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2006 News & Photos from Peninsula Runners Victoria
Peninsula Runners staff on YouTube
Need a laugh? Check this video out!!! Find the staff in the group list here (December 14). Just so you all know... Annie is Michael's girlfriend. Pretty awesome and funny!
Seattle Half-Marathon 2006
Nov 28/06: Daphne Panter and Beth Haysom at the Seattle Half-Marathon, November 26. Way to represent girls!!!
PenRun team at Thetis Lake Relay
Nov 13/06: A PenRun team at the Thetis Lake Relay on the weekend. Click to enlarge. Results can be found at www.pih.bc.ca.
Peninsula Runners teams up with Project Ecuador!
Nov 8/06: You can now drop off new or used runners, soccer boots and balls at Peninsula Runners. Project Ecuador is slowly moving towards their goal of 1000 soccer balls and 1000 shoes. We need you to get this done by early December so please help! Project Ecuador is also raising funds for a new soccer field in Ecuador. If you would like to make a financial donation please contact Dave at Peninsula Runners or www.equal-opportunity.ca. Peninsula Runners is now accepting those shoes and balls!
Steve Osaduik wins ING James Cunningham Seawall Race
Oct 29/06, Vancouver: After being the runner-up for 2 years in a row, Steve came through with a victory this year. Race report and photos on canadarunningseries.com
Results and Photos from BC Cross Country Champs
Oct 21/06: Individual Results | Team Results
Photos:
Photos by
Tony Austin (all events, 400+ photos)
Photos by Rob Wille
(most events)
Photos by Teresa Nightingale (All-Comers, 9/10 Yrs,
Sr/Mast Men)
Clinic members in Disneyland
Oct/06: Left: Long-time Peninsula Runners clinic members Donna and Ashley Porter in Disneyland, running the inaugural Half marathon. See more pictures from the course. You'll see another long-time clinic member, Daphne Panter, attended the race as well. Everyone had a great time and we look forward to putting more people on that start line next year.
19 Questions with Steve Osaduik
Oct 18/06: David Milne of Peninsula Runners sat down with Royal Victoria Marathon winner and record-breaker Steve Osaduik (2:16:47) to ask him a few questions about his race and his goals. Why not 20 questions? Give the guy a break, he just ran a marathon.
How confident were you before the race?
Extremely confident that I would win but not as confident about breaking the record.
What was the defining moment in your training when you knew this goal was
obtainable?
When I got to my taper and I said to my coach I feel great there must be something wrong.
How many miles per week have you been running over the past 6 months?
100-120 mpw with recovery weeks as low as 50 miles
How long have you been training for this race?
4 months
Overall how did the race go?
This was the best marathon and the best race I have ever run, I felt comfortable and relaxed
throughout and I really felt like I had control of the marathon and it's 26.2 miles were not
controlling me and they way I felt.
Were you nervous?
Yes but I held it in and didn't let it get away from me.
How long did you warm up for?
15 minute jog and 2 strides and a lot of nervous stretches before.
What did you have before the race to eat?
A sports bar, banana, and some water 3 hours from the race.
Did you get blisters? Chafing?
No and no.
How fast was your first mile?
5:05
How fast was your last?
5:00
Did you cool down afterwards?
I didn't get a chance but I had an ice bath back at the hotel and a whirl pool and did a lot
of walking that day after the race.
If there was one piece of advice you could give someone else in the race,
what would it be?
No matter how your training has gone go into the race with confidence even if it is false confidence
because I thought my training was insufficient and look what can happen.
Who has been your biggest supporter?
Girlfriend, parents and family, Coach, Bob Reid, coffee sponsor Brian McDonald,
Al Johnston, Yvonne Visser (massage therapist), PacificSport Nanaimo, Nanaimo,
Victoria.
How many people would you have in your support staff?
Approximately 10.
How good does it feel to have obtained your goals?
Better than I thought. I finished the race and finally felt like I could relax and take it easy
and it wasn't a bad thing. But that lasted a day and I started training again.
What are your next goals?
To win National cross in December and to run sub 2:14 in London at the marathon April 2007.
Are you going to be on the start line in Beijing?
Yes
What is it going to take?
Determination
Osaduik breaks 25-year record at RVM
Oct 9/06: He does it! The 25-year Royal Victoria Marathon record that seemed to be safe was shattered by the Island's most recognizable runner Steve Osaduik on Sunday. His time of 2:16:47 puts him first in the Canadian marathon rankings and shines more light on Steve's dream of representing Canada at the Olympics in 2008. read story on AIMS site
Above right: Royal Victoria Marathon champion Steve Osaduik talks running shoes with Shana, his first customer at Peninsula Runners.
