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Greetings!
Welcome to the September issue of the SPRR E-Newsletter.
I am excited to announce that we have improved our website and added new pages ( www.sprr.org)! We now have a Resources page with links to previous newsletters, Board of Director's meeting minutes, fitness calculators, running clubs, and other miscellaneous resources. Another page that we are in the process of adding is a photo album of individuals or groups within our club doing what we do best, running and socializing. For specific details regarding how to get your running photos added to our website please visit the Photo Album page. We would love to visually recognize all of our members but will need your help in doing so.
I am also excited to announce that SPRR will have our first annual Holiday Party and Awards Ceremony at Pepin Restaurant in St. Petersburg. Details are below.
We have news and announcements about your opportunity to become an SPRR Board member, a FREE 5K and 10K Training Clinic, a volunteer and fundraising opportunity at the Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater, and the SPRR Racing Series. You can read about these events and more below.
Oh, I should also mention that we are now selling SPRR racing singlets. See below for more information and where to purchase your new singlet.
Several members have also been participating in Mike Master's Boot Camp and asked me to give details in case you are interested in joining them. They are really having a great time and getting into even better shape. Mike's Boot Camp take place on Mondays and Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm and Tuesdays and Thursday mornings at 6:30 am at Upham Beach Seaside Grill Parking Lot in St. Pete Beach. The cost is only $5.00 per session. I understand that you need to bring water, a mat and towel. If you want to contact Mike, his email is Michael.Masters1@us.army.mil. 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, October 9 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
October 9, 2008
6:30 PM
Whereas at most of our club meetings we gather to listen to and learn from any number of invited speaking guests the October meeting will be a general council meeting to talk about the progress of the club over the last year as well as any upcoming plans for the club. Everyone is not only welcome but is encouraged to attend as we will also be discussing the election of returning and additional board members. |
| 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. |
| SPRR Holiday Party |
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The weather is getting cooler and Mal-Mart has their holiday aisles stocked and ready. This also means SPRR has been hard at work planning our Inaugural Holiday Party!
Mark your calendars:
Wednesday, December 17th, 2008
6:30 Cocktail Reception
7:30 Sit Down Dinner
Pepin Restaurant
4125 4th St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33703
Meet friends old and new to celebrate the season. We'll also announce annual awards from Awesome and Inspiring to the down right Goofy!
More details to follow in the next newsletter, posting on our improved web-site (www.sprr.org), and invitations will be mailed to all members.
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Volunteers Needed for an Aid Station at the Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater |
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Every fall many of the world's greatest tri athletes assemble to compete at the Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3 held in Clearwater, Florida. This year the race will be held on November 8th. As one of the local running clubs that promotes exercise in our society, the SPRR has decided to take this opportunity to not only fundraise for our club but also to get involved with the race by managing one of the aid stations along the course.
In order for our club to be successful with this opportunity we are seeking the volunteer help of at least 50 to 60 individuals who will be available between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm on the race day, November 8, 2008.
Please consider helping as this is a wonderful opportunity for our club. As a non-profit organization the club treasury will receive a donation if we can get the volunteers. If you decide to volunteer please email Ben Fudge by the first week of October at bfudge62@earthlink.net with your name and t-shirt size. You are also welcome to bring friends who are not club members. |
| SPRR Racing Series |
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Last year we introduced the SPRR Racing Series, and are planning this year's Series for the upcoming racing season. Tentative details are provided below and are dependent of approval by the Board of Directors.
The St. Pete Road Runners' Racing Series (the "Series") is a collection of 12 events that will take place during 6 Tampa Bay area races. During each event, SPRR members can earn points based on age-graded scoring. For an explanation of age-graded scoring, click here.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.
The purpose of the Series is to determine the "best" runners during the racing season, encourage race directors to provide quality races, and promote club participation at these races. The Series includes races of multiple distances (5K to Marathon) over a period of several months to ensure the Series does not favor individuals that excel at a particular distance or time of the year.
