Runner's,

FITCARE 5K NEWS AND RESULTS

Bid me run, and I will strive with things impossible.
Shakespeare


A record number of runners (347 registered) showed up on April 6th
for the first running of the Fitcare 5K. It was held at Doylestown
Hospital's Wellness Center in Warrington, PA. The weather was cool
and windy, and the course had some interesting hills. However, this
did not deter spirited competition, and some outstanding performances.

At the last minute, the auxiliary Police decided that they didn't
like the position of the finish line, in spite of a previous
agreement. As a result, the organizers had to make a frantic change,
causing the start to be delayed. The pack of runners was not
discouraged. After a wonderful rendition of the National Anthem by
runner and trumpeter, Skip Schanbacker, the race began.

At the end, Karl Dusen was timed in 15:46, an excellent time
considering the conditions. Eric Hathaway and John Marino were 2nd
and 3rd. John was also the first Master in 16:56. Mike Rose was the
second master.
 Karl Dusen age 19 of Doylestown, Pa
Graduated from CB East in 2001
2001 stats: finished 2nd in the State at high school xc
championships, finished 3rd in the 2mile with a time of 9:21
Runs for Columbia University
5k pr is a 14:38


Eleven year old Alexandra Brasington was 19th overall and the first
woman. Her time was an outstanding 19:51. Diane Muntler and Jen
Liney were 2nd and 3rd.
 Alexandra Brasington age 11 of Dresher, Pa
Jarrettown Elementary, Upper Dublin. 5th grade
Has been running for 2 years
Runs with the United Stars Track Club in Philadelphia.

Marian McCouch was the women's Master winner, and Nancy Smith was 2nd.

The closest age group race was in the men's 55-59 division. There,
Mike Clarke edged Art Burger by 6 seconds. They were 11th and 12th
overall. Their times place them among the top runners in the East
for this age bracket.

The next closest race was in the 70+ age group. Arthur Humphreys
nosed out Charles Greeley by 7 seconds.

At the other end of the spectrum, David Suita, age 13, was 7th
overall, with a time of 18:39.

After the first two races in the Bucks 5k Series, competition for
series awards remains wide open. In order to qualify for these
awards, a runner must run a minimum of 4 races. With 5 races
remaining, there are plenty of opportunities to score.

The next race………………..

Sertoma 5K April 20

The place?? It is the crown jewel of the Central Bucks
community - Doylestown Township's Central Park. What a great place
to be on a Saturday morning! What a great place to launch a 5K
race! What a great cause to support just by keeping fit and having
some fun!

The race is a major fund raiser for Central Bucks Sertoma, a
group of volunteers who have recognized the needs of people in the
community and do something to help. Our proceeds are used to provide
scholarship for schools and camps, holiday gifts and meals for
families in need, specialized equipment and services for people with
hearing impairments, and others as we become aware the need. We
also contribute "sweat equity" to community projects like The Kids
Castle and Adopt-a-Highway No one in the organization is paid. In
fact, members often donate not only their time and talents, but some
of their fortunes as well.

So come and run with us on Saturday April 20 at 7:30 am.

Get fit. Have fun. Help a good cause.
Every Step Makes a Difference

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