Fort Mill Area Running Races: Oct-Dec 2012

Lake Wylie Splash Dash 2013

May 22, 2013 By Christin M 2 Comments

The annual Lake Wylie Splash Dash will take place June 8 in the Camp Thunderbird/ River Hills Neighborhood just south of the Buster Boyd Bridge. There is a 10k race, a 5k race, and a 5k walk. The 10k course (USATF certified) is very challenging with lots of hills. Race is timed by Queen City Timing and starts at 8am.

Registration for 10K is $20 in advance and $25 the day of the race. T-shirts are guaranteed to those who register in advance. There is a $10 fee for the walk and proceeds go to the Camp Thunderbird Scholarship Fund. First 100 walkers to register receive a t-shirt.

Event presented by Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce & CMC – Steele Creek

Awards: 10K First Overall Male and Female
10K Age Group Awards (Top 3 in each Division for Male and Female):
17 & under, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-55, 56-59, 60+
5K First Overall Male and Female
5K Age Groups Awards (Top 3 in each Division for Male and Female):
17 & under, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-55, 56-59, 60+

More information and online registration.

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Tread the Thread Twilight Race

Tread the Thread Twilight Race

May 19, 2013 By Christin M 1 Comment

Several hundred runners turned out for the 2nd Annual Tread the Thread Twilight 5k at Anne’s Springs Close Greenway yesterday. Race proceeds benefit The Carolina Thread Trail, a regional network trail that includes trails in Anne Springs Close Greenway and will ultimately consist of 1,500 miles of trail in 15 counties.

It was my first trail race and I’m told by an experienced trail runner that it’s a very challenging course. I knew I would like trail racing because I really prefer running at the Greenway to running on asphalt or concrete.

What I found was that I more than liked it, I loved it. Even though it was the first time I’ve run since January and I really should have hated every second of it. Luckily I have been working out at Faith Fitness Studio 3 times a week doing strength building exercises and my stronger legs definitely helped pull me through. It’s nice to know that being able to hold a squat on a Bosu ball for 1 minute is paying off!

I was told to expect to run a little slower per mile than a road race, but my time came in pretty close to my normal time despite the fact that I’ve done zero running in recent months.

I just love running in the woods and having to concentrate on where I put my feet. I love that in most instances, you can’t see very far in front. I hate running in a road race and being able to see the road stretch on and on in front of me. It makes the race seem so tedious and all I focus on is how much further there is to go. Then all my thoughts lead to how much I want to quit runnng and walk. It’s like pounding the pavement physically and mentally drains me.

But running through the woods, leaping over puddles, soaring up and over inclines, crossing over streams, shortening or lengthening my stride to avoid ruts or stones, all these things energize me. I feel free. So hopefully this will be my first of many trail races.

This particular race started by the horse riding rink, down to Lake Haigler, around the far side of the lake, and up through the woods and back over towards Rush Pavilion, past the Nature Center and down the big hill to the swinging bridge, through the water and up towards the Dairy Barn and back down to finish by the Pavilion.

Besides being my first trail race, it was an extra special race becasue my husband and I were celebrating our 17th Anniversary. And what a great way to celebrate an anniverasy, even though my husband was a little puzzled when I suggested it to him. We ran it together the whole way, made it through the ups and downs of the course just like we have our marriage.

After we celebrated with free beer provided by Four Friends Brewing and tacos by The Tin Kitchen, both of which were excellent.

We were happy to see our neighbor, Ben Hardymon, win 2nd place overall. Yes, he finished the race in about half the time I did.

We sat and enjoyed live music by Caleb Davis while we scarfed down our food. Chips and salsa never tasted so good. And I must say that The Tin Kitchen’s Curried Chickpea Taco was awesome. The Brisket Tacos looked pretty darn good too.

All in all it was another great event at the Anne Springs Close Greenway and we will definitely be putting this race on our calendar for next year.

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Four Upcoming Fort Mill Area Races

May 16, 2013 By Christin M 2 Comments

Running season is in full force. The temperatures have warmed, but they’re not sizzlin hot yet. Why not lace up your running shoes and try out a race or two. There are four races in the immediate Fort Mill area just in the next few weeks. One is even at night and has free beer afterwards and another is named after a famous Italian dessert!

