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Snowy Freezer 5 EnlistsW h e a t o n P l o w A s" P a c e C a r "

The Freezer 5 Miler enlisted Brian Wheaton and his

pick-up with a plow as the pace car lor the annual winter eventFebmarv' 18. It had to move riglil along to stay ahead of winnerDave Mitzi, who traversed the course in a quick 27:22. Milziwas followed by Tom Church in 28:22 and lliird place finisherGreg Diamond, (winner of the Freezer 5K) in 30:33.

The women's field was led by Barbara Brittan (whoalso won the Freezer 5K), 35:22, Diane Corr>'cddu, 37:36, andLeah Begg, 39:42.

Brian Wheaton was named most appreciated volunteer for bringing the firewood to keep the picnic shelter "coz>'."He shares the honors with Rich Nash, who brought wood for theeven colder Freezer 5K and Fred Reger who added much-appreciated propane heaters for the Februaiv 4th event.

See inside for lull race results and details of the two

frigid festivities.

(Photo, left, by .Joanna S'a.th)Wiimers of the Freezer 5 Miler line u]i withtheir trophies, lell to right: Leah Begg, 3rdplace woman, Diane Con'veddu, 2nd placewoman, and Barbara Brittan, overall women'schamp, Tom Church, 2nd place overall finisherand overall winner Dave Mitzi. Missing fromthe picture is Clreg Diamond, overall 3rd placefi n i s h e r.

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News of TlUiC winners atN Y J U i C i n s i d e .r . ^ 7U 7Letters, stories and

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i n s i d e T h i s I s s u e :Race Flyers of Upcoming Races.Mar. 17 St. Patrick's Day 2M & 5MMar. 31 Madders & Grunters 5K

Apr. 27 Sybil Ludington 50K & relayApr. 28 Alcohol FTee Footrace 2M & 5MMay 11 5K Bridge Run, Dutchess County YMCAMay 18 Pleasantville 5KMay 19 North County News lOKJ u n e 2 L i n c o l n H a l l 5 M

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TACONIC RUNNING LIFE is Ihc oITicial publit;ationof the Taconic Road Runners Club, Inc. Publication isbimonthly and is intended for distribution to clubmembers at no charge. Club officers and Chairpersonsinc lude:Pres ident Ed McLaughlin 6 6 6 - 8 7 1 2

V . P . Steve Quinn 6 2 8 - 0 6 4 8T r e a s u r e r R i ch Adamsk i 5 2 8 - 8 4 5 7

Secrelaiy Joanna Nash 2 4 8 - 6 6 6 6

R a c e C o o r d . R i c l i N a s h 2 4 8 - 6 6 6 6

Publicity Joe Porcaro 5 2 6 - 3 5 2 4

Mailing Lairy & Mary Lcnahan 6 2 8 - 6 2 2 9

Advertising Steve Quinn 6 2 8 - 0 6 4 8

Membership Greg Diamond 5 2 8 - 2 2 5 1

Equip Mgr. Rich Nash 2 4 8 - 6 6 6 6Vol. Coord. Vincent Ju l iano 2 4 5 - 3 4 7 2

T R L E d i t o r Katy D. Quinn 6 2 8 - 0 6 4 8Women 's Team L e e S a r o k e n 6 6 6 - 8 7 1 2Men's Team Sco t t Abc rc romb ie 7 3 7 - 0 8 7 2

P res i den t s Emer i t us :1976-86 Dan CalTrcy (founder)1 9 8 6 - 8 8 O w e n M c C i T i d d e n1 9 8 9 - 9 0 . l o h n I l a l l i n a n1 9 9 0 - 9 1 E d M c L a u g h l i n1 9 9 2 - 9 d V r c d E o c h f e l m

T R R C T A C N u m b e r : 0 7 9 9TRRC HOTLINE: (914) 923-4665Taconic Running Life welcomes contributions frommembers for publication. Word Peifecl 6.1 forWindows and Aldus Pageniaker 4.0 for Windows (IBMcompatible) are used in publishing the newsleller. Ifpossible, please submit material on discs in foiTnats thatcan be converted to citber WordPerfect or Pagemaker.If this is not possible, send printed submissions andphotos toKaty D. Quimi, 43 Rodcris Drive, Mahopac, NY 10541

Tel. (914)628-0648FAX (914) 621-5866

or via America On-Line: SQuimi43@AOL.Com

F a c t a n o n v e r b a

P R E S I D E N T ' SC O L U M N

This isn't news -t h e w i n t e r o f 1 9 9 5 - 9 6 h a s b e e n

the worst season for nimiing inmany vears. As a consequence,many of us have had the unpleasant experience of increasingpoundage and decreasing mileage.But fear nt)t, relief is in sight. The sure cure for the winter bluesis coming. Of course Em rcfemng to Sybil. It's time to stailthinking about a nice, wann Spring marathon. Some placescenic: like Boston or Burlington or Long Island, or maybeCamiel (not the one by-thc-sea, the one by Lake Glcnida.)T h i n k a b o u t i t .

The St. Patrick's Dayraces will once again benefitfrom the generous support of theline folks at AERLINGUS. Support your club and come to FDRi'ark. Run the race... and...maybe,win a trip for two to Ireland.Remember, if you're not running - volunteer - it's I'eal easy,.lust call Bob Davis at 941 -4311,

tir nic at 666-8712, but please dtin't wait until race day, wc needyou before that.

On Febrtiaiy lOlh, a contingent of 24 Taconics attended the NYRRC Cltib Nile Awards banquet. We witnessedthe highlight of the niglil, the crowning of two Taconics asRunners of the Year in their age group, NICK CASWELL andROB BRIGLIO. Both Nick and Bob had outstanding years in1995. Nick consistently scored high in the middle and shorterdistances, while Rob tended to excell at the longer distances.Guest presenters for their awards included liw "Mr.G" Gikofskyand Mort Kail from the Gannett newspaper group.

