Katz steps up as Stamped 5-K marquis sponsor
The Bears Youth Running Program is proud to announce a new title sponsor for the 13th annual running of The Stillwater Stampede 5-kilometer race. The Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Katz will replace Newton Memorial Hospital as the race’s primary backer.
The Stampede will be held on Sunday, May 18 at 10 am at Swartswood State Park. Katz’ sponsorship, and that of the other secondary sponsors combined with race entries enable the Bears, a vital youth running program, to continue.
The Bears is open to elementary and middle school kids of all abilities. The coaches teach the children the many physical and mental benefits of the sport of running, and the program includes two weekly practices plus the opportunity to race both on the weekends and as part of practice.
“The Bears Youth Running Program has been a remarkably successful program which not only improves the running skills of the children participants, but also has proven to be a positive impact on the growth of these children as individuals. I have been so impressed with the program and its achievements that I wanted to become a major financial supporter of it,” attorney Jeffrey Katz said.
Located on Trinity Street, in Newton, the Law Office of Jeffrey S. Katz represents all clients. After years in the public sector, Katz has taken the experience and skill he’s gleamed over the years and extrapolated it into the private sector. Word of mouth of his business has spread like wildfire and he’s now extremely high in demand. The personal attention he offers his clients has become his hallmark.
Secondary sponsors include: Anthony Sylvan Pools, R&T Nautilus, McGlew Transportation, Lucas & Gaus Attorneys at Law, the Morville Agency, Fit Experience, and Kim Gurh’s Avon.
In addition to the 5-K, the Stampede will also feature a Mile Family Fun Run and a Tiny Trot (for children five and under). For information and applications to the race call 973-934-2719 or e-mail Bearsrunningclub @ aol.com.
BEARS JAM AT INDOOR MEET: SUMMARY COURTESY OF COACH BRUCE
Hi Bears and Parents --
Yesterday's meet in New York City was the last indoor meet of the season
(we have the Leprechaun Leap 5K race at 1 pm in Mt. Olive on March 16) and
the Bears were terrific. We took seven athletes because the meet was only
open to the Youth age group (13-14) and younger, entered 21 events and
came home with 20 medals. We had six 1st place, six 2nd place and one 3rd
place. Medals and team point scoring went through sixth place because
this meet was at the "eastern zone" level (there was even a runner in the
girls' youth 3000m and 1500m who flew in from Chicago for this meet - she
placed 2nd and 1st respectively). Just as importantly, perhaps even more
so because we all ultimately compete against ourselves, we had 16 PRs
(personal records) among those 21 events. Really an amazingly good
performance by the Bears.
Although I was very pleased with everyone's performance, I must point out
Katie Rohsler's performance in the 3000 meter race. Katie placed 4th in
this race in a time of 12:00.49 which was excellent, but most impressive
was her concentration, intensity and courage regardless of the time. Good
times and places are always wonderful, but it is the concentration,
intensity and courage that really turns coaches on. Given Katie's current
level of fitness and training (she played basketball almost all indoor
track season), I don't think she could have possibly run any better.
Absolutely wonderful, Katie! Great to have you back.
Following are the performance results:
High Jump -- Noah Keppler 3'6" 1st PR
Maddie Bussow 3'4" 1st PR
Colin Sparling 3'8" 2nd
Michael Bussow 4'2" 2nd PR
Hailey Guhr 4'3" 1st PR
Long Jump -- Noah Keppler 2.29m 3rd PR
Charlie Keppler 2.29m 3rd PR
Michael Bussow 3.76m 4th PR
Shot Put -- Maddie Bussow 4.90m 2nd PR
Charlie Keppler 5.06m 2nd PR
Hailey Guhr 8.67m 2nd
55 Hurdles -- Colin Sparling 12.4 1st
Michael Bussow 12.4 1st
Hailey Guhr 12.59 2nd
200 Meter -- Noah Keppler 42.0 PR
800 Meter -- Maddie Bussow 3:18.4 6th PR
Charlie Keppler 3:48.49 4th PR
Colin Sparling 2:54.64 1st PR
Hailey Guhr 2:59.43 5th PR
Katie Rohsler 2:49.84 4th PR
3000 Meter -- Katie Rohsler 12:00.49 4th PR
It was too bad that this meet was only open to the "younger" age groups
because I think that our "old folks" (14-15 and 17-18) would have done
just as well judging from what I've seen in practice recently. Remember,
the places you see above are for each athlete's own age group.
Unfortunately, this meet got off to a late start (about 1 hour 40 minutes
before the first running event started). However, our athletes handled
themselves very well, not letting it bother them. There were a number of
things that stood out in this meet that we will continue to work on.
Meets are great for showing us just where our strengths and weaknesses are
(we all have them no matter how good we are). So, we will continue to
solidify our strengths and work to lessen our weaknesses.
