Unfortunately for us the Relay Chairs didn't announce the "Most Laps" awards this year because around noon people starting succumbing to heat and exhaustion, but the Chairs did recognize us and conceded that there was no doubt we won this contest.
There is absolutely no doubt in any one's mind that Brian Lankford put in the most individual laps and touched many hearts with his effort. Here's the exciting totals:
- Brian Lankford - 200 Laps
- Ashley Bass - 108
- Frank Lilley - 88
- Scott Wingfield - 88
- Michael Forrester - 70
- Derek Hurdle - 67
- John Batchelor - 66
- Steve Cooper - 60
- Eric Pate - 44
- Tracy Proctor - 40
- Jon Shingleton - 35
- Amber Poole - 32
- Laura Haynes - 20
- Russ Hinesley - 20
- Ursula Forrester - 20
- Arthur Bennett - 16
- Kinnie Pruden - 16
- Kelly Allen - 15
- Robin Johnson - 15
- Steve Pate - 9
- Brad Weisner - 5
- Elaine Weisner - 5
- Caroline Forrester - 2.5
As a team we piled up a total of 1042 laps which converts to 260.4 Miles !!!
That is absolutely incredible. When we started this thing I had no idea the amount of support and participation we would receive. Thank you to all who took time away from your hectic schedules to participate and provide support to this event. I went to sleep last night totally exhausted and totally uplifted at the same time.
Michael's Note: Although Eric will not take any credit, he deserves a tremendous thank you for all he did for the Relay for Life. He has put in countless hours for the Relay. . . not just this past weekend, but over the last three months. He was responsible for all of the accounting, and still found the time to raise money himself, and log 11 miles on the track. When everyone else was packing up and heading home, Eric was counting dollar bills up until the last possible minute. This years Relay for Life was one the most successful ever held in Rocky Mount, and Eric played a key roll in the success.
Brian, That was an amazing journey of running toughness. I was proud to run with you. Ashley
ReplyDeleteEric did all that while being busy in some many other areas of life.
ReplyDeleteYou rock Eric... bring on the rest (oh yea... after you finish your race).
Thanks for all you do and who you are.
KB
Eric-
ReplyDeleteWhat KB said. You are the man.
Thanks Eric for everything. You made it a great team to be a part of.
ReplyDeleteBrian, you touched so many people...my teenage son was out there all night and was in awe of you and your support group running all night. He is still talking about it.
Robin J.
Any idea what our total team donations were?
ReplyDeleteI know the dollar total from the online donations, but I'm sure there were cash/check donations as well.
It truly is amazing to think how many miles were logged by all. What Brian did is beyond words. And Ashley -- you covered a marathon distance! Not to mention those who ran in the 20 mile range. Those are long and tough distances to cover. I'm so proud of this group. It's an honor to be a part of it.
ReplyDeleteOh, and next year -- I'll take one of the night shifts, when the track is a little clearer. Thank you Laura for covering the distance with me. It was a great experience -- even with a very crowded track.
Thanks Eric, Brian, and everyone. It was a pleasure to be a part of.
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