VOLUME 6, ISSUE 1 • JANUARY 2015 •
Jingle Bell 2 Miler Winners Repeat Christmas Past Victory in Christmas Present SEE PAGE 4
JINGLE BELL WINNERS REPEAT CHRISTMAS PAST VICTORY
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MAN’S BEST FRIEND & RUNNER’S WORST ENEMY: DOGS & RUNNERS
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Upcoming events tailored for both new & experienced participants Has your running or walking progressed to the point where you want to enter an event for the first time? Or are you ready for a bit more of a challenge? If so there are two events coming up, one tailor made for people new to the sport and the other for those who are ready to expand their horizons. In This Issue: Running Zone Recognized for 2 Prestigious Awards ...............3 January Upcoming Events.........3 Running Zone January Special...3 Eau Gallie High School Health & Wellness Academy Beneficiary of the Ghostly Gecko 5K...........3 Jingle Bell Winners Repeat Christmas Past Victory..............4 December Gecko Club Fun Run Winds Through Festive Lockmar Estates.......................6 New Balance January Special...................................6 The Next Steps........................6 Man’s Best Friend & Runner’s Worst Enemy: Dogs & Runners....7 Running Zone in the Community....8 Meet the New & Improved Zippy
The Feb. 14 Brevard Zoo Zebra Zoom 3K, which translates to 1.8 miles, takes place over as interesting, informative and educational course that exists anywhere in the county. And it provides the perfect opportunity for newcomers to give the sport a bit of a go. And then there is the 5-mile relay for the March 1 Excalibur 10-miler that begins and ends at Viera High School and could be the perfect vehicle for runners and walkers ready to experiment beyond the 5K (3.1-mile distance).
For the thoroughbreds the Zoom doubles as race five of the always hotly contested seven-race 2014-2015 Running Zone Foundation Race Series. But don’t be intimidated by the racers. In fact learn from them. Watch how they prepare, watch how they race, watch how they wind down. Ask questions. Someday that could be you.
Watch how they prepare, watch how they race, watch how they wind down. Ask questions. slowly, a bit tentatively, growing more eager and experienced with each event.
Every journey begins with a first step be it a running step or a walking step.
As for the relay, while 10 miles is a long race, five miles can certainly be manageable for runners or walkers with 5K experience. Plus it provides the opportunity for competition with the other relay teams while the greyhounds are racing up front. Have we piqued your interest? If so we’ll look for you at the start and the finish and we’re sure you’ll be recognizable by your big smile of accomplishment.
For complete details on both events see the race forms in this newsletter, visit us online at www.runningzone.com or call us at 321-751-8890.
Nobody who is new to the sport shows up and wins in their first-ever event. Everyone starts a bit
at the Brevard Zoo’s Zebra Zoom 3k.................................8 Gecko Club January Special.....8 Behold! The 2nd Annual Excalibur 10-Miler Approaches................8 Superhero 5K Run on January 31 will Benefit Children in Brevard....9 New Products at Running Zone....9 Good Form Running Clinic......10 Running Zone Foundation Race Series Registration..........11 2014-15 Running Zone Foundation Race Series Calendar..............................13 Gecko Club Registration Form.....................................14
The 5-mile relay for the March 1 Excalibur 10-miler could be the perfect vehicle for runners and walkers ready to experiment beyond the 5K (3.1-mile distance).
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Running Zone Recognized for 2 Prestigious Awards By Mark DeCotis Over the last two months of 2014 Running Zone was extremely privileged and honored to be considered for two prestigious awards. In November it was among three finalists for the FLORIDA TODAY Business of the Year and in December it was announced Running Zone was named one of the 50 Best Running Stores in America by Competitor and Running Insight. This year marked the sixth time it received that designation. While the recognition was bestowed on Running Zone it would not have been possible without the hard work, loyalty and dedication of the employees and without the customers, said co-owners Don and Denise Piercy. “We have been in business for 11 years. We began humbly in a small storefront that we quickly outgrew,” Don and Denise said. “We moved to larger quarters and moved again thanks to the support of our customers. “Words cannot convey or express how we appreciate each and everyone who visits
Words cannot convey or express how we appreciate each and everyone who visits us whether they are long-time supporters or walking through the door for the first time. – DENISE PIERCY
us whether they are long-time supporters or walking through the door for the first time. “Our thanks and appreciation also goes out to the thousands who participate each year in our Running Zone Foundation Race Series events, our fun runs and walks and the Space Coast Marathon and Half-Marathon which just continues to grow drawing increased participation from Brevard County, Florida, across the country and the world.” It’s been said and written that one part of success can be easily defined as being happy in one’s chosen line of work. Don and Denise
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trust that the smiles that greet customers every day at the store or at the starting line will convey how happy they are to continue to be at your service. Happy New Year from Don, Denise and everyone at Running Zone.