Team Amazingrunners Run for the Cure
Oct 2/06: Congratulations and a big thank you to Team Amazingracers running Oct. 1, 2006 in the Run for the Cure, the annual national event in support of breast cancer research. Their contribution made a difference; great job everyone! (click photo to enlarge)
First annual ACDSee Tour De Rock 5km and 3km a great success
Sep 14/06: It was a great first event. Race Director Chris Kelsall got through all the kinks
of putting on a new event and when the running ended it was Steve Osaduik crossing the line as
he usually does—in first! Roughly $1600 was raised for Cops For Cancer and 234 runners
participated. A special thanks to Schneider Electric for making the largest contribution to
the field with 150 athletes. Also thank you to Adidas for generous prize donations.
See you next year.
Émilie Mondor dies in car accident
Sep 10/06: "Émilie will always be remembered for her ability to make other people feel good about themselves. She was a very kind person who always thought of other people first. I usually got to see Émilie only a few times a year, and every time she was always asking how other people's lives were doing first. I really respected that. In a sport that is so selfish and competitive, she brought a nice element to the track. She will be missed." — Dave Milne
Kirsten Sweetland wins the World Junior Triathlon Championships in Switzerland
Sep 4/06: The girl who dons the Nike Peninsula Runners gear made everyone proud when she conquered her demons from the 2006 race, and won gold for Canada. Sweetland broke a 15-year drought for Canadian Athletes at the World Triathlon Championships. Interestingly, the 2005 version of the race had much disappointment for Sweetland—she collapsed with 100 metres to go and ended up with an IV in her arm. On Saturday the gutsy Victorian crossed the line with her arms in the air and set her sights on the 2008 Olympic Team.
Race highlights, photos and interview. See additional photos with Kirsten's bio.
We at Peninsula Runners are so proud of Kirsten and will hopefully have many pictures of the race and event when she returns from Switzerland. If you have any questions or comments for Kirsten please feel free to forward them to peninsularunners@telus.net.
Dave to Challenge Ironman in 2007
Sep 1/06: After a week in Penticton the motivation has returned for Dave Milne. He will attempt to hoist himself back into the mode of training that carried him to Peninsula Runners. After 8 months of dealing with a knee injury that kept him from running pain-free, Dave has finally made the decision he knew was always coming; to get off his feet and onto the bike and in a pool for the majority of his training.
The goal will be to beat his business partner in the Victoria store, Paul Williams, and Keith Nicoll who is the co-owner of North Shore Athletics store. The race should be interesting—Williams held most of the Canadian distance running records for years in the 80's and early 90's. Nicoll is the only one to complete the Ironman and has done a few. Milne has no swimming background and is just as challenged on the bike.
The race should be exciting and the next year of training should be fun to watch! Good luck boys!
Osaduik wins 2006 Canadian Half Marathon Championships
August 13, Edmonton—full story on Athletics Canada website
Women's Results
1. Lucy Smith Victoria, BC 1:14:25 2. Lisa Harvey Calgary, AB 1:18:20 3. Tania Jones Richmond Hill, ON 1:18:28 4. Leslie Gold Montreal, QC 1:20:51
Men's Results
1. Steve Osaduik Nanaimo, BC 1:07:21 2. Jim Finlayson Victoria, BC 1:07:36 3. Mike Booth Winnipeg, MB 1:07:47 4. Scott Simpson Victoria, BC 1:08:12 5. Jason Warick Saskatoon, SK 1:08:36 6. Nik Southwell Victoria, BC 1:09:09 7. Mark Vollmer Edmonton, AB 1:11:16 8. Mario Iozzo Toronto, ON 1:12:13 9. Nathan Kendrick Calgary, AB 1:12:30 10. Mark Bomba Coquitlam, BC 1:12:56
These runners are wired
Aug 12/06: "These runners are wired" Aug 12 article in Victoria Times Colonist about Peninsula Runners carrying the new Nike Air Zoom Moire
Aug 10/06: Nike launched its Nike Moire + running shoe on Wednesday August 10th and Peninsula Runners has it. If you like running with music or have thought about it... this is the place to start! For more info click here (choose United States if asked, then click the play button when page is loaded) or stop by the store and get the story.
Kiauka wins silver at Canadian National T&F Championships
Aug 6/06: Congratulations to Eric Kiauka who came 2nd in the 3000m steeplechase at the 2006 Canadian Track and Field National Championships on August 6 with a time of 8:51.29! Way to go Eric! Check out the results here.
