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Battle of Brevard scheduled for August 1
The 4th annual Battle of Brevard Fun Run presented by Space Coast Runners will be held at the Viera Regional Community Center on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 6:30pm. The club will be awarding the town/city that has the most participants at the fun run the coveted blue ribbon. Merritt Island was last year's winner. Free post-race pizza and refreshments will be offered with the winning city/town announcement at 7:45pm.
Summer Social + 40th Anniversary Party
You see Space Coast Runners all the time in running clothes (pictured above). Now's your chance to hang out IN regular attire, IN air conditioning WITH lots of food and drink. It's happening THIS Saturday from 1pm - 3pm at the Avenue Viera, Chamber of Commerce which is located right next door to LOFT.
Look forward to...
Lots of great appetizers
Craft beer from Intracoastal Brewing Company
40th Anniversary cake
Special guest speaker, Kaitlin Donner
SCR giveaways just for attending
2018-2019 SCR Racing Team will be announced
COCOA BEACH REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2261 Town Center Ave, Melbourne, FL 32940
Next to LOFT at The Avenue Viera
If you haven't received your Runner of the Year award for 2017/2018, it will be available for pickup on Saturday. The fun starts at 1pm. Questions? Email info@spacecoastrunners.org.
All-In-One Runner of the Year Special
Get ready for the 36th Runner of the Year Series by signing up for our All-In-One ROY Special. You get 8 races at a special savings and only 1 online registration fee. It saves you time & money!
Apply to be on the 2018/2019 SCR Racing Team
The club is now accepting applications for the upcoming 2018/2019 SCR Racing Team. Fill out the application and return it no later than Sunday, June 17th. Click here to learn more and to download the application. Members receive race singlets and jackets to wear at local and out-of-town races. Be a part of this amazing team! If you have questions, email racingteam@spacecoastrunners.org.
SCR Celebration Night Tickets are now on sale!
Join us on Sunday, June 3 at 4:30pm at the Cocoa Civic Center. Mix, mingle and celebrate another great year with your fellow members from all over Brevard County. Plus, it's SCR's 40th anniversary. Tickets for the dinner are only $15 for adult and $5 for kids (12 & under).
We'll have a Silent Auction kicking the night off at 4:30 PM with the night's program starting at 5:30 PM. Dress is casual. We'll also honor the top individuals in the 2017/2018 SCR "Runner of the Year" racing season.
So trade in your running shoes and race bibs for a night of fun. Purchase your tickets online at: https://goo.gl/Q7WPrq
We Need New SCR Board Candidates!
Space Coast Runners is accepting applications for members who would like the opportunity to help guide SCR's future in the running community. It's an opportunity to network with other members and to learn more about the club.
We have several current board members "retiring" so NOW is the time to get involved. No experience is necessary. If interested, please contact SCR Secretary, Nancy Wingo via email at info@spacecoastrunners.org and provide the following information by April 30, 2018:
All candidates will be put on the electronic ballot which will be sent to all active members for voting. Results will be announced in June.
Board of Directors Expectations
Deadline to apply is Monday, April 30th.
Space Coast Runners: Hall of Fame & Golden Shoe Award Nominees Needed
We are currently looking for nominations for the SCR Hall of Fame. Written nominations can be made by any active SCR member and submitted by April 15th to the Hall of Fame nomination committee.
From the SCR Guidelines: The nomination must include the candidate's name, number of years he or she has been a member, the year or years he or she has been a member, the year or years the candidate is being recognized, and the candidate's accomplishments. The nomination must include justification on why the candidate is being nominated and contain sufficient detail to allow the committee to make an objective decision. If available, a photo would be appreciated.
Past recipients include: John Davis, Steve Hedgespeth, Willy Moolenaar, Pat Dixon, Doug Butler, Art Anderson, Mary Ramba, Gary Castner, Susie Koontz, Carol Ball, Henry Campbell, Bill Dillard, Don Dore, Terry Hayden, Jack Kenworthy, Bob Lawton, Rebecca Sparks, Harold Tucker, Marlene White, Dick White, Marty Winkel, Tom Hoffman and Bernie Sher.
