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Greetings!
Welcome to the August issue of the SPRR E-Newsletter. We have a couple of new and exciting announcements, and you can read about them below.
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, September 11 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
September 11, 2008
6:30 PM
This month a guest speaker will be Dave Theall and will discuss "Running and Writing Rewards."
Dave is an avid runner and past St Pete Times writer for the running column. He spent his early working years as a career Washington bureaucrat. Dave has run over 600 races including 26.2 marathons, we'll let him explain that number. He has a very interesting view of running both as a participant and as a professional writer covering the sport. |
| 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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| 5K and 10K Running Clinic Starting in October |
In October we will begin a 5k and 10k clinic for the St. Pete Beach Classic, Bay to Bay and other races in the SPRR Racing Series. As part of the clinic, you will receive customized training plans, coaching and the opportunity to participate in group runs with others training for the same races. Information about the clinic will be provided at the September meeting.
To sign up for the clinic, please complete the questionnaire below and email to becki@everyrunner.com. You can also complete the questionnaire online at http://www.everyrunner.com/clinic. Training will begin on October 4, so please have your questionnaire submitted by September 19.
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| SPRR Racing Series |
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Last year we introduced the SPRR Racing Series ("the Series), and are planning this year's Series for the upcoming racing season. We are also organizing a 5K and 10K Running Clinic (see above) to coincide with the Series. The Series will be similar to last year, but plan to offer bonus points for certain races this year. The races that will be part of the Series have not been determined at this time. However, they will consist of Tampa Bay area races of multiple distances over a period of several months so the Series does not favor individuals that excel at a particular distance or time of the year. During each race, SPRR members can earn points based on age-graded scoring. The points will be totaled at the end of the Series and the top three male and female runners with the highest point totals will be awarded prizes for their accomplishments. In addition, we will continue with participation awards for completing a determined number of races. The purpose of the Series is to determine the "best" runners during the racing season, encourage race directors to provide quality races, and encourage club participation at these races.
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St. Pete Beach Summer 5K Series |
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SPRR wants to thank everyone who participated in the St. Pete Beach Summer 5K Series. Your support made our first Series a success, and we are grateful.
SPRR is pleased to have organized and hosted the Series, and we hope that everyone enjoyed the events. Like most of you know, the unpredictability of running on the beach during a Florida summer provided many challenges. The first event in June was canceled due to severe weather; the July race was hot and humid, and the winds made the August race difficult. However, we hope that these challenges provided you with memories and stories to share for years to come.
Our goal was to provide runners with a well organized race and a fun post race party that allowed the running community to gather afterwards and enjoy each other's company. From the feedback we received so far, we believe that we accomplished this goal. However, it could not have been achieved without the help of some great volunteers and wonderful sponsors.
Sirata Beach Resort
5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Alden Beach Resort
Endurance Sports Eyewear
Sunglasses
Contact Jennifer Castleman at 727-515-7529
Motion Sports Management
Management of Road Races and Triathlons & Coaching for Triathletes
Contact Wendy Johnson at 727-367-RACE
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| Marathon and Half-Marathon Training Clinic |
SPRR members participating in the Marathon and Half-Marathon Clinic will be running the Marathon and Half Marathon of the Palm Beaches, which is scheduled for December 7, 2008.
The clinic has been in full gear since March, and the racing season is approaching. Participants will be competing in several local races to determine how their training has been progressing. Feel free to join us at these upcoming races or show up to chear them on. Race information is below.