Eau Gallie High School Health & Wellness Academy Beneficiary of the Ghostly Gecko 5K
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Over 1200 participants at the Ghostly Gecko 5K in October were able to see the “Zombie Doctors” on the course directing runners and walkers. These costumes were created by the Eau Gallie High School Health & Wellness Academy! This past month we were able to present this program with $4000.00 for being the beneficiary of the event.
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Jingle Bell Winners Repeat Christmas Past Victory in Christmas Present By Mark DeCotis
The runners get the “go” for the 2014 Jingle Bells 2-Miler.
Ghosts of Christmas past proved to be ghosts of Christmas present as Andrew Cacciatore and Kaitlin Donner won the Jingle Bells 2-Miler for the second straight year on Dec. 20. Running through the festively lighted streets of Satellite Beach, Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy senior Cacciatore, 18, of Indialantic scored the overall victory by nine seconds over former Holy Trinity runner Alex Hoffman, 21, of Malabar. Cacciatore crossed in nine minutes, 42.1 seconds while Hoffman finished in 9:51.6. Former Holy Trinity runner Kyle Butler, 26, of Melbourne, was third in 9:56.2 while Holy Trinity alumnus and 2012 winner Alex Brown, 20, of Melbourne, was fourth in 10:05.9. Donner, 25, of Melbourne, was the first woman finisher and 11th overall in 10:33.8, edging her husband, Ed Donner, 38, of Melbourne, who was 12th overall in 10:39.3. Angela Cobb, 31, of Melbourne Beach, the 2012 women’s winner, was second to Donner and 19th overall in 11:22.7. Palm Bay’s Kim Hunger, was 26th overall and third among women in 11:48.7. For Donner, traversing the by ways of her childhood and teen-age years, the race proved to be yet another enjoyable, albeit brief, evening. “I love doing the Jingle Bell since it's so close to where I grew up and along the streets I ran all through high school,” Donner said. “I cooled down with Luke Redito and passed my parents’ old house.
“It's a tie between the Ghostly Gecko where I always dress up and this race as to which is my favorite of the Running Zone Series.” Jingle Bells also served as a measurement for Donner’s fitness as she prepares for the 2015 professional triathlon season and draws ever closer to the U.S. Olympic Trials, which will determine team members for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil. “My triathlon season will start in mid March so right now I am in a base phase with a lot of aerobic and technique oriented work in all three disciplines,” Donner said. “This race is timed perfectly as a pre-season test as to where my speed is with no speed work, so it's hard to be disappointed with it. A break is always nice and much needed after a long season, it makes me crave training and racing hard again.” For Cacciatore the race also served as a bridge of sorts. “The Jingle Bells race is a fun race to do after cross country because I am able to run with former teammates and alumni runners from Coach Butler's early teams,” he said. “It's also a gauge for me to see what kind of shape I am in and gives me an idea of what I need to work on for the upcoming track season. “I didn't really have a set plan for the race. I wanted to go out with the lead pack and see what I had left the last mile. “We had a pretty large pack for about the first half mile, then Alex Hoffman and Kyle Butler surged ahead and I went with them. After that
Kaitlin Donner scores her second straight Jingle Bells overall women’s victory.