Also, we are accepting nominations for the annual Golden Shoe Award.
The recipient does not have to be a member of Space Coast Runners. The only requirement to be selected as the recipient of the Golden Shoe Award is that the individual has a positive influence on the sport of running based on his/her contributions to the community. Final choice is that of the current SCR President.
Past recipeints include: Lisa Hamelin, Brittany Streufert, Doug Carroll, Bob Rall, Matt Mahoney, Patti Sponsler, Marty Winkel, Dave Farrall, Barbara Linton, Carol Ball, Dave Hernandez, Linda Cowart, Dick White, Loran Serwin, Barry Jones, Marlene White, Ross Clarico, Linda Thompson, John Chioma, Ken Winn, Gary Harbison, Harold Tucker, Rhonda Butler, Bill Dillard, George Revels, Henry Campbell and Terry Hayden.
Please email your nominations in by April 15, 2018. Nominations can be sent to lisahamelin@gmail.com.
SCR Training Program launching in March!
8 WEEK PROGRAM | 2 ORGANIZED RUNS PER WEEK | 5K GOAL RACE
Headed up by Coach Doug Butler, program participants will be introduced to the four phases of training: Base phase, Lactic threshold phase, Max Vo2 phase, and peaking phase.
Coach Butler will take you through an 8-week cycle with specific workouts designed for each phase. He will also cover the mental side on running, racing and how the mind controls our success, not our training. Running is not a competition of me against you, running is a pure sport that is me against myself from yesterday.
Registration will open January 15, 2018 and will run thru February 28, 2018. There is no limit on participants. We’ll have the registration form available online at spacecoastrunners.org.
The new Training Program starts on Thursday, March 8th with a 2 mile time trial at Satellite High School. Training team runs will be Tuesday's 6pm @ Satellite HS and Sunday's 6 am (locations will vary). Goal race is Runner of the Year Series finale — Eat My Crust 5K on May 6, 2018. Questions? Email Bob Alexander at bobalexander92@yahoo.com.
SCR MEMBER’S PRICE — $65 (includes registration to Eat My Crust 5K)
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Space Coast Runners would like to thank our 2017/2018 SCR Racing Team Sponsors for their super support: Rall Capital Management and Imagine Believe Realize, LLC.
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results
If you have any results you would like to share with us, email your name, race, date, place and time to us at info@spacecoastrunners.org.
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Full race calendar is located under "Racing" on the website. Here's the remaining schedule for the Runner of the Year Series events.
UPDATE: Early Registration for the 2018 Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon (an exclusive SCR member benefit).
Get ready for this event by checking the your personal information in your SCR Club Member account. You can do this by clicking Login (top right corner of the club's website) and then clicking on MY PROFILE. Once logged in, please verify that your FIRST name, LAST name, DATE OF BIRTH and EMAIL is exactly what you will be using to register for the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon. Take the time to look for typos.
Example of a potential problem: Club account says "Jon Smith, Jan-01 1985 jsmith@me.com" but you like to register for races as "Jonathan". You will need to update your FIRST name to Jonathan in your profile.
Your SCR membership must be Active as of 1/11/18 so please check that as well. If you are not listed as Active, your information will not be in the database and will be rejected. If you do not know your login, please email info@spacecoastrunners.org
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Space Coast Runners with this special-edition tee. Cut from soft, lightweight fabric, it features a run-inspired graphic that showcases club pride.
We’re taking pre-orders now. Simply email your name, address and shirt size to info@spacecoastrunners.org. Shirts will be available to purchase for $15+ tax at the Space Coast Marathon Expo.
Available sizing: Men: S M L XL 2XL | Women: S M L XL
Join SCR on Wednesday, Aug. 2nd for the 2nd annual guess-fest known as the Prediction Fun Run! You don’t have to be the FASTEST to win this one! Run starts at 7pm at Wickham Park. Come early to fill in your predicted finish time and to sign the waiver.
