AUGUST/ SEPTEMBER CLUB NEWSLETTER
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JEANNIE FREIS
Where are you from? New Jersey originally; moved to Colorado in 2000
What are your interests? Running, dance, strength training, running after my 2 kids and Siberian Husky
Running experience? I started running after my kids were born and a friend gave me her hand me down jog stroller. I run mostly for fun and fitness, and race sometimes to challenge myself and because I enjoy the local community. I've trained with Angelina Ramos, Ric Rojas, and Mark Plaatjes' run groups, and virtually with Nick and Sierra Willis' boot camps. I've raced every distance from 100m up to half marathons, and my favorite is track middle distance.
Why do you want to coach kids? Because it's really fun and I love being around other runners!
What are you looking forward to as a coach of TEAM Boulder? Having fun, building a community through health and fitness, and encouraging greater enjoyment of the sports (and sports in general).
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COLEEN MCGRATH
Where are you from? I was born and raised in California, spent the last 30 years in San Diego going to college, getting married and raising my kids. We moved to Boulder 2 years ago for my husbands job.
What are your interests? I love to read, run, hike, bike, camp and most anything outside. I also really love board games.
Running experience? I have been running since elementary school (but didn’t always love it), my parents were runners and took us on vacations to watch them run marathons. I really fell in love in my 20’s and have shared this love by coaching adults, middle school and volunteering at elementary school running club. I love to run long distance, on a trail or a half marathon.
Why do you want to coach kids? I want to coach kids because I want to share my love of running with my experience as an elementary school teacher and coach.
What are you looking forward to as a coach of TEAM Boulder? I am hoping to inspire and encourage kids of all ages on TEAM Boulder to enjoy running and celebrate every victory.
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MC DORBECKER
Where are you from? San Diego, California. I've been in Colorado for almost 4 years now.
What are your interests? Running, hiking, playing with my husky (Apollo), dancing.
Running experience? I've been running for most of my life! I'd go on runs with my dad as a kid and spent recess running laps around the playground field. Ran cross-country and track in high school, then joined the club team for part of college until an injury sidelined me. Took a big break with minimal running and then got back into it more seriously about two years ago. I've always been a long distance runner so pretty much anything 10K and longer, although I love track workouts.
Why do you want to coach kids? Coaching sounds like a fun new experience and I love the idea of introducing young kids to a sport that I love and getting them excited about it!
What are you looking forward to as a coach of TEAM Boulder? I'm looking forward to contributing directly to our community and being more involved with an organization that has provided such great experiences for me as a participant.
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YOUTH PARENTS "DATE NIGHT"
We would like for you, and your lovely wife/ husband/ partner, to have a night out together while we look after your kids! Yes, that is right!
Saturday, September 11th, is T.E.A.M Boulder Youth "Parent Date Night"!
How does it work?
On Saturday, September 11th at 6pm, you will drop your kids off with Freyja and I, at Runners Roost Boulder (629 S Broadway Suite E, Boulder, CO 80305).
We will have pizza, drinks (possibly sweet cow), and we will all watch a movie (Disney friendly).
After you drop your kids off at 6pm, you will then head out for dinner at your favorite restaurant, and enjoy each others company, before coming back to pick up your kids at 8pm.
How much does it cost?
$0.00
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT - HANNAH LALLY
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1. Age? 24
2. Where do you live? Broomfield, CO
3. Where are you originally from? Atlanta, GA
4. Occupation? Clinical Research Assistant at CU Boulder and Exercise Physiology Graduate Student.
5. Why do you run? I LOVE to run! Depending on the day, running can be a time for stress relief, socialization, contemplation, or celebration, and you can run almost anywhere!
6. How long have you been running? Since the beginning of 2020 (1.5 years).
7. Favorite Running Shoe? Brooks Adrenaline.
8. Greatest Running Highlight? Finishing my first half marathon just a year after a hip injury left me barely able to walk without a limp for months. Then having a brunch feast with friends and family after.
9. Why did you join T.E.A.M Boulder? My favorite way to get to know people in a new town is joining a run club. T.E.A.M. Boulder is a great combination of fun recreational running with intense training to help us achieve our running goals. Plus, I had heard of the famous Lee Troop and had to try it out for myself.
10. Favorite Holiday? Halloween!! Love the costumes and candy :)
11. Favorite food/ meal? I'm a sucker for breakfast food.
12. Greatest advice given to you? "Time to step it up. This isn't summer league anymore." - Jon Howell, Emory University Head Swim Coach.
