2009 Ford's Colony Recap

I have a million things I would like to write about the Ford's Colony Race this past weekend, but am short on time and buried at work. Here are some highlights.

• Runners: Great turn out of runners at the event. We were really please to see a great mixture of locals, and people from out of town.
• Volunteers: What an outstanding group of volunteers! Scott and I get a lot of credit for the event, but the reason these events go as well as they do is the volunteers. We do not take for granted what you all do. When we tell you 10 different things, point you in a direction, and all you say is "Okay." That makes our life easy. I never have a doubt things will be done correctly. From packet stuffing, to cleaning up. . . we had a top notch staff!
• EMT: Special thanks to the EMT staff that was onsite and arranged by Josh. We were fortunate to not need them, but felt better having them there.
• Speed: WOW! We knew we had some quick runners going to the race, but the girls and guys were flying! It is safe to say that we have some impressive course records now.
• Results: The results are online now at the race website. There were some glitches where the last batch of 10k runners were not originally loaded. They are there now. We truly apologize for this confusion.
• Pictures: Several people took pictures of the race. Here is a link to Frank's set, and here is a link to Scott's. A few more are coming.
• RMEC: The RMEC did outstanding with about 18 members, spouses, and children taking home awards. John Batchelor placed 3rd overall in the 10k, and Kevin Boudreau took 2nd in the masters. In the 5k, Brian Lankford took 3rd overall. There were also countless PRs set.
• Weather: What a difference a year makes! We were blessed with some fantastic weather.
• Sponsors: Special thanks to our sponsors. Dental Care Center, Polley Clinic, Raleigh Running, Davenport Autopark, Steel Technology, Eagle Press, Nash OB-GYN, Westridge Subway, Kamlar, Chick-fil-A, and Landmark Financial Services.
• Ford's Colony: How many golf courses would allow 320 runners to literally take over their golf course for a morning? Please let them know how much you appreciate this by returning for golf, and telling friends.
• Saying Thank You: Take the time to say thank you to the Sponsors of the race. I am sincere in my request. When they hear from you, it helps them to realize the benefit of being a sponsor. Give them your business, and say thanks!

Not to get all sentimental, but this race is co-race directed. Scott Wingfield had his hand in everything that went on with this race. I know people remember me, because I was the guy with the microphone, but none of this would have happened without Scott.

Thanks again to everyone for making this event happen!