Surprise course distance - you’ll find out when you get there! The course will be between 2.5 - 4 miles.
The Prediction
Participants will sign up at the SCR registration tent and write down next to their name how long it will take them to complete the fun run course.
The Rules
No one is allowed to wear, carry, or have in their possession watches, Garmins, FitBits, timing devices, sun dials, measuring devices, phones, headphones, etc.
Last year’s winner was Greg Griffin. We'll have Viera Pizza on hand with cold pasta cups, lots of pizza and Italian ice for your enjoyment. Everything is free!
Many of you have asked about the services for Christian Lake. A Farewell Run for Christian will be held this Saturday at 7am in Cocoa Village. Let's show the Lake family the loving support of our running community by participating.
Additional info on Christian's services:
Viewing: Thursday, July 27th at 6PM-8PM. American Burial on US1 in Rockledge (the old Wiley-Baxter Funeral Home near Wuesthoff Hospital)
Services will be Friday, July 28th at 11am at St. Mary’s Church in Rockledge. Reception to immediately follow at the St Mary’s Parish Hall. Please wear running or casual attire. No formal attire. Wear what you would be most comfortable in.
At both St. Mary's and at the Farewell Run donations of gently worn shoes and running clothes will be taken. These will be donated in Christian's memory.
If you're out of town or unable to attend and would like to make a contribution in Christian Lake 's memory, please consider donating to the Rockledge High School Cross Country Team. Donations can be sent to:
RHS Cross Country Boosters
C/o Mary Ward
3370 Canaveral Groves Blvd, Cocoa, Fl 32926
Space Coast Runners would like to thank our 2017/2018 SCR Racing Team Sponsors for their super support: Rall Capital Management and Imagine Believe Realize, LLC.
Runner of the Year Series All-In-One Special
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Results
If you have any results and would like to be featured here or in the SCR monthly newsletter make sure to email us at info@spacecoastrunners.org.
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Keeping up with SCR:
Instagram: http://instagram.com/spacecoastrunners
Twitter: http://twitter.com/SpaceCstRunners
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SpaceCoastRunners/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/spacecoastrunners/
Welcome to SCR weekly news & events. Find out all the Space Coast scoops!
Space Coast Runners would like to thank our 2016/2017 Sponsors for their super support: Virtual Strides, Viera Pizza, Blue Lightning Development
SCR Awards Night:
Scoops
Results
If you have any results and would like to be featured here or in the SCR monthly newsletter make sure to email us at info@spacecoastrunners.org.
2017/2018 ROY Series
Summer Training?
Keeping up with SCR:
Instagram: http://instagram.com/spacecoastrunners
Twitter: http://twitter.com/SpaceCstRunners
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SpaceCoastRunners/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/spacecoastrunners/
Welcome to SCR weekly news & events. Find out all the Space Coast scoops!
Space Coast Runners would like to thank our 2016/2017 Sponsors for their super support: Virtual Strides, Viera Pizza, Blue Lightning Development
SCR Awards Night:
Scoops
Results
If you have any results and would like to be featured here or in the SCR monthly newsletter make sure to email us at info@spacecoastrunners.org.
Battle of Brevard scheduled for August 1
The 4th annual Battle of Brevard Fun Run presented by Space Coast Runners will be held at the Viera Regional Community Center on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 6:30pm. The club will be awarding the town/city that has the most participants at the fun run the coveted blue ribbon. Merritt Island was last year's winner. Free post-race pizza and refreshments will be offered with the winning city/town announcement at 7:45pm.
Apply to be on the 2018/2019 SCR Racing Team
The club is now accepting applications for the upcoming 2018/2019 SCR Racing Team. Fill out the application and return it no later than Sunday, June 17th. Click here to learn more and to download the application. Members receive race singlets and jackets to wear at local and out-of-town races. Be a part of this amazing team! If you have questions, email racingteam@spacecoastrunners.org.
Downtown Melbourne 5K is THIS Saturday!