In the team categories, Taconic walked away withthree of the seven crystal bowls to be awarded. (.)f course,Taconic captured the Mens Masters Division (40"s) led bystand-out individual award wiimers, Nick Caswell and RobBriglio, and Joe Porcaro (who was nominated foi" an age groupaward and who was presented the team bowl by his teammates.)The Mens Veterans (50"s) award was picked up by Rich Nash,Budge Huntoon, and Jack Brcnnan. Rich Nash's relentlessorganizational efforts were recognized by being presented the50's crystal bowl. Sarah Collins, Joan Deitrick, DebbieTeiranova, Tara Maguire, Lcc Sarokeii, Kate Glynn, MelanieBenvenue, and Kathleen D'Oltavio were on hand to collect theWomens "B" Division award. ' I 'he Women's team bowl wentto Lee Saroken as she was recognized for her outstanding teamleadership, iirepressible enthusiasm, and consistent performances. Kate and Melanie were also honored with individual

age group nominations.NOTICE: Taconic Club T-shirts arc again available.

We have the forest green short sleeve shirts for $8, and the greylong sleeve shirts for $10. See Lee at any of the TIU^C racesor club meetings, or call 666-8712.

Tacon ic Road Runners C lub 1996 Race Schedu le

Apr. 21

Apr. 27

Apr. 28

May 12

May 18

May 19

Aug. 11

Sept. 8

Sept. 8

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2M/10K St. Patrick's Day RacesFDR Park, Yorktown, NY

5M Mudders & Grunters Cross CountryFDR Park, Yorktown, NY

5M Rye Derby, Rye, NY

50K Sybil Ludington Run/Relay, Carmel, NY

Alcohol Free Footrace - 2M & 5M

5K Mother's Day (Women Only)FDR Park, Yorktown, NY

Pleasantv i l le Gazebo

lOK North County NewsYorktown, NY

5M Lincoln Hall, Somers, NY

8M Putnam County Classic, Mahopac, NY

Taconic Biathlon (5K Run, 1/2 M Swim)Sycamore Park, Mahopac, NY

Phelps Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Bob Davis: (914)941-4311JimWhalen: (914)941-2676

Owen McCrudden: (914)923-4665Steve Quinn; (914)628-0648

Myles O'Rhodes: (914)666-8712

David Farquhar: (914)666-5654

John Hallinan:(914) 739-2268

LeeSaroken: (914)666-8712Nancy Young: (914) 528-2251

Pleasantville Rec. Ctr. (914) 769-7950Bob Cooney(914) 769-7859

Doug Miller: (914)962-1402Roger Cocking: (914) 245-5135

Rich & Joanna Nash: (914) 248-6666

Myles O'Rhodes: (914) 666-8712Fred Reger & Bob Daubenbis

Larry Lenahan: (914)628-6229

Myles O'Rhodes: (914) 666-8712

7K Teatown Reservation Ramble (X-Country)Ossining, NY

3 M S h a r e - A - W a l kFDR Park, Yorktown. NY

Age Group Cross Country # 1Route 202, Yorktown, NY

1/4M Columbus Day Races for ChildrenDePew Park, Peekskill, NY

Age Group Cross Country #2Somers H.S., Somers, NY

Women's Distance Festival Classic(Women only), Yorktown, NY

Age Group Cross Country #3Blue Mt. Reservation, Peekskill, NY

3 X 3M (Women) & 4 X 3M (Men) X/C RelayBlue Mountain Reservation, Peekskill, NY

2 X 5K Couples RelayBlue Mt. Reservation, Peekskill. NY

LeeSaroken: (914)666-8712Debra Terranova: (914) 245-9629Scott Abercrombie: (914) 737-0872

Rich Adamski: (914) 528-8457KatyD. Quinn: (914)628-0648

GeneCadman: (914)245-6225John Hallinan: (914)739-2268

Scott Abercrombie: (914) 737-0872John Hallinan: (914) 739)2268

GeneCadman: (914)245-6225John Hallinan: (914)739-2268

LeeSaroken: (914)666-8712Joanna Nash: (914)248-6666

Gene Cadman: (914) 245-6225John Hallinan: (914)739-2268

DaveO'Toole: (914)923-4665

Steve Calidonna: (914) 923-4665

"There is^ by God^s grace,an immeasurable distance between late and too late,"

-Anne Swetchn ine

Mark your calendar now.Don ' t be " t oo l a te " f o r t he races !

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Taconic Road Runners ClubP r e s e n t s

St. Patrick's Day Road Races^ Sunday, March 17,1996F D R S t a t e P a r k

2 R O U N D T R I P T I C K E T S T O I R E L A N D

Compliments of Aer LingusA n d o t h e r R a f fl e P r i z e s

Awarded by Drawing - All Finishers EligiblePost Race Ref reshments and Mus ic

TRRC Hotline (914) 923-4665Race Directors: Bob O'Davis (914) 941-4311 & Jim Whalen (914) 941-2676

R a c e # ]10 A.M. - 2 Mile Fun RunRibbons to all finishers.

ARace #2

10:45 A.M. - lOK ChampionshipAwards to Age Group Winners

Entry Fees: *Pre-register - $6.00 TRRC Member $8.00 Non-Member (no refunds) jjHlffl*HATS TO ALL PRE-REGISTERED!!! || | | | |*Family pre-registered $25 maximum (be sure to include separate entry formfor each entry - then clip family forms together.

R a c e d a y - $ 1 0 . 0 0 J j H MChecks payable to TRRC. P.O. Box 99. Baldwin Place. NY 10505

Directions from NYC: Taconic State Pkwy North to FDR Park Exit - parking lot #1 is first lot on the left.

$8.00 Non-Member (no refunds) m i( O u m M t i c i M j x M a c i

TRRC - St Patrick's Day Races - March 17. 1996 □iM □lOK Bib No.N a m e :

A d d r e s s :

Age on race day: B i r t h d a t e : / /

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( s t r e e t ) ( c i t y ) ( s t a t e ) ( z i p ) ( c i r c l e )Waiver - to be signed if over 18. Parent's signature if under 18.; I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enterand run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete therun. I assume all risks associated with running in this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of theweather, including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read thiswaiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive andrelease the Taconic Road Runners Club, and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out ofmy participation in this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. Igrant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimatepurpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates or blades, animals, and radio headsets are not allowed in the race and Iwill abide by this guideline.

Signature: Parent Signature if <18;

Checks payable to TRRC, P.O. Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY 10505' Dptional: Membership in Taconic Road Runners Club: Family ($25) .Individual ($15) Student (<19) $10

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Yorkiown Heights, NY W59HFebruarys. 1996

M r . J o h n H a l l i n a n

BOCES Walden School. BOCES Drive

Yorktwon Heights, NY 1059HD e a r M r . H a l l i n a n :

I would like to thank you and the Taconic RoadRunners Club for sponsoring the Age-Group Cross Covnttymeet every Fall. I love running and look forward to the crosscountry meets each year.