September
Myaka River Nature Escape 5K and 10K
Saturday, September 13
Myaka River State Park 8:00AM
Saturday, September 20
Campbell Park 10:00AM
Ranch Run 5k
FCA Half Marathon and 10K
Saturday, October 11
Sarasota 7:45AM
November
Eckerd College Sixth Annual Triton 5K Run
Saturday, November 15 Eckerd College Campus 8:30AM
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| 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. | |
| 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 - July 2008
Kiwanis Morton Plant Mease Midnight 5K, Dunedin-July 4
Females
Rupa Nunamaker, 36:28
Males
Gilbert Dolores, 27:12
Justin Nunamaker, 33:09, 3rd 9-under
Kiwanis Morton Plant Mease Midnight 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
David Shiner, 23:24
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, 1st45-49
Virginia Edmonds, 24:53
Melody Janson, 25:02, 2nd45-49
Anna Reschar, 26:33, 3rd45-49
Lauri Reynolds, 26:43
Sheryl Aimanovich, 27:27
Christine Arbasak, 28:55
Deb Robinson, 29:26, 1st50-54
Maria Stamoulis, 30:25
Kathleen Wheeler, 32:31
Eileen Hodges, 32:50
Melody Tabman, 33:57
Teresa Schneider, 33:59, 3rd55-59
Maureen Ahern, 34:11
Katy Wheeler, 34:17
Cathy Keim, 35:32, 2nd50-54
Ginger Herring, 35:33, 2nd65-69
Wendy Johnson, 36:11
Rupa Nunamaker, 41:29
Sally Von Kaemel, 42:11, 2nd60-64
Kathy Johnson, 42:29
Gwen Kearley, 52:11, 3rd65-59
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
David Knightlinger, 24:01
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
Take the First Step Sumer series #4, 5K, Tampa - July 23
Males
Houston Tucker, 32:32
Jim LaMar, 33:51
SPRR Member Race Results - August 2008
Sunsets at Pier 60, 5K, Summer series #3, Clearwater Beach - Aug 1
Females
Teresa Schneider, 32:02, 3rd 55-59
Rebecca Bialosky, 33:46, 2nd 50-54
Deb Rothenberger, 46:08
Males
Wes Reynolds, 17:11, Overall Winner
Jim Hummel, 20:03, 1st 45-49
Brian Rothenberger, 23:54
Dan Rothenberger, 24:06
David Shiner, 24:11
Houston Tucker, 32:05
Jim LaMar, 35:59
Top Gun Triathlon, Fort Desoto - Aug 2
Females
Melissa Dipple, 1:05:52, 2nd 45-49
Virginia Edmonds, 1:06:15
Diane LaJoie, 1:17:04
Courtney Smith, 1:21:34, 3rd 14 and under
Mary Tucker, 1:27:33, 2nd 60-64
Kerry Smith, 1:29:46
Males
John Voorhis, 1:04:37
John Smith II, 1:05:32
Roland LaJoie, 1:07:10, 2nd 60-64
St.Pete Beach Summer 5K series #3 - St.Pete Beach , Aug 8
Females
Jennifer LaPlante, 24:01, 1st 30-34
Anna Reschar, 26:10, 1st 45-49
Mary Cunningham, 26:23, 2nd 45-49
Sheryl Aimanovich, 27:49
Mary Ann Renfrow, 29:26
Maria Stamoules, 31:45
Gloria Hancock, 33:13
Cathy Keim, 33:16
Teresa Schneider, 33:26, 2nd 55-59
Ginger Herring, 33:59, 1st 65-69
Wendy Johnson, 36:04
Kathleen Wheeler, 36:06
Rupa Nunamaker, 39:29, 2nd 35-39
Deb Rothenberger, 40:30
Gail Linton, 40:46
Beth Hawkins, 45:19
Males
Wes Reynolds, 18:36, Overall Winner
Jim Hummel, 21:27, 1st 45-49
Paul Graus, 21:57, 3rd 40-44
Cameron Wheeler, 22:21, 2nd 15-19
Jimmy Nunamaker, 22:37, 1st 35-39
Mike LaPlante, 23:01, 2nd 35-39
Zach Hoge, 24:51, 3rd 15-19
Brian Rothenberger, 25:06
Roland Lajoie, 25:16, 1st 60-64
David Shiner, 25:45, 3rd 35-39
Grant Fashbaugh, 25:58, 1st 55-59
Gary Renfrow, 26:00, 2nd 45-49
