The President’s Column

 

As the end of the year approaches, I would like to take the opportunity to provide a “State of the LRRC” commentary reflecting upon the club’s activities during the past year.

 

  The extremely hard work and outstanding efforts of a large number of individuals provided for a  very enjoyable 2000 race season.  Race directors Wendy Golden, Reed Finley, David Horton, Lesley McPhatter, Brett Bowman, Jerome Loy, Gary Taylor, Mary Ann Craven, Tracy Trent, Steve Bozeman, and Tracy White all deserve a round of thunderous applause for the excellent events which they organized for the local community this year.  In particular, I am truly grateful to Mary Ann Craven for the excellent job she did with the Children’s Race.  And although these race directors deserve our gratitude, I am sure they would all agree with me when I proclaim that the deafening applause should be offered up to the many volunteers who come out and tirelessly contribute their time again and again so that those of us who compete in these events may do so in a safe and supportive environment.  Hurray to all the volunteers!  Believe me, your efforts are truly appreciated.  You make the events what they are, and we all thank you. 

 

The LRRC hosted a number of interesting programs during the year.  George Wortley presented a program on running injuries.  Lesley McPhatter discussed nutrition.  Jim McFarlane attended LRRC monthly meetings twice to instruct those in attendance on proper massage technique.  And David Horton provided an inspirational talk on training and goal setting.  Although the club executive provided what were thought to be informative programs, the attendance at the monthly meetings continued to stagnate.  This is of genuine concern to me for two reasons.  First, it is embarrassing to invite a speaker to a club meeting and have very few members show up.  Second, clearly, the  current ways of conducting club affairs is not serving the majority of the membership. 

 

As the LRRC approaches the end of the millenium year, I would like to re-focus on what is of value to the membership.  There are approximately 125 members in the club.  The benefits they get from LRRC membership are a bimonthly newsletter, discounts at local stores for running apparel, automatic membership in RRCA with the quarterly  subscription to Footnotes, and insurance coverage at local races under the blanket RRCA policy.  Maybe this is enough.  And if it is enough, maybe the club should reconsider the format of its monthly meetings.  For the most part, LRRC has become a race management club as opposed to a road racing club.  With this in mind, the club may be better served with a different type of monthly meeting which does not include a program.  All of these issues are open for debate and I am keen on initiating a discussion on this topic at the November meeting.  Based upon the outcome of the November meeting, the election of officers will take place at the December meeting.  If you haven’t served in any capacity with LRRC in the past, and you wish to do so, please contact me or any member of the club executive.

 

I look forward to seeing everyone on November 14 at Monte Carlos

 

 

Walter Rawle

President

 

 

1999 LRR OFFICERS

President                                Walter Rawle

Vice President                       Darrell Wargo

Secretary                               Nancy Saunders

Treasurer                               Wendy Golden

Membership                          Mary Ann Craven

Equipment                             Larry Haak

Newsletter                             Vic Galan

 

 

 

The program for the November meeting will include a discussion on the topic of Club goals and format of the monthly meetings.  The floor will be open to all  present to help resolve whether we are a race management or a road racing club. 

 

The December meeting will be held at the Monte Carlo Restaurant at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, 12 December, 2000. 

The election of Club officers for the coming year 2001 is on the agenda for this meeting.  Please consult the Hotline a few days before the meeting for further details.

 

 

 

LRR HOTLINE 582-8000

For information on club activities, area races, etc., call the Lynchburg Roadrunners Hotline.

 

LRR WEB ADDRESS

http://FACULTY.randolphcollege.edu/PSHELDON/RUNCLUB/

The Milepost is provided on the Web through the generosity of professor Peter Sheldon as a community service of Randolph-Macon Womens College.

 

 

Meeting Minutes - 12 September, 2000

The September meeting of the Lynchburg Roadrunners was held on Tuesday, September 12, 2000, at Monte Carlo Restaurant with dinner orders taken at 6:30 PM.  The business meeting followed at 7:00 PM with Walter Rawle presiding over the meeting.