This year, I won the .series jacket and I feel very proudand very thankful. I am so glad you believe in kids like me, andI urn very thankful and grateful for your dedication and greatspirit on those chilly Fall mornings.

I appreciate everything you have dorre for the futureRunrrers of America.

Gr-ateftdly yours.

Apartmerrt 2AHastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706

The ManagerAer Lingus122 Ea .s t 42nd S t ree t

New York, NY 10168

D e a r S i r :

I want to thank you so much for your gift to theTaconic Road Runners Club in March of '95.

At the request of rrty 10year old grandson, CraigCaruso, / joined him in Race Ul: 2-Mile Fun Run.

I left FDR Park immediately after the race due to"overheating. " and I went home to Hastings. My phone rang,ami it was Craig saying. "Grandma, your name was pulled outof the hat. " and I the recipieent of the free trip for tsvo toI r e l a n d .

I never expected that. What a beautiful .surprise onmy 70th birthday!

Last June, my husband and J went via Aer Liingus toIreland for two weeks. The staff were .so kind and gracious. Ihate flying, but I always feel very relaxed and clo.se to God onAer Lingus.

My thanks to Bob Davis and his staff at the TaconidRoad Runners Club. / hope you will grant him another freeticket next March. It sure helps draw a crowd, and it's a bigplus for Aer Lingus.

Again, many thanks and God bless you.Sincerely yours,

P.S. Myfir.sl cousin. Pat Flynn Coolock. Dublin, retired a fewyears ago, a long time employee of Aer Lingus.

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♦ T * R * R » C *Facta non Verba

When: Sunday, March 31,199610:00 A.M. (Check-in begins at 9:00 A.M.)

Where: FDR Park, Yorktown Heights, NY - Parking Lot #1How much? Pre-entry: $6.00 TRRC Member

$8.00 Non-member (No refunds)Race Day: $10.00

Course: About Five Miles of Mud and Slop, Some Hills m / iKtO tt/iuts Ct VI 0« tUfWi

A w a r d s : O v e r a l l 1 - 5 M & F 4 0 - 4 9 1 - 3 M & F1 4 - 1 8 1 M & F 5 0 - 5 9 1 - 3 M & F(no one under age 14 allowed) 60 Plus 1 M & F

Team Awards: The Mohansic Geronimo Cup will be awarded to the first place team.For more information, see officials on race day.

Race Director: Owen McCrudden: (914) 245-4830 and Steve Quinn (914) 628-0648There will be a specially designed Mudders and Grunters T-shirt available for purchase.These long-sleeved shirts will be sold for $12.00. There will only by 50 available, so getyour order in ASAP. Last year they went FAST.

Refreshments will be provided.

Detach and return with check to TRRC, P.O. Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY 10505

Mudders & Grunters - March 31,1996N a m e T e a m :

AddressS t r e e t C i t y S t a t e Z i p C o d e

S e x : M a l e F e m a l e ; A g e o n r a c e d a y B i r t h d a t e : T e l . N o .I know that running a road/cross country race Is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained.I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this eventincluding, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions ofthe road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting myentry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the laconic Road Runners Club, FDR Park, and all sponsors, theirrepresentatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out ofnegligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motionpictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates orblades, animals, and radio headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline.Please note: For safety reasons, no one under age 14 will be allowed to participate.

S i g n a t u r e D a t e P a r e n t ' s s i g n a t u r e ( i f p a r t i c i p a n t < 1 8 y e a r s o f a g e )Entry Fee: T-Shirt: $12.00 Total enclosed: If ordering T-shirt, indicate size: M L XL'i/lail appications to Taconic Road Runners Club, P.O. Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY 10505. All checks payable to TRRC.

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E l i t e R u n n e r sS h o u l d n ' tO v e r l vRes t r i c t Fa t In take

According to a study from the Nutrition Program and theSports Medicine Institute, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (Buffalo, NY) and reported in Club Industry. Jan. '96 by KathyFeeney, highly fit runners may perform better if they don't overlyrestrict fat in favor of carbohydrates.

The study measured three groups of runners' aerobic capacityand running time to exhaustion alter 7 days on the following diets:high-carbohydrate (3,500 cal/15% fat), normal (2,700 cal/24%fat)and high fat (3,500 cal./38%fat). The high-fat diet produced thegreatest aerobic capacity and longer running time, followed by thehigh-carbohydrate diets.

Researchers concluded that because the runners were alreadyphysically fit, they were better able to utilize the high-fat diet's freefatty acids as an available energy source. Past studies of the diet/aerobic capacity connection had used individuals who were not ashighly fit as those included in this study.

Fat intake in the diets of non-competitive athletes shouldnot exceed 30% of total calories. According to the authors of thisstudy, however, elite athletes should not severely restrict fat intake,because it may adversely affect their performance

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•It improves glucose metabolism. (Researchers found thatglucose uptake increases 23% after just 4 months of strengthtraining.)•It reduces body fat. (In a recent study, researchers found thatpeople who strength trained for 3 months lost 4 lbs. of fat. eventhough they upped their daily calorie intake by 15%.)•It increases gastrointestinal transmit time. (This can reducethe risk of colon cancer.)•It lowers resting blood pressure. (And when done in tandemwith aerobic exercise, it can improve blood-pressure readingseven more.)•It can improve blood lipid levels.•It can reduce low-back pain. (People who experience low-back pain report less pain after 10 weeks of strength-trainingexercises that target the lower spine.)•It can reduce the pain of arthritis.-Source: Club Industry, January 1996, page 30.

Brrrrrrrr - February 4 - The Freezer 5KBy Jerry Rudlauer

On Sunday, February 4. the New York MetropolitanArea, like most of the northern reaches of the United States, wasentrenched in a deep freeze. For most, the concerns of the dayinvolved staying home and keeping warm, while worrying aboutcostly heating bills and damaged water pipes. Early morningtemperatures hovered at around 5 degrees Fahrenheit throughoutthe region, and stiff winds accompanying the low temperaturesmade a wind chilled temperature of around -25!

