a great opportunity to let Striders know about other events out of the area. When sending in your results, please consider including a little write-up about your experience. If you’re a new or recently renewed Strider and we omitted you in the “Striders on the Road,” it’s probably due to the membership data Steve had available this month. We apologize. Iris Welsch will be collecting on the road results for multisport events, please e-mail Iris at [email protected] those results. Odyssey Trail Marathon & Half- Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Medoc Trail Marathon & 10 Miler Marathon October 7, 2012 October 13, 2012 - Hollister, N.C. September 8, 2012 Minneapolis/St.Paul, Minn. Marathon Douthat State Park; Millboro, Va. Kristen Lawrence 2:50:50 Michael Nicolaides 5:36:40 In addtion to last month’s postings: Robert Rantanen 3:57:03 Michele Smith-Harden 4:38:11 (3 A/G) Half Marathon http://www.tcmevents.org 10 Miler Diane Haupt 2:13:09 (2 O/A) Curtis Consalvo 1:22:06 http://www.oarevents.com/ Bank of America Chicago Brian Jeffreys 1:39:54 events/2012/Trail_Running_ Marathon http://www.medoctrailmarathon.com October 7, 2012 - Chicago, Ill. Rampage_2012.shtml United Healthcare Half Marathon Natalie Hoffman 4:31:50 October 14, 2012 - Newport, R.I. Erie Marathon at Presque Isle Michael Hoffman 4:31:50 September 16, 2012 Kevin Lane 3:59:11 Richard Foley 1:44:28 Erie, Pa. http://www.chicagomarathon.com Shawna Gugel 2:25:31 http://www.amicamarathon.com In addtion to last month’s postings: Woodrow Wilson Bridge Half Half Marathon Nike Women’s Marathon Tom Gerhardt 2:20:09 Marathon October 14, 2012 - San Francisco, CA October 7, 2012 Notes from Tom: I noticed the Erie Lauren Ascah 4:44:23 Mt. Vernon Estates (Alexandria, Va.) to Marathon Race Report by Sam http://www.nikemarathon.com Wittenberg on page 29 of the latest National Harbor, Md. edition of the Tidewater Striders’ Elizabeth McLeod 1:55:28 Monster “Mash” Marathon Rundown. I, too, was at Presque Isle Rodney Perdue 2:27:19 October 20, 2012 - Dover, Del. that weekend, and did successfully Eileen Werve 2:27:19 Michael Rodriguez 3:59:34 defend my crown as the Erie Half https://register.racedctiming. http://www.piranha-sports.com/ Marathon Walk champion and was com/results/default. Race197.aspx awarded a beautiful framed watercolor aspx?event=15252&r=3697 of the Presque Isle lighthouse. I too Myrtle Beach Mini (Half) believe that this is a worthwhile event Under Armour Baltimore Marathon to travel 500+ miles to attend. I thought Marathon & Half Marathon, October 21, 2012 - Myrtle Beach, S.C. October 13, 2012 - Baltimore, Md. the weather was perfect, though it had Bryon Greenwald 2:16:52 rained the night before...55 degrees Marathon Rachel Greenwald 2:17:04 and a few sprinkles is OK by me! Curtis Sturkie 5:12:57 Rebecca Greenwald 2:17:04 http://www.eriemarathon.org Half Marathon http://www.runmyrtlebeach.com Charla Diggs 2:12:14 Maymont X-Country 8 Miler Nicholas Diggs 2:12:13 Nationwide Children’s Hospital September 29, 2012 Joshua Ellis 2:10:07 Columbus Marathon Maymont Park; Richmond, Va. Marie Price 2:07:17 October 21, 2012 - Columbus, Ohio Maria Peters 1:53:54 Bill Price 1:46:52 Tommy Neeson 3:13:13 Steven Peters 1:15:15 Bethany Sanchez 2:08:42 http://www.columbusmarathon.com http://www.sportsbackers.org http://www.thebaltimoremarathon.com Crozet Trails Virginia 10-Miler ING Hartford Marathon October 21, 2012 - Crozet,Va. September 29, 2012 - Lynchburg, Va. October 13, 2012 - Hartford, Conn. Tom Gerhardt 23:46 (1 A/G) James Mamrot 1:39:16 Elizabeth McLeod 4:14:24 Niagara Falls International Elizabeth McLeod 1:29:06 Goody Tyler 5:24:11 Nan Park 1:29:17 http://www.inghartfordmarathon.com Marathon October 21, 2012 Drew Park 1:20:18 http://www.virginiatenmiler.com/ Niagara Falls, Ontario Melissa Brichacek 5:46:00 Lori Sherwood 6:03:48 http://www.niagarafallsmarathon.com/

28 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Marine Corps Marathon Ironman August 70.3 October 28, 2012 - Washington, D.C. September 30, 2012 - Augusta, GA Roger Baxter 4:37:37 Ironman Augusta 70.3 was my first Jen Bibb 4:02:23 attempt at the half distance. The day Roy Blakeburn 4:23:57 started off overcast and in the mid 60’s William Bostelman 4:56:45 (and stayed there through the day). Patti Bright 5:07:21 The water temp was 76 degrees so it Lynette Carruth 5:07:16 was wetsuit legal. My wave was 11 out Nancy Delaney 3:49:08 of 25 so start time was 8:12 for women Nicholas Diggs 5:24:08 45-49. The swim was with the current Kris Duke 4:48:54 in the Savannah River, guaranteed a Peter Gerlach 3:56:41 PR for the distance. There were wet- Tracy Hoffman 5:54:50 suit strippers, so getting the wetsuit off George Howell 4:05:16 was not a problem. The bike course JJ Johnson 3:45:08 was very hilly, especially for us flat- Michael Kottmer 4:41:26 landers. I was amazed at how many Bradley Kuether 4:12:29 people I passed on the uphills. The run Denaze Llewellyn 5:55:32 was pancake flat with 2 loops through Duane Lougee 4:36:49 downtown Augusta. Can’t wait for the Tom Murphy 3:37:15 next one! Tommy Neeson 3:24:29 ~Lisa Armistead Michael Nicolaides 5:13:14 Jonathan Nobles 5:27:38 Rosemary Plum 5:22:43 Hobie Ritzel 4:23:56 Dolores Roberts 5:09:14 Steve Scudder 6:50:25 Margaret Seymour 4:44:16 Ironman August 70.3 Ashley Shoquist 4:53:47 September 30, 2012 - Augusta, GA Denise Singleton 6:02:41 1.2 Mile Open Water Swim ~ 56 Mile Bike ~ 13.1 Heidi Sleasman 5:02:09 Swim T1 Bike T2 Run Total Susan Snead 5:22:45 Lisa Armistead 35:44 5:25 3:00:06 4:36 1:57:41 5:43:32 Mary Spear 5:54:28 Terence Toatley 4:15:36 Robert Veland 4:52:50 Jill Violini 4:58:00 Mel Williams 5:51:58 Sam Wittenberg 4:37:30 Daniel Zickefoose 4:53:06 http://www.marinemarathon.com

New Energy Runners qualify for a “Striders on the Road” event. By competing in the AAU District meet, the runners qualified for AAU Cross Country Nationals in December. From left to right: Jada Smith, Julia Ham- rick, and Ben Werve. Photos courtesy of Eileen Werve

29 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Men’s masters – Jack Jarrett Strider History Coming Together Men’s Seniors – Cokey Daman A small cadre of Tidewater Striders consisting of Dave Harrah Membership – Cheryl MacDonald (chair), Mel Williams, Randy Cook, and Sam Wittenburg are Shamrock – Jerry Bocrie attempting to write the “40th anniversary” history of the club. Anyone interested in helping to accomplish this noteworthy project Transportation – Preston Springston or offering a piece of nostalgic that might be photographed should Legal Counsel – Tom Franz contact Dave Harrah at “[email protected]” or 757-443-9249. Medical advisors – Rudi Schuster, Jay Tischler, Steve Taubman Additionally, Buddy Levitin, like Dan Edwards, is a member of the committee but does not have the responsibility for the actual Board members took turns hosting the Board Meetings. At writing of any of the chapters. Buddy has written the History of the January meeting, the proposed budget included funds Walking in the Tidewater Striders and that is a key resource used for both men’s and women’s teams, newsletter costs, club by the authors in relationship to the walking aspect of each year. operations and other miscellaneous items for a total of Pictures are being gathered by Ada & Allen Lester. Many pictures $11,150. The budget also included $1,000 for youth teams are being rescanned from earlier Strider newsletters; however, and $500 for scholarships. actual photographic prints from the pre-digital error would be welcome. The Board developed procedures for the presentation of proposals at its meetings. The proposal, with underlying The History of the Tidewater rationale, must be presented to all Board members at least a week before the meeting. (This was long before Email Striders communication.) In January, Charlie George proposed a This month we present 1982-1986 of the History. compensation schedule for the race coordinator, which was approved at the February meeting. Jan Forrester developed 1982 a proposal involving the preparation and presentation of a by Mel Williams monthly financial statement to be presented to the Board, Introduction detailing all receipts and expenses from the previous month. The proposal was accepted. The Tidewater Striders continued to grow, increasing not only in membership but also its involvement in various Bernie Duffy arranged the annual banquet at the Breezy aspects of running. In the October issue of The Rundown, Point Officers Club at the Naval Operations Base in Norfolk. the editors noted that according to the Road Runners Club of The club had use of the facility until closing time. The awards America, the Striders rank 12th in the nation in membership. ceremony followed dinner at 8:30 and Duffy announced Membership was over 2,000 in September. The club was that there will be a at 3:00 AM. involved in the production of approximately 45 races over Membership grew during the year. In February, there were the course of the year, and the first Grand Prix awards for 1,216 members, increasing to 2,061 by September. Club race performance would be provided to club members. dues were $8 for individuals, $12.00 for a family, and $75 Club operations for Golden Runners. Other major sources of revenue for the club included the Shamrock Marathon, the Greenbrier Race, The Board of Directors and their positions at the beginning and the Turkey Trot. The treasury balance varied throughout of 1982 are listed below. the year, being $4,550 in May, $3,383 in September, and President and Submasters Committee – Randy Cook $2,721 in October. Vice President and Programs – Bernie Duffy The Women’s meetings continued during the year and Secretary and Club Historian – Don Martin usually involved a guest speaker on some aspect of running. Treasurer – John Gray Men were invited to the meetings. Public Relations and Publicity – Jan Forrester Long Distance Race Coordinator – Charlie George Through the efforts of President Cook, the Striders pursued Newsletter editor – Ken Martin the installation of a water fountain at the junction of th64 Course Certification – John Peele Street and the Cape Henry Trail. Thousands of thirsty Women’s Committee – Sonya Whitley runners would eventually appreciate this action. Board member – Dave McDonald Newsletter Board member – Glen Logan Ken and Don Martin continued to improve the quality ofThe Board Member – Mel Williams Rundown with full page photos of various races, such as the start of the Elizabeth River Run. What a mass of runners! In Other key chairpersons within the club were also listed in the May issue, the editors noted that they intended to have the club newsletter, including the following. better pictorial coverage from now on. Many of the photos presented splendid panoramic views. In the November 30 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 issue, The Rundown had a full page of photos of Grete • The Old Hampton 10-Miler Waitz, some with Grete running with club members. • The Elizabeth River Run The Board changed the timing of the newsletter so that the • St. Jude’s 5K issue coming out at the end of August would now be the • Summer Two Miler on Track September issue. • The VABA 5K • The Tidewater 10K In a column in the November issue of The Rundown, • The Phoebus 10K Valerie Ambrose wrote an article on the 50 members of the • The Northwest River 15K Tidewater Striders who competed in the Virginia 10 Miler, • The Northwest River 25K noting that “our group of runners were and are definitely • The Northwest River 30K the fastest, most spirited, best looking, craziest, and most • The Half Marathon wonderful people you’ll ever want to know.” • Shamrock Marathon The Member Profiles column was now written by Sonya The club also had some races with weight divisions, in Whitley, who profiled Carolyn Cook, one of the club’s which the runner received a one minute handicap for each foremost female runners. Carolyn is only one of two female 5 pounds over 180 pounds, for males. Additionally, for elite club members, the other being Juanita Etheridge, to run runners, the club provided a racing suit to team members a sub-3:00 marathon. At the time, Carolyn was a full-time who attained a qualifying time standard. student at Old Dominion University. Whitely also profiled Debbie Beckner, discussing her progress from her first 5K The following are some of the key races during the year. race time of 26:00 to her current personal best, 19:19. Unfortunately, results of some club races have not been Valerie Ambrose and Fran Adams were also profiled during uncovered in the archives available for this history. the year. • The Northwest River Park “Pick It Up” Race Series The race coordinator, Charlie George, provided periodic served as this year’s Virginia RRCA Championships columns throughout the year. In one column, George cited for the 15K and 20K runs. 20 significant improvements in the conduct of the Elizabeth • The Winter 4-Mile Run at the Norfolk Botanical River Run to make it one of the largest and best 10K races Garden was held in January. Jenny O’Donnell was in the state. the first female with a time of 25:28 and Pete The June newsletter contained a column by President Cook Gibson won the men’s open in 20:29. entitled President’s Corner, which appears to be the first of • The Northwest River 25K took place in January. such monthly columns written by a club president, a model Carolyn Cook was the first female in 1:42:10, and that would be followed by future club presidents. the first male was Dave McDonald in 1:22:01. The editors, Ken and Don Martin, were well known for their • The Northwest River 30K was run in February. sense of humor, and included the following essay from a 5th Carolyn Cook again was first in 2:08:58, and there grader in New York. was a tie between Pete Gibson and Rick Thompson All About a Jogger with a time of 1:45:01. th Joggers are very impotent people. • The Athletic Attic 5 Annual 10K Run took place on South Boulevard in Virginia Beach. Irene Slater, in My father jogs and he is a very impotent person. 36:44, was the first female, and Dave McDonald He in fact is just about the most impotent person in my was first male in 30:52. house. • The Walsingham Academy 8-Mile Run in He keeps telling us “Jogging is impotent to your health.” Williamsburg, a Striders event, was won by Michael He is the best jogger on my block, I think, and maybe Fields in 42:30 and Amy Donovan was first female in 54:27. some day he will win the Noball prize in jogging, if they • have one. The Shamrock Marathon had 1,111 finishers on a cold windy, rainy day. It took 400 volunteers to keep The end. the runners on course, and the course went through Running a muddy Seashore State park. Sean O’Flynn, from In his History of the Tidewater Striders, Raymond Ochs Ireland and with the blessing of St. Patrick, was first noted that 1982 was off to a good start with 45 events on male with a time of 2:19:05 and Linda Edgar was the race schedule. Additionally, this was the start of the the first female in 2:45:36. second season of the Grand Prix series, which consisted of • The Run for the Children 5K and 10K, along with a 1 the following races for the 1981-1982 season. mile “Fun Run” was held at the Children’s Hospital 31 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 of the King’s Daughters in Norfolk. In the 5K, • The 4th Annual Lite Beer 5K Couples and Singles Juanita Etheridge was first female in 20:34 and Ray Run was held at South Boulevard in Virginia Beach. McDaniels was first male in17:33. In the 10K, Mary The women’s open was won by Juanita Etheridge in Ann Lynch won the women’s division in 42:41 and 17:36 and the men’s open by Alan Bufton in 14:50. McDaniels won again with a time of 33:53. The first married couple was Deborah and Michael • The 4th Annual Azalea Festival 10K run was held in Beckner in 40:47. downtown Norfolk in mid-April. Carolyn Cook was • The Tidewater 10K, at the Cape Henry Lighthouse the first female with a time of 41:04, and Cletus on Fort Story, was won by David McDonald in 30:16 Griffin won the men’s open in 32:33. and the first female was Juanita Etheridge in 36:55. • The Old Hampton 10 Mile was held in late April. • The Animal Shelter 5K Run, at Tidewater Community Juanita Etheridge was first female in 1:01:46, and College in Chesapeake, was won by Jeff Maisey in first male was Craig Allen in 51:55. 16:53 and the first female was Donna Harper in • The Norfolk Public Library 5K Run, in late April, was 20:42. at the Kirn Memorial Library in downtown Norfolk. • The Virginia Beach General Hospital 5K Run, in Susie Bohlander was first female in 20:41 and Dave September, was won by Ken Lampert in 15:11 and McDonald was first male in 14:38. first female was Valerie Ambrose in 19:12. • The Elizabeth River Run received television • The Bay Days 10K, in downtown Hampton, was won coverage, and two locals, Dave McDonald (30:04) by David Romaine in 31:54 and the first woman was and Juanita Etheridge (36:55), topped the men’s Gigi Kessler in 37:42. and women’s field. • The Larchmont Runs At Twilight, or RAT Race, in • The 3rd Annual 5K Hospital Health Run, in October, was won by Dave McDonald in 14:57 and Portsmouth, was won by Ronnie Borsheim in 15:25 the first female finisher was Donna Harper with a and the first female finisher was Mary Ann Lynch in time of 19:27. This was the first RAT Race. 18:48. • In October, the Neptune Festival 8K Run was held • The Pepsi Challenge 10,000 Meter Series was on Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. The winner held at the Norfolk Harborfest, and this year the was Bruce Coldsmith with a time of 24:38. The first Tidewater Striders were involved in the conduct of female was Juanita Etheridge in 29:42. the race. Juanita Etheridge won the women’s open • The Lite Beer 5K, at Old Dominion University, was in 36:00 and Dave McDonald was first in the men’s won by Mark Mullady in 15:02 and Donna Harper open with a 30:06. This was one of the first local was the first female finisher with a time of 19:54. races to have a wheelchair division, which was won th by Donald Davidson in 35:30. Lew Faxon, the top • The 4 Annual Phoebus Day Run on the Fort, a master runner in the region, ran a 32:19. 10,000 meter race, had a great turnout and was won by John Romaine in 31:19, with Gigi Kessler the • The St. Jude 5K was held at Mt. Trashmore, in mid- first female in 37:36. June. Susan Duquette was first female in 19:15 and Dave McDonald was first male in 14:59. • The Suffolk News Herald 5K Run was held in October. The first place male was Ken Lampert, in 15:10, and • In June, the Mary Kay 5K Run was held at Mt. the first place female was Gigi Kessler in 18:26. Trashmore and the winner in this all-female race was Denise Love in 19:08. Only six seconds • The Green Run Run, held in October, was won by separated the first four finishers. Cletus Griffin in 15:09, while Gigi Kessler was first female in 18:25. • In the Women’s Distance Festival 5K Run, at the Norfolk Naval Amphibious Base, Deborah Beckner • The Great Dismal Swamp Half-Marathon, in placed first in 19:17. In the men’s segment, Dave November, was a one-loop course on the unpaved McDonald won in 14:53. service roads of the Great Dismal Swamp. The first male finisher was Rick Thompson in 1:11:19 and th • The 4 Annual Virginia Association of Blind Athletes the first female was Linda Arthur in 1:35:30. 5K was held at Granby High School in Norfolk and Dave McDonald won in 14:40, with Juanita • The Greenbrier Mall 10K Challenge, in Chesapeake, Etheridge the first female in 18:02. was won by Dave McDonald in 30:28. The first female was Juanita Etheridge in 35:31. • The Portsmouth City Park 5K, in August, was won th by Dave McDonald in 14:38 and the first female was • The net proceeds from the 5 Annual Turkey Trot Gigi Kessler in 18:28. 10K was given to the Tidewater Striders Scholarship 32 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Fund. Race director was Jim Corzatt. Gigi Kessler also set a national age group record in the 30K with was the first female with a time of 37:18 and Harry a time of 1:50:39 at the Northwest River Park Series. Freeman was the first male in 31:28. • Dave Noble was ranked in the top 50 in age group • The Northwest River Park 15K took place in 40-44. November. The first male was Rick Thompson in • Nancy Goodridge, age 35, was ranked in the top 25 48:51 and Juanita Etheridge was first female in women nationally in the 10K for the age group 35- 55:36. Vernon Geary, age 70, won the men’s 60 and 39. over age group with a time of 1:10:44. • Cokey Daman was ranked in the top 25 men • The Northwest River Park 20K, in December, was nationally in age group 60-64 in the 10K. Daman won by Dave McDonald in 1:03:21, and Deborah also set a national record in the 30K with a time of Beckner was first female in1:20:10. 2:32:26 at the Northwest River Park Series. • The Joy Fund 8K Run, held at Mt. Trashmore, in • Rachael Bourn was ranked nationally in the top 10 December, helped provide Christmas Joy to needy women in age group 50-54 for the 10K. children in the local communities. Deborah Beckner was first female in 30:55, and Alan Bufton was first • Steve Frisk was ranked nationally in the top 50 men male in 26:13. in age group 35-39 for the 10K. • The Portsmouth Fire Prevention 10K was won by Virginia (Gigi) Kessler moved to Franklin from Syracuse, th Steve Cook in 33:01 and the first female was Juanita NY in mid-year. She had placed 27 in the Avon 20K, in Etheridge in 36:13. Washington, DC, with a time of 1:19:20 and was first overall female in a number of local races during the second half of Elite Club Runners 1982. Over the course of the year, the most successful individual Ray McDaniels won the Richmond Half-Marathon in an male and female overall runners were, respectively, Dave excellent time of 1:06:25 and also was the first overall male McDonald and Juanita Etheridge. They dominated local in many local races. In the CHKD Race that included both a races in which they entered. In the very prestigious Virginia 5K and 10K, McDaniels won both races. 10 Miler, McDonald placed 13th overall in 49:34. Multisport In international competition, Etheridge placed 9th overall in the Avon Half Marathon in New York City. At the July Board meeting, President Cook noted he had received a letter concerning the possibility of having a Other club members also won a significant number of local triathlon. At the August meeting, John Gray reported races. Moreover, the first Grand Prix awards were bestowed that he has tried to check on scheduling a triathlon, but on age-group runners this year and they are listed in the was having difficulty finding a cycling contact. However, Awards section. Also, club teams performed well in out-of- at the September meeting, Gray gave a report on the town races. The Women’s Team placed first at the Virginia progress being made on a Virginia Beach triathlon and the 10 Miler while the Men’s Masters Team placed second. ratio of distances in the separate events was discussed. In One of the most significant accomplishments of the year November, Gray noted that a triathlon would be held in was by one of our super-senior runners. Vernon Geary, age conjunction with the Neptune Festival, in 1983. 69, set two national age group records in 1981: a 43:50 in Youth program the 10K and a 1:41:28 in the half marathon. At the January meeting of the Board, $1,000 was earmarked One of our master’s runners also performed exceptionally for youth teams. However, for some reason, the results of well. Lew Faxon was ranked nationally in the top 10 men youth team completion over the course of the year were in age group 40-44 for the 10K, and held the national track not discovered in the course of reviewing the archives. record for 2 miles with a 9:34 in the same age group. Faxon was also 2nd in the Masters competition at the National 5K Some individual performances may be cited. David Coulter Cross Country Championships was the leading male youth runner in the area and Clara George was the leading female runner. Coulter was first in In addition to Faxon and Geary, an issue of The Rundown the 13-18 age group with a time of 16:14 at the St. Jude listed other Strider club members who were ranked 5K, and George performed well in the overall category in nationally in their respective age groups, including the the Grand Prix Series. Additionally, as noted below under following. Awards, Reina George tied with Clara in the Women 19 & • Bryan Hawley was ranked in the top 25 men Under Grand Prix category and Kevin Predom won the Men nationally in age group 40-44 for the 10K. Hawley 19 & Under category. Awards 33 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 The first season (1981-1982) of the Grand Prix Series was In its July meeting, the Board awarded the “First Tidewater completed with the Shamrock Marathon, in March. With 12 Strider Scholarship” to Paul Miles of Kellam High School. races and a top score of 20 points for each race, a maximum However, the recipient was not attending a school with of 240 points was possible. However, most of the winners a track team; thus, at the August board meeting the did not run all 12 races. The following presents the winners scholarship was presented, instead, to Ricky Clark. in the various age categories along with their winning point Miscellaneous total. This 40-year History of the Tidewater Striders might not Women 19 & Under have been written had it not been for Dave Harrah, a Board Reina and Clara George, tied with 155 points Member who volunteered to oversee its production. In the Women 20-29 October, 1982 issue of The Rundown, there is a photo of a young Dave Harrah. At the time, Dave was stationed aboard Carolyn Cook, 195 points the USS Guam and was sending greetings to all while on Women 30-39 deployment to the Mediterranean, and noting that he Nancy Goodridge, 175 points missed “my many Strider friends and weekend runs.” Dave was a much faster runner back then. Women 40-49 The club was always looking for race directors. Mike Judy Marx, 155 points Borysewicz, race director for the Northwest River Park Women 50 & Over Distance Series, noted that over the years he has learned Jeanne Nelson, 75 points that a race director must be multitalented and must serve in the following capacities: parking attendant, dog catcher, Men 19 & Under truck driver, bike rider, coffee maker, water tender, healer, Kevin Predom, 153 points rain dancer, policeman, and Mr. Nice Guy. And he did it all. Men 20-29 Board members initiated action to submit articles for Running Dave McDonald, 160 points publication in national running magazines, such as Times and Runner’s World. Men 30-39 Nationally renowned sports scientists and runners visited Randy Cook, 151 points the area, including the following. Men 40-49 • Dr. Dave Costill, an international scholar in the Bryan Hawley, 165 points science of distance running, was the guest speaker Men 50 & Over at the Shamrock Marathon. • Jeff Galloway and Dr. George Sheehan spoke at the Cokey Daman, 160 points Coliseum Mall 10K, sponsored by the Peninsula Scholarships Track Club. Invited runners included some of At the January meeting of the Board, $500 was earmarked the best in the world, including , Benji for a scholarship. Jim Corzatt chaired the Scholarship Durden, Patti Catalano and Grete Waitz. Waitz set committee. Some concern was raised about the procedures a state 10K record in the race with a time of 32:23, for selecting the scholarship award. In response, Corzatt and there was a great photo of Grete on the cover revised the guidelines and presented them to the Board. of the November issue of The Rundown. One of the guidelines indicated that the award will be • Alberto Salazar was in town again, visiting his directed toward, but not limited to, high school athletes brother and preparing for the Falmouth Road Race. participating in cross country or track events of one mile or Jim Hintz, a Marine stationed locally and one of the longer. One high school senior, male or female, shall receive founders of the Tidewater Ultra, was an accomplished a scholarship each year. ultrarunner, having completed the 1982 Old Dominion 100 This was the first year the Striders have sponsored a Mile Endurance Run in 21:54, and receiving one of the race’s scholarship race, and it was the Turkey Trot, which continues cherished belt buckles. to raise funds for the Striders scholarship account. Corzatt volunteered to serve as permanent race director of the scholarship race and served in that capacity for a number of years, but was eventually succeeded by others after he left the Board.

