RCGC Urban Cross Country Series Race #1 Recap

The 2014 Urban Cross Country Series  kicked off at Lower Millcrest Park in Norwood this past Thursday July 10. The series was moved to Lower Millcrest Park in Norwood after Summitview Park turned the iconic course designed by Stacy Osborne into an unintended Steeplechase with a .25 mile trench. About 45 runners plus showed up to race on the 3.1 mile course in sunny conditions. It also may have been the hardest cross country courses since the race was held at French Park made even harder by a few wasps who harrassed a few runners near the ballfields. Also, a few runners zigged when they should have zagged and finished a little earlier than expected. David Bea was the top male finisher with a new course record of 19:16 followed by Spike Knickel who ran a 19:56 followed by Kenji Heilman who ran a 20:30. There were a few females on the course but they got lost and finished early and the few that did not get lost were so slow that their times were not recorded as a means to motivate them to run faster in week 2.   Join us next Thursday July 17 at Lower Millcrest Park in Norwood for the second race in the RCGC Urban Cross Country Series.

RCGC Board Meeting - July 17

The next RCGC Board Meeting will be held on Thursday  July 17 at Lower Millcrest Park after the RCGC Urban Cross Country Series. The meeting is open to all current RCGC members.
We will discuss updates on the Summer Trail Run, plans for a possible Fall Mile Series, and  a New Year's Eve Run and much more.
Hope you can join us!
DETAILS

• DATE:  Thursday June 19, 2014
  
• TIME: Approximate8:30 PM
  
• PLACE: Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH
  
• INFORMATION: Board Meeting of the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. Open to all current members. We will discuss  the Summer Trail Run, plans for a possible Fall Mile Series, a New Year's Eve Run and much more. View agenda.  

2014 NKU Cross Country Series Starts Next Week!

For those who love cross country, live in Kentucky, but are afraid to venture across the Ohio River, Northern Kentucky University has a Cross Country series on their training course on the NKU Campus beginning next week. They will have three 2 mile races on Tuesday nights at 7:00pm beginning Tuesday July 15 and ending July 29. This event is open to all ages and experience levels and a great way to introduce the sport to middle school/high school or just plain old school runners. The course is adjacent to the main Highland Heights campus. Visit www.nkunorse.com for more information.
NKU SUMMER CROSS COUNTRY SERIES INFORMATION

• DATE: begins Tuesday July 15, 2014 and continues to Tuesday July 29
• TIME: 7:00 PM
• PLACE: Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights KY
• INFORMATION: 3 races every Tuesday beginning July 15 and ending on July 29. Test your summer training and sharpen your race skills (& your spikes) on NKU’s Cross Country training course on campus in Highland Heights, KY! The rolling terrain and newly carved trails offers challenges to runners of all ages.Visit www.nkunorse.com for more information.

RCGC Urban Cross Country Series Begins Tonight at 7:30 PM

The first race of the RCGC Urban Cross Country Series is tonight  at Lower Millcrest Park in Norwood at 7:30 PM.
The race will be a 5K Run over challenging Adventure type terrain at Lower Millcrest Park. Wear Waffles, Trail Shoes, or short spikes. No entry fee unless you want to be recorded for posterity and wear a chip timing bib, no awards. There will be a social hour after the race in the Millcrest Shelter. Just a damn fine hard workout on the new Iconic Race course designed by Stacy Osborne and Michael Guest.  A splendid time is guaranteed to all! For info call 351 6300 days or visit the Summer Cross Country Series Information Page.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Thursday, July 10th, 2014 - Open to All.
• TIME: 7:30 PM.
• PLACE: Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH
• COURSE: 3.1 miles. There are two waterstops on the course – one at the start and one at the finish.
• OTHER: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com , the Summer Cross Country Series Information Page or call 513-351-6300 for more information.

2014 July Races in Greater Cincinnati

Even though Fourth of July had several races, there are still quite a few races left in the moonth of July most likely one near where you live. Below is small list of upcoming races in July.   Check the club calendar for a few more races in the summer. 
Thursday July 10

• RCGC Urban Cross Country Series, 7:30 pm, Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH, www.cincinnatirunning.com.

Friday July 11

• Lei 5K Run/Walk,8:00 pm, Mulhauser Barn, West Chester OH, www.nfcfchiari.com.

Saturday July 12

• Running with the Saints 5K Run/Walk, 8:00 AM, Immaculate Heart of Mary, Burlington KY, www.sprunning.com.
• Natalie's Fly Thru the Park, 9:00 AM, Miami Meadows Park, Miami Township OH, www.racedmc.com.
• Sayler Park Village 5K Run, 9:00 AM, Sayler Park Recreation Center, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.

Thursday July 17

• RCGC Urban Cross Country Series, 7:30 pm, Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH, www.cincinnatirunning.com.

Saturday July 19

• Running On The River 5k and 10K, 8:00 AM, Augusta Riverview Park, Augusta KY, www.augustaky.com.
• Country Music Rack Run,  8:30 AM,  Ault Park, Cincinnati OH, www.cincynationrun.com.
• Girls Night Out 5 Miler, 7:00 PM, Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason OH, www.girlsnightoutrun.com.

