WELCOME
A letter from Cox Communications Dear Friends, Cox Communications is proud to once again sponsor the fourth annual Cox Providence Rhode Races which will bring nearly 10,000 runners, families and fans to Providence to enjoy the great diverse culture the City has to offer. At Cox, we believe our company is only as strong as the communities in which our employees live and work. Annually, we sponsor fundraising campaigns to support Cox Charities New England, the company’s charitable giving initiative. In partnership with The Rhode Island Foundation, Cox Charities’ fiscal agent, Cox provides financial support to organizations that benefit youth and education throughout Rhode Island and Connecticut. We are proud to have invested $5.6 million in grants and in-kind support since 2001 to after-school programs. And, our business services division, Cox Business, contributes more than $700,000 in courtesy Internet and video services to local schools and Boys & Girls Clubs of America to help advance educational opportunities for our children.
PAUL CRONIN COX COMMUNICATIONS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER
Most importantly, we are proud of our 1,200 employees and their commitment to our communities. Throughout the weekend, you will have the opportunity to interact with many of them who are serving as event volunteers, participating in the Races and sharing information about Cox Wireless, our ‘unbelievably fair’ wireless alternative that will launch in Rhode Island very soon. To learn more, visit www.UnbelievablyFair.com. Many thanks to the sponsors, supporters and participants who collectively have made the Cox Providence Rhode Races a signature event in our community. Regards,
Paul Cronin Senior Vice President & General Manager Cox Communications New England
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WELCOME
A letter from the Mayor Dear Friends, Welcome to the great City of Providence for the 4th Annual Cox Providence Rhode Races. Providence is honored to once again be the host city for these exciting races. The terrain of our city is the perfect venue for those running the marathon or half-marathon on Sunday as is Roger Williams Park for the Munroe Dairy Kids Marathon and the Shape Up RI 5k on Saturday. Kudos to Title Sponsor Cox Communication and the Presenting Sponsors Shape Up RI, Munroe Dairy, UnitedHealthcare and Coastline Ambulance Services for their support of this spirited event, whose proceeds will benefit such worthy causes as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the March of Dimes and the American Cancer Society. Providence is a diverse city with many amenities and a rich 375 year history. While in Providence, explore our city. You will find the finest restaurants, quaint shops, and flourishing museums and art galleries. Each neighborhood has its own eclectic mix of historic homes and ethnic bistros and cafĂŠs. I welcome the 7,000 runners from all 50 states and many different countries and their supporters. Enjoy your stay here and come back soon.
ANGEL TAVERAS MAYOR CITY OF PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
Sincerely, Angel Taveras Mayor Providence, Rhode Island
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RACE WEEKEND Schedule
FRIDAY APRIL 29, 2011 ON-SITE REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Rhode Island Convention Center 1 Sabin St. Providence, RI 02903
SATURDAY APRIL 30, 2011 SHAPE UP RI 5K 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m. registration 7:30 a.m. race start Roger Williams Park at the Carousel 1000 Elmwood Ave. Providence, RI 02907 MUNROE DAIRY KIDS RACE 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. registration 8:45 a.m. race start Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Ave. Providence, RI 02907 ON-SITE REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Rhode Island Convention Center 1 Sabin St. Providence, RI 02903
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SUNDAY MAY 1, 2011 COX SPORTS MARATHON EIDENT HALF MARATHON 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. registration 8:00 a.m. race start Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903 (Please note that day-of onsite registration will be on the ground floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center)
POST RACE FESTIVAL & BEER GARDEN 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. registration Bank of America Skating Center Providence, RI 02903
IMPORTANT NOTE: Runners are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to attend the expo to pick up race packets on FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. Race packet, goody bag and t-shirt pick-up will be available the morning of Sunday, May 1 but because of the number of runners expected, we strongly advise all participants to plan ahead and pickup their race packets on Friday or Saturday at the Health and Wellness Expo.
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SATURDAY 5K and Kids Race Race Day Information PARKING
ENTERTAINMENT
On street parking is available for the Shape Up RI 5K. Parking is available at the Roger Williams Park Zoo for the Munroe Dairy Kids Race.
A DJ will provide lively entertainment for runners and spectators at the start and finish line areas. Dance, jump and sing along after the race to some terrific music!
REGISTRATION On-site registration will be available at both the Shape Up RI 5K and the Munroe Dairy Kids Race.
