Our Best Event Yet!

 

The SudburyROCKS!!! Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes easily surpassed last years participant numbers by a full 300 bringing our total amount to 1800 for our 2010 event. All event entries increased with the 5k being the biggest draw with 670 entries. The marathon Relay gained some legs, actually quite a few of them, with 14 teams entered this year. Our most fun run is definitely the Kids 'Fit 'N' Fun 1k. About 200 eager youngsters, most towing parents, took off like sprinters - and some of them actually held the pace with front running times just above 4 minutes. Lots of friendly rivalry and banter comes out of our Celebrity Challenge 5k. This sub event is carried on within our regular 5k where 'celebs' from the local media vie for top spot which brings bragging rights and a trophy to the winning company. You'll find the details on the Challenge Results here.

The rain that came at about 9:30 am did nothing to dampen the spirits of the runners or our phenomenal volunteers. We take our hats off and salute all those water station attendants, marshals, cyclists, police, finish line attendants and everyone else who contributed to making an unforgettable experience for many. So far we have raised over $37,000 in pledges for the Canadian Diabetes Association, our recipient charity. The pledges are still coming in too. The Race will also give our proceeds to the CDA once we've paid our bills. Hopefully we can add another $10,000 to the cause.

We thank all those who supported us. From numerous sponsors, some who have been with us from the start and many newcomers as well, to those who cheered our people on the course and also those who exercised patience and courtesy when we impeded your way at numerous intersections.

It was such fun I think we'll do it all over again next year - just a little bit better. See you next year on May 1, 2011.

Vince Perdue, Race Director SudburyRocks!!! Race, Run or walk for Diabetes

See all results here            Photos are available at http://www.cllik.com/ Most are available now (about 4000 pics).

Website: www.sudburyrocksmarathon.com

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Run Stories:

Thank you - To the organizers for a great race. Once again, you managed to give us a most enjoyable weekend. - To your volunteers. They were incredible. Every marshal and water station showed great enthusiasm and most encouraging to the runners. - To the minister at the Calvin Presbyterian Church on Auger who came out to cheer us on. - To family members who travel every year to participate. Congratulations   · To Stephanie and Sarah. I want to run fast like you when I grow up. · To all medal and prize winners. · To all Sudbury Rocks Members who participated. Well Done Lise Perdue

 

Hello Everyone, Well my time is slower; but I (we) are still having a good time at the Rocks Marathon. The rain did not really dampen the run too much. It kept the humid heat away. The only prize money for us this year was the $5 Lynn found on the road. She has it nailed down to the dresser as to imply "not for Ken". Congrats to Stephanie on her big win. Drew, I hope you are feeling better. You had a good race. The race organizers did a good job this year. The only item I noticed was that the YMCA motivational signs were a little hard to read; but thank you for taking the time to think of us. I did notice there were more volunteers this year. Thanks to each one of you for sticking it out in the rain. (I did miss the coffee girls at the finish line though.) Good on the organizers for attracting more runners and some really fast ones too. It shows you are making continual progress. Thanks to Vince and Lise for the free lodging; just like the elites eh!!. Crap man my blog sounds like the Grammy Awards. "I would like to thank God, my mother, my sister, my best friend, bla bla bla..." Hope to see some of you at W.I.N Ken and Lynn Stubbings

 

I DID IT!!!! YAHOOOOOOO!!! I cried when I crossed the finish line....hugged Doug, then my dad and brother and my 3 friends waiting for me - it was totally awesome!!! One of my friends was "stalking" me...so every once in awhile she'd show up and cheer me on! It was sooo great! And of course while I wanted to finish....I had a little time goal in the back of my head... 2 1/2 hours. I had done 20 km two weeks prior during training in 2 1/2 hours and yesterday I did my 21km in 2:25:37 (and screw that gun time...this is chip time - took my long enough to get from the back of the pack to start the chip timer). But even the gun time was before my goal! And my legs were sore afterwards and still a little achy today but nothing stretching won't cure. BUT my baby toe on my right foot is killing me...I got a soaker and after that I guess my shoe started rubbing on my toe. Not a pretty sight...but this too will get better! Thanks for your encouragement and tips during my training to get to me to my first half marathon! Beth

 

From Greg Bond (Greg paced Mike Ovens through the 1/2 marathon as Mike is visually impaired) Vince, another good job ...... everything seems to get smoother every year. Mike was pleased with his run. We had only a few minor problems and he bettered his PB by 3 minutes, so he was very pleased. His family got to cheer him on too, so they were equally pleased. The other runners were gracious and gave us room when we needed it, but I think, with the exception of walking through a few water stations, we were not in anyone's way.

 

 

Date: Sunday May. 2, 2010 6:03 PM PT

One of the participants at the BMO Vancouver Marathon Sunday morning was Martin Parnell, a semi-retired Cochrane, Alta., resident on a mission of charity and physical endurance.

View Video at CTVbc.ca here

The organization uses sport and physical activity to help hundreds of thousands of kids, many from the most disadvantaged parts of the world, to build core development skills.

With his wife's blessing and his doctor's approval, Parnell set out on January 1 – not exactly peak jogging season.

"It was -30, it was absolutely brutal. It stayed like that for a month and a half," he said. "I had a hydration pack and several times it was frozen solid, so I had no water. That's not good."

He runs five marathons a week from Sunday to Thursday and rests for two days. Along his journey, Parnell is also visiting about 50 schools to spread awareness.

"The schools are the highlight of the whole thing. They understand what I am trying to do," he said. "Some give me 25 cents, 50 cents to help the kids. It's amazing. They are amazing."

Early on, Parnell injured a muscle in his shin. He took about two and a half weeks off to recover before forcing himself back to work by walking eight marathons.

But now he's back on his feet. If he completes his quest, he will have run 10,550 kilometres this year – the equivalent of climbing Mount Everest five times.

He's got a long way to go, and so does his fundraising drive. Parnell says he's raised $22,000 so far.

"I sure want to increase that number," he said. "It's a huge positive thing for the kids."

More information is available at Parnell's website.

With a report from CTV British Columbia's Leah Hendry

Coach by:
Buddy Green

This summer I’m offering the opportunity for kids to keep active and stay in shape while learning the fundamentals of the sport of triathlon. There will be either two or three practices per week depending what level your child is (junior or senior level). Registration is until May 31st and there will be a maximum of 15 participants.
Just like last year, once all registrations are received, I will communicate with the parents about a Kids of Steel Race which I will be travelling to as well as a coach for the participants.

The program will run for 8 consecutive weeks starting July 5th and ending August 27.
Once all the registrations are received, I will be sending out more information about a little contest for all kids to participate in. A Team Name and Team Logo will be created by the participants. T-shirts will be made for the kids to wear for practices and races. The winner will get a free T-shirt!

Equipment Needed:
-Bike
-Helmet
-Proper Running Shoes
-Bathing suit and goggles

Practices:
Junior-Monday (Delki Dozzi Track) and Wednesday (Laurentian Beach) 4:00-5:00pm
Senior-Monday (Delki Dozzi Track) and Wednesday Laurentian Beach) 4:00-5:00pm
Friday 4:00-5:30pm (Alternating between locations)
Registration Fee:
Junior-$130
Senior $160

If you are not sure what group your child should be in please feel free to discuss it with me first before registering.
Please make cheques payable to: Buddy Green
Please fill out the Registration Form by the May 31st Deadline.
buddy.green@sudbury.ymca.ca

Buddy H. Green
YMCA Sudbury
Personal Trainer/Professional Triathlete
(705)673-9136 X2132
(705)665-8109
buddy.green@sudbury.ymca.ca