PCVRC Member Meeting (New)!
We have reserved the meeting room at Newark Library for Wednesday, May 15th, 6:30- 8:00 for a new benefit for members – a running meeting! Dr. Ray Feehery (well-known podiatrist, New Castle Associates in Podiatry) and Jamie Graham (owner/manager of New Balance, Certified Pedorthist) will there to talk about running footwear and transitioning to barefoot/minimalist running. Jamie will be on hand to offer shoe advice. This is a chance to meet other members and learn about this important topic – should you be trying this? What experiences have others had? What should you watch out for?
Space is limited, so we request RSVP’s. Club members can send them to Paula Jermyn at
The Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame Announces the Class of 2013 Inductees
The annual gala induction banquet will be held on Wednesday, May 15th at the Chase Center on the Wilmington Riverfront. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for a social hour with the dinner beginning at 6:45 p.m.
To purchase banquet tickets to this grand night celebrating the best in Delaware sports, e-mail Sue Holloway at or call 302-992-0550
Banquet tickets are $60 each. Tables for 10 are available. Checks payable to: “DSMHOF” can be mailed to: Sue Holloway, 3 Blackberry Lane, Wilmington, DE 19807. Tickets may be purchased using Visa or MasterCard by calling Sue Holloway at 302-992-0550
Couch to 5K program
PCVRC, in collaboration with New Balance, is offering a Couch 2 5k program to members and non-members (so tell your family and friends)! Whether your goal is to walk or run a 5k, we have the group for you.
For those interested in running a 5k, come meet with the group on Mondays starting May 6th at the Newark Reservoir. The contact people for this group are Paula Jermyn and Darlise DiMatteo. If walking a 5k is your goal, that group will meet on Thursdays at Delcastle Recreation area starting May 9th. The contact person for this group is Jamie Graham. Both groups will meet at 6pm. Get in touch at or get more information at http://www.pcvrc.com/5k.php
Delaware Marathon
Save the dates for the Delaware Marathon weekend (May 11th and 12th). PCVRC is going to have a table at the expo where we will promote the club and its activities including the new Couch to 5K (C25K) program. We are planning to have some of the new PCVRC gear at the table too. Anyone interested in helping out at the table should contact Claire () for details. As always, volunteers for all aspects of the races are needed. There will be several club members helping out with registration/packet pick-up. We had a lot of fun doing this last year and we intend to again this year so come join us!
…and Delaware Marathon Course Marshals (new!)
If not running or volunteering at the finish, please contact Ray if you can help along the course for any period between 7:15am and 12:15pm on May 12th. You’ll be making a difference, since it’s difficult to man so many street corners. Keep friends and visitors safe! Contact Ray at or 302-633-1482.
Notable news and reviews…
Race Results, Reviews and accomplishments: We publish what gets sent, so please let us know.
Boston Marathon – Dirk Sweigart
This year, Sheri and I decided with some reservations to take the “Doug White” bus to Boston. It’s was Doug’s 40th (and last) Boston and turned out to be a real pleasure. We “rubbed shoulders” with both first-timers and seasoned vets, all who joined to make Doug’s last Boston very memorable. The weather was perfect and the bus put us right at the start (and was right there at the end). The crowds were amazing as usual. Of course, moments of triumph turned to tears as the tragedy unfolded at the race finish. Many of us were away from the explosions and heard them. A few of our runners were close to where it happened and a couple more, including Doug, got diverted at the finish line. It was a sad end to what was otherwise a fine day for running in a city that supports their event second to none.
Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k, Richmond VA
Member Nancy Fleming ran the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k in Richmond VA (named one of the country’s top ten running races by USA Today) as part of her training with a B + team for the upcoming Delaware half marathon. She says “I took along megaphone Dan [Weintraub] who helped cheer me on to a PB in this 10k race! It was patriotic & fun!”
USATF news
The second USATF Off-Road race of the season was held at the Tyler Arboretum on Saturday, April 6. This race continues to present logistical challenges due to its popularity, and small field size. Once again it sold out a month prior to race day. Thanks to Rich for hand delivering the balance of our team entries to the race director’s home in Media – we fielded a full squad.
A cool morning greeted the PCVRC team to the grounds of the Arboretum with pleasant race conditions for the 10k on the wooded grounds of the arboretum. Led by a strong effort from Josh Loren, 3rd overall, and complemented by strong performances from new club members Dave Wiechecki and Paul Randolph, the team made up some ground in the season standings.
The team scoring would not be complete without the ladies and once again we were fortunate to have a strong contingent of women in the race. Carol Giampietro and Andrea Rubinoff rounded out the scoring for the club. Carol turned an outstanding AG using the 10k as her “Boston tune-up” and Andrea recovered from her spill on the Chilly Cheeks and showed no fear during the multiple stream crossings.
I am happy to report that the team came home with no injuries or bruises! Of course the trail did have its casualties as fellow competitor Chuck Shields from Greater Philly sustained a significant fall and came home looking like a prize fighter. (Those who know him can check out his FB page for the pictures.)
The next off-road race of the season is Saturday, April 27. The Triple Crown 10k is held on the grounds of White Clay Creek State Park in Newark. Come out and support the team on our home turf.