New England Exchnage Zone - Fall 2015

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NEW ENGLAND Fall 2015

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The State of the Sport

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Long Distance Running Grand Prix

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USATF-NE Open and Masters Championships

11 Grand Prix Iron Runners 12 Recognition

13 Athletes of the Month

14 IAAF World Championships in Beijing 16 Fall Shoe Review

26 Youth Track & Field 28 Junior Olympics

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USA TRACK & FIELD – NEW ENGLAND OFFICE ADDRESS 2001 Beacon St., Suite 207, Brighton MA 02135-7787 MAILING ADDRESS P.O. Box 1905, Brookline MA 02446-0016 Phone: (617) 566-7600 • Fax: (617) 939-0992 Email: office@usatfne.org Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday Association Website: www.usatfne.org • National Website: www.usatf.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/usatfNE

USATF-NEW ENGLAND DIRECTORY 2014–15 BOARD OF GOVERNORS – OFFICERS President Tom Derderian (Gr.Boston TC) tderderian@usatfne.org Vice Presidents Jim Garcia (Gr.Lowell RR) jgarcia@usatfne.org John Oleski (Mass Velocity) joleski@usatfne.org Chris Pasko (Wellesley Youth TF Club) cpasko@usatfne.org Secretary Stephen Viegas (Mass Velocity) sviegas@usatfne.org Treasurer Stephen Peckiconis (CSU) speckiconis@usatfne.org Past President Stephen Viegas (Mass Velocity) sviegas@usatfne.org SPORT COMMITTEES Men’s LDR Chair John Barbour (Gr.Lowell RR) jbarbour@usatfne.org Women’s LDR Chair Lisa Doucett (CSU) ldoucett@usatfne.org Masters LDR Chair Jan Holmquist (NE65+ RC) jholmquist@usatfne.org Open Track & Field Chair Zach Emerson (Franklin Pierce U) zemerson@usatfne.org Cross Country Chair George Braun (HFC Striders) gbraun@usatfne.org

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Race Walking Chair Justin Kuo (NE Walkers) jkuo@usatfne.org Mountain/Ultra/Trail Chair Paul Kirsch (White Mtn Milers) pkirsch@usatfne.org Youth Athletics Chair Alex Ivanov (Nitehawks SC) aivanov@usatfne.org

ON THE COVER:

Sentinel Striders’ Sam Toolin (RI) won the 13-14-year-old 1500 meter run at this summer's USATF Junior Olympics National Championships held in Jacksonville, FL. He’s been a winner and JO All-American in multiple age divisions over the past few years in both track and cross country.

Masters T&F Chair Michael Travers (unattached) mtravers@usatfne.org Officials Laurie Boemker (RI TF Officials Guild) lboemker@usatfne.org Athlete Representatives Kevin Chu (Sprinticity) kchu@usatfne.org Rich Hartnett (GrBoston TC) rhartnett@usatfne.org Jennifer Mortimer (Millennium Running) jmortimer@usatfne.org OFFICE STAFF Managing Director Steve Vaitones svaitones@usatfne.org Webmaster Justin Kuo jkuo@usatfne.org Programs Assistant Jean Cann jcann@usatfne.org

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THE STATE OF THE SPORT USATF-NEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION USATF-NE's annual meeting on Sept. 27 gave members an opportunity to learn of the association's activities during the past year.

As of October 1 the association's numbers were: 5,515 members 156 clubs 599 sanctions The membership is our highest in 20 years.

This past year USATF-NE held one of the most complete calendars of championship events and grand prix series in the country for its members, covering all areas. Five national championships took place in the region, affording competition against and viewing of the country’s elites.

The association continued to provide a wide array of services to events, from developmental opportunities and clinics to supporting US record performances.

The association maintains good relations with other larger organizations in the sport in the region. A Level I school was held in August, and an ongoing clinic program for the weight throw is producing good results. A new series of clinics focusing on youth athletics and new/ novice coaches will be rolled out in 2016.

Facility access continues to be a challenge for both events and clubs. As USATF-NE events grow, it becomes more difficult to find and gain access to facilities that can conduct complete meets at an economical cost, while clubs are finding similar situations for practices, par-

ticularly if they are looking to use field event equipment. Still, we maintain positive relations with the many facilities that allow us to host open and championship events around the association including, among others, Boston Parks, Fitchburg State University, Freestyle Farm, Deerfield Park for our Junior Olympics championship events, Manning Stadium in Lynn, and the Reggie Lewis Center near Boston.

USATF-NE received full national accreditation based on a combination of events, programs, and management requirements.

An important achievement in 2015 was the first comprehensive review of the

association in many years. It took significant time and work, but has produced a good list of ways to improve association activities over a 1-3-year timeline. Three working committees were established: Culture, Operations, and Marketing. The committees will identify and prioritize areas of improvement and set timelines to carry out the improvements. Some of the first jobs we’ll tackle will be website redesign, grant program restructuring, and board communication.

All USATF-certified officials and youth club coaches will be required to complete the new Olympic Committee SafeSport by Dec. 31, 2015 to maintain active status. The course, focusing on the coach–youth athlete relationship, is online. Details will be sent out by email.

Elections were limited to sports chairs and athlete representatives in 2015.

Three newcomers will join the board: George Braun (Cross Country Chair/HFC Striders), Kevin Chu (Athlete Rep/Sprinticity), and Rich Hartnett (Gr.Boston TC/Athlete Rep).

Seventeen delegates to the national annual meeting were selected to represent the association in Houston Dec. 3–6.

Athlete of the Month presentations were made at the start the meeting, recognizing the winners from the previous 12 months. See the website for names.

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The NE Distance (NED) program was awarded a $2,000 grant to foster and expand middle school development of cross country programs in Rhode Island.

In 2014 the organization revitalized middle school cross country in Woonsocket, which had been eliminated due to budget cuts—and numbers are up in 2015. This

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year, NED began a program for and with the cooperation of the city of Providence, attracting 300 young runners in its first week.

By providing the basics, we expect many of these kids to take part in USATF youth activities beyond the middle school program.

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USATF-NE OPEN AND MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS Friday–Saturday, July 24–25, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester MA

A storm postponed the Open/Masters Championship meet from June to July, and it took a bit of hustling to find a new facility and date. With the cooperation of Holy Cross and the Central Mass Track & Field Academy, the rescheduled meet came to the excellent Worcester facility for the first (and hopefully not the last) time with great success.

Sprinticity of Burlington VT won its first-ever New England women’s team title, the first time in 10 years that Greater Boston didn’t top the standings. Their men also fell short, placing second to GBTC. Outstanding open athlete, based on IAAF point tables, was shot put winner Nate Hunter. Top masters athlete age-graded scorers were Katharine Montstream (Sprinticity) and Andy Junas (Eliot TC). Each received a cash prize.

Open/Results Women Team Scores 1. Sprinticity, 38; 2. Greater Boston TC, 16; 3. Providence Cobras, Waltham TC, 15; 5. MassVelocity, Twilight Throwers, 14; 7. Liberty AC, New Balance Boston, New England Pole Vault, New England Walkers, 5; 11. Patriot PV and Sisu Project, 3.

PC PC Sprinticity unat NBB AC unat Sprinticity

12.82 26.76 1:08.80 3:18.60 5:25.24 27:21.01 16.79 1:12.43

Clare Martin Siana Emery

Claire Boughton Lauren Kuntz Muriel Schwinn Whitney Jackson Gabby Eldridge Sarah Thornton Emily Senatore Reece Schachne

WTC unat Sprinticity Sprinticity unat unat GBTC PC unat GBTC unat unat

5:03.81 8:43.70 56.23 4:48.99 1.52m/4'11.75" 3.65m/12'0" 4.89m/16'0.5" 10.85m/35'7.25" 10.71m/35'1.75" 43.26m/141'11" 34.31m/112'7" 38.77m/127'2"

Central Park TC unat unat GBTC GSH GBTC unat Sprinticity SISU NEW Sprinticity GBTC GBTC unat GBTC Garden State TC GBTC GBTC GBTC Twilight Throwers

10.55 22.94 47.59 1:58.59 4:30.67 15:30.74 14.00 55.79 9:58.95 10:09.06 44.08 3:29.54 2.14m/7'0.25" 4.72m/15'6" 6.85m/22'5.75" 15.84m/51'11.75" 18.82m/61'9" 47.86m/157'0" 64.54m/211'9" 51.29m/168'3"

Open/Results Men Team Scores 1. Greater Boston TC, 71; 2. Sprinticity, 52; 3. Eliot TC, MassVelocity, NE Walkers, SISU Project, 8; 7. Twilight Throwers, 7; 8. Gr.Springfield Harriers, MIT PVC, 7; 10. Central Mass Striders, HFC Striders, 3; 12. New Balance Boston, Patriot PV, 2.

Individual Winners 100 Jeremy Bascom 200 Emanuel DoDoo 400 Stephan James 800 Nikos Crist 1500 Francis Burdett 5000 Daniel Lewis 110H Ramon Sosa 400H Kevin Chu 3000SC Daniel Button 1 Mile RW Brian Savilonis 4x100 4x400 HJ Steven Vazquez PV Joseph Fogarsi LJ Craig Amado TJ Ronald Woodley SP Nate Hunter DT Andre Reid HT Timothy Morse JT John Ward

Sprinticity

Vera Vaitones

Sprinticity

Vera Vaitones

Individual Winners 100 Laura Murphy 200 Laura Murphy 400 Katharine Montstream 800 Tammy Harrison 1500 Jennifer Hegarty 5000 Karen Lein, Liberty 100H Madyson Plante 400H Lydia Pitts

1500SC 1 Mile RW 4x100 4x400 HJ PV LJ TJ SP DT HT JT

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Serafini, Misuraca wrap up series titles with wins at Lone Gull 10K The 2015 USATF-NE Road Racing Grand Prix series presented variety in all aspects.