GEAR CHECK There will not be gear bag check for the Shape Up RI 5K and Munroe Dairy Kids Race.
LOST & FOUND Lost & Found will be located at the volunteer area.
RACE TIMING INFORMATION The Shape Up RI 5K will use the B-Tag timing system. The timing chip will be attached to be back of each race bib. Runners will receive their B-Tag with their bib at registration. The Munroe Dairy Kids Race will not be timed.
TIME LIMITS The race course will be secured for one hour. Walkers are welcome so long as they complete the course within the time limits.
MEDICAL Coastline Ambulance and RI DMAT (Disaster Medical Assistance Team) will be located along the course. Please reference the course map on pages 12-14 for exact locations.
POST-RACE RECOVERY AREA The post-race recovery area will be located at the finish line area. The post-race celebration will include music, food, and drinks.
PRE-RACE DINNER: Cox Rhode Races has teamed up with a number of great local restaurants to provide runners with pre-race dinner options on April 30. Bring your race bib to any of the following locales and receive their registered runner discount. Enjoy!
For more information visit: www.rhoderaces.com/restaurants.html
AID STATIONS Water will be available at every aid station and at the start and finish. Poland Spring Water will be provided at select locations on the course and at the finish. Please reference the course map on pages 12-14 for exact locations.
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SUNDAY MARATHON & HALF MARATHON Race Day Information PARKING
AID STATIONS
Parking is available at the RI Convention Center at a $10 day rate. Additional parking is available at the Providence Place Mall and other lots throughout the city for a fee.
Water will be available at every aid station and at the start and finish. Poland Spring Water, food and restrooms will be provided at select locations on the course and at the finish. Please reference the course map on pages 12-14 for exact locations. Food at aid stations will consist of bananas, Gatorade at select locations and assorted types of GU products.
GEAR CHECK Runners can check their gear bag at the Bank of America Skating Rink in downtown Providence. All checked bags will be available for pick up at the same location. No luggage please. Runners must have their bib to retrieve gear. In the case of inclement weather, gear bag check will be on the ground level of the Rhode Island Convention Center.
LOST & FOUND Lost & Found will be located at the volunteer check-in in the Bank of America skating rink.
Half: mile 1.5, 3.25, 4.5, 6.5, 7.75, 9, 11.5 Marathon: mile 1.5, 4.5, 5.5, 7.5, 10.5, 12, 14.5, 16.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 22.5, 23.5, 24.5 Gatorade located at: Half: Aid station at the top of Blackstone Blvd./Hope Full: Veterans Memorial Overlook, Washington Ave., Vinter Ave. Washington Rd., Middle Hwy.
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
RACE TIMING INFORMATION
• Top 3 Open Men/Women
The Cox Sports Marathon, and the Eident Sports Half Marathon, will use the B-Tag timing system. The timing chip will be attached to be back of each race bib. Runners will receive their B-Tag with their bib at registration.
• First Place Men/Women (age 20-29) (30-39) (40-49) (5059) (60-69) (70+)
TIME LIMITS
ENTERTAINMENT
The race course will be secured for six hours. Time limit to finish the Cox Sports Marathon is 6 hours and the Eident Sports Half Marathon is 3.5 hours. Walkers are welcome so long as they complete the course within the time limits.
A DJ will provide lively entertainment for runners and spectators at the start and finish line areas by the Bank of America Skating Rink. Dance, jump and sing along after the race at the Cox Providence Rhode Races!
MEDICAL
POST-RACE RECOVERY AREA
Coastline Ambulance and RI DMAT (Disaster Medical Assistance Team) will be located along the course. Please reference the course map on pages 12-14 for exact locations.
The post-race recovery area will be located at the finish line area at the Bank of America Skating Rink. The post-race celebration will include music, and recovery area with food and one complimentary beer at the Narragansett Beer Garden.
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FACES IN THE PACK WHY WE RUN
We asked our runners to tell us why they are running in the 2011 Cox Providence Rhode Races:
ENJOYING EACH DAY
Olga Fino, Cumberland, RI
come adversity and running has been my tool and key to health and wellness. I run with heart and SOUL and gained family along the way. It is my lifeline. I have won several marathons including the Humpy Classic three straight years, Kentucky Derby 2009, Eisenhower Marathon, Baltimore master’s and St. Louis master’s title, to name a few. My goal is to help others believe in themselves and hope that I can be an inspiration.
