The Springfield Road Runner’s Club (SRRC) Triple Crown is back for its third year, and this motivating event has grown in popularity.  In 2008, we had 13 runners, and in 2009, we had 27.  The Triple Crown Challenge was created to motivate Abe’s Army participants to move to the next level in their running experience.  Many people have taken on the challenge and found they enjoyed running longer distances and the continued camaraderie and personal success that goes with it.  The SRRC hopes you will give it a try! 

HISTORY:  The Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing consists of three races for three-year-old thoroughbred horses:  The Kentucky Derby (2.01 km), Preakness Stakes (1.91 km), and Belmont Stakes (2.41 km). Winning all three of these thoroughbred horse races is considered the greatest accomplishment of a thoroughbred racehorse.

Based on this illustrious history, the SRRC has developed its own Triple Crown.

The rules are simple…

1) You must be an Abe’s Army participant.  You can be a new or returning participant or leader.

2) You must have completed the 2010 Abe’s Amble (10K/6.2 miles).

3) You must complete the 2010 Shoreline Classic (15K/9.3 miles) and be running it for the first time.

4) You must complete the 2010 Frostbite Classic (10 miles) and be running it for the first time.

After completing all three races, each individual will receive a t-shirt, and a chance to win a drawing for additional prizes.  Want to give it a try?

1. Between now and November 1, 2010, you need to let us know that you are completing or hoping to complete the above-mentioned races.  The BEST way to do this is to JOIN our new facebook page: The SRRC Triple Crown Challenge.   
2. For those of you who do not have a facebook page, please contact Linda Castor (2010 Director) by email at linda.castor@yahoo.com. 
3. Linda will need the following information:  Name, DOB (kept private and only seen by the TCC committee), telephone number, e-mail address, and t-shirt size.   
4. In order to become a full-fledged, Triple Crown participant, you must complete the above-mentioned races AND submit your race times to Linda, either through facebook or email at: linda.castor@yahoo.com.

To download a registration form click here.

Entry Fee
$20.00 thru August 31, 2010
$19.00 for members of the SRRC (if registered by August 31, 2010)
$10.00 for all kids 10 and under
$25.00 after August 31, 2010

*** Must register by August 31, 2010 to be guaranteed a T-shirt

For additional information contact Mason District Hospital @ (309) 543-8159 or ppr@masondistricthospital.org

Please visit http://www.shorelineclassic.com/raceregistration.php for all the info you need regarding the Shoreline Classic and to register.

Online registration is available at www.signmeupsports.com. There is a $5.00 discount for on-line registrations.

About the Race
The Shoreline Classic is the premier Road Race in downstate Illinois. This event draws hundreds of runners and spectators from across the state of Illinois. The race provides both a competitive and recreational event for athletes while promoting the value of living a healthy lifestyle. The 5K and 15K races are run along the shores of beautiful Lake Decatur in a colorful fall setting. The 5K race offers runners a fast course, while the 15K features a rolling terrain.

Lodging/Special Room Rates
Special Room Rate of $75/night offered at Country Inn & Suites for Shoreline Classic participants. Deadline for the rate is September 1st with a 24 hour cancellation policy. Located at 5250 Hickory Point Frontage Road, (Near HWY 51 & I-72). Phone (217) 872-2402.

Kroger Post Race Party
The Kroger Post Race Prty will feature food, energy drinks, music, and awards ceremony. Enjoy a range of different food items including sandwiches, fruit, and specialty items from Ray’s Chilli.

Time Limits
In an effort to work with the community, we have to enforce a 12 minute/mile pace on the 15K course only. This translates to an approximate time of 1:50:00.

Special Thanks…
The Shoreline Classic would like to give special thanks to the community of Decatur, Decatur Park District, Decatur Park Police, Decatur Auxiliary Police, St. Mary’s Hospital EMS System and all of our volunteers and sponsors!

This is a Springdield Road Runners Cluc points series race.

Click here for additional info and a paper application.