The series took runners to all four Association states—Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont—and 12 athletes representing four states and five clubs captured open men’s and women’s titles in the seven races.

Katie Misuraca (BAA) and Louis Serafini (Heartbreakers) left nothing to chance, each one winning titles at the Lone Gull 10K, the final race in the series on Sept. 20, to secure the overall Grand Prix wins. The BAA men held off the Greater Boston Track Club, which won the Lone Gull title, but didn’t win by enough to top the Unicorns in the series. Millennium, the defending women’s champions, won Lone Gull and upset Whirlaway women for the overall series title.

A run through the year’s events 10 mile runners battled the elements at the Five College Realtors 10 Miler in Amherst MA on Feb. 22. More than 350 USATF-NE members competed, with the BAA’s Eric Ashe and GBTC’s Laura Paulsen breaking the tape and leading their respective clubs to the team titles. Ashe and runner-up Ruben Sanca, 2014 USATF-NE GP champion, clocked identical times of 50:35, with Louis Serafini just 5 seconds behind. Paulsen edged teammate Kerri Leonhardt, 59:36 to 59:45. In age group competition, the BAA’s Chris Magill and Whirlaway’s Christin Donesky won their first USATF-NE masters title of the year, a prelude to dominant series wins.

Half Marathon—With winter hanging on, more than 470 members finished the New Bedford Half Marathon, the series’ largest race, on March 15. Providence College senior Brian Doyle (1:07:10) crossed the line second overall and first USATF-NE

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2015 USATF-NE GRAND PRIX INDIVIDUAL Men’s Open Louis Serafini Matt Pelletier Dan Vassallo Ruben Sanca Teage O’Connor Glarius Rop Men 40–44 Christopher Magill Dave Dechellis Joseph Navas Alan Bernier James Pawlicki Men 45–49 Binney Mitchell Joe Shairs Greg Putnam Wayne Levy Keven O’Neil

HBK Unat CMS WRT GMAA RUN BAA WRT WRT CMS CMS GMAA CMS CMS BAA BAA

54 49 33 22 19 19 65 41 37 36 35 55 50 40 39 38

Men 50–54 Christopher Lawrence Michael Cooney Douglas Martyn Daniel Verrington Tom Thurston Alejandro Heuck

BAA WRT WRT CMS GMAA GSH

62 38 38 35 28 28

Men 55–59 Jim Miller Doug Martyn John Griego Craig Fram Paul Hammond

GMAA WRT CMS WRT WRT

46 40 36 27 24

Men 60–64 Ken Goodin Steve O’Neil James Wilson George Braun John Barbour

GLRR GSH BAA HFC GLRR

57 47 38 32 30

Men 65–69 Nicholas Kanaracus James Burnett Tom Derderian Gordon MacFarland Frank Rucki

GLRR GCS GBTC CSU GSH

35 34 29 29 27

Men 70+ Robert Knight Rick Stetson Sumner Brown Joe Noonan John Hackney

GCS NE65+ CSU NE65+ GMAA

59 53 49 47 30

Women’s Open Katie Misuraca Laura Hagley Laura Paulsen Kasie Enman Kerri Leonhardt

BAA MIL GBTC GMAA GBTC

40 37 28 23 20

Women 40–44 Christin Doneski Deborah Slason Regina Loiacano Vanessa Diana Amanda McCann

WRT MIL CMS WMDP GCS

62 37 35 30 24

Women 45–49 Nadine Palmer Mimi Fallon Vanessa Diana Lisa Chase Barbara McManus

WRT BAA WMDP WMDP CMS

59 40 32 30 22

Women 50–54 Maria Servin Lisa Zappala Maria Conley Trish Bourne Maureen Larkin

WRT WRT GNR GLRR GNR

63 50 43 36 35

Women 55–59 Jacqueline Shakar Susan Hackney Nancy Corsaro Pat Clark Carol Hurley

CSU GMAA WRT CMS CMS

65 56 51 26 23

Women 60–64 Karen Durante Elizabeth Cooney Sidney Letendre Lisa Doucett Barbara Grandberg

WRT SRR CMS CSU SRR

30 30 28 23 20

Women 65–69 Aline Kenney Linda Usher Linda Desjardins Bonnie Hallinan Mary Tyler

GCS CMS NSS NSS TVFR

48 30 18 16 15

Women 70+ Jan Holmquist Hazel Palmer

WRT GLRR

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member. He sported the same Johnson & Wales uniform his late father wore when he won the inaugural New Bedford Half in 1978. The BAA’s Hilary Dionne crossed first for women in 1:14:01. Whirlaway’s Jan Holmquist set a pending national F70–74 age group record by nearly 3 minutes with a 1:44:43.

Marathon—Local favorite Kasie Enman (2:49:03) won the Memorial Day weekend Vermont City Marathon in Burlington and led the Green Mountain AA to the women’s open team title, one of five team titles captured by the home club. In addition to the wins, GMAA took second to Whirlaway Racing Team’s 40+ and 50+ women in the only two contested age categories. Rhode Island’s Matt Pelletier won his fifth VCM title in 2:19:12.

5K—Despite hot temperatures, runners took advantage of the net downhill at New Hampshire’s June 11 Hollis Fast 5K, with 13 under 15:00, 53 sub-16:00, and 105 cracking 17:00. Louis Serafini (14:14) of Heartbreakers won his first USATF-NE title, with US Olympic Trials qualifying marathoners Dan Vassallo (CMS) and Matt Pelletier taking the next two spots in 14:18 and 14:27.

Laura Paulsen won her second title of the year in 16:18, with Millennium’s Lorna Young second in 16:24 and ageless 44-year-old Kara Haas third in 16:41.

5 Mile—Cool summer temperatures and stellar competition led to more fast times at the seaside Bobby Doyle 5 Mile Summer Classic in Narragansett RI on Aug. 9.

The BAA’s Dan Lowrey (23:52) and Providence College graduate student Laura Nagel (26:40), a New Zealand native, took the New England titles. Serafini, Team RUN’s Glarius Rop, BAA’s Brian Harvey, and Sanca crossed within 30 seconds of Lowrey. The BAA won both open team titles, with second-place Heather Cap-

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pello leading the charge for the women.

Holmquist clocked another pending 70–74 US age group record of 36:41.

20K—The Seasons 20K traversed rolling rural roads past apple orchards in Acton MA on a warm Labor Day weekend. The BAA’s Ethan Shaw (1:02:55) and Dirigo’s Erica Jesseman (1:13:54) won NE titles and led their teams to wins. Leading the same teams to masters wins, Magill (1:11:17) and Sheri Piers (1:15:40) took the individual masters crowns. Chris Lawrence (BAA) and Maria Luisa Servin (Whirlaway) secured their spots atop the overall series standings in the 50–54 age bracket with age group wins.

Thomas Cole, SRR

10K—Serafini pulled away from last year’s series winner Ruben Sanca in the final stretch of the Lone Gull 10K on Sept. 20 to secure his spot as Grand Prix champion. Misuraca, running in her hometown of Gloucester MA, stayed ahead of Laura Hagley to win the 10K as well as the series. Hagley led her Millennium squad to the team 10K title, and the NH club surpassed the Whirlaway women for the series win. The Whirlaway women kept their comfortable series leads in masters and seniors categories, staying just ahead of the North Shore Striders to win the veteran’s age group also. On the men’s side, the BAA won the open race and edged out CMS for the masters series win. Whirlaway took the seniors series, while Greater Lowell’s veterans and NE 65+ grand veterans capped off series division dominance with race titles.

