Friday, April 12, 2013
This is the sixth in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.
Runner name: Kim Ching Age: 34 Profession: Market Researcher Marathon Experience: This is my third marathon, second Boston Marathon. Reason for Running: To raise funds for the Natick Education Foundation and to run with my sister, Karen Corburn. Charity: We need to each raise $4,000, so any support would be greatly appreciated! If you choose to donate online, please visit www.natickedfoundation.org and be sure that you type "Boston Marathon Runners" in the "Designation" box and type Kim Ching and/or Karen Corburn in the "Dedication or Gift" box. If you'd like to send a check, please make it out to the Natick Education Foundation and send to PO Box 2221, Natick, MA 01760. Thank you all and please spread the word! Training Tip: Hydration is …
Thursday, April 11, 2013
This is the fourth in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.
Name: Steven Gerrard Age: 47 Profession: Architect Marathon Experience: I have run seven marathons – two Boston: 2005 and 2008. Reason for Running: I am running Boston because it is an amazing experience- the history, the crowds, the participation in something so important to the City. Also, I live on the course (West Central Street), so running by my family and friends is a huge thrill. Training Tip: Start training a full year in advance of the race. Take your time, improve slowly, train consistently. Bib number: 2849
This is the fifth in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.
Name: Kat Whitten Age: 42 Profession: School Administrator Marathon Experience: This will be my 11th marathon and 3rd Boston. It's the first Boston I've qualified for, though. Reason for Running: Qualifying for Boston has been a goal of mine since college and there's nothing quite like running through Natick and getting the support of my friends and neighbors. I've been running competitively for almost 30 years, and it is an integral part of who I am. I feel happiest and most myself while out on a long run or while completing a speed workout on a track. Training tip: For me, consistency is the most important thing. If I know I'm setting an alarm to get up to run, it simply becomes routine. There's always a reason to talk yourself out of …
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
This is the third in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.
Name: Dave Zucker Age: 28 Profession: Attorney Marathon Experience: This will be my first ever marathon, and there is no better marathon to be your first than Boston! Reason for Running: I am running with the Melanoma Foundation of New England (MFNE) in memory of my grandfather, Irving Mande (Papa). Papa was diagnosed with melanoma long before I was born and immediately started exercising religiously and wearing wide-brim hats in the sun, practices that I never understood as a kid, without knowing the full story. If he were here to see me now, he would be so proud that I am running the marathon, and the cause I am running it for. Charity: MFNE supports research to combat melanoma, while also sponsoring advocacy programs to teach people …
Monday, April 8, 2013
This is the second in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.
Name: Natascia Armitage Age: 39 years old Profession: I am a key leader at lululemon athletica and I live in Natick (right at the the mile 10 mark) with my wonderful husband Dustin and our energetic pup Luna. I am originally from Italy but have been in Boston for over 12 years now. Marathon Experience and Reason for Running: This is going to be my third Boston Marathon in a row and fifth Marathon overall. I started to run three years ago and after my first race, the Great Bay Half Marathon, I remember hearing a runner talking about her longtime goal of qualifying for Boston and realized that this is considered by many to be the ultimate marathon achievement. To runners, it is the high holy ground. I love a challenge and it was in that …
Friday, April 5, 2013
This is the first in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.
Name: Jennifer Joyce Age: 38 Profession: Registered Nurse at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Marathon Experience: I ran NYC in 2006 and Boston in 2007 (before kids)! Reason for Running: I love to run, it has been many years since my last marathon and I am running in support of a great cause! Training Tip: All you need is motivation, dedication, a positive attitude and a good pair of sneakers! If I can do it, anyone can! Charity: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Healthy Champions Program. (Click here to learn more about the Healthy Champions Program and Jennifer's fundraising efforts). Bib Number: 23620
Friday, March 29, 2013
Natick Patch is looking for town residents running in the Boston Marathon to feature in runner profiles.
It's only weeks away. The 117th Boston Marathon will bring thousands of runners through the streets of the Boston area on Monday, April 15, 2013. Are you one of those runners? Natick Patch will be featuring profiles on town residents who are participating in this year's Boston Marathon. We're hoping to tell your neighbors and fellow runners about all the hard work you've done to get to this historic day. Interested in a Natick Patch runner profile? Email Editor Robert.Rosen@patch.com with the following information: We'll be featuring short profiles for as many runners as we can. The deadline for these runner profile submissions is Wednesday, April 10.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Here are the Natick runners participating in the Boston Marathon this year.
They run for all sorts of reasons: in memory of a loved one, to raise money for a cause ... and just to say, "I did it." The 117th annual Boston Marathon takes place on April 15 this year, taking runners through the course that threads from the Hopkinton starting line to Boston. As it states on the official website, "the Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's most prestigious road racing events. The Boston Athletic Association manages this American classic, which is sponsored by John Hancock Financial Services. The Boston Marathon has distinguished itself as the pinnacle event within the sport of road racing by virtue of its traditions, longevity and method of gaining entry into the race (via …
Thursday, March 21, 2013
64 college basketball teams will begin playing today with the goal of being crowned the National Champion on April 8.
The brackets are set, and the NCAA Tournament is upon us once again, as today the 64 remaining teams will begin competing over the next three weeks with their eyes set on standing atop the college basketball universe. As people across the country tune in to the second round (yes, we think calling it that is silly too) games tomorrow, and millions of them frantically check their brackets to see how well they're doing with their predictions, we know that people here in Natick will be doing the same thing. With that in mind, we decided to find out what some of Natick's basketball "experts" have predicted in this year's tournament. Tim Collins, Natick High School Athletic Director: By far the best sporting event of them all. I have Louisville …
Friday, March 1, 2013
Auditions will be held in Gillette Stadium's Dana Farber Field House. Registration begins at 10 a.m.
The New England Patriots cheerleaders will hold an open audition for the 2013 squad tomorrow. Women who are at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED are invited to audition. The auditions will take place in Gillette Stadium’s Dana Farber Field House. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Candidates will perform two designated routines and a freestyle combination. They will be judged on dance ability, showmanship, overall appearance and level of physical fitness. Judges will narrow the field to up to 65 participants to be invited back for final auditions on Saturday, March 16. For more information on the audition process can, click here. The 2013 Patriots Cheerleading Squad will be comprised of approximately 24-30 women. The…
Rosemary Driscoll
9:09 am on Friday, April 12, 2013
Kim, we so appreciate your hard work running to raise money for the Natick Education Foundation. Remember, if anyone out there wants to contribute, you can do so all the way through the month of May at www.natickedfoundation.org. Thanks again! Rosemary Driscoll more ›