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5/6/08

Race applications for the Brookfield Parkinson Run on 6/1/08 and the Harwinton 5K Road Race on 6/29/08 are now available for download.

5/4/08

In 1992, Peter Pazik ran the Granby 10K in 32:09. In 1998, at the age of 45, Bob McCusker ran Granby in 34:09. Those are two of the fastest times at Granby over the past sixteen years. Today, 24-year old, David Bridgewater (#176) from Unionville, CT, took out the first mile in 4:54. By 2.5 miles, Bridgewater had a 45 second lead over second place runner, Chris Chisholm (#200). It was decent conditions as Bridgewater pressed. His winning time of 32:45 is the second fastest time in the 37 years at Granby. Chisholm's second place time of 34:44 was his second fastest time over the past 10 years at Granby. In 2004 Chisholm clocked a time with of 33:30.

Pazik's open record and McCusker's master record stand the test of time. Cindy Pomeroy's record of 40:11 was set the same year Chisholm broke the 34:00 mark, 2004. In 2005 Beth Kraseman came close with a 40:21.

Christine Louden (#169) took out the women and never looked back as Kathy Lundin closed to within 43 seconds. Louden 44:14 to Lundin 44:57. Congratulations to all the runners, volunteers, sponsors, and organizers of the 37th Annual Granby Road Race 10K. Results and photos are posted.

5/3/08

In 2001, Marc Robaczynski (black shirt/grey shorts) set the course record with a 25:37. Last year Robaczyski won with a 25:57. He also won in 2006. Jeff Niedeck had an outstanding 2008 Boston Marathon. Niedeck won this race in 2004 and 2005. It is very difficult, and risky, to race a good marathon (26.2 miles) and come back to run a very good short race like a 5-miler. You need to be in top condition and you need to take precautions to avoid serious injury.

In 2004, Niedeck had won the Sharon 5-Miler and he and the experienced veteran, Bob Sieller, began to include a youngster in their training group. At 17 years of age, Dan Barry finished 3rd in the 2004 Sharon with a time of 29:34. Barry finished 4th in 2005 with a 28:09. Barry didn't run in 2006 or 2007. It's his birthday weekend... By the opening 20 meters, Barry (#90) positioned himself squarely on the shoulder of Robaczyski. His plan worked. Dan Barry is the 2008 Sharon 5-Mile Champion in a stellar time of 25:46. Robaczyski was only 7 seconds back and Niedeck finished 3rd (first master) in 27:10. Good times on a cold damp day.

Meanwhile, Jennifer Barillaro (#117) had her hands full with Courtney Robaczyski (#71 Marum). In 2004, Barillaro was third female in 34:35. She was not to be denied today. Barillaro and Robaczyski battled down to the wire as Barillaro's kick earned her the glory with a 33:51 to Robaczyski's 34:01.

Hats off to Tom Butterfield for winning a strong 70+ division.

Congratulations to all the participants, the sponsors, organizers, and volunteers. State Championship caliber. Results for the 23rd Annual Sharon Classic 5-Mile Road Race are posted along with a couple photos.

4/29/08

The Application for the TriSport Media USATF/CT 10K State Championship at Lake Compounce is available for download. The race director strongly encourages that everyone register on line at www.trisportmedia.com

This Saturday is the Sharon 5-Miler. A sanctioned race on a certifed course, Sharon offers a variety of events for the entire family. You can download the application from the Race Application page.

Sunday at 1:00 PM is the Granby 10K. Plenty of recovery time between the two. Granby is one of the oldest races in Connecticut. Registration opens at 11:30 at the Granby High School located near the intersection of routes 10 and 202, north form the center of town.

The Norfolk 5-Mile Road Race application is now available for download.

It has been confirmed that Athletes Foot/HiTek has a new name. It is now Athletes Foot/New Balance. In compliance with LDR rule #143 for team scoring and athletic attire, let the team uniform reflect this change. Every current USATF/CT Club has the book for 2008 USATF Competition Rules. Good luck.

4/27/08

Cody Benson took ou the half mile in about 3 minutes. At the 1-Mile Benson was challenged by Spencer Pelletier. Pelletier dropped off as Benson regained the lead until about 2.5 miles. Eric Armbruster took control with Benson falling back about 5 yards. With about a half mile to go, Benson and Armbruster ran neck-and-neck. At 100 meters, Benson's kick was just too much for Armbruster. Results for the 12th Annual Edmund Ganem Memorial 5K Road Race in Terryville are posted.

4/26/08

$15.00 for a race day 5K in Terryville on their new course is a bargain.

12th Annual
Edmund ganem memorial
5K ROAD RACE
AND ONE-MILE WALK
Sponsored by the ROTARY CLUB OF TERRYVILLE

And Children’s Fun Run!

DATE: SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2008
TIME: 11:00 AM (Registration starts 10:00 AM)
FEES: Run: $ 13.00 (pre-registration) $ 15.00 (race day)
(Kids 12 and under: $ 10.00)
Walk: $ 10.00 (adults)

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: “ROTARY CLUB OF TERRYVILLE”
P.O. BOX 422 TERRYVILLE, CT 06786

RACE LOCATION: Lake Winfield - Holt Street - Terryville, CT
DIRECTIONS: FROM BRISTOL: Take Rt. 72 west to Rt. 6 in Terryville. Continue approx. 1 mile to Holt Street. Turn right onto Holt Street and lake entrance will be on your left after the condos.
FROM WATERBURY: Take Rt. 8 North to exit #39. Turn right onto Rt. 6. Continue approx 2 miles to Holt Street. Turn left onto Holt Street and lake entrance will be on your left after the condos.

RACE FEATURES: AWARDS:
- M/F top runners $50 cash prize
- Free T-shirts to first 75 applicants - Award to all first-place finishers
- Electronic timing (M/F) in the following categories:
- Split times 1 & 2 mile 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39,
- Water stops 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
- Post-race oranges & water - No duplicate award

Get there early.

4/20/08

Swift and Chisholm battle at the Daffodil.

Swift sets record.

Results for the 9th Annual Meriden Rotary Club Daffodil Festival 5K Road Race are posted.

4/6/08

Raw cold. Ayr is all alone. Eric Smith don't need no shirt. The results for the Oleksak Lumber Spring 5K and Half-Marathon in Westfield are posted along with a few pictures. We'll see you soon Gordy.

4/5/08

David Wishart and Geoff Nelson battle to the finish. Wishart sets a new course record and the Athletes Foot/HiTek Open Men finish 1,2,3,4,5! Shannon McHale leads the Open Women from start to finish and sets a new course record. Results for the 2nd Annual Greater Hartford 1/4 Marathon (Race #1 in the USATF/CT Road Race Grand Prix) are posted along with a few photos.

Thank you to the Hartford Track Club for sponsoring a fantastic start to the 2008 USATF/CT Road Race Grand Prix. Lake Compounce and the Tri-Sport 10K are up next...