13. Who do you admire most? Trevor Noah. Lately I've been into audiobook versions of comedian autobiographies and just finished listening to his book Born a Crime. The adversity he overcame and the way he's able to share life lessons in such a relatable and articulate way is inspiring.
* Recently I sent out a email to all club members to seek donations for Hannah, who will be running the New York City Marathon on November 7th in honor of, and raising money for Girls on the Run NYC. (https://www.gotrnyc.org). Please read from her below:
On November 7th, I am running the New York City Marathon as a SoleMate fundraising for Girls on the Run NYC!
Both as a young girl and as an adult, physical activity has been a rock in my personal life and empowered me to boldly pursue my dreams. After “retiring” from my role as an NCAA swimmer, I struggled to find the same mental peace it had provided. Then, I began to run and discovered the welcoming running community which has helped me through a tumultuous couple of years. During this time, I had the opportunity to work with Girls on the Run NYC as a Zankel Fellow at Teachers College, Columbia University, and I was able to see first-hand the incredible impact of the program and appreciate the way it aligns with my own values. Girls on the Run embodies the belief that every girl should be able to live a joyful, healthy, and confident life, and they realize this vision through lessons that emphasize connection and build confidence. To celebrate my own journey and support the healthy development of girls across New York City, I have decided to dedicate my first marathon race to Girls on the Run NYC.
If you are not familiar with Girls on the Run, please let me share a little bit about it with you now. Dedicated to a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential, Girls on the Run has impacted the lives of millions of girls across the country through a fun and effective after school program designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experience. If there is one thing I want to emphasize to you it is that Girls on the Run is for every girl. Physical activity—including running and strength & conditioning—is woven into lessons but the program is accessible to all girls regardless of athletic ability or fitness level.
Why do I need your help? Well, in order to reach all girls and ensure that Girls on the Run is accessible to any girl who wishes to participate, my goal is to raise $5,000 so that more girls across New York City can participate. Will you consider making a donation? Every dollar makes a big difference and I can only reach my goal with your support! You can give online HERE.
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AUGUST BIRTHDAYS
Michaela Aiken
Jennifer Brandon
Sage Connelly
Lucy Davis
Benji Durden
Sydney Hirschbeck
Tana Levine
Ava Mierau
Les Noe
Blair Phillips
Chris Rayder
Alexandra Steensland
Wendy White
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SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Zied Alaoui
Aron Bradford
Debra Deininger
Lennon Gansler
Aubrey Gibson
Nick Hartman
Hannah Lally
Aedan Noyes
Nicole Pierce
Jack Rissman
Christopher Smit
Cora Stricklan
Andesh Trout
Emory Vazquez
Ryan Wood
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JULY
7/3 - Ultramook 30K - Tillammook, OR
- Brian Ream
Time: 3:08.27
Place: 8th O/A
7/4 - Let Freedom Run 10K - Louisville, CO
- Christian Botting
Time: 47:22
Place: 7th M, 3rd AG 40 - 49
7/4 - Peachtree 10K - Atlanta, GA
- Jake Riley
Time: 29:08
Place: 9th O/A
7/4 - Niwot Mile - Niwot, CO
7/11 - Boulder Peak Olympic Duathlon - Boulder, CO
