CHECKERS CHATTER ATHLETIC CLUB June 2007 HERE THEY COME....

The skies threatened, and the lightening struck, but the storm passed and the heats began. The elite female victory went once again Allison Carr who holds the course record. First- place, elite female master Judy Arlington, was followed in by Jeanne Chiarmonte and Cath- erine Meyer. The 1st place elite male was Matt Lawson, and the first three in elite male master were coach Bob Car- roll, Joe Campbell, and Dave Spillman. Pro- ceeds from the Mile will benefit Kevin Guest House and Lockport Youth Bureau. More in- side, and lots more pictures at the web site. GETTING TO KNOW YOU, by Paul Wandel Checkers Interview with Checkers Interview with Edna Hyer, continued from April, 2007

One of her running comrades is Henry Sypnewski, who at age 88 is our most senior member, in Checkers running club. Edna recently escorted Henry to the Presque Isle where he set a world record. “At age 85, he set a world record with a time of 5:13. It was his first marathon!” When Henry turns 90, he wants Edna to Running the continue to drive him to the races. Edna wants the running commu- 2007 Buffalo nity to be aware, that Henry was primarily responsible for starting Marathon age groups for senior runners. “He persistently wrote letters to race directors, and he deserves credit for this.”

Another dimension of Edna Hyer is her association with the local TAC organization (now USA ). She was the Niagara region women’s LDR chairman and editor of the Niagara region newsletter. This position and responsibility allowed her to meet such running personalities as Kathe- rine Switzer (first woman runner in the Marathon), Lynn Jennings (World CC and 10K Cham- pion), (100 M Olympian), (4 time Boston and NYC Champion) and Mrs. Jesse Owens. “As a chairman, I was aware of all the running clubs, including Checkers. I also knew Bob and Becky Carroll.” Eventually, Edna became a Checkers member. “The track prac- tices I love and the people are very friendly.” Her running buddies include Edye Radice, Lucy Lu- cerne and Gloria Santarpia.

2006 was a year of change and adjustment for Edna. With no prior symptoms, she passed out at a race in January. On May 19, she was in Millard Gates Hospital undergoing open hearty surgery. Op- erating room nurse and Checkers member, Diane McGuire helped prepare Edna for a double bypass operation. “Recovery was fairly quick. Within 2-3 days, I was walking the hallways and I was dismissed 5 days after the operation. Diane Sardes was very instrumental at that time, to help and encourage me.” Again, with determination and courage, Edna prepared for her next race at the Ronald McDonald 5K, two months later. “It was my goal and I race walked it.” She offers a spirited encouragement to the running community. “People need to know that they can come back from these things. With advanced medical technology, I have recovered and returned to my pre- surgical level. Running has helped me to facilitate that recovery.”

In closing, Edna offers the following commentary. “I appreciate runners. You can run with the top people in the same event. Runners are typically very aware of their health and diet. Best of all, are the great friends I have made through running. During a race, people of all backgrounds are competing on equal footing and at the finish line, everyone is cheering for you, whether you did well or not. Class and wealth do not exist among runners. All are competing on an equal footing, and just wanting to do their best. It is the best of all possible worlds and I hope to keep competing for many years to come. Running frees the mind, nourishes the spirit, cleanses the skin, purifies the lungs and strengthens the heart. It reunites us with ourselves and the world around us.”

Averaging 60 races a year, Edna will compete in the Bunny Hop 5K on April 7, 2007. That race will mark her cumulative total lifetime races to 1,500 completed events. This is a highly remarkable ac- complishment for anyone. Edna Hyer has overcome many hurdles along the way, including heart sur- gery. Her story is an inspiration for us all.

Our sympathy goes out to Jim Kavanagh on the passing of his mother FUN RUNS and Checkers’ friend, Mary Kavanagh. Our condolences go also to Barb WANTED Sauer whose father passed away in PLAN YOUR FUN RUN NOW April. WHILE THERE IS ROOM ON

Buffalo Orienteering Club July 10, sprint course, 6 p.m. & 60-minute Score-O, 7 p.m., Chestnut Ridge Park Casino, register 5-6 p.m., info at 652-8727. Follow orienteering signs at park entrances to meets, which are held rain or shine. Map-compass instruction is available at meets. Participants must pay a small fee and, for safety reasons, should carry whistles. Directions & other information available by calling numbers listed above or by visiting the Club at www.buffalo-orienteering.bfn.org.

