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Capture the Excitement Tim Kennard 10 Mile River Run
By George Banker
February 3, 2010
Salisbury, MD
For the Washington Running Report
Seven years in the making and the determination remains as a living tribute to a local community runner, Tim Kennard, who made his last run on March 11, 2004 shortly after the first event at the age of 48. Kennard was unable to participate in the first event. He lost his battle against renal cell cancer, a disease which attacks the kidneys. Kennard's friends Linda Mills and Harlan Eagle started the Tim Kennard River Run in his honor. The first four years (2004-2007) the event was a 5-miler and in 2008 the event was changed to a 10-miler and 5K format.
Comcast presents the 7th Tim Kennard 10 Mile River Run & 5K which will be held on Sunday, March 7, 2010 with the start and finish at Maggs Physical Activity Center on the campus of Salisbury University (SU) in Salisbury, Maryland. The two events will start at 8:30 a.m. Salisbury's location at the head of the Wicomico River was a major factor in its becoming one of Maryland's outstanding cities located on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
The Tim Kennard River Run is not about the size of each event but the level of the quality and the commitment to the race cause. The sizzle to the race started on Saturday at the expo along with the pre-race feast that evening at SU Commons.
One of Kennard's wishes was to have the proceeds of the race to benefit children. Coastal Hospice and Palliative Care of Salisbury is one the beneficiaries, along with Horizons at The Salisbury School, and a local animal shelter. The funds are used to support Hope and Healing with Horses and other bereavement programs for children and families who are dealing with the loss of a loved one.
The history of Coastal Hospice dates back to 1980 when a group of concerned citizens banded together to assist the local community. This year celebrates Costal Hospice's 30th Anniversary. According to the history from their Web site the original name was the Coastal Hospice Society and their logo was formed by the letters CHS in the shape of a ship. There was an inscription from the English writer G.K. Chesterton, "We are all in the same boat in a stormy sea and we owe each other a terrible loyalty."
The same loyalty which has helped Coastal Hospice is that same loyalty which is helping to keep the memory of Tim Kennard alive through the run. It is not about being a fast runner but having that determination to go the distance to make a difference. Kennard was a devoted husband, father, and friend. It is these words which ring from the first year from a family member, "Keep Tim in your mind and hearts" that keep the committee running each year.
The top runners will be going after $1,400 in prize money. There is equal money for males and females in the 5K and 10-miler:
5K-Open $150-100-50, Master $50Â Â 10 Miler Open $150-100-50 Master $50
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The event records: 5K Open Demesse Tefera 15:34 Cara Wettlaufer 17:40 Master Greg Cauller 16:52 Kathleen Petrera 20:28 10-Miler Open Jaron Hawkins 52:15 Muluye Gurma 1:02:16 Master Doug Mock 56:12 Susan Graham-Gray 1:02:26 2009 Times 5K Open Demesse Tefera 15:34 Kethleen Petera 20:28 Master Greg Cauller 16:52 Kathleen Petera 20:28 10-Miler Open Jaron Hawkins 52:53 Muluye Gurma 1:02:16 Master Doug Mock 56:12 Susan Graham-Gray 1:02:26
REGISTRATION FEES The dates for registration fees below refer to the postmark date. Entries postmarked after March 1, 2010 will not be processed. You still may register in person Saturday, March 6 (Noon - 5:00 p.m.) or race day, Sunday, March 7
(6:30 - 7:45 a.m.).
Pre-registration up to March 1, 2010
$35 - 10 mile run
$35 - 5K Run
$35 - 5K Non-Competitive Walk
$25- No Shirt Option (do not get a hi-tech running/walking shirt)
After March 1, 2010
$45 - 10 mile run
$45 - 5K run
$45 - 5K Non-Competitive Run
Race Day Registration March 1, 6:30-7:30 a.m.
$50 - 10 mile run
$50 - 5K Run
$50 - 5K Non-Competitive Run
Weekend Run/Walk Activities
Family Sports and Fitness Expo, Saturday March 6, 2010
Noon - 5:00 p.m. (Salisbury University - Maggs Physical Activity Center)
Children activities and vendors
Packet pick-up and registration
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2 & 4:00 p.m. Speaker - George Banker
Author - Marine Corps Marathon A Running Tradition
"The Importance of Motivation and Inspiration to Make the Next Step" (To date Banker has completed 26 Marine Corps Marathons)
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3:00 p.m. Speaker - Dr. Daniel Lane
"Talk to the Doc". Speaking on sports health, injury prevention and management
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Pasta Dinner 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Buffett $12 per person
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Online Registration
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Questions
Contact Race Directors: Linda Mills 443-783-0558 or
Harlan Eagle 443-944-2563
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In 2009 there were six new event records
"I struggled some with those middle miles, but was able to run the final two pretty quick, just two seconds slower than my first two miles. It feels good to win for the second year (I think that means I have to come back next year as well). I was a little worried headed into the race because of some injury issues, but everything worked out and I'm glad that I was able to have a good race and another great experience," stated 2009 (52:53) winner Jaron Hawkins of the Cumberland Valley Athletic Club. Hawkins set the record in 2008 (52:15).
He adds, "This event is great and the expo is one of my favorite parts - it isn't too crowded and you get a chance to talk to everybody. The directors really do such a wonderful job with the event and I was able to bring five runners down to the race. I know that we will be looking forward to coming back again next year".
"I didn't plan on racing hard. I went by Muluye Gurma (eventual winner 1:02:16) around mile two and took the lead. We started to exchange the lead and she didn't go anywhere. I battled her the entire way. We were both exhausted at the finish line. I need a little more practice and neither of us wanted to loose. "Mentally it was tough having a person hanging on you. It was physically challenging and neither of us broke. I like to make a move early. We kept taking each other on. If you don't run hard you don't learn anything about yourself," stated Graham-Gray 2009 runner-up and first master with a new event record in 1:02:26. Graham-Gray was diagnosed with Stardgarts Disease and has 20/500 vision and she is a mother of three.
"Once the 5K runners split from the rest of the field I didn't know what place I was in. At the 5-mile point I saw my college coach and found out I was in second. I never saw Hawkins and didn't have any other runners right on me, so I found myself pushing along the course alone. I am pleased with my effort, but with the wind, and cool, clammy conditions I never felt like I really "warmed-up." I was proud that I drove as hard as I did," stated Doug Mock (42) of Ellicott City, MD.
Mock is a 1991 graduate of Salisbury University and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
"I reach Mile 9 and feel excited and relieved. One mile to go! Stay strong, stay steady. I see two people ahead who I think I can pass. Both are losing steam. I pass one easily. The other moves over and blocks me, so I pass her on the other side. Back on the college campus, I know the finish must be close and begin to push. Sure enough, I turn a corner and see the finish line surrounded in balloons and push on in. Ed crosses right behind me and extends his hand out as he passes. We tap hands, silently thanking each other and acknowledging a job well done. As I check my time -- 1:16:25, under the 1:20 goal I'd set - I also give a mental thank you to George Banker, whose many tips helped me get through my first 10 miler," stated Claire Chiamulera of LaPlata, MD, with a PR and third in the age group 35-39.
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