New Mural at Peninsula Runners
Aug 4/06: We are sprucing up our neighbourhood, Pen Run style! Come down to Shelbourne Plaza to
see the new mural, a tribute to runners here in Victoria and across Canada.
Come in and say hi while you're here, we'd love to hear your comments. Thanks to Steve at
Wonderworks Murals for his fantastic work.
Osaduik breaks own course record in Esquimalt 8k
July 30/06—Steve Osaduik marked his debut as a Peninsula Runners athlete with a major statement. In preparation for the National Half Marathon Championships (Aug 13th), Osaduik ran the Esquimalt 8km in 23:59, improving on his own course record of 24:10. The 2008 Beijing Olympics are quickly approaching and Osaduik will only keep improving in order to meet the difficult qualification standards.
The first woman to cross the finish line was Kirsty Smith, training with the National Triathlon Centre. The ex-track specialist has moved from running to train for triathlon, but she ran an impressive race finishing the 8k in 27:55. She set a new course record by over 2 minutes. The men's Masters winner was Paul O'Callaghan, who also won the draw for the Mountain Bike from Marty's Mountain Cycle. The women's Masters winner was Roberta Tower from the Apex running club.
The Esquimalt 8km had 249 finishers, setting a new participation record for the second year of the event. The weather cooperated and the sun appeared around the half-way mark of the race. Surprising showers all morning had runners and organizers concerned about the prospect of fast times, but it ended up being a perfect 15 degrees. Thanks again to everyone who participated.
Peninsula Runners would also like to thank all of the sponsors and the best race director in the world. Thank You Marty Pearce for your countless hours and devotion to making these events great for runners of all levels! The race generated $1300 for the Rock Solid Foundation who provide an important service for youth in our communities. Way to go!
Steve Osaduik makes debut as a Peninsula Runners athlete
July 28/06—This Sunday marks the beginning of a new relationship. Steve Osaduik will make his debut as a Peninsula Runners athlete in the Esquimalt 8k. Vancouver Island's most recognisable runner will be sporting a new singlet and a new attitude while he attempts to defend his title. He will use this weekend's event to prepare for the National Half Marathon Championships in Edmonton. This weekend's race will be a huge challenge for Steve, as he will have 2-time British Olympian Jon Brown to complete against. The action starts at 9am out of the Esquimalt Recreation Centre and concludes around 10am with a pancake breakfast. Proceeds from the race will go to support the Rock Solid Foundation.
Hole in One for Lance Davis
July 22/06—Long time Clinic member Lance Davis stole the show at the Cedar Hill Golf Course on July 22nd. The course, known as "The Rock", didn't give Lance any trouble today when he aced his tee shot on the tricky 4th hole. The pin was in the front middle and the tees way at the back and that wasn't enough to keep Davis' 9 iron from one hopping into the left side of the cup.
Peninsula Runners would like to wish Duane, Henry and Tina all the best in their new adventure
July 2006—Long time run club member Duane Woods has to leave the group. Tina has accepted a great new position and will continue her masters in London, Ontario. As one of the original 5 people to join the new store's run club in 2004, Peninsula Runners is grateful to Duane for sticking it out and letting the run club grow into the "Shelbourne Army" it is today. In his new running career Duane has become an accomplished runner. He now holds excellent personal bests in the half marathon and the marathon. He ran Vancouver last year with a new half marathon PB of 1:37.12. He followed that up with the Royal Victoria Marathon in 3:29:32. Duane will always be remembered for his hard work and commitment. We are so proud of Duane and wish him and his family all the best in their new life.
Eric Kiauka runs 2000m personal best in Europe
July 15/06—Eric Kiauka shone last night in Europe. After a bittersweet first race where he placed 4th in a 3000m steeplechase, he returned to form in a rare 2000m flat race. He ran a personal best 5:15. It was his first 2km race ever, so not knowing what to expect but pain, he got the results he wanted. Averaging 63's for 5 laps will set him up to compete very well in his next race. Good work Eric!
Trevor O'Brien runs 1500m in Belgium
July 2006—Local elite middle distance runner Trevor O'Brien ran his first 1500m race in his tour around Europe in Belgium on July 1st. He placed 10th in the field running a time of 3:45.16. The meet was the Leon Buyle Memorial in Belgium. The winner of the race was Bob Winter of the Netherlands in 3:41.02. The American, Alan Webb was also in the field and ran 3:46.14. It was his first race back since his hamstring injury that had him sidelined for most of the early parts of the season. Malindi Elmore of Calgary also ran a respectable 2:04.68 in the womens 800m (ninth place).
