QUANTICO, Va.– Lieutenant Commander Michael Krisman of the U.S. Navy trotted his way to victory at the Turkey Trot 10K on Saturday, Nov. 17, the final race in the 2012 MCM Event Series organized by the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). LCDR Krisman, 36, a resident of Montclair, Va., completed the course in 35 minutes, 41 seconds to claim the first place finish and a 20 lb. turkey in his MCM event debut.

“I just arrived in the area this summer and had never run any of these (MCM) races before,” says LCDR Krisman. “It was a lot harder than I thought, but it was a good course and well laid-out. Those hills were just tough at mile five.”

The women’s field was led by Vicky Jasparro, 39, of Fredericksburg, Va. Jasparro finished the 6.2-mile course in 39:22, setting a new Turkey Trot 10K record for the women’s division. The previous record of 39:38 was set at the first MCM-organized Turkey Trot 10K held in 2008.

“It was a beautiful day for running,” says Jasparro. “I’m a competitive runner, and parts of this course were challenging. I really enjoyed it.”

Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Hetherington, USMC (ret.), 45, of Vienna, Va., received the male Masters Award, for runners age 40 and above, finishing in 36:32. LtCol Hetherington has achieved numerous top finishes in previous MCM events and is a member of the MCM Hall of Fame. Springfield, Va. runner Yuko Whitestone, 40, led the women in the Masters category finishing the Turkey Trot in 43:16. Whitestone also achieved finishes at the top of the leader board in the Irish Sprint 10K and Gender Defender 5K, earlier races in the 2012 MCM Event Series.

Overall, Masters and first place age award winners were presented with frozen turkeys, while runners up in age categories took home pumpkin pies from Bob Evans, all in keeping with the festive holiday theme. Additionally, 16 individuals who have achieved “perfect attendance” by participating in all MCM Event Series races, the Historic Half marathon and the MCM in 2012 were recognized at the award ceremony.

Prior to the Turkey Trot 10K start, nearly 150 children ages nine and under ran the Turkey Trot Kids Mile, a just-for-fun one mile out-and-back run on the streets surrounding Lejeune Hall. Spectators and finishers alike enjoyed music, giveaways from event sponsors and a live petting zoo.

