CARISBROOKE CLASSIC RACE REPORT - 1 APRIL 2007
On the first of April, no-one was fooled. We were at the Harry Bowey reserve enjoying a cross country run / walk over varying terrain and supporting a worthwhile cause. For the race director, who was unable to run, conditions were ideal, but for some of the runners it was hot, as many were keen to tell me and, judging by the look on their faces and with sweat pouring off of them, I would have to agree. Jason Pickett, who blitzed the field, winning the 10km by a clear margin, said that he really enjoyed the course, saying that it was good in the shady areas but hot out in the open.
Thanks to a great number of the Step into Life people from the Golden Grove and Campbelltown divisions we had a good number of participants. They certainly add colour to our events and helped us raise about $1300, which is significantly more than we have raised in the past at Carisbrooke. Many people raised funds with Rosinska Maja raising $100 as the highest fundraiser.
To refresh peoples memory, the first Carisbrooke Classic, which was the 10/25km event was run in 2000, with Phil Essam as race director. He introduced the Children’s section so his daughter could participate in a race. I am very happy to continue with the children’s section. He found one of the few ways of getting out of continuing to direct an event, namely moving interstate. Since then we have changed the distances, date and starting venue. This year was the third running of the event as a 5/10km and the second from the Harry Bowey reserve. All present agree that it is a great place to start and finish an event. Next year we plan to have a BBQ available for people at the finish.
It is a great pleasure to direct the event as the family of Melissa White, who act as course marshals and drink station attendants, are most appreciative of our efforts in raising funds for the Melissa White Laboratory, which does research for leukaemia. Melissa died of that dreaded disease when she was just 22 months old. Since then we have witnessed the development of their son, who is now 4 years old and was a real character as he helped Andrea, his mother, at the presentation ceremony. Andy Ryder, a friend of the Whites, is also a big help for the event. I also thank Bob Raphael, managing director of the Salisbury North Football and Community Club, for continuing their excellent sponsorship for the event. Joggers World supplied two shoe vouchers as random draw prizes.
The select group of helpers from SARRC did a great job at the start and finish. I thank them and Kathy for arranging their attendance.
Checking through the results, it is pleasing to note a number of families getting involved. I personally am very pleased with the number of Sunday Stayers, who gave up their long run, many of whom are training for the Gold Coast Marathon in July, to support the event.
A number of records were set. In the 5km Paul Cameron walked his way to a record and in the 10km Jason Pickett ran 3 seconds faster than the previous record holder. The Children’s event was a real family affair, with records being set in all divisions. The first four to finish were all Moss’s followed by two Byerley’s.
The Greenwood, Towler and Kennealy families were also well represented, with our youngest participant the two year old Rebekah Child embarking on her running career. We farewell Shaun Moss as he enters his teens and we thank him for supporting these events over the years. It is also going to be interesting to watch the progress of the other young champions.
John Twartz
Race Director
P.S. Some participants with these modern gadgets think that the distance is longer than it should be. By next year Ian Roberts and I hope to have it measured to AIMS standard to end the discussion. By the way, their measurements varied by over 400 metres. So far the course has been measured to Charade standards.
On the first of April, no-one was fooled. We were at the Harry Bowey reserve enjoying a cross country run / walk over varying terrain and supporting a worthwhile cause. For the race director, who was unable to run, conditions were ideal, but for some of the runners it was hot, as many were keen to tell me and, judging by the look on their faces and with sweat pouring off of them, I would have to agree. Jason Pickett, who blitzed the field, winning the 10km by a clear margin, said that he really enjoyed the course, saying that it was good in the shady areas but hot out in the open.
Thanks to a great number of the Step into Life people from the Golden Grove and Campbelltown divisions we had a good number of participants. They certainly add colour to our events and helped us raise about $1300, which is significantly more than we have raised in the past at Carisbrooke. Many people raised funds with Rosinska Maja raising $100 as the highest fundraiser.
To refresh peoples memory, the first Carisbrooke Classic, which was the 10/25km event was run in 2000, with Phil Essam as race director. He introduced the Children’s section so his daughter could participate in a race. I am very happy to continue with the children’s section. He found one of the few ways of getting out of continuing to direct an event, namely moving interstate. Since then we have changed the distances, date and starting venue. This year was the third running of the event as a 5/10km and the second from the Harry Bowey reserve. All present agree that it is a great place to start and finish an event. Next year we plan to have a BBQ available for people at the finish.
It is a great pleasure to direct the event as the family of Melissa White, who act as course marshals and drink station attendants, are most appreciative of our efforts in raising funds for the Melissa White Laboratory, which does research for leukaemia. Melissa died of that dreaded disease when she was just 22 months old. Since then we have witnessed the development of their son, who is now 4 years old and was a real character as he helped Andrea, his mother, at the presentation ceremony. Andy Ryder, a friend of the Whites, is also a big help for the event. I also thank Bob Raphael, managing director of the Salisbury North Football and Community Club, for continuing their excellent sponsorship for the event. Joggers World supplied two shoe vouchers as random draw prizes.
The select group of helpers from SARRC did a great job at the start and finish. I thank them and Kathy for arranging their attendance.
Checking through the results, it is pleasing to note a number of families getting involved. I personally am very pleased with the number of Sunday Stayers, who gave up their long run, many of whom are training for the Gold Coast Marathon in July, to support the event.
A number of records were set. In the 5km Paul Cameron walked his way to a record and in the 10km Jason Pickett ran 3 seconds faster than the previous record holder. The Children’s event was a real family affair, with records being set in all divisions. The first four to finish were all Moss’s followed by two Byerley’s.
The Greenwood, Towler and Kennealy families were also well represented, with our youngest participant the two year old Rebekah Child embarking on her running career. We farewell Shaun Moss as he enters his teens and we thank him for supporting these events over the years. It is also going to be interesting to watch the progress of the other young champions.
John Twartz
Race Director
P.S. Some participants with these modern gadgets think that the distance is longer than it should be. By next year Ian Roberts and I hope to have it measured to AIMS standard to end the discussion. By the way, their measurements varied by over 400 metres. So far the course has been measured to Charade standards.
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