Saturday, December 26, 2020

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 28th to January 3rd


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS - 

 

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RSVP for the BCRR Supported -  

2021 Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Half Marathon

The BCRR Board is in the midst of planning, however we need a head count! An RSVP is required to participate in the event to ensure we have enough participation to make this event happen. 

 

RSVP HERE!!

 

Race Day begins at 6:30AM, Sunday, January 17th with a staggered start according to paces to accommodate social distancing. The suggested course will be a 6 mile loop through the Montrose/Rice area with access to Braes Bayou to add additional distance. Water and Gatorade will be available at rest stops along the route. A bathroom will be available at the start/6 mile point.

 

BCRR Members are allowed to sponsor 1 non-member guest to participate in the event. Please fill out a separate RSVP for the guest.


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Virtual Alex’s 5K - November 20th-December 20th

THANKS to all who participated in the Virtual Alex’s 5K! Uptodate Race Results can be found HERE!! 

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2020 HARRA Fall Series

The Fall series of Marathon Warm-Up races has begun.  Although most of the races are virtual, HARRA will still be awarding Ironfoot awards to everyone that completes the Fall series.  HARRA will also be calculating points for Club awards.  Club awards are calculated per participation, no times. Since the races are virtual (except for Kia 30K in Sugarland), there will be no team competition.  


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New Members:

 

We would like to give a giant welcome to the newest members of BCRR! We look forward to seeing you when club activities resume!

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BCRR Birthdays:  

Happy Birthday to:

  • Anna Helm - December 30th

  • Ralph Castillo - January 1st

  • Vicki JOnes & Manpreet Kaur - January 2nd

  • Justyna Paczkowska - January 3rd 

 

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

 

All social events are canceled at this time. 

 

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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Please note that times and locations have changed. 


Mellow Monday Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: Join us every Monday for a 3 mile casual paced run around Memorial Park. 


Wednesday Run:

Location: First Christian Church 

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: No water will be provided following the run. Please be mindful of maintaining social distancing prior to and following club runs. We will not be permitted to utilize the restrooms within the church at this time. 


Friday Speedwork:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 5:30AM

Details: Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net


Sunday Long Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 6:30AM

Details: Individual water bottles will be placed in the 2 traditional locations - Shell Gas Station & Rose Garden. Please consider carrying your own hydration. 


**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**


If you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend club runs for 2 weeks. 

 

~BCRR Board

Monday, December 21, 2020

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 21st to December 27th


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS - 

 

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RSVP for the BCRR Supported -  

2021 Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Half Marathon

The BCRR Board is in the midst of planning, however we need a head count! An RSVP is required to participate in the event to ensure we have enough participation to make this event happen. 

 

RSVP HERE!!

 

Race Day begins at 6:30AM, Sunday, January 17th with a staggered start according to paces to accommodate social distancing. The suggested course will be a 6 mile loop through the Montrose/Rice area with access to Braes Bayou to add additional distance. Water, Gatorade, and bathrooms will be available at rest stops along the route. 

 

BCRR Members are allowed to sponsor 1 non-member guest to participate in the event. Please fill out a separate RSVP for the guest.


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Virtual Alex’s 5K - November 20th-December 20th

THANKS to all who participated in the Virtual Alex’s 5K! Results can be uploaded until December 22nd, 11:59 PM. Uptodate Race Results can be found HERE!! 

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2020 HARRA Fall Series

The Fall series of Marathon Warm-Up races has begun.  Although most of the races are virtual, HARRA will still be awarding Ironfoot awards to everyone that completes the Fall series.  HARRA will also be calculating points for Club awards.  Club awards are calculated per participation, no times. Since the races are virtual (except for Kia 30K in Sugarland), there will be no team competition.  


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New Members:

 

We would like to give a giant welcome to the newest members of BCRR! We look forward to seeing you when club activities resume!

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BCRR Birthdays:  

Happy Birthday to:

  • Marie Hutchinson - December 19th *name correction*

  • Romuald Budiman - December 22nd

  • Gary Wood - December 27th

 

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

 

All social events are canceled at this time. 

 

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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Please note that times and locations have changed. 


Mellow Monday Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: Join us every Monday for a 3 mile casual paced run around Memorial Park. 


Wednesday Run:

Location: First Christian Church 

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: No water will be provided following the run. Please be mindful of maintaining social distancing prior to and following club runs. We will not be permitted to utilize the restrooms within the church at this time. 


Friday Speedwork:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 5:30AM

Details: Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net


Sunday Long Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 6:30AM

Details: Individual water bottles will be placed in the 2 traditional locations - Shell Gas Station & Rose Garden. Please consider carrying your own hydration. 


**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**


If you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend club runs for 2 weeks. 