34 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 1983 The women continued to have bimonthly meetings at a by Mel Williams conference center in JANAF Shopping Center. However, in Introduction the May issue of The Rundown, a notice indicated that the women’s meetings would now become general meetings. As more individuals joined the ranks of runners, and those The general meetings were held in various locations who started in the late 1960s began to age, the Tidewater throughout the year, and generally included guest speakers, Striders adjusted with the times by increasing the number of such as Gigi Kessler-Sixour, a renowned local runner. age groups, in five-year segments, to include categories for runners 60 and over for men, and 50 and over for women. Other points of interest for the year included the following. The club expanded some of its services to members and the • The Striders developed and printed an official club budget increased accordingly. letterhead to be used in communication. The Club operations letterhead contained the Striders’ logo and the list of club officers and board members. The Board of Directors and their positions at the beginning of 1983 are listed below. • Charlie George, as race coordinator, secured Campbell’s Soup Company as a contributing President and Men’s Open Coordinator – Dave McDonald sponsor for the Elizabeth River Run. The Virginian- Vice President and newsletter co-editor – Don Martin Pilot and the Armed Forces Staff College remained Secretary and Women’s Chairperson – Sonya Whitley as sponsors. Elite runners were invited to compete Treasurer – John Gray for monetary awards, with $1,000 for first place Men’s Submaster – Randy Cook male and female. However, in its June meeting after Course Certification – John Peele the race, the Board decided having such runners in Public Relations and Publicity – Jan Forrester the race did not increase the number of registered Programs – Bernie Duffy runners. Race Coordinator – Charlie George Scholarship committee – Jim Corzatt • The club was instrumental in having a water th Publications and Newsletter co-editor – Ken Martin fountain constructed at the junction of 64 Street Board member – Mel Williams and the Cape Henry Trail in Seashore State Park. Other key chairpersons within the club were also listed in • The club was improving its computer technology, the club newsletter, including the following. recommending the purchase of a special computer that communicated with three other portable Men’s masters – Jack Jarrett computers. Men’s Seniors – Cokey Daman Shamrock – Jerry Bocrie • To help promote socialization among members, Transportation – Preston Springston the club hosted a Striders night, usually an evening Legal Counsel – Tom Franz social during “Happy Hour” at such venues such Medical Advisors – Rudi Schuster, Jay Tischler, Steve as Lloyds on Newtown Road; draft beers were Taubman, David Young $0.60 accompanied with free, hot hors d’oeuvres. Additionally, the club decided to have a hospitality room at the Virginia 10 Miler in Lynchburg to Jim Corzatt served as interim treasurer while Gray was on a promote camaraderie among the many Striders 6-month out-of-town assignment. competing in this nationally recognized road race The bylaws and constitution were revised and approved by event. the Board at its November meeting. Newsletter Club finances appeared to be stable. At its February meeting, Ken and Don Martin continued as editors of The Rundown the Board approved a budget of $17,000 for the year. and introduced several new features. They would conduct Budget projections included $15,795 income and $16,550 periodic surveys of club members, such as the incidence for expenditures. The club treasury had a balance of $6,241 of running injuries and possibly how to avoid them. They at the start of 1983. In June, the balance was $5,167 and sponsored a contest for best photos from the Shamrock in December, there was $7,076 in unrestricted funds. Other with a first place award of $75. Club members were than dues, the Shamrock Marathon was a major source of enticed to submit articles or columns for publication and income, mainly associated with volunteer services provided throughout the year numerous articles were submitted by the club to the race, which was functioning as an by club members, mainly stories highlighting experiences independent enterprise. at out-of-town races. One particularly interesting and humorous story was submitted by Zeke Zucker reflecting

35 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 his experiences in running the Berlin Marathon. This was Trail Half-Marathon in honor of the dedication of George to before the wall came down. the success of club. The editors continued to sprinkle their humor throughout Several series of races became part of the club’s offerings. The Rundown. They were dear friends of Jerry Bocrie, the The Norfolk Botanical Garden Summer Race Series was founder of the Tidewater Striders and race director for the held on three consecutive Tuesdays in July and August, Shamrock Marathon. In one issue, they posted a photo of a with a race distance of 4 miles. There was a $1 fee to enter very tired Bocrie following a long run in Seashore State Park the Gardens, and a $2 race fee. The $1 entry fee to the as he was leaning against a sign entitled Unleashed Pets Gardens has remained unchanged for nearly 30 years. The Prohibited. Along with the photo they posted the following other series was the Grand Prix races, which included the advertisement: following events for the 1982-83 season: Wanted: A loving owner for a lost male Homo Sapien found • The Old Hampton 10-Miler wandering unleashed in Seashore State Park (See photo – • The Elizabeth River Run Doesn’t he make your heart just melt?). Appears to be gentle, • St. Jude’s 5K but does become quite ornery every March for some reason. • Women’s Festival 5K Has a nice glossy coat, but is beginning to shed somewhat • The VABA 5K about the cranium. Is housebroken, but does sweat a lot. • The Tidewater 10K Has had all necessary shots (vodka, gin, etc.). Easy to feed – • The Phoebus 10K just give him plenty of beer and pasta. For more information, • The Northwest River 15K please contact the Tidewater Strider Branch of the SPCA-GH • The Half Marathon (Somebody Please Come And Get Him). • The Northwest River 25K Sidebars appeared periodically, such as the following, • The Northwest River 30K attribute to Ted Hayden of the University of Chicago, who • Shamrock Marathon has finally figured out why marathon runners are able to The following are some of the key races during the year: push their bodies to the point of exhaustion: • The 8K Run for Leukemia was held in August at Their foot bones are connected to their ankle bones. Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Beach. Dave McDonald Their ankle bones are connected to their knee bones. was overall winner in 24:01 and Gigi Kessler-Sixour was first female in 29:42. Their knee bones are connected to their hip bones. • The Lite Beer Couple and Singles 5K was held at Their back bones are connected to their neck bones. the Cardinal Racquet Club in Virginia Beach. Dave And, their neck bones are connected to nothing. McDonald won with a 14:46 and Sonia Lawler, age Poems appeared on a periodic basis. They were simply listed 14, was first female in 18:05. by the title of the poem, not part of a standard column, such • The Nature Trail Half Marathon was held on New as Poetry Corner, as in the past. Year’s Day at Seashore State Park. The registration Most issues contained about three full pages listing fee was $2.00. Deborah Beckner was first female forthcoming races. Advertisements for races as well as other in 1:28:08 and Dave McDonald was first male in services relative to running were accepted. Advertising in 1:06:49. The Rundown was $120 for a full page, $70 for a half page, • The Winter 8K took place at the Norfolk Botanical and $50 for a quarter page. Garden on January 8. Juanita Etheridge was the first Running female in 29:26 and Dave McDonald finished as first male in 24:35. Races continued to increase in size and cost. The Shamrock • Marathon had outgrown its race headquarters, the Hilton, The Northwest River Park 25K was held on January and would move to the Pavilion Towers Hotel with the finish 22. Deborah Beckner was the first female with a of the race now being in the nearby convention center. time of 1:40:42 and Bill Bernard was the first male Races were becoming more expensive to conduct. The total in 1:27:08 expense for the Elizabeth River Run was $66,201.91. As a • The Northwest River Park 30K was run on February consequence, race fees began to increase. 5, with Deborah Beckner finishing as the first female There were numerous races during the year. Many were in 2:01:20 and Rick Thompson was the first male in Tidewater Strider events, while others were used as fund 1:43:47. raisers for various charities, and were simply managed by • The Athletic Attic 10K took place on February 19 the Striders. At the July Board meeting, the Nature Trail at Mt. Trashmore. Juanita Etheridge was the first Half-Marathon was renamed the Charlie George Nature 36 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 female with a time of 36:21, while Alan Bufton was • The Armed Forces Day 5K, held in Virginia Beach in the first male in 31:52. May, was won by Pete Gibson in 15:28 and Deborah • The Walsingham Academy Runs included both Beckner, in 18:32, was the first female. an 8 Mile and 5K race. Donna Harper, 21:18 and • The Ambulance Chase 5K Run, held at the Municipal Allan Cibert, 16:16 were the first female and male Center in Virginia Beach, was won by James Goff in finishers, respectively, in the 5K, while Laurie 16:35 and Mary Ann Lynch was first female in 19:13. Halifax, 57:14 and Cletus Griffin, 42:41, were the • The Striders sponsored its 1st Annual Tidewater top finishers, respectively, in the women’s and Ultra Classic & Relay at Northwest River Park, in men’s open division for the 8-Mile race. Chesapeake. Jim Hintz and Bob Bryce were race • Full results from the Shamrock Marathon, held on directors. The two main race distances were 50 and March 19 were posted in The Rundown. Juanita 100 kilometers. Mel Williams placed first in the 50K Etheridge was the first female, a two-time winner, with a time of 3:17. In the 100K, D. M. Berta was with a time of 2:51:52, and Nick Manciu was the first, but he waited about 20 minutes at the finish first male in 2:19:32. Both the Tidewater Striders line for the second place finisher, J. H. Clark, and Men’s and Women’s teams placed first in the team then they finished together with the 9:26:45. competition. The top three Striders men were Bill • The Blairfoot Runs, at Blair Junior High School in Bernard, Randy Cook, and Steve Cook, and the top Norfolk, included a 5K. Carolyn Cook ran a 19:14 to three Striders women were Etheridge, Deborah place as first woman, while Ronnie Borsheim was Beckner, and Sue Cook. first male in15:34. rd • The 3 Annual Bronco Stampede 10 Mile Run was • The St. Jude 5K, at Mt. Trashmore, was won by held in April at Franklin High School. Donna Jenkins Dave McDonald with a time of 14:31, and Deborah was the first female in 1:10:44 and Randy Scharberg Beckner was first female in18:23. was first male in 53:58. • The Mary Kay 5K Run, an all-woman race held in • The Run for the Children 10K, in April, was won June, was won by Sonia Lawler with a time of 18:32. by Randy Scharberd in 31:59, and the first female finisher was Mary Ann Lynch in 41:13. Carolyn Cook • The Women’s Distance Festival 5K Run, in July, was won the women’s division 5K in 18:56 and Allan won by Susan Duquette in 18:42. In the men’s race, Cibert was first in the men’s division in 15:35. Dave McDonald ran a 14:40 for the win. • The Elizabeth River Run had 2,879 entrants. • The Virginia Association of Blind Athletes (VABA) 5K Several elite runners were invited to compete for was run at Granby High School in Norfolk, and the the available prize money. Runners came from 20 first male finisher was Dave McDonald in 14:33. The states to participate. The first male finisher was first female was Gigi Kessler-Sixour in 18:15. Adrian Leek in 29:36 and the first female was Nancy • In the Hampton Bay Days 10K, David Romaine ran Mieszcaak in 34:41. Both were invited runners. a 31:09 to win the men’s open division, while Gigi • The Azalea Festival 8K, in downtown Norfolk, was Kessler-Sixour ran a 38:05 to win the women’s open won by Cletus Griffin in 25:27, and Juanita Etheridge division. was first female in 29:25. • The First Annual Ocean View Run, an evening race • The Lion’s Journey for Sight 5K, an April race in in September, was won by Allan Cibert in 15:38, and Virginia Beach, was won by Cletus Griffin in 15:50, Donna Harper was the first female in 18:58. and the first female was Susan Duquette in 19:18. • The Healthfest 5K Run at Virginia Beach General • The Old Hampton 10 Miler overall winner was Rick Hospital, in September, was won by Mark Mullady Thompson in 52:22, and the first female was Juanita with a time of 14:53, and the first female was Mary Etheridge with a time of 59:57. Baumgarten in 19:00. • The W. H. Taylor Book Run, a 5K race in the Ghent • The Larchmont Runs At Twilight 5K, or RAT Race, section of Norfolk, was won by Ken Lampert with a was held in the Larchmont section of Norfolk. Mary time of 15:28. The first female was Donna Harper Baumgarten was the first female with a time of with a time of 19:40. 19:02 and Alex Pincus ran 16:09 to place as the first male finisher. • The Pepsi 10K Harborfest Race was won by Dave McDonald in 30:15, and the first place female was • The Neptune Festival 8K Run, on Atlantic Avenue Gigi Kessler in 38:04. and the Boardwalk in Virginia Beach, was won by