The Italian Festival at St Philip Neri has a new event this year- The Cannoli Fun Run. The race is a 4k, making it a great choice for new runners. Race takes place at 8:30am on Saturday May 18th. Late Registration at 7:30am. Half of proceeds benefit Fort Mill Care Center. Stay and enjoy the festivities of Italian Festival afterwards and treat yourself to a cannoli. Location: 292 Munn Rd East in Fort Mill

If you’re more of a night-time runner you don’t want to miss the Tread the Trail Twilight 5K and 1 mile Fun Run, also on May 18th. This race begins at 6pm at the Rush Pavillion at Anne Springs Close Greenway (Nature Center Entrance) and supports the Carolina Thread Trail. There will be free beer for all runners provided by Four Friends Brewing out of Charlotte. They will be serving their Race Day Pale and Queen City Blonde Ale. There will be a free dinner plate for all 5K participants provided by The Tin Kitchen, an awesome Charlotte Food Truck that serves up delicious and creative tacos. Live music until sunset by Caleb Davis. Race Day Registration is $35. More Info.

Back for a fourth year is the Luke Hoover Memorial Run at Anne Springs Close Greenway on May 25 at 10am. Luke Hoover was a 17-year-old Nation Ford student and cross-country runner who was tragically killed in a car accident in 2009. Proceeds benefit the Luke Hoover Scholarship Fund. The main race is a 5k and there will also be a 1 mile walk around Lake Haigler. Participants are encouraged to come decked out in tie-dye apparel and crazy socks to honor the memory of Luke. Visit www.sportoften.com to register.

The Tega Cay Memorial Day 5k and 1 mile Family Walk will begin at 7:30am on May 27 at the Tega Cay Golf Club (15087 Molokai Dr, Tega Cay). Race benefits the Wounded Warrior and TCVA. More info.

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Fort Mill Area Running Races April-June 2013

February 22, 2013 By Christin M 1 Comment

The months of April, May, and June are perhaps the most beautiful months to spend time outside in York County. If you’re a runner, there’s a plethora of races to choose from to enjoy the beautiful Spring weather and get in shape for bathing suit season.

8th Annual Town and Country Run

Friday April 12, 2013
5K run, 1/2 mile Fun Run, and fitness walk
Course-historic downtown Waxhaw, begins on E North Main St
Course certification pending
Awards ceremony following race
More info

Come See Me Festival 5K

April 13 at 8am
Charlotte Ave YMCA in Rock Hill, SC
USATF certified course
$20 pre-registration
$25 race day
1 mile fun run- free
more info

Joanna’s Barefoot 30 5K

Saturday April 13, 2013 at 8am
Location- Frazier Park in Uptown Charlotte
Benefitting Samaritan’s Feet
Donations of brand new tennis shoes (any size) will be appreciated
Register before March 18 to guarantee race t-shirt
Registration- $30
Rules- Run barefoot or run in your shoes but take your shoes off after crossing finishing line to show respect for children around the world who do not own shoes.
After Party at Buffalo Wild Wings Uptown from 9am-until. Show race bib and receive 10% off food and drinks. 10% of all proceeds (not including alcohol) will go to Samaritan’s Feet.
Paid parking in NASCAR Hall of Fame Deck
Free parking at Marshall Park
More info

EarthShaker 5K Twilight Run

April 20,2013 at 5:30pm
Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill
Following Earth Day Celebration
Food, beer, and live music
Register online

Elizabeth 8K

April 20 at 8am
Hawthorne Recreation Center Independence Park in Charlotte
Proceeds benefit Historic Elizabeth Neighborhood and replenishing Elizabeth’s tree canopy
Beautiful course through the historic, tree-lined Elizabeth Neighborhood
T-shirt, post-race refreshments and beer, and live music
more info

Bulldog 5K

Saturday April 20 at 8am
Location- St Matthew Catholic School in Ballantyne
Race begins at Williams Pond Rd
Pre-registration- $25; Race Day- $30
T-shirts guaranteed to first 550 registered runners
Benefits Crisis Assistance Ministry
More info

Race to the Top

Saturday April 20 at 8:30am
Location- Duke Energy Center
Race 50 floors to the top (1,194 steps)
NO race day registration
750 climber cap
Must be 13 years old or older to participate
Registration-$35
One climber takes off every 15 seconds
4 water stops and bailout points along the course
Post Race Party-8:15-noon at Levine Ave of the Arts
more info

18th Annual CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run

Saturday April 27 at 8am
Supports CPCC Student Scholarships
5K, Walk for Health, Family Fun Run, Charlotte Baby Stroller Championship
Kid Zone, Health/Fitness Zone, and Food Vendors
Location- CPCC’s Central Campus
Race start- Kings Dr at Elizabeth Ave
USATF certified
chip timing
Early registration $20 by 4/20; $25 4/23-4/26; $30 Race Day
more info

Kings Mountain Marathon and Half Marathon

Saturday April 27
8am race start
Kings Mountain State Park
Pre-registration- 1/2 Marathon $40 and Marathon $80
Registration Race Day- 1/2 Marathon $50 and Marathon $90

Race to Solve the Puzzle

Saturday May 4
Sponsored by Autism Horizon Foundation
Providence Country Club
8am 5K
8:45 Kids Fun Run
9:15 Awards
more info