2012 Turkey Trot 10K

Quantico, VA, Saturday, Nov. 17

10-14

Men

1) Miles Gordon, 14, Stafford, VA, 41:45

2) Mathew Schaefer, 14, Stafford, VA, 44:21

Women

1) Alexis Viola, 14, Fredericksburg, VA, 47:19

2) Elise Ommundsen, 14, Quantico, VA, 51:16

15-19

Men

1) Brett Peterson, 16, Stafford, VA, 38:49

2) Roberto Gorjon-Andujar, 16, Bristow, VA, 40:31

Women

1) Marie Marshall, 15, Manassas, VA, 46:57

2) Amanda Berube, 16, Locust Grove, VA, 52:16

20-24

Men

1) Stephen Haury, 22, Quantico, VA, 39:13

2) Grant Peehler, 23, Tonawanda, NY, 42:20

Women

1) Emily Bastion, 23, Bethesda, MD, 42:19

2) Anna Pitz, 22, Nashville, TN, 49:01

25-29

Men

1) Charles Gafford, 29, Arlington, VA, 38:27

2) Matthew Silliman, 29, 38:52

Women

1) Lindsey Slyman, 26, Woodbridge, VA, 42:15

2)  Jennifer Henman, 29, King George, OH, 47:08

30-34

Men

1) Adam Lowe, 30, Mechanicsville, MD, 36:55

2) Dan Gray, 33, Fredericksburg, VA, 38:59

Women

1) Nikki Bowen, 31, Amissville, VA, 44:09

2) Tiffany Torres, 32, Stafford, VA, 45:19

35-39

Men

1) Michael Hansen, 35, Alexandria, VA, 41:52

2) Kolter Miller, 32, Dumfries, VA, 42:29

Women

1) Sara Perez, 35, Stafford, VA, 41:52

2) Amanda Brannon, 35, Stafford, VA, 43:27

40-44

Men

1) Mark Schroeder, 42, Stafford, VA, 42:11

2) Robert Rice, 41, Springfield, VA, 42:21

Women

1) Melanie Phillip, 42, Locust Grove, VA, 50:23

2) Sharon Gingola, 43, Patchogue, NY, 50:29

45-49

Men

1) Michael Kimes, 46, Manassas, VA, 44:32

2) Grant Olbrich, 49, Stafford, VA, 45:32

Women

1) Joyce Martin, 47, Dumfries, VA, 51:01

2) Karen Darden, 46, Fredericksburg, VA, 54:32

50-54

Men

1) Jack Morrison, 53, Fredericksburg, VA, 40:31

2) Terry Basham, 53, Dumfries, VA, 41:07

Women

1) Cyndy Berryman, 52, Marshall, VA, 45:51

2) Lesa Townsend, 51, Warrenton, VA, 52:09

55-59

Men

1) Ray Cobb, 57, Alexandria, VA, 45:59

2) James Riordan, 58, Fredericksburg, VA, 46:44

Women

1) Karen Miller, 55, Stafford, VA, 51:31

2) Jodi Vangeison, 56, Stafford, VA, 54:31

60+

Men

1) Frank Spicer, Jr., 60, Clifton, VA, 44:46

2) Allen Vaughn, 62, Stafford, VA, 46:26

Registration for the 2013 MCM Event Series will open on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at www.marinemarathon.com

You know you want pie. You know you’d better earn it. Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the 2nd annual Turkey Day 5K in downtown Phoenix — one of six TD5Ks going on simultaneously around the country!
The course is flat and fun, making it the perfect start to the day’s festivities for you and your family. Walk, run or jog — all are steps in the direction of a nice, fat slice.

Enjoy a scenic, flat 5K course with your family and friends! The course was designed to let runners experience downtown Phoenix in a unique, unhurried way. The TD5K starts at Wesley Bolin Plaza on Jefferson heading east to 3rd Avenue, north to McKinley, then south back to Washington via 4th Avenue. The spectacular stretch into the finish line offers a picturesque backdrop highlighted with the state capitol building. Join us and prepare your appetite for Thanksgiving dinner!

For more information and to register visit RunTurkeyDay.com

Now, apple or pumpkin?

This year, Thundercloud Subs is proud to partner with Howdy Honda to help grow their contribution to Caritas of Austin. In addition to the popular Mellow Johnny’s bike packages, this year’s raffle participants are also entered to win a redesigned 2013 Honda Accord, courtesy of Howdy Honda. Second and third prize winners will enjoy a prize package worth $1,250 for bikes, gear, clothing or accessories from Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop.

“We would like to thank Howdy Honda for their generous donation to this year’s Turkey Trot Raffle,” shares Mike Haggerty, co-owner of ThunderCloud Subs. “As all ticket sales go directly to Caritas of Austin, we are thrilled to partner with Howdy Honda and Mellow Johnny’s to increase the community impact this annual raffle provides.”

Raffle tickets are $25 and can be purchased online either with or separate from registration. The winner doesn’t need to be present at the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot to win, and winners will be announced on Wednesday, November 28 after the winning tickets are drawn at 12:30 p.m. at Howdy Honda.

“We hope the public is as excited about this grand prize as we are,” states Cliff Collier, General Manager of Howdy Honda. “We wanted a special way to launch the release of the 2013 Honda Accord, and donating to the Turkey Trot Raffle allows us to give back to the community that supports our dealership year after year.”

Since 1990, the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot has raised over $1.5 million for Caritas of Austin, and this year 20,000 participants are expected at the Long Center for the Performing Arts on Thanksgiving Day. Registration for the 5-mile run is $20 for untimed runners and $25 for timed runners, with the 5-mile option being the only distance where participants can choose to be timed. The 1-mile walk is $18 and the Stepping Stone School Kids’ K is $8. Registration includes race entry, t-shirt and race packet, and prices will begin to increase in late October. Visit http://thundercloud.com/index.php/trot for more information and to register for this Thanksgiving tradition.

