Strider functions rock. Big shout-outs to Ryan and Stacy Stepler. Together they unselfishly devote their time, so that others can have fun. Of course, there are others behind the scene that help. Thanks: Steeve, Barb, Stacy, Ryan, Disco, Pony, John, the Strider Board, and Strider committee members!
Erin and I had a lot of fun last night at Carmello's. I love Italian food! There were door prizes-o-plenty. I didn't win anything, but some of those gifts were sweet! The big winner was an HPD representative. Barb presented a $15,000 check to Assist the Officer. It's humbling to be a part of a club that can make those kind of donations.
Steeeve recognized all kinds of Striders; board members, committee chairs, volunteers, Strideline writers and more. Speaking of Stridelines... did you hear that our little newsletter is going to nationals? Word came yesterday that we won the RRCA mid-size club, South region. Way to go Strideline writers, contributors, editors, photographers, and others!
Now, for the waaay cool news. I was honored with an award: 2006 Male Newcomer of the Year. As I told Steeve, I was shocked. With the club's recent growth, there was no lack of possible nominations. I'm not too sure of the criteria, but who cares, I WON! The other winners are listed below. If I heard Steeve correctly, we'll receive an extension to our HARRA membership.
Female newcomer: Hillary Gerhart
Most improved male: Steve Bezner and Chip Maxa
Most improved female: Jennie Minkin
Male runner of the year: Fred Miller
Female runner of the year: Jody Berry
Male master runner of the year: Ruben Coryat
Female master runner of the year: Julie Ruthledge, "You the chick"!
Volunteers of the year: Jessica, Megan, Barry, Pony, Peter, and Holly
RRCA volunteer certificates: Lee, Pam, and Lisa
There was so much more that went on last night. Too much to mention. If you want more details, join the Houston Striders and experience the fun for yourself!
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Here! Here! Couldn't agree more. FANTASTIC job by Stacy and Ryan and much congratulations to all the honorees and volunteers that work so hard to make the Striders, well, the Striders.
Well deserved on the Newcomer of the year. I didn't even know you WERE a newcomer. Thanks for your passion and your inspiration to me and many others. Look forward to the day when I can do some 10 minute miles with ya.
Vic
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