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Greetings!
July saw the first race organized and hosted by SPRR, and it was a huge success! We had over 150 participants finish the race, and Ali Crabb and Wes Reynolds (SPRR member) were the overall female and male winners, respectively. Afterwards everyone enjoyed the free music, food, beverages, and raffle prizes. Thanks to the runners, sponsors, and volunteers. We could not have done it without you. We hope to see everyone again at the August 8 race.
We should mention that SPRR member Wes Reynolds was the overall winner of our Series race, and he has also won the first 2 races of the Pier 60 Series. Congratulations Wes! SPRR is going international. Albert Wieringa visited Costa Rica recently and participated in a couple of races while there. Albert did very well and placed in his age category in both races! SPRR members can find their race results below.
Are you looking to run a race in the near future? Check out the race calendar in this newsletter. We have included upcoming races for the end of July and August. The race calendar will also be posted on the web soon.
Another race option is the Ragnar Relay. It's not too late to join SPRR's team. Information is provided in the newsletter.
I also want to mention that we have received a new order of SPRR technical t-shirts, and we have both long and short sleeve. Yes, I know that it is hard to think about running in a long sleeve shirt right now, but they will go quickly.
Check out the SPRR sponsors at the bottom of the newsletter. The list is growing, and they offer a bunch of great services. If you are interested in sponsoring SPRR, please contact Bill Castleman at bcastleman@tampabay.rr.com.
If you have not renewed your membership or not joined SPRR and would like to so, please click the join button for a membership application. 
As always, please visit our website!
Sincerely,
Eric Sager St. Pete Road Runners E-News Editor |
| SPRR Monthly Meeting |
The next SPRR club meeting will be held at 6:30 PM on Thursday, August 14 at The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast Service Center. The Hospice service center is used for administrative purposes only. It is a new building with great facilities. Join members to discuss recent happenings and upcoming club events. After the meeting, we can re-adjourn at Fergs for a bite to eat and a beverage.
The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast
3050 1st Avenue South
St. Petersburg, Florida
August 14, 2008
6:30 PM
This month a guest speaker will be Mike Masters of Team Beachbody.
Mike is in the Active Duty Army and has been for the past 25 years. He is stationed in Florida and he loves life on the beach. He plans to retire from the Army in July of 2008, and he will stay in Florida and continue on with his coaching. He has been a Marathon Running Coach for the past 5 years, a Certified Personal Trainer for the past 12 years, and a Master Fitness Trainer in the Army for 17 years.
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| SPRR Board of Directors |
| The current term for the SPRR Officers and Board of Directors (BOD) ends on January 1, 2009. If you are interested in becoming an Officer or BOD member, please contact Ben Fudge. The BOD meets at 6:00 pm the first Thursday of every month at Fit for Life. The meetings are open to SPRR members if you would like to see the BOD in action.
As always, the SPRR Board of Directors likes to hear your praises and criticisms. Board members are listed below. Just click a name to send that person an email.
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St. Pete Road Runners Presents the St. Pete Beach Summer 5K Series |
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June 6 - July 11 - August 8
All races start at 7PM from Harry's Beach Bar at the Sirata Beach Resort - Don't miss the excitement!
SPRR wants to thank the runners, sponsors, and volunteers for making the July race a huge success. SPRR also congratulates the overall female and male winners, Ali Crabb and Wes Reynolds.
The next race of the Series will take place on Friday, August 8!
You can register online or mail in an entry for the August race. Entry for the Series is closed. To register online, click the date of the race you would like to run.
Friday, August 8
Or,
Please click here to download a Race Entry and mail your entry
Post-race refreshments, door prizes, and music at Harry's Beach Bar (Yes, you can think of this as your Friday Happy Hour!)
Age Group Awards - 3 deep and unique
T-shirts available for purchase on race days
Registration/Entry Fees
Members: $10 per race
Non-members: $15 per race
Late fees apply, see the race entry form for details and dates
Membership will be available on race days, so non-members can join and save $$$.
****Volunteers Needed****
We still need volunteers to help with the water stop during the races. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Ernie Glode at ernie.glode@honeywell.com. |
| An Afternoon at the Trop |
SOLD OUT!
