PSME RUN - RACE RESULTS

What: PSME RUN
When: Sept. 20, 2009
Where: Baseline Rest., Cebu City, Phils

MEN'S 8K - OPEN DIV
(1) Crifrankreadel Indapan 25:47
(2) Elmer Bartolo 25:58
(3) Adonis Singson 26:33

(4) Revodem Aranas 27:05, (5) Miljone Luterte 28:10, (6) Paul Zafico 29:56, (7) Felix Lopez 30:04, (8) Reboy Idjao 33.22, (9) Roger Nadela 34:32, (10) Francis Blasco 35:00

WOMEN'S 8K - OPEN DIV
(1) Mary Grace delos Santos 31.13
(2) Mary Joy Tabal 38.25
(3) Florence Mata 43.13

(4) Sander Ugalino 44:59, (5) Susan Militante 47:25, (6) Marlen Limpag 50:46, (7) Luisita Jadulco 52:02, (8) Roselyn Yu 56:02, (9) Jonalyn Sarip 56:54, (10) Ginalyn Villanueva 1:01:46

4K
(1) Jorry Ycong 12:22
(2) Joel Delposo 12:26
(3) Jobert Carolino 12:40

Courtesy of Caecent Magsumbol/TF

CLINIC TIP: RUN YOUR OWN RACE

Running clinic stresses pace, training Sun.Star Network Online: "Pages recounted how he failed to finish his first marathon because he was targeting a certain time to finish the race.

“In your first marathon, forget about the time” and concentrate on finishing the race,” Pages said. “Run your own race. Pace yourself. Start slow and walk often.”"...

CEBU RUNNING CLINIC

QCIM TO TAP PACERS

Volunteer pacers tapped for Quezon City marathon The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "Runnex said pacers will be assigned to groups seeking to finish the full marathon in 3 hours, 50 minutes, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:30 and 6:00. Each of the six groups will have two pacers, Runnex said.

To qualify as pacer, a volunteer must be physically fit and an experienced runner who has finished several full marathons and can maintain the assigned pace consistently throughout the run.

Each of the groups will have at least two pacers, a leader who will set the pace and a sweeper who will assist and encourage those lagging behind, and a back-up pacer."...

GABRIEL RUN-BIKE

'Gabriel' fundraiser slated on Saturday ABS-CBN News Online Beta: "MANILA – Several triathletes are slated to race for a greater cause as they participate in the “7th Annual 12-Hour Multi-Sport Celebration in Memory of Gabriel” on Saturday.

The event, organized by Sen. Pia Cayetano, will feature individual running events, group and corporate relays, kids’ duathlon and triathlon, and an all-women’s triathlon"...

CONDURA RUN 2010

February 7, 2010 @ The Fort, Taguig City, Phils.

NEW BALANCE POWER RUN

For details, log on to www.newbalance.com

IBP RUN - RACE RESULTS

What: IBP RUN
When: Sept. 13, 2009 Sun. 6:00AM
Where: Cebu Provl Capitol, Cebu City, Phils

MENS 5K - OPEN DIV
(1) Mendel Lopez, (2) Ben Alejandrino, (3) John Philip Duenas

MENS 5K - LAWYERS DIV
(1) Gandhi Truya, (2) Marren Panares, (3) James Hupp III

WOMENS 5K - OPEN DIV
(1) Maria Estella Diza, (2) Mischelle Gibuena, (3) Lhoriz Echavez

WOMENS 5K - LAWYERS DIV
(1) Haide Acuna, (2) Visminda Truya, (3) Negley Villanueva

Courtesy of Caecent Magsumbol/TF

ECO DASH: AYALA MALLS RUN CEBU

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SUBIC INTL MARATHON 2009

Log on to www.subicinternationalmarathon.com for more details

33RD MILO MARATHON NATL FINALS

CNU RUN - RACE RESULTS

What: CNU RUN A NORMAL LIFE
When: Sept. 13, 2009 Sunday, 6:00AM
Where: CNU Campus, Cebu City, Phils.

RACE RESULTS:

MENS 10K - OPEN DIV
(1) Fernando Subayno 33:21mins, (2) Angelito Sibayan 33:30, (3) Elmer Bartolo 34:06

MENS 10K - EXECUTIVE DIV
(1) Charlie Berberio 37:00, (2) Ronnel Abayan 37:57, (3) Bon Brandon 42:50

MENS 5K - MEPZ DIV
(1) Robert Daang, (2) Nino Misa, (3) Jesus Baculi

BOYS 3K - KIDDIES DIV
(1) Joey Lee Jr 12:10, (2) Justin Chiongbian 12:22, (3) Mervin Madrid 12:50

WOMENS 10K - OPEN DIV
(1) Mary Grace de los Santos 41:27, (2) Joeyry Lee 44:57, (3) Rose Baylon 49:29

WOMENS 10K - EXECUTIVE DIV
(1) Tessie Escosinas 57:50, (2) Rosse Baldoleso 58:19, (3) Florence Mata 58:31

WOMENS 5K - MEPZ DIV
(1) Emily Rosas 21:27, (2) Gladys Sumili 22:46, (3) Maria Omolon 24:15

GIRLS 3K- KIDDIES DIV
(1) Adella Camillo 11:19, (2) Clarise Dionson 11:22, (3) Crisel Dionson 11:24

Courtesy of Caecent Magsumbol/TF

CROCS RUN - RACE RESULTS

What: CROCS PREPAIR TO RUN
When: Sept. 13, 2009 Sunday
Where: Mall of Asia, Pasig City, Phils

RACE RESULTS

MENS 10K - OPEN DIV
(1) Rene Herrera 29:22mins, (2) Cresenciano Sabal 29:31, (3) Darwin Lim 29:37

MENS 5K - OPEN DIV
(1) Nelbert Ducusin 16:26, (2) Mervin Guark 16:27, (3) Art Thomas Fronda 17:26

MENS 3K
(1) Patrick Gongob 8:41

WOMENS 10K - OPEN DIV
(1) Christabel Martes 34:12, (2) Aileen Tolentino 36:07, (3) Marecil Maquilan 36:07

WOMENS 5K - OPEN DIV
(1) Mercedita Fetalvero 18:22, (2) Nhea Ann Barcena 20:15, (3) Angelica Gajulen 31:04

WOMENS 3K
(1) Mary Ann dela Cruz 8:43

Courtesy of Romina Austria/PDI

BACK-TO-BACK VICTORIES

Cebuano & RP Team member Mendel Lopez (left) scored back-to-back victories in the IBP Fun Run 5K, Sept 13, 2009 and the Don Sergio Osmena Run 10K last Sept. 9, 2009. Shown above is the intense duel of Lopez and Manila-based Ben Alejandrino during the Osmena Run. Photo courtesy of IgiMax/PaBol

DOMINANT FINISH

Cebuano & RP Junior national team member John Mier on his way to a 1st place finish during the 2nd Cong. Red Durano Road Race - Category A in Danao City, Phils. Sept. 13, 2009
He dominated the race, arriving solo at the finish line,

such that he still has time to go back before the finish line and
re-create the victory pose infront of the cameras! What a finish indeed.