While bitter cold conditions kept the great outdoorsuninhabited and serene, a curious rush of activity was brewing ati'DR State Park in Yorktown. A remarkably hearty group ofmen and women gathered for a yearly ritual organized by theTaconic Road Runners Club: "The Winter Freezer Fives Series."

Over 60 participants gathered around the registrationarea before the start of the race, eager to test their physical limitson a 5,000 meter course featuring rolling hills, slippery terrainand bone-chilling head winds over 3/4 mile on the course's backs t r e t c h .

Until the final moments before the race, it was notknown whether or not a formal race would take place, in thepast, adverse conditions converted a Freezer Fives Race from acompetition to a "Fun Run." where participants would run the

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course, but no scoring would be conducted. I lowever, on themorning of the race, the roads were only minimally slick, thanksto a diligent and skillful plowing job done by the staff at FDR.The runners expressed concern over slick road surfaces, but notthe cold weather, for this was the 1-reezer Fives Series.

Cancelling a Freezer Five race on account of cold weather wouldbe like cancelling a swim meet because of wet water!

Although traditional runner rivalries and friendlycompetition existed on race day, the feeling that predominatedon this day was testing one's perseverence against the harshelements of the day. On this day, one was not pressured intoliving up to PR standards.

In addition to the runner's stellar performances, thevolunteers need to be recognized for making this event runwithout a hitch. The volunteer core pulled together when acertain race director brought ample beverages but forgot to getcups(Duh!) Thanks for the bail-out! The spirit of selflessparticipation in running this event under trying conditions pointsout how special this club is and that the good-willed feelingsclub members have for each other and for the sport of runningare worth being nurtured. Happy running, and I hope to see youall in the Spring!

1. Greg Diamond 3 8 M 1 8 : 4 5

2_ Sclh Dencnberg 3 6 M 1 8 : 5 7

3 . Gar>' Steinel 4 3 M 1 9 : 11

4. l.ou DcGcnaro 3 8 M 1 9 : 1 9

5. P i i u l P a c e l u a n a 4 I M 1 9 : 2 2

6. M i c k M i d k i l T 5 0 M 19:417. l " r ; m k I k i i i a n 3 5 M 1 9 4 7

8. Ridi I'erykiis/. 3 9 M 1 9 : 4 8

y JefTI'urdy 4 4 M 1 9 : 5 710. R i c h N a s h 5 0 + M 2 0 : 0 8I I . Greg Savtiar I 7 M 2 0 : 2 !12. Hill Foley 3 5 M 2 0 : 3 0

13. l-'red Regcr 3 5 M 2 1 : 0 3

14. Leo Gormley 5 3 M 2 1 : 1 4

15. Jim Manning 3 5 M 2 1 : 5 0

16. J o h n Z u r o s k i 3 3 M 2 1 : 5 9

17. B r o n i s l a w C z e c h 4 7 M 2 2 : 0 4

18. B a r b a r a B r i t t a n 3 0 F 2 2 : 1 3

19. Kevin Lowry 4 9 M 2 2 : 2 9

2 0 . C a r m e l o R o l d a n 5 0 + M 2 2 : 4 0

2 1 . Gary Slruve 5 7 M 2 3 : 0 4

2 2 . V e r n o n P r o c c l l 3 1 M 2 3 . 2 2

2 3 . D e b b i e Te r r a n o v a 4 0 F 2 3 : 3 0

2 4 . D o n l . u t r i c k M 2 3 : 4 8

25. B r i a n W h c a t o n 5 0 + M 2 3 - 5 8

26. Chris Slagle 2 4 M 2 4 : 0 0

27. D e n i s c L u l r i c k F 2 4 : 0 3

2 8 B o b D a u b e n b i s 3 9 M 2 4 : 1 0

29. Frank Magrone 4 6 M 2 4 : 1 3

30. J o e l : c k h o l T 3 4 M 2 4 : 1 5

31. D o n n a C a v a l i e r i 501- 2 4 : 1 7

31. 1 larry Neeson 5 0 + M 2 4 : 2 8

32. Margie Kail 3 8 F 2 4 : 4 6

33. Jack Magrone 5 4 M 25:1134. Robert Wade 5 2 M 2 5 : 1 4

35. Chris Kennedy 4 2 F 2 5 : 2 8

36. A r t B r e u e r 5 4 M 2 5 : 3 6

37. T i m M c F n t e e I 4 M 2 5 : 5 1

38, B o b D a v i s 6 0 M 2 5 : 5 2

39. Barbara Kingsborough 44F 2 5 : 5 7

40. 1 leather Scott 3 8 F 2 6 : 0 0

41. L r i c h M i e t h n e r 4 8 M 2 6 : 0 2

4 2 John Orr M 2 6 : 0 3

4 3 . M i c h a e l M c E n t e e 4 0 M 2 6 : 2 0

44 Robert O'Malley 5 1 M 2 6 : 3 1

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f ^ L 50K (31 Mile) Road Race and^ Two-Person 50K Relay Race FACTA NON VERBASaturday, April 27, 1996Individual 5OK: 8:00 a.m. Relay: 9:00 a.m. (Check-in begins 7:00 a.m.)VFW Post 1374 (Basement) 32 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel, New York(Located Next to Chevy dealer, Rte 52, 100 yds North of Sybil Ludington Statue)Single 31 mile loop over scenic rolling Putnam County roads following the route ofSybil Ludington on her historic ride of April 26, 1777.Course will close at 2 p.m., six hours after individual start.50K: Awards in all TRRC categories. Special "Sy Mah" award for men over 60Relay: Awards to first two teams, plus first mixed (1 or 2 women) & first Masters (both40+).50K $12.00 Pre-registration $15.00 Post-registration (After April 15, 1995)Relay: $24.00 team Pre-registration, $30.00 Post-registration (After April 15, 1995)Make check payable to TRRC & mail to D. Farquhar, 2 Taylor Rd., Mt. Kisco, NY 10549Gatorade and water available at sensible intervals, you may carry additionalMen: 3:19:57 Bill Lawder (1981) Jack Bristol (1984)TRRC: 3:29:38 Tim Sturmer (1983)Women 3:55:14 Eileen Corley (1986)Two-person teams only. Limited to no more than 20 teams. No designated changeoverlocations. Runners may run any number of legs; legs may be of any length. Teams mustprovide own transportation and support (Water, gatorade, food etc.) during race. (Onlyo n e v e h i c l e p e r t e a m , p l e a s e . ) fl fi l i BAwards and Refreshments at VFW, 32 Gleneida Ave (Rte 52), Carmel, NY HHImJIOptional 1996 commemorative long sleeve T-shirts available - $10.00 MM (lui 4«r>'CiDavid Farquhar (914) 666-5654 & Anthony Galfano (914) 737-6435

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Heel Pain Relates to Tight Calves

Have you been plagued by Achilles tendon problems or plantar fasciitis (a nagging inflammation along the fibrous band running from your toes to your heels)? If so, do a wall push-up. That'swhat American Running and Fitness Association's Editorial Advisor Gary Gordon, D.P.M., suggests.