SPRR has completely sold its block of 50 tickets to the Rays versus Detroit Tigers match-up on Sunday, August 3rd. If you did not purchase tickets, you are still welcome to purchase a seat near us and join us at Ferg's before the game. Several of us has decided to meet at Ferg's at approximately 11:30 am to have some food and beverages before the game, and I'm sure a group will be going there after the game also.
If you have not picked up your tickets, please contact Debbie Wayland at onthebeach4ever@yahoo.com. |
| The 2008 Myomed Ragnar Relay Florida Race - An Event to Remember |
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What would make you want to be part of a 12 person team running across Florida? The camaraderie? The feeling of accomplishment? To be the first among your friends to run across Florida? Your competitive nature? All of the above? Whatever your goal, you can be sure that joining the SPRR team to run the Myomed Ragnar Relay on November 14th and 15th will be an unforgettable adventure.
The Ragnar Relay will be a challenging 191 mile course starting in Clearwater, crossing the state and ending in Daytona Beach. A team of 12 will each run three, 3 to 8 mile legs of the course. And, don't let the word "race" scare you away. While there are time limits (about 35 hours to run the entire race) for the Ragnar, it is by no means only for elite athletes. It's a 191 mile team building, sleep deprived, fun run and party!
If you are interested in being on our team or to be a volunteer, please email to: Sunny sunnyl@tampabay.rr.com or Tracey tekiser@yahoo.com co-captains of our team (no name yet?). Oh, and we need a team name, too. Something that works well with SPRR.
Let us know your typical training routine (eg. how many miles you run daily/weekly) and your average mile time, if known. If you have run a 5K or 10K recently, please include the race name and your finish time in the email.
Please visit the Ragnar Relay website for more details. Deadline for registration is July 15th. | |
| Marathon and Half-Marathon Training Clinic |
The SPRR Marathon and Half-Marathon Training Clinic is under way, but you can still sign up! Clinic participants will be running the Marathon and Half Marathon of the Palm Beaches, which is scheduled for December 7, 2008. If you are interested, please contact Ben Fudge at bfudge62@earthlink.net.
Clinic Benefits
1. Personalized training program for each participant. Each runner's training program will be developed based on that runner's individual goals and abilities. We will NOT be using a generalized training program from a web site, book, or magazine.
2. Organized group runs and speed work sessions.
3. The support you need to achieve your race goal.
This will also be a great opportunity for you to meet people with similar interest and that share a common love for the sport of running.
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| On the Road - SPRR Racing Results |
Thanks to everyone that submitted their or another members racing results. Please submit your results to Albert Wieringa so everyone knows how your hard work is paying off.
Click here to submit your results.
SPRR Member Race Results - June 2008
Madeira Beach Triathlon - June 1
Females
Jill Voorhis, 1:28:51
Sheryl Aimanovich, 1:43:20
Kerry Smith, 1:53:16
Kathy Johnson, 2:13:31
Males
John Smith II, 1:31:17
Larry Yost, 1:55:40, 1st80-99
Spring into Summer 5K, Tampa - June 5