Gerald T Parks 5K

Part of the Strawberry Festival in Fort Mill
Sunday May 5, 2013
Anne SPrings Close Greenway
all participants receive t-shirt
$25 pre-registration
$30 Race Day
more info

4th Annual Crawdaddy Dash

Saturday May 11, 2013
5K and 1 mile walk
9am start
Kick’s off the Rosewood Crawfish Festival in Columbia, SC
Participants receive free entry to Rosewood Crawfish Festival ($12 value) and official race t-shirt
more info

Brew Stash Bash

Saturday June 15
Kicks off 2nd Annual Brew Stash Bash at US National Whitewater Center
11am race start
$27 Race Registration through June 12 (race only)
$32 through June 12 (includes $10 Beer Card)
$37 Race Day Registration (race only)
$42 Race Day (includes $10 beer card)
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Fort Mill Area Running Races January-March 2013

December 6, 2012 By Christin M Leave a Comment

New Year’s Resolution time is almost here! Why not get yourself motivated to get fit in the new year by signing up for a few races. There are several upcoming races in Fort Mill as well as numerous ones in Charlotte and the surrounding towns. If you’d like to see a race added, leave a comment and I’d be happy to add it.

Ring in the New Year 13K and 5K Trail Races

January 1
Anne Springs Close Greenway at Rush Pavillion (enter from Highway 21 bypass)
Race will be on dirt, gravel hiking, and horse trails
Fun Run
Start times are 10:00, 10:15, and 10:20am
Entires will be limited to 150 total runners in both races
Bells given to all runners
Pre-registration (until December 28, 2012) is $13 for 13K and 5K, $8 for FunRun
More info here

Joe Davis Memorial Resolution Run

January 5
9am start
5K and Fun Run
Walter Elisha Park Fort Mill
Benefits Keystone Substance Abuse
Timed by Start 2 Finish Timing
Registration $20 before December 15
Register online here

33rd Annual Hunger Run

January 26
9am start for 5K, 9:50 start for 1 mile Fun Run
USATF certified course on paved streets and bike paths
Winthrop University, Rock Hill- Dinkins Student Center on Oakland Ave.
Pre-register for $15 with T-shirt, $10 without
Register online at www.strictlyrunning.com

CRC Winter Classic 8K

2nd Annual presented by Charlotte Running Club
New route this year
Flat gravel path
Afternoon race- 3pm
Kids Fun Run
McAlpine Park
Chip timing on bibs
Benefits RunningWorks
Event website

The Village 5K/10K

February 2
Inaugural race benefitting Alpha 1 Village Foundation which provides education about and support for those with Alpha Antitrypsin Deficiency
Historic Waxhaw, NC
Register for $25 for 5K until 1/19 and $35 for 10K
More info here

49er GoldRush 5K

February 2 at UNC Charlotte
9am start
Benefits UNC Charlotte Student Development Scholarships
Registration $22 Nov 27-Jan 23; late registration $25; race day $30
more info

Cupid’s Cup 5K

February 9
benefits Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Programs at CMC
Suggested fundraising goal of $150, however participants are not required to raise money
Chip timing
Race day parking- parking garage at CMC-Myers Park or Freedom Park
Race starts on East Blvd near Freedom Park, goes up East Blvd, over to and around Latta Park, and back down East Blvd
Last part of course is all downhill
More info here
Fort Mill SC Livings post about last year’s race

Run the Creek 5K

March 16
Charlotte at Highland Creek Elementary
9am start
USATF certified course
10am Fun Run
Rolling Hills Course
More info and online registration here

Run with the Cougars 5K

March 23
York, SC
Starts at McCelvey Center in historic downtown York
8am start
USATF certified course
Benefits YCHS Football Program
more info here

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Joe Davis Memorial Resolution Run

November 26, 2012 By Christin M Leave a Comment

Running in 5K races is such a great way to stay fit and support good causes. Get started on the right track in 2013 by signing up for the Joe Davis Memorial Run to take place January 5 at 9am. The race will begin and end at Walter Elisha Park in Fort Mill. A 1 mile fun run starts at 9:15. The event will be timed by Start 2 Finish Timing using the Jaguar Timing System.

The Joe Davis Memorial Resolution Run benefit’s Keystone Substance Abuse Services in Rock Hill and is in honor of the life of Joe Davis who passed away in 2009 from an accidental drug overdose at the young age of 28 after nearly 18 months of sobriety.

Keystone is a private, non-profit organization that offers education, prevention, and treatment (inpatient and outpatient) to individuals and families in York County who are experiencing alcohol and/or drug related problems.

Register online here. Cost for the 5k is $20 until 12/15; $25 from 12/16 to 1/4; $30 the day of the race. Online registration closes midnight on 1/3/2013.

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