Family Affair
Richard Belluso, Warwick, RI In December 2008 I had a headache for a week. I passed out at home and ended up at RI Hospital. In less then 24 hours, a headache had turned into an aneurysm. The chances of survivor were low and the recovery uncertain. Once I recovered, my life took on a totally new meaning and I changed things. That is what running this race means to me. Surviving the aneurysm has just given me a whole new outlook on life and that life is to live and enjoy. I’m not training to win any record. After all I’ve been through this is a great accomplishment. I’m running with my sister, nephew, his girlfriend and my niece. That is why I’m running. Life is just too short so enjoy it.
Inspiring Others
Debbie Cropper, Anchorage, AK
Running a marathon is a parallel to health and wellness for me. I have over-
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Thirty years ago, when I was 34 years old, I ran two marathons. At the time my sons were very young boys. Today, I am 64 years old, and my sons are joining me to run the half marathon. I could not be prouder to experience this moment with them! P.S. I hope I can do it!
51 in 51 for First Descents Elysa Barron, Ouray, CO
Elysa Barron has set a lofty goal – to run 50 marathons in 50 states (& DC) in 52 weeks! One of the 50 marathons Elysa will participate in is the Cox Sports Marathon at the Cox Rhode Races. She has set this lofty goal in an effort to raises and funds and awareness for First Descents (www.firstdecents.org). This non-profit organization is committed to curing young adults of the emotional effects of cancer and empowering them to regain control of their lives by experiencing free outdoor adventure therapy through kayaking, rock climbing and other outdoor adventure sports. The adventure is free for campers. “I came across First Descents (FD) by accident. I wanted to run for a cause and my dad put me in contact with someone to ask about how to do fundraising. The man I spoke with about fundraising (Brent Goldstein) happened to work for FD and they were a good fit. These campers push themselves to do things they may not believe they can do and come out of the experience stronger,” she said
25 in 25
Christopher Stephens, New York, NY I will be running the half marathon at the Cox Rhode Races as part of a project I have to run 25 half marathons in 25 states before I turn 50. For each decade, I have had a goal. For 30, it was to see all of Shakespeare’s plays performed on stage (done). For 40 it was to spend a night in all 50 states. For 50, running 50 marathons in 50 states would have been the obvious choice, but that’s a lot of running and there are some states I just don’t want to go back to. Thus, 25 in 25 before 50. Rhode Island will be No.13, bringing me more than half way to my goal, with seven years to finish.
“When I started, the closest personal connection was an aunt who had breast cancer. Since then I found out a friend of my boyfriend is going through chemo and many people I’ve met while running have a family member, friend, or they themselves have dealt with cancer. Through my encounters, I feel like I’ve grown closer and have more of a connection to the cause.”
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Melissa Somers, Waterford, CT
After watching The Bucket List, I decided that I needed to have one. Running a marathon was included on the marathon. After having two children, I was definitely not in the best shape. I started small. Running a mile was so hard, but I kept with it. I have now been running for a little over a year. I have competed in numerous 5K’s and a10K. I saw that there was a half marathon in Providence. I used to live in Rhode Island. I knew that this would be a closer step to reach my goal. I am excited and nervous about competing in m first half marathon. I am looking forward to being able to accomplish this milestone.
Run While You Can Sam Fox, Berkely, CA
In the fall, Sam Fox will attempt to run/hike the entire 2,650-mile length of the Pacific Crest Trail with a goal of breaking the current speed record of 65 days. This incredible challenge requires covering more than 40 miles every day, for two months, with an average daily elevation gain and loss of over 16,000 vertical feet. Sam, 23, is challenging himself with this enormous endeavor in an effort to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson’s disease research. He will dedicate the run/ hike in honor of his mother, Lucy Fox, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2000.
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“My mother was incredibly active throughout my childhood. I struggled to keep up with her on trails and ski slopes. In recent years, as her symptoms have progressed, I’ve seen her ability to do the things she loves decline,” said Sam. Thus he launched Run While You Can (www.runwhileyoucan.com). The nonprofit organization creates events that “emphasize the urgency of living fully today.” All event proceeds will benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research. “If you think you can do something, you might as well give it a try,” said Sam. “You never know if you will be able to do it the next day or the day after. You have to try while you can.”