37 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Lanny Doan in 25:25, while the first female was Gigi and Alan Ganderson was 3rd in the Men Masters I Kessler-Sixour in 29:39. with a time of 35:34. • The 5th Annual Phoebus Day Run on the Fort, a • The Joy Fund 8K, held at Mt. Trashmore in December, 10,000 Meter Run, was won by Pete Gibson in was won by Dave McDonald in 24:16, and the first 31:39, and the first female was Susan Duquette in female was Mary Baumgarten in 29:46. 39:00. • The Nature Trail Half Marathon, on December 31, • The Coliseum Mall 10K, held in Hampton, again was won by Dave McDonald in 1:08:26 and Gaye hosted world-class runners. Grete Waitz from Heckman was first female in 1:23:56 Norway won the women’s division in 32:18, setting a • The last race of the year, Wendy’s 5K Run Into new Virginia State Record for women. The first male The New Year, started near midnight and finished was Sosthenes Bitok, from Richmond, in 29:15. The January 1, 1984. It was won by Harry Freeman in quality of runners in the field was exceptional, as 15:12 and the first female was Gaye Heckman in noted by the fourth place finish of Dave McDonald, 18:27. Overall the times were not too bad for a the dominant regional runner. midnight run. • The Green Run Run 5K was held in October. Sonia Elite Club Runners Lawler, age 15, was the first overall female in 17:42, and Allen Cibert was the first male in15:30. Dave McDonald continued to be the premier male runner in the local area, placing as first overall male runner in local • The Portsmouth Fire Department 10K Run, in races that he entered. October, was won by Pete Gibson in 31:54, while Mary Baumgarten was the first female with a time Juanita Etheridge had an excellent year, particularly in the of 39:10. first half. She placed first in the overall female division of the Shamrock Marathon with a 2:51 finish and won numerous • The 5K Autumn Amble, in Norfolk, had David other local races. Coulter as the first male in 15:34 and Dona Harper as the first female in 18:44. Gigi Kessler-Sixour came on strong in the latter part of the year. She had an excellent time of 36:34 in the Greenbrier • The Northwest River 15K, in November, had Dave Mall 10K Challenge, edging Etheridge by almost 40 seconds. McDonald in first place with a 47:58 and Mary Kessler-Sixour also won a significant number of other local Baumgarten as first female in 59:47. races. • The Northwest River 20K, in December, found The rankings of the Grand Prix age groups were listed Clara George as the first female in 1:19:37 and Ned periodically. After the first five races, Rick Thompson (35- Poffenberger as the first male in 1:04:58. 39), Lew Faxon (40-44), and James Alexander (50-54) had • The Greenbrier Mall 10K Challenge was won by perfect scores of 100, with 20 points being the top score for Dave McDonald in 30:22 and Gigi Kessler-Sixour in each race. 36:34. Juanita Etheridge, who was eight years older, Rick Thompson had a great year as a submaster. He placed finished second in 37:13. This was the first local first in his age group, 30-34, at the prestigious Virginia race in which Etheridge competed that she did not 10-Miler in Lynchburg. He also won the men submasters place as the first overall female. division at the Virginia TAC Cross Country Championship. • The Great Dismal Swamp Half Marathon, in Lew Faxon was again the leading master’s runner in the November, was won by Pete Gibson in 1:12:13, and club. Faxon also won the men’s Seniors in the Virginia TAC the first female was Gigi Kessler-Sixour. Cross Country Championship with a time of 34:02, defeating • The Turkey Trot 10K was won by Judson Springer in runners in their 20s. 33:27 and the first female was Juanita Etheridge in Jim Alexander also won the Men Masters II Division at the 38:15. Virginia TAC Cross Country Championship. • The Beach Ford All-American 5K Run, in early Alan Ganderson, a medical doctor, was also a winner at the December, was won by Dave McDonald in 14:58, Virginia TAC Cross Country Championship, taking first place and the first female finisher was Gigi Kessler-Sixour in the Men Masters I Division. in17:45. In the more senior age groups, Bernie Duffy was the • The Virginia TAC Cross Country championship was dominant 55-59 age group runner, and Cokey Daman st run in December and Lew Faxon was 1 in the correspondingly so in the 60 and over age group. Men Seniors division with a time of 35:02. Rick Thompson was 2nd in the men submasters in 35:22

38 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Vernon Geary was 70 years of age, but age groups normally the overall women’s winner in 2:01:25, and James Nicholson did not go beyond 60 and above in local races. Nevertheless, of Quantico was the overall male winner in 1:54:05. Local Geary was a regular winner of this lower age group. For triathletes, many who were Striders, who competed and example, he ran a 2:25:58 in the Northwest River Park 30K to won their age category, include Sandy Doyle (women, 30- win the 60 and over division. Moreover, national rankings did 34), Stephanie Duross (women, 35-39), Mike Waring (men, have higher age groupings and Geary, known affectionately 25-29), Steve Cook (men, 30-34), John Donahoe (men, 35- as the Ancient Marathoner, set another national age record 39), Rich Woolard (men, 40-44), Mel Williams (men, 45-49), in the Northwest River 25K. Additionally, Geary was ranked Robert Holland (men, 50-54), and Rudi Schuster (men, 55 5th in the 10K, 2nd in the 10 Mile, 20K, half marathon and and over). The Sandman triathlon would become the most marathon, and 1st in the 25K distances. popular local triathlon. Jim Hintz, who organized the Tidewater Ultra 50K and 100K, Most local and regional triathlons were not Strider was also an exceptional ultramarathoner. Hintz won the Old events, but the Striders supported such competition and Dominion 100-Mile Cross Country Endurance Run, on June volunteered to make the events successful. Many runners 11, 1983, with a time of 21 hours and 2 minutes. began to incorporate and cycling into their Club teams performed well during the year. At the Virginia training regimens in order to compete in these multisport 10-Miler in Lynchburg, both the Women’s Master Team events. In an article in The Rundown, Jan Stark, president and the Men’s Submaster Team took first place. Moreover, of the Tidewater Bicycle Association, invited Striders to about 90 Striders ran the Virginia 10 Miler and 21 won an experience a group bike ride, to help prepare for that phase age-group award. of the triathlon. Other elite club runners were winners of the Grand Prix Youth program series and are listed below under the Awards section. Many events had 1-Mile races for the youngsters, and would Multisport attract several hundred children. One of the most popular of these races was the Larchmont Runs At Twilight 1-Mile Local interest in the triathlon was rapidly increasing. At the race. Young members of the club also performed very well January general meeting of the club, John Bates presented in many of the regular local races, including the 5K distance a lecture on training for a triathlon. Woody Bedell, who and longer. Here are a few of their accomplishments. competed twice in the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon, presented training tips. In the January issue of The Rundown, Rick Sonia Lawler, age 14, was first female with an 18:05 in the Woolard noted that he had organized a modest triathlon Lite Beer Couple and Singles 5K. Later, at age 15, she was (30-mile cycling; 2.4-mile swim; 10-mile run), but only for the first overall female in 17:42 at the Green Run Run 5K. Navy SEAL and UDT men. The March newsletter contained Laura Stevens won the girls 11-12 age group 3K with a time an International Triathlon Calendar, listing 16 triathlons of 11:58 at the Virginia Association Junior Olympic Cross around the country, including the Escape from Alcatraz Country Championships. At age 11, she was 14th overall and Triathlon, and the Triathlon Series of twelve first in the 10-11 age group in the all-female Mary Kay 5K races with a 2K swim, 40K bike, and 15K runs. Run. Other than the Wilmington triathlon mentioned in previous Clara George, age 18, was 12th overall with a time of 20:14 years, the Inaugural Nags Head Triathlon became the closest at the all-female Mary Kay 5K Run. regional triathlon. It was held in the spring and consisted of Anthony Brinkley, age 12, won his age group at the Lite Beer an ocean swim in the Nags Head area, a cycling component 5K. heading north and ending in the Southern Shores area, and a run south finishing at the Wright Memorial. The overall Charles E. George, III, age 17, ran a 16:29 at the Lite Beer 5K. winner was Jerry Bocrie, the founder and first president of He also ran a 33:41 in the Pepsi Challenge 10K. the Striders. David Coulter was second in the boy’s 17-18 age group The first recorded triathlon in the Tidewater area was the 5K with a time of 16:12 at the Virginia Association Junior Neptune Festival Sandman Triathlon, held in September Olympic Cross Country Championships. He also placed 1983, at the oceanfront in Virginia Beach. Mike Hechtkopf, a second in the 17-18 boy’s age group competition at the local dentist, was the driving force behind the organization TAC Region II Olympic Cross Country Championships in of this event. At the April meeting of the Board, John Gray December with a time of 16:18. Coulter also ran a 15:23 5K noted that registration for the triathlon had reached 85 and at the Lite Beer Run. that the race could accommodate 200 entrants. The event The Virginia Association Junior Olympic Cross Country consisted of a 1-mile ocean swim, a 16-mile bike, and 6.2- Championships were held on November 20. The Tidewater mile run. Records indicate that 280 triathletes started the Striders only had one team listed in the results, the 17-18 race and 268 finished. Kathie Hensel of Williamsburg was boys, and they placed second of four teams. 39 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Awards Striders Men’s division finished 2nd of ten teams, scoring 62 st The Grand Prix Series for 1982-1983 finished with the points to 132 by the 1 Virginia Track Club. Shamrock Marathon in March. The following were the In recent years (2012) our local newspaper, The Virginian- winners in the various age categories Pilot, although presenting results of local races in the sports Women 19 & Under section, had reduced the number of age-group finishers, usually publishing only the first place finisher. However, in Clara George, 115 points 1983, the Pilot not only reduced publication of age-group Women 20-29 results, they stopped the publication of any race results. Deborah Beckner, 217 points Fortunately, more extensive race results would be presented in the later years. Women 30-34 Juanita Etheridge 120 points 1984 Women 35-39 by Mel Williams Sharon Devlin, 114 points Nineteen Eighty Four did not materialize as George Orwell Women 40-49 envisioned in his 1949 novel, but in the sport of running “Big Sister” certainly outshone “Big Brother,” this year. Women’s Fran Adams, 194 points running was becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Women 50 & Over This would be the first year that women would compete in Patricia Brown, 160 points an Marathon. America’s own Joan Benoit would be the first woman to win an Olympic Gold Medal Men 19 & Under in the marathon event, defeating some of the world’s best Charles George, 77 points female distance runners, including Grete Waitz. Men 20-29 The club was also growing. It was now the 6th largest in the Pete Gibson, 154 points RRCA with a membership of 1,693. Board member Carol Senechal recommended the club submit a bid to host the Men 30-34 1986 RRCA convention in conjunction with the Elizabeth Rick Thompson, 212 points River Run. The bid was not developed, but the club would Men 35-39 eventually host the convention years later. Cecil Davis, 159 points Club operations Men, 40-49 The Board of Directors and their positions at the beginning of 1984 are listed below. Dave Noble, 163 points President – Dave McDonald Men 50 & Over Vice President and Newsletter Editor – Ken Martin George Hoover, 190 points Secretary – Carol Senechal Scholarships Treasurer and Scholarship committee – Jim Corzatt Women’s Chairperson – Sonya Whitley The Turkey Trot was successful in raising funds for the Course Certification – John Peele scholarship. The August financial statement presented Public Relations and Publicity – Jan Forrester by Jim Corzatt, acting treasurer and chairperson of the Programs – Sue Duquette Scholarship committee, indicated $1,000 of restricted funds Programs – Bernie Duffy was allocated for the scholarship award. However, the Publications and Newsletter Editor – Don Martin scholarship award for 1983 was $600, but would increase to Board member – Mel Williams $1,000 for 1984. Clara George was selected as the recipient Board member – Michael Beckner of the Tidewater Striders Scholarship for this year Robert Woytych replaced Michael Beckner during the Miscellaneous course of the year. William P. Morgan, an internationally renowned sports Other key chairpersons within the club were also listed in psychologist, was the guest speaker at the Shamrock the club newsletter, including the following. Marathon. Dr. Morgan presented a lecture on the psychological aspects of distance running. Course Certification, Northwest River Park Series – Mike Borysewicz At the Virginia Track & Field Championships, held at Shamrock Marathon Director – Jerry Bocrie Christopher Newport College in August, the Tidewater Membership Chairperson – Cheryl Macdonald 40 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Men’s Masters Chairperson – Jack Jarrett The Board cut expenses when possible. For example, no Men’s Seniors Chairperson – James Alexander prize money was awarded at the Elizabeth River Run this Charlie George served as the Executive Director for the year. club, a position developed as an expansion of his role as In June, George indicated he had received no financial race director. This was the first year for this position, which report from the Shamrock, and thus could not submit the essentially involved the planning and conduct of the club’s club’s tax return. Apparently the Shamrock budget was still numerous racing events, formalizing what George had been somewhat entwined with the Tidewater Striders budget, doing for years. and an accurate reporting of club finances was critical for In March, the program of club meetings for the year had maintenance of nonprofit status. The treasurer needed been developed, including at least five general meetings reports from the Shamrock in order to make a full financial with speakers already approved and committed. The club disclosure every 30 days in accordance with the bylaws. hosted several nationally recognized authorities in various This problem was apparently resolved over the course of aspects of running, as speakers for the general meetings, the year. including the following: The club received some recognition for its service to the Harry C. Cordellos, named The World’s Greatest community. For example, a certificate indicated that the Blind Athlete. Tidewater Striders was among Norfolk’s Best because of its support for the development of the Granby High and Ellen Wessel, founder of Moving Comfort running Community Track. clothing for women. Newsletter John Graham, author of Target 26, a book on marathon running. The Rundown continued to improve, particularly in the presentation of photo collages that often resembled photo Drew Mearns, International Management Group; journalism. One issue presented a collection of photos the agency for Alberto Salazar. representing various views of the Shamrock Marathon. The Annual Banquet was held at the Breezy Point Officer’s The photos were taken by club members in response Cub on the Norfolk Air Station. to a contest sponsored by the editors. The winner was a The Striders membership was increasing, but at a lower photo of a single runner in full stride on the Cape Henry rate than the preceding year. Last year, club membership Trail of Seashore State Park. Photos by The Rundown staff increased by 17 percent over the preceding year, but the of internationally renowned runners, such as Anne Audain, increase was only 2 percent this year. Membership dues appeared in a Photo Gallery of the Virginia 10 Miler. The increased in 1984, and were $10 for individuals and $2 extra cover of the November issue has a beautiful photo of the per family member; Golden Runner dues were $100. Striders women’s submaster team, the first-place team in the Virginia 10 Miler, accepting their awards. Team members Club finances seemed to be stable. At the start of the year, included Donna Harper, Susie Bohlander, Janey Gordon, the club had a balance in the treasury of $10, 022, of which Suzanne Puryear, Fran Adams, and Susan Duquette. $7,076 was in unrestricted funds. In October, unrestricted funds totaled $5,314. Sources of revenue included club dues, Club members continued to contribute monthly columns. race entry fees, and funds from the Shamrock marathon. President McDonald wrote a column entitled Run It By in Club expenses included a number of factors, including the each issue of The Rundown. Mel Williams presented a series following: of scientific articles Sportson Nutrition for Distance Runners. Randy Cook provided member profiles, including one about • Race amenities (awards, T-shirts, etc.) Board member Bernie Duffy. Duffy was encouraged by his • Executive Director’s stipend, a minimum of $150 per physician (an active Strider member), Rudi Schuster, to try race running for health reasons. Duffy did; it helped reduce his • Team expenses for transportation and lodging weight, lower his blood pressure and resting heart rate, and also resulted in his becoming a recognized age-group • Travel expenses for race directors to attend selected contender. Bernie not only performed well in running, race management meetings but also took up cycling and swimming for triathlon • Updating of computers, including $8,000 for anew competition. Along with Schuster, Bernie completed the system Ironman Triathlon in Hawaii. A periodic column by “The • Purchase of a heat stress index monitor to ascertain Marathoner” described some of the joys of our local races. heat dangers at races For example, during the Northwest River Park 25K, in January, “The Marathoner” noted that “the last water hole had been abandoned by its icy crew before I arrived . . . and

41 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 found neat little rows of ice-filled cups on the table.” In later • The Northwest River 15K years, “The Marathoner” was identified as Karl Tiedemann. • The Seashore Half Marathon The revised Constitution and By-Laws were presented • The Northwest River 25K for the membership’s perusal in the January issue of The • The Northwest River 30K Rundown. • Shamrock Marathon Running The following are some of the key races during the year. Unfortunately, results from some races were not available The race schedule for 1984 was published in The Rundown in the club’s archives. and included all Tidewater Strider races and races less than 10K that were within a two-hour drive, as well as races Wendy’s 5K Run Into The New Year, starting before midnight longer than 10K and within a 6-hour drive. The schedule on New Year’s Eve and finishing on January 1, 1984, was was several pages long and included over 65 Strider races, won by Harry Freeman in 15:12 and the first female was which averages to more than one race per week over the Gaye Heckman in 18:27. Overall the times were not too bad course of the year. Most races included 1-mile fun runs for for a midnight run. children and accompanying adults. The Winter 8K, in Norfolk, was held in early January, with The number of races was expanding, but turnout was David Raunig winning in 24:15 and Kathleen McAllister was decreasing somewhat, possibly due to an oversaturated the first female in 31:31. schedule. Carol Senechal presented a detailed report from The Northwest River Park 25K was held in January and the the Road Race Management and Race Director meeting in men’s open winner was Dave McDonald in 1:25:56 while November, highlighting some of the applications to Strider first in the women’s open was Carolyn Cook in 1:44:03. races. Many race directors were stunned when they heard In the Northwest River Park 30K, Carolyn Cook repeated that our club is involved in 80 races a year. her 25K win from the preceding month, finishing in 2:07:33. The club was helping various charities conduct races, but Randy Scharberg won the men’s open in 1:46:25. usually the race director representing the charity was The Descente Star Test 10K was held at the United Way inexperienced in race organization. The Race Coordinator, Family Center in Virginia Beach. Carolyn Cook was the first George, recommended such directors must have various female finisher in 39:11 and George Green was the first qualifications or hire a director from the Striders. male in 33:12. To attract more participants, some races began to offer The GE 5K was held at the General Electric plant in various prizes. For example, the Run for the Roses 8K Portsmouth. Ken Lampert was first overall male in 15:44 had drawing prizes, including round trip air fare for two, and Mary Baumgarten was the first female finisher in 18:52 compliments of TWA, to Athens, Greece, home of the original Marathon. The 1984 Shamrock Marathon had a close finish between the two top males with John Doub (2:19:46) finishing Responding to some concerns of race participants, the slightly ahead of Dave McDonald (2:20:04). Karen Miles was Board, in May, considered changing the race awards system the first female finisher in 2:48:54. In the 5-Mile Race, Ray so that overall winners do not receive duplicate age-group McDaniels set a course record 23:55 and Inge Schuurmans awards. Moreover, the Board recommended that races was the first female in 28:45. guarantee T-shirts to preregistered runners. The Greenbrier Mall 5K was run on March 24. Dave The Norfolk Botanical Garden Race Series again presented McDonald in 14:49 and Gigi Kessler-Sixour in 18:02 were a 4-mile race on three consecutive Tuesdays in the summer, the top male and female finishers, respectively. but added a 6-mile run on a fourth Tuesday. However, the club introduced some variety, such as a Predict Your Time In the Run for the Children 10K, Dave Harrison was the race and a Harrier Race in which the pack was to run down first male finisher in 31:49 and Mary Baumgarten was the the “Hare” over the course of about six miles. first female finisher in 36:31. Harry Freeman won the 5K in 15:05, and Baumgarten double-dipped with a win in the 5K The Grand Prix races series for the 1983-84 included the with a time of 18:30. following. • The Old Hampton 10 Miler The Bronco Stampede 10 Miler in Franklin was won by Roy • The Elizabeth River Run Kulikowski in 52:48 and Gigi Kessler-Sixour was the first • St. Jude’s 5K female finisher in 1:02:07. • Women’s Festival 5K The Wave Goodbye to Litter 8-Kilometer Run in downtown • The VABA 5K Norfolk, to benefit the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, was • The Tidewater 10K won by Harry Freeman in 25:30 and Karen Gallivan was the • The Phoebus 10K first overall female in 31:24.

