More than 800 participants turn out for run/walk along the North Shore
The 2004 PACE Race Series kicked off Sunday in Pittsburgh, PA as more than 800 participants ran and walked in the Father's Day 5K/10K.

With great running weather and a scenic view along the North Shore that included PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Heinz Field, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers, runners of all experience levels participated to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer.

"We're very pleased with all aspects of this year's race," said Jerry Livingston, Father's Day 5K/10K race director. "The great turnout showed just how important it is to raise awareness about prostate cancer-- getting checked early can save your life."

Top finishers in the 5/10K are:

Father's Day 10K - Open Men
James Smoliga - 30:25
Hans Rottman - 32:59
Eric Anish - 33:33

Father's Day 10K - Open Women
Mary Alico - 35:53
Tammy Slusser - 36:37
Sharyl Relil - 42:15

Father's Day 5K - Open Men
Charlie Ban - 16:03
Kyle Norris - 16:10
Sam Weiser - 16:22

Father's Day 5K - Open Women
Sandra Fischer - 18:21
Robin Garber - 18:43
Kaitlin Grimm - 19:16

"The kickoff to the 2004 PACE Race Series was a great success," said Mandy Deas, PACE Race Series Coordinator. "We look forward to the remainder of the series being as successful as the Father's Day 5/10K."

The PACE Race series kicked off June 20 in Pittsburgh, PA and ends November 20 in Tampa, FL and Atlanta, GA. The Washington, DC race is scheduled for Saturday, October 30. Check www.runwashington.com Featured Races for information, coming soon.

The PACE Race Series is presented by Aventis and supported by the Prostate Cancer Education Council, PowerBar, Propel, Madhava, and Kettle Chips. For more information, visit www.pcaw.com or call (303) 316-4685.