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2015 USATF-NE GRAND PRIX TEAM Men’s Open Boston Athletic Association Greater Boston Track Club Whirlaway Racing Team Central Mass Striders Team RUN Green Mountain AA Millennium Running SISU Project Greater Lowell Road Runners Cambridge Running Club Dirigo RC Somerville Road Runners Greater Springfield Harriers Gate City Striders Cambridge Sports Union HFC Striders Forest Hills Runners North Medford Club North Shore Striders New England 65+ Heartbreak Hill Striders

95 94 92 87 77 63 52 52 39 33 32 29 28 25 18 16 8 5 3 1 1

Men 40+ Boston Athletic Association Central Mass Striders Whirlaway Racing Team Green Mountain AA Greater Lowell Road Runners Greater Springfield Harriers Gate City Striders Cambridge Sports Union Dirigo RC Somerville Road Runners HFC Striders Cambridge Running Club North Medford Club SISU Project North Shore Striders New England 65+ Heartbreak Hill Striders

66 64 51 44 37 31 28 17 15 11 10 5 4 3 3 1 1

Men 50+ Whirlaway Racing Team Green Mountain AA Central Mass Striders Greater Lowell Road Runners Boston Athletic Association Greater Springfield Harriers Cambridge Sports Union Gate City Striders Somerville Road Runners North Medford Club HFC Striders North Shore Striders New England 65+ Heartbreak Hill Striders

47 38 38 34 21 20 15 10 5 5 5 3 1 1

Men 60+ Greater Lowell Road Runners Green Mountain AA Cambridge Sports Union Gate City Striders

39 21 20 17

Greater Springfield Harriers New England 65+ Somerville Road Runners North Shore Striders Heartbreak Hill Striders

17 12 4 4 1

Men 70+ New England 65+ Cambridge Sports Union North Shore Striders

25 21 10

Women’s Open Millennium Running Whirlaway Racing Team Greater Boston Track Club Craft Concept Racing Boston Athletic Association Western Mass Distance Project Central Mass Striders Greater Lowell Road Runners Green Mountain AA SISU Project Cambridge Running Club Cambridge Sports Union Gate City Striders Dirigo Running Club Greater Norwood Running Club Somerville Road Runners Forest Hills Runners Heartbreak Hill Striders North Shore Striders Liberty Athletic Club

75 74 69 63 60 58 53 41 37 35 25 20 15 14 14 10 4 3 3 2

Women 40+ Whirlaway Racing Team Central Mass Striders Western Mass Distance Project Green Mountain AA Greater Lowell Road Runners Cambridge Sports Union Millennium Running Gate City Striders Greater Norwood Running Club Boston Athletic Association Dirigo Running Club Somerville Road Runners North Shore Striders

60 40 36 34 31 24 23 20 13 13 9 7 3

Women 50+ Whirlaway Racing Team Cambridge Sports Union Green Mountain AA Central Mass Striders Greater Lowell Road Runners Gate City Striders Greater Norwood Running Club North Shore Striders Somerville Road Runners

43 26 25 18 15 7 6 4 3

Women 60+ Whirlaway Racing Team North Shore Striders

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2015 IRON RUNNERS

2015 GRAND PRIX IRON RUNNERS

Sixty-six runners completed all seven road running championship events ranging from 5K to the marathon. Each will receive a commemorative jacket. Runners ranged from rank-and-file runners to age division series winners.

Whirlaway Racing Team North Medford Club Greater Lowell RR Whirlaway Racing Team Central Mass Striders Green Mountain AA Gate City Striders Gate City Striders Central Mass Striders Gate City Striders Whirlaway Racing Team Gate City Striders Greater Norwood RC Whirlaway Racing Team Whirlaway Racing Team Greater Lowell RR North Medford Club SISU Project Green Mountain AA Greater Lowell RR Central Mass Striders Greater Lowell RR Unattached Central Mass Striders Whirlaway Racing Team SISU Project Greater Lowell RR SISU Project Gate City Striders Central Mass Striders Greater Norwood Running Club BAA Central Mass Striders BAA BAA Shamrock Running Club Gate City Striders BAA Green Mountain AA Greater Lowell RR Gate City Striders New England 65+ Gr. Springfield Harriers Whirlaway Racing Team Whirlaway Racing Team Central Mass Striders Unattached

Somerville Road Runners Greater Lowell RR Greater Norwood Running Club Gate City Striders Cambridge Sports Union Central Mass Striders Central Mass Striders

Louis Saviano Maria Servin Joe Shairs Jacqueline Shakar Carole Singelais Rick Stetson Thomas Stracqualursi Daniel Verrington Delwyn Williamson Michael Wright

Millennium Running Whirlaway Racing Team Central Mass Striders Cambridge Sports Union Gate City Striders New England 65+ Colonial Road Runners Central Mass Striders Cambridge Sports Union Gate City Striders

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Patrick Ard Michael Auger Chris Basha Amy Bernard Arthur Besse Mike Bessette Louise Campbell Robert Chisholm Patricia Clark Emmet Clifford Lindsay Close Murray Collette Maria Conley Michael Cooney Christin Doneski Nancy Dorn Stephen Drouin Kris Francis Sarah Francisco Candice Gagnon William Gonsorcik Ken Goodin Thomas Grenier John Griego Christopher Hamel Kacey Hill EJ Hrynowski John Kleschinsky Robert Knight David Lapierre Maureen Larkin Christopher Lawrence Scott Leslie Wayne Levy Christopher Magill Matthew Manney Amanda McCann Michael McGrane Binney Mitchell Kyung Nam Brandyn Naro Joe Noonan Steve O’Neil Jose Ortiz Nadine Palmer James Pawlicki Matt Pelletier

Pensri Pilotte Dennis Price David Reavill Lea Reilly Robert Riordan Annie Ryan Philip Savoy Jr.

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Whirlaway Racing Team

2016 GRAND PRIX SERIES

How are the series races decided?

Interested race organizers must submit a bid application form providing information on their event. They must provide a discounted entry fee for USATF-NE members, offer a minimum of $2,000 in team prize money, and be run on a certified course.

All bidders will be invited to a presentation meeting on Monday, Nov. 2, where event reps will give an overview of their race and answer questions posed by the Long Distance Running Committee and USATF-NE members.

Following the meeting a working committee will weigh the events based on date, location, and offering. Then the committee will create several slates of events—either full or by event—for the membership to select. Voting will be done online at the end of November, and the series will be announced in early December.

Bid forms and bidding information are available at www.usatfne.org/gp.

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RECOGNITION Four names long involved with the Northeast Delta Dental Mount Washington Road Race are 2015 inductees for the race's Hall of Fame. The Hall was established to honor the most memorable performers and contributors to the event’s history.

This year’s inductees include threetime winner Eric Blake (W.Hartford CT), one of only eight to have broken 1:00:00 on the course; Eleonora Mendonca (CSU/Cape Cod MA), three-time winner and two-time record breaker; Eric Morse (CMS/Berlin VT), three-time runner-up with 10 top-five finishes, and the late Peter Watson (Team Gloucester/Rockport MA), a 23-time finisher who tirelessly publicized and promoted the event.

The Hall of Fame has a newly designed website: mwrrhalloffame.com.

Women’s distance running pioneer Sara Mae Berman (Cambridge Sports Union/Cambridge MA) was one of three individuals inducted into the Road Runners Club of America Hall of Fame. Threetime winner in the pre-official women’s division in the Boston Marathon, Berman was also one of the first women to compete in cross country locally and nationally.

This summer nine New England coaches completed the comprehensive USATF Level II Coaches School in the following specializatons: Sprints/Hurdles: Dawn Diedrickson (Scituate MA), Steve Suomi (Byfield MA), Toyin Augustus-Ikwuakor (Exeter NH) Combined Events: Brian Frodema (Northampton MA), Timothy Irish (Attleboro MA), Leo Mayo (Agawam MA) Endurance: Tricia Gabor (Chelmsford MA), Mary McCabe (Concord MA) Throws: Karl Mader (Mansfield MA) Boston University director of track & field Robyne Johnson was named assistant coach for Jumps/Combined Events for the 2016 USA Olympic Team. A former American record holder in the triple jump, Johnson participated in four US Olympic Trials herself. Men’s head coach is former Dartmouth head Vin Lananna, now director of TrackTown USA in Oregon.

Congratulations to the 2015 Mass State Track Coaches Association Hall of Fame inductees: Fred Jewett (Hingham), Bill Babcock (Lexington), Fernando Braz (Peabody), Joe Drugan (Hopedale), Bro. Miles McManus (Malden Catholic).

The Rhode Island Track Coaches Association Hall of Fame added five inductees in 2015: Dr. King Odell (Moses Brownn), Dave Federico and Ryan Palmer (Westerly), Steve Croughan (Middletown), Sheila Lagasse (Cranston West), and Bob Duarte (East Providence).

The US Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association announced a number of regional award winners. Recognizing coaches for successes during the 2015 season, the high school boys team Coach of the Year for each state included honorees Peter Comeau (Andover MA), Mike Lyford (Portsmouth NH), Vincent McGinn (La Salle RI), and Geoff Bennettt (South Burlington VT). Girls team coaches included Jamahl Prince (Cambridge R&L MA), Noah Pion (Bedford NH), John Marchand (Smithfield RI), and Chip Langmaid (St.Johhsbury VT).

The collegiate awards for Division I Northeast Region included New England athletes Emily Sisson (Track/Providence College) and Nikki Okwelogu (Field/Harvard). NE Women’s Coach of the Year is Jason Saretsky (Harvard) and Women’s assistant is Bob Hoppler (U.New Hampshire).

The Division III national Program of the Year award went to the MIT Women’s team. Placing across all three National championships (second XC, fourth Indoor TF, fifth Outdoor TF) put Tech on top.

Congratulations to coach Halston Taylor and his staff.

The 2015 Gatorade State High School Track & Field Athlete of the Year by state are noted below. Selection is based on athletic production and impact during the season. Winners must also demonstrate high academic achievement and exemplary personal character, including volunteerism, sportsmanship, and community leadership.

Winners from the USATF-NE states: MA: Sean Caveney (Andover), Brianna Duncan (Cambridge R&L) NH: Eli Moskowitz (Souhegan), Hannah Parker (Coe-Brown Northwood) RI: Jack Salisbury (La Salle Academy), Quashira McIntosh (Hope) VT: Alec Eschholz (Mount Mansfield), Kayla Gilding (South Burlington)

The Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Facility celebrates 20 years The iconic Reggie Lewis indoor track has supported the efforts of thousands of competitors at all levels and has improved scholastic indoor track immeasurably over two decades. A gala celebration was held on Oct. 2, with a goal of establishing an endowment to allow the site to make the improvements necessary to maintain it as a state-of-the-art facility. USATF-NE as a whole has benefited from “The Reggie” in many ways, from having a site to host youth meets and clinics to providing a site for numerous USA Masters Indoor Nationals to being a site where members can purchase passes to reliably access a quality practice facility. In light of all those benefits, USATF-NE has contributed $10,000 toward the endowment.