42 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 The 2nd Annual Bud Light Ultra Classic 50K and 100K was held The results for the Run for the Roses 8K, at the Norfolk at Northwest River Park on April 1. Unfortunately no results Botanical Garden, had Harry Freeman as first male in 24:43 were uncovered in the club’s archives or The Rundown. and Gigi Kessler-Sixour as the first female in 28:43. The Virginia Beach Recreation Center at Kempsville 5K Run The Chesapeake Crime Line 5K was won by Randy Scharberg was won by Alex Pincus in 15:38 and Valerie Ambrose was in 15:24 and Donna Harper was the first female in 19:02. the first female finisher in 20:25. The Women’s Distance Festival 5K Run took place at the The Old Hampton 10 Miler, in April, was won by David Naval Amphibious Base. Susi Bohlander was the first female Harrison in 51:52 and Maureen Hinnebusch was the first in 18:14 and Dave McDonald won the open men with a female in 1:02:56. 14:24. The Lions Journey for Sight 5K was held at Mt. Trashmore In the YMCA Independence Day 5K race, in Virginia Beach, on April 28. Harry Freeman was the first male in 16:35 and Randy Scharberg won in 15:38 and Susie Bohlander was the Mary Baumgarten was the first female in 18:07. first overall female in 18:21. The 6th Annual Azalea Festival 5K, sponsored by the Optimist The 8K Run for Leukemia, at the Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Club of Norfolk 8K, was won by Harry Freeman with a time Beach, was won by Harry Freeman in 24:10 and Gigi Kessler- of 24:40 and Laura Stevens, 12 years old, was the first Sixour was the first female in 29:44 female in 30:48. In the 6th Annual VABA 5K at Granby High School, Harry The 5K Hospital Health Run first female finisher was Donna Freeman ran a 15:06 for the win and Susie Bohlander ran an Harper in 19:17 while David Alexander was the first male in 18:06 as the first female finisher. 15:49. The Tidewater 8K, in Virginia Beach, was won by Dave The Elizabeth River Run experienced one of its largest McDonald in 25:12 and the first woman was Janey Gordon turnouts this year, with 3,599 registered runners and 3,179 in 30:17. finishers. However, no results have been uncovered in the At the Pembroke Mall Couples and Singles 5K club’s archives. Run, Harry Freeman in 15:08 and Gigi Kessler- The First Annual Lakewood Spring Fling at Lakewood Park Sixour in 17:40 were the first overall single male and female in Norfolk was won by Todd Lindsley in 16:03 and Mary finishers, respectively. Baumgarten was the first female in 18:05. The 10th Anniversary Portsmouth City Park 5K Run, in The Armed Forces Day 5K was won by Cletus Griffin in 15:17 August, was won by Harry Freeman in 14:32 and Kathleen and the first female was Juanita Etheridge in 17:59. McAllister was the first female in 19:12. The 6th Annual W. H. Taylor Book Run was held in Norfolk. In the Hampton Bay Days 10K, Carolyn Harrison was the first Ronnie Borsheim was the first male in 15:41 and Mary overall female with a time of 39:08 and Harry Freeman was Baumgarten was first female in 17:56. first male in 30:42. The Run for the Arts 10,000 Meter Run was held in Newport The Labor of Love 8K Run, sponsored by Friends of Animals, News. Steve Littleton was the first male finisher in 31:14 and took place at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Pete Gibson Laura Stevens, age 12, was the first overall female in 39:03. was first male in 26:28 and the first female was Renee Scott At the Blair Clipper Classic, Donald Bond was first male in in 32:56. 15:57 and Susan Duquette was first female in 18:53. The Second Annual Ocean View Run, a 5K, was won by Ken The Mary Kay 5K in June was won by Cecil Snead from Lampert in 14:50 and the first female was Anne Drozdowski Richmond in 19:08. That is the name listed in the results. in 19:33. Since this is an all-female race, that might be a misprint and At the Neptune Festival Healthfest 5K Run, in Virginia Beach, she is actually Cecilia? Randy Scharberg finished as first male in 15:22 and Betty The St.Jude 5K was won by Harry Freeman in 15:14 and Blank was the first overall female in 19:30. In the Neptune Janey Gordon was the first female in 19:03. Festival 8K, David Romaine was first male in 24:47 and Susan Duquette was the first overall female in 31:02. The Jewish Community Center 5K winner was Harry Freeman in 14:46 and Carolyn Cook was the first female in 18:47. The Big Blue 5K, at Old Dominion University, was won by George Green in 19:24 and the first female was Rosa Boyle In the Ghent Run 5K, Carolyn Cook was first female in 19:11, in 22:38. with 12-year old Laura Stevens 2 seconds behind. Donald Bond was first male in 15:35. The Suffolk News-Herald 5K Run was held on October 7 and was won by Ken Lampert with a time of 15:13. Gigi Kessler- Sixour was the first female in 18:32.

43 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 The Run with the Witches 5K, at Pembroke Meadows Key runners Elementary School in Virginia Beach, was won by Lew Faxon, Dave McDonald continued to win a large number of local age 44, with a time of 16:11, while Susie Bohlander was the races, and also performed well nationally. McDonald first female in 18:35. qualified for the 1984 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in The Pasquotank River Runs, including both a 10K and 5K, Buffalo, NY and his finishing time of 2:19:36 put him in 31st were held in Elizabeth City, NC. In the 5K, the first male place. McDonald was also the first place finisher in the 10K was Ken Lampert in 15:53 and the first woman was Susan (30:50) at the Virginia Track and Field Championships. Spencer in 21:45. In the 10K, Pete Gibson won in a 34:21 and Ray McDaniels won a significant number of races with Laura Stevens was first in the women’s open with a 41:52. some outstanding times. In the 5-Mile race at the Shamrock The Green Run Run, at Green Run High School in Virginia Marathon, McDaniels set a course record with a time of Beach, was run on a Sunday at 2:00 PM. The first male 23:55. finisher was George Green in 15:52 and the first female was Harry Freeman was one of the best local runners for the Sandra Bland in 22:47. year also. He won at least 17 local races over the course of The Portsmouth Fire Department 10K Run finished at the the year. Tower Mall. Pete Gibson was the first male in 32:53 and Lew Faxon continued as the top master’s runner in the club. Carolyn Harrison won the women’s overall in 40:22. He placed first in the 3K (10:09) at the Virginia The Beach Ford All-American Run was a 5K race at Kingston Track and Field Championships. Elementary School in Virginia Beach. Harry Freeman was Ken Lampert also won several local road races and placed the first male in 14:40 and Gigi Kessler-Sixour won the open first in the 1500 meters with a time of 3:57 at the Virginia women’s division in 17:27. Track and Field Championships. The Kempsville Junior High School PTA 5K race was won Gigi Kessler-Sixour continued as one of the leading female by Harry Freeman in15:27 and the first female was Karyn runners, winning numerous local races. Kessler-Sixour also Gallivan in 18:33. placed 4th overall with a time of 37:19 in the Bonnie Bell The Northwest River Park 15K was run in November, and 10K Run, in Washington, DC. More than 3,500 runners were was won by Geoff Mearns in 47:14 with the first female, entered. Susan Duquette, finishing in 57:53. Juanita Etheridge did not race as much this year, but had an The Autumn Amble 5K was held in Norfolk on Newport impressive 17:59 in one of her 5K races. Avenue. Ken Lampert in 15:15 and Donna Harper in 19:04 Carolyn Cook, also racing as Carolyn Harrison later in the were the overall male and female finishers, respectively. year, won a significant number of races with impressive The Turkey Trot was now the club’s major scholarship race. times. Harry Freeman was the first male in 31:57 and Maureen Laura Stevens, age 12, was not only one of the leading youth Hinnebusch was first female in 38:04 runners in the area, but also was the first overall female The Crime Line Half Marathon, in Norfolk, started at Fleet finisher in at least four races during the year. Recreation Park on Hampton Boulevard and ran north Mary Baumgarten won her share of races during the year, through the Naval Air Station. The race was won by Al Dunn and also had an impressive double victory in both the 5K in 1:05:24. This is one of the fastest half-marathons run and 10K, at the Run for the Children Races. locally, and Dunn may have been stationed here with the Navy. The first female was Janey Gordon in 1:25:02 As noted below, other elite male and female club members won their age groups in the Grand Prix race series. The Joy Fund 8K, run in December at Mt. Trashmore, was won by Harry Freeman in 25:00 and the first female was Multisport Valerie Ambrose in 32:23. Multisport competition began to expand in the Tidewater The Northwest River Park 20K run, in December, was won area and stimulated many club members to take up the by Dave McDonald in 1:02:54 and Nancy Turner was the sports of and triathlon. In the October issue of first female finisher in 1:20:12. The Rundown, an article noted that there was a new club in town, The Tidewater Triathlon Club. The article noted that At the Nature Trail Half Marathon at Seashore State Park, the club will provide training seminars, a newsletter, and Dave McDonald was first overall in 1:09:05 and Susan workouts for club members. The Striders mentioned that Duquette placed as first female overall in 1:26:49. our club also provides schedules and training information In the last race of the year, Wendy’s Run into the New Year when available. A notice in the March issue ofThe Rundown, 5K, Deborah Beckner was the first female finisher in 18:28 entitled Attention Triathletes, indicated there would be and Rodney Rothoff was the first male in 16:19. a film presentation focusing on cycling. Also, the Striders 44 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 helped conduct three triathlons during 1984, one of which The top female and male Grand Prix point collectors were, included canoeing instead of swimming. respectively, Pattie Fulford and Rick Thompson, who both The Tidewater Triathlon was held on April 8 in Virginia were awarded watches courtesy of Timex. The following Beach. The first Ironwoman was Joanne Janas in 2:49:35 represent the Grand Prix award winners for 1983-84. Total and the first Ironman was Randy Drake in 1:47:53. points were not uncovered in the club’s archives. Several Striders competed in the Ware River Biathlon near Women 19 & Under Gloucester, a 10K run and 30K bike, and several placed first Laura Stevens in their age groups, including Chris Gibson (Open Men, Women 20-29 1:30:23), Susan Duquette (Open Women, 1:44:37), Deborah Burgess (Female 25-29, 2:01:47), and Jan Stark (Female 30- Deborah Beckner 34, 1:49:21). Women 30-34 The Surprising Suffolk Biathlon was held in May, with an 8K Donna Harper run and 23.5K bike segment. Steve Cook and Rudy Schuster Women 35-39 of the Striders finished in the top ten men, and Jan Stark was in the top ten women. Pattie Fulford The Ocean View Triathlon, the first in Norfolk, was held Women 40-49 on June 10. The race distances involved a 1.3K open bay Jeanette Douglas swim paralleling the beach, a 15K cycle race, and a 5K foot Women 50 & Over race. Entry fee was $15 and John McDowell was the race director. There was no mention of the Tidewater Striders on Fran Adams the entry form. Those entering the race needed to submit Men 19 & Under a Swimming Verification form certified by an appropriate None swim official, such as a certified Red Cross Water Safety Instructor; the entrant must have completed a continuous Men 20-29 1-mile swim. Bernie Duffy, in the June Board meeting, noted Dave McDonald that 323 athletes had registered for the triathlon. No race Men 30-34 results have been uncovered in the Striders’ archives. Dave Harrison The Sandman Triathlon was again held in conjunction with the Neptune Festival. No race results have been uncovered Men 35-39 in the Striders’ archives. Rick Thompson Youth program Men, 40-44 In Hampton, the Phillips Athletic Association initiated a Lew Faxon cross country program for the first time beginning in March. Men, 45-49 The program was designed for boys and girls from ages 8 to 14, and would hold meets, including 3K races for those age Mel Williams 8-11 and 4K races for those 12-14 on Friday afternoons. The Men, 50-54 notice was a call for coaches. James Alexander As noted above, Laura Stevens, age 12, often placed first as Men, 55 & Up overall woman in local road races. Bernie Duffy The Virginia Association of the Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships was held at Mt. Trashmore, in November. Scholarships Stevens, from Chesapeake, was the Striders outstanding In the April newsletter, the guidelines for the scholarship runner, finishing 1st in the female age group 11-12 in the 3K indicated that beginning in 1984 scholarship winners were with a time of 11:04. Laura also placed first in her age group at eligible to receive additional financial assistance in each of the Region III Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships their remaining college years if they continued to participate with a time of 11:13, also held at Mt. Trashmore. in an intercollegiate cross country or track program. Carlos George, age 18, won the open division at the Old There was $2,000 in the scholarship budget for 1984. Hampton 5K in 16:37. The recommendation from the scholarship chairperson Awards provided $500 each to Winston Brown and David Coulter, and $500 to Clara George for her second year at Virginia Tech. 45 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Miscellaneous Board Member – Ken Martin This was an Olympic year and in the July newsletter the lead Board Member – Carol Senechal article focused on Donna Harper, one of the leading female Board Member – Sonya Whitley runners in the club, who along with fellow relay runners Board Member – Mel Williams would help carry the Olympic torch from Lawrenceville, The Executive Director was Charlie George. N.J., to Akron, Ohio from May 13-19. Membership numbers varied throughout the year. The March Fred Weaver traveled to Greece to run the Athens Marathon, report indicated that numbers were down from previous the historic first marathon course, in October. years. The report also provided some demographics. Total The Tidewater Striders women’s team placed third overall membership was 1330, with 991 males and 339 females. in the competitive Avon 15K, in Washington, D. C. The team In percentages by city, Virginia Beach was largest with 46 included Gigi Kessler-Sixour, Clara George, Gaye Heckman, percent, Norfolk was 20 percent, the Peninsula was 13 Carolyn Cook, Susie Bohlander, Debbie Beckner, Jane Duffy, percent, Chesapeake was 8 percent, and Portsmouth was 3 Linda Arthur, and Valerie Ambrose. The Striders women also percent. In April, the club had 1,659 members with 154 paid placed first in the Shamrock Marathon team competition, Golden Runners and a male:female ratio of 73:27 percent. including team members Juanita Etheridge, Gaye Heckman, In October, the club had 2,177 members. Kathleen McAllister, and Janey Gordon. Dues were $10.00 for individuals and $2.00 for each Ken Lampert noted in the July issue of The Rundown that additional family member. Golden Runners paid $120.00. the sport of Track and Field was dying in the Tidewater area. At the end of January, the club had $18,893 in unrestricted No longer do we have the Virginian-Pilot Relays, the Norfolk funds, and $3000 in the Scholarship fund. In the April State Relays, the Norfolk City Meet, or even the Tidewater meeting of the Board, Treasurer Corzatt noted the club Striders Summer Track Meets. is doing well, and was ahead of last year with $26,000 in membership dues already in hand. 1985 Club members competed not only locally, but in many out- of-town races as well, and the club considered linking up by Mel Williams with a travel agency to plan group travel to races such as Introduction Bermuda, Gasparilla, and other popular road racing venues. The major function of the club continued to be the The club continued to provide excellent speakers at its organization and conduct of local races, and a wide variety general meetings, including the following over the course of such events that included multisport competition, was of the year. presented throughout the year. Board meetings were now • Hal Higdon, Runner’s World journalist, author of held at the Virginia Beach YMCA, which would remain as numerous books on running and a nationally ranked the location for Board meetings for about 10 years. The club master’s runner, spoke at the October general also developed a Volunteer Participation Program this year, meeting. including a point system to be used to determine awards. Jan Forrester was appointed as chair of the Constitution • Barry Brown, one of the country’s best distance Committee, which was charged with the responsibility runners, was sponsored by the Striders and Norfolk to update the Constitution and Bylaws. However, each General Hospital, and talked on various aspects of month the minutes of the Board meetings indicated no road racing. progress was being made. The process would continue for • John Wareing, Scott Banks, Ignacio Ripoll, Charles several years, Changes to the Articles of Incorporation was Ewing, David Young, Rudi Schuster, and Mel completed in 1990. Williams, all local physicians and sports scientists, Club operations talked on the medical aspects of running. The following constituted the 12 members of the Board of The Annual Banquet was held at the Breezy Point Officer’s Directors for 1985. Club on the Norfolk Naval Air Station. The special guest speaker was Gary Fanelli, the “Clown Prince of Running.” President – Dave McDonald Vice President – Bob Woytych The club developed a Volunteer Participation Program, Secretary – Debbie Beckner designed to recognize the time and efforts donated by our Treasurer – Jim Corzatt members to provide the support essential to a non-profit Board Member – Susan Duquette organization. Volunteer points, ranging from 1 to 20, were Board Member – Jan Forrester awarded for various activities. For example, 1 point was Board Member – Cheryl Macdonald earned for working longer than an hour at a Strider race Board Member – Don Martin while 20 points was earned for serving as a member of the 46 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Board of Directors. Awards included a Tidewater Striders The cover of the March issue of The Rundown featured Jim T-Shirt for 4 points, and a Golden Runner membership for Ryun, considered the greatest American miler at the time. 20 points. Jim spoke at the Shamrock Marathon. In the April issue, There was a proposal to change the election process. Ryun wrote a letter to Jerry Bocrie expressing his gratitude Basically, the proposal indicated that the Election visiting the area and noted that the race needed very little Committee would nominate a slate of candidates and self- constructive criticism as it was so very well organized. nominations would not be permitted. Also, limits on terms Running of office would be instituted. The Election Committee was The club provided a comprehensive race schedule for the then a President’s committee. However, the proposal was year, including the summer series at the Norfolk Botanical rejected at the September Board meeting and the election Garden and the Grand Prix Series. The summer series procedure would proceed as in past elections. consisted of fun events, such as a “Predict Your Time” race Newsletter and was held on four consecutive Wednesday evenings. Newsletters were being mailed via bulk mail. In the August The Grand Prix schedule for 1984-85 included the following issue of The Rundown, the editors documented the twelve events. procedures necessary to publish each issue: (1) collection The Old Hampton 10-Miler of material submitted for publication; (2) formatting and The Elizabeth River Run typesetting; (3) printing; (4) stuffing with race flyers; (5) Run for the Roses 8K labeling with addresses; and, (5) mailing. Women’s Festival 5K Randy Cook continued to provide profiles of club members The VABA 5K who were dominating their age groups in local races. The Tidewater 10K Allen Cibert had some great times, including a 32:20 for The Phoebus Day 10K the 10K and a 2:35 marathon. Cletus Griffin, whose best The Northwest River 15K times included a 29:50 for the 10K and a 14:25 for the 5K The Seashore Half-Marathon was then the new cross-country coach at Green Run High The Northwest River 25K School. Janey Gordon profiled Kathleen McAllister, who had The Northwest River 30K transitioned from roller skating to running. McAllister had a Shamrock Marathon 3:09:57 personal best for the marathon. The following represent some of the race results over the Zeke Zucker, traveling worldwide while in the military, wrote course of the year. a series of articles detailing his running experiences while • The Winter 8K Run was won by Harry Freeman in sailing on what he calls the “Ike”, or better known as the 25:24 and Diane Ridgway was the first female with USS Eisenhower, a Navy aircraft carrier. Along with other a time of 33:24. members of the “Ike” who are also members of the Striders, • The Northwest River Park 25K was run in January, Zucker enthralls us with his runs in Greece, Israel, and other and the first male finisher was Ron Borsheim in ports of call. In one account, he reported on his “Jamaica 1:27:14 while the first female was Rosa Boyle in High,” which actually was a parasailing venture above the 1:52:23. Caribbean Sea. • In his History of the Tidewater Striders, Raymond Ochs The Northwest River Park 30K first female finisher was Nancy Turner in 2:04:33, and Mel Williams was noted that the April issue of The Rundown included a the first male in 1:48:42. questionnaire; the results of which were to serve as the basis for publication of a book about running routes in • The Blair Clipper Classic 5K was won by Steve the Tidewater area. The questionnaire asked Striders to Littleton in 15:45 and Susan Duquette was the first female in 18:26. submit their favorite running courses including such details as location, length of course, outline of the • In the Wave Goodbye to Litter Run, at Waterside, course by streets, and if there were restrooms or water Robbie White was the first male in 15:44 and along the way. The book, entitled the City Man Running Carolyn Harrison won the female overall category in 17:00. Guide to Tidewater, was compiled by Mick Pope and later published in September. Striders members were • In the Lions Journey for Sight 5K run, at Fort Story snapping them up at general meetings and the book was in Virginia Beach, Stephen Pinard ran a 15:05 and was one of the few to outrace Dave McDonald in a also sold in local bookstores. The Guide contained 100- local race during the early 1980s. Susan Duquette plus routes. was the overall female winner in 18:38.

