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KCTC Summer Race Series Begins June 2nd
Want to get more out of running? This is a running series for everyone! It is designed to provide motivation and fun for runners or walkers whether you are a beginner or a veteran; slow or extremely talented, you can participate and WIN! There is no limitation on the bling you can bring home!
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ONLY A WEEK LEFT UNTIL HOSPITAL HILL!
Once you have secured your spot at Hospital Hill, make sure you stop by the KC Track Club booth #206 at the Health and Fitness Expo located at the Crown Center Exhibit Hall. Expo Hours are Thursday, May 31 from 3-7 p.m. and Friday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. We have great give-aways!
Be on the lookout for the KCTC Elite team running at Hospital Hill! The line up: Paul Hefferon, Nick Comiskey, Benson Chesang and Jay Golonka.
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT : COURTNEY FOSTER
 Courtney is new to running and learning the ins and outs by getting involved in the running community. She started running and got healthy after losing her second child to a stillbirth. Instead of letting the grief be self destructive, she decided to find a healthy way to grieve. Through healthy eating, running, and strength training she was able to shed pounds and move forward with her life in a healthy way. Her love for running started on a snowy Monday night in January when she joined Lou's New Runners Class. She hasn't stopped running and helps out with Lou's class to encourage new runners. Within one year from starting to run, she has been able to finish a half marathon, start training for a marathon, and lead a group run with the track club.
Outreach: Courtney loves meeting runners through volunteering at races, promoting KCTC at health fairs, and helping with social media for the track club. Courtney also leads a Saturday Group Run in Lee's Summit.
Running Goals: Finish a marathon and run Hood To Coast.
Favorite Race Distance: 15K
Learn more about our Ambassador program [+]
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UPCOMING TRAIL NERD RUNS
Break the monotony and hit the trails in one of these upcoming trail events at Wyandotte County Lake Park!
Saturday June 16th: Summer Intro 2.8 Mile Trail Run
Friday June 29th: Rock the Night Away 5K 10K Half
Saturday July 8th: Psychodelic 5K Trail Run
Saturday July 14 : Psycho Summer Trail Run 50K 20M 10M
Visit http://www.psychowyco.com for more details!
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Brew To Brew Results in BIG Donations!
 Lou Joline presented checks for Brew To Brew donations this week in the amounts of $55,000 to Cystic Fibrosis, $5,000 to Shriners, $1,000 for the water rescue group at the boat crossing and $1,700. to St. Joseph School for the Deaf . Thanks so much to everyone that made this possible! |
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GROUP RUNS WITH THE TRACK CLUB
Click for details about the many group runs at www.kctrack.org
Sunday in Prairie Village-7:30a Hen House, 71st & Mission
Sunday Northland Runners- 7am Macken Park, NKC
Sunday In Independence- 7:30am at the old O'Charlies
Monday -Friday Intervals- 5pm Independence Middle School
Monday Intervals- 6pm at Liberty Memorial.
Monday New Runners Class- 5:45pm at Ward Pkwy Center.
Monday Night Run in Waldo- 6pm Meet at The Waldo Well
Monday Mud Babes- 6pm Shawnee Mission Park
Tuesday Intervals Prairie Village- 5:30pm SM East High
Tuesday Northland Run- 5:30pm at Macken Park, North KC
Wednesday Night Run- 6:15pm different location each week.
Thursday Leawood Runners- 5:30pm Leawood Middle School
Thursday Northland Run- 5:30pm at Macken Park, North KC
Saturday Near The Plaza- 7am Aixois at 55th & Brookside
Saturday Downtown- 8am Panera Bread, 2405 Grand, KCMO
Saturday Lee's Summit- 7am Gusto Coffee, 3390 Fascination
Saturday Liberty- 8am Buffalo Wild Wings, 9207 NE 152 Hwy
Saturday Olathe - 8am Price Chopper at 159th & Mur-Len
Saturday Long Trail Run in Lawrence- 7am Clinton Lake.
Every Day Trail Runs- off-pavement with the Trail Nerds
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Membership Benefits Enhanced
Your KCTC membership just got better! You will receive a KCTC logo clothing article with a $20. individual membership or a $25. family membership. Join KCTC |
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The First Ever Spring Race Series ended last week. Winners receive entries to races and KCTC logo gear!
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Featured Article
Want to start running and meet some new friends? Join Lou for the Summer session of beginners running class! Starting Monday, June 4th, at 5:45 in Ward Parkway Center at Gary Gribbles Running Sports! This is a class for new walkers/joggers/runners, those who gave it up but want to start again, persons who walk with a vengeance or anyone looking for good conversation on a Monday night! By the end of the ten weeks, we will run a 5k and beyond! If you are a current track club member you can take the class for free!!
questions? ljoline@aol.com
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KCTC Members Enjoy 20% off Saucony Shoes at Garry Gribbles Stoll Park location on Tues. May 29th. The Saucony Wear Test Van will drive up 3-7pm and you have the opportunity to test out Guide 5, Triumph 9, Hurricane 14, Cortana, Kinvara 3 and Mirage 2. and save a bundle. There will be food and giveaways so don't miss this opportunity!
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GREAT DEALS AT THE ONLINE STORE!
Short Sleeve Technical Shirts and other items starting at just $5!
Stop by the online store and pick up your spring running gear today!
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| UPCOMING WED NIGHT RUNS
05/30 - Trail Nerds (Brian Brooks)
06/06 - Carolyn and Brian Purcell
6/13 - Bob and Ann Cook
6/20 - Bob Swisher and Mark Westfall
6/27 - Heartland Racewalkers (Alan Poisner)
For More Details and Information on Wed Night Runs [+]
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WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
KCTC has many opportunities to give back as needed or on a reqular basis.
Please email if you can help at races, out and about around the city or from your desk at home!
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RRCA COACHING CERTIFICATION COURSE
KCTC will host a Coaching Certification Course on June 8-9th with attendees from all over the US. KCTC has invested and is committed to train KCTC group run leaders and intervals coaches. A total of eight of your fellow members plan to become certified so they can do a great job of leading you at the group runs!
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