it was just a pack of three Holy Trinity runners, with Alex Brown not far behind.” The Male Masters victory went to Shane Streufert, 42, of Viera who was sixth overall in 10:16.8. Ceal Muldoon Walker, 52, of Cocoa Beach, was the Female Masters winner in 12:33.9. The team victory went to Set Goals Not Limits comprised of Butler, former Holy Trinity runner Kyle Cooke, current Holy Trinity runners John Cacciatore and Samantha Folio and former Holy Trinity head coach Doug Butler. They had a combined time of 54:24. Team Running Zone of Andrew Cacciatore, Kaitlin Donner, Hunger, Scott Larson and Melissa Taylor was second at 55;48. Long Doggers Club of Streufert, Michael Fisher, Cobb, Aubree Peipmeier, and Wade Dauberman was third in 56:27. The Holland Hornets won the school competition with 18 participants. The Divine Mercy Chargers were second with 11 and Indian Harbour Montesorri third with 10. A total of 1,652 runners and walkers took times in what was the fourth race in the sevenevent Running Zone Foundation Race Series. Next up is the Feb. 14 Brevard Zoo Zebra Zoom 3K. For complete information visit www.runningzone.com/series or call Running Zone at 321-751-8890.
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Jingle Bell Winners Repeat Christmas Past Victory
continued from the previous page
The runners get the “go” for the 2014 Jingle Bells 2-Miler. Andrew Cacciatore scores his second straight Jingle Bells overall victory.
Photographer Barry Jones, who shoots all the Running Zone Foundation Race Series events poses with wife and irreplaceable assistant Brenda Jones at Jingle Bells.
Ceal Muldoon Walker masters the Jingle Bells Female Masters field.
From left, Kyle Butler, eventual winner Andrew Cacciatore, Alex Brown, Alex Hoffman, Kyle Cooke and Male Masters winner Shane Streufert leg it out.
Young runners cross finish line in Jingle Bells kids run.
The staff that labored to put on another successful Jingle Bells 2-Miler gathered for a celebration and smiles after the race.
Jingle Bells wasn’t just limited to fast runners. Many people took advantage of the opportunity to not only get decked out in the Christmas spirit but to get some exercise to boot.
Shane Streufert scores the jingle Bells Male Masters victory.
Ryan Brown of Merritt Island showed determination in crossing the Jingle Bells finish line.
Melbourne Village’s Emily Zefferman doubled as a Christmas angel at Jingle Bells.
Merritt Island’s Madison Johns gave it her all in Jingle Bells.
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December Gecko Club Fun Run Winds Through Festive Lockmar Estates
Group picture of runners and walkers that participated in the Gecko Club fun run.
Saturday, February 14, 2015 Brevard Zoo Non-perishable goods collected from the participants for the Senior Center.
A fun tunnel of lights to run through that night.
The conditions were perfect for the December 17th Gecko Club Fun Run! Roughly 60 people of all ages met at the Greater Palm Bay Senior Center for a 2 or 4 mile fun run through the Lockmar Estates neighborhood. Everyone enjoyed the arches over the road,
the musical-light displays and the festive atmosphere in this neighborhood. Participants were asked to bring non-perishable goods for the Senior Center, and then Long Dogger’s in Palm Bay did not disappoint with their delicious post-run food.
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7:00 am: Zoom = less than 20 minutes OR 7:35 am: A little less Zoom = more than 20 minutes This 1.8-mile course offers plenty of animal viewing opportunities and the chance to spend a fun day at the Zoo for 50% of the entry fee* • Check out Zoo Animals during the Run/Walk • Fun Zebra Awards • 50% Off Admission for All Participants on Race Day* • Free Li'l Zebra Kid's Run with Zippy the Gecko • Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! • Random Giveaway of one day Disney Tickets and 1 hotel night stay for two! • Benefits Brevard Zoo *Must show participant's race number for discounts to Zoo.