Passing Jim Chamberas, founder and president of Twilight Throwers, passed away peacefully on July 12. He was the person who decided that athletes needed a place to throw in New England and created his "Field of Dreams" at Chelmsford (MA) High School. He was a competitor, coach, official, meet director, father, husband, and friend of track & field.

Long time volunteer, NH HS announcer, and supporter Tom McGrath passed on May 11 in Auburn NH. Jim Burgoyne

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ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

2015

New England has many outstanding athletes spanning the many events in the sport, and participants range from youth to masters.

Meet the 2015 USATF-NE Athletes of the Month.

Merrimack College

Bob Cedrone

Emerging Elite

APRIL

JANUARY Barrington (RI) HS senior Adam Kelly was undefeated in the 25 pound weight and threw over 80' three times in January, including a best of 83' on Jan. 29. Later in the year, Kelly went on to win the New Balance Indoor and Outdoor titles in the weight throw and hammer throw, respectively.

FEBRUARY Gloucester MA native Nate Hunter (Greater Boston TC) earned a bronze medal in the shot put at the USA Indoor Track & Field Championship held at Boston’s Reggie Lewis Center, throwing 19.07m. The former Northeastern U All-American has his sights set on the 2016 Olympic Trials.

MARCH Providence College MBA student Emily Sisson set an indoor collegiate 5000m record of 15:12.22 at the Big East Championship.

Two weeks later she won the 5000m title (15:32.15) at the NCAA Division I Championship and followed with a third in the 3000m (9:01.16). She later won the outdoor national 5000m. Sisson signed with New Balance.

At the James Joyce Ramble, serving as the USA Masters 10K Road Championship, Jan Holmquist (Whirlaway Racing Team) not only won the W70–74 title, but also broke her age group record with a 45:19 to add to her age group records for 5K (22:16), 10 miles (1:21:40), and half marathon (1:44:33).

Later in the year she set a pending world age group record for 1 mile (6:37.21) and American records for 5 miles (36:41) and the 1hour run (7.52 miles). The MSPCA exec volunteers as president of the New England 65+ Runners Club and as masters LDR chair on the board of USATF-NE.

MAY Merrimack College sophomore Carly Muscaro, an Ashland (MA) HS graduate, won the 400m at the New England (NEICAA) Championship at MIT in 51.83, a meet and facility record. Muscaro’s time qualified her for the USATF championship and is the second fastest ever by a New England collegian. Muscaro also took second in the 400m (52.48) at the NCAA Division II Championship.

JUNE Bedford (MA) HS senior Erin Dietz capped off a successful scholastic career with a spectacular summer. Following her high school team season, the Emerging Elite club runner finished second in the 5000m (16:38.17) at the New Balance Outdoor Nationals and at the USATF Junior Outdoor Championship she took second in the 3000m (9:37.41), qualifying for the PamAmerican Junior Championship. Later in the summer she won the gold at the Pan-Ams. Dietz is now a student-athlete at Harvard.

JULY Bob Cedrone (Twilight Throwers) recovered from hip replacements and a subsequent broken metal rod in his hip to compete at a high level in the throws. In July he won the USATF East Region Ultraweight Pentathlon, with a pending American M60–64 record of 4844 points. At the USATF Masters Outdoor Championship he won the M60 hammer (157'0") and weight (59'1.75").

Cedrone dedicated his Athlete of the Month award to Jim Chamberas, founder of the Twilight Throwers, who passed away this summer.

AUGUST Flo Meiler (Mass Velocity TC) only took up track & field in her 60s after competing at water-skiing and tennis. Age 81, shenow succeeds in track & field at the world level.

She won 10 medals at the World Masters Championship in Lyon, France in August. The Vermonter took gold in the heptathlon, 2000m steeplechase, 4x100m (all pending world records), pole vault and triple jump (pending US record). She took silver in the high jump, 200m hurdles, long jump, and 80m hurdles, and bronze in the discus.

SEPTEMBER Sarah Bard (Craft Concept Racing), a Wellesley College alum, has moved up to ultra distance races with success. She placed fourth at the IAU World 100 Kilometer Championship held in the Netherlands, helping Team USA to the team gold medal.

Her time of 7:29:01 ranks in the top 10 ever by US women.

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If ever a moment exemplified the fine, fickle margins that separate agony from ecstasy, success from failure in sport, it was the climax of the women’s 10,000m final at August's IAAF World Championships in Beijing.

For one American athlete—Emily Infeld— there was stunned joy at the finish, the 25year-old’s face lighting up in a glow of jubilation after snatching a surprise bronze medal.

For US teammate Molly Huddle, though—who had eased up in the final 20 metres, surrendering third place just before the finish—there was nothing but a horrified look of despair.

It was the full spectrum of everything this sport is: clinically objective, sometimes grossly unfair, emotionally uplifting, but often cloaked in gut-wrenching dejection.

For the victorious to be anointed as champions, dozens of others must steal away defeated – the burden of failure coming to rest on their tactics, their training or flaw.

For Molly Huddle, though, there was no one to blame but herself, and the 30-yearold—who had taken the lead for much of the final kilometer, only to surrender the bronze medal right on the line—knew as much afterwards.

“I blew it, pretty much,” she said. “I let up, and Emily was right there with more momentum. I thought there was no one battling me down the home stretch, but she was there the whole way, and I just wish I had that one last step.”

With Vivian Cheruiyot of Kenya taking gold in 31:41.31 and Gelete Burka of Ethiopia silver in 31:41.77, it was left to Huddle and Infeld to scrap for the bronze, and though Infeld was visibly delighted to come out on top, she couldn’t help but feel for her older teammate.

“It stinks, because she’s worked so hard,” said Infeld. “Molly is so great, so sweet. I saw her after the race and immediately burst into tears and [Huddle] said, ‘Those better be happy tears.’ I just wanted to give her a hug, but there was nothing really you can say.”

Afterward, Huddle bravely faced the press and tried to summon some words to describe the race, but Infeld was right; in a situation like that, what could she say to make it better?

“I blew it in the last steps,” said Huddle.

“I don’t know when that chance will come again. The Olympics are usually really fast from the gun. I’m old, so I’m probably not going to get another one of those. This will take a lot of time to get over.”

Get over it, though, she did.

Showing a level of resilience for which she has become renowned, Huddle bounced back from the sucker-punch of Beijing by taking victory at the US 20K Championships in New Haven, CT on Sept. 7, before going on to win the US 5K Championships in Providence on Sept. 20, running 15:12.

While Huddle may not be keen to relive the pain of Beijing, her misfortune was what allowed her younger teammate to step into the international limelight for the first time, and Infeld, at least, will have happily replayed the race several times over the past month.

“I had no idea I got it,” said Infeld of her photo finish with Huddle. “I saw Molly letting up. She didn’t know how close I was. I was trying to give it everything I had right to the line.”

That lesson, it turns out, had been drilled into her by her Bowerman Track Club training partner, Shalane Flanagan, over the previous couple months.

At the US Championships in late June, Infeld surprised many by making the team, but not Flanagan, who had trained alongside Infeld and mentored her for much of the year.

“We’ve been all about closing,” said Flanagan in Beijing, shortly after finishing sixth in the final in 31:46.23. “I beat Emily at Nationals, and we’ve been working on running through the line since then. I feel like I’m living vicariously through her. We literally do everything together, and I’m taking a lot of pride in what she’s done.”

In Beijing, Infeld was quick to credit the influence of Flanagan after a year in which she returned from the depths of injury hell in February—having not run a step in two months due to a sacral stress fracture—to become a global medalist in August.

“I have the best teammates. I’m so grateful to them,” said Infeld. “Shalane is phenom-

enal; she works so hard, loves it so much, and is so dedicated. It’s one of those things you have to fully commit to, and she does it the right way. It’s a lifestyle.”

On the six months leading up to Beijing, Infeld lived that lifestyle like never before.

After coming back from injury, Infeld hit the pool for two to three hours a day through the spring to regain fitness for the outdoor season, but it was a slow process.

It wasn’t until the US Championships in June that the World Championships loomed as a realistic proposition. A medal was never in her mind, at least not until coach Jerry Schumacher spoke to her and Flanagan shortly before the event got under way.

“Coming into Beijing, Jerry said to us, ‘You have a chance to medal. You guys are just as good as Molly. The Americans can do something really, really special,’” recalled Infeld.

As the 10,000m field entered the final kilometer, Flanagan realized Schumacher’s confidence was well-founded. “I was getting chills those last few laps,” she said. “We had three American women fighting for medals.

The coaches told us all three women can be contending. I believed them, but didn’t believe as much in myself.”

Though Flanagan had to make do with sixth, and Huddle fourth, their effort wasn’t forgotten despite Infeld deservedly taking the limelight with her bronze medal.

The race, in the end, was many things: It was a lesson to Huddle and young athletes everywhere about the importance of running through the line. It was a demonstration of the value of persistence and never-say-die attitude by Emily Infeld, while it was also an exposition of all that’s beautiful and brutal about high-level sport.