The Downtown Melbourne 5K is the 2nd longest continuously held foot race in Brevard County (the Space Coast Marathon is oldest). The Downtown Melbourne 5K actually consists of two distinct races: a 5K for women and a 5K for men. The original and continuing intent of the single-gender format is to present something different and fun to the runners of the Space Coast. The twin races allow great vantage points for runners to actually watch a race and cheer for their family and friends. For young families with small children, this also gives both Mom and Dad the opportunity to participate without pushing a stroller or worrying about who is watching the kids.
The Downtown Melbourne 5K once again hosts a School Challenge. All children and adolescents under the age of 18 may register for a special reduced fee. The School (public or private) that has the most registrations for the 5K will earn a special award to be presented during the awards ceremony following the races.
Not new but still topical, open team competitions will be held, with four individuals comprising a team. In addition to a trophy for the overall male and female team winners, the four scoring members of the winning teams will earn a complimentary entry to the 2018 race. Last year’s winners, Run Like a Girl (women) and Viera Pizza (men) will be back and very determined to hoist the team trophies once more.
As a race whose express objective is to help support children, the Downtown Melbourne 5K takes great delight in partnering with Space Coast Runners to host the Youth Series events at no charge to the entrants. Moreover, all participants will receive a prize after the race. Whether a quarter or half mile for the tykes, or a mile for the budding racers, there is a distance for supervised fun for all children. No registration for children’s races is needed. As long as the kiddos are present a little before 9am, they will be ushered to the race distance that is right for them (1/4 mile to 1 mile).
General registration for the 2018 Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon opens on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 9AM EST. This is your chance to run in 1 of 3 outstanding races -- the full marathon, the south course half marathon or the NEW north course half marathon!
The new north course half marathon will be the designated Runner of the Year Series race as well as the Road Runners of America (RRCA) Half Marathon State Championship Race. If you choose to run the south course, no problem! Just remember you will not be eligible for ROY series points.
To register on 2/15/18 - visit http://www.spacecoastmarathon.com/registration/
Our Club has enjoyed strong growth over the last several years. With a bigger, more involved club, there are more and more things that need to be done. To help manage the growth and operations of the Club, the Board of Directors has decided to hire a part-time professional to help. Below is a Space Coast Runners' Job posting...our first ever! If you, or someone you know, would be interested in applying for the position, please send a resume detailing your qualifications to Bob Rall, SCR Vice-President, Bob@RallCapital.com. We are accepting applications until January 27th. Your Board of Directors is excited about the future of the Club and are looking for a high quality person to partner with.
Space Coast Runners Director of Operations
Space Coast Runners, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, under the umbrella of Road Runners Club of America, dedicated to promoting running and competitive events for the benefit of all. The SCR Board of Directors is seeking a hard working Director of Operations to move our Club forward as we approach our 40th anniversary. This is a home based position with Board of Directors monthly meeting attendance required.
This position has the following requirements:
Facilitate implementation of the 2017-2020 SCR Strategic Plan (attached)
Oversee day-to-day Club Operations
Coordinate Established Club Committees
Provide monthly status reports to Board of Directors
Qualifications:
Excellent verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Familiar with local running community
Technically Proficient
Social Media Expertise
Understanding of SCR Mission, Vision, and Values
Familiar with RRCA Policies
Compensation: Independent contractor position to have earnings of $2,000/month
We've added 40th Anniversary Hats to our new apparel line!
That's right. Look stylish on the run in the new 40th Anniversary SCR hat. Constructed of micro-fiber with mesh panels, the run dri hat will provide you lots of comfort and shade from the Florida sun. Hat is a relaxed fit with a Velcro fabric strap closure and terry cloth sweatband. Available for purchase at the Tooth Trot for only $12.
WINTER SOCIAL is SUNDAY, JANUARY 7, 2018
6:30am: Sunday River Road Run | Social kicks off at 9am in Cocoa Village
Join us after your Sunday run Water & Gatorade will be out as usual, for all the runners.