Treasurer's Report - $572.04

 

1)  Estimated upcoming expenses include $100.00 for the newsletter and $50.00 for miscellaneous expenses which includes flags for finish line setup and the

rebuilding of a table for the clock.  Larry Haak expressed appreciation to Wendy Golden for her donation of flags, signs and mile markers to the club.

 

2)  A new Lynchburg Roadrunners sign is available for displaying at races.

 

3)  Volunteers are needed for the Stephenson Memorial Youth Run.  If interested, please contact Mary Ann Craven at 239-1095.

 

4)  Anyone interested in helping with the lodging of  Mt. Masochist runners on Friday,  October 20 or Saturday, October 21, please contact David Horton at 582-2386.

 

5)  David Horton discussed possible plans for a Lynchburg Ultra Race Series for next year.  This may include: Holiday Lake, Promise Land 50K and the Mountain Masochist.  Please contact David Horton with any suggestions.

 

6)  A very interesting and educational session on self-massage was presented by Mr. Jim McFarland, massage therapist from Massage Therapy, Inc.  Jim demonstrated massage techniques for relief and prevention of plantar fasciitis and shin splints.

 

 

Meeting Minutes - 10 October, 2000

The October meeting of the Lynchburg Roadrunners was held on Tuesday, October 10, 2000, at Monte Carlo Restaurant with dinner orders taken at 6:30 PM.

Lynchburg Roadrunner president, Walter Rawle, began the business meeting at 7:00 PM. Thirteen members were in attendance.

Treasurer's Report - $584.74

 

1)  Wendy Golden, LRR treasurer, reported that $400 - $450 needs to remain in the account.

 

2)  A tripod stand is needed for the clock.

 

3)  Mary Ann Craven was recognized for her excellent work in directing the Stephenson Memorial Youth Run which was held on Saturday, October 7th.

 

4)  Vince Decker has been named director of the Sports Capital of Virginia.

 

5)  A new foot bridge that has been constructed over the James River is open and will be dedicated to the memory of Bill Foot on Saturday, October 14th.

 

6)  David Horton presented a very inspiring talk on setting and pursuing goals.  He encourages everyone to have a dream of accomplishing something, to set goals, be patient and to achieve the goals through dedication, mental attitude, perseverance, and a competitive attitude.

Nancy Saunders

Secretary

 

The Coach Says ....

You might be a Runner if ...........  

You have more old dirty shoes by the front door than a farmer.

You get up earlier on the weekends to run than you do during the week to go to work.

You have hundreds of safety pins scattered around the house.

You have more T-shirts than a souvenir shop.

You can’t wait for your next birthday to move into a new age group.

 

You might be a jogger if...........

You think endorphins are the latest must-have children’s toy.

You worry that another plate of pasta might be too much.

You think an interval is a term from high school algebra.

You don’t run in the rain. 

You would never dream of eating “GU”. 

 

UPCOMING RACES  

 

Nov. 4, Danville, Louie Fields 5K Race

9:00a.m.. Info: Kim Hensley (804)792-0621

 

Nov. 4, Bedford, Apple Valley 5K,

For information call Teresa Boyes

 

Nov. 11, Lynchburg College,  5K Fall Classic

Benefit for the American Cancer Society

8:00am registration, 9:00am start.

$15 before 28 Oct. for T-shirt,

$10 late registration, without T-shirt,

age under 16 years - Free

Contact: Matt Martini at (804) 544-6191

 

Nov. 18, Roanoke Star City 1/2 Marathon & 5K ,

Info: Hotline (540)966-RUNN, or Yvonne Powell (540) 344-1855

 

Nov. 18, Richmond  Sun Trust Marathon & 5 miler,

8am start.  $35 marathon through Sept. 16,

Info: (804)673-RACE or www.richmondmarathon.com

 

Nov. 23, Lynchburg Genesis House Turkey Trot 5K

9:00 a.m. start.  Registration form and info included in this newsletter.

