4/27/2025

NOMBS At Tuscazoar Mountain Bike Race

Dover, Ohio

Cat-2 Sport 50+ Mountain Bike Race

Rick Wise

Finish Time:  1:49:16

Overall Place:  9th Place / 13

Race Recap By Rick Wise:

I had a great time at the Northern Ohio Mountain Bike Series (NOMBS) season opener at Camp Tuscazoar last Sunday. It was my first race after moving up to Cat 2/Sport and the competition was definitely on a higher level. I had a solid first lap (~5.5mi) about a minute faster than last year, but suffered a mechanical on the second lap with a stick getting stuck between my frame and derailleur. I lost several minutes getting it repaired and likely a couple places in my age group. My third (and final) lap felt strong back to nearly the pace of the first. Overall I’m happy with 9th out of 13 considering the issues I dealt with. I learned a lot about the class and look forward to the next time I get to race in it.

4/4/2025

UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon

Pittsburgh, PA

Stephanie Orwick

Finish Time:  2:19:24

Overall Place:  2629th Place / 6911

Division Place:  380th Place / 3539

4/3/2025

Race Into The Finals 5K

Kent, Ohio

Cleopatra Sirnic Clifford

Finish Time:  30:02

Overall Place:  48th Place / 116

Division Place:  2nd Place / 10

Volunteers

Kevin Christensen And Scott Orlando

Race Recap By Scott Orlando:

I wasn’t planning on volunteering for this race but when I got word that Mickey Rzymek and Josh Ritchie needed help I decided to lend my assistance.   I was hoping that I would be inside eating donuts and helping with packet pick up but that was not the case.  Kent State had plenty of student helpers for registration duties.  Instead I was outside in the rain setting up the start finish area with Team ER member Kevin Christensen who also volunteered.  Turns out that Kevin and I were very much needed as the crew consisted of just Mickey, Josh, and one paid helper from Ritchie’s Sporting Goods.  Four of us constructed the start / finish area while Josh set up the course.  The rain was really coming down making working conditions not so pleasant.  Just before the start of the race Kevin and I received a crash course in the timing system to be used.  For whatever reason the race organizer decided not to have the event chip timed so we quickly learned the manual method of timing.  I worked the official timing device while Kevin recorded each bib number of the finishers.  I give a lot of credit to the runners and walkers that showed up and raced in the heavy rain.   After the final racers crossed the finish line we worked quickly to deconstruct the finish line and pack everything up into the waiting trucks.  I was impressed with the organization and speed at which everything was packed up.  You could tell Josh and Mickey had done this more than a few times.  After everything was cleaned up I went inside.  Thankfully there were a few donuts left as well as some snacks remaining.   I typically really enjoy volunteering to help at races.  I can’t really say that helping at this race was enjoyable with all the rain, but I would do it again in a heartbeat to help Josh and Mickey.   Thanks to Kevin for also helping!

4/3/2025

The Big Deal At The Great Seal 50K And 25K

Chillicothe, Ohio

50K

Josh Keane

Finish Time: 10:13:24

Overall Place:  25th Place /

Division Place:  N/A

25K

Lisa Keane

Finish Time:  4:13:21

Overall Place:  24th Place /

Division Place:  1st Place /

Race Recap By Josh Keane:

The Big Deal at Great Seal was a grueling 50k with over 6,000 feet of elevation change and unforgiving torrential rain for almost the entire race. This is a fantastic and scenic course with exceptional views. This race was very well put together with great directors and volunteers. Aid stations were well placed and prepared. The perigees at the start finish line were the best I’ve ever had! A very challenging course that was made even more difficult by the non stop heavy rain. It was almost as if we were running all day in the creek! If you want a challenge this race will certainly provide it! Chillicothe is also a wonderful town with a lot of history, restaurants, breweries, and small town nightlife which made this a wonderful weekend for us. We will definitely be looking to do this one again!

Race Recap By Lisa Keane:

I absolutely LOVED this race! 5 Stars – ultimate experience for all trail running enthusiasts!
Great communication including multiple emails, GPX course file, and even a Zoom meeting leading up to race day.
Easy directions and ample free parking close to the start / finish.
Organized and easy packet pick up night before or day of.
Limited registration enhances the runners experience and protects the park. All distances start together. 25K / 50K choose 1 loop or 2.
Well marked super challenging course with over 3000’ of elevation per loop on 99% single track with all the rocks & roots, a couple of road crossings, multiple stream crossings, and So. Much. Mud!
Perfectly spaced and well stocked aid stations. Start / finish has a shelter w/ a fire while you wait for friends to come in.
All athletes receive a soft SS tee and nice finishers medal.
Overall awards for all distances.
I would absolutely do this one again!

4/3/2025

Bauman Orchard Apple Blossom 5K And 1 Mile Walk

Rittman, Ohio

1 Mile Walk

Brittany Kiel

Finish Time:  N/A

Overall Place:  N/A

Division Place:  N/A

4/27/2025

TCS London Marathon

London, England

Kristi Quesenberry Gunyula

Finish Time:  4:42:35

Overall Place:  30887th Place / 31669

Division Place:  1595th Place / 1650

4/27/2025

Waddle 1 Mile Fun Run

Brittany Kiehl

This event was a non timed fun run event.

Event Recap By Brittany Kiehl:

When you go to the playground and find out they are doing a race. It’s a sign you have to do it, right? Also, super proud mom moment, Andrew ran almost the entire time. He loved jumping over all the arrows and having me read all the words to him.

4/26/2025

Run For Freedom 5K

Jackson Township, Ohio

Lynett McClay

Finish Time:  35:56

Overall Place:  N/A

Division Place:  N/A

Lisa Keane

Finish Time:  35:59

Overall Place:  N/A

Division Place:  N/A

Race Recap By Lynett McClay:

Run for Freedom. This free race in Jackson Township brought awareness to human trafficking. Ohio is ranked 5th in United States. This was a flat 1 mile loop coarse a with little bit of a hill running through jackson park. They had water, donuts, hot dogs and swag for all participants. They also had a DJ.

Race Recap By Lisa Keane:

Did you know that Ohio ranks 5th in the nation for human trafficking cases?

Running with my bestie for human trafficking awareness this morning. This was a free event in beautiful Jackson park. One mile loop on a mostly flat, paved track. Donuts, water, and swag for all runners not to mention a DJ and grilled hot dogs for lunch!

4/26/2025

Glass City Owens Corning Half Marathon

Toledo, Ohio

Christine Churpek

Finish Time:  1:45:78

Overall Place:  361st Place / 2073

Division Place:  9th Place / 115

4/26/2025

Capital City Quarter Marathon

Columbus, Ohio

Kelli Tomblin

Finish Time:  1:12:44

Overall Place:  881st Place / 1957

Division Place:  73rd Place / 272

Race Recap By Kelli Tomblin:

I had a great time at our quarter marathon.  I loved the positive energy and fun support of the crowds from start to end! SUPER AFTER PARTY! There were lots of perks on your bib for free food and drinks! Very well organized and a good number of water stations. Lots of police and emergency services to keep us 11,000 friends safe! Good signs for turns and course markers.  North To Nashville is an AWESOME BAND!! THANK YOU CBUS!  See you next year! Thanks to Boom Nutrition Gels, Salt Stick electrolyte capsules, Vermont maple Syrup.  Yummy and all kept me going!