Above all, though, it was proof—if it were needed—that when it comes to US distance running, the tide is irrepressibly rising once more.

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People make the shoes you run in. There are people who design them; people who develop them; people who assemble them; and people who sell them.

We’re the people who get an early look, take the opportunity to test, and then review the shoes that eventually make their way to the stores which sell them to you. We thank you for your trust, and we hope that our efforts are valuable to you. The process of developing the content for our shoe reviews involves a lot of running, meetings, running, phone calls, running, emails, running, research, running, travel, running, writing, and finally, running. If it seems as if there’s a theme about running, you can rest assured that first and foremost, running shoes are about running.

There are improvements in the materials we’re seeing in these shoes, as well as some new approaches, new patents, and the adoption of new practices. What results is a tremendous amount of parity among many of the brands. Because there are so many good shoes, it’s more important than ever to find the shoes which work best for you. I’m frequently asked, “Who makes the best running shoes?” I can honestly say that there are some shoes from each of the brands that work for me. That said, there are some that fit and work better than others, and just like you, I’m always looking for the shoes which work best for me. We’ve said it many times before, and it remains true: Use this guide as a starting point, then try to make your first stop a running specialty store to find the best running shoes for you.

— Cregg Weinmann, Running Shoe Reviewer for the Running Network, LLC

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2015 Fall Shoe Review Welcome to our 2015 Fall Shoe Review, your guide to some of the best running shoes in the marketplace. It’s the result of a lot of hard work by our team, but remember that it’s only a start. Read through our reviews, then head to your local running store. Try on 6–7 different shoes, run in them, talk to the staff, and figure out which is the best shoe for you.

Local running stores are a huge part of the running culture. In the early days of the first running boom, the local running store was a place to hang out, check out products, find your next race, and get training tips. My store was Goettelmann’s Ryan’s Sports in California’s Silicon Valley.

Gary Goettlemann was—and still is at heart—a real runner, doing track, cross country, and marathons. Through runs with him, talking with him, reading from his stack of old magazines (full confession: I still have one of his Track & Field News issues from July 1974), I learned about our sport.

It was perhaps 1977 or ’78 when I first went to Gary’s store. Now a few decades later, Gary and his son Steve run the shop together. If you want to be patronized, please go to another running store. But if you want honest comments on what shoes could work for you, how to improve your training, and how running can positively impact your life, then by all means ask Gary or Steve.

Gary influenced me in many ways. One of my favorite memories was when I was trying to break 33 minutes for the 10K. I had tried and tried, and it just wasn’t happening. Gary looked at me and said, “Maybe it’s not to be.” Those words got me so wound up that I focused on the training I was missing and about a month later I broke 33 minutes for the first time.

When I returned to the store to show Gary, he smiled and said, “I knew you could do it.”

Read our reviews, then go ask some questions at your local running store. If you need help finding a great store in your area, email me at runblogrun@gmail.com with the subject line “running stores,” and I’ll help you find one.

All of the good running stores have characters—and we all need a few good characters in our lives.

Larry Eder Publishing Director FORTIUS Media Group, LLC

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MOTION STABILIZING 361º Sensation

NEW SHOE Fall 2015

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120

adidas Supernova Sequence Boost 8

Motion Stabilizing Fall 2015

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130

ASICS GT-1000 4

The new Sensation is a shoe from a brand that’s new to the U.S. market, though 361º isn’t new to shoemaking, having produced some award-winning shoes for other companies.

The details in the Sensation evidence a mature approach to design and a familiarity with the craft of shoemaking. The upper is straightforward, with open minimesh and traditional overlays offering a well-supported fit and good breathability. The midsole is a two-part system: a lower portion of quality dual-density EVA with a post to stabilize the foot and an upper element that’s a new proprietary process of plastic-coated foam, called Quickfoam, that offers an outstanding ride. The outersole is a proven setup of blown rubber in the forefoot and carbon rubber in the heel, resulting in good flexibility and durable traction. The sole is well-segmented, allowing the foot to flex throughout the gait.

The effectiveness, ride, and quality construction of the Sensation earned it our award for Best New Shoe.

The art of the update is a delicate dance in which both designer and runner hope for the best. The Supernova Sequence Boost 8 is updated with some new touches that will be appreciated as all of the vital parts of the previous version remain intact. The upper is closed mesh with no-sew overlays in the forefoot, more open than previously and with better toe room. The gusseted tongue continues, and the saddle is brawnier, although the pliable material holds the foot well without feeling stiff or irritating. The interior’s lining is smooth enough for sockless wear, if that’s your preference, and it offers a fairly plush feel. Minor adjustments have been made to the midsole components so there’s a bit more support medially, and the lateral side exposes more Boost foam, adding a bit more flexibility in the forefoot. The Continental rubber outersole continues as before, with its proven durability and effective traction. The fit, stability, and ride of the Supernova Sequence Boost 8 earned our award for Best Shoe in the Motion Stabilizing category.

For more than two decades, the foundational shoes of the 1000 series have represented value and performance to runners. Round 4 of the GT-1000 has developed into a full-featured stability shoe, providing value without cutting corners. The upper is an engineered mesh (with a bit of stretch to it) that breathes well and holds the foot securely without needless friction. The midsole features a traditional medial post, which shores up the arch and stabilizes the overpronating foot. The midsole is sculpted to flex with the foot, and a crashpad under almost the entire heel facilitates the touchdown of heelstrikers in a most accommodating way. The outersole is AHAR+ carbon rubber in the heel, with blown rubber in the forefoot and segmented throughout to allow foot flexion in its most natural manner. All in all the GT-1000 4 delivers stability, solid performance, and value without stressing the budget.

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100

Mizuno Wave Paradox 2

The Paradox carries on Mizuno’s tradition of motion stabilizing shoes, managing the heavy-duty motion end of the tandem, the counterpart to the Wave Inspire. The upper has been completely rebuilt, gone are the welded overlays that covered the entire upper in Round 1. Instead there’s a uniformly woven fabric supported by traditional overlays and is tied to the Runbird logo, which forms a saddle-like midfoot support. The midsole is U4ic foam, sculpted for support, but a nicely cushioned layer that responds well to the road. The asymmetrical wave plate is solid for stability; here it’s a full-length version with a springy forefoot. A foam Strobel board offers a cushier feel. The outersole is full-contact, X10 carbon rubber in the heel and blown rubber in the forefoot with Mizuno’s Smooth Ride technology laterally. The flex grooves are oriented to forward motion, with an eye to curbing excess inward roll. Round 2 Paradox is deserving of your consideration, as its aesthetics belie its seriously stable nature.

$

135

Saucony Omni 14

$

130

Saucony has had a strong reputation for motion stabilizing shoes. As has been true since its introduction near the turn of the millennium, the Omni does its job effectively without much fanfare. The upper continues with a stretch mesh similar to Round 13, with some of the traditional synthetic leather overlays replaced by no-sew suede with a softer feel to the support. The midsole is slightly reshaped, deeper flex grooves into the sidewall allow for better flexibility, and a larger crashpad softens the touchdown. The second density extends a bit further, stopping behind the first metatarsal region. The outersole features the same placement of flex grooves in the same radial design as before, but the sculpting of the lateral side allows more give to the pods. The medial side is slightly more supportive, with new shaping, which also lends a bit more durability. The nudge from the accumulated changes wrings out a little more performance from a shoe that was already a successful performer—good news to those in need of a supportive shoe.

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“Has a good secure fit and a quality feel to it. Good amount of cushion—bouncy even—and a good stable base.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 6–12,13,14; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 11.7 oz. (size 11); Women 9.5 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to moderate overpronation

“The heel surrounds and holds the back of the foot very securely. Fits well with good toe room. The Boost foam gives the shoes a lively feel despite being a stability shoe.”

Updates the Supernova Sequence Boost 7 Sizes: Men 6.5–13,14,15; Women 5–12 Weight: 11.9 oz. (men’s 11); 9.5 oz. (women’s 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate overpronation

“Really good fit, roomy and flexible in the toes, and cupped the heel well. Nice cushion; good stable feel. It was a really good shoe for me.”

Updates the GT-1000 3 Sizes: Men 6–13,14,15,16,17 D,2E,4E; Women 5–12 B,D Weight: Men 12.9 oz. (size 11); Women 10.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to moderate overpronation

“Really, really stable. No, I mean really stable. Fit great, springy, this one is for serious mileage.”

Updates the Wave Paradox Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15,16 D,2E; Women 6–12 B,D Weight: Men 13.5 oz. (size 11); Women 10.6 oz. (size 8) Shape: semistraight Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, U4ic foam Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with moderate to severe overpronation

“Super solid feel, and nicely finished—pretty plush interior. Really stable through the arch, and really flexible where it needs it.”

Updates the Omni 13 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15 D,2E; Women 5–12 A,B,D Weight: Men 11.4 oz. (size 11); Women 9.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: low- to medium-arched feet with mild to moderate overpronation

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MOTION STABILIZING Under Armour Charged Bandit

$

100

The Charged Bandit is a bit of a hybrid in the Under Armour running line, with a more mainline approach than its siblings. Using a traditional construction approach, the upper is engineered mesh called Armour-Vent, with no-sew welded overlays lending structure and support (as well as prominently displaying the UA logo). The midsole is a multidensity EVA, with an insert of UA’s Charged foam under the forefoot. A thermoplastic medial support lends a touch of stability to the ride, effective for minimal wobble (though for many that’s enough), especially when it’s coupled with full-contact geometry as it is here. If you’re flat on the ground, it’s hard to wobble. Add another layer of Charged foam in the insole that rides on top of an EVA Strobel board, and the package is complete. The full-contact outersole has been pared back, both saving weight and improving flexibility.