DURANO ROAD - RACE RESULTS

What: 2ND CONG. RED DURANO ROAD & MTB COMPETITION
When: Sept. 13, 2009 Sunday 9:00AM
Where: Danao City, Phils.

ROAD RACE RESULTS:

CATEGORY A:
(1) John Mier
(2) Marjun Villarosa
(3) Nilo Barbalose

(4) Roy Carbonera, (5) John Paul Baco, (6) Jaybop Pagnanawon, (7) Romel Limangog, (8) Albert Basergo, (9) Ramsey Villaber, (10) Judemar Villarosa

CATEGORY B:
(1) Elmo Clarabal
(2) Jonas Ponseca
(3) Lito Quebec

(4) Noy Jopson, (5) Art Lambo, (6) Eugene Orillana, (7) Jonathan Simbajon, (8) Roger Lastimoso, (9) Haylin Bardaje, (10) Ome Rodriguez

CATEGORY C:
(1) Joseph Carcueva
(2) Raffy Bacayo
(3) Allan Dungog

(4) Conrado Jaluag, (5) William Pagula, (6) Gary Fernandez, (7) Tyre Lambo, (8) Fabio Ybas, (9) Alan Pastor, (10) Keijo Kuha

Courtesy of Ome Rodriguez/Cebu Cycling

SO WHERE DO YOU RUN TODAY?

Simul events splitting runners The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "Madelyn Carter, however, has other reason for running in the CNU event after learning that undefeated nemesis Mary Grace Delos Santos is entered in the event.

“Kung asa siya, adto ko. Mas nindot man ng nay challenge,”(“Wherever she’s competing I’ll be there as well. It’ll better to have challenge.”) Carter said earlier."...

TOP RIDERS LUNGE IN DURANO RACE

Top athletes lunge today in Durano bike race Sun.Star Network Online: "THE country’s top mountainbike riders as well as Cebu’s top road bikers will gather for the 2nd Congressman Red Durano Road and Mountain Bike Competition, which will start today at the Danao City Hall.

A total of P51,000 in cash prizes are at stake."...

DURANO MTB & ROAD RACE

M'bike tourney in Danao today The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "On the other hand, the road racers and cross-country riders of the mountainbike contest will try to outdo each other tomorrow.

Both disciplines will start and finish at the Danao City Hall. The categories under the road race are A, B and C.

The mountainbikers will be spread into eight classes including the men and women’s open, seniors, masters A and B, beginners and executive."...

THRILL OF THE TRAIL - CDO

OSMENA RUN - RACE RESULTS

DON SERGIO OSMENA, SR. 10K RUN
Sept. 9, 2009 Wednesday 6:00AM
Cebu City, Phils.

RACE RESULTS

MENS OPEN
(1) Mendel Lopez 32:51
(2) Ben Alejandrino 33:14
(3) Crifrankreadel Indapan 33:15

(4) Fernando Subayno Jr 33:31, (5) Elmer Bartolo 34:12, (6) Angelito Sebayan 34:49, (7) Adonis Singson 34:58, (8) Joel Delposo 35:08, (9) Revodem Aranas 35:20, (10) Jobert Carolino 36:21

WOMENS OPEN
(1) Mary Grace de lost Santos 38:25
(2) Madelyn Carter 42:16
(3) Estella Diaz 43:24

(4)Mischelle Gilbuena 43:40, (5) Mary Joy Tabal 45:29, (6) Aiza Suwaybaguio 45:59, (7) Joeyry Lee 46:00, (8) Leiszl Gitaruelas 46:38, (9) Gerly Baylon 48:46, (10) Lorhiz Echavez 48:52

MENS MASTERS-A (40-45 yo)
(1) Allan Polinar 37:32
(2) Jesie Misa 40:37
(3) Edgardo Carabuena 42:13

MENS MASTERS-B (46-49 yo)
(1) Tomas Nunez 40:06
(2) Virgilio Belecario 42:19

MENS MASTERS-C (50-55 yo)
(1) Ruth Banzon 40:32
(2) Marcos Pelare 45:09

MENS MASTERS-D
(1) Aldolfo Camello 45:41
(2) Democrito Branzuela 47:24
(3) Jun Taneo 48:02

courtesy of Caecent Magsumbol/TF

P.2MILLION CEBU FOOT RACE

Don Sergio 10K run hits streets today Sun.Star Network Online: "Runners from Davao City, led by Elmer Bartolo and Angelito Sibayan, along with Zamboanga City running princess Mary Grace de los Santos, Crifrankeadel Indapan and Bem Alejandrino are eyeing the top prize.

The Cebu City Sports Commission allotted a total of P200,000 to the winners in the 10K Open for men and women and the Masters A, B, C and D categories."...

09-09-09 OSMENA RUN

Osmeña 10K Run unfolds this am The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - Hundreds of running buffs will once again troop to the streets today for the rare 09-09-09 edition of the annual Don Sergio Osmeña, Sr. (DSOS) 10K Run starting at the Cebu City Hall and ending at the Cebu City Sports Center.

Among the top runners to watch out for are Mendel Lopez and Cebu’s Queen of the Road Leizsl Lumindas-Gitaruelas."...

CERC RUNNING CLINIC

Sept. 9, 2009 update

Who: Runners

What: A free clinic on "Preparing for your First Marathon"

When: Sept 19, 2009 Sat 2:00-4:00PM

Where: Cebu Parklane Hotel

For inquiries, call Marlin 232.8518/19

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Pages: Cebu City Marathon and the running fever Sun.Star Network Online: "Four months remain before the firing gun is shot to signal the start of this momentous event. This means that all of us have enough time to get ready. If you’re a regular 5K and 10K participant, it’s time to aim farther... the 21K. If you’re a 10K and 21K finisher, then you know that all runners aim to finish the ultimate dream: the 42K marathon.

To help all prepare, the Cebu Executive Runners Club (CERC) is organizing a Running Clinic. Titled “Preparing for your first marathon,” this two-hour seminar/lecture will be held next Saturday afternoon, Sept. 19. This is open to all and is for free!"...

R.U.N. VIRUS HITS CEBU

Pages: Cebu City Marathon and the running fever Sun.Star Network Online: "THERE is a virus that’s plaguing our city. It’s not the A-H1N1 strain or the Dengue fever scare. It’s more widespread and thousands are afflicted. All types of bodies have been stricken: 73-year-olds, college girls, Sun.Star Cebu online editor Max Limpag, CEO’s, doctors, Donna Cruz-Larrazabal, lawyers..."

MILO OLYMPICS VISAYAS - 1500M

Milo Little Olympics, USC enjoys huge lead The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "Over at the track oval, three tracksters collected their second gold in the two-weekend joust - Talamban’s Rosel Ardiente, Umapad’s Crizel Diongson and UC’s Vlessica Jagna.