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NEXT TAHOE CHALLENCE: September 29, 2007 Picture your self cruising along tree lined trails amidst majestic rock formations and spectacular views of Emerald Bay, Cascade Lake and Lake Ta- hoe while the leafs are transforming into breath taking colors right before your eyes. This event offers more choices than ever: select from a 20 Mile, Half-Marathon, 10K or 5K walk or run; cycle for 35 or 72 miles; or swim 1 mile in Lake Tahoe. For the most daring, try a 3 day triathlon, visit www.laketahoemarathon.com for more information on the selection of events. It’s the perfect way to enjoy Mother Nature while raising funds for lifesaving programs. All participants receive customized fitness training for the Lake Tahoe Challenge. Challenge yourself in honor or memory of a loved one, for yourself, or take on the experience because you want to simply support Roswell Park. Unite with thou- sands of people from across the country to share memories of a lifetime. Plus, you’ll receive complimentary air- fare, hotel, meals and more for meeting the minimum Team Cure fundraising goal. Call 716-845-8788 or visits www.TeamCure.com today. Around and About with Checkers’ Cameras—Lots more where these came from at the Checkers’ web site. Photographers: Diane Sardes, Joan Crouse, Gary Soehner, and Rick Schoellkopf.[We’re everywhere. Remember to smile!}

Chris Peggy Griswold 5K Towers giving it First male—Matt her all Glynn. First at Jog- female—Brenda for- Spillman Jake.

Tim Burns finishing at the Billittier 5K

Dr. Joe considering whether The youngest finisher at he can still get to another race the Checkers Mile after finishing the GBTC half marathon.

Just a great shot at the GBTC Half Marathon.

Partying a the Jamie LaBarbera Memorial for Education. And the winner is....

Just-for-Fun Mile 1st Carol Robinson Children’s ½ Mile - Girls 1st Whitney Zimmerman 2nd Claire DeAngelis Children’s ½ Mile - Boys 1st Matthew McCraith 2nd Sam Wagner 3rd David Arlington Children’s Mile - Boys 1ST Nikolas Zimmerman Children’s Mile - Girls 1st Sarah Bartkowiak 2nd Brenda Bartkowiak 3rd Karla Blass Scholastic Mile - Girls 1st Melanie Grzebinski 2nd Anne Pyrak 3rd Allison Bartkowiak Scholastic Mile - Boys 1st Evan Tsembelis 2nd Jared Voelker Elite Female 3rd Jordoan Gibson 1st Allison Carr Wilson Farms Female Open nd 2 Teri Wilson Bank of Akron st 1 Alex Brown rd 3 Courtney Braun Janney Montgomery Scott 2nd Marybeth Scott Elite Female Master NOCO Energy Corp. 3rd Jessica Gorski 1st Judy Arlington Papa Leo’s Pizza Master Open nd st 2 Jeanne Chiarmonte Upstate NY Transplant 1 Elizabeth Randell rd 3 Catherine Meyer Services 2nd Darlene Schweikert Elite male 3rd KathyDavis Phatman 1st Matt Lawson Open Male Niagara County Products 2nd Jerimier Slick st 1 Zach Gaskill rd New York Life 3 Chris Muldoon Mills Jewelers Master Male Elite Male Master st 1 Patrick Occhino st ...and all of our wonderful 1 Bob Carroll ND 2 Ron Snavely nd volunteers from Checkers 2 Joe Campbell rd 3 Richard Raux rd 3 Dave Spillman and Kevin Guest House

Please, join us at the...... CHECKERS ANNUAL FAMILY PICNIC SUNDAY, AUGUST 5th—NOON

South side of Rt. 5 (Main Rd.), just west of Rt. 93. Akron, New York. Look for the Checkers banner

Come prepared for swimming, tennis, volleyball, and baseball. Please bring lawn chair, bathing suit, $5 or a dish to share, and byob. Soft drinks, hot dogs, and hamburgers will be provided. RSVP: At the web site or call Roger Roll at

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE BUFFALO MARATHON The fastest relay in the Nissan Buffalo Marathon was Team Grovers. This coed team consisted of Amy Fakterowitz, Jerry Irving, Don Seitz and Bob Merritt. Their time beat the Overall first place Open team! Carolyn Nugent Gorczynski qualified for Boston in her first marathon at Nissan, and Pat Dalton Sr., ran his 50th marathon.