The plantar fascia connects to the Achilles, which in turn connects to the calf muscle. If yourcalves are tight, which is the case for many runners, you will put too much pressure on your Achillesor plantar fascia. This can result in pain behind or under the heel, or along the bottom of your foot.

"I had severe plantar fasciitis in 1982 and finally had to have surgery," said marathon runner,Pete Pfitzinger. "The problem started to come back when I resumed training. That's when I was toldto start stretching my calf muscles. I've never had a problem since."

To do a wall push-up, stand an arm's length from a wall, hold your arms straight, shoulder'swidth apart, in front of you so your palms are against the wall. Keepingyour knees straight, lean into the wall, bending your arms (if you have tomove your feet, you're too far from the wall). You should feel a stretch inyour calf Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Push away from the wallto return to your starting position. Repeat six to eight times. Do the samestretch again, but with your knees slightly bent.(Source: Paper presenied by Gary Gordon, D.P.M., 1995 American Medical Athletic Association Boston Marathon Symposium, April 16, 1995.)

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Looking Good at the Freezer 5M57 fun-seeking runners came out on Februarv' 18 for the Freezer 5 Milcr. Braced for frigid temps and icy winds, not to

mention slick spots on the road, these runners set off for a two-loop trek through FDR Park.Here are some lips from 365 Health Hints on how to protect ) Our skin in all kinds of weather to protect those good looks:

•Shower or bathe with a mild soap or transparent glycerin soaps to prevent dr\'. flaky skin. Don't use deodorant soaps on your face-they're too harsh for sensitive facial skin.•Avoid alcohol-based astringents, toners, or after-shave lotions, which dry the skin.•Apply a moisturizing lotion immediately after showering or bathing, (Dry skin makes wrinkles more noticeable, so using amoisturizer makes wrinkles less noticeable.)•Use a room or furnace humidifier during the winter months, to further pre\ent dr> skin.•Apply sunscreen lotion with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher whcnc\'er you go outdoors.

Here are some lips from fellow runners:•Cover your skin, idiot. The wind is a killer, unless you like the leather-look.•Grease up with vaseline. It keeps your face from cracking when it turns to ice.•Hold the pose. Smile lines look good - if you keep smiling!

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(in dark swcatshisrt).Jack Magrone (center),Jimmy O'Brien (front)and Harry Neeson(far right) set off on theFreezer 5 Miler at FDRPark .

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Welcome to the following new members.Please join us at Taconic races and/or functions in the near future.

J a i m e G o m e zTerence Byrne runs locally in the Pumam area and around reservoirs. He likes to run for stress relief and to get exercise outdoors,anytime. Terence would like to run a 3:30 Marathon. Good luck!Kerry Cahill started running last year. She enjoys trail miming. (Why don't you try the Mudders and Grunters coming up at the end ofMarch?!) and sets her sights on mnning a Marathon. (There is a group that trains on Saturday mornings at the Pumphouse, if you'reinterested. Call a board member for details.)Daniel Levy just completed his first Marathon and would possibly like to try a Triathlon. (We'd recommend Taconic's Biathlon inAugust). Daniel can be seen mnning on quiet trails, but his favorite race is the Tavern on the Green Breakfast mn.James Nortz mns primarily in the midday and would like to set his sights on mnning the NYC Marathon.Pete Rivera just started mnning. His favorite distance is 5 miles and Pete likes to mn in the parks in the evenings.Gregory Sautner mns in FDR Park in the mornings, as do many Taconic members.Wendy Summer (Rich's sister who visited during the Share-A-Walk last October) was very impressed with us "New Yorkers". Shewent back to California with a changed opinion. She was more than happy to lend a hand while she was here to that very worthy cause.Chris Tippin looks forward to mnning with his friends where it is scenic and there are no cars. He would like to increase his speed in5K and lOK mns. (Try the track workouts in the summer with Doug Miller a.k.a. "Killer Miller"). Chris likes to compete inTr ia ih lons .

R E N E W A L SJ a c k A n d e r s o nJoe l Bende rDick BeyrerWayne BrandtSlade CargillD o n n a C a v a l i e r !

Joe, Colin, Peter ane Jane HuntMichael DaleyRobert Daubenbis and familyM a r t i n D i C o l a

Stephen DursoH e r b F e c h t e rBill FoleyEugene GarleppRoger GrossmanC a r o l H a n s e nTo m H a n s e nMatthew HenryTerry HortonGordon JacobyD e b o r a J o r d a nL i s a K a t z

Nancy Lacer and familyChris Laffra and familyLauren LoganJames LynchMichael LondriganDonald and Denise LutrickTom Maloney and familyPeter Meisler and familyGeorge MrusP a t r i c i a M u l v i h i l l

Henry MurphyA l o n s o R e n d o n

Taconic Strong. . .C a r m e l o R o l d a nD a r r e l l P a c k

Samuel, Rosemarie, Jasper andA l e x a n d e r P e r k i n sRichard PerykaszThomas Roach, Jr.Mike RogersJ a m e s R u b a sW i l l i a m R u n d l eSe th Sch i l dR i c h a r d S c h i l i oF r a n k S c h m i d t

Gary SteinelW i l l i a m S t o i b e r

Nancy TackaW a l t e r W a t s o nArthur WeisbergDavid Wellard and familyM. Yang and Y. Cheng

Melanie Benvenue l ikes the nowdefunct Titicus 7 Miler. That is abeautiful Reservoir! She runs in the

early a.m. in Central Park (verybrave). Melanie has set the goal ofgetting back into shape (Quite a goalwhen she was nominated for thesecond year in a row by the NYRRCas Top Woman mnner 50 - 59.)Karole Colebro enjoys the HarryChapin Run for Hunger. Her favoriterace distance is 100 m. (Meters orMiles?)