 

Dec. 2, Bedford, Peaks of Otter 10K & 5K races

 

Dec. 9, Roanoke Jingle Bell 5K run  

Benefit the Arthritis Foundation.

Info: Dan Wright (540) 981-2449

RACE RESULTS 

 

Sept. 15-17, Colonial Beach, VA, Odyssey Triple and Double Ironman Triathlon

(swim 4.8 mi., bike 224 mi., run 52.4 mi.)

See Steve’s article on this event in this issue.

 

Steve Bozeman     29:18  (8th o.a.)

Darrell Wargo       34:33  (11th o.a.)

 

Sept. 23, Lynchburg, Virginia 10-miler & 4 mile Run

Editor’s note: Please find listed below some LRRC members and other local runners which I gleaned from the newspaper listing.

13 & under Males

Alex Haak                                                1:23:23

 

14 - 17 year old Females 

Shannon Saunders                     1:08:17

Andea Copsey                          1:31:16

 

25 - 29 year old Males 

Clark Zealand                           56:04

Mark Evans                             56:45

Michael McPhatter                  1:04:07

Mike Zealand                           1:07:43

 

25 - 29 year old Females 

Donna Lee                                               1:17:54

Christy Howard                        1:18:26

Kathleen Milborn                     1:24:21

 

30 - 34 year old Males 

Matt Richards                          56:23

Ron Roseveare                         1:12:25

Bill Roseveare                          1:12:25

 

30 - 34 year old Females 

Lisa Hannell                             1:19:35

Paula Skulina                            1:20:10

Julie Stadler                              1:25:07

Kristen Cook                           1:31:06

Maggie Warren                        1:31:47

 

35 - 39 year old Males 

Craig Schwartz                         59:59

Paul Triska                              1:06:05

Carl Thurston                          1:06:52

Pat Draney                                              1:07:11

Gratten Garbee                         1:08:14

Bill Roseveare                          1:12:25

Dave Skulina                            1:28:23

 

35 - 39 year old Females 

Dona Elder                                               1:10:44

Susan Johnson                          1:11:11

Sarah Davidson                        1:14:17

Sue Jones                                  1:19:06

Lesley McPhatter                    1:21:25

Linda Wilson                           1:24:53

 

40 - 44 year old Males 

Bret Boman                             1:03:39

Brad Fitzgerald                         1:03:56

Calvin Milam                           1:06:14

Peter Worford                         1:06:47

Alan Jones                                               1:27:12

Brian saunders                          1:35:49

Walter Rawl                             1:42:27

 

40 - 44 year old Females 

Nancy Ferris                            1:13:12

Kathleen Graves                       1:22:23

Lisa Boman                              1:23:05

Paula Warwick                         1:30:24

 

45 - 49 year old Males 

Brian Carlton                           1:07:19

David Miller                             1:11:45

Craig Miller                              1:13:07

James Lowe                              1:14:24

John Cook                                               1:18:07

Frank Villa                               1:21:44

 

45 - 49 year old Females 

Debbie Bozeman                      1:23:48

Dee Dee Smith                         1:29:18

Donna Boberg                          1:30:00

Jane Patterson                         1:32:57

Sue Whitacre                            1:34:38

 

50 - 54 year old Males 

Bill Rodgers                              59:51

Don Lucy                                 1:10:50

Brant Tolsma                           1:14:49

David Vaughan                         1:17:20

Richard Stone                           1:20:39

Steve Bozeman                        1:23:48

Richard Brooks                        1:28:20

 

50 - 54 year old Females 

Nancy Pengelly                        1:19:56

JoAnn Lucy                             1:33:53

Mary Torrence                        1:41:11

Jeanie Stone                             1:41:06

Sue Hall                                    1:41:36

 