Sunday July 20

• East Fork Backpack Trail Run, 9:00 am, East Fork Lake State Park, Bethel OH, www.runningtime.net.

Thursday July 24

• RCGC Urban Cross Country Series, 7:30 pm, Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH, www.cincinnatirunning.com.

Saturday July 26

• Shiner Dash 5K, 8:30 AM, Rising Sun High School, Rising Sun IN, www.stuartroadraocing.com.
• Racin' in Mason - Summer Classic, 9:00 AM, Pine Hill Park, Mason OH, www.sprunning.com.
• Running For Home 5k Run/Walk, 9:00 AM,  England/Idlewild Park, Burlington KY, www.runningforhome.org.

Sunday July 27

• St. Martin's Country Run 5k, 9:30 am, St. Martin's Church, Yorkville IN, view flier.

Thursday July 31

• RCGC Urban Cross Country Series, 7:30 pm, Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH, www.cincinnatirunning.com.

2014 Fourth of July Race Results

Below are race results to the many Fourth Of July Races held in Greater Cincinnati over the past weekend.  

• Rocket Man 5k/10k - 5k Results, 10k Results.
• Edgewood Independence 5k Run/Walk - 5k Results.
• Greendale 4th of July 5k Run/Walk - 5k Results.
• Run For Liberty 5k - 5k Results.
  
• Campbell County YMCA Firecracker 5000 - 5k Results.
• Pray~Hope~Believe 5K Walk/Run - 5k Results. 
• Run 4 Home 5k - 5k Results. 
• Greenhills Pioneer Run - 5k Results
• Madison Courier Firecracker 10k - 10k Results

Cincinnati Panerathon to Fight Hunger - September 21

Registration is live for the 7^th annual Cincinnati Panerathon to Fight Hunger on Sunday, September 21^st. All proceeds benefit local hunger outreach through Shared Harvest Foodbank and Mason Food Pantry.
Adults, kids, runners, walkers, well-behaved leashed dogs, and strollers are welcome! Everyone celebrates at the finish line with fresh bagels, pastries, and sandwiches from Panera Bread, entertainment with Q102, and fun for the whole family! Help fight hunger in the community and participate in a fun event. Visit www.panerathon.com to register or for more information.

RACE DETAILS:

• DATE: Sunday September 21, 2014
  
• TIME:
  • 5K/10K Run – 9:00 a.m.
  • 5K Walk - 9:05 a.m.
  • Kids Fun Run – Approximately 10:15 a.m.
• PLACE: Panera Bread at Deerfield Towne Center - 5095 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason, OH.
• INFO: Adults, kids, runners, walkers, well-behaved leashed dogs, and strollers are welcome! Everyone celebrates at the finish line with fresh bagels, pastries, and sandwiches from Panera Bread.  Part of the 2014 RCGC Grand Prix. Proceeds benefit  local hunger outreach through Shared Harvest Foodbank and Mason Food Pantry. Visit www.panerathon.com to register or for more information.

RCGC Volunteer Opportunities - Summer 2014

Here are some upcoming opportunities where you can help out the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. If you can help out, we would greatly appreciate it:

1. Finish Line Crew - The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati has quite a few races coming up where volunteers are needed to work the finish line. The jobs are easy and you get to the learn how to use the club's new chip timing system. If interested send us an email at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com.
2. Ongoing Openings - Currently we have few openings for keeping the club running on an ongoing basis:  Social Chair,  Program Chair, and Newsletter Editor. Most positions take 2-3 hours a month of your time. If you can or would like to fulfill one of these positions, please send an email to cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or attend the next board meeting on July 17.

20th Annual Brian Rohne Memorial 5k Run / Walk - August 9

Brian Rohne was the most valuable athlete for the Men's Cross Country team at Northern Kentucky University in 1992. Brian was fatally injured in January 1993 on a training run and the race is held in his name. The race raises money for the Northern Kentucky University Cross Country team. Pre-registration is $20.00 which includes a shirt. For Runners' Club members and those 18 and under pre-registration is $15.00 which includes a shirt. Race Day is $25 with the shirt while supplies last.
RACE DETAILS:

• DATE: Saturday August 9, 2014
  
• TIME: 7:00 PM
  
• PLACE: Albright Health Center, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights KY
  
• DISTANCE: 5k.
  
• COST: $20 Pre-registration(includes T- shirt). RCGC Members/ 18 & Under - $15 with T-shirt. Race Day Registration is $25(T-shirt included while supplies last). No discounts on race day. Get the flier or register online for more information.

RCGC Urban Cross Country Series

The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati along with the Norwood High School Cross Country Team brings free cross country runs to Lower Millcrest Park in Norwood Ohio. Every Thursday starting July 10^th through August 21^st , there will be a free 5k race at 7:30pm.  There will be a DJ, concessions, and T-shirts sold.   No entry fees unless you want your time recorded for posterity.

