The Hangover Handicap will take place on Thursday January 1st. at Veterans Park, at 9:00 (nine) AM.
Be there or be square!
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Linkville Lopers
The Linkville Lopers need you! Come out to the Reindeer Romp on Saturday, 10 AM. Bring a gift or cash donation (proceeds will be donated to a worthy cause), and meet the club members. Plus you get to run a 5k in the snow! Fun!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Radio Silence
Hi all. Sorry that it has been quiet over here and that neither Coach Bailey, nor I have been out to run with you all. I am planning to coming out today, Thursday. I hope that running has been going well, and that you are keeping at it.
The Snowflake mile was a great success. Good job Brittney. For those of you who don't know, she sat, stood and shivered the day, handing out packets and registering late entries at Veteran's Park before the race started. Thanks to all who ran as well. It was a great year to participate as there was no snow and the temperature hovered just under freezing.
Another thing that has been keeping Coach Bailey and me busy is the Linkville Loper's Running Club. Because of them, we are able to put on races such as the Snowflake mile, the Turkey Trot, and even the Crater Lake Rim Runs. The club almost disbanded this year, after thirty some odd years of operation. We have been working toward making it a viable and vital club again, and lending a hand to help the people who have been hosting these runs for years and years. They needed some help, and hopefully, we can provide that. I urge you all to become members of the Loper's. The cost for students is only $5 per year. That money goes toward insurance for races mostly. Without the insurance, no races. Also, if you don't feel like racing, volunteer. Trust me, you feel great after helping out.
And speaking of races, the Reindeer Romp will be December 20th at 10 AM at Moore Park. The start will be staggered based on what times people think that they might run. So, in theory, everyone should be finishing together. It will be a 5k.
The Snowflake mile was a great success. Good job Brittney. For those of you who don't know, she sat, stood and shivered the day, handing out packets and registering late entries at Veteran's Park before the race started. Thanks to all who ran as well. It was a great year to participate as there was no snow and the temperature hovered just under freezing.
Another thing that has been keeping Coach Bailey and me busy is the Linkville Loper's Running Club. Because of them, we are able to put on races such as the Snowflake mile, the Turkey Trot, and even the Crater Lake Rim Runs. The club almost disbanded this year, after thirty some odd years of operation. We have been working toward making it a viable and vital club again, and lending a hand to help the people who have been hosting these runs for years and years. They needed some help, and hopefully, we can provide that. I urge you all to become members of the Loper's. The cost for students is only $5 per year. That money goes toward insurance for races mostly. Without the insurance, no races. Also, if you don't feel like racing, volunteer. Trust me, you feel great after helping out.
And speaking of races, the Reindeer Romp will be December 20th at 10 AM at Moore Park. The start will be staggered based on what times people think that they might run. So, in theory, everyone should be finishing together. It will be a 5k.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Turkey Trot 5K
Just because cross country is over doesn't mean you have to quit racing. The next local road race is the Turkey Trot 5K . The race starts at 10:00 am, Saturday November 29th at Moore Park. This fun run has a small twist. The fastest person may not be the winner, but the one who predicts his finishing time the closest will have that honor. The entry fee is simply a child's Christmas gift (labeled boy or girl). I hope to see you there.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Movie night review.
All in all, I liked the movie. The audience was a bit rowdy through parts, but overall, I think that they liked it.
Thanks for coming over, all. I had a great time and wanted to go for a run as soon as the movie ended. As it turned out, I went for a run the next day. It was great. I will try to be there on Monday, but we will have to see what my schedule looks like.
What is next? Let us know what you want to do. This is your club!
Thanks again.
-CS
Thanks for coming over, all. I had a great time and wanted to go for a run as soon as the movie ended. As it turned out, I went for a run the next day. It was great. I will try to be there on Monday, but we will have to see what my schedule looks like.
What is next? Let us know what you want to do. This is your club!
Thanks again.
-CS
Monday, November 17, 2008
Movie Night!
Who wants to watch a movie Friday night?
Let's meet up at my house, 505 Pacific Terrace (just up the street from Coach Bailey), go for a run, then watch a movie and eat some pizza.
During the movie, we would like to meet with you individually to discuss goals, long term and short, and help you set up an online running log at MapMyRun.com. Speaking of that, if you can sign up for an account before Friday, that would really speed up the process. After everyone is signed up, we will put links to your logs on the blog so that everyone can see what everyone else is doing! Here is the link to my log.