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Man’s Best Friend & Runner’s Worst Enemy: Dogs & Runners By Richard C. Wilson, DPM Melbourne Podiatry Associates
Dogs may be man’s best friends, but they are often runners’ worst enemies. Every runner has a story of a dog attack or near attack, and all are terrifying. Dog bites in the USA have become a major problem, doubling in frequency in the last decade. Every day, 1,000 people are treated in emergency facilities for dog bites. In the past decade, 283 people died from their wounds. Pit bulls accounted for 62 percent of fatalities, followed by Rottweilers (12 percent), bulldogs (7 percent), and German shepherds (4 percent). Even non-lethal injuries are often severe, especially in children, who often suffer head and facial injuries. Lacerations; crush injuries; fractures; infections of skin, subcutaneous tissue, and bone; and psychological trauma are the most common injuries from dog attacks. The average medical liability claim for a dog bite is $29,000. Why do dogs attack people, especially runners? We really don’t know. The vast majority of dogs never attack anyone. But any dog, regardless of breed, can potentially attack someone. Because dogs are territorial animals, some attacks occur because the dog is trying to protect its territory. Other, “playful dogs”, might see the runner as inviting a game of chase. Still others are stimulated by sudden fast movement, as when a runner passes by. Finally, there are true “predatory dogs”, often feral, that occasionally travel in packs. These are especially dangerous and have been responsible for several recent attacks in Southern California. Prevention is the best defense against dog attacks. Avoid running in areas where dogs are likely to run loose or where reported attacks have occurred. If you have seen loose dogs in areas on previous routes, change your route. Assume that all unknown dogs are a threat until proven otherwise. If you are running, and a dog starts chasing you, stop. Dogs that are playing chase will lose interest and leave. Never scream or try to run away. Do not turn your back to a dog and try to avoid eye contact. Do not smile, as showing teeth may be perceived as a sign of aggression. Keep your arms at your side with your fists clenched to protect fingers from being bitten. Try to turn sideways to the dog to appear less threatening. The old adage told to children when approached by a strange
that more victims take action against irresponsible dog owners such that future attacks can be prevented. One final consideration is the use of pepper spray against an unfriendly dog. This can be an excellent deterrent that will not permanently harm the dog. Caution must be taken however on a windy day, as the spray may blow back into the runner’s face. In conclusion, the unfortunate fact is that dog attacks, especially against runners, are on the rise. Proper steps taken to avoid such encounters are vital.
Assume that all unknown dogs are a threat until proven otherwise. dog is appropriate for runners: “Never run from a dog, be a tree or a log.” If a dog seems to be losing interest, slowly back away until the dog leaves. If a dog does begin to attack, try to “feed the dog your water bottle, jacket, etc., to distract it until you can escape. If you can grab a weapon, such as a stick, use it. If you have nothing to distract the dog, try to kick it in the snout. Do not use your hands or arms. At this point, yell for help. If you fall to the ground, curl up in a ball; cover your face with your arms with clenched fists covering your ears. This will avoid bites to face, head, genitalia, and vital organs. Immediate treatment of dog bites involves stopping bleeding with pressure using whatever is available. When possible, clean wounds and seek immediate medical attention even for small or superficial bites. Infection after dog bites is always a concern. Medical treatment should include evaluation for the need for tetanus prophylaxis and rabies treatment. All bites should be reported to authorities. In the case of feral dogs, this may help authorities to catch the dog and prevent other runners from being injured. In the case of an irresponsible dog owner, criminal charges can be filed in many states, and civil actions against the owner can be filed in all states. It is very important
Dr. Wilson, a Melbourne native and Florida Gator, earned his doctorate degree from the Illinois College of podiatric Medicine in Chicago. After completing a surgical residence in Chicago, Dr. Wilson returned to Melbourne where he has been practicing with Melbourne Podiatry Associates for 30 years. The good doctor is passionate about his profession; running – a sport in which he has reveled for more than 45 years – and writing, particularly about all things running and foot related.
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RUNNING ZONE Ghostly Gecko 5K donated: n Eau Gallie High School Health & Wellness Academy – $4000
Meet the New & Improved Zippy at the Brevard Zoo’s Zebra Zoom 3k on February 14th! Zippy had been running outside without sunscreen and had also lost a lot of weight from exercising, visited Dr. Lawler and feels rejuvenated! Meet the new & improved Zippy!!
Space Coast Marathon donated: n Space Coast Crew – $5000 n Titusville High School NJROTC – $5000 n Team in Training – $5000 n Coastal Boxer Rescue – $5000 n Future Educators Assoc. Cocoa – $5000 n Brevard Virtual School – $5000 n Melbourne High School Cross Country – $5000 n Rockledge Presbyterian Church – $5000 n The Morgan Project – $5000 n The Scott Center for Autism Treatment – $5000 n Boy Scouts of America Troop 338 – $5000 n Space Coast Parrot Heads – $5000 n Viera High School NJROTC – $2500 n Rockledge High School Key Club – $2500 And several other donations were made as well.