Bob and Eileen Davis can be seen

very often behind the scenes workingat one of the many Taconic events.Bob (and Eileen) agreed to take overthe St. Patrick's Day race (comingsoon) along with Jim Whalen last yearand will continue for this year. Greatjob! Bob's goal for the year is to beatMurphy and Whalen at least once thisyear!!Christopher Feehan would like theStanford Hal f Marathon rev ived.Chris' goals are to cut his couch timein half and get out there and run 4X aweek and he has set his sights on the1996 NYC Mara thon .Lawrence Flood is looking forward tothe St. Patrick's Day 2M but hisfavorite race is the Bay to Breakers.Lawrence would like to start runningagain on a regular basis. He missesKevin Lowry as a running parmer atw o r k .

Paul, Sue, Dan and James Fureyenjoy coming to Taconic races as afamily. Paul looks forward to theMudders and Grunters each year. Hewould like to be at more Taconicevents this year! (We hope to see youthere!)

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(Left)Nick Caswell. Ed McLaughlin, RobBriglio, Scott Abercrombie and JoePorcaro were center stage at theNYRRC Annual Awards CeremonyFebruary 10th as they accepted the 1995championship trophy for the Men'sMasters 40's team. See the stoiy on thefacing page for more details about theTRRC Men's Masters successes in '95.

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Saturday, May 18, 1996Pleasantville Day

Starting Time: 9:00 A.M.Timed by Westchester Road Runners Club

Entry Fee: $15.00(postmarked by May 1, 1996 to be guaranteed a shirt)

Mai! entry form & check to: Pleasantvi l le Recreation & Parks3 5 9 B e d f o r d R o a d

Pleasantvi l le, NY 10570

Make checks payable to: Community Scholarship Fund

For more information, contactPleasantville Recreation Center (914) 769-7950 or Bob Cooney (914) 769-7859

A w a r d s :T-shirts to the first 200 registrants

Trophies for top 3 overall male/femaleMedals for 1st 3 male/female age group winners:

1 4 a n d u n d e r 1 5 - 1 8 1 9 - 2 9 3 0 - 3 9 4 0 - 4 9 5 0 - 5 9 6 0 +Post race awards ceremony to begin at 9:45 A.M.

Check in: The Gazebo in Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville, beginning at 8:00 A.M. May 18

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( ) -Tcieplione phone Waiver: The undersigned hereby releases the Village of Plcasant^•ille. its board of trustees, thePleasant\ illc Police Department, employees and \'olunlecrs thereof of any liabilitiy wliatsocvcr in connection with any damages and/or injuries that the abo\ c named may sustain as a result of his/her participation in the program listed abo\ e co-sponsored bv theVillage of Pieasanlvillc Recreation and Parks Department,

Signature {Parental signature if nmner/ualker under the age of 18)C k # C a s h F e e % C a s h i e rMail entries to Pleasani\ ille Recreation & Parks. 359 Bedford Rd.. Plcasant\ ille. NY 1(1570.Checks payable to Community Scholarship Fund

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$6:00 Pre-Registration (TRRC Members)$8.00 Pre-Registration (Non-Members)$10.00 Race Day RegistrationMake checks payable to:TRRC, Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY 10505A w a r d s :Awards to first overall male & female finishers and tofirst three male & female finishers in age groups:1 4 & u n d e r 1 5 - 1 9 2 0 - 2 93 0 - 3 9 4 0 - 4 9 5 0 - 5 960 & over

Special Awards: First Yorktown Resident (male & female)North County News Employee (male & female)

North County News19th Annual 10km/6.2 nn i les

Westchester's Most Challenging Course

Sunday, May 19, 1996Starting Time: 9:00 A.M. (Check in 7:30 A.M.)

Star t and F in ish :Yorktown Community Cultural Center

Commerce Street & Veterans RoadYorktown Heights, New York

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(Zip)( S t r e e t ) ( C i t y ) ( S t a t e )Please read the foUowinq statement and sign below before submitting entrv:I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide byany decision of a race official, relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this event Including, but not limited to;falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being knownand appreciated by me. Having read this waiver, knowing these facts, and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act onmy behalf, waive and release the Taconic Road Runners Club. North County News. The Yorktown Community Cultural Center, The Town of Yorktown and allSponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising from my participation in this event even though that liability may ariseout of the negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures,recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates, animals, and radioheadsets are not permitted in the race and I will abide by this guideline.

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Helen Gordon calls TRRC "the tough reliable readiness crew". See you out there, Helen!Joe Handleman's favorite race is the Sybil 50K. He would like to qualify for Boston, complete another Sybil and have a race total of1,100. (He is currently at 10411!) Joe runs on dirt raods, trails and in the woods.Thomas and Louise Lambert enjoy the Kingston Classic. Thomas trains on local roads and parks and runs for the physicalconditioning. (Say "hi" to Louise for me.)The Nash family can be seen most anywhere and anytime connected with a Taconic event. Only two runners (better known as crazypeople) are in the family at the present time. Rich looks forward each year to the Club Team Championships and he would like to break60 seconds for the 400 meters. He would like to remain injury free for the remainder of the year. (I would like that, also!)James O'Brien runs in the FDR Park and the Croton Reservoir area. He would like to stay injury free (that seems to be a mantra of the50+ age bracket.) Jim looks forward to the NYC Fire Police run.Marc Oxman can be seen running early in the morning (rain, shine, snow, sleet, hot or cold!) around the FDR Park area. He wants tokeep running and stay in good health.Keith Panzer (A.K.A. the manic marathoner) to no surprise, his favorite race distance is the Marathon. His favorite race is the BostonMarathon. Keith would like to run a 100 miler (I'll drive it thank you very much!) and enjoys the post race refreshments.Toby Reif enjoys the social aspect of running. Her favorite race is the Dutchess half-marathon. Toby can be seen running mornings.Charles Sprauer looks forward each year to Sybil and the Turkey Trot. He would like to recover from a long time injury.Debra Terranova can be seen early in the morning (wearing her headset) running in FDR Park or around her area. Her goals are tokeep up with Doug "Killer" Miller's track work outs and the crazy man Rich Nash (don't I know that!) Deb's favorite race is Muddersand Grunters (of which she was one of the muddiest last year!)Don Villenueve runs Sybil and enjoys the 50K+ distance, better known as an ultra marathoner. He does his training in the evening,running in the woods and on trails, but is also part of the Saturday morning "pump house gang."Pete Warner's favorite race is the Cold Spring lOK, which is also his favorite race distance.Christopher Feehan and Mike Daley applaud Katy Quinn on her excellent job on the Taconic Running Life, as many of us do!!