Here are directions to my house: Take the Crater Lake Parkway (Kit Carson Way/Alameda Bypass) to Pacific Terrace. We are three blocks up on the uphill side at the corner with Auburn St. It is a brick house with an enormous spruce tree in the front. There isn't any parking on Pacific Terrace, so you will have to park on Auburn, either up or down.
Bring $3 for pizza, if you can. And don't forget your running clothes!
See you there.
Let's meet up at my house, 505 Pacific Terrace (just up the street from Coach Bailey), go for a run, then watch a movie and eat some pizza.
During the movie, we would like to meet with you individually to discuss goals, long term and short, and help you set up an online running log at MapMyRun.com. Speaking of that, if you can sign up for an account before Friday, that would really speed up the process. After everyone is signed up, we will put links to your logs on the blog so that everyone can see what everyone else is doing! Here is the link to my log.
Here are directions to my house: Take the Crater Lake Parkway (Kit Carson Way/Alameda Bypass) to Pacific Terrace. We are three blocks up on the uphill side at the corner with Auburn St. It is a brick house with an enormous spruce tree in the front. There isn't any parking on Pacific Terrace, so you will have to park on Auburn, either up or down.
Bring $3 for pizza, if you can. And don't forget your running clothes!
See you there.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Rules
The first rule of Running Club is You do not talk about Running Club.
The second rule of Running Club, is You do not talk about Running Club.
The third rule of Running Club, is that we meet tomorrow at 3:30 at the tree, unless it is raining, then we will meet in the Student Entry.
The second rule of Running Club, is You do not talk about Running Club.
The third rule of Running Club, is that we meet tomorrow at 3:30 at the tree, unless it is raining, then we will meet in the Student Entry.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Poll Results
For the question, Where do you Like to Run, the Others have it. In a close second, you liked Moore Park and the Bike Path/OC&E. Thanks for voting!
Friday, November 7, 2008
Season Wrap Up
What a great season we had! I am so proud of the way you all ran and improved, worked together and cheered each other on. I am looking forward to continuing running with this great group of kids!
Thank you also for the shirt, socks, and shorts. I will be wearing them to our club meetings, though I may have to bring out the short short-shorts to ratchet up the shock and awe meter another notch (that's right, the blue ones are not even the shortest).
Good luck if you are participating in a winter sport. If you are not, we expect to see you on Wednesday. Bring your friends. We are about running, but we are also about having fun.
Thanks.
Thank you also for the shirt, socks, and shorts. I will be wearing them to our club meetings, though I may have to bring out the short short-shorts to ratchet up the shock and awe meter another notch (that's right, the blue ones are not even the shortest).
Good luck if you are participating in a winter sport. If you are not, we expect to see you on Wednesday. Bring your friends. We are about running, but we are also about having fun.
Thanks.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Two Things
1.) We are planning on having our first meeting of the Mazama Running Club on Wedensday the 12th of November at 3:30. That is next Wednesday. We will meet out by the tree if it is nice, or if it is blustery, rainy or snowy, we will meet in the Student Entry (by the trainer's office).
2.) Thanks for responding to the poll. If you choose "Other" as your favorite running place, please leave a comment telling us where that is. You can be as specific or general as you like. Inquiring minds want to know.
3.) (Okay, I lied, there are three things). Think of runs and places that you would like to run. Of course, with the snow already falling, our options may be limited.
2.) Thanks for responding to the poll. If you choose "Other" as your favorite running place, please leave a comment telling us where that is. You can be as specific or general as you like. Inquiring minds want to know.
3.) (Okay, I lied, there are three things). Think of runs and places that you would like to run. Of course, with the snow already falling, our options may be limited.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Awards Banquet
The awards banquet has finally been announced: Thursday November 6th at 6:00 PM. We will meet in the gym with all the other fall sports, do conference awards, recognize seniors, etc. with them, then break off to have awards with just our team and parents.
We are looking forward to seeing you there.
We are looking forward to seeing you there.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Poll Results
The Choosing a New Captain poll is closed and the winner, with 8 votes is Steve Prefontaine. Congratulations Steve. We hope that you are a good captain.
Other vote getters: Kara Goucher, 1 (Great Job at the New York City Marathon this weekend!) (and here is a short interview from Runner's World); Ryan Hall with 2 votes; and Galen Rupp with 3 votes (Great Job at the Pac-10 Championships!)
Be sure to vote in the new poll.