¨ SCR will provide bagels from Bagel 13, hot coffee and OJ
¨ Pot Luck - bring your favorite breakfast treats!
¨ Join us for Yoga in the park by Up & Running Fitness
¨ Renew your membership or join Space Coast Runners and save $5 (check or cash only)
Come mingle & meet SCR members you might not know, find new run partners to join you as you reach for your 2018 goals. We’ll have SCR swag bags, giveaways & race entries for some lucky members!
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Space Coast Runners with this special-edition tee. Cut from soft, lightweight fabric, it features a run-inspired graphic that showcases club pride.
We’re taking pre-orders now. Simply email your name, address and shirt size to info@spacecoastrunners.org. Shirts will be available to purchase for $15+ tax at the Space Coast Marathon Expo.
Available sizing: Men: S M L XL 2XL | Women: S M L XL
Many Thanks to all the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon Volunteers!
Our Club's Board of Directors would like to say “Thank You” to everyone who volunteered this past week and/or came out race day to make this year’s 46th Space Coast Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay a huge success! The event, which was held on Sunday, November 26, in Cocoa Village, saw over 5,200 finishers!
The day would not have been possible without our amazing volunteers. We are grateful for our medal unwrappers, packet pickup staff, marathon expo team, the road cleanup crew, the pizza servers and let’s not forget those who assisted runners on the course and afterwards, who setup the mile markers and those who handed out medals.
You are all awesome! Thank you.
40 Volunteers Needed after Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon
Volunteering at the SCR Post Race Cleanup is the perfect way to give back to your community and help keep up the race’s positive image. Best of all, you can RACE your event and still VOLUNTEER in the same day! We need 40 volunteers to clean up both the North & South side of River Road. If you can help please sign up online at: https://thedriven.net/event.vol_reg_first/eid/6989012379
We've filled all 50 slots for the upcoming Runner's Nutrition Night on Thursday, August 10th. If you would like to be added to our wait list please email your name and contact info to socialmedia@spacecoastrunners.org.
All systems go...the SCR Summer Social is this Saturday, July 15 at the Cocoa Beach Pool Pavilion. Lots of food, drink and good times are to be had. SCR Board member, Howard Kanner has tapped Intracoastal Brewery for the free beers and A NY Pizza House for the food. Hope to see everyone at 1PM. Win prizes when you take a spin on the SCR Prize Wheel. And, we'll be announcing the 2017/2018 SCR Racing Team lineup. Join us. Facebook Event has all the details: https://goo.gl/tDNwjK
You’re Invited!
Thursday, August 10 at 7:00pm at Holmes Regional Medical Center, Auditorium A (1350 South Hickory Street, Melbourne)
Want to learn about runner’s nutrition and how you can make better choices when it comes to eating healthy? Join SCR for this completely FREE event! April Kashdan, a Health First dietitian will speak to Space Coast Runners about nutrition and leading a healthy lifestyle. Health First has provided a space at Holmes Regional for the free event so there’s room for up to 50 members to attend.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP so we get a good count. RSVP online at: https://thedriven.net/event.race_reg/eid/8486456789
You don’t have to be the FASTEST to win this one!
This year's Prediction Fun Run will be held on Wednesday, August 2nd at Wickham Park. We had a great time last year with Greg Griffin predicting closest to clock. Will he win again this year? Come on out for this FREE event. We'll have Viera Pizza providing post-fun run pizza. The course distance is a surprise - you’ll find out when you get there! The course will be between 2.5 - 4 miles.
The Prediction
Participants will sign up at the SCR registration tent and write down next to their name how long it will take them to complete the fun run course.
The Rules
No one is allowed to wear, carry, or have in their possession watches, Garmins, FitBits, timing devices, sun dials, measuring devices, phones, headphones, etc.
The 3rd annual Battle of Brevard Fun Run was another great success! For the third straight year the title went to a different town. The 2017 winning team was Merritt Island! Viera Pizza provided hot, fresh pizza to participants and popsicles were on hand to help everyone cool down. Special thanks to event co-organizers, Nancy Foresteire and Kimberly Prosser for doing a great job.