The three double gold medallists won their first gold in the 1,500m run before emerging as the fastest in the 800m run."...

BABIERA, GILBUENA RULE MILO DGTE

Babiera, Gilbuena gain Milo run grand finals The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines - Anthony Babiera of Himamaylan City and Miscelle Gilbuena clinched the last berths in the national finals of the 33rd National Milo Marathon as they topped their respective divisions in the final elimination race of the country’s longest-running marathon in Dumaguete City last Sunday."

THE LONG RUN

www.runnersworld.com

BEKELE GETS SHARE OF $1 MILLION

Running Times Magazine: Bekele Gets Share of Million Dollar Jackpot: "Double world and Olympic champion Kenenisa Bekele added the only major prize missing from his already impressive collection of accolades when he secured a share of the $1 million ÅF Golden League Jackpot as the six-meet series concluded here tonight with the Memorial Van Damme."...

UST TRACKSTERS WIN MILO LEG

UST tracksters win in Milo leg - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "Baay said his unfamiliarity with the difficult course cost him a finals slot. He was in the five-man second pack in the first five kilometers, before overtaking Manangquil at the turn.

“This was the first time I competed here but still, I’m happy that I won,” said the 18-year-old Baay.

It was likewise a disappointment for Palencia, the UAAP record-holder in the 3,000m event, who placed 105th overall out of 183 participants in last year’s finals."

PINK OCTOBER RUN

Who: Runners
What: PINK OCTOBER RUN
When: October 4, 2009 6:00am
Where: The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu City, Phils.

Categories: 1/3/5/10K

Registration Center:
Think Pink Desk
Ayala Center Cebu
Tel 516.2035, 232.0380
Courtesy of Me Anne Solomon alcordoadvertising@pldtdsl.net

PHIL BIKE MADE OF BAMBOO

R.P.-made bamboo bike unveiled: "FIVE University of the Philippines alumni, who are members of the UP Mountaineers, have succeeded in creating a bike with its frame made of bamboo.

The team, composed of Hecky Villanueva, Englebert Chan, John Climaco, Ramon Siojo and Eric Cadiz, used international bike designer Craig Calfee’s technology in making the bamboo bike after learning his procedure in a workshop with him."...

CEBU'S OLDEST 10K RACE

Osmeña 10K race to hit Cebu Sept. 9 Sun.Star Network Online: "THE longest running 10 Kilometer footrace in Cebu, the Don Sergio Osmeña Sr. (DSOS) 10K Run will again hit the major thoroughfares of Cebu City on Sept. 9, which offers a total of P200,000 in cash prizes to the winners."...

LANCE TWEET BRINGS TRAFFIC IN SCOTLAND

Lance Armstrong tweet brings traffic to standstill in Glasgow - More Sports - SI.com: "GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) -- Lance Armstrong brought traffic to a standstill Tuesday after issuing a Twitter invitation for Scottish cyclists to join him on a casual bike ride.

'Hey Glasgow, Scotland! I'm coming your way,' Armstrong wrote. 'Who wants to go for a bike ride?'"

BOLT VS BEKELE

Bolt might run exhibition race against 5k, 10k champ Bekele - USATODAY.com: "Bolt, of Jamaica, is the reigning world and Olympic champion and world record-holder over 100 and 200 meters. Bekele, of Ethiopia, is the reigning world and Olympic champion and world record-holder over 5,000 and 10,000 meters.

The idea would be to find a middle ground — between 600 and 800 meters.

'I think I am pretty good at 600 meters,' Bolt said last week. Above 800 meters, he said, 'I have no chance.'"

OCTOBERUN FESTIVAL

October 4, 2009 @ The Fort, Taguig City, Phils.

MILO LITTLE OLYMPICS - VISAYAS

Milo Little Olympics unfolds today The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - The country’s biggest and best-run developmental sports competition, the 2009 Milo Little Olympics, will formally blast off with an elaborate opening ceremony this afternoon at the Cebu City Sports Center. Over 200 schools from all of the Visayas are all set for action in the two-weekend tilt sponsored by Nestle Philippines."...

TONIDO WINS LIQUIGAZ TOUR QUALI

Tonido wins Liquigaz LPGMA tour qualifier The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines - Tots Tonido emerged victorious in the 155-km qualifying race for the 2010 Liquigaz-LPGMA Tour of Luzon Sunday, besting a field that included veterans Marc Guevarra, Joel Calderon, Victor Espiritu and Lloyd Lucien Reynante."...

LA MARATHON 2010

March 21, 2010 Los Angeles, CA USA http://www.lamarathon.com/

QUEZON CITY INTL MARATHON 2009

October 18, 2009 www.runnex.org

O2

Jogging and trees Sun.Star Network Online: "WHAT'S the common factor between jogging and trees? Oxygen!

When you jog, you need more oxygen and trees supply it. Jogging, which is good for your physical and mental health, also leads to a significant increase in your oxygen consumption and heart rate, especially if you are jogging uphill. So trees are actually more valuable than you think."

TAKE COVER

Limpag: Atan and Tom’s pissing contest Sun.Star Network Online: "FOOTBALL COVERAGE. I heard that the Cebu Football Association was told to approach me to help improve media coverage of their sport.

I’m flattered but that isn’t necessary.

They only have to make sure that they can be contacted and that they have what reporters need when they have tournaments—details.

When the new board took over, it was a bitch to contact them. When we finally got hold of one member, he or she wasn’t willing to talk. In the end, we just stopped trying to contact them. What for?

When reporters covered their events, it was a waste of time. Their “lineups” had no names, their match reports had no details. Heck, if you ask the referee who scored, he’d say, “Ambot kinsa to.”

To get all the details, you have to be in the venue the whole day, which is impossible because reporters have other responsibilities.

That is why I wrote a few issues ago that the present board had a thing or two to learn from the previous president. Because Jonathan Maximo perfected this, which is why all the events he handled got ample coverage."...

BOLT'S WORLD RECORD: 200m in 19.19s

DIAMOND LIONS CLUB RUN

what: 1ST DIAMOND LIONS CLUB RUN
when: August 30, 2009 Sunday
where: Cebu Business Park, Cebu City

RACE RESULTS

MEN 10K OPEN
1. Revoden Aranas 33:13 mins
2. Reprinel Banzon 34:01
3. Ian Bernido 35:53
4. Robert Daang 36:31
5. Rico Roquite 36:54
6. Paul Zafico 37:05
7. Jesus Baculi, Jr. 37:39
8. Gabriel Zabate 37:53
9. Roland Montebon 39:08
10. Roger Saldo 39:41

MEN 10K MASTERS-A
1. Tomas Nunez, Jr.
2. Jessie Mesa
3. Chris Burdette
4. Virgilio Belecario
5. Eleazar Oporto

MEN 10K MASTERS-B
1. Ruth Banzon
2. Democrito Branzuela
3. Jun Taneo
4. Manolito Uy
5. Lindio Abelino

MEN 5K OPEN
1. Jorry Econg
2. Nino Misa
3. Jeppy Lumongsod
4. Ronel Abayon
5. Rolan Batiancila