Sam, who grew up in South Kingstown and graduated from The Wheeler School in Providence, is currently living in California. He trains nine hours a day all over the Western U.S. He has returned for a visit to Rhode Island to run the Cox Sports Marathon. For Sam, participating in the Cox Sports Marathon is two fold. In addition to using the race as part of his training to build his endurance, he will be able to reunite with old friends in RI and spread awareness for his foundation. His goal is to raise $250,000 for the Michael J. Fox Foundation through Run While You Can. “It’s a big goal, but I know we can raise that much money,” said Sam. “I am looking forward to coming back to Rhode Island to connect with some people that can help support our cause.”
Nifty Fifty
Donna Loud, Sarasota, FL
At the age of 49, I knew I needed to lose weight, change some bad habits and get active to increase my longevity. I had never run before, bit read an article about marathon training through the Galloway training method. I joined the group and started training. My goal was to improve my health and reshape my body. My coach, Mary Lenari, was an inspiration to me. I got caught up in the camaraderie and team spirit. The 2003 Disney Marathon was my first marathon. Disney had a cut off time of seven hours. I was sure I couldn’t complete it in time. But with the encouragement of my friend and running partner, Michelle Ieradi, we did finish with a time of 6:59:15. The euphoria and sense of accomplishment are really indescribable. The following year, my daughter, her husband and I finished Disney in 5:51:48. In 2005 I completed nine marathons and joined the 50 Staters Club. I joined Marathon Maniacs, too. I ran 30 marathons in 30 different states to obtain their highest level of achievement! I am now 57 and have completed 70 marathons. I have made so many new friends and seen so many beautiful places. On May 1, 2011, I will be running the Cox Rhode Races and it will be state No. 50. I will finish the quest I began six years ago, travelling, touring this beautiful country, and running a marathon in all 50 states.
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FACES IN THE PACK WHY WE RUN continued H-Dawg
raise funds for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
To many that knew Henry Hubschman, a former CEO of GE Capital Aviation Services, he was well respected and perceived as a serious man.
“The donations starting pouring in,” said Josie. “It has been amazing.”
Josie Hubschman, Greenwich, CT
But to his youngest daughter, Josie, 22, he was simply “H Dawg.” “He thought he was funny, even though his jokes weren’t really funny,” laughed Josie. Thirteen years ago “H Dawg” was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. He battled the disease on and off for more than a dozen years. He lost his valiant fight on February 9, 2011 at the age of 63. “My determination is derived 100 percent from my dad. He was dedicated to fighting this disease,” said Josie. Like father, like daughter. Thus, she joined The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Team In Training program and will run the half marathon at the Cox Rhode Races on May 1. She is dedicated to raising funds to help find a cure for Leukemia. About 14,990 new cases of CLL will be diagnosed this year and about 100,760 people in the United States are living with this horrible disease. Through her valiant efforts, dedication and admiration for her father, Josie has raised more than $38,000 – the MOST ever for a TNT marathon runner in Rhode Island. To those who viewed her dad as serious businessman – and others who knew “H Dawg” as a fun loving family man who laughed at his own jokes – one thing was certain, he was well respected by all. It became evident right away when she posted her fundraising page and sent out an email to family friends explaining she was running in honor of her dad to
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She isn’t about to stop. The Brown university senior who hails from Greenwich, CT, hopes to hit the $50,000 mark. If she is able to reach her goal, a research grant will be named in his honor. She will receive support on the sidelines by her friends and family members on race day and by 35 TNT RI teammates, who will wear her dad’s picture on their purple shirts while running along side her on the half marathon course. To contribute to Josie’s fundraising efforts, visit: http://pages.teamintraining. org/ri/Provid11/jhubschman
He and colleague Mike Geraghty hope to generate additional donations at a post-race party to be held after John crosses the finish line. The fundraiser will be held at Sullivan’s Rhode, 55 Union St., Providence at 1 p.m. The event is open to the public. Donations will be welcomed. It will mark the first initiative in the Hope for Hope program. “We want to support all our families in need at the school,” said Mike. To make a donation to the Hope for Hope program or for more information email John.Gallo@ppsd.org or Michael. geraghty@ppsd.org
Third Time’s a Charm
Rich Holmes, Durham, NC
Hope for Hope
A common goal distance runners often set is to run a marathon in all 50 states.
What started out as a teacher’s effort to raise money for one of his students whose mom is battling brain cancer, has turned into a new initiative for the Hope High School.
