On Saturday, June 1st, the Beaver Volunteer Fire Department hosted its 12th annual 5k/ 10k race. In the 5k, the 348 registered runners, a record number for the event, the largest of its kind in Beaver County, ranged from ages 3 to 73. The winner of the race was Jaron Martin (no city listed), 20, who finished with a lightning time of 16:51. Timing chips were provided by Smiley Miles, and post-race snow cones, fruit and water were provided by Luckey Insurance Agency and Pizza Joe's.
Despite the nascent morning heat, no injuries were reported and all present along the course --a scenic 3.2 mile loop down 2nd Street and River Road-- appeared to have an enjoyable time. "This is such a nice place to run." One runner was overheard remarking.
The shirts this year were a fluorescent orange with a fire hat logo and words "Beaver Volunteer Fire Department 12th Annual 5k/ 10k Race" Emblazoned on the front.
The course only boasts a few legitimate hills, the worst of which being a steady slope from the East End curve back up to 2nd Street. Thankfully, local citizens George and Joline Atkins were there to step up to the plate --or shall I say road-- and spray fading runners as they trounced the last leg of their journey.
Runners traveled from miles around to attend the race, from cities such as Slippery Rock, PA to East Liverpool, OH; But the farthest distance, by far, was traveled by a 50 year old woman all the way from Oakwood, Illinois.
This race may not have been a marathon, but on a Saturday morning in small-town America, it was just as exciting, and fun too.
Good for you Missy!
ReplyDeleteHow much was the entry fee/registration?
Did anyone else in your family do the run or did you do it by yourself?
Aunt Tina is doing a run this coming weekend.-Probably several of your relatives will join her.