Official Counts
Best Local Race
Best Legs
Most Inspirational Athlete
Most Improved Runner
What Were You Thinking? Award
And for the Best Finish Line Photo you'll have to wait until you see the ballot. Congratulations to this year's nominees!
Tickets to the SCR Awards Night will be going on sale on Monday, May 1st. We'll post the link to purchase them online here on the SCR website as well as on the Facebook event page. We'll also be accepting nominations for the People's Choice awards. The categories will be announced on May 1.
The 120th anniversary of the Boston Marathon is celebrated with the first-ever feature length documentary, BOSTON: An American Running Story, about famous runners–past and present. Boston-born, Academy Award® winner Matt Damon narrates.
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Jon Dunham, known for his “Spirit of the Marathon” films. the documentary will be simultaneously screened in more than 500 theaters nationwide on April 19th, including in Seattle.
“BOSTON” tells the story of the oldest annually-contested marathon from its humble origin of 15 runners in 1897 to the present day race with 30,000-to 33,000 runners each year. Add to that a half million spectators, 8,500 volunteers, and a thousand reporters from 100 different outlets.
Join Space Coast Runners at AMC 16 at the Avenue Viera for a 7:30pm showing of the movie. Come have dinner before the movie at Pizza Gallery & Grill as they host a special fundraiser for SCR. 10% of your tab will be donated to the club. The fundraiser starts at 5pm and goes until 9:30pm. Show your support tonight & enjoy!
We’re looking for members to nominate fellow members to the SCR Hall of Fame for the accomplishments and work they have done in support of the running community.
The nomination must include:
· Active Space Coast Runners candidate’s name
· # of years he or she has been a member
· the year or years the candidate is being recognized
· the candidate’s accomplishments.
· The nomination must include justification on why the candidate is being nominated and contain sufficient detail to allow the committee to make an objective decision. If available, attach a photo with your nomination.
The Golden Shoe Award recipient does not have to be a member of SCR. The only requirement to be selected as the recipient is that the individual has a positive influence on the sport of running based on his/her contributions to the community.
Email your nominations to Howard Kanner at president@spacecoastrunners.org.
Due to the Tri Cocoa Village Sprint & International Triathlon this Sunday in Cocoa Village, SCR will not be putting water or Gatorade out for the long run. If you do decide to run River Road this Sunday, please be courteous to the competitors on the course and above all adhere to all safety guidelines as to not interfere with the race in any way.
Will be held tonight, Monday, March 20, 2017. Meeting will begin at 7:00pm at the Pro-Health Merritt Island. All members are welcome to attend.
Attention high school seniors! The deadline is quickly approaching. Apply now for the SCR scholarship. Applicants must be a member of their school’s track and/or cross country team, and/or be a member of SCR. Scholarships are awarded based on an essay that addresses the prompt, “how running has affected my relationships with family, friends, and community.” Applications and essays must be submitted to the Brevard Schools Foundation by March 20th. See your school’s guidance department for the BSF packet for your chance to be chosen to win one of SCR’s two $1500 scholarships!
New location. New time. New silent auction.
This year SCR will be hosting its annual Awards Night at the Cocoa Civic Center in the heart of Cocoa Village. We made the change to accommodate the growing number of members who are attending. AND, we listened to feedback on saying how difficult it was to attend on Saturday night because of Pineapple Man and the Echo Half Marathon so we moved to a Sunday, late afternoon time slot. We're excited to announce we'll open the festivities with a silent auction of fabulous items that every runner dreams about. Come hangout. Have fun and celebrate all the running, walking and time you put into our awesome sport.