Registration for the 35th annual Dana Point Turkey Trot is now open to let runners and future runners everywhere celebrate by committing to participate in “one of America’s best Thanksgiving Day runs,” according to Fitness Magazine. Known for its scenic routes, beautiful Southern California weather, and family-friendly activities, the Dana Point Turkey Trot has become an Orange County tradition, attracting more than 16,000 participants, including friends and family, to its 5K, 10K, Kids’ Gobble Wobble, and two-day health and fitness expo and finish line festival.

“This year’s Turkey Trot will be a whale of a time,” said Heather Johnston, executive director, Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, alluding to this year’s new theme for the Thanksgiving Day run. “For 35 years, the Dana Point Turkey Trot has been an Orange County tradition for thousands. Whether working toward your fitness goals, encouraging your kids to get active, visiting with friends old and new, or exploring the new health and wellness brands at the expo, we’ll have activities for the whole family. Expect some surprises this year along the course, including special photo opportunities, presented by our sponsors.”

Sponsors of the 2012 Thanksgiving Day run include: the City of Dana Point, CLIF® BAR, The Greek Gods® brand Greek-Style Yogurt, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Independence Bank, Mission Hospital, Aviir Diagnostics Laboratories, OC Dana Point Harbor, South Coast Water District, The Toll Roads, Mahé, Lantern Bay Plaza, Salt Creek Grille, StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 100.3FM The Sound, Fitness Together, NUTRISHOP™ Dana Point, Pacific Western Bank and Vintage Marina Partners. Organizations will reach tens of thousands of runners, athletes and community members, and millions more through media impressions, all while making a vital impact on the local economy.

For more information about the 35th annual Dana Point Turkey Trot, visit http://www.turkeytrot.com and follow the event on Twitter at http://twitter.com/turkeytrot and Facebook at http://facebook.com/danapointturkeytrot.

About the Dana Point Turkey Trot:
Produced by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, the Dana Point Turkey Trot is the nation’s sixth largest turkey trot in the country. Named one of America’s best Thanksgiving Day runs by Fitness Magazine, the Dana Point Turkey Trot has become an Orange County tradition, attracting more than 16,000 participants, including friends and family, in its 5K, 10K, Kids’ Gobble Wobble, and two-day Aviir Health and Wellness expo. Featuring scenic routes through picturesque Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach, the Turkey Trot offers something for every member of the family. The Dana Point Turkey Trot is a USA Track & Field (USATF) sanctioned and certified event and a 2012 USATF Southern California Championship 10K Race. For more information, to register for a race, or to become a sponsor, visit http://www.turkeytrot.com.

What:

Race: 15th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run

Sponsored by Naperville Noon Lions Club to raise funds to help over 3,000 children and families in Naperville with vision and hearing care and diabetes support since our first run in 1998.

Where:

Location: Naperville Central High School, 440 W. Aurora Ave, Naperville, Il

When:

Thanksgiving morning, at 8am on Nov 22nd

Registration:

Online only, registration now open and limited to 7,500 participants

Register early; race sold out in 2010 and 2011

Web Site: napervilleturkeytrot.com

Cost:

$30 May 1-Oct 31, $35 Nov 1-21, $25 age 9 and under

Packet Pickup:

Naperville Running Company, 34 West Jefferson Ave, Naperville Il – 630.357.1900

Sat Nov 17th from 10am – 6pm

Sun Nov 18th from 11am – 5pm

Mon Nov 19th from 10am – 8pm

Tue Nov 20th from 10am – 8pm

Wed Nov 21st from 10am – 4pm

All media used with permission from Naperville Turkey Trot

The original Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot was held at the Old Fairgrounds back in the early 1940s, but the long string of consecutive years began with the eight mile race back in 1968.The unique eight mile distance was created when the one hundred and seven participants were instructed to run along the shores of White Rock Lake “to the big oak tree and back”. By 1979, the race had become so popular …that it was moved to the downtown area to accommodate more runners and to showcase “Big D”. The 3 mile Fun Run/Walk was added in 1984 to accommodate the increased participation of individuals and families. In 2009 the distance was changed to 5K and the course was certified.

The Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot is a YMCA tradition that draws people from all over the country each year. Even if you’re not a runner or walker, there are fun activities for the whole family to enjoy: clowns, pony rides, bounce houses, live musical entertainment and much more!

All media used with permission from The Capital One Bank Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

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