On
Sunday, June 11 over 100 runners from Central Florida and beyond gathered at
Blanchard Park to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Orlando Runner's Club.
To all of those who organized the event, provided donations and sponsorships,
and ran - a big THANK YOU. The ORC is looking forward to the next "30
Years Running".
The Race Committee was formed in late 2005. Ann and Dave Griffith graciously volunteered to head the committee, and found out over the next several months just what a monumental task that would be. The commitment shown by everyone on the race committee led to this event being a great success. Many thanks to their hard work and dedication to:
Dave and Ann Griffith
Toni Vannelli
Liz Lee
Yuku Hadak
JoAnn Losito
Theresa Harter-Miles
Judy Kennedy
Beyond the planning of the race committee, many other local companies and vendors assisted in the event. Recognition is needed to our many sponsors for their donations of time, refreshments, financial aid and equipment/supplies during the event. Please show these companies that you appreciate their help by supporting their businesses:
Dave Larew/Beverly Morales, Century 21 - Primary Sponsor
Albertsons - Gift Certificates
Clemon's Produce - Bananas
Crispers - Cookies
Glaceau Smartwater - Water
Panera Bread - Bagels
Winn Dixie - Gift Certificates
TLC Engineering -Signs
Track Shack - Timing Equipment
OUC - Water
Dutch Johnson - Sound System
And finally, we want to acknowledge the many ORC members and family that volunteered on race day. The names are too many to list, but special recognition is given to Art Duffy for announcing, and John VanValkenburg, Seth Elsheimer, and Jon Hughes for their stories of the ORC.
Our friends at the Urayasu Runner's Club sent their best wishes.
Dear Orlando Runners Club Members, Congratulations from URC members! 30 years is so long, it's like super ultra marathon. It's so great ORC members kept running for 30 years. ORC is well organized and survived over 30 years. Last year, we celebrated 10th year (Only!), and this year is the 10th year from we signed up Sister Club Agreement. (Janise was the president at that time.) We really hope our friendship exchange lasts for ever, and we all keep on running for good. All the best to you! Urayasu Runners Club
Congratulations to our top male and female finishers.
Men Overall
1. Daniel Collins - 16:53
2. Max Mendoza - 17:23
3. Eric Kelly - 17:59
Women Overall
1. Kimberly Carisi - 21:52
2. Rafaela Grabert - 22:59
3. Rosemary Rodrighes - 23:01
Complete results are posted here, and watch for a photo gallery to come soon.