WOMEN 10K OPEN
1. Aiza Suwaybaguio 43:24 mins
2. Jennifer Belocura
3. Rose Baylon
4. Camilla Luterte
5. Doris Nodalo
6. Emily Rosas
7. Leonora Martus
8. Roselle Baldevieso
9. Ma. Anna Alforque
10. Ma. Glenn Pontanar

WOMEN 5K OPEN
1. Mary Tabal
2. Hazel Ratavale
3. Adela Canillo
4. Lorna Olarita
5. Milagros Pabol

BOYS 3K
1. Prince Lee
2. Jommel Edar
3. Brett Tabanas

GIRLS 3K
1. Bea Beronia
2. Miriam Potot
3. Amanda Macariola

Courtesy of: CMagsumbol/TF & RManlosa/SSD

PRE-RACE MEAL

The Pre-Race Meal Active.com: "Every meal is important, but no meal is more important than the one before a race. Choosing the wrong foods, eating too much or too little, or eating at the wrong time can affect your performance and possibly ruin your race, or at least make your performance less than optimal. Eating the right pre-race meal at the right time ensures that all your hard training doesn't go to waste."...

TIPS FOR BEGINNING ROAD RACERS

10 Tips for Beginning Road Racers Active.com: "If you have recently been inspired to try road racing and you're new to the sport, a reasonable question is, 'Where and how do I get started?'

Let me see if I can help:"...

CROCS PREPAIR TO RUN

AMERICANS CAN BE EAST AFRICANS

Dathan Ritzenhein. Courtesy of Getty Images.

Ritzenhein breaks 13-year-old U.S. 5K mark at Swiss meet - USATODAY.com: "'What Dathan did today validates what everyone in this country has been trying to do — to show Americans can run with the best East Africans,' Salazar said.

'What we needed was a kid born in this country — here's a kid from the Midwest (Michigan) — able to run with them. This is a huge shot to prove you don't have to be East African to be a great distance runner.'"

SEAG CYCLING TRYOUT

Cycling holds final tryout for SEAG The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "Romero also disclosed that junior campaigners (17 years and below) will compete in the Batang Pinoy in Bacolod in November in preparation for the Youth Olympic Games next year in Singapore."...

PARTY AT MY PACE

Marathon Pace Groups at Runner's World.com: "'Good morning. My name is Star, I'm with the Clif Bar Pace Team, and my co-pace leader is John. I am here to make you run slow when you want to run fast, and to make you run fast when you want to run slow. Listen to me, follow us, and we'll cross the finish line together in 3:50.'"...

CEBU CITY SUPPORTS MARATHON

Mayor Tom okays city marathon The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - The organizers of the Cebu City Marathon set on January 10 next year got a big boost from the city government with no less than Mayor Tomas Osmeña pressing the green light for the staging of the event.

City councilor Sylvan “Jack” Jakosalem surprised the organizing Cebu Executive Runners Club (CERC) during a press conference yesterday at Mooon Café in Guadalupe by showing off the approved letter of request of support from Osmeña.

Along with that, Jakosalem bared that the city government will allocate P295, 500 for the prizes of the top performers. The men and women’s open champion will receive P50,000 each, while the second to 10th placers in the 42-kilometer action will also receive cash prizes.

The top male and female finishers in the 21km and 5km run, on the other hand, will get P15,000.

Commemorative medals and t-shirts courtesy of the Aldeguer Group of Companies will also be given away to all the finishers of the full marathon.
“This is the first time that a full marathon will start and end here in Cebu City so it’s just right that we give full support to this,” said Jakosalem, who vowed to insert the event into the Sinulog calendar of activities."...

01-10-10 CEBU CITY MARATHON

4-month preparation Sun.Star Network Online: Its not an ordinary race. It's long and it's a killer.

"Race organizer and Sun.Star columnist John Pages encouraged the runners to aim for a higher goal and try the more difficult categories rather than their usual distances.

“It’s the ideal time for the 5K and 10K runners to target the 21K marathon and the 21K runners to target the full marathon,” said Pages."...

TRIATHLETES, HOSPITALity

Hospitality impresses triathletes - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "It evolved from fitness competitions among United States Navy Seals involving the three events done in succession - swimming, cycling and running.

In a press conference, the top triathletes smiled, remembering the most memorable moments they experienced as they rode across Camarines Sur, watching children waving, farmers tilling their farms ,and ordinary folk standing by the road to cheer them on."

IRONWILL TRI

UNIVERSITY RUN RESULTS

Enriquez, De los Santos triumph The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "In the 5K run, Robert Daang copped the men's title, while Jeppy Lomongsod and Elvin Flores landed at second and third, respective. The top three finishers in the women's category were Joeyry Ann Lee, Florence Mata and Susan Militante."...

CEBUANO TRI RULES IRONMAN ALL-FIL

Noy Jopson. enaldt photo.

Impressive finishes Sun.Star Network Online: "THE Cebuanos had a successful campaign in yesterday’s Ironman 70.3 Philippines with Noy Jopson raising Cebu’s banner when he claimed the overall title in the all-Filipino division in the tragedy-marred event in Camarines Sur."...

UYTENGSU DRIVING FORCE BEHIND IRONMAN 70.3

Manila Standard Today -- Uytengsu driving force behind Ironman 70.3 -- 2009/august/22: "“This race exists because of the enthusiasm of Fred Uytengsu. He is the driving force behind the Cobra Ironman 70.3. It is his vision. In a lot of ways, we made it difficult for him just because of the way our company works. But he persevered. When we finally hooked up, this race took shape.”"

ARMSTRONG MOBBED AT TOUR OF IRELAND

Armstrong mobbed at Tour of Ireland ABS-CBN News Online Beta: "But Armstrong, who last rode in the competition in 1992, was quick to declare his priorities as he prepares for his cancer foundation's Livestrong summit in Dublin.

'That's the most important thing,' he said at the start line.

The 37-year-old cancer survivor said the Livestrong conference was the most important part of his Irish trip"

TOUR de LEBRON

GMANews.TV - Tour de LeBron comes through Akron - Sports - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine News: "The U.S. Olympic teammates and close friends rode through the city's streets Saturday as James hosted his annual 'King for Kids' charity bike-a-thon. James and Paul pushed the pace in the lead group of bicyclists, pedaling past James' former high school St. Vincent-St. Mary and the city's zoo on the 8-mile route."...

CEBU NORMAL RUN

What: 1st CNU-ILSAA FUN RUN
When: September 13, 2009 Sunday 5:30AM
Where: Cebu Normal Univ (CNU) Campus, Osmena Blvd., Cebu City

Categories: 3K, 5K, 10K

Entry fees:
Regular participants @ P200.00
CNU students, faculty, administration & alumni @ P150.00 (please bring ID)

Registration sites: (until Sept 5, 2009)

CNU Balay Alumni Office
CNU Campus c/o Esper Soledad 582-5278

Cebu City Sports Center
c/o Danny Erano 518-1363

SHE IS MY LITTLE GIRL

Athlete Semenya's family brush off gender controversy - Yahoo! News: "All major newspapers' front pages pictured a triumphant Semenya who powered to a 1minute 55.45seconds win -- the world's best this year -- shortly after the athletics governing body announced that the runner's gender was to be verified.