55 - 59 year old Males 

Bob Hartless                             1:12:04

John Justice                              1:13:17

Paul Starke                               1:43:27

Frank McPhatter                     1:54:17

 

60 - 64 year old Males 

John Billingslea                        1:33:53

John Kurisky                            1:34:29

Victor Galan                             1:42:46

Bill Fastabend                           1:45:26

 

60 - 64 year old Females 

Jean Billingslea                         2:23:19

 

65 & over Males 

Fred Fauber                              1:28:30

Bob Fetherston                        1:37:43

Al Cumby                                 1:37:48

 

65 & over Females 

Louise Martin                          2:18:31

 

 

Oct. 1, Raleigh, N.C. , Duke Half  Ironman Triathlon

(swim 1.2 mi., bike 56 mi., run 13.1 mi.)

(350 finishers)

Paul Triska            5:07:36

Mark Sloman         5:59:12

Tracey White        6:00:20

Debbie Bozeman 6:02:50 (3rd. 45-49 age)

Steve Bozeman     6:02:51

 

 

Oct. 7, Camp Lejeune, N.C. ,  Half Marathon

Debbie Bozeman 1:50:20  (1st 45-49 age group)

Steve Bozeman     1:50:21

 

 

Oct. 7, Lynchburg, Stephenson Memorial Youth Run

Race Director:  Mary Ann Craven

 

The 10th Annual Dr. John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run was held on Saturday, Oct, 7 in Riverside Park.  The weather was beautiful and most of the children had a great time.  Some of the toddlers weren’t quite sure what it was all about when they got to the finish line to find all these people cheering and clapping for them.  They stopped, smiled and waved back instead of crossing the line.  Close enough though for the time keeper and finish line helpers who sorted things out.

 

Big thanks to the Lynchburg Roadrunners who helped out this year; Louise Martin who congratulated each child with a trophy at the finish line, Vic Galan, Co-directors Matt & Teri Ripley, Lesley McPhatter, and Walter Rawl.  Special thanks to Drew Wilds who got everyone off to an inspiring start and on schedule too. 

 

Oct. 7, Lynchburg, Stephenson Memorial Youth Run

Male Overall 

1.  Christopher Sullivan            13            5:35

2.  Kent Perdue                        13            5:36

3.  Reed Cramer                       12            5:40

 

Male Results

1/8 Mile,  3 & Under 

Keller Royer                            1:12

Noah Golden                            2:50

 

1/4 Mile,  4 - 5 years old 

Taylor Bell                              2:10

Joel Worford                            2:24

Travis Elder                             2:55

 

1/2 Mile,  6 - 7 years old 

Corey Elder                              3:31

Micah Jones                             3:38

 

1 Mile, 8 - 9 years old 

Sam Dailey                               6:43

Mark Jones                              7:19

Kyle Smith                                               8:48

Joshua Elder                             9:16

 

1 Mile, 10 - 11 years old 

Jonathan Wilson                      6:16

 

1 Mile, 12 - 13 years old 

Stephan Judd                            5:45

Matthew Abatecola                  5:57

Alex Haak                                                6:09

Ben Dailey                                               6:29

 

Female Overall 

1.  Erin Ruhf            12            6:27

2.  Lindsey Beckner 13            6:39

3.  Meredith Storton                12            6:55

 

Female Results  

1/8 Mile,  3 & Under 

Kendall Branham                     1:57

Lexie Davis                              2:10

 

1/4 Mile,  4 - 5 years old 

Alexandra Royer                      2:16

Anna Ripley                             2:44

Jean Cook                                                3:10

Cynthia Beasley                       3:17

Madi Davis                               3:23

 

1/2 Mile,  6 - 7 years old 

Bilynda Brinkley                      3:29

Annie dailey                             4:04

 

1 Mile, 8 - 9 years old 

Janel Reeves                             7:32

Katie Haak                                               10:22

 

1 Mile, 10 - 11 years old 

Evan Schneider                        7:01

 