Behold! The 2nd Annual Excalibur 10-Miler Approaches By Mark DeCotis
The second edition of the run poised to become the Space Coast’s next signature event – the Excalibur 10-Miler – is set for March 1, beginning and ending at Viera High. The race gets the starting gun at 7 a.m. The overall and women’s winners re ceive Excalibur swords and the acclaim of the masses, many decked out in period costumes, while all finishers receive Excalibur crowns. Last year’s winners were West Melbourne’s Steve Hedgespeth in 58 minutes and 33.5 seconds and Vero Beach’s Meredith Van Veen in 1:07:15.
The race, open to runners and walkers, features two categories: the 10-miler for individual runners and a five-mile relay for two-person teams. The course winds by Space Coast Stadium, through Viera neighborhoods and along the dirt Powerline Road on Duda and The winners of the inaugural Excalibur 10-MilSons Inc. land, that the company is generer, Steve Hedgespeth and Meredith Van Veen ously opening for the race. receive their respective awards. For complete race information including a lengthy list of participant perks visit http://excaliburrun.com or call Running Zone at 321-751-8890.
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Superhero 5K Run on January 31 will Benefit Children in Brevard by Mark DeCotis
Calling all Super Heroes. Friends of Children of Brevard is hosting the SuperHero 5K run in Viera on Jan. 31 to benefit abused, abandoned and neglected children of Brevard County and support the Guardian ad Litem Program. The Guardian Ad Litem program consists of volunteers who work with more than 700 children in Brevard County. Daily, children are removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect by their caretakers and find themselves in Dependency Court, through no fault of their own. The volunteers provide a voice for children in court proceedings and to help ensure their safety in foster or relative caregivers’ homes. Friends of Children of Brevard raise funds and solicit in-kind donations to provide for the childrens’ unmet needs. Friends of Children supports the Guardian ad Litem program by assisting in volunteer recruitment and retention. When a
child needs clothing, academic supplies or even violin lessons, Friends steps up to the plate and helps with normalcy in the home. The SuperHero run includes a free Kids Run and local mascots will be competing in the Mascot Run. SuperHero race T-shirts are guaranteed if participants register before Jan. 15. Also part of the day will be a post
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race super hero costume contest and fastest super hero award, door prizes and post race refreshments. Super Hero Medals will be presented for first- through third-place in each age group, top three overall and top masters. Online registration, chip timing and the finish line are being managed by Running Zone. The race starts at 8 a.m. at the Church at Viera on Stadium Parkway. The kids’ run starts at 9:15. Late registration ends at 7:45 a.m. on race day. The entry fee is $25 until Jan. 15. The entry fee for children is $15 and $22 for teams. Beyond Jan. 15 the fees increase to $30; $20 and $27 respectively. For more information, visit https:// www.facebook.com/SuperHeroRun5K and http://www.friendsofchildrenofbrevard.org/ superhero
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Good Form Running Clinics at Running Zone Monday, January 19th at 5:30pm 20 spaces available, must pre-register because space is limited for more 1-on-1 instruction. Taking reservations for these two months. Email Valerie@runningzone.com to reserve your spot.
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For more information contact Running Zone at 321-751-8890
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2 I RUN FOR PIZZA FOOTBALL KICKOFF 5K, Saturday, August 10th, 7:00 am at The Avenue in Viera ■ Support your Favorite Football Team on Race Day ■ Awesome Pizza and Football Awards ■ Special Award for the Most Supported Football Team! ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids’ Run ■ Tailgate Party after race catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! ■ Benefits Suntree/Viera Youth Football & Cheerleading League, & WEGO Ministries ■ Random giveaway of NFL Football Tickets (any Florida Team) plus 1 Hotel night stay for two!
FIRECRACKER 5K, Thursday, July 4th, 7:00am at the Liberty Bell Museum (across from Holmes Regional on Hickory St.) ■ Start the race with the ringing of a replica of the Liberty Bell ■ American Flags to all Finishers ■ Most Patriotic Costume Contest ■ Special awards to top Local Hero Teams (Military/Fire/Police)! ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Breakfast catered by Suntree Café II ■ Honor America Parade after the race ■ Benefits Honor America ■ Random giveaway of one iPad!