Checkers Waterstop Team

Checkers’ photographer Diane Checkers Women Showing the Guys Sardes “sitting down” on the job. How It is Done at the GBTC Half-Marathon GOING TO NATIONALS My experience at Masters Indoor Nationals Track and Field Championships, by Peter Hogan Gentle white light is streaming into the infield from skylights high above. In a corner of the arena, a white haired older woman’s thrown shot put thuds softly onto the waiting rubberized surface. The thought strikes me, how fantastic it would be to have such a woman as a grandmother. The cavernous arena is filled with the murmur of atten- tive fans. The rhythm of dozens of pattering running shoes on the firm rubberized track is punctuated by the announcer’s clear voice: “…in Lane 4, the reigning world champion and current world record holder in this event, Bill Collins from Houston, Texas!” As if in a syncopated dance, a pole vaulter raises his fiberglass pole in the direction of the pit at the end of one runway, while in the opposite direction, a long jumper accelerates his long strides down another. Spontaneously, hands come together in a crescendo of appreciative, en- couraging claps that drift across the air. The announcer has continued: “…in Lane 8, from Buffalo, New York, Peter Hogan”. I do not hear him. All my focus is on the last minute details: setting the blocks to my stance, going over a lengthy mental checklist, making sure I am as loose as can be, listening for the starter’s voice, looking straight down my lane, visualizing an acceleration through the finish line beyond, telling myself to “find a second gear”. It’s Boston’s Reggie Lewis Track Center, it’s the USATF Indoor Track and Field Masters Championship and I’m on the starting line of the 60 Meter dash alongside some of the fastest men, ages 55-59, in the world. I have no hope of beating these guys. I have a dream of being in the mix and making it into the finals. I have the determination that I can run a personal best. The beauty of it is: nobody asked me if I had a right to be here; nobody even asked me to qualify. I have my USATF membership and I’ve paid my fees. It’s that simple. “Gentlemen, take your marks.” Glancing down the line to my left, the big fellow in red next to me strikes me as having the build of a shot putter. Sure enough, after the first false start, he declares: “I’m tired already.” The fellow in Lane 6 is short, somewhat stocky. I decide I will look for his blue jersey down the lane to pull me along. I remember Coach Bob’s advice to be the last one to settle into the blocks and I note that Bill Collins is taking his time in the center of the heat. He is not at all what I expected. He is not tall or muscular; he is slender and gentle in appearance, with a quiet, unassuming manner. “Set.” It helps that I have track experience from high school, but anybody can be here. There are a few rules to learn and the rhythm of the track meet is very different from getting to the start line of a 5K on time, but you can quickly learn the basics in an area all comers