Males
Albert Wieringa, 18:47, 1st 60-64
Take the First Step Summer Series 5K, Tampa - June 11
Males
Houston Tucker, 36:36
Sunrise Biathlon, Pass-A-Grille Beach - June 14
Females
Rachel Winter, 36:07, 1st 35-39
La Gran Manzana, 8K, Tibás, Costa Rica - June 15
Males
Albert Wieringa, 31:03, 5th55-64
I love Fathers Day, 5K, Palm Harbor - June 15
Females
Courtney Smith, 28:38
Males
John Smith II, 23:38
Trey Smith, 28:08
Sunsets at Pier 60, 5K, Clearwater - June 20
Females
Lauri Reynolds, 24:39, 2nd45-49
Males
Wesley Reynolds, 17:13, 1st Overall
Dan McClenathan, 25:20, 3rd 55-59
Justin Nunamaker, 28:55, 2nd 10-under
Don Kohler, 29:10, 1st 70-74
Houston Tucker, 34:46
Clásica Internacional San Juan 2008, Half Marathon, Costa Rica - June 22
Males
Albert Wieringa, 1:30:30, 2nd60-64
Take the First Step Summer Series, 5K, Tampa - June 25
Males
Houston Tucker, 32:22
Picnic Island Adventure Run #2 Tampa - June 27
Males
Dan McClenathan, 32:00
2008 Tri if you Dare, Kids-Triathlon, Seminole - June 30
Females
Courtney Smith, 27:37, 1st overall female 11-12
Males
Gregory Glasscock, 14:29, 1st 5-year olds
Trey Smith, 18:00, 4th 10-year olds
Ryan Hoge, 25:19, 3rd 13- year olds
SPRR Member Race Results - July 2008
Kiwanis Morton Plant Mease Midnight Run, 10K, Dunedin - July 4
Males
Justin Nunamaker, 33:09, 3rd 9-under
Jim Nunamaker, 41:45, 3rd 35-39
Sean Connolly, 46:24
David Shiner, 48:26
Females
Tracey Connolly, 1:02:31
Lutz Independence Day Run 5K, Lutz - July 4
Females
Christine Moorby, 22:48
Mary Ann Renfrow, 25:53
Kathleen Wheeler, 28:21
Michelle D'Orio, 28:36
Debi Havens, 30:30
Males
Eric Sager, 18:17, 1st 35-39
Andrew Horne, 18:18, 2nd 25-29
Cameron Wheeler, 19:18
Jim Hummel, 19:39, 3rd 45-49
Ernie Glode, 20:56
John Voorhis, 21:45, 3rd 50-54
Ben Fudge, 27:48, 1st 70-74
Crystal River Sprint Triathlon, Crystal River - July 5
Females
Christine Arbasak, 1:33:45
Peachtree Road Race 10K, Atlanta - July 4
Males
Albert Wieringa, 41:23, 1st 60-64
Take the First Step Summer Series #3, 5K, Tampa - July 9
Males
Houston Tucker, 35:09
Jim LaMar, 39:02
St.Pete Beach Summer 5K series # 2, St.Pete Beach - July 11
Females
Amy McClenathan, 22:50, 1st 45-49
Virginia Edmonds, 24:53
Melody Janson, 25:02, 2nd 45-49
Anna Reschar, 26:33, 3rd 45-49
Lauri Reynolds, 26:43
Sheryl Aimanovich, 27:27
Christine Arbasak, 28:55
Deb Robinson, 29:26, 1st 50-54
Maria Stamoulis, 30:25
Kathleen Wheeler, 32:31
Eileen Hodges, 32:50
Melody Tabman, 33:57
Teresa Schneider, 33:59, 3rd 55-59
Maureen Ahern, 34:11
Katy Wheeler, 34:17
Cathy Keim, 35:32, 2nd 50-54
Ginger Herring, 35:33, 2nd 65-69
Wendy Johnson, 36:11
Rupa Nunamaker, 41:29
Sally Von Kaemel, 42:11, 2nd 60-64
Kathy Johnson, 42:29
Gwen Kearley, 52:11, 3rd 65-59
Males
Wes Reynolds, 17:35, 1st Overall
Jim Nunamaker, 20:52, 2nd 35-39
Cameron Wheeler, 21:03, 1st 10-14
Paul Graus, 21:09, 2nd 40-44
Jim Hummel, 22:21, 1st 45-49
Sean Connolly, 22:25, 3rd 35-39
Bryan Reynolds, 23:18, 2nd 45-49
Peter McCampbell, 25:16, 1st 50-54
Gary Renfrow, 25:17
David Shiner, 25:31
Ryan Hoge, 26:46, 2nd 10-14
Monty Hoge, 26:47
Gilbert Dolores, 27:19
Grant Fashbaugh, 27:23, 1st 55-59
Bob Moorehead, 28:30, 3rd 65-69
Thomas Byno, 28:47, 2nd 55-59
Russ Pritchard, 28:59, 3rd 55-59
Justin Nunamaker, 30:38, 1st 9-under
Bill Damore, 32:25, 2nd 60-64
Al Johnson, 36:12
Houston Tucker, 38:42
Jim LaMar, 39:54
Sunsets at Pier 60, 5K, Summer Series #2, Clearwater Beach - July 18
Females
Kathleen Wheeler, 30:35