'She is my little girl. I raised her and I have never doubted her gender. She is a woman and I can repeat that a million times,' father Jacob Semenya told the popular tabloid Sowetan which dubbed the champion 'Our Golden Girl'."...

SMART SPORTS: RUNNING & CYCLING

GMANews.TV - Sports group hopes to help local athletes achieve Olympic dream - Sports - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine News: "Smart Sports head Patrick Gregorio said they are willing to partner with various groups involved in running events.

Gregorio said that they are not just acting as a sponsor of an event but they are helping different sports in their drive to help discover young and potential athletes who can excel in future international competitions like the Olympics.

SMART Sports head Patrick Gregorio and (Ret.) Gen. Sam Tucay led the formal launching of the two-day running event on Wednesday at the Dusit Hotel in Makati City. More
Aside from running events, Gregorio’s group is also actively supporting basketball, boxing, taekwondo, tennis and cycling."...

LOONEY TUNES ACTIVE RUN

CROCS RUN

Crocs to stage fun run at MOA The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines - Crocs, Inc., the leading designer, manufacturer and retailer of footwear for men, women and children under the CrocsTM brand, will hold its first fun run event dubbed “Crocs Prepair to Run” on Sept. 13 with over a thousand participants expected at the SM Mall of Asia grounds in Pasay City."...

UNBEATABLE IN WORLD'S 5K & 10K

Bekele vows to keep on running after fourth world 10,000m title Manila Bulletin: "Bekele's medal haul from the Olympic Games, worlds and world cross-country championships is quite phenomenal, and the reigning Olympic champion and world record holder over both the 5000m and 10,000m again looked unbeatable at the Olympic Stadium when winning the 10,000m title here on Monday.

His history speaks for itself, now with 15 world titles and three Olympic golds. He has been the fastest in the world over 5000m every year since 2004 and is unbeaten in the 10,000m"

QC MARATHON A PREVIEW OF SEAG BATTLE

QC 42K a preview of SEAG battle - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "FILIPINO RUNNERS WILL have a chance to gauge the strength of their counterparts in the Laos Southeast Asian Games when they compete in the first Quezon City International Marathon on October 18.

Inquiries from Kenya, home of world champions like Paul Kibii Tergat and Beijing Olympic winner Sammy Wanjiru, are also pouring in, according to organizers of the event that will be part of the city’s 70th anniversary celebration."...

QUEZON CITY MILLION PESO INTL MARATHON

P3-million international marathon to highlight Quezon City day The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines - Quezon City, ranked among the top 10 Asian cities of the future by the Financial Times Magazine, is celebrating its 70th founding anniversary this year by staging one of the richest running events in the country – the Quezon City International Marathon – offering a P3M purse and drawing an impressive field of 10,000 runners.

The event unfolds on Oct. 18 starting and ending at the Elliptical Road with the winners in the men’s and women’s divisions claiming P300,000 each and the first and second runners-up earn P200,000 and P100,000, respectively."...

KENYAN LEADS CAST IN SUBIC INTL MARATHON

Kenyan leads cast in Subic international marathon The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines - Kenyan runner Nelson Kirwa Rotich is coming back to defend his crown in the second Smart-Subic International marathon scheduled on Oct. 24.

A veteran of several tough races including the Boston Marathon, Rotich bested a field of more than 7,000 to top last year’s 42-kilometer event in 2 hours, 27 minutes and 11 seconds."...

NATL CHAMP NETS MILO SLOT

Nat’l Open champ nets Milo finals slot - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "DAGUPAN—LANY CARDONA, A big revelation in the recent National Open track and field championship, emerged as the lone finals qualifier from the 33rd National Milo Marathon 21K eliminations here Sunday.

Former University of Cebu ace Rogelio Reli came from behind to rule the men’s side but was a minute and 20 seconds over the 1:15 qualifying time."

3Rs: ROCK AND RUN + RAIN

Heavy downpour fails to douse run Sun.Star Network Online: "The promised lively music and ecstatic morning were replaced with the doldrums and chills and the race only pushed through after those who braved the weather convinced the organizers.

The runners showed that rains and the flooded street could not stop them as they gathered at the starting line waiting for the gun to be fired."...

MILO RUN - ROXAS CITY

Delfin, Cortel book trip to Milo run finals The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "ROXAS CITY, Philippines – Top finishers Hanny Jean Delfin of San Antonio Cuartero, Capiz and Cerila Cortel of Roxas City, made the cut off time of one hour, 35 minutes in the 21K women’s eliminaiton race yesterday to qualify for the 33rd Milo Marathon national finals slated Oct. 11 in Metro Manila."...

ITS OUR RIGHT TO BE LEFT-HANDED

International Lefthanders Day: Celebrate your right to be left-handed Manila Bulletin: "Other interesting facts about lefthanders are that: they adjust more readily to seeing underwater, and they excel particularly in tennis, baseball, swimming, and fencing.

There exists a long list of famous personalities who are left-handed. Among these are United States President Barack H. Obama (politics), Henry L. Ford (automobile manufacturing), Mark Twain (literature), Jimi Hendrix (music), Michelangelo (art), and our very own Rafael “Paeng’’ Nepomuceno (bowling) and Emmanuel “Manny’’ Pacquiao (boxing)"...

CEBUANOS VIE FOR ASIAN CYCLING TILT

Cebuano pedal-pushers vie for top honors in Asian cycling tilt The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - Two Cebuanos are all dead-set to vie for glory as the 29th Asian Cycling Championship and 16th Asian Junior Cycling Championships jointly unfold today in Tengarong, East Kalamintan, Indonesia.

They are Marites Bitbit and John Rene Mier, both members of the Philippine team.

This also marks for the first time in a decade that the country will be sending a junior team to the ACC, thanks to the Philippine Sports Commission and the UCI-recognized Philcycling president and Tagaytay Mayor Bambol Tolentino.

Aside from Bitbit and Mier, the RP squad is also comprised of the multi-titled Victor Espiritu and John Renee Mier and junior riders George Oconer, Analiza Dysangco and Rustom Lim. – Caecent No-ot Magsumbol (THE FREEMAN)"...

SUBIC ADVENTURE SPORTS

Longboard lures visitors to Subic even during rainy days: "It now joins the list of other sports that lure tourists, including rappelling, wall and rock-climbing, windsurfing, sailing, jet skiing, biking, diving, parasailing and auto racing.

“We have the forests, the bay and man-made structures that provide a myriad of challenges for those who hunger for the extreme experience,” Marcelo said.

“The great thing about adventure tourism is that even the rains cannot stop it. In fact, the inclement weather adds another dimension to the challenge,” he said."