Couples RelayBy Steve Calidonna

The 1995 Couples Relay capped off another fine TRRCholiday/race season. Prior to the start, race director SteveCalidonna quipped "As the final event of the 1995 Taconiccalendar, the relay is typically a race at which people try to peak.Many runners actually pass on the NYC Marathon in order togive a complete, total, gut-wrenching, BTW effort." While thatmay be a noble sentiment, the truth is that it usually snows thenight before the race and the only runners inclined to battle theelements and hilly course are not at all interested in themarathon.

In truth, the relay is a low key event. There are not milemarkers or water stations. The distance depends on the snow(this year about 9 inches), and there is no clock. In spite of itsmodest profile, the race has seen any number of epicconfrontations. (Especially those involving people who park inthe care-taker's driveway.)

This latest version brought 19 couples to the startingline. While each team claimed to be more interested in a

U n d e r 4 0 L a n c a s t e r / K a n e4 0 - 5 9 C h u r c h / S m i t h6 0 - 7 9 S a u v a y r e / S a u v a y r e8 0 - 9 9 S t e i n e l / L a u n1 0 0 - 11 9 M a g r o n e / H a n s o nOver 120 Brennan/Geppar t

pancake breakfast in front of a roaring fire, they eagerly beganthe savage battle which lay between them and it. At stake in the6 combined-age categories was a trip to the merchandise table.Once there, the fleet would choose from top-quality head bands,gaiters, hats, socks, golf balls and commemorative CouplesRelay pins. Also in place was the cheesecake and champagneraffle. With his legendary generosity, Gary Steinel once againbaked and donated the cheesecake. Finbar Gurdy forgot to bringthe champagne, but it all worked out for the best. You see, Garyand his race partner, Nancy Laun, won the raffle, so Nancy tookthe cheesecake and Gary took a dozen golf balls in lieu of theforgotten champagne.

Many thanks to Katy Quinn for the flyer and to EdMcLaughlin and Maria Bleasdale for the pancakes.

The running played out as a series of 2 and 3 personbattles. The men ran first this year, and the women brought thebattle to its close. You had to be there to get the full impact, butglean what you will from these final standings:

CreelA' oungC o r s i n o / P o e t N a s h / T e r r a n o v aM a c T a v i s h / D ' O t t a v i o M e i s l e r / B e r t r a m

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Putnam ChapterThe National Council On Alcoholism and Other Drug Dependencies

S p o n s o r s D O P MAnnual Alcohol-Free ni fun• P " * A t o u t n u i t t c t m o n a t m *

F o o t r a c e•T-B'R.c- Sunday, April 28,1996

Race Managed by: The laconic Road Runners Club ▼

Wa l k o r R u nC h i l d r e n a n d F a m i l i e s W e l c o m e !

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R e g i s t r a t i o n 8 : 0 0 A . M . F e e s :2 Mile Fun Run/Walk 9:00 A.M. Pre-register before April 1: $ 9.005 M i l e R a c e 1 0 : 0 0 A . M . D a y o f R a c e R e g i s t r a t i o n : $ 1 0 . 0 0

C h i l d r e n U n d e r 1 2 : $ 2 . 0 0Checks payaable to NCA Putnam

For more information, call (914) 225-4646Awards Ceremony To Be Held Following The 5 Mile Race

L o c a t i o n :Old Rt. 6 and Maple Ave., Carmel, NY

(Near the Carmel Fitness & Racquet Ciub)(1-84 to Exit 19 (Hwy 312 South). At stop sign, turn right (toward Carmel) on Hwy 312. Proceed to traffic light (Route 6). Turn right on Route 6.Proceed through next traffic light and continue about 1/2 mile to next left. Turn left and go up hill to Social Services Building.)

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Alcohol Free: The FOOT RACE is a community-wide health event. Participation indicatessupport for alcohol and drug abuse prevention programs. Local drug and alcohol service agencies,will distribute important information at the event. Race proceeds will benefit NCA/Putnam.

Alcohol Free Foot Race - April 28. 1996 - Race Registration Bib no.

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A g e D a t e o f b i r t h / / M a l e F e m a l e ^ T e l e p h o n e ( ) _ _ -I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properlytrained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this event including, but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, includinghigh heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read thiswaiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry. I, for myself, and anyone entitled to act on my behalf,waive and release the laconic Road Runners Club, and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilitiesof any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on thepart of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skatesor blades, animals, and radio headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline.Signature

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P l e a s e c i r c l e e v e n t : 2 m i l e 5 m i l e C i r c l e T - s h i r t s i z e : S M L X LMail, with payment, to FOOTRACE, NCA/PUTNAM, 2 Church Street, Carmel, NY 10512

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NYRRC Championship Men's Team Series Event

T h e 1 9 t h A n n u a l

L i n c o l n H a i l R o a d R a c e5 Mile Rolling, Scenic Course

Sunday, June 2, 1996 -10:45 A.M. Starting TimeCheck-in starts at 9:30 A.M. in the gym

T C a s h R a f fl e ! ! P r i z e s ! !

Start and finish at Lincoln Hall School, Lincolndale, NYRace Directors: Rich & Joanna Nash (914) 248-6666

Entry Fees: TRRC & NYRRC Members, Registration postmarked by 5/19/96: $8.00Non-Member Registration postmarked by 5/19/96:$10.00Late Registration (after 5/19/96):$12.00 mn

FREE shirts to pre-registered entries only

Post race refreshments & music. Race results will be posted.Awards presented in 10-year age groups for men and women and team awards.Directions and map on reverse side.Round trip transportation from Katonah (MetroNorth) train station (9:51 a.m. arrival from Grand Central).

