Wednesday, December 12, 2007

Joe Kleinerman 10K

CONGRATULATIONS HELLGATE!

On a chilly and cool morning the Hellgate Road Runners gathered in huge numbers for an awesome showing at the New York Road Runners final club points race of 2007 - The Joe Kleinerman 10K.

36 Hellgaters raced through the 6.2 mile course in Central Park while others shouted and cheered from the sidelines.

This powerful showing launched the Women's Team into 11th place in the Open Division! And according to the final statistics provided by NYRR the Hellgate Men's team surpassed the New York Fliers by two points to take 2nd Place in the Men's B Division. Well done everyone!

Here are the race results:


NAME FINISH TIME PACE
Phillip Sneller 36:25
5:52
Kevin Starkes 36:27 5:52
Andrei Volik
36:28
5:52
Mike Bishop
38:09
6:09
Aurelio Dimas
38:39
6:14
Jeff Leiter
39:03
6:17
Marc Shupp
40:26
6:31
Eddie Roberts
41:08
6:38
Josh Morphew
42:03
6:46
Kate Sunbury
42:39
6:52
Maritza Bishop
43:42
7:02
Eamonn Keane
44:01
7:05
Mike Morrissey
44:02
7:06
Timothy Cavaretta
44:10
7:07
Beverly Paulis
44:28
7:10
Suzanne Hughes
44:59
7:15
Don Guyton
45:00
7:15
Ximena Rosas
46:03
7:25
Cinthya Sandoval
47:18
7:37
Diana Pittet
47:27
7:39
Jovana Granzan
48:02
7:44
Adrian Longo
48:39
7:50
Demetrius Kalogeropoulos
48:56
7:53
Tony Victorio
49:41
8:00
Brion Cobb
50:31
8:08
LuAnn Mestre
51:23
8:17
Bethany Hetrick
52:44
8:30
Jay Gottfried
53:00
8:32
Nazly Jordan
54:34
8:48
Sally Mahon
55:22
8:55
Raul Araque
55:51
9:00
Martha Lamothe
58:44
9:28
Irene Gavras-Petrakis
59:19
9:34
Ljubomir Granzan
1:02:07
10:01
Molly Biechele
1:08:54
11:06
Kaitlin McGrath
1:08:54
11:06









Friday, December 7, 2007

December 2007 Club Meeting

On December 5th, eighteen Hellgate Team Officials and Members met to discuss the state of the club, review club policy and vote on issues important to the club. What follows are the meeting minutes and resolutions.

Final Club Points Race of 2007
  1. Reminder for all members who are in good health to signup for and run the final club points race of the year – The Joe Kleinerman 10K on Sunday, December 9th.
Membership and Finance

  1. The financial state of the club is strong. However, due to increased operational costs the 2008 membership fees will be increased to $20.

  2. Your membership fees go toward insurance for the club, corporate expenses to maintain non-profit / tax exempt status, membership in the Road Runners of America organization. Membership fees also help subsidize awards night and other club sponsored gatherings as well as the Hellgate Website and message board. The Hellgate Road Runners is an all volunteer club - no members or officers are paid.

  3. The long term success of the club is dependent on membership. All current members are encouraged to actively recruit other runners, friends, family, and neighbors to join our group runs. The cost of membership is nominal and the benefits of running with Hellgate are immeasurable.

  4. Though it goes without saying, all current members are encouraged to welcome new members graciously and wholeheartedly (not that you would do anything but!). Veteran runners are asked to offer assistance and guidance to new members when wanted. And you speedsters… slow down occasionally and run with a slower runner.

  5. Also discussed was the possibility of a fundraiser to benefit the club. The fundraiser may include a summer picnic, a pot-luck dinner, a raffle, guest bartending night.

  6. Additionally, the New York Road Runners occasionally offers cash incentives to local clubs who volunteer for important races. All Hellgate members are encouraged to volunteer when and where possible. Volunteer opportunities will be announced on the message board.

  7. The Hellgate Road Runners is also seeking a corporate sponsor. There are several sponsorship opportunities available. If you or anyone you know may be in a position to sponsor Hellgate please see Jared Mestre.

Elections

  1. Elections will be held in January. The 2008 Club President, Vice President, Secretary and Team Captains will be determined. More information on this will be announced shortly.
Website and Message Board

  1. Members are reminded to log in when using the internet message board. Anonymous commenting in strongly discouraged. Please do not respond to obscene or offensive comments – they should be ignored entirely.

  2. A new and improved website is being created and will be launched soon. The website address will not change.
Awards and Awards Night

  1. Awards Night will be held on Saturday, February 16th, 2008. Additional details will be announced soon.

  2. Awards will be given out to deserving members. To be eligible for an award you must have:
    • been a member for a minimum of one year.
    • You must be active in the club by attend workouts, races (in particular Club Points races) and attend club meetings.
    • You must have completed at least 10 New York Road Runner races.
    • Additionally, members are encouraged to inform the club when you compete in non-NYRR races (for example out of town road races, multi-sport activities) so that your accomplishments can be acknowledged and considered.
Hellgate Gear
  1. Members are reminded that Hellgate gear is available for purchase.
    • Singles cost $30.
    • Jackets cost $55.
    • Members are encouraged to wear Hellgate gear at races and workouts to help promote the club.

Saturday, December 1, 2007

Final Club Points Race Of 2007

Attention Hellgaters...

Don't forget to register for the Joe Kleinerman 10k. This is the final Club Points Race of the year and will be held in Central Park on Sunday, December 9. Online registration ends soon so click over to NYRR soon.

The Hellgate Women's team is currently in 14th place in the Open Division. A strong showing from the Ladies of Hellgate could propel the team forward into the top 10!

Currently the Hellgate Men's team is in 3rd place with 90 points -- within striking distance of the number 2 spot held by our New York Flyer friends. However the The Hoboken Harriers (currently in 4th place) are trying to close the gap.

Don't wait - Register for the Joe K 10k now and we'll see you at the finish line!