A splendid time is guaranteed to all! For info call 513-351-6300 days.
CROSS COUNTRY SERIES INFORMATION

• DATE: begins Thursday July 10, 2013 and continues to Thursday August 21
• TIME: 7:30 PM
• PLACE: Lower Millcrest Park, Norwood OH
  
• INFORMATION: 5k cross country race every Thursday beginning on July 10 and ending on August 21. No entry fees unless you want your time recorded for posterity, concessions or a shirt remembering the wonderful time that you had.  For info, call 513-351-6300 days or visit the RCGC Cross Country Series Page.

2014 4th of July Races In Greater Cincinnati

There are quite a few races on the Fourth of July weekend in the Greater Cincinnati Area and most likely one near where you live. Here are a few of them.  Visit the RCGC Calendar for a few more races on the Fourth of July.
Thursday July 3

• Root Beer Junction Madeira Mile, 6:30 pm, Madeira Presbyterian Church, 8000 Miami Ave, Madeira OH, www.madeiracity.com.

Friday July 4

• Rocket Man 5k/10k, 7:30 am, Miami Riverview Park, Loveland OH, www.cincyhalfmarathon.com.
• Edgewood Independence 5k Run/Walk, 7:30 am, Presidents Park, Edgewood KY, Steve Prescott, www.sprunning.com.
• Conquer the Hill 10k, 8:00 am, Evendale Recreation Complex, Evendale OH, Kim Pielage, www.evendaleohio.org.
  
• Run For Liberty 5k, 8:00 am, Lakota East High School, West Chester OH, http://sprunning.com.
  
• Campbell County YMCA Firecracker 5000, 8:15 am, Tower Park, Ft. Thomas KY, Campbell County YMCA.
• Pray~Hope~Believe 5K Walk/Run, 8:30am, Colerain Municipal Complex, Colerain Township www.runningtime.net.
  
• Run 4 Home 5k, 8:30am, Armco Park, Lebanon OH http://www.ihnwc.net.
• Greendale 4th of July 5k Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Greendale Park, Greendale IN, Don Connolly, www.racedmc.com

Saturday July 5

• Greenhills Pioneer 5k Run, 8:00 am, Greenhills Commons, Greenhills OH, www.pioneerrun.com.

2014 RCGC Grand Prix Update - June

The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati is doing a Grand Prix Series in 2014. The goal of the Grand Prix is to include and recognize members that do many of the races that the club puts on or supports. So far, about 60 club members have participated in at least one Grand Prix Race.
 The next race in the Grand Prix will be the  Madeira Mile which is Thursday July 3 followed by the RCGC Urban Summer Cross Country Series in July.
Below is a list of the top 5 male and female club members for scoring through the Memorial Day Race.  Scoring is based on your best 5 races(either A, B, C), your best B race, and your best C Race. (For a complete listing, go to www.cincinnatirunning.com.
RCGC Grand Prix Standings
through Memorial Day Race

Top 5 Females			Top 5 Males
Name	Total		Name	Total
Lisa Roa	375		Harvey Lewis	350
Barbara Ellwein	325		Jerry Patton	273
Cindy Cranmer	236		Marty Hovey	267
Stacey Herdering	196		Greg Roa	241
Nurys Diaz	189		Ryan Woolley	197

View Complete Standings

RCGC Board Meeting - June 19

The next RCGC Board Meeting will be held on Thursday  June 19 at The Foot Doctor in Norwood OH at 7:15 PM. The meeting is open to all current RCGC members.
We will discuss plans for the Summer Cross Country Series, the Summer Trail Run plus much more.
Hope you can join us!
DETAILS

• DATE:  Thursday June 19, 2014
  
• TIME: 7:15 PM
  
• PLACE: The Foot Doctor, 5521 Montgomery Road, Norwood OH
  
• INFORMATION: Board Meeting of the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. Open to all current members. We will discuss plans for the Summer Cross Country Series, the Summer Trail Run  plus much more. View agenda.  

17th Annual Root Beer Junction Madeira Mile

Got in an email from Madeira Mile Race Director Jim Kean:
Join us for the annual Madeira Mile presented by Root Beer Junction on July 3rd! It's a great way to kick off the holiday weekend!
As an added incentive to pre-register online, the first 50 registrants will receive a FREE MADEIRA MILE event t-shirt commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Jim Ryun’s MILE World Record signed by Jim.
You can register online by clicking on the link here: https://www.runreg.com/madeiramile2014
We would appreciate if you would give us a like on the Face Book too: https://www.facebook.com/MadeiraMile

Road Race Results From The June 7 Weekend

Below are race results from the many races held in Greater Cincinnati the weekend of June 7 and June 8:  

• NKYHatesHeroin5K
• Piggy Went to Market 5k / 10k
• Price Hill Pacer 
• Run For The Poor 
• Sojourner Race For Recovery
• Steady Strides 5k
• Walk for Water 5k
• WPYC 5k Run / Walk