Our 2013-2014 Series:
Health First Health Plans and Running Zone Foundation welcome you to the 9th annual Running Zone Foundation Race Series. This year’s Series offers seven fun and family-friendly events including four 5Ks, one 3K and two 2-milers. We offer these shorter distances to promote participation among both walkers and runners of all ages and abilities. And, knowing that being part of a team can provide a sense of camaraderie and extra encouragement, we offer team awards in two categories for each race as well as the overall series. Our Team Challenge lets any five friends, family members and/or co-workers enjoy the fun of competing together against other teams in the same category. The School Team Challenge provides fitness and increased self-esteem for those 14 and under. More than 1500 children in elementary and middle school have participated this season and Running Zone can help your school develop a walking or running program for your students. Parents and teachers can form an open team under the school name. Team division details appear later in this brochure or can be found in the Running Zone Race Series section of our website at www.runningzone.com/series/
6 PIRATE PLUNDER 2 MILER, Saturday, April 5th, 6:30 pm at Meg O’Malley’s ■ Best Pirate Costume Awards ■ Fun Pirate Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Great Pirate Party at Meg O’Malley’s after the race! ■ Benefits Cocoa High School Track & Field Program and the Children's Hunger Project Backpack Program. ■ Random giveaway a 3-day cruise for 2 to the Bahamas out of Port Canaveral! 7 RUN FOR THE GECKO HAWAIIAN LUAU 5K, Saturday, May 10th, 7:00 am at BCC/Wickham Park Pavilion ■ Hawaiian Luau with hula dancers! ■ Festive Leis for all Finishers ■ Dress in your favorite Hawaiian Attire ■ Fun Gecko Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids’ Run ■ Hawaiian Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! ■ Benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training! ■ Random giveaway of a paddleboard from Paddleboard House!
*Must show participant’s race number for discounts to the Zoo.
5 BREVARD ZOO’S MEERKAT MOSEY 3K, Saturday, February 15th at the Zoo (7:00 am – No Monkey Business, 7:35 am – Scenic Route at the Brevard Zoo) ■ Check out Zoo Animals during the Run/Walk ■ Fun Meerkat Awards ■ 50% Off Admission for All Participants on Race Day* ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! ■ Benefits Brevard Zoo ■ Random giveaway of one day Disney Tickets and 1 Hotel night stay for two!
4 JINGLE BELL 2 MILER, Saturday, December 21st, 5:45 pm at the Satellite Beach Library ■ Santa Hats to the 1st 500 Entrants ■ Jingle Bells for Everyone’s Shoes ■ Best Holiday Costume and Fun Stocking Awards ■ Santa Arrival on Fire Truck ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Food provided by Long Doggers! ■ Benefits M Town Track Club – Gowins Youth Foundation ■ Random giveaway LCD TV!
3 GHOSTLY GECKO 5K, Saturday, October 19th, 6:30 pm at the Eau Gallie Civic Center ■ Best Halloween Costume Contest ■ Halloween Goodie Bags to All Finishers ■ Fun Ghostly Gecko Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Food provided by Squid Lips! ■ Awards ceremony following all races on Squid Lips beach ■ Benefits J. Kyle Braid Scholarship Program ■ Random giveaway of Halloween Horror Night Tickets & 1 Hotel night stay for two!
($21.43 per race versus $28.00) (before Race Day) (before Race Day) (Race Day) (Race Day) (No Race day registration)
$15.00 ($20 Race Day)
Corporate/Organizational Group Rate: Put together a group of 10 or more participants and receive a group rate. Call Running Zone for more details.
**Children 12 years old or under will receive a cotton shirt. You may upgrade to a technical shirt by electing an individual or team registration. (Youth Medium & Adult Small sizing only in cotton)
Kid’s Registration:**
*Receive a $46.00 discount for signing up for all seven races in the series at once. Must be received by July 3rd, one day prior to the start of the 2013-2014 series.
