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Hello
Everyone,
March
18, 2010
In
this Issue:
- St. Patty's Day Prediction Run
- West Kelowna Rocks!! Update
- You Don't Have to Live in Sudbury to Join the Sudbury Rocks!!!
Marathon
- Nickel City Tri Team General Meeting
(2nd Notice)
- Upcoming Local Events -
Sudbury Rocks!!! Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes
- Running Room Update -
Weight watchers 5k Coming
- Track North News
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St. Patty's Day Prediction Run
Sunday March 14, 2010
The Sudbury Running Room held it s first ever St. Patty's
Day 5k Prediction Run on Sunday. The race was held as
the goal run for 5k and 10k clinic trainees but all
comers were invited to attend the free event. The rules
were simple. Predict your overall time and the runner
who comes closest to their predicted time wins. And
NO WATCHES ALLOWED.
Andrew Breckon was the fastest runner by far but only
managed a 9th place as he misjudged his abilities by
a bit too wide a margin. Leave the guessing to the younger
and the real calculating to the experienced as grand
master runner Tay Wilson came within 1 second of his
predicted time. Lise Perdue and Jessica Valiquette vied
for second and third. Lise had a 10 second differential
and Jessica added only 1 more second. The rest of the
group learned that prediction running is not quite the
same as regular events. They vowed to be more competitive
next time out.
Results
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West
Kelowna Rocks!! Update
We are doing very well in
West Kelowna. Tawnecia & I have both kept up our running
and have competed in a variety of races both on the road
and on trails. All of the races have been hilly and challenging,
but the scenery has been stunning and the volunteers have
been top notch.
We started this year's racing season with the Starting Block
10K in Vernon, BC. Tawnecia had a great race and finished
in 51:29. Our next race was in Fort Langley, BC called the
Historic Half (referring to the wooden fort which served
as the start and finish area). Tawnecia participated in
the 10K which she finished in 51:57.4, and I completed the
half marathon. It was a tough race after staying up late
the previous night to enjoy the Vancouver 2010 Olympic partying
on Robson Street - what a fantastic time celebrating the
athletes and demonstrating our Canadian pride!
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The next major event was the honour I
had to participate as a torchbearer (photos
here)in the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games
which was exciting, inspirational and made me exceptionally
proud to be a Canadian. The life experience made me reflect
on the power of the symbolic flame to bring people together
and appreciate this unique once in a lifetime event. The
energy of the public and the excitement of the children
at seeing the Paralympic flame was amazing!
It is incredible what the Paralympic athletes
are able to achieve with their spirit, dedication, courage,
skill, strength, teamwork and willpower. I hope we are
all able to appreciate the efforts and friendship of the
Paralympic athletes from all over the world, and take
pride in Canada's support of the Paralympic Winter Games.
We wish the Sudbury Rocks!! all of the best at Around
the Bay, and congratulations to all of those taking part
in the Boston Marathon in 2010.
Cheers,
Tawnecia & William
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You don’t
have to live in Sudbury to join the Sudbury Rocks marathon
Monday, February 22, 2010
Vince Perdue wants to make a big dent in diabetes prevention,
and has been doing so through Sudbury Rocks!!! Race,
Run or Walk for Diabetes. May 2, 2010, will mark
the marathon’s fifth year in raising funds to support
the Canadian Diabetes Association.
The Sudbury Rocks Running Club and the Canadian Diabetes
Association entered into a partnership in 2004, working
together to create the Sun Run for Diabetes. Since then,
the two groups have maintained a close relationship, expanding
the Sun Run for Diabetes in 2005 into the Sudbury Rocks!!!
Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes, Northern Ontario’s
largest competitive running event.
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Vince during a trail
run across Laurentian Lake in Sudbury
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Vince, 59,
has been actively involved with the marathon since its inception
and has been the event’s race director for the last
two years. As race director, it’s his responsibility
to ensure every aspect of the event runs smoothly, from liaising
with sponsors and ensuring event day logistics are in order
to pre-event preparation, including managing the website.
When asked why the Canadian Diabetes Association was chosen
as the charity of choice, Vince says “it’s the
only charity we see that fits the profile of activity making
a difference.” Vince also has a personal connection
with diabetes, as he has close family members living with
the chronic disease and some who have experienced complications.