meet. You may have to plan ahead and travel to Ithaca or Rochester to get your feet wet but the experience is worth it in my book. Ahead is outdoor track. If you are over fifty years old you can compete in both the Empire Seniors Games in early June as well as the Empire Masters in late July. With some training focus and some luck, you might surprise yourself with a medal. It is at the Nation- als, however, that you test yourself against the best in the country. What other sport gives you that opportunity? I’m listening for the…“Bang!” of the starter’s pistol and I burst out of the blocks, peripherally I glance that blue jersey to my left, I strain for a faster leg turn over, pump my arms for a fuller stride, I sense the center of the field pulling away from me, (“You’ve got your own race to run”), the finish line comes up and I instinctively dip toward it with my last bit of energy and de- celerate into the matted wall. “Gentlemen, exit to the right.” I’m gasping in the dry air, hands on hips, I walk slowly up and down the track trying to recover, now and then glancing up at the digital results board: noth- ing, nothing, and then there it is, Bill and three others go on to the finals in an hour, but I get to take home a personal best. Courtney Braun 6/1 Jack Matheson 6/22 Michele Fried 7/10 Mary Casey 6/1 Thomas Keefe 6/23 Jack McGrath 7/10 Thomas Somerville 6/1 Toby Mazur 6/23 Peter Forrestel III 7/11 Bill Harden 6/6 Mark Guasteferro 6/25 David Spillman 7/11 Kumar Madurai 6/6 Michael Bobseine 6/26 Joelle Ruettimann 7/12 Joannie Essler 6/7 Mark Hammer 6/26 Jennifer Anderson 7/16 Jennifer Hulme 6/8 Denise Diaz 6/27 Bruce Main 7/16 Emily Neumann 6/8 Mark Morgan 6/27 Douglas V. Ostrom 7/17 Leah Neumann 6/8 Jeff Knight 6/28 Casey Woodward 7/18 Russell Trippe 6/8 John Ryerson 6/29 Paul Horan 7/19 Christopher Basty 6/9 Linda Gerbec 6/30 Jason Raby 7/19 Keith Bonas 6/9 Dave Lawrence 7/1 Nancy Campbell 7/20 John Mc Guire 6/10 Craig Alf 7/2 Pamela London 7/22 Lisa Woodward 6/10 Jessica Barberic 7/2 Rick Queeno 7/23 Amy Vigneron 6/10 Kathie Evans 7/2 Terry Murphy 7/24 Vicki Mitchell 6/12 Glenn Ferguson 7/2 Anne D'Angelo 7/26 Anita Gozdzialski 6/13 Bonnie Bathurst 7/3 Bob LaMantia 7/28 Paula Arcara 6/14 Andrew Garrity 7/3 Gina Brown 7/29 Donna Bilowus 6/14 Larry Krol 7/3 Robert Dowrey 7/29 Christopher Miller 6/16 Julie Mackay 7/4 Clyde Ferguson 7/29 Chip Skop 6/16 Becky Forrestel 7/5 Michael Kowalski 7/29 Helen Bueme 6/18 Frank Soltiz 7/6 Tim McCoy 7/29 Abby Fifield 6/18 Christina Klein 7/7 Brendan Brady 7/30 Ted Paget 6/19 Henry Sypniewski 7/7 Sandy Bueme 7/30 Penny Forbes 6/20 Martin DeNysschen 7/8 Mark Kucharski 7/30 Susan Mead 6/20 Chris Lawson 7/8 Debbie Symoniak 7/30 Donald Mitchell 6/20 Elizabeth Madore 7/8 Debbie Benton 7/31 Rick Schoellkopf 6/21 Julie Donnelly 7/9 Judy Nowlan 7/31 Ray Bailey 6/22 Michael Engdahl 7/9 James Terreri 7/31 THE CORPORATE CHALLENGE Amy Fakterowitz takes her second Corporate Chal- lenge victory. Out of 11,500 runners and walkers, Amy won the women's race in 21:54 repeating her 2001 win.