Other vote getters: Kara Goucher, 1 (Great Job at the New York City Marathon this weekend!) (and here is a short interview from Runner's World); Ryan Hall with 2 votes; and Galen Rupp with 3 votes (Great Job at the Pac-10 Championships!)
Be sure to vote in the new poll.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
State Meet Trip
Congrats to Kirby, Sara and Stephanie. Three solid runners who ran each ran solid races.
Here are results from Athletic.net and here is the OSAA's website. We coaches hope that you all had a great time. Next year, let's take a the whole team! (That would just about fill up Track Town Pizza).
Take a week or so off from running. Let those little injuries and micro-tears heal up. We haven't yet decided on a day to meet up, but it will be some time in November. We have some great runs planned and welcome suggestions from you (don't be afraid to use the "Comments".
As of now, our running club is open to everyone. The more the merrier, I say. Get your friends out there. Tell them how much fun XC was and how great it will be in the future. We need to build a good mileage base for the track season, and that can best be done by running. And maybe a little cross training. A good pasta dinner never hurt either...
(Did I put enough links in this post?)
Rest. Take a week off, maybe two. Then let's get back to it.
Here are results from Athletic.net and here is the OSAA's website. We coaches hope that you all had a great time. Next year, let's take a the whole team! (That would just about fill up Track Town Pizza).
Take a week or so off from running. Let those little injuries and micro-tears heal up. We haven't yet decided on a day to meet up, but it will be some time in November. We have some great runs planned and welcome suggestions from you (don't be afraid to use the "Comments".
As of now, our running club is open to everyone. The more the merrier, I say. Get your friends out there. Tell them how much fun XC was and how great it will be in the future. We need to build a good mileage base for the track season, and that can best be done by running. And maybe a little cross training. A good pasta dinner never hurt either...
(Did I put enough links in this post?)
Rest. Take a week off, maybe two. Then let's get back to it.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Almost There
The season is almost over: Good luck Kirby, Sara, and Stephanie at the State Meet!
We had a great season with some great performances and great attitudes. Coach Bailey and I feel that this has been the team that most behaved like a Team.
Congratulations to our new captains, Nathan, Hayden, Sara, and Shayma. Your jobs start today (technically yesterday). We are looking forward to working with you.
And thank you to our current captains, Brittney, Sara, Jason, and Andrew. We will still need your help over the rest of the school year.
Thanks for a great season!
We had a great season with some great performances and great attitudes. Coach Bailey and I feel that this has been the team that most behaved like a Team.
Congratulations to our new captains, Nathan, Hayden, Sara, and Shayma. Your jobs start today (technically yesterday). We are looking forward to working with you.
And thank you to our current captains, Brittney, Sara, Jason, and Andrew. We will still need your help over the rest of the school year.
Thanks for a great season!
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Great Job
Good job, team. For the most part, you all put forth a great effort. We even had some all time PRs today. That really is amazing on a course which is not the fastest course.
We will meet on Monday at the tree to turn in uniforms, vote for captains, and talk more about Running Club.
Congratulations Kirby, Sara and Stephanie! On to state!
We will meet on Monday at the tree to turn in uniforms, vote for captains, and talk more about Running Club.
Congratulations Kirby, Sara and Stephanie! On to state!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Tomorrow Is the Day!
Good luck to everyone tomorrow! If you are reading this tonight, please go to bed and get some sleep. You will need your rest to run your best.
If you are reading this in the morning, I will see you at the race at 10:45.
If you are reading this in the morning, I will see you at the race at 10:45.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Who is that?
Is that really Coach Sparks running a 5k on the track? Who is that? Offering one candy bar for whoever knows who that is.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
A Slow Start
Thank you all for the wonderful comments! We are off to a slow start, but it is still cross country season.
Keep checking this space (or better yet, subscribe to it) because we will be announcing the times and dates of our first post cross country season running rendezvous. That will most likely be the the week of November 10.
We are looking forward to seeing all of you who aren't participating in a winter sport. We have some special events planned (or at least discussed). And are excited to continue running with you (given that we aren't still injured -cross your fingers).
Please leave comments, concerns, ideas, whatever you want to say.
Go Viks!
Keep checking this space (or better yet, subscribe to it) because we will be announcing the times and dates of our first post cross country season running rendezvous. That will most likely be the the week of November 10.
We are looking forward to seeing all of you who aren't participating in a winter sport. We have some special events planned (or at least discussed). And are excited to continue running with you (given that we aren't still injured -cross your fingers).
Please leave comments, concerns, ideas, whatever you want to say.
Go Viks!
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