Thank you to Life Force Systems Bootcamp
July 2006—Peninsula Runners would like to thank Life Force Systems Bootcamp for inviting us to help and inform their athletes with a quick and fun shoe talk. We would also like to congratulate participants and the instructors for working Dave into the ground!
Kathie Dunn...Pen Run water bottle
Nancy Moses...Pen Run Water bottle
Heather Granger...Pen Run Water bottle
Laura Walsh...Brooks Revelation technical T-shirt
Jeanine Reemst...Brooks Revelation technical T-shirt
Patti Faulconbridge...Oak Bay 1/2 Marathon Asics Technical Reflect T-shirt
Voula Christou...Oak Bay 1/2 marathon Asics Technical Reflect T-Shirt
Paolo Mckinnon...Oak Bay 1/2 marathon Asics Techincal Reflect T-Shirt
Jan Willoughoy...Oak Bay 1/2 marathon Asics Technical Reflect T-Shirt
Fay Cahoon...$25 store credit
Michael M...$25 store credit
Grant Smith...$25 store credit
Joan Pink...$25 store credit
Jennie Tuttle...$25 store credit
Runners Race, Charities Win
May/June 2006—Left and right: David Milne and Marty Pearce of The Peninsula Runners Athletic Society present cheques for money raised in races presented by Peninsula Runners and a lot of sponsors and volunteers. They are pictured with Bob Campbell of Help Fill a Dream Foundation, the beneficiary of The Oak Bay Half-Marathon, and Susan MacDonald with Rocco of the Victoria SPCA, the beneficiary of The Panorama Classic Triathlon. Thank you to all of the participants, sponsors and volunteers who made these gifts possible.
Peninsula Runners sponsors Phyllis Martin's walk against Tourettes
March 10, 2006
Phyllis Martin is at present in training for her upcoming walk of the Island which she plans to undertake in June of 2006. The over 500km walk is to help to bring awareness of Tourettes Syndrome and to educate the public.
Phyllis has a grandson who suffers from Tourettes and she would like people to be more understanding and tolerant of this condition which affects 1 in 100 people, most of whom are not aware that they have it. To the individuals who have the more complex type of Tourettes, as does Phyllis' grandson, life can be very difficult. This is especially so in youngsters whose self-esteem and self confidence can be destroyed.
Phyllis is an extraordinary person who has an in-ordinate amount of compassion. Peninsula Runners and Brooks is proud to support Phyllis on her walk from one end of Vancouver Island to the other. Her task is not easy... it's 500 plus kilometres and will require a daily average of 30 to 40 kilometres. The journey will begin the first weekend of June and will take somewhere around 2 weeks.
Please feel free to follow along with our training updates and join in with Phyllis at any point to support the walk against Tourettes... please feel free to contact Dave at Peninsula Runners.
Times Colonist 10k 2006
Congratulations to all those who completed the Times Colonist 10k!
Lance Davis and family at TC10k: click images to enlarge
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Jenni Aitken 51:17 |
Shelagh Machin 47:17 |
...and our congratulations and apologies to anyone we missed.
Photos by Teresa Nightingale (click to enlarge)
Valentine's Fashion Show
Feb 14/06: A big thank you to everyone who enjoyed the fun-filled Valentine's evening Fashion Show. Here are some pics of the event!
News on this page:
Peninsula Runners staff on YouTube
PenRun team at Thetis Lake Relay
Peninsula Runners teams up with Project Ecuador!
Steve Osaduik wins ING James Cunningham Seawall Race
Results and Photos from BC Cross Country Champs
19 Questions with Steve Osaduik
Osaduik breaks 25-year record at RVM
Team Amazingrunners Run for the Cure
First annual ACDSee Tour De Rock 5km and 3km a great success
Émilie Mondor dies in car accident
Kirsten Sweetland wins the World Junior Triathlon Champions in Switzerland
Dave to Challenge Ironman in 2007
Osaduik wins 2006 Canadian Half Marathon Championships
Kiauka wins silver at Canadian National T&F Championships
New Mural at Peninsula Runners
Osaduik breaks own course record in Esquimalt 8k
Steve Osaduik makes debut as a Peninsula Runners athlete
Peninsula Runners wishes Duane, Henry and Tina all the best in their new adventure
Eric Kiauka runs 2000m personal best in Europe
Trevor O'Brien runs 1500m in Belgium
Thank you to Life Force Systems Bootcamp
Peninsula Runners sponsors Phyllis Martin's walk against Tourettes