47 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 • In the Shamrock Marathon, Dave McDonald was the • The 7-UP MDA 7K race, at the Norfolk Botanical first overall male in 2:20:28 and Charlene O’Brian, a Garden to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy good Irish name, was first female in 2:54:45. Association, was a rather unusual distance, • The Mount Trashmore Fun Run, a 5K, was won by calculated to be 4.34 miles. The first male and Frank Ford 16:15 and Elaine Daniel was first female female finishers, respectively, were Steve Littleton in 23:08. in 22:08 and Janey Gordon in 26:49. • The Point of View into Spring 5K had Lanny • The Women’s Distance Festival 5K run, at the Doan as the first male in 15:25 and Carolyn Harrison Norfolk Naval Amphibious Base, was won by was the first female in 19:12. Charlene O’Brien from Jacksonville, NC with a time of 18:10. Sonya Whitley noted that it was the most th • The 7 Annual Azalea Festival/Optimist Club of successful women’s distance festival to date. Norfolk 8K was held at the Norfolk Botanical Garden and Finn Pincus in 27:39 was the first male while • The St. Jude 5K, at Mt. Trashmore, now on a new Diane Ridgway in 33:06 was the first female. all-weather course, was won by Al Dunn in 14:42 and Inge Schuurmans was the first female in 17:29. • The Old Hampton 5K was won by Pete Gibson in 17:03 and Lori Eady was the first female in 21:43. • The Boardwalk 5K, at the Virginia Beach oceanfront in July, was won by Ray McDaniels in 15:08 and • The Ghent Run 5K race was held at Ghent Elementary Deborah Forrester was the first overall female in School in Norfolk, in May. Anthony Vodacek won 18:38. the race in 16:09 and Carolyn Harrison was the first female in 18:55. • The Tidewater 8K at Sandbridge, in Virginia Beach, was won by Dave McDonald in 24:27 and Carolyn • The Norfolk Harborfest race was part of The Diet Harrison was the first female in 31:39. Pepsi 10,000 Meter Series and was held on June 8 at Waterside. No race results have been uncovered. • The Virginia Association of Blind Athletes (VABA) 5K, at Granby High School, was won by Al Dunn in th • The 7 Annual Elizabeth River Run was held on May 14:08 and Jo White was first female in16:48. 4; a point-to-point 10K race ending at Waterside in Norfolk. However, no race results have been • The 8K Run for Leukemia was held at the Lynnhaven uncovered in the Striders archives. Mall in Virginia Beach. Winston Brown in 26:11 and Kathleen McAllister in 31:43 were the first place • The Armed Forces Day 5K Run for Sobriety, at the male and female winners, respectively Cape Henry Lighthouse in Fort Story, was won by Al Stanczak in 15:55; Jayne Hoffman in 19:49 was the • The Virginia Beach Arts Center 5K Run was held in first female finisher. the oceanfront area. Scott Herman in 15:50 was the first overall male finisher and Susan Duquette in th • The 7 Annual W. H. Taylor Book Run had Dave 18:14 was the first female. McDonald as the first male in 15:26 and Kathleen McAllister as the first female in 18:33. • At the Pembroke Mall Couples and Singles 5K Run, Ray McDaniels was the first male in 14:47 and Susan nd • The 2 Annual Run for the Roses 8K was held at the Duquette was first female in 17:58. Norfolk Botanical Garden. Al Dunn was the first male with a time of 24:10, while Inge Schuurmanns was • The Hampton Bay Days 10K, a very popular local the first female in 29:25. The race held a drawing for race, was won by Paul Hough in 31:47 and Carolyn round trip air fare for two to Amsterdam, Holland, Harrison was the first female in 38:25. the Flower Center of the World, compliments of • The Third Annual Ocean View Run was held on a TWA. Sunday, the main race being a 5K distance. Tom • At the Chesapeake Crime Line 5K Run, Al Dunn in Bernard won with a 15:03 and Donna Harper was 14:36 was the first male and Kathleen McAllister in the first female in 18:42. 18:45 was the first female. • The Health Fest 1985 5K Run was held at the Virginia • The Maryview Hospital 5K, in Portsmouth, was won Beach General Hospital. Ray McDaniels was the first by Pete Gibson in 16:18 and Carolyn Harrison was male finisher in 15:37 and Laura Stevens, age 13, the first female in 19:39. was the overall female winner with a time of 18:59. • The YMCA Independence Day 5K, at Mt. Trashmore, • The Neptune Festival 8K Run, at the oceanfront in was won by Al Dunn in 15:22 and Suzanne Puryear Virginia Beach, was won by Ray McDaniels in 25:15 was first female with a time of 19:14. and Laura Stevens was first female with a time of 32:11.

48 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 • The results of the 11th Annual Portsmouth City male in 30:02 and Carolyn Harrison as the first Park Run, a 5K, lists’ Dave McDonald in 14:52 and overall female in 37:49. Kathleen McAllister in 19:22 as the first place male • In the Turkey Trot, the club’s main scholarship fund and female winners, respectively. raiser, Sean O’Flynn in 32:21 and Nancy Turner in • The Big Blue 5K, raced on the campus of Old 38:43 were the overall male and female winners, Dominion University, was won by Pete Gibson in respectively. 16:02 and the first female was Donna Harper in • The Joy Fund 8K was held at Mt. Trashmore. Dennis 19:12. Lamountain was the first male in 26:06 and Carolyn • The Run for Liberty II, an 8K race in Hampton, was Harrison was the first female in 30:28. won by Dave McDonald in 24:13 and Gretchen • The Northwest River Park 15K was won by Pete Maurer was the first female in 30:22. Gibson in 49:58 and the first female was Carolyn • The Portsmouth Fire Department 10K, in downtown Harrison in 59:32. Portsmouth, was also won by Dave McDonald in • The Nature Trail Run half-marathon first-place male 31:05; Kathleen McAllister was the first female with finisher was Ray McDaniels in 1:07:13 and Carolyn a time of 39:41. Harrison was the first overall female in 1:26:00. th • The 6 Annual Mulberry Island Run, a half-marathon • The Northwest River Park 20K was won by Paul at Fort Eustis, had Carolyn Harrison in 1:25:58 as Ruston in 1:08:16 and Carolyn Harrison was the first the first overall female and Tom Bernard in 1:10:42 female in 1:22:51 as the first overall male. • In the last race of the year, the Lynnhaven Mall • At the Larchmont Runs At Twilight 5K, in Norfolk, 5K, on December 31, Anthony Young was the first Dave McDonald was the first overall male in 14:53 male in 15:22 and Kathleen McAllister was the first and Donna Harper was first overall female in 18:53. female in 19:28. • At the The Norview Pilot Runway 5K, Greg Eck was Elite Club Runners the first male finisher in 16:06 and Jodee Harrington was the first female finisher in 21:27. The club had many outstanding runners, both male and female, during 1985. • The 7th Annual Green Run Run results revealed Harry Freeman as the first male in 15:52 and Dana Dave McDonald did not race as much this year, but was Wright as the first female in 19:58. very successful when he did. In particular, McDonald won the Shamrock Marathon and many other local races. Other • The Autumn Amble on Newport Avenue in Norfolk, exceptional male runners included Ray McDaniels and a 5K race, was also won by Harry Freeman in a time Harry Freeman, both of whom had multiple wins over the of 15:46 and Donna Harper was the first female in course of the year. Al Dunn, a non-Strider living in the area 18:49. for several months, had some exceptional times, including a • The Run Against Crime Half Marathon, at Fleet 14:08 for the 5K. The cover of the July issue of The Rundown Park in Norfolk, was won by Joe Weston in 1:14:21 had a photo of Dunn as the New Man to Beat in Tidewater. and Kathleen McAllister won the female overall Several other men had excellent performances in state or category in 1:29:27. regional competition. Ken Lampert placed 1st in the 30-34 • At the Kempsville Junior High School PTA 5K Run, age group for both the 800 meter and 1500 meter events Lanny Doan was first male with a time of 15:18 and at the Virginia State Indoor Track and Field Championships. Gretchen Maurer was the first female in 18:03. Greg Eck placed first in two events, both distance races, at • At the Beach Ford All-American Run, a 5K at the Southeastern Masters International Track, Field, and Kingston Elementary School in Virginia Beach, Ray Long Distance Championships in Raleigh, NC. Dave Harrison th McDaniels was the overall winner in 14:44 and Gigi finished 7 overall in the Annapolis Ten-Miler Kessler-Sixour was the first female in 17:55. As for the club’s female runners, Carolyn Harrison was one • The Witches 5K, at Pembroke Meadows Elementary of the most dominant, winning races of varying distances School in Virginal Beach, was won by Keith Batten from the 5K through the half-marathon. Kathleen McAllister in 15:44 and Karen Bunting was the first female in also won a substantial number of races, again ranging from 19:16. the 5K through the half-marathon. Susan Duquette finished 2nd overall in the prestigious Annapolis Ten-Miler. Duquette • The Greenbrier Mall Simply Terrific 10K, in also won several key local races, as did Laura Stevens, age Chesapeake, had Ray McDaniels as the first overall 13. Inge Schuurmans, a non-Strider living in the area for the summer, dominated races in which she entered. 49 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 In master’s completion, Lew Faxon, now in the 45-49 age Ridgway, Kathleen McAllister, Janey Gordon, and group, had an exceptional year. Most notably, Faxon won Susie Bohlander. the 3K Steeplechase in his age group at the World Track and • The Men’s Submasters Team also placed 1st overall Field Championships in Rome, with a 9:53:29, or 4:59/mile at the Virginia Ten-Miler. Team members were Dan st pace. Faxon also placed 1 in this age group for the 1500 Hurley, Dennis Bohlander, Dave Harrison, Al Cibert, meter (4:22) and the 5000 meter (16:39) at the Virginia Cletus Griffin, Randy Cook, and Greg Eck. State Indoor Track and Field Championships. He also placed first in three events, all distance races, at the Southeastern The names of additional club members who experienced a Masters International Track, Field, and Long Distance successful racing season are presented below in the Awards Championships in Raleigh, NC. section. The club also had other nationally recognized age-group Multisport runners. Thirty club members were nationally ranked in Several local multisport events were mentioned in The race distances ranging from the 5K through the 50K. In Rundown, but no results were uncovered for such events. particular, Fran Adams was ranked in eight different race Some of these events were not Strider races. distances for the 50-54 age group. In addition to Adams, • The 2nd Annual Ocean View Triathlon, in Norfolk, a the following members, recognized in the November issue 1K open water swim, 15K bicycle race, and a 5K foot of The Rundown, each had multiple rankings in their age race, was held in June. Participants needed to be group. certified in a 1-mile swim. Richard Bourn (50-54) • A recreational biathlon was scheduled for the James Alexander (55-59) Kempsville Recreation Center, geared for the Cokey Daman (65-69) beginning biathloner. Bernie Duffy (60-64) Lew Faxon (40-44) • The Try-Athalon, cosponsored by the Striders Vernon Geary (70-74) and the Tidewater Triathlon club, was held at the Mary Park MacFarlane (45-49) Northwest River Park. The race started with a 2K Karen Sage (35-39) run, followed by a 15K bike ride, and finishing with Rick Thompson (35-39) a 4K canoe race. Mel Williams (45-49) However, some results were available for Striders competing The club also had some very impressive team performances in out-of-town events. during the year. • Rudi Schuster finished 3rd in his age group in the • The Tidewater Striders women’s team took first United States Triathlon National Championship at th place in the Open Team competition at the Bonne Hilton Head, SC. Susan Duquette was 7 in her age Bell 10K, in Washington, DC. The team consisted of group. Overall, there were 1,200 entrants. Debbie Beckner, Janey Gordon, Nancy Turner, and • Greg Eck finished third overall in the Fifth Annual Carolyn Harrison. Lynchburg Biathlon Championships, with a 1:50:29 • The Men’s Submasters Team won the TAC for a 10K run and 24-mile bike. Cross-Country Championships in November at • The Outer Banks Triathlon, a 0.5 mile swim, 15-mile Raleigh, NC. Team members included Roland bike, and 5K run, attracted several Strider members. Parsons James Edwards, Bill Hart, Randy Cook, Troy Lewis and his wife Nancy both finished 2nd Cletus Griffin, Lennie Hillers, Greg Eck, and Lew overall, respectively, in the men’s and women’s Faxon. open division with times of 1:22:17 and 1:25:38. • The Women’s Master’s Team placed 1st at the Capital Bob Jennings, a former club president, finished first Trail 10-Mile Run in Raleigh. The team consisted of in the 36 to 45 year age group. Karen Stronach, Olga Cohen, Jeanette Douglass, Youth program and Joanne Bamburg. The club continued to provide support for youth running. • The Men’s Submasters Team won the Virginia State In the May issue of The Rundown, a motion was presented TAC Cross-Country Championship. Team members relative to the operation of the Teams Committee, and the included Randy Cook, Bill Hart, Randy Estes, Greg list of official teams, other than various categories for men Eck, and Dan Hurley. and women, included youth teams. • The Women’s Submaster Team placed first overall at This was the first year for the New Energy Youth Running the Virginia Ten-Miler, in Lynchburg. Team members team. The head coach was Bill Bernard. In the December included Jeannie Atwell, Suzanne Puryear, Diane minutes of the Board meeting, President McDonald noted 50 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 that Coach Bernard’s youth team was quite active and Rick Thompson, 130 points merited team money. Men, 40-44 Other local groups also supported youth running. The Ed Brinkley, 144 points Neptune Festival Youth 2-Mile Beach Sand Run, for children age 14 and under, was held in September, and there was no Men, 45-49 entry fee. Larry I’Anson, 167 points Two young girls had some impressive running performances Men, 50-54 during the year. As noted above, Laura Stevens often was the James Alexander, 110 points first overall female finisher in several local races, including the Health Fest 1985 5K Run and the Neptune Festival 8K. Men, 55 & Up Stevens, from Chesapeake, won the girls 13-14 age group Lewis Allen and Ed Small, tie with 86 points at the Virginia Association Junior Olympics Cross-Country Scholarships Championships at Mt. Trashmore. However, the results listed her with the Richmond Track and Field Club, another Guidelines indicated that two high school seniors, club to which she belonged. Dawn Grabb, age 9, won the normally one male and one female, are eligible to receive 12 and under age group at the St. Jude 5K in 25:06 and also a scholarship each year. Additional candidates will be the girls 10 and under age group at the Virginia Association reviewed on an individual basis. The fund for the year was Junior Olympics Cross-Country Championships with a time set at $3,000. A report from Brevard College highlighted the of 12:40 for a 3K course. Grabb was to become one of the team’s exceptional performance led by Winston Brown and leading youth runners over the course of the 1980s. David Coulter, the club’s two scholarship recipients for the previous year. On the boys side, Adam Guherman, a Strider from Norfolk, won the boys 15-16 age group at the Virginia Association Four $500 scholarships were awarded this year. Brown and Junior Olympics Cross Country Championships, a 5K event, Coulter received awards for the second consecutive year. in 19:16. The other two awards went to Michelle Arnold and Shannon Jeter, two graduating high school seniors who would be Awards attending Christopher Newport College and William & The following are the Grand Prix awards for the 1984-1985 Mary, respectively. However, in the minutes of the October season: Board meeting, the chair of the Scholarship committee Women 19 & Under noted that Arnold was not in school so her scholarship was not awarded. Laura Stevens, 180 points Miscellaneous Women 20-29 A full page advertisement appeared in the June issue ofThe Carolyn Harrison, 131 points Rundown, entitled “Sport Shoe Resoling.” For those of us Women 30-34 who have run around the block more than a few times, we Susan Duquette, 145 points can recall when you did not throw away shoes that were worn down – you simply resoled them and treated them like Women 35-39 a new pair of shoes. As running shoe costs began to spiral Linda Arthur, 115 points upwards, this was a reasonable approach to save some Women 40-49 money by extending the life of your favorite running shoes. A full resole was about $17 and a full resole and midsole, Jeanette Douglas, 140 points $25. The process was comparable to retreading automobile Women 50 & Over tires back in the day, another money-saving procedure, and Fran Adams, 175 points the costs were similar. Men 19 & Under The Shamrock Marathon sponsored a dance the evening after the race and the popular singing group, The Coasters, Asa Canaway, 99 points provided two shows during this post-race activity. Men 20-29 Sy Mah ran his 357th marathon at the Shamrock, a world Pete Gibson, 82 points record at the time. Men 30-34 Former Strider member, Barry Heath, won the famous David Harrison, 115 points London to Brighton race, roughly 54 miles, in 5:24:15. Men 35-39 The Board voted to purchase a WBGT (Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer) to help assess heat stress at club races and 51 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 to provide guidance to race directors to either shorten the Banquet, Awards – Bob Woytych distance or cancel the race. Charlie George served as the Executive Director. Due to Two club members, Cheryl Macdonald, a board member, an injury, Carol Senechal resigned from the Board in June. and her husband, Mike, were operating Finish Line Sports, Jeanne Kruger was selected as her replacement. a store in the Kempsville section of Virginia Beach catering Membership dues for 1986 were $10.00 for individuals to runners. and $2.00 for each additional family member. The Golden Ochs noted there was sadness among the Striders Runner fee was still $120.00. At the December Board during 1985 as two fellow Striders, Robert Thomas meeting, dues were increased for 1987. A detailed financial and Ray Romans, died in races. Both were in their 50s. report appeared with the minutes of each Board meeting. The Striders made a donation to the Heart Fund in their In January, the total in hand was $15,191. In February, behalf. the amount was $18,388 with $6,000 in restricted funds. The amount fluctuated over the year, but the last report in December showed only $6,487. 1986 General meetings of the club were held at various sites, by Mel Williams such as Wareing’s gym. A discussion on resistance exercise Introduction training for runners was presented by the popular gym The Tidewater Striders continued on the road to owners. Other renowned speakers, such as Henley Gibble improvement in a variety of areas. Proposals were made on from the RRCA and Boston marathon legend Johnny Kelley, several initiatives that, although not developed this year, provided informative talks. The club sponsored Kelley as a would be accomplished in years to come. Sonya Whitley speaker at the Shamrock Marathon. The Annual Tidewater made a proposal for the Striders to host the RRCA National Striders banquet was held at Old Dominion University. Convention in 1989, but such would not occur until the Other items of interest during the course of the year include next century. Pat Molnar proposed a Hall of Fame, but it the following: would take 25 years before this proposal would resurface • At the January Board meeting, Corzatt suggested and become a reality. This year may be considered the first that the club should have a uniform requirement in which organized walking was incorporated within the among race directors relative to age groups for club. In his History of Walking in the Tidewater Striders, awards. As older runners are now participating in Jordan Levitin noted that various walking courses have been races, the 50 and over category did not appear to developed in several local shopping malls, and President be appropriate for runners in their 60s and 70s. McDonald noted that a walking group will be formed as part of the Striders. Multisport competition was increasing • The Women’s Distance Festival was very successful, in popularity both locally and nationally. Our youth teams including not only a race, but a wonderful tribute to performed exceptionally well in regional competition. World the club’s female runners. Each received a bouquet class runners would continue to compete in local races, and of flowers when finishing the race and a great in this year one such runner would set a world’s record. cookout afterwards. To top it all off, at the July Board meeting, Charlie George • A schedule was developed for team completion for noted that the club was now the fifth largest running club both men and women, including Open, Submaster, in the country. Master, and Senior age groups. The average budget Club operations allotment for each race was approximately $300.00. The following constituted the 12 members of the Board of • In a story familiar today, the Board investigated Directors for 1986. why the Virginian-Pilot did not carry age-group categories with the publication of race results. President – Dave McDonald Vice President – Sonya Whitley • At the October Board meeting, Corzatt resented the Secretary – Patti Fulford fact that the Turkey Trot had been turned over to a Treasurer – Jim Corzatt new organization without notifying him and he was Publicity – Carol Senechal resigning as race director. There was no indication Publicity – Pat Molnar as to the identity of the new organization. Programs – Kathleen McAllister • The turnout at general meetings was sparse, and Programs – K. E. Morgan a recommendation to schedule them quarterly, Publications – Ken Martin rather than bimonthly, was made. No decision was Teams – Jan Forrester made at the October Board meeting. However, Elections – Debbie Forrester that recommendation was eventually approved 52 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 as the club currently holds general meetings on a The Grand Prix schedule for 1985-1986 included the quarterly basis. following twelve events. • Changes to the constitution were approved at the Old Hampton 10 Miler December meeting of the Board, but the specific Elizabeth River Run 10K changes were not noted in the minutes of the Run for the Roses 8K meeting. St. Jude 5K Newsletter VABA 5K In June, 1,600 copies of The Rundown were printed for Tidewater 10K distribution. Ken and Don Martin continued as editors. Phoebus Day 10K Northwest River 15K The newsletter continued to publish a variety of articles, Nature Trail Half Marathon both by club members and nationally recognized members Northwest River 25K of the running community, on the various aspects of running. Northwest River 30K In particular, many articles focused on the medical aspects Shamrock Marathon of running, including nutrition, injury prevention and treatment, and running in the heat. One much respected The following represent some of the race results over the columnist was Gabe Mirkin, a renowned medical specialist course of the year. who was also a dedicated runner. • The Northwest River Park 25K took place in January. Comprehensive race schedules were published, including Bill Hart, 1:27:53, and Nancy Turner, 1:44:28, not only local races, but also a complete 1987 Marathon were the first place male and female finishers, schedule listing marathons across the country with dates respectively. and contact information. As noted below, comprehensive • In the Lions Journey for Sight 5K, Dave McDonald multisport race schedules were also published periodically. won with a 15:35 and Laura Stevens was the first The profile column continued to be popular, and more club female with an 18:36. members, particularly Board members, submitted profiles • The Wave Goodbye to Litter 5K, in Norfolk, was won of club members. Here are a few. Randy Cook profiled Ken by Ray McDaniels in 15:00 and the first woman was Lampert. Lampert played all sports, but did not start running Carolyn Harrison in 18:55. until his junior year in high school. He dominated the local • The Shamrock Marathon started to attract some running scene for years, running the mile in 4:04 and the 5K of the mid-elite national and international runners in 14:29. Sonya Whitley profiled Gigi Kessler-Sixour, one of to its races, particularly the shorter 8K race, but the best local female runners. Kessler-Sixour won most local also the marathon. The first-place male this year races she entered. She trains about 35-40 miles a week, was Joseph Kipsang, from Kenya, with a time of with a 10-mile run on the weekend. Whitley also profiled 2:18:59. The first-place female finisher was Claudia Jeanette Douglass, chair of the Women’s Masters team and Ciavarella, from Florida, with a time of 2:56:50. an accomplished master’s runner, winning this year’s Grand Prix for the 40-49 age group. Other profiles include those of • The 7-Up MDA 7K was won by Phillip Roman in Pete Gibson by Dave McDonald and Don Martin by Jeanne 22:37 and the first female was Carolyn Harrison in Kruger. 27:21. Running • In the Elizabeth River Run, Steve Pinard ran a 28:31 as the first male finisher and Maria Daniel was the The November 1985 issue of The Rundown listed the first female in 34:16. Tidewater Striders race schedule for 1986. It included over 50 races, starting with the Winter 8K, on January 4, and • The Pungo Strawberry Festival 5K was won by Rick ending with the New Year’s Eve 5K, on December 31. Also, Thompson in 15:47 and the first female was Laura in the December 1985 issue of The Rundown, President Stevens in 19:45 McDonald indicated that in 1986 the club was going to stress • The Norfolk Botanical Garden 4 Mile Run was won quality over quantity for our races, possibly in response to a by Rick Thompson in 21:40 and the first female was decrease in registrations for current races. Laura Stevens in 25:05. Some races were becoming “big budget” events. The • In the Blair Clipper Classic, Lanny Doan ran a 15:32 expense report for the Elizabeth River Run indicated that as the first overall male and Deborah Forrester was at one point prior to the race, expenditures to date were the first overall female in 18:03. $24,704.90 while entry fee income was $25,435.50.