Amy sprinting to the finish!

Matt Glynn finishing second male. ROADTRIP!!!! — On the road with Check-

On April 22nd Joe Kielb and I ran the Half Marathon in Enschede, Diane and Netherlands. It was a hot day but Joan do NYC the course was very scenic. It went Would you into Germany and back. We were believe they the first two American's to finish to both forgot finish, and as far as I can tell the their only ones! Tom Droz cameras?

E-Mail your “On-the-Road” pictures to [email protected] or [email protected] PR’s Course Eva Basehart 4:38:26/4:38:20 Buffalo Marathon Marie Chiavetta ran Cleveland ½ Course Eva Basehart 1:58:32 GBTC Half Marathon Marathon with her brother Jim Han- Course Eva Basehart 0:23:26 E. Bridgewater Viking Sports Parents 5k nott. Marie’s chip time was 2:18:33, Course Eva Basehart 2:00:01/1:59:48 Grimsby Half Marathon Course Eva Basehart 1:34:44 Lockport Y-10 that’s more than 15 minutes off her Ca- Life Kim Chmielewicz 7:16:40 Sulphur Springs 50K trail run sino Niagara half last October. Con- Life Kim Chmielewicz 4:01:37/3:59:42 Mississauga Marathon gratulations! Course Kim Chmielewicz 1:54:16 GBTC Half Marathon Life Kim Chmielewicz 0:23:16 Envirun 5K Life Joanne Cunningham 1:48:38/1:42:34 Nashville Country Music Half Marathon Life Jim Figler 0:19:26 Lisa's Legacy 5k run/walk Life Jim Figler 0:19:28 Envirun to Celebrate Earth Day 5K race and environmental walk Life Jim Figler 0:19:44 Bengal 5K Run & Fun Walk 5K Course Anthony Garrow 0:36:47 The Elephant Run: Marcena Lozano Memorial Scholarship Race 4 Mile Life Elizabeth George 0:08:59 Chris Griswold 1 Mile Life Stephen George 0:07:04 Chris Griswold 1 Mile Course Linda Gerbec 0:27:31 5k Freedom Run and 1 Mile Fun Run Course Linda Gerbec 0:27:49 Foundation Healthy 5K Run/Walk Course Linda Gerbec 0:27:08 Canisius Shoes for Shelter Course Linda Gerbec 0:27:33 East Aurora Rotary Bunny Hop 5K Life Robin Lally 2:04:25/2:03:57 Buffalo Half Marathon Life Robin Lally 2:05:40 GBTC Half Marathon Course Dave Lawrence 1:44:33/1:44:03 Rite Aid Cleveland Half Marathon Life David Melohusky 1:39:43/1:39:39 Buffalo Half Marathon Life David Melohusky 3:34:18/3:34:01 Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon Life Kieran Oloughlin 3:24:20/3:24:11 Buffalo Marathon Life Kieran Oloughlin 1:34:54 GBTC Half Marathon Life Matthew Phillips 1:26:12 GBTC Half Marathon Life Matthew Phillips 0:18:47 Friends of Night People 5K Life Nancy Sheehan 1:59:25 GBTC Half Marathon Age- Group John Siwek 1:47:00/1:40:56 Nashville Country Music Half Marathon Life Sam Spritzer 0:21:53 Chris Griswold 5K Life Sam Spritzer 0:22:02 FAMA 5K and Fun Walk Life John Teuscher 0:21:30 Lisa's Legacy 5k run/walk Course John Teuscher 0:22:51/0:22:51 Jordan 5K President’s Corner, continued from back page. Speaking of warmly, if you find yourself hot at races or training runs, remember plenty of fluids, not the ones with foamy heads Toby, and how about trying a new refreshing Checkers singlet. I normally have all clothing available at Tuesday night track; just call me first if traveling a distance to check on size availability. Tuesday the 19th of June marked the first gathering of the Checkers marathon-training group, with Coach Mitchell eagerly ready to get started. If you missed this years cut-off we will be doing the same next year, same time, so be prepared. The 19th was also the date of choosing who the lucky winner was to attend the 2007 University at Buffalo Tack & Field Camp. However all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. There are some great post race parties heading our way, where I will show up just to be sociable of course. Most importantly and probably, the most fun of gatherings is the Checkers Summer Family Picnic. This is held at the Forrestel’s quarry, with great fun and food for the whole family. Look for more information in this newslet- ter on this now famous tradition. It is a fun way to catch up with old friends and a great way to make new ones. Well that’s all the time I have to write for now, June is ending fast, and I have to get ready for that busy Checkers summer still to come yet. Roger