Few will accomplish what Rich Holmes’ will achieve on May 1 at the Cox Rhode Races in Providence. When he crosses the finish line the Cox Sports Marathon on May 1 – he will have run a marathon in 50 states - for the third time.
The newly launched Hope for Hope will support will support families in need at the high school located on Providence’s East Side.
Rich’s bucket list is even more complex. His aim is to become the first marathoner to accomplish ALL three pieces of this combination:
The idea began when John Gallo, a teacher in the behavior intervention program at Hope High School, learned a single mother of one of his students was gravely ill. The student was forced to live in a group home.
• 3 times around the 50 states • 2 times around all 13 provinces and territories of Canada. • 2 times around the 7 continents
John Gallo, Providence, RI
John decided to run the Cox Sports Marathon to raise funds to assist the family. Other students wanted to get involved. Signs were posted all over school and students began encouraging John as he began to train for the 26.2 mile run on May 1. Soon donations began to filter in.
He projects that by August of this year, he will have accomplished all of these goals. “My 2011 goals are more focused on distance and endurance as there seem to be few marathon goals left that I can shoot for – I have scheduled three 50 milers including one at high altitude trails in the Utah mountains. But I’m 61 now and getting slower, so I have no speed or PR aspirations left,” said Rich.
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FACES IN THE PACK WHY WE RUN continued Back On My Feet BoMF, Boston, MA
Back on My Feet is a nonprofit organization that promotes the self-sufficiency of homeless populations by engaging them in running to build confidence, strength and self-esteem. The organization provides a community that embraces equality, respect, discipline, teamwork and leadership. Back on My Feet consists of much more than just running: its members participate in a comprehensive program that offers connections to job training, employment and housing. Those benefits are earned by maintaining 90 percent attendance at the 5:30 a.m. runs three days a week.
More than 60 members of the Boston BoMF chapter, which just launched a year ago, will participate in the Cox Rhode Races.
Losing to Win
Leslie Battle, Warwick, RI After completing my first half marathon at the 2008 Cox Rhode Races in 3:28:48, just under the 3.5 cutoff, I decided I had the power to reclaim my formerly reasonably active lifestyle. At the time, I was more than 100 pounds over an average weight. That first season I did five triathlons. In my initial race, I placed first (in Athena, for female athletes not under 150 lbs.). I was still above the average weight, but I was there, and I won a shiny medal. I was hooked! The biggest hoot came when I learned that I had, in the process, become a nationally ranked triathlete by USAT; yes, me, the
2011 Cox Providence Rhode Races
“fat girl� was ranked 1670/2060 of allfemale triathletes aged 40-44 in the U.S. who were USAT members and who had completed three or more races. I was determined to improve. So, in 2010 I did 19 triathlons of varying distances, including one half Ironman (1.2 swim, 56 bike, 13.1 run). I placed in the top three in my division in 16 of those races. I also completed three duathlons, six half marathons and several others races. I improved my USAT ranking up nearly 600 spots to 1081/2224. This ranking is for all similar age groupers! I have lost 87 pounds in two years and am still working hard at this every day. I look forward to running the half marathon at the 2011 Cox Rhode Races. The real race day victory is about making it to the start line with the confidence of knowing that you prepared to the best of your ability.
Dreamfar Team
DHSM, New England
high schools will realize their potential as they train for the Cox Sports Marathon. In order to be successful in high school and beyond, students must learn the same tools that we teach them to conquer the road. The small victories, such as running the first mile, are what motivate and empower them to accomplish more. We have seen our students’ academic progress and their class attendance improve in the three years we have been training them. We have seen their overall health improve as well. Students apply the goal-setting skills they learn to the challenge of completing high school and applying to college. Dreamfar High School Marathon is a program that is in direct response to the growing number of students falling through the cracks at school. DHSM is currently the only high school marathon program in New England. Dreamfar believes in the students it services. We know they can be successful in school and beyond with the right people and program behind them. All of the coaches and mentors that run with the students are volunteering their time; together they will complete the 2011 Cox Providence Marathon. For more information contact Jamie Chaloff, President, Dreamfar at 617694-4885 or Jamie@dreamfarhsm.org.
Thank you to all of those who shared their tremendous stories and causes with us this year.
Good luck! Dreamfar High School Marathon (DHSM) is a program that teaches atrisk students that anything is possible, even completing a marathon. With hard work, perseverance, the ability to set realistic goals and guidance from caring mentors, students from Massachusetts
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