Tentative St. Pete Road Runners' Racing Series Schedule
Race Name Event(s) Date
Manatee River 5 Miler 5 Mile December 27, 2008
St. Pete Beach Classic 5K &10K January 17, 2009
Sun Coast Classic 5K & 10K February 7, 2009
Gasparilla Distance Classic 5K & 15K February 28, 2009
Gasparilla Distance Classic ½ & Full Marathon March 1, 2009
Bay to Bay 5K & 12K March 15, 2009
Max Bayne 10 Miler 10 Mile March 29, 2009
This year all SPRR members in good standing will automatically be entered into the Series. This year we are also offering double bonus point for the St. Pete Beach Classic and Bay to Bay!
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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
Ranch Run 5k
FCA Half Marathon and 10K
Saturday, October 11
Sarasota 7:45AM
November
Blue Moon Half Marathon
Sunday, November 2
Eckerd College Sixth Annual Triton 5K Run
Saturday, November 15 Eckerd College Campus 8:30AM
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| On the Road - SPRR Racing Results |
Due to the size of the column, racing results will be posted on the SPRR website starting next month.
You should still 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 - 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
Publix Family Fun Fitness Triathlon, - Fort DeSoto - Aug 16
Females
Christine Arbasak, 1:22:36, 2nd 50-54
Take the First Step 5K, Summer Series #6, Tampa - Aug 27
Males
Houston Tucker, 34:10
Jim LaMar, 37:48
Crystal River Triathlon Series #3, Crystal River - Aug 30
Females
Christine Arbasak, 1:30:57, 2nd 50-54
Masters World Championship, half marathon, Clermont - Aug 31
Males
Albert Wieringa, 1:30:23, 2nd 60-64
Rumble Tru the Jungle 5K, 2008, Tampa - Sept 1
Females
Anna Reschar, 23:53, 1st 45-49
Teresa Schneider, 30:24
Rebecca Bialosky, 33:24
Males
John Voorhis, 22:20
David Shiner, 23:24
Houston Tucker, 33:43
The Sunrise Run 5K, St.Petersburg - Sept 6
Females
Anna Reschar, 23:41, 1st 45-49
Kathleen Wheeler, 30:41
Males
Cameron Wheeler, 18:36, Overall Winner
Gilbert Dolores, 22:50, 1st 40-44
David Shiner, 23:11, 2nd 35-39
Youth Triathlon #5, Palm Harbor - Sept 7
Females
Courtney Smith, 24:35, 2nd, 12-year olds
Males
Trey Smith, 14:38, 2nd 10-year olds
SPRR Member Race Results - September 2008
Myakka River Nature Escape, 5K/10K, Myakka River State Park - Sept 13
Males 5K
Albert Wieringa, 18:44, 1st Master
Ben Fudge, 29:01, 1st 70-74
Males 10K
Eric Sager, 38:31, 1st 35-39
Andy Horne, 39:16, 1st 25-29
Sean Connolly, 43:05, 2nd 35-39
Ernie Glode, 45:18
Donald Rasdall, 49:04
Females 10K
Jennifer LaPlante, 43:19, 2nd 30-34
Christine Moorby, 46:09, 2nd 35-39
Gloria Hancock, 58:46, 4th 45-49
Tracy Connolly, 59:35
Ace of Clubs 10K, Clearwater - Sept 14
Females
Sylvia Martinez, 1:07:02
Males
Jim Hummel, 41:54, 1st 45-49
Houston Tucker, 1:17:56
Lowry Park Zoo Run Run 5K, Tampa - Sept 20FemalesTeresa Schneider, 31:35 Melody Tabman, 35:22 MalesJim Hummel, 19:20, 1st 45-49 David Shiner, 23:24 Houston Tucker, 32:17 Jim LaMar, 36:17 Sand Key Triathlon, Sand Key Park, Clearwater - Sept 21
Females Christine Arbasak, 1:35:39 Tracy Connolly, 1:37:08 |
| 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 7:00 AM (NEW TIME)
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
Sunday at 6 AM (NEW TIME)
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 20 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. |
| Racing Singlets are Here! Short and Long Sleeve SPRR Technical Shirts are also Available! |
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We have recently received an order of male and female racing singlets with the SPRR club logo. They are made of a technical, moisture-wicking material. The singlets cost $25.
We also continue to sell SPRR 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.
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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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