1 Mile, 12 - 13 years old 

Sallie Madden                           7:08

Beth Jones                                               8:14

 

 

Oct. 21, Lynchburg, Mountain Masochist 50 mi. Trail Run

Race Director:  Dave Horton

The annual MMTR 50 miler took place on October 21, 2000.  With the Marine Corps Marathon scheduled the next day and the JFK 50 miler scheduled for two weeks after the MMTR, I was concerned that our number of entrants would decrease.  I was wrong, we started with 196 in 1999 and 193 in 2000.  We had perhaps the strongest men's and women's field ever. 

 

The weekend started off on Friday night with a massive Italian buffet including 7 large pizzas, 20 lasagnas, 5 BIG tubs of spaghetti, salad, and 4 large sheetcakes. 

 

There was much discussion about the design of this year’s T-shirt an sweatshirt.  In the middle of the shirt, was a large “50+” with the writing, “Horton Miles” in the middle of the plus!  Now what do you suppose that means?

 

I had predicted earlier this year that Josh Cox’s (recently running a 2:13:5 marathon) course record of 6:57 might be challenged by Courtney Campbell or Clark Zealand. But, even though it was a nice day, a higher temperature than optimal (mid 70's) and lots of slick leaves  convinced me prior to race day that a super fast time would not occur. 

 

Courtney Campbell, running strong to the end, won his fourth MMTR in a fine time of  7:07:15.  Campbell now has 5 of the 10 fastest times ever recorded at the MMTR.  Lynchburg’s own Clark Zealand finished in second at 7:15:45 to become the nineth fastest performer ever at the MMTR.  Ian Torrence finished third with a time of 7:24:35. 

 

Of the female racers, Janice Anderson cruised in 16th overall for her 4th victory  in four tries with a time of 8:54:36.  All four of her victories were under 9 hours. 

Francesca Anderson finished second in 9:08:15.  Kathy Youngren and Rebekah Trittipoe finished in a tie for 3rd  with a time of 9:28:39. 

 

As to the “Best Blood” award, when I saw Francesca Anderson around 23 miles, she was more excited about the cut on her knee and the blood that had run down and caked more than she was about her position.  Amy Thompson tried to claim best blood with a big blood blister on her heel ... it did look bad, but not bad enough!  However, the Best Blood Award went to the first time ultra runner Brant Tolsma of Lynchburg, VA, the track coach at Liberty University.  Brant fell before entering the tunnel and had a big gash on his right forearm that probably needed stitches.  Brant finished in a great time of 9:55:07 for 42nd place. 

 

Terry McCray of Summerfield, FL finished for the 10th time, earning him the beautiful 10 year jacket.  The Mountain Man and Woman Awards went to Clark Zealand and Rebekah Trittipoe.  Tom Green finished for the 18th time, the only runner to have run and finished all 18 MMTR’s. 

 

In 2001, the Holiday Lake 50K will be held on February 17th.  We are also starting a tough new 50K called the “Promise Land 50K” on April 28th. 

 

The 2001 MMTR will be held on October 20th next year.  Theses three races will be called the Lynchburg Ultra Series (L.U.S.).  Runners who complete all three races will be eligible for special awards to be given out at the 2001 MMTR.

 

See y’all at the Races!!!!! 

Dave Horton

 

Editor’s note:  The following lists the overall winners and local runners who completed the race.