53 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 • The Women’s Distance Festival 5K, in Norfolk, was • The 9th Annual Turkey Trot 10K benefitted both won by Debbie Forester in 18:14. In the men’s race, the United Negro College Fund and the Tidewater Ray McDaniels won with a 15:20. Striders Scholarship Fund. Paul Hough in 32:53 was • The Virginia Beach Arts Center 5K was won by Ray the first overall male and Kathleen McAllister in McDaniels in 15:27 and the first female was Debbie 39:09 was the first overall female. Forrester in 18:01. • The Ghent Run 5K was won by Dave McDonald • The Run for Leukemia 5K, in June, was won by Ray in 15:14 and the first overall female finisher was Ochs in 16:29. Kathleen McAllister was the first Carolyn Harrison in 18:56. female with a time of 18:44. • The Greenbrier Mall Simply Terrific 10K was won by • The Chesapeake Crime Line 5K, in June, was won Ray McDaniels in a time of 31:02 and Gigi Kessler- by Dave McDonald in 15:06 and Kathleen McAllister Sixour was first female in 35:47. was the first female in 18:43. • In the Run with the Witches 5K, in October, Lanny • In the Independence Day 5K, Ray McDaniels won in Doan placed as first overall male in 15:42 and Joey 14:40 and Deborah Forrester was the first female Burns was the first overall female in 19:26. with a time of 17:27. • In the Suffolk News-Herald 5K, Gigi Kessler-Sixour in • The Portsmouth City Park 5K took place in August. 17:44 and Lanny Doan in 15:25 were the first place The first male was Ray McDaniels in 15:07, and the overall female and male finishers, respectively. first female was Gigi Kessler-Sixour in 17:30. • The Lynnhaven Mall 8K was won by Paul Hough • The Ocean View 5K, in September, was won by in 25:25 and Nancy Turner was the first female in Randy Cook in 16:29 and Donna Harper was the 30:46 first female in 19:57. • In the Northwest River Park 15K, Dave McDonald • In the Bay Days 10K, the September event held in was first overall male in 48:32 and Deborah Hampton, Ray McDaniels in 31:01 and Gigi Kessler- Forrester was the first overall female in 58:05. Sixour in 36:35 were the first male and female • In the Northwest River Park 20K, both McDonald finishers, respectively. (1:06:06) and Forrester (1:18:05) repeated their • The results from the Kempsville Junior High School victories from the previous series race. PTA 5K Run listed Paul Hough as the first male in • The Nature Trail Half Marathon, in December, was 15:06 and Pamela Morell as the first female in won by Ray McDaniels in 1:07:46 and Elizabeth 18:39. Andrews was the first female in 1:26:12. • In the Run for Sight 5K, the first male and female Elite Club Runners finishers were, respectively, Ray McDaniels in 14:47 Gigi Kessler-Sixour was one of the top ranked female runner and Deborah Forrester in 17:55. in the club. Kessler-Sixour ran a 57:20 race in the Capital Trail • In the Run for the Roses 8K, Ray McDaniels won 10 Miler for 3rd place overall in this very competitive field. in 24:37 and Gigi Kessler-Sixour was first female in She won most of the local races in which she competed, 28:54. including a 17:30 time for a 5K. • The Run Against Crime 5K, in October, was won by Deborah Forrester, formerly Deborah Beckner, was also Pete Gibson in 16:00 and Suzanne Puryear in 18:49 one of the club’s top ranked runners. Forrester placed 3rd was the first female. overall female in the 11th Annapolis 10 Mile Run. She was • Stroh’s Run for Liberty III 8K, in Norfolk, was won by a consistent winner in local races, including both short and Dave McDonald in 24:42 and Deborah Forrester in long distances. She ran a 17:25 for the 5K and a 1:18:05 for 29:55 was the first female finisher. the 20K. • In September, the Neptune Festival 8K, in Virginia Carolyn Harrison and Kathleen McAllister also performed Beach, had Susan Duquette as the first female very well in local races; each placed first in several during finisher in 30:03 and Ray McDaniels as the first the year. male finisher in 25:44. Two new club members, Elizabeth “Bee” Andrews and • The Portsmouth Fire Department 10K open winner Lorraine Hochella, performed well in the Elizabeth River was Michael Henneberry in 32:44 and the first Run, placing 1-2 respectively in their 20-24 age group. th female was Carolyn Harrison in 38:47. Andrews also ran a 2:57:21 to place as 5 overall female in the Marine Corps Marathon. Both eventually would become two of the most distinguished female runners in the area. 54 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 The dominant male runner over the course of the year was Multisport events were blooming all over. The June issue Ray McDaniels, who placed first in over a dozen local races of The Rundown contained a 3-page list of and ranging from the 5K through the half-marathon. He ran a triathlons from July 12 through September 27. A total 14:40 for the 5K and a 1:07:46 for the half-marathon. of 100 races were listed throughout the country and Dave McDonald had a good year, winning several local races internationally. in the early part of the season and finishing with two strong Many club members also participated in multisport events wins in the Northwest River Park 15K and 20K races. so the newsletter started carrying articles relevant to Lew Faxon, Ed Brinkley, and Dennis LaMountain were the multisport athletes. One such article was The Well Dressed leading master’s runners. Cokey Daman was the leading Cyclist, highlighting what you should look for in helmets, runner in the senior age group, placing 1st in the 400, 800, gloves, shoes/cleats, shorts, and jerseys. and 1,500 meter races at the Virginia Masters Track & Field John Pagenstaacher and Pam Zimmerman, from the Championships in Charlottesville. Tidewater Triathlon Club, met with the Board at the June The Striders women’s teams were running very well. Both meeting, and the discussion focused on a merger of the two the Women’s Open team, consisting of Nancy Turner, Laura clubs, which eventually would occur. Stevens, Janey Gordon and Gaye Millings, and the Women’s There were several multisport events in the Tidewater Masters team, consisting of Bobbie Allen, Mary MacFarlane, area. The 3rd Annual Ocean View Triathlon was scheduled Olga Cohen, Joanne Bamburg, and Jeanette Douglass, took for June 1. The 4th Sandman triathlon was to take place in first place in the Bonne Bell 10K race, in Washington, D. C. At Virginia Beach, in September, and a biathlon was scheduled the Virginia 10 Miler in Lynchburg, the Women’s Submasters for the Saturday after Thanksgiving. However, perusal of Team, consisting of Janey Gordon, Carolyn Harrison, the Striders archives did not reveal results for any of these Suzanne Puryear, Jeanne Kruger, Kathleen McAllister, and events. Linda Arthur placed first in the team competition. Isolated reports in The Rundown provided brief accounts of The men’s teams did not do too badly either. The Men’s club members participating in regional multisport events, Master’s Team at the Marine Corps Marathon, which such as the following: included Ed Brinkley, Larry Pederson, Rex Reed, Ken Royston, • Dr. Rudi Schuster won the 60 and over age and Mel Williams, took the first place award. At Lynchburg, group at the United States Triathlon Association the Striders Seniors team took first place in the Virginia 10 Championships in Hilton Head, SC. Miler competition; team members included John Hort, Bob Clark, Charlie Flynn, Jim Alexander, Jimmy Farmer, and Larry • Two club members, Bill Wittpenn and Joey Burns, I’Anson. were performing well in out-of-town triathlons. Walking • Bernie Duffy wrote an account of his and Rudy Schuster’s participation in the 1985 Ironman As noted in the Introduction to this chapter, 1986 appears Triathlon in Hawaii, noting that it was an exceptional to be the first year in which walking would be included experience with more than 1,000 triathletes from in the club’s activities. At the June Board meeting, a brief around the world. The Hawaii Ironman competition discussion was held on whether there should be a division is the Mecca for all triathletes. in races for walkers. The Board indicated that, because of time constraints, the walkers would be limited to shorter Youth distances, such as the mile. This was a banner year for the club’s youth running program. At the September Board meeting, President McDonald Bill Bernard was off to an excellent start with the New noted that more attention should be paid to walkers. Energy Club. President McDonald and the Board were in full According to Levitin, the following entry appeared in the support of the youth program. A Youth Grand Prix Series minutes of the Striders board meeting on October 21, 1986, was developed. The front page photo in the July issue of The with President McDonald presiding: “Dave informed the Rundown of young children lining up for the Independence board that Pembroke Mall is establishing a walking course. Day Mile Fun Run, is a tribute to the club’s support and A walking group will be formed as part of the Striders. He promotion of youth running. The Board provided funding spoke of the walking course at Military Circle. Pat Molnar for three races, which were the East Coast Cross Country reported there was also one at Tower Mall.” Molnar became Classic, the Region III Cross Country, and The Athletes a competitive walker in 1986. He was the first Strider walker Congress (TAC) Cross Country. However, the teams did so elected to the Board of Directors, and would become an well that Bernard appeared at the December Board meeting activist for walking during his tenure on the Board. and petitioned the club for financial assistance to send the team to the youth nationals in Los Angeles. However, funds Multisport were not available. Various fundraisers were suggested and

55 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 George was looking into a NIKE grant to promote youth the Chesapeake City High School Meet with a 5K running programs. time of 15:54 and was fourth in the Regional Meet. Bernard was the head coach for numerous New Energy Scholarships runners, but had assistance from Ken Lampert, a coach at The Strider budget contained $3,000 for Scholarships. Jim Norfolk Academy, and several parents of young runners, Corzatt, as chair of the Scholarship Committee, raised the particularly the Grabbs and the Canaways. In the November scholarship program to a new level. He was resigning as issue of The Rundown, Camille Grabb posts a tribute to Bill chair, but indicated he would remain Race Director for the Bernard for the time and energy he devotes to promoting Turkey Trot, the major fund raiser for the program. However, running with youngsters. as previously noted, Corzatt resigned when another In competition, the New Energy Youth Running team had organization assumed control of the Turkey Trot race. Pat quite a year, including the following highlights from the Molnar assumed the chair position for the Scholarship fund. November, 1986 issue of The Rundown. Former scholarship winners Winston Brown and David • Virginia TAC Junior Cross Country Champions Coulter had received full college scholarships at Old • TAC-USA National Cross Country Qualifiers Dominion University. Four scholarships were awarded over the course of six months. The recipients were David • TAC-USA Region III Cross Country Champions Smith (June), Brian Wakefield (July), Cherie Alexander o 11-12 Boys (September), and Rodney Rothoff (December). No dollar 11-12 Girls amount for the scholarships was uncovered, but previous o grants approximated $500. • TAC-USA Region III Cross Country Runners-Up Awards 9-10 Girls o A separate affair was held this year to honor those Here are some highlights for the regional competition. In individuals supporting the club’s activities through their only their second year of existence, the New Energy running volunteer efforts. The Volunteers Dinner was held at the team stunned the defending champion, Atlanta Red Little Creek Amphibious Base. Sonya Whitley received the Runners, at the regional cross country championships with Volunteer of the Year Award. impressive individual and team performances. The Boys 11-12 team placed 5 runners in the top 12 and outscored Kathleen McAllister and K. E. Morgan planned the awards the second team by 40 points. Team members were Jason banquet, which included a variety of club awards. The Canaway, Sean Ayres, Travis Thiele, Karl Ostrand, Josh following Grand Prix awards, with accumulated point totals, Barclay, Tracey Thoroman, and Matt Bott. The Girls 11-12 were presented at this banquet: age team was even more impressive with a sweep of the Women, 19 & Under top 4 places. Dawn Grabb led the girls with Virginia’s only Lourdes George, 139 points individual title. Nichole Elliott, Virginia Clark, Stephanie Smith, Alicia Dandar, Maura Lee and Shirley Nethaway Women, 20-29 completed the team. Carolyn Harrison, 152 points The following are highlights of the exceptional performances Women, 30-34 by several of the club’s young runners. Susie Bohlander, 120 points • Laura Stevens, age 14, ran a 19:26 for the Blair Women, 35-39 Clipper Classic 5K, for third place overall female. She won her age group at the Elizabeth River Run. Linda Arthur, 152 points In school completion, Stevens won the Chesapeake Women, 40-49 City Meet with a 5K time of 18:34. Although Stevens Jeannette Douglass, 128 points was a member of the Tidewater Striders, she ran competitively with the Richmond Track and Field Women, 50-59 Club. Oma Jean Fox, 110 points • Dawn Grabb was the Virginia Individual Cross Men, 19 & Under Country Champion for the girl’s age group 11-12. Marc Ayers, 79 points With a time of 44:04, she also placed first inthe girl’s age group 1-12 in the Elizabeth River Run. Men, 20-29 • Anthony Brinkley, age 15, placed first in the 19 and Pete Gibson, 89 points under age group in the Independence Day 5K with a Men, 30-34 time of 16:21. In school competition, Brinkley won 56 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 David Harrison, 135 points Men, 35-39 Bill Hart, 167 points Men, 40-44 Michael Brownley, 139 points Men, 45-49 Ed Brinkley, 170 points Men, 50-54 Floyd Dormire, 118 points Men, 55 & Over James Alexander, 115 points Miscellaneous Alberto Salazar provides some training tips to local runners. In March, Grete Waitz blitzed the Shamrock 8K course with Photo by Bill Bellenberg, reprinted from Strider Rundown. a time of 25:03 to set a women’s world record for that Below, the Great Dismal Swamp Half-Marathon, in Novem- distance. ber 1982 was won by Rick Thompson in 1:11:19. The course was one-loop on the unpaved service roads of the Great The July issue of The Rundown carried an advertisement for Dismal Swamp. a new player in the athletic store market, Running Etcetera. The ad described Running Etcetera as “Tidewater’s Newest Running and Aerobics Store.” Later abbreviated, Running Etc. over the years would play a large part in club activities. The Rundown was stuffed with race entry forms at the store and the club’s hotline was maintained by store owner, Mike Robinson. Many new Strider members had been recruited by Robinson, at his store. Running Etc. also became an unofficial gathering place for many Striders before a running workout through Ghent or speedwork at a local track.

To the Left: Lew Faxon was second overall at the NW River 20k. Below, the start of the 1984 Shamrock Marathon.

57 The RUNDOWN - November 2012 Special Discounts for Tidewater Striders Chesapeake: RUNDOWN Ad Chesapeake Foot & Ankle Ctr. Massage Discounts - 20% Discount for 10% Discount 436-5824 massage therapy. Two Locations in Virginia Rates Beach - 34th Street at the Oceanfront, and Great Bridge Cyclery Inlet Fitness - Great Neck. Monthly advertising rates are as 10% Discount Parts & Accessories, 482- Tamara Vandelinde 757-615-3782 5149 [email protected] follows: Norfolk: Integrative Message Therapies, 575-3044 Full Page...... $75.00 Brian D. Deutsch, MD, 10% Discount $10.00 Discount on all therapeutic massages Half Page...... $50.00 Freedom Ford, Call 583-3673 for details New Balance Virginia - Hilltop East 10% Discount 433-0100 Quarter Page...... $35.00 Running Etc. - Ghent (See ad in this issue) Running Etc. - Regency Hilltop (see our ad Eighth Page...... $25.00 in this issue) Mediation Center of Hampton Roads, Business Card...... $15.00 10% off of Mediation Services and Train- Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy ing, 624-6666. Student Clinic 457-7146 - Student mas- Flyers (8.5”x11”)...... $50.00 sages ~ $20.00; Other services (Reflexology, Ghent Chiropractic - complimentary massage/facial) ~ $5.00 off with Tidewater 5% Discount for 6 months first day services (including consultation, Striders ID examination, x-rays (if needed) 622-1222 10% Discount for 12 months Shorebreak (Pizza, Sports & Billards) Newport News: 10% discount to Striders, not to be combined STAY TUNED FOR CHANGES Runner’s Source 223-4970 15% discount with any other specials or coupons. on non-sale in stock inventory. 481-9393 To qualify for newsletter mailing costs assigned to non-profit organizations, Virginia Beach: Sterling Meadows Kennel - 471-0040 Athlete’s Foot 10% off boarding/supplies - does not include we can only accept ads which are Salem Crossing Shopping Center - 2085 pet food - Must present Strider membership related to sports or health, fitness Lynnhaven Parkway 10% discount on card. shoes and apparel to card carrying mem- and wellness. Ads may be accepted bers of the Tidewater Striders. Therapeutic Massage - Allison Thomas 10% discount 285-6411 from other agencies when they help sponsor the Tidewater Striders and Cosmo’s Corner. Cage Free Doggie Foot Reflexology- 757-430-2526 or e-mail Daycare and Boarding. 10% discount to [email protected]. 10% discount for members club events. Tidewater Striders on all purchases (daycare ,boarding and retail items) Wells Therapeutics, Inc. - 490-9488 cosmoscorneronline.com Massage therapy in Mount Trashmore area To advertise in the RUNDOWN, 10% discount on all therapeutic massage. please contact Ada Lester, ada@ Conte’s Bicycle & Fitness Equipment Zen Hot Yoga. - 757-288-9142 $25 discount 491-1900 Also, Norfolk, NN & Richmond off 1-month unlmited package or $75 off TriDuo.com a 3-month unlimited package. http://www. Dynamic Health Services - Free consult for zenhotyogavb.com/ Striders. www.DynamicHealthServices.org Ads should be in a pdf, .tif or .jpg 757-639-3153 Various Locations In Motion Physical Therapy and Sports format. All ad copy is due by the Final Kick Sports - 10% off shoes and Performance. 20th of each month. apparel 10% off VO2 Max testing - www.Bonsec- oursinmotion.com First Colonial Chiropractic 496-4956 Duck, NC Free Exam. Necessary x-rays included Outer Banks Running Co. with one paid treatment. 10% Discount 252-255-5444 New Life Chiropractic Other Locations A $160 value for $50. would like to offer Lifetime Running and Fitness striders a consultation, Exam, report of 10% on all training programs, 703-975-1605 findings and first chiropractic treatment for just $50. Dr. Mike Geheren 757-222-0910 SportsLegalForms.com - 20% discount - use code “STRIDERS”. HDK Cycles - Kempsville 424-6151 15% parts and accessories Strider Apparel and more.. Hybrid Academy of Martial Arts - (Scores Plaza) Receive a free one week trial on Muay Thai Kickboxing or Submis- Visit sion Grappling 490-6906. These merchants give discounts to Tidewater Strider members. Most stores give at least 10% discount on non-sale www.cafepress.com/striders items. Bike shops usually give discounts on parts and accessories only. You must show your Strider membership card and the discount is non-transferable. Please support these merchants willing to support us!