The event offers a challenge not only to Sudbury residents,
but to everyone. Last year more than 1,500 participants
from across the country took part in the marathon, including
more than 300 volunteers. The event has raised more than
$150,000 for the Canadian Diabetes Association. The goal
for 2010 is to have 2010 participants and raise $75,000.
“Individuals young and old have said participating
in the marathon is a life-changing experience,” says
Vince. “For the event organizers, it’s important
for us to put a run in the face of people, so they can see
that there is a path to make a change and a positive difference.”
When Vince is not busy preparing for Sudbury Rocks, he
makes time for a run everyday. He also enjoys travelling
with his wife, and just spending time outdoors.
For more information and to register
for the 2010 Sudbury Rocks!!! Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes,
visit sudburyrocksmarathon.com and support the Canadian
Diabetes Association.
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Notice
EVENT – Nickel
City Triathlon Team (NCTT) Annual General Meeting
LOCATION – Ken Bahnuk Lounge,
Ben Avery Complex
Laurentian University
935 Ramsey Lake Rd.
DATE/TIME – Tuesday, April 6, 2010
8:15 p.m.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:
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Upcoming Local Events
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May
2, 2010
Dear Friends,
I wish to invite
you back to the SudburyROCKS!!! Race, Run or Walk for
Diabetes, held Sunday May 2, 2010. Come celebrate with
us our 5th birthday!
We want 2010 for
2010. Help us meet our goal and raise $75,000 for the
Canadian Diabetes Association!
Register
by April 2nd for discounted race fees. Register online
at www.sudburyrocksmarathon.com
and save $5 more!
The SudburyROCKS!!!
Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes has a 5K, 10K, half marathon,
full marathon and 1K free kids event. Want to run as
a group? Sign up for the Marathon Team Relay with up
to 8 of your friends, family and co-workers. Not going
to run or walk this year? We
welcome new volunteers!
A new change
to 2010 is our On The Rocks Pasta.
We have moved our Pasta Dinner to a new location, Respect
is Burning, where you will enjoy a truly
one-of-a-kind experience with rustic Italian soul food.
With tickets only $25 each, you will get a fabulous
dining experience at one of Sudbury’s best restaurants.
While there, enjoy the music of singer/songwriter Angie
Nussey. Raised in the Sudbury area, Angie began playing
piano and writing songs at the age of 7. Now at 31 years
of age, with eight years of creating, releasing, and
touring, five full length albums, and a wealth of experiences
to draw from, this boldly honest songwriter solidly
prepares to release her most prized possession through
music: Herself. Look for "Little Tragedies"
in stores and online. Tickets can be purchased through
either the website, or by emailing Mandy at mandy.hryciw@diabetes.ca.
Hurry! Tickets are limited.
Haven’t
seen our new website yet? www.sudburyrocksmarathon.com
Check us out, including signing up for our Facebook
and Twitter pages. We are already at more than 250 Facebook
fans in 2 weeks. Let’s reach 2010!
Support the Canadian
Diabetes Association and help make strides in diabetes
research. All pledges and proceeds go towards diabetes
research, and programs and services of the Canadian
Diabetes Association. More than $150,000 has been raised
for the cause of diabetes since our start in 2005 –
thank you!
Hope to see you
May 2nd!
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Visit our Events
Section for all the Details
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Run
Club Update |
April 18th, Running Room Sudbury Health Fair,
Join us at the store and meet some local
businesses that can help us out with our running health,
general health and community health.
LOCAL EVENTS
May 2nd, Sudbury Rocks Marathon –
Join Sudbury Rocks and the Canadian Diabetes Association
in their fight against Diabetes. All participants
get the famous Sudbury Rocks t-shirt.
http://www.events.runningroom.com/site/?raceId=5062
July 24th, Western Manitoulin 5&10 Event
http://www.sudburyrocks.ca
October 10th, Turkey Trot
http://www.events.runningroom.com/site/?raceId=5291
Happy Trails!
Your Sudbury Running Room Team
Gina, Nadia, Adam, Steve, Jessica, Frank, Olivia,
Serena, and Denise
Join us for FREE Practice
Club
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