Series Registration: $150.00* Individual Registration: $28.00 Gecko Club Members: $25.00 Individual Registration: $31.00 Gecko Club Members: $28.00 Team/School Registration: $25.00
Fees (Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)
Please use the back page of this brochure to register for any of Running Zone Foundation Race Series races. Registration is also available online at www.runningzone.com/series. Day of race registration opens 1 hour before all races. Late registration closes 10 minutes before each race begins. Award ceremony will begin immediately following each race. Please mail all registration forms to: Running Zone, 3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 Make checks or money orders payable to: Running Zone.
Registration
School Participation Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Plaques
Overall Male & Female $1000 CASH & Free Entry to the 2014-2015 Race Series 2nd Place Overall Male $500 CASH & Free Entry to the & Female Winners 2014-2015 Race Series 3rd Place Overall Male $350 CASH & Free Entry to the & Female Winners 2014-2015 Race Series Top Male & Female $250 CASH & Free Entry Masters Winners to the 2014-2015 Race Series Age Group Male & $100 Gift Certificate to Running Female First Place Zone Age Group Male & $50 Gift Certificate to Running Female Second Place Zone Age Group Male & $25 Gift Certificate to Running Female Third Place Zone Team Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Plaques
Series Awards
Being a part of a team can be very rewarding. All you need is a minimum of 5 people (1 person of the opposite sex) that want to be part of the team. Everyone on the team saves $3.00 on the entry fees and you may be able to start training together for one or all of the upcoming races.
All races provide participants with awesome technical (moisture wicking/non-cotton) tee shirts, Chronotrack timing and a festive post-race party. In addition, there will be a guest appearance by Zippy, our Gecko mascot, to start each of the free kids’ runs and to help with the awards presentation. Our standard overall and age group awards will be presented for each race along with door prizes and giveaways. There is a $10,000 purse in prizes and gift certificates for the top series finishers.
9-11 35-39 65-69
12-14 40-44 70-74
15-19 45-49 75-79
20-24 50-54 80+
25-29 55-59
The standings after each race will be calculated and displayed on Running Zone’s website at www.runningzone.com/series/
Standings
Scoring will be based on 6 races. If you participate in all 7 events, your lowest score will be dropped. Note: Your age group for the Series is determined by your age in the first series event in which you participate in during the season. At the end of the series, individuals who accumulate the most points receive awesome cash, gift certificates and prizes, and are recognized by Running Zone in June 2014.
Race Drop
The first 10 runners/walkers overall will receive 100, 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, and 10 points in the open competition. The first 10 runners/walkers within each age group will receive 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 point in their age group competition.
Scoring & Points
8 & Under 30-34 60-64
Standard Race Series Age Divisions
Series races are scored for runners and walkers in all age categories. Participants in the series must complete a minimum of FOUR series races to be eligible for the series awards.
Eligibility
Gather your family, friends and co-workers! Teams must participate in at least four series races to be eligible for the series award. Awards will be given to the top three teams. Each team consists of at least five members with one of the members being the opposite sex. The top four of the same sex and the 1st member of the opposite sex will be scored. School Team Challenge: (Elementary and Middle Schools Only) An award will be given to the top three elementary or middle schools that have the largest participation. The School Team Challenge applies to each race as well as the series. Schools must participate in at least four series races to be eligible for the series award. Students only count towards participation challenge. Parents and teachers can form an open team. (No Team Race Day Registration)
Team Competition
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Amenities
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● $25.00 Off Coupon* on any purchase of $75.00 or more
to Running Zone ● Brooks Technical (not cotton) Gecko Club Tee-Shirt ● Gu or Powergel ● Laminated Gecko Club Membership Card ● Monthly Newsletter and periodic email bulletins ● Weekly Fun Runs / Walks – FREE ● 10% Off All Running Zone Merchandise (all year long) ● Discounts from other area businesses partnering with Gecko Club ● $3.00 Off All Running Zone Foundation Race Series Races ● 10% Off All Training Programs offered
Membership Options & Pricing Annual Membership Plan – $40.00 Kid’s Plan* (12 & Under) – $15.00 *$25.00 Off Coupon excludes Kid’s Plan
For more information contact: Running Zone Gecko Club, 3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 Call 321-751-8890 or visit www.RunningZone.com
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