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Save Time & Paper & $$$$ Membership Application Sign Up Online @ Tidewater Striders Running Club TidewaterStriders.com 1585 Lake James Dr. Questions or Changes Virginia Beach, VA 23464 Our 40th Year of Call / Email Dan / Bob Running Hampton Roads 757 495-3551 [email protected]

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I know that running and volunteering to work in club races and other events is potentially hazardous. I should not enter & run or participate in club activities unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of race officials relative to my ability to safely complete any race or event. I assume all risks associated with running o volunteering to help with races, including but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, including heat and/or humidity, the conditions of the road or trails and traffic on the course, all such risks being known & appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of your accep- tance of my application for membership, I for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Tidewater Striders, their national governing body and their sponsors, their representatives and the successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in club activities even though liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of those named in this waiver. Signature/Date______(Parent or guardian for all youth memberships)

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PLAN TO JOIN the Tidewater Striders' New Energy Youth 2012 Running Team New Energy is an informal youth group training together to improve their times in road races as well as their performance in track and field and cross-country events sanctioned by the USA Track and Field (USATF) and AAU. Motivations vary from those who simply enjoy running, to those who are goal oriented and recognize the need to train in order to perform well in races. With its group approach to running practices, New Energy provides a fun, sociable forum for running preparation and development.

New Energy welcomes all youth runners, ages 6-16, regardless of ability. Practices are informal, and participants are encouraged to attend as many as possible. Runners must have a good pair of running shoes to avoid injuries. Uniforms (singlet and shorts) and Warm ups ( Hoodie and Pants) can be purchased, but are optional. Membership in the Tidewater Striders is required by the third practice in order to participate in sessions and compete on a team basis in Track and Relay teams. The cost is $10.00 per year or $15.00 for two years. The Team participates in road races held in the Tidewater area, which are part of the Youth Grand Prix 1-mile series and are sponsored by local organizations such as school PTAs. Check race flyers for specific information by visiting www.tidewaterstriders.com . A New Energy Team race schedule will be part of the program and can be found under ‘Youth Programs’ on our Web Site.

Coaching is provided by volunteers who are Tidewater Striders members. Again this year, Angelo Celesia will provide leadership for training. Other running enthusiasts/parents will also assist.

New Energy provides youth runners and their families an enriching environment which can be a building block to the youth runners' future. In the past, New Energy runners attended National Cross Country and Track and Field Championships around the Country. Many previous New Energy runners are currently participating with high school and college teams where they have excelled in Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field with All State and National recognition. New Energy has produced numerous All-American medalists, State Champs and one National Champion in Cross Country.

The New Energy Team practices will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5-6 p.m., at Mt. Trashmore (Kid's Cove area facing South Blvd.), beginning Thursday March 6, 2012. Visit the Striders Web Site and look under ‘Youth Programs’ for a complete training and racing calendar.

Suffolk Training Site: Sleepy Hole Park, Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 6:30 PM.

Norfolk Training Site: Norview HS Track, Thursdays from 6-7 PM.

For more information, contact: Coach Angelo: [email protected] 288-7715 Dan Edwards, Chairman of the Tidewater Strider Youth Committee: [email protected] 757-495-3551 Evie Foster, Team Coordinator: [email protected] ...... Detach and Mail completed form to: Angelo Celesia, 2586 Ocean Shore Ave., Va. Beach, VA 23451 (Also, you may email completed form to [email protected] or fax to 481-9514 or use our Online web form: http://www.liveanswer.cc/newenergy/NewEnergy.html )

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Parent's/Guardian's signature______Date______VA-USATF 2012 OPEN ONE HOUR RACE WALK CHAMPIONSHIP & TIDEWATER STRIDERS 2012 ONE HOUR POSTAL RACEWALK Saturday, November 10, 2012 Tallwood High School, 1668 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA

*A Walking Grand Prix Event * *A Golden Runner Race* The track will open at 7:00 am; 1st Heat starts at 8:00 am This is the 2012 Virginia Association USATF Open One Hour Race Walk Championship on the track. Non USATF members and other NonVA-USATF members are welcome to participate and are eligible for Tidewater Strider awards for open M & W 1st - 3rd places. In accordance with Rule 3 of the USATF Competition Rules, only VA-USATF members are eligible for VA-USATF open awards M & W 1st – 3rd places. In past years the one hour race walk results were submitted by mail to the Shore AC of New Jersey, where the term “Postal” originated, and combined with one hour races from other venues. Walk On! Minnesota took over as national sponsor for two years using digital reporting of results. The Shore AC has returned as the country-wide race sponsor, has retained the “Postal” name, and has returned to the postal method of submitting race results. Competitors may have their race results submitted to the Shore AC 2012 country-wide One Hour Postal Race Walk for a separate $10 fee. This is in addition to the $10 Tidewater Striders race entry fee used to offset the cost of using the track at Tallwood High School. $20 is the total fee for race entry and participation in The Shore AC National Postal Competition (one $10 check payable to Tidewater Striders; and one $10 check payable to Dave Talcott for Shore AC race registration). Lap time forms will be available at the race site. The race director will consolidate and submit all country-wide Shore AC Postal race fees, completed registration entry forms, & lap sheets to the Shore AC (Attn: Dave Talcott, Owego, NY). Receipt of payment, or Tidewater Strider Golden Runner #, and the completed entry form prior to November 10, 2012 is REQUIRED. THERE WILL BE NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATIONS. It is anticipated that two, one hour heats, will be conducted. Individuals walking in the first heat must remain available to count and record lap times for the second heat walkers. It is recommended that prior to arriving, walkers arrange with another walker to record lap times during one heat and compete in the following heat, or visa-versa. THE USATF COMPETITIVE RULES OF WILL BE FOLLOWED. A minimum of three (3) USATF certified racewalk judges will be assigned to judge the racewalkers in each heat. One caution (yellow paddle) may be given by a judge to walkers observed to be in danger of ceasing to comply with the rules of racewalking during their heat. Failure to (1) maintain contact with the ground at all times, and/or (2) failure to insure that the advancing leg is straightened immediately upon contact with the ground, and maintained straightened until the body passes over the leg, will result in warnings (red cards) being issued by the judges. Walkers receiving three warnings (1 red card per judge) will be disqualified and their names will not be submitted to the national sponsor: Shore AC of NJ. An air horn will be used to start each heat. A large digital race clock, located in the vicinity of the starting line and visible to all competitors, will display the time. Each walker’s lap recorder will use the digital clock, or their own digital clock/watch, to record the cumulative time of each of the walker’s laps. When five minutes remain to be walked, each walker will receive a marker with their name on it to carry during the remaining time. A hand bell will be used to indicate when there is one minute remaining. The air horn will sound when the hour time has elapsed. Walkers will drop their markers at their location on the track when hearing the final air horn blast. Officials will then measure – using a measuring wheel - and insure the distance of each walker’s final lap is properly recorded on each walker’s lap sheet. *------tear here------&------mail with check------Make $10 Checks Payable to the Tidewater Striders and mail to: 211 – 66th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-2040 Race Director: Steve Durrant – [email protected], Phone 757-422-6811 or 757-615-2452 VA-USATF Member: Yes__No__ Name(First,MI,Last)______USATF Mbr#______M__F__ Address(#&Street,City,Zip)______Phone #______Email Address______GoldenRunner#______Age on 11/10/12______I understand that racewalking is a potentially dangerous activity. I should not enter the event unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide to any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the walk. I assume all risks associated with racewalking this event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather including heat and humidity, and the condition of the track and all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Tidewater Striders, Shore AC of NJ, RRCA, USATF, VA-USATF, the City of Virginia Beach, the Virginia Beach Public School System, TriDuo.com, race officials, and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event. I grant permission for all of the forgoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recording or any other record of this event for legitimate purposes. I understand that this is an event conducted under the rules of the RRCA and USATF, is not intended for baby joggers, head phones, roller blades, and dogs on leashes. I will abide by these guidelines. ______Signature (Parent, if under 18) Date music 5K RUN/WALK FOR THE MUSIC VETERANS DAY (OBSERVED) HOLIDAY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2012

START TIME: 9:00am (Awards will be presented immediately following the race.) CHECK-IN: 7:45am-8:45am LOCATION: BELLS MILL PARK, CHESAPEAKE, VA 23222

PAYMENT INFOMATION: Make check or money order payable to the “OSHS Orchestra” and mail to: Race for the Music, Deanna Kringel, Oscar Smith High School, 1994 Tiger Dr., Chesapeake, VA 23320 (No refunds, exchanges or transfers. Incomplete applications will not be processed.)

RACE COORDINATOR: Deanna Kringel, [email protected], (757)288-4055, www.osmith-orchestra.org

Individual Competitor Entry Fees for all Runners & Walkers:

EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION (postmarked by October 1, 2012)

_____$20.00 = EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION

_____$15.00 = EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION for___ music educators (current or retired) and ___music students currently enrolled in ____BAND ____CHORUS ____ORCHESTRA NAME OF SCHOOL: ______

REGULAR REGISTRATION (postmarked by November 1, 2012)

_____$25.00 = REGULAR REGISTRATION (postmarked by November 1, 2012)

_____$20.00 = REGULAR REGISTRATION for ___music educators (current or retired) and ___music students currently enrolled in ____BAND ____CHORUS ____ORCHESTRA NAME OF SCHOOL: ______

ALL RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS (& registrations postmarked after November 1, 2012)

_____$30.00 = ALL RACE-DAY REGISTRATIONS

DIVISION: Male Female AGE GROUP: 14 & under 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55 & older SHIRT SIZE: Adult Small Adult Medium Adult Large Adult X-Large Adult XX-Large (T-shirts are only guaranteed for early-bird and regular registrations.)

Name: ______Street Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Phone Number: ______Email Address: ______Age: ______Birthdate: ______

       

______Contestant Signature Date

______Parent/Guardian Signature (if under age 18) Date runway 5K Virginia beach noVember 17, 2012 Saturday,

P-40 Warhawk P-51D Mustang

5K Run/Walk – 9 a.m. ½ Mile Run – 10 a.m. (12 and under)

Registration opens at 7:30 a.m.

Refreshments & Awards following race

Race Location: Military Aviation Museum 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23457

To benefit Untamed Spirit Therapeutic and Educational Program Providing equine assisted activities for individuals with special needs

For more information: VBrunway5K.org VB Runway 5K Run/Walk Entry Form

Participant Name: ______Sex: _____ Birthdate: ______Email: ______Age on race day: ______Address: ______

Register me for: 5K Run 5K Walk ½ mile My T-Shirt size is: Adult/Youth SM MED LG X-LG

Tech shirts to the first 200 registered for 5K. Entry fees: $25 by October 1, 2012; $30 October 2 thru race day. $10 for ½ mile race.

For more information or if you have questions, contact: Jennifer Jeffers, Race Coordinator, at [email protected]

Awards

5K Awards will be given to: Top 3 Male and Female overall runners in 5K and Walk Division and top 3 runner finishers in the following age groups: 5K Age Groups: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up. Medals will be given to all who finish the ½ mile.

WAIVER and RELEASE

By participating in the Virginia Beach Runway 5K, I hereby for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, release the Military Aviation Museum, Untamed Spirit Therapeutic and Educational Program, all sponsors, representatives and successors from all claims and/or liabilities of any kind arising out of participating in this event. I understand that this race is not intended for baby joggers, strollers or dogs. I give the Military Aviation Museum and Untamed Spirit permission to use any photos, videos and/or recordings of this event for any legitimate purpose, Including newsletters and public relations materials. Children under the age of 18 must have a ParentÕs signature. Signature: ______Date: ______ParentÕs Signature for minor: ______Date: ______

Entries must be postmarked by November 11, 2012 and mailed to: Jennifer Jeffers, Race Coordinator, 2724 Renaissance Way, Virginia Beach, VA 23456 or register online at:www.vbrunway5k.com. Online registration closes November 16. Mail in registration closes November 11. Registration will be on site starting at 7:30 a.m. day of race (11/17/2012).

Untamed Spirit Therapeutic and Educational Program A 501(c)(3) organization, Untamed Spirit provides equine assisted activities to individuals with special needs in a relaxing farm environment. Established in 2010 by Barbara S. Ford, Untamed Spirit encourages children and adults to experience nature and horseback riding in a holistic and nurturing setting. Untamed Spirit PATH, Intl. Certified Instructors cater to each person’s individualized needs and life’s challenges. Untamed Spirit is a PATH, Intl. and Therapeutic Riding Association of Virginia Untamed Spir(TRAV)it Ther amemberpeutic center. For more Mili tinformationary Aviation andMus eclassum schedules call and(757) Educ 288-5999ational Pro orgr acontactm [email protected]. Visit our website at: www.forwardmotionfarm.com. A 501(c)(3) organization, Untamed Spirit The Military Aviation Museum is home to one of the provides equine assisted activities to largest private collections of World War One and World individuals with special needs in a relaxing War Two era military aircraft in the world. Each has farm environment. Been beautifully restored to its prior military condition, Military Aviation Museumusing original parts whenever possible. Established in 2010 by Barbara S. Ford, Untamed Spirit encourages childrenThe Militaryand adults toAviation experience Museum Call (757) is 721home-7767 to to obtainone ofmore the information largest or private visit nature and horseback riding in a holistic and our website at: www.militaryaviationmuseum.org. nurturing setting. Untamedcollections Spirit PATH, of World Intl. War One and World War Two era military aircraft in the Certified Instructorsworld. cater to eachEach personÕs has been beautifully restored to its prior military condition, individualized needs and lifeÕs challenges. using original parts whenever possible. Untamed Spirit is a PATH, Intl. and Therapeutic Riding AssociationCall (757) of 721-7767 Virginia (TRAV) to obtain more information member center. Foror more visit information our website and at: www.militaryaviationmuseum.org. class schedules call (757) 288-5999 or [email protected]. Visit our website at: www.forwardmotionfarm.com.

turkeytrot One Mile & 10K Run

Thanksgiving Day

Race Day Schedule A Tidewater Striders Grand Prix Event

Registration Opens: 7:00 AM 10K Certified Race Course Registration Closes: 8:45 AM The 10K race will begin at the YMCA located on South Blvd 1‐Mile Run / Walk 8:15 AM 10K Run 9:00 AM and run down to Presidential, onto Colonial Pkwy, Palace Green, Cumberland, Chancellor, William Penn, Palace Location Green, Winsdor Woods Blvd, Silina, West Colonial Park‐ Packet Pick Up & Registration (Wed & Thu) & Awards way, South Blvd, through Mt. Trashmore, and back to the

Ceremony at Mt. Trashmore YMCA at 4441 South Boule‐ YMCA. USATF Certification: VA11043RT vard, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Conveniently located 1‐Mile Course just off I‐264, take the south Independence Blvd exit, turn left onto Edwin Dr, and then left onto South Blvd. The 1‐Mile event will begin and finish at the YMCA and is an out and back on South Blvd.

Registration Striders Non‐ Packet Pick‐up & Late Registration Wed. 11/21 1‐7PM Member Member Early Registration online* Late registration & pre‐registered packet pick‐up will be held Wed., Nov 21 from 1:00 to 7:00 PM at the Mt. Trash‐ & Postmark by Nov. 11 $14 $17 more YMCA , 4441 South Boulevard in Virginia Beach. Late Pre‐registration*

Nov 12 through Nov 21 $22 $22 Chip Timing by Winning Time

Race Day Registration $25 $25 Start and finish line times for the race will be recorded using the

* Online open thru 12 noon Nov 20th; no transaction fees. Winning Time chip timing system. You must pick up your chip Golden Runners & race passes postmarked by Nov. 11th on race day and wear it on your ankle. Register On‐line at 2012‐13 Scholarship Recipients: $14,000 TidewaterStriders.com

Tom Bashara Scholarship Tidewater Striders Scholarships Tidewater Striders Scholarship Fund Mathew Schwartzer Brent Coulter The objective of the Scholarship Award is to Princess Anne High School Landstown High School provide financial assistance to Tidewater area Indiana University Indiana University college bound high school running, track, and Alexandra Justice cross country athletes, and continuing assis‐ Pamela Edwards Scholarship Western Branch High School tance where appropriate to current college Samantha Park Lipscomb University student athletes. Annual scholarship awards Ocean Lakes High School will be designated for the most deserving University of Mary Washington Elizabeth Cornell graduating high school seniors as recom‐ Princess Anne / Univ of Tennessee mended by the Scholarship Committee and Zackary Fanelty approved by the Board of Directors. “The purpose of the Turkey Trot 10K Tallwood / Georgia Tech and 1 Mile Run is to provide a tradi‐ For more information about Tidewater Strid‐ tional quality running event for ers scholarships or sending donations, contact Jeremy Greenwald the Scholarship Chairman: families & runners of all abilities Grassfield / Georgia Tech Dan Edwards with all proceeds going to the Tide‐ 1585 Lake James Drive water Striders Scholarship Funds.” Alexandra Yerkes Princess Anne / Sweetbriar Virginia Beach, VA 23464 495‐3551 or [email protected] Information & Online Registration Links: www.TidewaterStriders.com

Race Director: Dan Edwards 495‐3551 or [email protected]

10K Awards 10K Age Groups

Runners: First 3 male and female Male: 12 & under, 13‐19, 20‐24, 25‐29, 30‐34, 35

and top 3 in each age group. Walkers (walking entire ‐39, 40‐44, 45‐49, 50‐54, 55‐59, 60‐64, 65‐69, 70 & over

race) top 3 male and female walkers. Female: 12 & under, 13‐19, 20‐24, 25‐29, 30‐34, 35‐39, 40‐44, 45‐49, 50‐54, 55‐59, 60‐64, 65 & over Mile Run/Walk Awards

Top 3 male and female age groups: 6 & under, 7‐8, Race Features

9‐10, 11‐12, 13‐19, 20‐39, 40 & above; Colorful 100% cotton T‐shirts Ribbons for all finishers. Random drawings for runners & volunteers Unique turkey trophies 10K Event Records After race refreshments 1996 Tommy Holland 30:22 Traditional family fun 2008 Natalie Sherbak 35:12

Volunteers Needed! Contact Dick Brothers at 481‐6155 or by e‐mail at [email protected]—get a new race crew T‐shirt and earn a pass for next year’s Turkey Trot and the gratitude of 2,500 runners. Don’t miss a great op‐ portunity for family and friends of runners to participate.