The rubber compound is pretty sturdy—all the better to pile on the miles. Overall, the Charged Bandit is quite a good buy, delivering cushioning and durability.

“Fit was pretty good, room for the toes, and flexed well. Good cushion and pretty stable. They even look pretty decent.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 7–12,13,14,15; Women 5–11,12 Weight: Men 11.3 oz. (size 11); Women 9.2 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation

PERFORMANCE adidas Boston Boost

What do you do when you’re named after the world’s most iconic marathon? If you’re the Boston Boost, you wear it with pride. In this round (the second to be “Boosted”), the focus is on lightening things up. The upper features two kinds of forefoot mesh that are layered with a small mesh near the foot, a more open mesh on the outside, with a traditional overlay at the toe of microsuede and a saddle of the same, incorporating the logo stripes. The rearfoot uses a thin, minimesh and a stitched heel counter to provide support. Breathability is maximized: The linings are kept to a minimum, but are sufficient for comfort. The midsole is still Boost foam supported by a frame of EVA, though the percentage of the heavier Boost is increased for better rebound. Even so, the overall weight is reduced a bit, and the improved cushioning adds to the bargain. The outersole is the same proven Continental rubber, which continues to be effective for adidas users.

The Boston Boost is a great choice for faster running, long races, and even a share of your daily training.

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120

Altra is known for zero-drop running shoes that match the shape of your foot. The Torin was the first of the Altra shoes to dip a toe into the mainstream running shoe scene.

Round 1.0 employed a traditional approach with materials, but used a flat last with an oversized toebox and, like many of the brand’s shoes, has gained a growing following of runners. Version 2.0 steps things up a notch. The upper is a closed minimesh with no-sew overlays, minimal heel and toe structure (though enough to do the job), and a smooth, roomy interior, especially up front. Taking a page from almost every brand on the market, they have a proprietary midsole foam—called A-bound—and it’s nicely resilient with good cushioning underfoot and, of course, zero-drop geometry. The outersole is carbon rubber, used sparingly in strips on the lateral side, at the heel, under the metatarsals, and at the big toe. The remainder of the sole is toughened A-bound, and it does the trick well. With attributes like these, the Torin is definitely a shoe worth considering.

Altra Torin 2.0

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125

HOKA ONE ONE Clifton 2

RENOVATION Fall 2015

$

130

New Balance Vazee Pace

Performance Fall 2015

$

110

The Clifton was a surprise when it came out last year: It was crazy light and cushioned to the max. Round 2 shares the ride and feel more broadly, thanks to some minor tailoring changes, but it really ups the performance level for more runners. Round 1 had few options to secure the shoe. Now an extra eyelet on either side allows the shoe to fit better, and the addition of foam in the tongue and ankle collar and a beefier insole improve comfort. More runners can experience the Clifton’s ride with these changes, but runners who found the forefoot snug before will probably have to size up. The midsole and outersole are unchanged: Again, don’t fix what ain’t broke. The shoe remains about as light as you get and with as much cushion as you need (or even a bit more). So recover to your heart’s content—or rock some big miles if that’s your thing. The Clifton 2 won’t care; but it’ll take care of you. No surprise that the Clifton 2 earned our award for Best Renovation.

The range of New Balance performance shoes has expanded over the past several seasons. The Vazee Pace replaces the 890, though it has a different fit, ride, and function.

Its name is a play on French slang meaning “let’s go,” because it can really go. The upper is mostly minimesh with traditional overlays over most of its surface. The heel employs a bellows-like construction that flexes as the foot moves, and allows the shoe to fit and adapt to the foot’s motion through the gait. The midfoot fit wraps the arch more effectively than previous New Balance shoes have—particularly for those runners with higher arches. The midsole is Revlite foam that’s lightweight, resilient, and nicely cushioned. The outersole is carbon rubber at the heel and toe and is segmented to better cover forefoot, midfoot, and rearfoot. Blown rubber provides durability in the midfoot section. The combination of fit, ride, and value earned the Vazee Pace our award for Best Performance shoe.

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“Close-fitting, stripped-down upper, but not uncomfortable. The ride is totally the ‘thing.’

They have great cushioning and they’re fast.”

Updates the Boston Boost Sizes: Men 6.5–13; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 9.4 oz. (size 11); Women 7.7 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

“Very comfortable. The fit has ample room for the toes and is secure enough in the heel. Plenty of bounce and pretty stable. I liked the feel.”

Updates the Torin 1.5 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 9.8 oz. (size 11); Women 7.6 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to very mild overpronation

“The upper fits snugly, securely, and [is] pretty smooth. Light[weight] and well-cushioned. They are really cushy.”

Updates the Clifton Sizes: Men 7.5–14; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 9.5 oz. (size 11); Women 7.6 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, perforated EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

“Perfect fit—and moves with the foot—with really great cushioning. Great for tempo runs, intervals, going for an iced beverage … you get the idea.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 7–13,14 D,2E; Women 6–11 B,D Weight: Men 8.9 oz. (size 11); Women 6.6 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to very mild overpronation

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PERFORMANCE Mizuno Sayonara 3

The Sayonara fills an important niche in Mizuno’s performance running line. Although Round 3 may look different, it functions similarly. The upper changes from the no-sew overlays over the entire surface to an open mesh with traditional overlays. The fit is a bit freer with the flexible stretch mesh, and the overlays and internal strapping effectively support the foot. The midsole maintains its 10mm geometry with the usual minor tweaks to the molding, but its effective cushioning continues, as does its good, full-contact stability—though with less of an assist from the waveplate. The outersole is X-10 rubber in the heel with a change to blown rubber in the forefoot. This combination provides reliable traction and good durability. The net effect here is a reasonably lightweight shoe that can hold up to all types of daily training.

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Nike Zoom Elite 8

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115

The Elite name has adorned Nike shoes for 40 years, with one thing in common: performance.

The Nike Zoom Elite 8 shares that legacy and backs it up quietly and efficiently. The upper is an engineered material called Flymesh, though here it’s two separate pieces seamed together and married by Flywire, which supports the fit of the lacing. The interior lining is smooth enough for sockless use, and the tongue is gusseted so that it stays in place and makes the lining almost continuous. The midsole is molded Phylon with a forefoot Zoom bag, and they combine well for protection and responsiveness and give the ride a good bounce. The outersole is divided into three zones: a forefoot of soft but durable blown rubber that holds up well, a midfoot that’s supported medially by waffles molded into the toughened Phylon midsole, and a heel and lateral midfoot of durable carbon rubber which provide an extra touch of stability. This is one of those “the sum is greater than its parts” equations, whether speeding through the fast stuff or adding some zip to your daily training.

“Good all-around shoe. Light enough for long races. Good cushioning. Fits well. Comfy for long runs. Have to say they did everything I needed.”

Updates the Sayonara 2 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 10.3 oz. (size 11); Women 8.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation

“Fit well in the toes; secure in the heel. Has a gofast feel, but also plenty of cushion, traction, and it adds in good looks to boot.”

Updates the Zoom Elite 7 Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 10.4 oz. (size 11); Women 8.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to very mild overpronation

NEUTRAL 361º Spire

As a new brand, all 361˚ shoes are new to our market, but they’re not unproven, having done factory work for other top brands. As its name suggests, the Spire is 361˚’s pinnacle shoe. The upper features quality stretch mesh, with a combination of traditional synthetic leather/suede and no-sew overlays. The midfoot benefits from a secure saddle, while the external thermoplastic heel counter keeps the rearfoot aligned. The midsole is where this shoe really shines: A new compound called Quickfoam produces a comfy ride and makes the shoe more responsive and bouncy than expected. The outersole is a typical setup: carbon rubber in the heel, blown rubber in the forefoot, and a thermoplastic shank for torsional support. The finish work here polishes the shoe with some quality touches, and the ride points to even better shoes to come.

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140

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 17

Long the workhorse in ASICS’ Neutral lineup, the Cumulus sports upgrades from top to bottom, improving its stock with Round 17. The upper is open mesh with no-sew overlays extending along its full length; only a stitched toe bumper and ankle collar take a traditional approach. The quality ankle and tongue linings give the interior a luxe feel.

The reshaped midsole employs the FluidRide system that features two layers of foam sandwiching heel and forefoot Gel elements. Each component contributes to the ride, providing a well-cushioned feel. The outersole is newly configured in a wavelike pattern that exposes more surface area, offering excellent grip and a touch more cushioning. The thorough overhaul of the Cumulus 17 has reinvigorated and raised the capabilities of this proven performer.

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120

Brooks Ghost 8

The Ghost has figured prominently in the success of Brooks’ running line, and Round 8 shows the good result of much effort. The upper shifts to an engineered mesh supported by no-sew overlays, and minimally stitched overlays at heel and toe lend necessary structure to those critical areas, improving the fit in the process. The midsole now features a full-length, lateral crashpad which aligns with the Omega groove and allows the foot some freedom to move in its gait. The good news for Ghost fans is that the cushy ride they relied on continues in Round 8—perhaps even a bit better. The outersole is similar to Round 7: a luggy series of carbon rubber strips on the edges with a section of blown rubber under the ball of the foot, each grouping segmented to allow the foot to flex and move. Put simply, it works. The result is a shoe that continues to provide cushioning, fit, and overall durability to a wide variety of runners.