MACTAN RUN

Mactan to host another running event The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - Barely three weeks from a half-marathon competition in Mactan Island, another action takes place this Sunday dubbed as the “Power of Prevention Through Fitness and Nutrition” at the historic Lapu-Lapu Shrine.

The event features two race lengths, the 5K and 3K for both the men’s and women’s divisions."...

RP JUNIOR CYCLISTS FOR ASIAN CHAMP

The Manila Times Internet Edition SPORTS >Top cyclists to compete in Asian Championships: "THE country’s elite national riders are all set to see action in the 29th Asian Cycling Championship and 16th Asian Junior Cycling Championship slated on August 14 to 20 at the Tengarong, East Kalamintan in Indonesia.

Marites Bitbit, the 2007 Southeast Asian Games gold winner, banners the strong field of national riders which include veteran Victor Espiritu, John Renee Mier and junior riders George Oconer, Analiza Dysangco and Rustom Lim.

This is the first time that the Philippine junior cycling team, under the leadership of Tolentino, will participate in an Asian junior event. The last the time the country competed in this tournament was during the time of PhilCycling President Gov. Francisco Almeda."...

4TH UNIVERSITY RUN

All set for 14th CDU Run: Organizer hope to make it an international event someday The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - From being the first school-initiated running race in the Queen City of the South, the organizers of the Cebu Doctors’ University (CDU) Run contemplates on making it an international competition in the future."...

HOW TO PREPARE FOR A MARATHON

How to prepare for an international marathon - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "How many months are needed to train for a marathon?

Brad Hudson, a well-known running coach and author of “Run Faster,” suggests that less experienced runners should devote at least five to six months before joining a full marathon to adapt well in three running phases: introductory, sharpening and fundamental periods.

More experienced runners can train in four to five months."

PHIL INTL MARATHON

International run puts focus on Pasig river rehab The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "“This is not just another run because we’re running for a reason. Each step is a step of hope, faith, conviction and love,” said Gina Lopez of the organizing ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.

Lopez is hoping to draw 20,000 participants in the 3K, 5K and 10K side events, the full marathon of 42 kms and a relay of 20 persons with each runner covering two kilometers all the way to the finish."...

KENNY'S URBANITE RUN

August 11, 2009 @ Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Phils.

CEBUANO RUNNERS RULE BOHOL

Cebuano runners rule Bohol Milo qualifier The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "TAGBILARAN CITY , Philippines – Cebuano bets topped the 21K elimination race of the 33rd National MILO Marathon on Sunday in an out-and-back course near the Island City Mall here in Bohol.

Two-time leg winner John Philip Duenas of Carmen and first time champion Doris Nudalo of Mandaue City outpaced a lean field of runners to each pocket the P10,000 prize for first place and bring home the MILO Marathon glass trophy."...

ARMSTRONG'S IMPACT ON US CYCLING

Armstrong’s Impact on U.S. Cycling - Question - NYTimes.com: "Q. Can you quantify the impact of Armstrong on cycling in the United States?

A. From our perspective, Lance has absolutely put the sport of cycling on the radar screen of a lot of young potential cyclists. He legitimized the sport. He demonstrated to an American audience that you can be an international hero, earn a seven-plus-figure salary, have the endorsements, do all the things that American sports heroes are known for"...

VEGGIES MAKE YOU RUN FAST

Vegetable grower picks up Milo win in the rain The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "BAGUIO, Philippines – Jerry Lindawan showed his peers he is Baguio’s king of the hill as he won yesterday’s Baguio leg of the 33rd National Milo Marathon elimination with consummate ease at Burnham Park."...

METROSPORTS RUN SERIES

Delposo tops MetroSports fun run series Sun.Star Network Online: "The Fun Run, which was held for four straight weekends starting last July 19, was held to raise funds for the Cebu City Street Children Foundation under the care of Cebu City first lady Margot Osmeña.

After the fun run series, Bernardo told Sun.Star Cebu that they are now finalizing the details for another event in September, which is a running contest for groups."...

NY MARATHON

CHICKEN NIGHT RUN

Kenny’s Open run Aug. 15 Manila Bulletin: "Around 3,000 runners are expected to sign up for the Kenny’s Open 2009 Urbanite Run set Aug. 15 in Bonifacio Global City, The Fort in Taguig City.

Living up to its commitment to promote fit and active lifestyle, Kenny Rogers is staging the event in a distinct fashion as the marathon will be held at night starting at 7 p.m"...

ROCK N RUN

First Rock N' Run set August 16 The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines - Music and running will be mixed together with the staging of the first Rock N’ Run on August 16 at the Cebu International Convention Center (CICC) in Mandaue City.

Over 2,000 fitness buffs are expected to see action in the event. An aerobics exercise will be done to warm up and cool down the participants. Cebu’s popular Stagecrew band will also perform to energize the participants prior to the race proper."...

UST RUNNERS RULE MAKILING RUN

UST runners, Los Baños bet rule Makiling run The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "LOS BANOS, Laguna, Philippines – Three University of Sto. Tomas students and a Los Baños sports enthusiast ruled the “Makiling Run for Nature and Fitness” held here recently.

The two-stage race was organized by the UP Los Baños-base Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization-Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEAMEO-SEARCA) and Makiling Campus Runners (MAC)."...

HE QUIT HIS JOB TO RUN

Belmonte posts 5th straight Milo leg win The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "TACLOBAN CITY , Philippines -- Dionesio Belmonte of Ormoc City captured his fifth straight leg championship last Sunday in the 33rd National Milo Marathon here at the Leyte Sports Complex.

Belmonte, who recently resigned from work to concentrate on his training for last Sunday’s event, finished the men’s 21K race in one hour 15 minutes and 16 seconds to qualify in the national finals slated on Oct. 11 in Metro Manila. He finished 14th place overall in the grand finals last year and vows to do better in October."...

YELLOW JERSEY FOR CORY

Yellow jersey for Cory: "AT least 200 cyclists donning symbolic yellow jerseys will ride their bikes as they pay their last respects when the remains of the late former President Corazon Aquino are laid to rest on Wednesday at the Manila Memorial Park in Parañaque City.

The yellow jerseys would have the words “Salamat Pangulong Cory” printed on the front.

The yellow jersey, in cycling parlance, is symbolic of the overall leadership in multistage races. It is the most coveted jersey in all of the cycling world."...

CALDERON TOPS CYCLING TRY-OUT

GMANews.TV - Calderon tops cycling tryout - Sports - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine News: "Former national riders, led by Padyak Pinoy 2009 champion Joel Calderon, dominated the third leg of the National Cycling Tryouts over the weekend in Tanay, Rizal."...

THE LAW OF ATTRACTION

"SLEEPLESS" AGENT TOPS METROSPORTS RUN

‘Sleepless’ call center agent tops Metrosports Run Sun.Star Network Online: "PAUL JAMES Zafico got off work at 3 a.m. yesterday, took a brief rest, and won the penultimate 5K Fun Run For A Cause three hours later with a blistering 19-minute run from Metrosports Center in Lahug to Crown Regency Hotel and Towers on Osmeña Blvd.