DATE

Sunday, November 7, 2010 @ 11:00 AM CST

FEES- Paper Applications

$23.00 prior to November 4. The fee increases to $25.00 then & after thru race day.  $1.00 discount for members of: SRRL, LRC, IVS, & SRRC

FEES- On-line Registration

$23.00 prior to November 6. $1.00 discount for members of: SRRL, LRC, IVS, & SRRC

http://www.active.com/running/utica-il/canal-connection-xxviii-2010

RACE DAY REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP

Registration and packet pick-up will be at the elementary school in Utica, IL from 8:15 AM to 10:30 AM the day of the race. All runners must register/check-in at the school in Utica. The school is located at 248 W. Canal Street in Utica.

RACE BONUS

A newly designed sweatshirt will be available to all paid registrants

MISCELLANEOUS

Bandits, dogs, wheeled vehicles, strollers and/or headsets will not be available. Showers will not be available at the school.

For additional information on Canal Connection XXVIII, please visit http://www.starvedrockrunners.org/canalconnection.asp

As a follow-up to the article about Power Walking in August’s issue of FootTrails, Springfield Power Walkers is now on Facebook. Springfield Power Walker is a new group that is making it’s debut this year with Abe’s Army.  Springfield Power Walkers are NOT Race Walkers. They are a group, for whatever reasons, whose bodies/joints will no longer tolerate the “pounding” associated with running. Springfield Power Walkers can be a support group for runners with injuries who want to be out there doing something while they heal.  This can also be a great place to start for individuals wanting to become runners during the year when Abe’s Army isn’t in session.

Stop by and check out Springfield Power Walkers on Facebook. You’ll be glad you did!

Download 2010 Scholarship Form

[Check Out the Blog]
During April and about half of May, we will meet at the Washington Park pavilion at 5:30 pm. Then in May, we will switch to having track work-outs at the Sacred Heart-Griffin Track.

The purpose of the Wednesday night work-outs is to get faster. This doesn’t mean that you need to be a fast runner to come. Our group is made up of runners who run anywhere from a 5:00 mile to a 13:00 mile. Everyone just comes and runs the work-out at the pace that is right for him/her. It is really a fun, friendly group. Plus, it is so much easier to finish a tough work-out if you’re part of a group!!

Anyway, I’m looking forward to a great year!! Check the blog frequently for additional information.

#1- July 17- SRRC Golf Outing @ Long Bridge Golf Course with a shotgun start @ 3:00 PM

#2- August 14- Cubs v Cards bus trip to St. Louis @ 3:10 PM

#3- October 2- SRRC Picnic @ Tom Madonia Park East with time TBD

For additional information, please visit the SRRC Social blog or you can e-mail Patty at pmschaef23@hotmail.com.

What is Summer Wits you ask? Basically, it’s a spin-off from the HalfWits group, organized by Kimee Armour, Jessica Larson, and Linda Castor. It is for anyone who needs to train for a fall 2010 Marathon. We decided to follow Hal Higdon’s 18-week comprehensive Novice 2 Guide, tweaked with advice from our local top athletes and sprinkled with a wish-desire on our part to have at least a couple of 20 or 20+ mileage runs in before attempting our first Marathon in Chicago on 10-10-10. Our schedule accommodates leaders in Abe’s Army, so one of the rest days is Tuesday, instead of Monday.

For more information, check out the Summer Wits blog.

Tuesday, July 20th
Wednesday, August 11th

The event is free and open to kids of all ages. There is not a limit to the number of events a kid may enter. Pre-registration is helpful but not required. To pre-register, e-mail Jack at jb2541@hotmail.com.

Registration/Bib number pick-up on the day of the event will take place from 5:30 PM to 5:50 PM with the first event set to start at 6:00 PM. First name and age on event date is all that will be needed when registering.

Below is the list of events and the order in which they will be ran.

50 meters for those 3 & under
400 meters
100 meters
Relay
200 meters

An event like this can’t take place without the help of volunteers. Please e-mail Jack at jb2541@hotmail.com if you like to volunteer with either/both of these events.