$

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“Very comfortable fit with good quality linings.

Has a very smooth feel to the ride: plenty of cush but with really good rebound. They are really nice to run in.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 6–12,13,14; Women 5–12 B,D Weight: Men 11.5 oz. (size 11); Women 9.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

“Good ASICS fit, as expected. Snug heel with plenty of room for the toes. I was impressed by the great ride to the shoe.”

Updates the Gel-Cumulus 16 Sizes: Men 6–13,14,15,16,17 D,2E,4E; Women 5–12 B,D Weight: Men 12.9 oz. (size 11); Women 10.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

“Snug in the heel and soft inside. They feel good and protective. I’ve really piled on the miles in these.”

Updates the Ghost 7 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 11.8 oz. (size 11); Women 9.6 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

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NEUTRAL Round 13 of the Glycerin retains the best elements of its design and forges ahead. The midsole from Round 12 was then a step forward with new geometry, a new compound, and a new platform, all of which were well received. So why mess with success? The expectation that things can be improved sometimes pushes a good technology out too soon, so maintaining the midsole here is a positive move. The upper now features a closed minimesh with a stitched toecap, saddle, and heel. However, the upper has better stretch, and 3D-printed overlays shape and support the shoe with little impact on the interior. The ankle collar has a smoother feel, and the shoe’s interior (including the gusseted tongue) is uniform as well. The full-contact bottom continues as before: Its wellsegmented, omnidirectional design allows the foot to flex pretty much as it likes. While relatively lightly touched, this update is quite well done.

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Neutral Fall 2015

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Pearl Izumi Road N3

The Enigma has been the premier Neutral shoe in Mizuno’s line and features its most straightforward and signature waveplate. Round 5 has taken a serious step up in performance and comfort, which is a pleasant surprise and should be good news to Enigma fans. The upper returns to a wide-open mesh, with traditional overlays providing most of the support. The midsole continues with the same full-length waveplate and U4ic foam. New here is U4ic-X, a second full-length insert layer that adds a plusher feel to the ride. Another hidden upgrade is the foam Strobel board that adds another subtle comfort layer to the shoe directly beneath the good quality polyurethane insole. The outersole continues as before with X-10 carbon rubber in the heel, blown rubber in the forefoot, and segmented for good flexibility. The bottom line? The performance, fit, and ride of the Enigma 5 earned it our award for Best Shoe in the Neutral category.

On has gained a reputation for the ride provided by its unique Cloud technology. The new CloudCruiser is designed for heavy wear, hard surfaces, and high mileage. The upper is similar to other On shoes: a sturdy, slightly stiff, closed mesh that features a sueded saddle that securely wraps the foot with adequate conformity, becoming more comfortable after a few runs. The midsole is a thin layer of EVA, which contains the Speedboard, a thermoplastic plate that adds rigidity and flex to the sole. The outersole adds both cushioning and traction, with its 15 Clouds positioned and shaped to ameliorate the forces of touchdown and toe-off. The Clouds in the heel are the thickest variety, and those on the lateral side are the largest yet used, effectively encouraging proper alignment for a variety of heel strikes. For weight savings without a loss in performance, the interior of the loops now engages teeth that are molded into the EVA layer instead of rubber. The CloudCruiser treads where others have gone, but it does so longer.

The new Road N3 is a Pearl Izumi shoe with a laser-like focus on cushioning. In fact, it’s the cushiest of all PI’s shoes. While similar to other very cushioned shoes on the market, it offers the Pearl Izumi approach as part of its EMotion line. The upper is closed mesh supported by 3D-printed overlays that maximize a smooth interior without sacrificing support. The midsole is the tallest of the Pearl Izumi line at 27 millimeters, but has a lower feel, while providing a well-cushioned and neutral ride. The outersole is tough rubber that flares in two directions: in the forefoot toward the lateral side and in the heel toward the medial. This keeps the weight down while effectively providing traction, flexibility, and durability. The upshot is that the N3 is a well-cushioned shoe that handles long runs, recovery runs, and daily training with ease.

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Skechers GOrun Ultra Road

The Skechers Ultra has found a following, and many of those runners have been waiting for a road version. Well, the wait is over. The Ultra Road takes its cue from the GOrun line—and particularly its trail counterpart—providing a ride that’s springy as well as ultra cushioned. The upper is an engineered mesh called GOKNIT, which has open and closed areas across its surface to offer a good fit and breathability. The midsole has a tall stack height of 32 millimeters in the heel. It’s soft, but surprisingly responsive, and of course well-cushioned, though it’s not designed for wobbly feet. The outersole is full-length Resalyte, which is tougher than it looks, but even so, it’s backed up by strategically placed dots of carbon rubber for added durability, as per other GOrun road models. Whether it’s big road miles or recovery days the Ultra Road has got you covered.

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115

2015 Fall Shoe Review — 6 — FORTIUS Media Group, LLC

“Great silky smooth interior. Really hugs the foot well, but with plenty of room where needed.

Responsive bounce makes training as easy as possible.”

Updates the Glycerin 12 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15 B,D,2E; Women 5–12 2A,B,D Weight: Men 12.1 oz. (size 11); Women 9.9 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation

“Fit snug, but felt great. They have good traction and durability. Overall, this is a great distance training shoe.”

Updates the Wave Enigma 4 Sizes: Men 7–14,15,16; Women 5–11 Weight: Men 11.2 oz. (size 11); Women 9.1 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

“Has a really sturdy feel to it, and a very consistent ride. It seems the farther you go, the more responsive the shoe becomes in shielding the foot. I was impressed with the shoe.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 7–14; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 12.2 oz. (size 11); Women 9.7 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation

“Very comfortable upper that feels good enough to wear without socks. Easy to run in. Smooth from heel to toe. Great shoe for high mileage.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 5–11,12 Weight: Men 12.1 oz. (size 11); Women 9.8 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to mild overpronation

“Fit really quite well; snugged up with good wiggle room. Super squishy, but not too mushy.

Weird, but they run really well, and keep you going on easy days or long days with protection from the road.”

New Shoe Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 6–10,11 Weight: Men 11.8 oz. (size 11); Women 9.6 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

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2015 BOSTON MAYOR’S CUP Sunday, October 25 | Franklin Park, Boston

GIRLS’ & BOYS’ YOUTH RACES WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP 5K MEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP 8K FRANKLIN PARK 5K OPEN RACE

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NEW ENGLAND

YOUTH TRACK & FIELD

Besides the developmental events, our Junior Olympic championships were well-attended and exciting meets. The New England JO at our familiar home site of Fitchburg State University was the largest ever hosted by us, and it was run efficiently.

Due to facility issues in Maine, we were asked to host the Region I meet for the second straight year, and did so with many compliments. Those finishing in the top 5 were eligible to advance to the Nationals in hot, steamy Jacksonville, FL, where association athletes returned with many All-American honors (top 8).

For 2016 planning, the NE meet returns to Fitchburg one of the last two Saturdays in July. Region I will be held in the Adirondacks (Troy/Albany NY area) July 7–10 and nationals in California.

Jacksonville, FL The 2015 USATF National Junior Olympic Championships saw New England athletes take home a total of 22 medals received for top 8 performances. This included a 1–2–3–4 sweep in the 15–16 boys hammer throw, and a 1–2 finish in the 15–16 girls 2000 meter steeplechase.

Girls Age 11–12 800m 1500m

Age 13–14 1500m 3000m RW Discus

Age 15–16 2000m SC

3. Carmel Fitzgibbon (unat) 5. Carmel Fitzgibbon (unat)

2:18.37 4:51.33

3. Caroline Fischer (unat) 5. Alessia Caira (Waltham TC) 7. Robyn Krafft (unat)

4:39.56 17:15.52 103'11"

1. Clare Martin (Waltham TC) 2. Britney Johnson (New Hampshire Tracksters)

7:18.55

7:35.73 Vera Vaitones

Luca Caira

Emily Martin

Summer youth track & field continues to offer more youth a chance to learn and compete in the sport throughout the association New meets and new clubs add to to those options.

Suzanne Pasko

Sentinel Striders

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Age 17–18 Javelin Hammer Boys Age 13–14 1500m 3000m Triple Jump Age 15–16 Hammer

1500m

Age 17–18 Hammer

8. Johnson 5. Johnson 8. Megan Sieben (unat)

4:57.54 10:47.94 112'4"

2. Emma Fitzgerald (unat) 3. Meagan Malloy (Sentinel Striders) 7. Tara Rochefort (unat)

131'9" 150'9" 137'5"

1. Samuel Toolin (Sentinel Striders) 4:10.29 5. Maxwell DiMuccio (Sentinel Striders) 9:31.53 8. Nathan Sleiman (Quincy Stars) 37'3" 1. Jared Briere (unat) 2. Adrian Matos (unat) 3. Dilyn Cote (unat) 4. Jacob Greenless (unat) 5. Kyle Faddis (BAA Masconomet)

202'8" 182'6" 177'10" 177'0" 4:09.80

1. Robert Colantonio (unat)

222'6"

The USATF Hershey Youth Championship in Illinois in early July offerd a full age group competition based on qualifying standards.

Wellesley Youth TC had three medalists.