SOCIAL/EVENTS CALENDAR

Jul 1, Sunday, 8:00 AM A Tri in the Buff, Evangola State Park, 662.9379 Jul 3, Tuesday, 7:00 PM Tommy's Run 5K, Yates Park, Orchard Park, 662.8597 New Members Jul 4, Wednesday, 9:00 AM, Dick Bessell Independence Day Run, Grand Island, 773.9680 Jul 4, Wednesday, 9:00 AM, Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club 10K, 683.6755 Jul 8, Sunday, 10:00 AM, XTERRA M2Xtreme, Ellicottville, 208-9931 Tom Evans Jul 8, Sunday, 10:00 AM, Run for Rover 5K, LaSalle Park Pavilion, 884-5624 Christa Maier Jul 8, Sunday, 8:00 AM, Utica Boilermaker 15K John Noe Jul 8, Sunday, 8:30 AM, Argh !!! 20K Time Trial, Krull Park, Olcott,NY Mia Symoniak Jul 9, Monday, 7:00 PM, Loughrans 5K, Snyder,839-0283 Jul 12, Thursday, Summer Track and Field Meet, Geneseo High School Brenna Symoniak Jul 12, Thursday, 6:30 PM, Old Home Days 5K, Williamsville, 839.2543 Robert Radlich Jul 14, Saturday, 11:30 AM, Mini-Mussel Sprint Triathlon, Geneva Frank Fabozzi Jul 14, Saturday, 9:00 AM, Tom Drake Memorial 5K, Mayville, 789-2111 Pamela Bouquin Jul 15, Sunday, 7:00 AM, Musselman Half Triathlon, Seneca Lake State Park, Geneva Charity McMananan Jul 15, Sunday, 7:30 AM, Erie Presque Isle Half Marathon, Erie, PA, 452-3478 Jul 15, Sunday, 8:00 AM, Nissan Ten-miler & 5k, Toronto Paul Marzello Sr. Jul 19,Thursday, 7:00 PM, Tim Frank Memorial Canal Fest 4Miler, 694.6388 Shannon Smith Jul 20, Friday, 7:00 PM, Subaru Buffalo 4 Mile Chase, 881-1652 Janel Mansfield Jul 21, Saturday, 9:00 AM, Laurel Run 8K, Silver Creek 800-205-6544 Patrick Occhino Jul 21, Saturday, 9:30 AM, Crabapple Run 5K, Cheektowaga, 897.7207 ext18 John Roden Jul 22, Sunday, 7:00 AM, Ironman Lake Placid Jul 25, Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Ronald McDonald House 5K, 725.4968 Michael Irish Jul 26, Thursday, Summer Track and Field Meet, Geneseo High School Matthew Green Jul 26, Thursday, 6:30 PM, St. John Vianney 5K, Orchard Park, 677-4039 Adam Hammer Jul 27, Friday, 7:00 PM, Mental Health 5K, Delaware Park, 634-5052 Dick Hall Jul 28, Saturday, 9:00 AM, River Run 5K, Lewiston, 298-2249 Jul 28, Saturday, 9:00 AM, Dash 'N Splash Family Fun Run 2.5Miles, Hamburg, 646-5145 Guy George Jul 28, Saturday, 7:30 PM, St. John The Baptist Mid Summer Nite 5K, Town of Tonawanda Peter Simon Jul 29, Sunday, 10:00 AM, Running With Jesus 5K, Grace Lutheran Church, Hamburg, 579-9176 ALWAYS VERIFY DATES ON RACE APPLICATIONS

President’s Corner by Roger Roll A Hot Busy Spring and a Checkers The Tuesday night track Summer Still to Come workouts have said goodbye to the University at Buffalo, like a It may only be spring but it feels like summer, a graduating senior and have steamy summer. It’s the middle of June and we moved on to our permanent haven’t had measurable rain since the beginning of home at Crosby Field in Ken- May. My yard has cracks the size of the Grand Can- more. We are getting large yon and watering the plants is a 24-hour job. Run- crowds at both 5:00PM and ning has become a game of proper hydration and 6:00PM workouts with new training runs are taking place earlier in the day, in my members constantly signing up case 5:45AM. Yes Diane that’s AM not PM. Many every week. The secret of runners becoming members including yours truly have added days of faster while enjoying the workouts with great peo- cross training, swimming, bike riding and using differ- ple must be leaking out. ent cardio machines in health clubs with air- June saw the Checkers Mile take place again conditioning. On the subject of bike riding, after say- in our new home in the north, Lockport. This year ing I have clip-on bike shoes, and have not had any we had better participation in all heats and excit- problems clicking in and out of my pedals, I crashed. ing races with the elite male heat bringing in out- Well actually not crashed, I didn’t hit anything or any- standing competition from outside the WNY area. one; I just fell over still locked in. It was fall or con- A tremendous thanks goes out to all the volun- tinue into the Maple & Forest intersection, I decided teers who helped and to members who partici- to fall instead. To the relief of my riding partner Vicki, pated in racing. As far as the hospitality, the I was not hurt, just a bloody knee. However, more Mayor of Lockport and the whole city again wel- importantly to me my bike was OK and no torn riding shorts. comed us warmly.

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