SCR Awards Night will be held on Sunday, June 4, 2017. Ticket information coming soon. Stay up to date on our Facebook event page: https://goo.gl/nSSG9Z
If you or your business would like to donate an item to the Silent Auction please email info@spacecoastrunners.org
Do you have what it takes? The bridge is waiting for YOU to succeed in completing the Eye of the Dragon 10K..or the Tail of the Lizard 2 mile…or BOTH in our second annual Slay the Beast Challenge! The SBC is your chance to participate in the fantastic double race challenge…run the Eye of the Dragon 10K and THEN run the Tail of the Lizard 2 mile to defeat BOTH of the beasts! Special finisher medals for everyone who takes the 2017 Challenge. Don't wait too long...it will sell out. https://goo.gl/Pf99zo
Will be held tonight, Monday, June 16, 2017. Meeting will begin at 7:00pm at the Pro-Health Merritt Island. All members are welcome to attend.
CANCELLED! Winter Social is cancelled due to weather.
The club's Winter Social will be held on Sunday, January 8th at Riverfront Park in Cocoa Village. Bring a food dish to share. SCR will be providing coffee and drinks. Looks like the forecast is saying it's going to be pretty chilly so make sure you have a jacket on hand in case you get cold. If you're planning to become a new member or need to renew your membership you'll save $5 at the Winter Social. Cash/Check only please.
36th Annual SCR New Year's Eve 5K
Will take place in Melbourne Beach on Saturday night at 11:45pm. The 5K fun run is FREE with age graded results. Please bring a snack for the potluck afterward. No alcohol please. Meet at Spessard Holland Park (2990 SR-A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951) where we'll start running in 2016 and finish in 2017 (unless you're super fast). The run is on sidewalk so bring a headlamp and running lights.
The participation record for the New Year's Eve 5K was set back in 1981/82. We need 90 people at this year's run to break it. Check out Matt Mahoney's Facebook event here. We hope to see you there!
We know our SCR members are always looking for a good deal when they travel to an out of town race. We've updated the Club Discounts Link which is listed under Club Community on the website. You'll find new discounts for the Celebration Marathon & Half Marathon, the Clearwater Distance Classic, Fort Lauderdale A1A Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K and the St. Pete Classic. Plus, the November Virtual Strides race is on their too. For full details & discount codes: https://goo.gl/DB6nWt
MARATHON MEDAL UNWRAPPING PARTY - VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED.
We're looking for volunteers to help unwrap the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon medals. If you would like to be a part of the Marathon Medal Unwrapping Party please sign up online. For full details: https://goo.gl/t2fsAh
Will be held on Monday, October 17, 2016. Meeting will begin at 7:00pm at the Pro-Health Viera. It was mistakenly printed in the October SCR newsletter that the meeting is in Merritt Island. It's not. Come to Viera if you wish as all members are welcome to attend.
Registration for anyone looking to complete this year's 33K Space Coast Challenge is open. Register for the 3 races at one time to save on time and online fees. The 33K challenge is open to members and non-members. It includes the Space Coast Classic 15K, the Eye of the Dragon 10K, and the Space Walk of Fame 8K. To take advantage of the special Space Coast Challenge registration, click here. If you have any questions, pleases contact socialmedia@spacecoastrunners.org.
Will be held on Monday, September 19, 2016. Meeting will begin at 7:00pm at the Pro-Health Merritt Island. All members are welcome to attend.
Some might find it daunting to run without a watch for 3.1 miles. Others find it to be a fun challenge. On Wednesday, August 3, Space Coast Runners had over fifty participants in their first ever Prediction Fun Run held at Wickham Park. Everyone set out at the same time, hoping to cross the finish line in the time they had wrote down prior to the start. SCR member, Greg Griffin came out on top with a difference of only 5 seconds. He was declared the night's victor and walked away with his glowing crystal ball award which was presented by fun run coordinator, Lisa Hamelin and SCR president, Howard Kanner.
Viera came out strong on their home turf to win the Battle of Brevard Fun Run by two participants over reigning champions, Rockledge. Despite hot temperatures on Wednesday evening, 178 runners and walkers came out to enjoy the fun, food and camaraderie. We had more city/towns represented this year than last and Palm Bay was the night's surprise. They came in third despite having to wear black shirts in the summer heat.