Monte Hoge, 26:17, 3rd 45-49
Gilbert Dolores, 26:40
Al Johnson, 28:30, 3rd 55-59
Bob Moorehead, 28:50, 2nd 65-69
Bill Damore, 31:41, 2nd 60-64
Jim Cunningham, 32:06
Thomas Coleman, 32:52
Justin Nunamaker, 33:24, 1st 9-under
Ed Bukowski, 34:49
Houston Tucker, 35:23
Don Herring, 41:11
Tom Haight, 42:05
Tarpon Springs Triathlon, Tarpon Springs -Aug 9
Females
Christine Arbasak, 1:17:24, 3rd 50-54
Youth Triathlon Series #4, Tarpon Springs - Aug 10
Females
Courtney Smith, 24:57, 1st 12-year olds
Males
Trey Smith, 14:53, 2nd 10-year olds
Take the First Step 5K, Summer series #5 , Tampa - Aug 13
Males
Houston Tucker, 33:37
Sunsets at Pier 60 Summer 5K series #4 - Clearwater Beach , Aug 15
Females
Teresa Schneider, 30:53, 3rd 55-59
Rebecca Bialosky, 33:33, 2nd 50-54
Males
Wes Reynolds, 16:52, Overall Winner
Jim Hummel, 19:49, 3rd 45-49
Zach Hoge, 22:50
Brian Rothenberger, 24:05
Monte Hoge, 24:55
Houston Tucker, 32:45
ARC Ace of Diamonds, 4.4 miler 2008, Clearwater - Aug 17
Females
Sunny L'Heureux, 37:52, 2nd 45-49
Males
Jim Hummel, 29:11, 1st 45-49
Houston Tucker, 54:56 |
| Area Race Calendar - August and September 2008 |
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
September 1, 2008 (Monday)
Rumble thru the JungleAl Lopez Park, Tampa FL 8:00AM (5K run) Contact: FRPM Promotions, 813-874-7223 Canes Cross Country Classic 5K & 1 mile
GT Bray Park, Bradenton FL 34209 8:00AM Contact: http://www.CanesClassic.com September 6, 2008 (Satuday)
The Sunrise RunNorth Straub Park, St. Petersburg FL 33701 RUN~WALK~WAVE - a part for everyone! A faith based event with a 5K run, 1 mile walk & run, music, and children's activites. Race times to be announced at a later date. September 13, 2008 (Saturday)
Myaka River Nature EscapeMyaka River State Park 8:00AM (1-mile, 5K, 10K) Contact: Michelle Adams, matteoli@hotmail.com, 941-266-7326
Cure Kids Cancer Challenge Lithia, FL at 9:00AM (1-mile, 5K Recreational Fun Run/Walk) Contact: Amanda Polson, apolson@pcfusa.org, 813-269-0955 ext. 485 September 21, 2008 (Sunday)
5th Annual Sand Key TriathlonClearwater, FL 7:15AM Sand Key County Park, Clearwater, FL, 1060 Gulf Blvd (Sprint Distance 1/3 swim, 11 mile bike, 3.1 mile run. Great beginners race!) Contact: Bev Buysse (Tri This), 6537 Cape Hatteras Way NE #1, St. Petersburg, FL, USA, 33702. 1-727-773-5675 , bbuysse@aol.com September 27, 2008 (Saturday)
Ranch Run 5kTemple Terrace Elementary School, 124 Flotto Avenue, Tampa FL 33617 8:00AM Contact: http://www.hcso.tampa.fl.us/2006_Ranch_Run/Ranch_Run.htm or register at www.active.com Everest Expedition ChallengeLake Buena Vista, FL 7:00PM at Disney's Animal Kingdom (adventure 5k, obstacle course)
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| 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. |
| Short and Long Sleeve SPRR Technical Shirts are Available! Singlets Will be Here Soon! |
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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 have also placed an order for male and female racing singlets. They should be here in a few weeks. 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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