 

~BCRR Board

Monday, December 14, 2020

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 14th to December 20th

GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS - 

 

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It’s the FINAL WEEK for


Virtual Alex’s 5K - November 20th-December 20th

Alex’s 5K has gone VIRTUAL!! For those new to BCRR - Alex’s 5K is a race to honor the life of Alex, son of Kathi Mahon & Milan Jamrich. Alex’s 5K raises money for three Autism-related charities: Autism Speaks,  Avondale House and The Westview School. 

 

Race details and registration can be found HERE! Please help support and participate in this great cause! 

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BCRR Supported -  

2021 Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Half Marathon

BCRR will be organizing a supported Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, January 17th, 2021. 

 

Details for location, set up, and times will be announced at a later date! Participation is open to any **BCRR Member** - Both official virtual participants and supportive running friends are invited to join!


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2020 HARRA Fall Series

The Fall series of Marathon Warm-Up races has begun.  Although most of the races are virtual, HARRA will still be awarding Ironfoot awards to everyone that completes the Fall series.  HARRA will also be calculating points for Club awards.  Club awards are calculated per participation, no times. Since the races are virtual (except for Kia 30K in Sugarland), there will be no team competition.  


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New Members:

 

We would like to give a giant welcome to the newest members of BCRR! We look forward to seeing you when club activities resume!

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BCRR Birthdays:  

Happy Birthday to:

  • Claire Daum & Tina Reynolds - December 16th

  • Maria Hutchinson - December 19th

  • Claudia Verm - December 20th

 

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

 

All social events are canceled at this time. 

 

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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Please note that times and locations have changed. 


Mellow Monday Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: Join us every Monday for a 3 mile casual paced run around Memorial Park. 


Wednesday Run:

Location: First Christian Church 

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: No water will be provided following the run. Please be mindful of maintaining social distancing prior to and following club runs. We will not be permitted to utilize the restrooms within the church at this time. 


Friday Speedwork:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 5:30AM

Details: Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net


Sunday Long Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 6:30AM

Details: Individual water bottles will be placed in the 2 traditional locations - Shell Gas Station & Rose Garden. Please consider carrying your own hydration. 


**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**


If you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend club runs for 2 weeks. 

 

~BCRR Board


Monday, December 7, 2020

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 7th to December 13th


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS - 

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Sunday Long Run Hydration

The Sunday Long Run has been supported throughout the pandemic by a handful of members. Thank you to Loris, Lisa/Avi, Jeff Wittig, & Scott Bounds! Now - we could use some additional volunteers to help keep BCRR hydrated. 

 

BCRR is looking for volunteers who can drop off & pick up individual water bottles to EITHER the Shell Gas Station or the Rose Garden - 1 or 2 Sundays a month. Please email christinabcrr@gmail.com to volunteer. 

 

BCRR will reimburse or provide water bottles to the volunteers. 

 

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Virtual Alex’s 5K - November 20th-December 20th

Alex’s 5K has gone VIRTUAL!! For those new to BCRR - Alex’s 5K is a race to honor the life of Alex, son of Kathi Mahon & Milan Jamrich. Alex’s 5K raises money for three Autism-related charities: Autism Speaks,  Avondale House and The Westview School. 

 

Race details and registration can be found HERE! Please help support and participate in this great cause! 

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BCRR Supported -  

2021 Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Half Marathon

BCRR will be organizing a supported Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, January 17th, 2021. 

 

Details for location, set up, and times will be announced at a later date! Participation is open to any **BCRR Member** - Both official virtual participants and supportive running friends are invited to join!


************************************************************ 

2020 HARRA Fall Series

The Fall series of Marathon Warm-Up races has begun.  Although most of the races are virtual, HARRA will still be awarding Ironfoot awards to everyone that completes the Fall series.  HARRA will also be calculating points for Club awards.  Club awards are calculated per participation, no times. Since the races are virtual (except for Kia 30K in Sugarland), there will be no team competition.  


************************************************************ 

New Members:

 

We would like to give a giant welcome to the newest members of BCRR! We look forward to seeing you when club activities resume!

************************************************************ 

 

BCRR Birthdays:  

Happy Birthday to:

  • Deborah Rouchy - December 9th

  • Cecilia Farias-Ruiz & Whendy Zhang - December 10th

  • Cheryl Shaw - December 11th

  • Jenny Williams - December 12th

 

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

 

All social events are canceled at this time. 

 

************************************************************  

WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Please note that times and locations have changed. 


Mellow Monday Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: Join us every Monday for a 3 mile casual paced run around Memorial Park. 


Wednesday Run:

Location: First Christian Church 

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: No water will be provided following the run. Please be mindful of maintaining social distancing prior to and following club runs. We will not be permitted to utilize the restrooms within the church at this time. 


Friday Speedwork:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 5:30AM

Details: Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net


Sunday Long Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 6:30AM

Details: Individual water bottles will be placed in the 2 traditional locations - Shell Gas Station & Rose Garden. Please consider carrying your own hydration. 


**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**


If you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend club runs for 2 weeks. 

 

~BCRR Board