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I know that njnning a road race is a potentially hazardous activity.I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properlytrained. I agree to aide by any decision of a race official relative tomy ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associatedwith running in this event including, but not limited to: falls,contact with other participants, the effects of the weather,including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions ofthe road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me.Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitledto act on my behalf, waive and release the laconic Road RunnersClub, the Town of Somers, and all sponsors, their representativesand successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising outof my participation in this event even though that liability may ariseout of negligence or carelessness on the part of the personsnamed In this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing touse any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any otherrecord of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand thatbicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates or baldes,animals, and radio headsets are not allowed In the race and I willabide by this guideline.

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T R R C M e n ' sBy Scott Abercrombie

1995 was an intense and wonderful year for ourMasters Team. Taconic's 40-49 year olds won the NationalCross Country lOK in Canandaigua, NY as well as the agedivision in the 50 Mile, 8 man Ocean-to-Sound Relay onLong Island, the New York Road Runners Club Grand Prixand the Metropolitan Athletic Congress Grand Prix.

Nick Caswell and Rob Briglio ran so manyexceptional races that NVRRC honored both of them asRunner of the Year in the 45-49 age category. Joe Porcaroran well enough to be a nominee in the same age group.Combined, Nick and Bob had 18 age group wins in the City.Caswell was also 8th overall in the Long Island Half-Marathon with a time of 1: 14:28, but he feels his best race wasplacing 46th out of 6,000 in the 10 Mile Cherry Blossom inWashington, D.C. with a time of 55:08.

Briglio was on the winning American team in themarathon at the World Veteran's Games in Buffalo, NY. Hewas the second American finisher with a time of 2:45:10 atLong Island. Theirs was a well-deserved tie for the NYRRCRunner of the Year.

M a s t e r s Te a m

The NY City Marathon is a part of the NYRRCGrand Prix Series, and for the first time ever, TRRC scored teampoints in this race with Briglio, Caswell and Bob Hermesch.That same week-end, Steve Calidonna, Joe Porcaro, KenFilmanski and Tony Galfano traveled to Long Island to win adouble points race in the MAC Grand Prix series, thismaking it possible for us to win that series; which we did.. .andthe $600 that went with it!

On the week-end of the Canandaigua Nationals, TRRCalso sent a second team to NY City for a second place in one ofthe NYRRC Grand Prix races. This ability to split the team andsuccessfully compete in two events at the same time is whatabsolutely thrills me the most. We not only have several verytalented runners, but our team has a very large group ofdedicated runners, providing us with competitive depth,friendship and spirit.

Anyway, this is a new year, and none of us is gettingany younger. This means there must be many more brand new40 year olds anxious to run with us! So, if you would like to getinvolved in team events, please call me, Scott Abercrombie, at(914) 737-0872. Team competition adds to the rewards andbenefits we realize for ourselves by being runners, not tomention the added incentive to get out and do the training.

Taconic Masters Pick BaggBaldwin Place, NY - The Taconic Road Runners Club

Men's Masters 40-49 Team today selected Jim Bagg as theirDirector of Public Relations, a new position. It becamenecessary to create the post after the team's success, including aUSA Track & Field National Championship, during the 1995season. In this position, Bagg will be responsible for allinteraction with the media (including the award winning TaconicRunning Life), negotiating with race directors for appearancefees, and concluding various sponsorship agreements. "I amdelighted to have been selected over the other 1,000 applicants,"said Bagg. "No doubt my unsolicited submissions to TaconicRunning Life showed the insight and concern I have for thistalented group of runners. I am already in negotiations forsponsorship dollars. With our members having names such asCalidonna, Porcaro, Galfano, and Briglio, I think we are a

natural fit for a pasta company. However, I am pinning myhopes on a toilet paper manufacturer. It seems one of ourrunners is becoming very well known in the community forhaving the runs-on-the-run."

A former competitive runner, Bagg is best known forhaving the term, "bagged it," coined af^er him. This term is usedwhen a runner enters a race but then fails to finish it. Bagg is thecurrent world record holder of this dubious distinction.

In a related development, the TRRC Executive Boardwill vote shortly on whether to raise membership dues to $1,000per individual. This move appears necessary in order to coverBagg's salary. For additional information, please contact theclub at P.O. Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY or call the club on 914-923-4665.

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50's Team Captures Tri-State TitleBy Rich Nash. 50's Team Captain

What a year, 1995! What a team!! TRRC's Veterans Team obliterated the Metropolitan Team Competition this past year 12? to4 9 p o i n t s i n t h e N Y R R C G r a n d P r i x S e r i e s . f y - l u

It wasn't easy in the beginning, even though we won our first race in January (Northwind I OK). February brought bitter cold andnasty road conditions for our first defeat, to Withold's Running Club in the Bagel Run I OK.

March would surely bring better results in the Rites of Spring I OK, but to no avail. We suffered our second loss to the stroneW i t h o l d Te a m .

The next month, at th Queens Half-Marathon, we showed our colors and comopetitiveness again, and. . . it's not over until "the fatlady sings."

May - good weather-strong team-what could go wrong with the Central Park 5 Miler?! Withold's Running club, again, that'swhat!! Our third loss was difficult, but we managed to maintain the point lead overall. Taconic suffered another setback in June, finishinga distant 3rd in the Bronx Half-Marathon to Westside Runners Club and VanCortland Track Club, respectively.

July would be 'Tale of the Tape" with the Club Team Championships 5 Miler in Central Park. Taconic shined 1st. Yes! Yes!!Forest Park 2nd, Westchester Track Club 3rd and so on down the line. How sweet the post race picnic was! We were on a roll and theadrenalin carried us through 3 weeks later in August, defeating Millrose AA at the Hispanic Half-Marathon. We would be tough to catchnow, although Central Park Running Club prolonged the inevitable, beating us in the Fred LeBow 5K Cross-Country.

Our most impressive victory was the folowing Norwegian 5K Race, finishing first (1st through 5th and 7th place) in OctoberThe Championship Series geared down with the Pete McArdle I5K Cross Country in November and ending with the Holiday Run

25K in late December.Taconic celebrated its stunning victory at the Mahnattan Center Club Night Dinner/Awards Ceremony February 10 1996

displaying our Tiffany crystal.My heartfelt thanks and appreciation go to the 23 team members, of whom 17 ran 3 races or more races, dedicating themselvesfor team excellence through injury, adversity, training, and temporary setbacks. How good are we?? Bring on the Nationals! I imagine we

can raise some cash!!T h e t e a m :

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