- Christian Botting
Time: 2:41.34
Place: 5th O/A, 1st AG
7/15 - Boulder Road Runners All-Comers Meet - Boulder CO
- Jeannie Freis
800m - 3:00.37
- Cody Mills
400m - 1:13.9
- Tyler Mills
100m - 14.3
200m - 29.0
7/17 - All Out Dog Days 10K - Westminster, CO
- Christian Botting
Time: 43:23
Place: 2nd OA, 1st AG 40 - 49
7/18 - Black Hawk Trail Race 10K - Black Hawk, CO
- Nick Hartman
Time: 1:10.10
Place: 21st OA
7/23 - RiNo 5K - Denver, CO
- Juan De Hoyos III
Time: 20:22
Place: 30th
7/24 - Tri Boulder Sprint Duathlon - Boulder, CO
- Christian Botting
Time: 1:36.31
Place: 4th O/A, 1st AG 40 - 49
7/24 - Colorado Classic 10K - Colorado Springs, CO
- Tim De Grado
Time: 37:27
Place: 2nd O/A
7/4 - BIX 7M - Davenport, IA
- Carrie Verdon
Time: 38:33
Place: 6th F
7/31 - Bormann Boogie IV - 5K
- Patrick DSilva
Time: 29:30
Place: 3rd O/A
7/31 - Pikes Peak Ultra 50K - Colorado Springs CO
- Tim De Grado
Time: 6:47.50
Place: 14th O/A, 1st AG 60 - 64
7/31 - Lonetree Sprint Triathlon - Loveland, CO
- Ryan Wood
Time: 1:28.50
Place: 39th O/A, 3rd AG
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AUGUST
8/5 - Boulder Road Runners All-Comers Meet - Boulder CO
- Cody Mills
400m - 1:12.8
4 x 100m - 59.7
- Tyler Mills
400m - 1:08.2
4 x 100m - 59.7
Long Jump - 14' 6/12"
8/7 - Ironman Boulder 70.3 - Boulder, CO
- Alexandra Dreu
Time: 5:25.01
Place: 9th AG
- Isabelle Gallouin
Time: 6:46.23
8/8 - Olympic Men's Marathon - Sapporo, JPN
- Jake Riley
Time: 2:16.26
Place: 29th O/A
8/14 - Boulder Rez Marathon - Boulder, CO
- Christian Botting - Marathon
Time: 3:56.51
Place: 21st O/A, 4th AG 40 - 44
- Tana Levine - Half Marathon
Time: 2:00
Place: 1st AG
8/14 - Pearl Street Mile - Boulder, CO
- Sienna Fields - 800m
Time: 5:37
Place: 22nd AG 12 & Under
- Jack Troop - 800m
Time: 3:50
Place: 6th AG 12 & Under
- Juan De Hoyos III
Time: 5:23
Place: 4th AG 30 - 39
- Christian Botting
Time: 6:18
Place: 6th AG 40 - 49
- David Goodman
Time: 4:23
Place: 3rd Elite Men's Race
- Cody Mills
Time: 6:30
Place: 9th AG 12 & Under
- Tyler Mills
Time: 5:53
Place: 11th AG 13 - 19
- Dustin Pettit
Time: 5:49
Place: 14th AG 30 - 39
- Max Troop
Time: 7:49
Place: 20th AG 12 & Under
- Ericka Waterman
Time: 5:00
Place: 2nd Elite Women's Race
8/14 - XTerra Indian Peaks - Nederland, CO
- Tim DeGrado
Time: 2:59.38
Place: 68th O/A, 2nd AG 60 - 64
8/19 - Boulder Road Runners All-Comers Meet - Boulder CO
- Cody Mills
400m - 1:15.4
4 x 400m - 4:51.9
- Tyler Mills
100m - 14.7
4 x 400m - 4:51.9
- Gil Gilmore
Teri Leiker 1 Mile - 7:09
8/21 - Valley 5000 - Loveland, CO
- Chase Weaverling
Time: 15:39
Place: 1st
- Ericka Waterman
Time: 18:13
Place: 1st F, 3rd O/A
8/21 - South Boulder Park Run 5K - Boulder, CO
- Tyler Mills
Time: 21:45
Place: 4th
8/21 - All Out Runapalooza 10K - Arvada, CO
- Christian Botting
Time: 43.10
Place: 1st OA, 1st AG 40 - 49
8/28 - Boulder Sunset Sprint Duathlon - Boulder, CO
- Christian Botting
Time: 1:40.36
Place: 11th O/A, 3rd AG 40 - 49
8/28 - Boulder Sunset Triathlon - Boulder, CO
- Ryan Wood
Time: 1:33.52
Place: 2nd AG 65 - 69
8/29 - Calarat Challenge Trail Running Festival - Jamestown, CO
- Alexandra Dreu - Half Marathon
Time: 2:45
Place: 23rd O/A
- Christian Botting - 10K
Time: 53:20
Place: 2nd O/A, 1st Master
- Dustin Pettit - 10K
Time: 1:00.51
Place: 5th O/A
- Max Troop - Kids 1K
Time: 4:29
Place: 1st
- Jack Troop - Kids 1K
Time: 5:08
Place: 3rd
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UPCOMING EVENTS
SEPTEMBER
- 6th: Labor Day
- 8th: Teens Wednesday Training Group Starts
- 11th: Youth and Teens Saturday Training Group Starts
- 11th: Youth Parents "Date Night"
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