Rebecca Bialosky, 33:45, 2nd 50-54
Deb Rothenberger, 37:02
Males
Wes Reynolds, 17:02, 1st Overall
Cameron Wheeler, 19:31, 1st 13-14
Jim Hummel, 20:50, 2nd 45-49
Brian Rothenberger, 23:55
David Shiner, 24:25
Dan Rothenberger, 25:27
Houston Tucker, 32:47
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| Area Race Calendar - July 2008 |
July 25, 2008 (Friday)
Picnic Island Adventure Run - Tampa
7800 Picnic Island Blvd. Tampa FL 33616 at 6:45pm. Trail & Beach run of approximately 3.3 miles. http://www.tamparaces.com/PicnicIsland/race.htm for more information & directions
Contact: J. Hartnett uneekware@aol.com or Phone: 813-232-5200
IDC Fantasy of Flight 5k
Polk City, FL 6:00PM, 1400 Broadway Blvd S.E. (Cross Country Style, Flat, Fun Course)
Contact: Scott Langen (Exclusive Sports Marketing), 1040 Holland Dr, Suite A, Boca Raton, FL, USA, 33487. 1-561-241-3801 x106 scott@exclusivesports.com
July 26, 2008 (Saturday)
International Distance Classic: Fantasy of Flight
Polk City, FL 7:00AM, 1400 Broadway Blvd S.E. (Olympic Distance Triathlon and Duathlon)
Contact: Scott Langen (Exclusive Sports Marketing), 1040 Holland Dr, Suite A, Boca Raton, FL, USA, 33487. 1-561-241-3801 x106 scott@exclusivesports.com
August 1, 2008 (Friday)
Run For Your Life...Or Someone ElsesValrico, FL 8:00AM Between the Campo Family YMCA and the Bloomingdale Little League Field, Culbreath Road (5K Run/Walk) Contact: Sarah Woodyer (MOMS Club of Valrico Bloomingdale), PO Box 2205, Valrico, FL, USA, 33595-2205. 1-813-685-1690 woodyer1@gmail.comPier 60 Summer Beach SeriesClearwater Beach, FL 7:00PM Pier 60, Gulf Blvd (beach run) Contact: L Michael Weiss (West Florida Y Runners Club), 508 Jeffords Street, Clearwater, FL, USA, 33756. 1-727-644-7702 lwewfla@aol.com August 2, 2008 (Saturday)
Moss Park Forest Run12901 Moss Park Rd. Orlando FL at 7:00AM- (5K, 10K Run/Walk) Contact: Zahid Buttar, support@buttar.com, 888-281-0533 or 407-273-2327 http://www.buttar.com/events/2008/08.02.08.ForestRun/index.htm August 8, 2008
St. Pete Beach Summer 5K Series
St. Pete Beach, FL 7:00PM Harry's at Sirata Beach Hotel, Gainesville, Florida, 5300 Gulf Boulevard (Beach run) Contact: Ben Fudge, 6767 Sunset Way #201, St. Pete Beach FL 33706, 727-360-9213
http://hillsboroughcounty.org/parks August 15, 2008 (Friday)
Pier 60 Summer Beach SeriesClearwater Beach, FL 7:00PM Pier 60, Gulf Blvd (beach run) Contact: L Michael Weiss (West Florida Y Runners Club), 508 Jeffords Street, Clearwater, FL, USA, 33756. 1-727-644-7702 lwewfla@aol.com August 17, 2008 (Sunday)
Powerade 5K Grand PrixFort De Soto Park, St. Petersburg FL 8:00AM (5K Fun Walk/Run) Contact: Michael Cassidy, bcassidy@exclusivesports.com Phone:(561) 241-3801 Note: If you would like to submit race information for the calendar, please email Patty Zanghi at pmzanghi@msn.com. We will also be posting the calendar or the SPRR website in the near future. |
| Pinellas County Walking Program |
| SPRR has joined with the Pinellas County Health Department and Parks and Recreation to offer a walking program.
Join SPRR members in the 100 mile and 250 mile walking program. Keep track of your miles and receive a free t-shirt upon reaching 100 miles. Walk an additional 250 miles and receive another t-shirt. Walks will take place in conjunction with our group runs (see below) at Upham Beach, Fit for Life, and Ft. DeSoto. For more information, contact Pat Fudge at bfudge62@earthlink.net.
