Sunday, March 18, 2001 -- Grafton, WV
Grafton 5 Mile Run/Walk (iPO Event Id#: 3009)
Story and photos by Mike Monroe
[Details]
[Coverage]
[Overall Results]
[Results by Class]
Pictures:
[Set 1]
[Set 2]
[Set 3]
[Set 4]
[Set 5]
[Set 6]
[Set 7]
[1999 Coverage]
[2000 Coverage]
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The streets were lined with people to encourage the runners and to support the Girls Team. Coach Martin was busy running around getting everything ready for the race along with his whole track team to either participate or help with the race. The day started off with the 1/2 mile run for the little ones. All the kids were seen with smiles on their faces and were being cheered on by their parents.
The walk and run were both started at the same time. For most people,
this was their first race of the year. For others, like Steve
Bence, it was their fourth or fifth race of the year. People from
all over the area and even Pittsburgh and DC were seen getting ready
for the race. The mass of people stood at the start/finish line
anticipating the bang from the gun. When the gun finally went off, all
that was heaed was the music coming from a local DJ, Joe Skeen,
who kept them pumped up for the rest of the race.
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The Women's race was another win for Grafton native Sherrie
Flohr, winning with a time of 33:05. Coming in for second was
Stephanie Hatfield with a time of 35:29. Carol Davis
was in third place as she crossed the line with a time of 36:29.
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The Women's walk was real close with the top two female only being separated by 3 seconds, but the Grafton native won. Lisa Charlton had a time of 23:41 to beat out Martha Elliot's 23:44. Finding the line for third was Sarah Ray with a time of 25:53.
Everyone had a great time even if they didn't walk away with the biggest trophy. And don't forget, it all was for a great cause. The Team put on a great event, and for their efforts they'll see improvements in their track facilities and equipment.