Anna Jordahl-Henry finished third in the 13–14 Pentathlon, and followed it up with a third in the high jump. Her sister Julia was sixth in the high jump, and Kaitlin Kolb was sixth in the age 11–12 pentathlon.

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1500m 3000m Hammer

Bobby Colontanio will have a lengthy essay on how he spent his summer vacation. In June, the Barrington RI senior to be won hammer thrower won the Team USA trial for the World Youth Championships in June, posting a 234-3 toss with the youth 5K implement. A day later, he won the USATF 17–18 Youth Championship spinning 224-2 with the 12lb hammer. He headed to Eugene for the USA Juniors (age 19 and under) and won that event in (a 6K hammer), qualifying for the Pan American Junior meet.

In July, in Cali Colombia, Bobby placed fifth at the World Juniors, his distance of 242'1" came in his final attempt, and is the second best ever by an American in that world meet. He returned to the states to win the USA Junior Olympic Title, and concluded his season on August 1 at PanAm Juniors in Canada, placing

INTERNATIONAL

Emerging Elite

Suzanne Pasko

Erin Dietz (Emerging Elite/Bedford MA HS) ran to a gold medal in the Pan American Junior Championships in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. She led most of the race in the 3000 meter and clocked 9:37.51 for the gold. Brown freshman Josie Natrasevschi won the discus in 172'7". Barrington (RI) high school teammates Adam Kelly and Bobby Colantonio placed 5–7 in the hammer.

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USATF-NEW ENGLAND

Races in 2-year age groups The top 30 individuals and top 5 teams qualify for the Region I Championship, also at Smithfield, on Sunday, November 22 Age 7–8 9–10 11–12 13–14 15–16 17–18

Year of Birth 2007–08 2005–06 2003–04 2001–02 1999–2000 1997–98

Race Distance 2000 meters 3000 meters 3000 meters 4000 meters 5000 meters 5000 meters

2015 or 2016 USATF membership and verified date of birth required.

See www.usatfne.org/cross for full meet information and online entry.

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JOIN US AT THE NEW ENGLAND JUNIOR OLYMPIC CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS! Sunday, Nov. 15, Smithfield, RI

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MOUNTAIN/TRAIL The USATF Mountain Series concluded at the Bretton Woods Fells race on Oct. 3. Scoring was the best 6 of 8 races, with points based on times relative to the winner. Full scoring and race results can be found at www.usatfne.org/trail.

Final Standings USATF NE Mountain Series

WOMEN W60+ Jo Barrett Elaine Dill Nancy Thurrell Diane Levesque Marcy Schwam

W50+ Erica Khan Andrea Leonard Amanda Maffei Emer O'Donoghue Mary-Pat Pfeil

W40+ Sarah Schlaack Sau-Mei Leung Sarah Chapin Kim Bellerive Susanne Olson

Overall Leslie O’Dell Sarah Bard Erica Khan Sarah Schlaack Sau-Mei Leung

MEN M70+ Peter Orni Gary Reuter Richard Paulsen ScottMasonPhoto.com

Unat aR Unat aR aR

430.15 375.42 363.65 255.91 195.53

TG WMM GLRR SRR aR

497.15 460.15 424.57 392.68 385.58

aR NMC Unat Unat Unat

474.43 468.23 452.84 411.04 405.35

CMS Craft TG aR NMC

578.99 542.30 497.16 474.44 468.23

NMC aR NE-65

344.33 326.04 299.52

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M60–69 Len Hall Paul Bazanchuk Bob Mulvaney Marc Ohlson Rich Miller

M50–59 Jeff Gould Erik Wight Erik Vandendries Mick Fortier Todd Brown

M40–49 Todd Callaghan Michael Norton Scott McCue Jonathan Kovar Chris Deming Overall Drew Best Todd Callaghan Matthew Veiga Bernat Olle Josh Fields

GCS CMS GCS Unat WMM

448.81 446.35 440.49 409.97 403.1

NMC Unat CMS GCS NMC

464.08 452.42 450.15 438.79 433.16

CMS HFC Unat aR Unat

569.86 496.15 461.72 452.45 449.25

aR CMS CMS CRC aR

589.38 569.86 566.50 542.82 535.20

Teams: Women Open, 40+, 50+: acidotic Racing Men Open, 40+, 50+: Central Mass Striders

MOUNTAIN GOATS FINISHING ALL 8 RACES

Arthur Bellerive Kim Bellerive Todd Brown Chris Corradino

Unat Unat NMC Unat

Chris Deming Kevin Demster Scot Holt Kevin Levesque Richard Mellor Emer O’Donoghue Peter Orni Mary-Pat Pfeil Chris Shipley Laurel Shortell Richard Stockdale Juan Tabares Ellen Tidd Erik Wight Nye Winston-Corrad

Around the Globe

Unat Unat WMM Unat Unat SRR NMC aR Unat Unat GCS Unat aR Unat Unat

The US Mountain Running Champs in Bend, OR had three New England runners participating and winning medals. Each up-down lap had 900 feet of climbing over loose and off-road footing. Kasie Enman (GMAA) was second overall and qualified for her third USA mountain running team.

Todd Callaghan (CMS) won the 45–49 division and Bob Mulvaney (GCS) ran second in the 60–64 division Enman contributed to Team USA’s silver medal performance at the World Mountain Running Championship in Betws-y-Coed, Wales on Sept. 21, placing 10th overall in 40:11 on the 8.9 kilometer up-down course. The USA squad had a tight 6–10–11 finish to earn team gold medals. Thirty-two nations were represented.

Gianina Lindsey

Richard Bolt

Overall champs Drew Best and Leslie O'Dell

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TRACK NOTES

Lisa Wilson and Andre Reid of Greater Boston TC, scoring in all throws events, took home Meet MVP awards at Club Nationals this summer.

Liz Costello (New Balance/Newtonville MA) ran to fourth place in the 10,000 meters at the Pan American Games in Toronto. Costello’s time of 32:53.25 was better than the old Games’ record. She was the only New Englander on Team USA at the event.

Team USA won 57 golds and 160 medals overall at the World Masters Athletics Championships in Lyon, France. Leading the American team of 426 was Flo Meiler (Shelburne VT/MassVelocity) W80 division winning 10 medals (see Athlete of the Month story). Past USATF-NE president and USA masters chair Gary Snyder headed the delegation and thanked USATF for providing team uniforms at no cost for the first time. 8,078 athletes from a record 98 countries participated.

Four other New Englanders won silver medals 200–M65 Carroll Blake (Jamaica Plain MA/Houston Elite) 27.47 400–M70 Roger Pierce (Essex MA/MassVelocity) 1:03.36 4x100 W55 Ginny Richburg (Randolph Ctr VT/MassVelocity) 4x400 W80 Mary Harada (W.Newbury MA/Liberty AC) WR 8:39.32

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RECORD BREAKERS Christine Bradley

Four US track distance records were established in the USATF-NE One-Hour races in Lynn MA on Aug. 14. Katie Misuraca (BAA/Gloucester MA) bettered her own open women’s-only race record with 16,632 meters. Jan Holmquist (Whirlaway/Burlington MA) crushed the former W70 mark with 12,110 meters, and Regina Loiacano (CMS/Gloucester MA) improved the masters 15,000 meter time to 59:46.4. In the men’s race, tireless Lou Peters (NE 65+ RC/Methuen MA) was the first 90-year-old to record a one-hour result, so his 6,247 meters will set the US age standard.

USA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Molly Huddle won three USA road titles in four weeks, starting with the USA 20K in New Haven on Labor Day, following with a hometown win at CVS/Downtown 5K in Providence on Oct. 4 and underlining her dominance as top USA road runner with a solo run to win the USA 10 Mile in a course record performance.

The CVS/Downtown 5K, Rhode Island’s largest event, had local presence in the elite field, with MA high school product Shalane Flanagan placing second, Emily Sisson of Providence third, and BAA runners Elaina Balouris and Sarah Pagano seventh and ninth.

The US men’s 10 Mile found Jim Spisak (Woonsocket RI/NEDistance) completing one of his best races for fourth in 46:59 and Tim Ritchie (Brighton MA/Saucony) closing well to

place sixth in 47:19. Spisak was also seventh at the US 20K. At the USATF National 24-Hour Championship Sept. 19–20 in Cleveland, Jennifer Hoffman (Cambridge MA) covered 137.7 mile to win by 2+ miles, and qualified for the USA 24Hour team. Newton Baker (Montpelier VT) covered 74.5929 miles to win the M70–74 division.

In the US Masters 5K on Oct. 4 in Syracuse, there were three New England winners: Nat Larson (Amherst MA, M50, 16:10), Bill Dixon (GLRR/Brattleboro VT, M65, 18:33), and Jan Holmquist (Whirlaway, W70, 22:15).

WORLD STAGE

At the IAU 100k World Road Championships in Winschoten, the Netherlands on Sept. 12, Sarah Bard placed fourth for women in 7:29:01, with Camille Herron of the US winning in 7:08:35, the fourth fastest time ever for women. The US women were gold medalists.

Bill Mullen

Top RIght: Attleboro Jaguars youth Katie Bradley in a memorable “champions sandwich” with Shalane Flanagan and Molly Huddle at the USA 5K

USATF-NE Open and Masters Cross Country Championship Sunday, November 8, 2015 Franklin Park, Boston www.usatfne.org/cross

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