Port St John participants gave us a great tip. Walgreens sells shirts with your local town/city name on them. Remember this for next year's battle!
BATTLE OF BREVARD RESULTS
17 city/towns were represented.
Viera - 34
Rockledge - 32
Palm Bay - 23
Melbourne - 16
Indialantic - 11
Cocoa Beach - 10
Titusville - 10
Suntree - 8
Port St John - 7
Merritt Island - 7
Cocoa - 6
Satellite Beach - 5
West Melbourne - 3
Indian Harbour Beach - 2
Malabar - 2
Palm Shores - 1
Melbourne Beach - 1
Great food was provided by Viera Pizza. Thanks to all the Space Coast Runners' volunteers that helped make this year's event another success.
Now through August 1, 2016 is the time to sign up! Register for the 2016/2017 Runner of the Year series races for one special, limited-time All-In-One price. It's simple, super convenient and SCR members receive over $50 in race registration savings. It doesn't get any better! There's no processing fee to register online. Click here to view all the details.
You don’t have to be the FASTEST to win this one! Come join Space Coast Runners for an exciting prediction run. It's the last of our summer fun runs and it's sure to be a "guess-fest". Full event details on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/645268528970817/
Come mix and mingle with your fellow SCR road runners, trail blazers and wonder walkers at our annual Summer Social. Michael Higgins is heading up the festivities and promises to have lots of food from A N.Y. Pizza House and cold beverages for everyone. The event is FREE and will be held at the Cocoa Beach Pool Pavilion starting at 1:00PM. Bring a friend or family member and they can save $5 if they decide we're awesome and want to join the club.
Will be held on Monday, June 20, 2016. Meeting will begin at 7:00pm at the Pro-Health Merritt Island. All members are welcome to attend.
The 2nd annual Battle of Brevard Fun Run will be held on Wednesday, July 20 at 6pm. This year's fun run venue will be the Viera Regional Community Center. SCR is branching out to different parks in Brevard County this summer to try and accommodate the membership. Rockledge is the reigning champion for "BOB". Let's see if they will hang on to their title. Full event details on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/475948429274776/
Will be held on Monday, May 16, 2016. Meeting will begin at 7:00pm at the Pro-Health Viera which is located at 8705 N Wickham Rd, Viera, FL 32940. All members are welcome to attend.
If you qualified for the Space Coast Challenge 33K Medal at the Space Walk of Fame 8K but did not receive your medal, please email Dick White at dickwhite@cfl.rr.com.
Awards Night will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 6:00pm. It's a night to honor top individuals in the "Runner of the Year Series" as well as the outstanding achievements of members. We'll celebrate what makes Brevard's local running scene truly special. Tickets go on sale on Sunday, May 8th. We expect the event to sell out so please purchase your tickets early.
Get ready to nominate your fellow runners in the special Awards Night categories. This year you'll have the opportunity to submit nominations for Best Local Race, Most Inspiring Athlete, Best Local Fun Run, Most Improved Runner and Best Finish Line Photo. Check your email for all the information on Sunday, May 8th.
It's time for the Board of Directors and Officer elections. Information on this year's nominees will be emailed out to the membership. We ask that you respond with your vote. The Board needs a broad representation of SCR members to enrich our club's mission and position in the running community.
Join us for Global Running Day on Wednesday, June 1, 2016. It's a day for people around the world, especially here in Brevard County to celebrate the joys of running. SCR will be hosting a special get-together. The SCR Fun Run will be held in Cocoa Village at Riverfront Park at 6PM! We'll have refreshments and Ryan's Pizza for all the participants of this great event. Be there!
SCR sent three members to represent our club at the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) National Convention in Dallas, TX. Our treasurer, Carol Ball, newsletter design director, Brittany Streufert and Eye of the Dragon race director, Barbara Linton attended classes, heard from super keynote speakers and of course, did a little bit of running.
Ashworth Awards put together a short video for you to experience the convention. To view visit: https://youtu.be/H2Mp78mhlFQ