Zafico, a call center agent with People Support, won an overnight stay in Boracay for his feat."

LOONEY TUNES KIDDIE RUN

Looney Tunes run on at Alabang Hills The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "Staged to promote a healthy and active lifestyle among kids aged 4-12 years old and their parents, the event is a Warner Bros. project and supported by Alaska, Timex watches, Nestle Ice Cream, PT Kino, Sterling, JC Lucas, and Advance notebooks.

Meanwhile, the kiddie fun run will go to Southville International School at 1281 Tropical Avenue corner Lacson Road St. BF Homes International, Las Piñas City on Aug. 3, 4-5 p.m. while the Reedley International School along E. Rodriguez St. Jr. Avenue Ugong Norte in Quezon City will host the final leg on Aug. 7 from 1-3 p.m.

Capping the seven-week fun run is a running festival on Aug. 30 at the SM Mall of Asia featuring 3K and 5K runs with 3-on-3 basketball competitions slated in the afternoon."

NEW BALANCE RUN

New Balance stages fund-raising fun run The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines - New Balance will hold a fund-raiser for cancer patients as it stages the New Balance Power Run Raising Hope on Sept. 27 at the Fort Bonifacio Global City in Taguig.

Proceeds of the event, also held to generate awareness on cancer prevention, will go to the Carewell or Cancer Resource and Wellness Community, Philippine Cancer Society and ICanServe Foundations, groups which help cancer victims and educate people on how to deal and prevent the disease."...

MINDANAO RACERS DOMINATE LAPU-LAPU RUN

Bartolo wins Lapu-Lapu run Sun.Star Network Online: "WITH the way things are going, organizers of running events might just as well hand out the prizes early to Elmer Bartolo, Mary Grace delos Santos and Madelyn Carter.

The three runners did what was expected from them and dominated the Great Lapu-Lapu Run that started and ended at the newly-built Hoopsdome in Gun-ob yesterday."...

CONTADOR WINS TdF; LANCE 3rd

Contador seals Tour title; Lance third The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "Armstrong succeeded in holding off the two challengers nipping at his heels for third: Bradley Wiggins of Britain began the stage 15 seconds behind the Texan, and Frank Schleck of Luxembourg trailed him by 38.

Armstrong said the start of the ride to Mont Ventoux was “a little aggressive.”

“It was kind of simple, following Wiggins and following Frank Schleck,” Armstrong said. “And I had the legs for that.”"

CEBUANO CYCLIST EARNS SLOT IN RP TEAM

Another Cebu cyclist earns slot in RP team The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines – Another Cebuano cyclist in John Rene Mier made it to the national team. His might will be tested soon as he was named as one of the country’s representatives to the 16th Asian Junior Cycling Championships in Indonesia on August 15 to 20.

Mier earned a slot into the RP Juniors on account of his impressive performance in the team’s final try out last week in Manila.

Mier, a student of Punta Princesa Night High School, is the son of Cebu Sports Hall of Famer Renato Mier, a bronze medalist in the 1982 Asian Games in New Delhi, India.

Interestingly, two other members of the RP junior squad are also sons of former top cyclists namely Candido Quirimit Jr. and George Oconer.
Quirimit Jr. is actually Cebuano at heart as his mother hails from Cebu City. – Caecent No-ot Magsumbol (THE FREEMAN)"

FIT MEANS MORE FUN

Fit means more fun The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "Milestones: Belated birthday greetings to one of my dearest friends for many years now, Annalee Duran-Flores, who turned a year older yesterday. The same goes to my classmates Dennis Pastor and Redempta Enriquez and to my fellow Cebu Squad member Ann Andres Arribas.

Today’s greetings go to Jonathan ‘Maxi’ Maximo and Dexter Bongo.

More power to all of you!"

LAGUNA ALL-TERRAIN RACE

Laguna all-terrain race fires off Sunday - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "MANILA, Philippines - A forest trail in a 15-kilometer course that has never been opened before to the public awaits runners and bikers in Sunday's 4th Men’s Health All-Terrain race at Sta. Elena in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Trail race participants will compete in the 5km, 10km, and 15km categories, while those competing in the bike race must complete a maximum of three laps."...

KAPAMILYA RUN

Sibayan, Delos Santos top 10k open - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "On the other hand, Mischelle Gilbuena and Joel Delposo ruled the 5k women and men’s open, respectively

Gilbuena ruled the women’s 5k open after clocking 20:55 followed by Vlessica Jagna (21:27.0.0) and Haziel Retavale (21:50.0).

The men’s open was won by Delposo, who finished with a time of 16:40. Jess Gonzaga trailed closely with a time of 16:54 while Miljone Luterte clocked 17:18 to settle for third.

In the 3k boys 12-under, Prince Joey Lee clocked 12:04 to emerge victorious while Marlon Beboso timed 12:37 to finish second. Rozel Ardiente secured the third spot with a time of 13:04.0.

In the 3k girls 12-under, Diongson sisters secured the top two spot with Crizel taking the lead after clocking 13:38 while Clarisse finishing second with 13:47. Love Fe Andrin took the third spot with a time of 14:12."...

LOONEY TUNES FUN RUN

Looney Tunes fun runs kick off The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "MANILA, Philippines – Looney Tunes Active!, a Warner Bros. project aimed at promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among children aged 4-12 through a series of fun run events in various schools, fires off today at the Miriam Grade School grounds in Katipunan Ave., Quezon City.

The kick off leg of the series spread over eight premier schools in the metropolis will be held from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by the popular cartoon from Warner Bros., the event is designed to encourage not only the children but also their parents to get involved in sports and fitness activities and staying healthy while having fun."...

RUN FOR SIGHT SERIES

by Rommel Manlosa, Staff Writer

Mike Limpag, Sports Editor

Sunday to see Run for Sight marathon Sun.Star Network Online: "The run will start at 6 a.m., while the registration is slated at 5 a.m. at the CDU foodcourt. Registration fee is P50.

At the end of the year, a Runner of the Year award will be given to the top 10 male and female runners.

At stake for the award are colored TV sets, DVD players and large specially engraved RFS eye-shaped medals."...

2010 TOUR QUALIFIER GETS GOING

2010 Tour qualifier gets going - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "The country’s top LPG distributor will also hold executive races for beginners and those classified to race in categories A and B (massed start and team time trials) today, apart from the regular elite and junior competitions.

The LPGMA has also committed to train four riders for possible stints in next year’s Tour de France as part of the Liquigaz team.

Ty said cyclists Jeffrey Monton, Jackie Lloyd Berjamie, Nico Barreto and Michael Ochoa will be tested in three local races to be organized by LPGMA within the year. The top three riders will then be sent to Italy to join the Liquigas training camp in January."

RUN FOR FREEDOM

by Caecent Noot Magsumbol, Staff Writer

Manny Villaruel, Sports Editor

Delos Santos remains unbeaten The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "Cebuano runners came back to take the men’s and women’s title in the 5K race.