Thanks again to Mr. Bussow for all his hard work with the Bears, and to
Mr. Lawson for his efforts with the shot putters. Also, thanks to Bill
Delfing for helping inspire the long jumpers to take the leap (please
forgive the pun). Thank you especially to the parents for raising such
great kids and for allowing us the pleasure to work with them.
Parents and Bears, if you know or meet the coaches and/or athletic
directors for Kittatinny and Newton High Schools, I hope that you will
tell them how much we appreciated their generosity in loaning their track
& field equipment to us for the winter/indoor season. Newton loaned us
their high jump pit and standards which our athletes absolutely loved, and
Kittatinny loaned us their hurdles and various other pieces of equipment.
Thanks also to John Richardson of the Fredon Township Committee who
coordinated moving the high jump pit from, and back to, Newton HS. Please
also thank Joe Coltelli and any other members of the Fredon Recreation
Commission for the use of the gym, and especially being able to use the
high jump pit in the gym. Acknowledging all of these people and their
efforts on behalf of the Bears goes a long way in helping to secure their
cooperation again in the future. You might even want to drop them a note
thanking them, especially the Rec Commission.
This coming Thursday, March 13, we will have a guest speaker at the gym,
so make every effort to get there as early as possible. Our guest was an
All Big Ten Conference runner at Northwestern University in the 10K,
running 30 minutes for the distance, which as you know is running sub-five
minute miles for more than 6 miles, quite a feat. He will speak about his
experiences and we should be able to learn a great deal from him
regardless of our own event specialties. Make sure to be there!
Our next race is the Leprechaun Leap 5K Run this Sunday, March 16, 1 pm in
Mt. Olive at the international trade zone. You can enter online and I
also have entry forms. USATF membership entitles you to an entry fee
discount. I expect everyone to run, parents are very invited. Coaches
Guy and Laurie are expected to be there as well. This is a traditional
annual event for the Bears.
Our last event is our last Saturday morning run on the Paulinskill Valley
Trail on Saturday, March 29, followed by our annual Pancake Breakfast and
Awards Ceremony. All coaches and athletes are expected to be there, and
parents are invited as well. All athletes who have practiced with us for
even one day are very welcome. You don't have to run on the Trail with
us, but it would be nice to do a token mile or two so that you don't feel
guilty about eating my wife's trerrific pancakes. Make sure you're there,
we'll have fun.
See you at practice.
Coach Bruce
Sign up for the stampede at this site:
http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1524355
Yes, the race has been held in June in the past, but because of a new summer Park fee that goes into effect on Memorial Day, we decided to move the race so we can generate the optimal proceeds for The Bears Youth Running Program.
The marquis 5-K will begin at 10 am and a Mile Family Fun Run and The Tiny Trot (open to kids 5 and under) will follow.
The Stampede course is a fast & gorgeous one with mile splits and lots of water. Enjoy live music, great goodies and t-shirts, a huge raffle and the Stampede's traditional post-race home-baked goods.
There will be cash prizes for the top three male and female finsihers, and age group awards to the top three males and females in 10 year age categories.
The race benefits The Bears Youth Running Program. Entering its 13th year, this innovative program teaches elementary and middle school kids the many positive physical and mental benefits of running. No child is turned away. Kids practice twice a week under the guidance of seasoned competitive runners who volunteer their time, and the kids have the chance to race every weekend.
To date, this program has positively impacted the lives of over 800 kids.
SPONSORS: We are looking for businesses to be Stampede sponsors. If you are interested, please call Laurie Gordon at 973-383-7933.
ENTRY FEES:
5-Kilometer - Pre-Reg (By 5/14/08) = $12, Day-of Race = $15
Mile Fun Run - Pre-Reg = $10 w/ shirt, $5 w/o shirt, Day-of = $5 (no shirts)
The Tiny Trot (for kids 5 & under - May compete in stroller) - Pre & Day-of = $3
Make checks payable to: “The Bears Running Club,” and Mail to: The Gordons, 946 Edgewood Drive, Newton, NJ 07860
Please print out the application below and mail in or you can register on-line at this site:
http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1524355
Stillwater Stampede Official Entry Form
Name: ______________________________
Age on 5/18/08: ______ Male or Female
Address: ______________________________________ _____________________________________________
E-Mail: _______________________________________
Phone: ____________________
Race Entering: (Circle): 5-K Mile Fun Run \Tiny Trot
How many years have you done The Stampede? : ________________________
In consideration of this entry being accepted, I hereby for myself, executors and administrators waive and release claims I may have against The Bears Running Club, Swartswood State Park, Stillwater Township, and the Dept of Recreation of Stillwater Township, their officers and representatives for injuries that may be suffered by me in this event. I also confirm here that I am physically fit and qualified to participate in this race and am at least 18 years of age or have had this signed by my guardian if I have not yet reached the age of 18.
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Athlete’s Signature (that of guardian if athlete is under 18) Date
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