Overall Male

1.  Courtney Campbell                             7:07:15

2.  Clark Zealand                      7:15:45

3.  Ian Torrence                       7:24:35

 

Overall Female

1.  Janice Anderson                  8:54:36

2.  Francesca Anderson            9:08:15

3.  Kathy Youngren                 9:28:39

     Rebekah Trittipoe                               9:28:39

 

Male under 39

22.  Gratten Garbee                  9:09:09

49.  Andrew Thompson           10:04:28

92.  J.T. Witt                           10:56:19

97.  Joseph Hertzberg                               11:09:36

 

Female under 39

67.  Bethany Hunter                                10:31:48

71.  Amy Thompson                               10:36:12

108.  Erika Jordan                    11:24:59

128.  Bethany Charron                            11:40:03

140.  Kristen Kapusta                              11:50:40

 

Male 40 - 49

 8.  Mike Sandlin                      8:16:00

104.  Frank Villa                      11:12:55

123.  Blanks Blankenship         11:33:38

150.  Larry Haak                     12:26:04

 

Female 40 - 49

3.  Rebekah Trittipoe                               9:28:39

 

Male 50 - 59

42.  Brant Tolsma                    9:55:07

 

Male 60 +  

125.  Bernie Davis                   11:36:00

 

 

Oct. 22, Washington, D.C., Marine Corps Marathon

25th Marine Corps Marathon

By Steve Bozeman

 

I lined up at front of MCM and was suprised to see John Billingslea behind me.  Didn't know he was training for this.  Looked like a small crowd from Lynchburg this year.  The Washington Post’s “Marine Corps Marathon  Hall of Fame” ceremony was really exciting.  I was inducted with some pretty big names - namely past Secretary of the Navy, and retired Marine, "Bull" Middendorf who actually first thought of the idea of putting on this marathon.  In addition, the only male and female Marines to win the race and of course Ken Carnes (wheelchair) who won about seven Marine Corps Marathons. 

 

Debbie did excellent at MCM, with a time of 3:55.  I ran 4:09 with “The Colors”.  The same young Marine SSgt. slowed me down again this year.  He pooped out after 10 miles and slowed to a crawl.  As you know, Marines encourage one another and stick together; but I gotta recruit some faster Marines  next year.  Maybe put an ad in Leatherneck Magazine and interview them. 

 

This was my 14th year with the Colors and I felt pretty strong.  Running through the thousands cheering loudly with the USA flag raised as high as I can really pumps me up.  As tradition dictates, we pulled off course at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and did a "21 second Salute" to all those brave veterans on the Wall.

 

Horace Ellis                           3:32

Debbie Bozeman                  3:55:30

Steve Bozeman                     4:09:39

Mark Mier                             4:13

Mark Sloman                         4:45

Dave Skulina                         5:02

Wendy Golden                     5:15

 

DISCOUNTS

The following businesses offer discounts on select items  for your patronage.  Please ask which items are discounted when you stop by and see the good folks at:

 

Bikes Unlimited - 10% on select items.

 

Dr. Frank Villa - 10% on all eye glasses and exams.  (Does not include disposable contacts)

 

Outdoor Trails - 10% on select items.

 

CMT Specialty Sports - 10% off your total purchase of   running related items, such as shoes, socks, hydration systems, running apparel, headbands, etc.

 

Lynchburg Orthopedic Lab

10% on Orthotics

1919 Thomson Dr.

(804) 846-1803

 

 

Favorite Smoothie Recipes

Makes two 12 oz. glasses

INGREDIENTS:

10 oz. frozen fruit

                (strwberry, peach, berry, etc.)

1 can (12 oz.) evaporated skimmed milk

1/2 cup Half & Half

 

You can also add for flavor, a bannana, vanilla extract, and/or soy protein powder, and/or 1/3 cup of honey, etc.

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Combine ingredients in a blender.

Whip on high till smooth and creamy.

 

 

These people never had blisters 

“I believe the good Lord gave us a finite number of heart-beats and I’m damned if I’m going to use mine running up and down a street.”

-Neil Armstrong, astronaut

 

“It’s unnatural for people to run around city streets unless they are thieves or victims.  It makes people nervous to see someone running.  I know that when I see someone running on my street, my instincts tell me to let the dog out after him.”

-Mike Royo, newspaper colmnist

 

“If the Lord had meant for man to run, he’d have given him four legs or at least made him late for a bus.”

-Red Smith, sportswriter