Pat Fudge recently completed the second leg of the program, and I saw her this weekend with her 250 mile shirt! Joan Keefe has completed the 100 miles and received at-shirt. Please let us know how everyone else is coming along with the program. |
| Group Runs |
SPRR extends an open invitation to runners and walkers of all abilities to come out and join us for one of our group runs. Details below.
Snell Isle Bridge
Monday through Friday at 5:15 AM
Contact: Jonathan Dunford at dunford.jonathan@wcf.sysco.com
Map of Snell Isle Bridge Run
Join us for this approximately 5.5 mile out and back course along the beautiful downtown St. Petersburg waterfront.
Upham Beach
Beach Plaza, St. Pete Beach
Monday through Friday at 6:30 AM
SPRR is offering a 4 to 8 mile beach run/walk each morning through the week, tide permitting. If you like walking or running on the beach, this is for you! It's a great way to start the day.
St. Pete Beach Recreation Center
7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach
Take your pick...some members will be doing speedwork/intervals on Tuesday evenings, and others will be doing a regular run. The group run will start from the St. Pete Beach Recreation Center and heads toward Fit for Life. From there, we follow the same course as the Saturday morning runs (see below).
Fit for Life
575 75th Ave., St. Pete Beach
Map of Fit for Life Run
You will be sure to find someone to run with on our Saturday morning run from Fit for Life, and groups are organized based on pace. The course is approximatley 5 miles out and back. However, we have runners and walkers going distances from 3 to 15 miles.
Fort DeSoto Park
North Beach Parking Area
Map of Fort DeSoto Park Run
Come join us at Ft. DeSoto Park on Sunday mornings. You will meet and run with some great people and also enjoy an awesome sunrise. We offer runs from 5 to 13 miles and an 80 minute walk for all abilities. The map depicts a 10 mile out and back course, but the run can be extended by taking additional trails. All are done on paved trails. | |
| SPRR Mugs |
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SPRR mugs are now available for purchase, and they only cost $5 each! Get your mug today before they are gone. The mugs will be available at the next club meeting on Thursday, May 8. Contact Eric Sager at sager_eric@hotmail.com if you would like to purchase a mug. The cold frosting seen on this mug is not included and must be added by the purchaser. |
| New SPRR Technical Shirts are Available! |
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We have received a new order of SPRR technical t-shirts in both long and short sleeve. Both shirts are white technical t-shirts with our club logo and name in color on the front. The short sleeve shirts cost $20 and the long sleeve are $25. We will be selling the shirts at the August beach race and the August club meeting. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please see Pat Fudge
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| SPRR Sponsors |
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A Good Massage
1506 54th Avenue North, Ste. 1
St. Petersburg, FL 33703
Contact Travis Skaggs or Vicki Harwick at 727-522-4263
website: www.agoodmassage.com
Alden Beach Resort
5900 Gulf Blvd.
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Baird Realty Group
Real Estate Brokers
Contact Tanya Baird-Repka at 727-360-4900
Bardmoor Aquatic Team
Swim Coaching
ContactGerry Miller at 727-397-6807
Dig Me Sports
Athletic Clothing and Accessories
12589 66th St. North Largo, FL 33773 Contact John Woodruff at 727-536-2259 or 727-644-4544 email: jwoodruff1@tampabay.rr.com Endurance Sports Eyewear
Sunglasses
Contact Jennifer Castleman at 727-515-7529
Fit For Life
Health Club and Physical Therapy
Contact Carol Glasscock at 727-367-0075
Healthy Habits
Individualized Fitness Programs
Contact Lauri Reynolds at 727-422-9982
Linda DeMaio
Massage Therapy
Contact Linda DeMaio at 727-580-0128
Motion Sports Management
Management of Road Races and Triathlons & Coaching for Triathletes
Contact Wendy Johnson at 727-367-RACE
New Life Appliance & A/C Inc.
Servicing Major Appliances & A/C
Contact Steve Hadala at 727-894-7234
On The Beach Brokers Produce Brokers
Contact Bill Damore at 727-421-8579
Sweet Things by Ginger
T-Shirt Quilts & More
Contact Ginger Herring at 727-384-0224
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