Presented by: Special Thanks To Our Sponsors YMCA of South Hampton Roads

In Cooperation with the City of Virginia Beach Special Events Office & Department of Parks & Recreation

Register online or mail entries to: Make checks payable to: Tidewater Striders Turkey Trot, c/o Dan Edwards 1585 Lake James Dr. Name (First—Last) Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Email: (required for race updates) Age Gender Strider Phone Number Golden Runner #

M F Y N Check Race T-shirt size Address - CKA 10K Run (circle one) 1 Mile Run/Walk S M L XL XXL City State Zip Code Check if race walker Yth-M Yth-L REGISTER EARLY: FIELD CAPPED AT 2,500

I understand that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter the run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official to my ability to safely compete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in the event including, but not limited to; falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather including heat, cold, humidity, traffic, conditions of the roads or trails, and all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waver and knowing these facts and in consideration of the acceptance of my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Tidewater Striders, The City of Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation, RRCA, race officials, volunteers and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising from my participation in this event. I grant permission to all of the forgoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand I am responsible for turning in my WT timing chip & will pay a lost chip fee of $25 if I do not return it. I understand that skate boards, roller blades, and dogs on leashes are not allowed in this race and I will abide by these guidelines.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SIGNED Signature ______Date______WAIVERS CAN NOT BE PROCESSED (Parent’s signature if under 18) Jingle Bell Hero, Be�There�With�Bells�On! Erica Watson Virginia Beach, VA

3rd Annual 25th Anniversary At 9 years old, Erica was diagnosed with Newport News Jingle Bell Norfolk Jingle Bell Juvenile Arthritis. Run & Walk Run & Walk Erica refuses to let her arthritis

slow her down and she is doing 5k Chip-timed Run • 3k great on her methotrexate shots. Walk • Kid’s Reindeer Run She is an active young lady

who spent the past summer volunteering and has started 8th 5k Run ▪ 3k Walk ▪ Kid’s Saturday Dec. 1, 2012 Reindeer Run grade at Star of the Sea. She loves to read, her dogs Oliver Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012 and Henry, and riding horses.

Newport News Park Awards & Divisions: 8:30 am Reindeer Run - 9:30 am 5k 8:30 am Reindeer Run - 9:30 am 5k 5k Run: Run—9:45am 3k Walk Run – 9:45 am 3k Walk Top 3 overall male & female. Top 3 male & female: After the races— 12 & under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, Music, Food, Drinks, a Silent Auction, Raffle Prizes & Awards 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over. Entry Fees: 3k walk or 5k Run: $25 Team Awards: Highest Fundraising Team, (fee increases to $30 & t-shirts are no longer guaranteed: Nov. 3rd, Newport Most Team Spirit, Largest News & Nov 17 for Norfolk) Team, Highest Fundraiser Kid’s Reindeer Fun Run (12 & Under): $10 (fee increases to $15 & t-shirts are no longer guaranteed: Nov. 3rd, Newport Raise Money, Win Prizes! News & Nov 17 for Norfolk) Participants who raise $100 earn either a Jingle Bell All entries include: long-sleeve T-Shirt, goodie bag, food & drinks runner’s hat or Ornament.

View all prizes at: www.jbrprizes.afgear.org FOR MORE INFO: Arthritis Foundation (757) 456-1119 ▪ [email protected]

Register at www.arthritis.org or by event at: Newport News: www.JingleBellRunNN.kintera.org

Norfolk: www.JingleBellRunNorfolk.kintera.org Please complete this registration form and return to the Arthritis Foundation or register on-line at www.arthritis.org

Name (First & Last)______

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Amount enclosed $______

Check all that apply: Participating on: Nov 17, Newport News Park Dec 1, ODU, Norfolk

Please register me for: 5k Run 3k Walk Reindeer Fun Run (12 & under) Please note that the registration fee for the 5k is $25, regardless of age

 I am unable to attend, please accept the enclosed donation $______

Please return to the Arthritis Foundation: Arthritis Foundation, 5101 Cleveland St., #307, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 Phone 757-456-1119 ▪ Fax to: 757-456-2347

Waiver Release: I hereby certify the following (1) I am physically fit and have received medical clearance to partici- pate in the Jingle Bell Run & Walk for Arthritis, (2) in consideration for my application to participate in the Jingle Bell Run & Walk for Arthritis being accepted, I, on behalf of myself, my heirs and assigns, and my estate, hereby waive and forever discharge the sponsors, organizers, affiliates, as well as their agents and employees from any and all claims that may accrue as the result of my participation, and (3) I hereby grant the Arthritis Foundation specific permission to reproduce, publish, circulate, copyright or otherwise use any and all photographs and/or video of me and /or my family, taken at the Jingle Bell Run and Walk for Arthritis, for use by the Arthritis Foundation.

Signature ______(Parent or Guardian if less than 18 years old) No Pets Allowed Seashore Nature Trail 50K at First Landing State Park

4th Annual -- Saturday, December 15, 2012 - Race starts at 8:00 AM 20th largest and 11th largest 50K of 2011

This is a 2012 RRCA Virginia State Championship Race – www.rrca.org ENTRY FEE: $80 before November 10; $100 from November 10 to December 15. Entry fee for Tidewater Striders members who have a Golden Runner membership is $40 before November 10, and $60 from November 10 to December 15. Golden Runners must register by mail. Eighteen (18) is the minimum age to enter. LIMITED NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: The race field is limited to the first 300 registered runners and to the first 30 registered Tidewater Strider Golden Runners, after which the regular registration fee applies to Golden Runners. REGISTRATION: Register by mail or online. For registration by mail, complete the form on the reverse side. For online registration, go to www.raceit.com. If the race registration quota is not filled, runners may register at packet pick up on Friday, December 16 or on race day starting at 7:00 AM. The race sold out in 2011. COURSE: This 50K (31.07 mile) race is run on the trails of First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach, with a total of approximately one mile at the start and finish on a paved road. The two-loop course is lined with trees and follows hardpacked dirt trails through a variety of ecosystems. The main trail is mostly flat, while side trails are slightly hilly with some tree roots to negotiate in certain sections. Wooden bridges are also found on several trails. FLUIDS AND FOOD: Various fluids and snack-type foods will be provided both prior to and after the race. Two aid stations on the course, each passed multiple times, will provide fluids, sports drinks, and carbohydrate/protein snacks. TIME LIMITS: The race starts at 8:00 AM with a time limit of 8.5 hours. Sunrise is about 7:05 AM. All runners should have completed the race in 8.5 hours, by 4:30 PM. Sunset is about 4:45 PM. HOST HOTEL: The Virginia Beach Resort Hotel and Conference Center (2800 Shore Drive), an all-suite hotel with balconies facing the Chesapeake Bay, is the host hotel (www.virginiabeachresort.com). Rates are $79 per room per night for two persons. To get this rate, you must contact the hotel at (757) 481-9000 and ask for the Tidewater Striders room rate. Rooms must be booked by November 10, 2012 to get this discounted rate. DIRECTIONS TO HOST HOTEL AND RACE START: From I-64, take Northampton Boulevard (Route 13) to the Shore Drive exit; turn right and continue on Shore Drive approximately 3½ miles. The host hotel is on the left just past the intersection with Great Neck Road. The parking area for First Landing State Park is also on the left about 1 mile beyond the hotel at the blinking stop light. Please car pool on race day if possible. PACKET PICK-UP: To avoid the race day rush, please pick up your race packet on Friday, December 14 at the Virginia Beach Resort Hotel and Conference Center between 4:00 and 8:00 PM. Alternatively, you may pick up your race packet on race day morning at First Landing State Park beginning at 7:00 AM. AWARDS: All finishers will receive an award. Additionally, the following overall and age group awards will be presented: (1) First three overall male and female finishers; (2) First three submasters (age 30-39) male and female finishers; (3) First three masters (age 40 and above) male and female finishers; (4) First three senior (age 50 and above) male and female finishers. Overall place winners are ineligible for submasters, masters and senior awards; masters place winners are ineligible for senior awards. AMENITIES: All entrants will receive a premium long sleeve technical shirt. Please note your size on the registration form. INCLEMENT WEATHER OR NATIONAL SECURITY: The Race Director and the Tidewater Striders reserve the right to modify or cancel events as needed in the interest of safety or access restrictions to the venue. No refunds can be given in the event of modification or cancellation. TRAIL RACE ETIQUETTE AND RACE REQUIREMENTS 1. Stay on the designated trails for the course. 2. Numbers must be worn and visible on front of body at all times during the race. 3. Pacing by unregistered runners is not allowed. 4. Littering may be grounds for disqualification. 5. The trail is open to other runners, walkers, and cyclists. Be courteous. 6. No dogs are allowed to accompany runners. 7. If you can, please carry your own water container to avoid use of cups and possible littering. 8. If need be, stop to help others in need. 9. In places of heavy two-way running traffic, keep to your right as far as possible. 10. Please carry any trash (cups, food wrappers, etc.) with you to trash bags on the course. Leave the park cleaner than you found it. POST-RACE PARTY A post-race party and awards ceremony will take place from 4:30 to 7:30 PM (location TBA). Beverages and pizza will be provided to all runners and volunteers. Awards will be presented about 5:30 PM. MORE INFORMATION: Contact the race directors, Stacin Martin ([email protected] or 757-839- 7711) or Rich Hildreth ([email protected]). Go to http://tidewaterstriders.com/seashore50K/ Many Thanks to the professionals at First Landing State Park for the use of their beautiful trails for our 50K race. ______SEASHORE NATURE TRAIL 50K at FIRST LANDING STATE PARK (NO REFUNDS, EXCHANGES OR TRANSFERS. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.) CHECKS PAYABLE TO: TIDEWATER STRIDERS. GOLDEN RUNNER NO.______MAIL ENTRY TO: STACIN MARTIN, 941 WYNNGATE DRIVE, CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320 (PLEASE PRINT) (PLEASE PRINT) (PLEASE PRINT) (PLEASE PRINT) (PLEASE PRINT) Name (First, MI, Last) ______Street Address______City______State______Zip______Age on 12/15/12____ Sex: M__ F__ Tidewater Strider? Y__ N__ Email______(Print clearly) Shirt size: _____S _____ M _____ L _____ XL Predicted finish time: _____ Hr _____ Min Regular Entry: _____$80 prior to November 10; _____$100 November 20 to race day Golden Runner: _____$40 prior to November 10; _____$60 November 20 to race day WAIVER: MUST BE SIGNED I have read the section on Trail Race Etiquette and Race Requirements and acknowledge that violations may be grounds for disqualification. I understand that running and/or walking a trail race is a potentially dangerous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running and/or walking in this event, including but not limited to: falls; contact with other participants; the effects of the weather on body temperature, including excess heat and humidity or frigid conditions and cold rain; traffic and the condition of the roads or trails; and all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Tidewater Striders, First Landing State Park, the City of Virginia Beach, the State of Virginia, race officials, volunteers, and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event. I grant permission for all of the forgoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recording or any other record of this event for legitimate purposes. I understand that this is a trail race conducted under the rules of the RRCA and USTAF, is not intended for baby joggers, skates, roller blades, and dogs on leashes, and I will abide by these guidelines.

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BASE ACCESS - Registrants will be contacted, via e-mail, two weeks prior to this event with detailed instructions on how to 5K obtain access to the base. Register at www.raceit.com SAME DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP: Scan this code with your smartphone Starts at 10 p.m. on Monday, December 31 at (NSAHR) NMCP. to visit www.raceit.com For all military community, government I.D. checked at packet pick-up for verification purposes.

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Please make checks payable to MWR FUND. Total enclosed ______In consideration of acceptance of this entry, I, the below signed, intending to be legally bound for myself, my heirs, executors and administrator waive and release all rights and claims for damages and personal injury that I may have against the facility and any persons and all sponsors, organizers, and their representative, successors, and assign for any and all injuries suffered by me in traveling to, performing in, and traveling from said event. I verify that I am physically fit and have trained for this event and my condition has been verified by a licensed medical doctor.

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2013 TIDEWATER STRIDERS DISTANCE SERIES at DISMAL SWAMP CANAL TRAIL JAN 5TH — JAN 26TH — FEB 23Rd Tune-up for the Shamrock Marathon 20K—25K—30K Tune-up for the Shamrock Half-Marathon 10K—15K—20K

A Tidewater Striders Club Event

20K and 10K Saturday, January 5, 2013 9:00 AM (20K-Grand Prix Event) 25K and 15K Saturday, January 26, 2013 9:00 AM 30K and 20K Saturday, February 23, 2013 9:00 AM (30K-Grand Prix Event)

Registration: Pre-registration is recommended to ensure entry and online entry via www.RaceIt.com is strongly encouraged. Packet pick-up will be held at Running Etc, Virginia Beach Laskin Rd from 5:00PM to 7:00 PM on the Fridays before each series date. Registration will be available on Fridays at packet pick-up but not on race day. Registration fee is $20 by Dec 15th & then $25 per race for Strider members and $25 by Dec 15th & then $30 for non-members. A $10 discount is available when registering online for all three races (10-15-20K or 20-25-30K) by Dec.15th. Race Course: All races will begin and finish at the entrance to the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA 23323 and will be an out & back. The start will be a chip start and all runners will start 9:00am.

Finishline closure is based for each race date on a 90-minute 10K pace.

Directions: Dismal Swamp Canal Trail: 1200 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA 23323 just off Rt 17 Running Etc. VB is located just off Laskin Rd in the Regency Shopping Center

Packet Pick-up & Late Registration at Running Etc. VB from 5:00PM to 7:00PM on the Fridays before each race

Awards: Runners who complete all three of the distance event series (20K-25K-30K or 10K-15K-20K) will receive a sweatshirt. Golden Runners and runners using Free Race Passes may also get the sweatshirt by Jan 20th for $10. Finish places are based on cumulative times for the 3 events. Age divisions are the same for the Strider Grand Prix competition.

Grand Prix: The 20K on January 5th and the 30K on February 23rd are both Tidewater Striders Grand Prix events.

Inclement Weather: The Race Director and the Tidewater Striders reserve the right to cancel or reschedule or adjust distances as needed in the interest of safety or access restrictions to the venue. No refunds can be given in the event of either re-scheduling or cancellation. Race Directors: Jean Phelan (757) -681-0248, email [email protected] Linda Palluch (757) 641-0410, email: [email protected]

www.TidewaterStriders.com WALKERS: All walkers must contact Hartley Dewey prior to the events: 757 434-6326 or [email protected]

Post-race Social: Following each of the races, all runners and volunteers are invited to a post- race social for food and beverages at Cahoon Plantation Golf Course, 1501Cahoon Parkway, Chesapeake, VA 23322.

Thanks: to the City of Chesapeake & the Staff their Parks & Recreation Department

Registration available online: www.RaceIt.com or by mail using the entry form below. Receive a $10 discount by registering online for the full series by December 15, 2012.

2012 TIDEWATER STRIDERS DISTANCE SERIES ENTRY FORM & WAIVER Online registration is encouraged. For paper entries, please make checks payable to : Tidewater Striders Mail entries to: Distance Series, c/o Linda Palluch, 308 48th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451 Please be sure that your entry form is complete and the waiver is signed. Incomplete entry forms can not be processed.

If you are a walker, please check this box: No Refunds on Pre-registered Entries. Name (First—Last) SWEATSHIRT SIZE:

Age Gender Strider Phone Number Golden Runner # ____ Small ____ X-Large M F Y N ____ Medium ____ XX-Large ____ Large Address CKA _____ Golden Runners & Free Race Pass City State Zip Code users—Check here and enclose $10.00 with 1st Registration receive series premium.

Email:______@______RACES / FEES—Check desired race(s) & circle appropriate fees PRINT—REQUIRED TO PROVIDE RACE ADVISORIES Check all that apply Race Distance & Date Strider Member Non-Strider Golden Runner 20K (1-5-2013) $20 by 12/15 then $25 $25 by 12/15 then $30 $0 10K (1-5-2013) $20 by 12/15 then $25 $25 by 12/15 then $30 $0 25K (1-26-2013) $20 by 12/15 then $25 $25 by 12/15 then $30 $0 15K (1-26-2013) $20 by 12/15 then $25 $25 by 12/15 then $30 $0

30K (2-23-2013) $20 by 12/15 then $25 $25 by 12/15 then $30 $0 20K (2-23-2013) $20 by 12/15 then $25 $25 by 12/15 then $30 $0

TOTAL FEES ENCLOSED I understand that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter the run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official to my ability to safely compete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in the event including, but not limited to; falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather including heat, cold, humidity, traffic, conditions of the roads or trails, and all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waver and knowing these facts and in consideration of the acceptance of my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Tidewater Striders, the City of Chesapeake, RRCA, race officials, volunteers and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising from my participation in this event. I grant permission to all of the forgoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. This road race is conducted under the rules of USATF. I understand that skate boards, baby joggers, roller blades, head phones and dogs on leashes are not allowed in this race. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SIGNED Signature ______Date______WAIVERS CAN NOT BE PROCESSED (Parent’s signature if under 18) ______Date ______Other Event Flyers

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Race Location Everyone Invited Event Proceeds Mariners’ Museum Main Entrance Runners, walkers, adults & children, Event proceeds benefit the students of Our Lady 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA, 23606 all ages & abilities welcome in both events. of Mount Carmel School (OLMC) to promote health and well-being...mind, body and spirit. OLMC Race Course Race Day Schedule unites with family and community to provide a 8K and 3K paved road course, traverse the 7:00 am Registration & Packet Pick-up Christ-centered and educationally stimulating scenic areas of the Mariners’ Museum Parkway, 8:30 am 8K & 3K Race Start environment, where students recognize their God-given gifts and achieve their highest potential. the majestic Lion’s Bridge at the James River 9:00 am Post-Race Party and the beautiful Riverside neighborhood. 9:45 am Raffle Prizes & Awards OLMC's fully-accredited academic program includes

USATF-Certified 8K and 3K courses. language arts, science, social studies, mathematics Race Shirt and Goody Bag and religion with weekly enrichment in art, music, Team Entry Technical shirt and reusable goody bag. computer, foreign languages, physical education, library and community service for Pre-K through Submit 10 or more registrations together by mail. Guaranteed with early entry only, regular entry and race day while supplies last. 8th grade students. OLMC’s athletic program offers $5 entry fee discount for 15 & over category. competition in various team sports, as a member of Team members can mix 8K & 3K distance. Choose Your Prize Raffle the Peninsula Independent Athletic League. Gift Certificates and Merchandise. Awards Open to participants, volunteers, and spectators. More Information Custom award medals for both events. Website: www.RunOLMC.com Receive one raffle ticket with race registration. 8K Event - Male/Female Email: [email protected] Purchase additional tickets for $1 each. Top 3 Overall, Top 3 Masters, Age Groups Pam Garrett / 757-285-6645 U10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, Early Packet Pick-Up Race Director & Volunteer Coordinator 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+. Our Lady of Mount Carmel School Michele Smith / 757-596-2754 x221 3K Event - Male/Female 52 Harpersville Rd, Newport News, VA, 23601 Top 5 Overall 14 & Under, 15 & Over Friday, November 9th, 2012, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sponsorship & Donations

Fees (per person) Early Regular Register online at www.RunOLMC.com Entry Entry

Individual or Team 14 & under $14 $19 First Name Individual 15 & over $24 $29 Team 15 & over $19 $24 ∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟ Last Name Early Entry (thru 10/20/12) Regular Entry (10/21/12 - race day)

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City State Zip I know that running or walking in a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter or participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. I also know that, although police protection will be ∟∟∟∟ ∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟ provided, there will be traffic on the course route. I assume any and all Email Address other risks associated with running this event including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, and condition of the roads - all ∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟ risks being known and appreciated by me. Knowing these facts, and in Phone Number M F Age on Race Day consideration of your accepting my entry fee, I hereby for myself, my heir executors, administrators or anyone else who might claim on my behalf, covenant not to sue, and to waive, release, and discharge Our ∟∟∟-∟∟∟-∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟ Lady of Mount Carmel School, The Mariners’ Museum, the City of Newport News, the Peninsula Track Club, the Road Runners Club of Team Name (required for team entry only) America, Race Officials, Volunteers, and any and all sponsors - including their agents, employees, assigns, or anyone acting on their behalf, from any and all claims or liability for death, personal injury or ∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟∟ property damage of any kind or nature whatsoever arising out of or in the course of my participation in this event. The release and waiver extends to all claims of every kind or nature whatsoever, foreseen or Technical Shirt Size (circle one) Event (circle one) unforeseen, known or unknown. I grant full permission to Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and its agents authorized by them to use my photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for legitimate purposes. Youth M L XL 8K 3K

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OLMC School, 52 Harpersville Road Newport News, VA 23601 Entry fees are non-refundable & non-transferable. Event held rain or shine. Race officials reserve the Finish line results and race support provided by the Peninsula Track Club. right to cancel the event due to severe weather.