Milijunte Luterte took the challenge of the Delposo Brothers Joel and Eugene and came in the winner in 16:31.58. Joel has to settle for second with a time of 16:41.34 while Eugene came in third in 16:46.26.

Miscelle Gilbuena took the women’s title with a clocking of 21:06.62. Second was Hazel Retavele (22:15.15) while Rose Baylon (22:53.96) came in third."...

SURBAN TOPS MTB IN RUN BIKE FOR FREEDOM

by Caecent Noot Magsumbol, Staff Writer

Manny Villaruel, Sports Ed

Surban tops mountainbike event in Run and Bike tilt The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "Some gutsy riders tried to block Surban’s way until the last four laps of the 10-lap race when he eventually pulled away from the pack.

Surban never looked back from there to win the race in 22 minutes and 35.83 seconds.

In the executive class, Oman Suplig got the top spot with the time of 10:31.31. Wilmar Andrino wound up second in 10:46.39 followed by Dave Manigo in 10:53.01.

Franklin Nolasco topped the beginners category in 13:05.08 followed by Bryan Luzano in 13:15.69. Pepito Fajardo was third with the time of 13:22.87.

RUNNING & SAVORING THE BOSTON MARATHON

Running and savoring the Boston Marathon - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "KNOWN to break seasoned runners, the Boston Marathon (BM) has a daunting reputation as the oldest and most famous 26.2 miles in the sport.

Its significance is measurable by the number of press credentials issued (more than 1,500 from over 350 organizations) for a one-day event, second only to the Superbowl.

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To enter, one must meet a qualifying time. You will find yourself running alongside weekend warriors—most probably former college track stars, Navy seals, Iron Man age-group champions, college, state and national contenders from the world over, Olympic hopefuls and, if you’re lucky, some of the world’s running legends."...

ALL SET FOR STC RUN

by Caecent Noot-Magsumbol, Staff Writer

Manny Villaruel, Sports Editor

All set for STC Run The Freeman >> The Freeman Sections >> Cebu Sports: "CEBU, Philippines – Everything is already in place for the Move with AIR (Awareness, Involvement and Responsibility)also known as the St.Theresa’s College Run on July 19 starting at the STC grounds along General Maxilom Avenue, this city.

STC, a school not only well known for providing high quality education but also for its community outreach activities, takes another way to communicate and have its message reached across in as many people possible through running."...

MIZUNO INFINITY RUN - RACE RESULTS

Buenavista, Tolentino shine in Mizuno Infinity Run The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "The top three winners in the side event 10k were Elmer Sabal (33:02), Darwin Lim (33:07) and Bernardo Desamito, Jr (33:33) while winers in the women’s side were Janette Lumidao (43:00), Hazel Madamba (44:10) and Rowena Francisco (50:15). They pocketed P3,000, P2,000 and P1,000, respectively, including medals.

Christopher Ulboc, Jr. (15:00), Nelbert Ducusin (15:59) and Benjamin Alejandrino, Jr. (16:02) took the the top three places in the 5k male and received P3,000, P1,500 and P500.

Winners in the women’s category were Nhea Ann Barcena (19:28), Michelle de Vera (21:35) and Jonie Mellinger (23:48)."

MAX ARMSTRONG

Lance Armstrong becomes a dad again - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "LOS ANGELES - Cycling star Lance Armstrong, a testicular cancer survivor and Tour de France champ on the comeback trail, is the father of a newborn son, People magazine reported Friday.

'Armstrong and girlfriend Anna Hansen welcomed a 7 lb., 5 oz, 20-inch-long baby boy named Max, the pro cyclist announced,' according to the magazine's online edition.

In a posting on his Twitter page Armstrong posted a picture with the caption 'Wassup, world? My name is Max Armstrong and I just arrived. My Mommy is healthy and so am I!'"

RUN ON THE STREETS FOR EDUCATION

Run on the streets for quality education - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "MANILA, Philippines - These Pinoy youth are still on the streets for a cause—but this time, instead of marching, they’re running.

Iamninoy, a groundbreaking campaign to celebrate idealism and selflessness, has organized a group of runners who will raise awareness and funds for the 57-75 Movement, a private-sector-led initiative to reverse the public-education crisis."...

ATHLETICS NEEDS NEW BLOOD

Athletics coach says sport needs new blood Manila Bulletin: "Philippine athletics is in dire need of young and tall athletes to be competitive in the Asian level, according to RP coach Jeoffrey Chua.

Chua said the size disparity was obvious during the crushing setbacks suffered by long-distance runner Julius Sermona and hurdler Sheena Atilano in the recent three-leg Asian Athletics Grand Prix in China and Hong Kong.

“Kailangan natin ng mga batang players. Dapat mag-concentrate tayo sa collegiate, para pag-graduate nila, pwede na sila sa elite team. 'Yung mga age na ganun 'yung perfect na i-train for the national team. I'm sure marami tayong potential players sa collegiate ngayon,” Chua said"...

WHY RUNNING APPEALS TO CEOs

Why running appeals to goal-driven CEOs - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "“Running is an efficient sport for a busy person. In thirty minutes with a pair of shoes, whenever you are, you can do it,” he said in an interview with INQUIRER.net

Sanez gladly recommends running as a sport for business executives like him. Not only does it improve health and fitness, it also has positive effects about one’s attitude towards life, he said.

“And especially for business people, it helps increase their commitment the goals they’ve set for themselves in and out of the office,” he said.

“Some of the business executives I know who are into running, after they have done five kilometers they would want to do a 25-kilometer (run) or progress to an even longer distance,” Sanez said.

“Business executives like challenge, and running is definitely fulfilling and provides them that challenge,” he said."...

ANNUAL BIKE, RUN FOR FREEDOM

Annual Bike, Run for Freedon set for June 12 - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "THE ANNUAL Bike and Run For Freedom 2009 will kick off this coming Independence Day, June 12 at the Sugbo area near the Cebu City Hall and Plaza Independencia grounds.

The main purpose of the event is to give Cebuano sports enthusiasts a venue to show their skill and stamina in cycling and running with different categories."...

MICROSOFT 8-MILE RACE

Nationals dominate Microsoft 8-mile race The Philippine Star >> News >> Sports: "Over 2,000 runners joined the race in spite of the rainy weather where all finishers were treated to a raffle for an HP Mini Note laptop, HTC Windows Mobile phone, and Microsoft Zune and other minor prizes.

Kids and their families who joined the race frolicked in the giant inflatable slides put up by Microsoft and partook of foods from various concessionaires in the Fort Bonifacio Global City.

Buenavista, 30, took the easy win in the men’s Open 12.87-km race in 43 minutes, 11 seconds to pocket the P8,000 top prize. Upcoming runner Darwin Lim placed second (45:21) and veteran Bernardo Desamito Jr. was third (45:27).

Martes, 29, topped the female division in 51:31 while multi-titled Ailene Tolentino (55:03) and triathlete Monica Torres (55:59) finished second and third."