Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Upcoming Fun Runs

The East / West Senior All-Star Race will be held at Woodland Park in Seattle on July 19, 10:00am. The all-star team is made up of 75 graduating male and female runners from all five high school classifications. Coaches can recommend any other senior student / athlete to this team who they deem deserving of this honor. Non all-star seniors are also encouraged to participate. The race also features junior, sophomore, freshman and alumni/coaches divisions and awards.
For more information, go to http://www.watfxc.com/XC/EastWest/EWMain.htm



On the same day, July 19, Nathan Hale athletic boosters host a shorter run . . .

What
: 6th Annual Big Rock Fun Run (2.2 miles)
When: Saturday, July 19th - Registration begins at 8am - Race starts at 9am
Where: Race begins and ends at the Maple Leaf Church off of 35th & 100th (up the hill from Nathan Hale)
Why: All proceeds go to the Nathan Hale Sports Booster Club
Who: The run is put on by Volunteers from the Meadowbrook Community Care group. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to run this fun event.
A Bit More: The Big Rock Fun Run has been an annual summer run for the Nathan Hale Cross Country team as well as many members of the Wedgewood community. Donors typically include Starbucks, State Farm, QFC, Wedgewood Ale House, ect... The entry fee for the run is $20 adult - $15 for 18 & under and includes an awesome t-shirt. There is coffee and snacks along with live music during the pre-race festivities. This year the Nathan Hale Cross Country Team will be hosting a community BBQ after the event in the Parking Lot & Grass across the street from the church.

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