by Sarah H | Apr 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
September 21-22, 2019 | 8am-5pmHy-Vee Arena, 1800 Genessee Street, Kansas City, MO 64102Limited Class Size – Get Registered ASAP! This is the ONLY RRCA Coach Certification Class in Kansas City this year so get registered ASAP so you don’t miss...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s April and must be getting warmer here in Kansas City! The KC Running Club, with the help of our wonderful Raul Flores, has turned on the drinking fountain! Located on the northeast corner, right off of the Trolley Trail at 79th and Brookside...
by Sarah H | Mar 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
by Sarah H | Feb 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
Meet Walter Clark Below is my story of how I find myself training for my 2nd Boston Marathon. I didn’t grow up running and I didn’t run in high school or college. Running, for me, started as something to get in better shape during my senior year in...
by Tiffiney Baumgarden | Sep 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
To the outside world, running seems like a solitary sport. However, most runners will tell you that there’s a tribe with them training, pushing, and supporting. At least, that’s what you get when you’re a member of The Kansas City Track Club community. A BRIEF HISTORY...
by Sally Sisavath | Mar 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
Join KCTC and Coaches Steve & Sean for another race training season of Intervals & Track Workouts. Workouts are free to all KCTC Members. Kansas with Coach Steve: When: Wednesdays, beginning March 7, 2018 — 6:00pm Where: Shawnee Mission East High School...
by Sally Sisavath | Jan 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
7433 Broadway St. KC MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 Oh boy, we get to return to one of our favorite places tonight! Come meet us in front of Waldo pizza to do our run on the Trolley Trail, and then we return to grab this wonderful pizza.
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
6229 Brookside Blvd Kansas City, MO 64113 (816) 444-5041 January 10th will be a great time to come to Brookside to enjoy a bit of Italy after our run. The run will be good in any weather because it is followed by some fantastic Italian...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
4937 Wells Drive, Roeland Park, KS 66205, (913) 236-5149 This is going to be a very special WNR tonight. Trudy is hosting her final WNR tonight. When you return to Trudy’s from your run you will get a bit of a celebration of the many years that Trudy has hosted. Be...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
Come join us and kick off the New Year, the right way! The Athletic Club of Overland Park will be hosting us again this year to keep us warm before and after the run! Come out and run 0 to 10 miles on the trail headed west from the club. Run kicks off at 10AM. No Fee,...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
3810 W. 74th St. Prairie Village, KS (913) 707-4147 Yes! Get over to the Lappins’ home tonight for a fun holiday season run. This is a great opportunity to keep our running going while we continue our holiday celebrating.
by Sally Sisavath | Nov 30, 2017 | Uncategorized
9709 Shepherds Drive Kansas City, MO 64131 (816) 522-3961 Lisa and David are hosting us for another December WNR at their home. Come enjoy the fun atmosphere at the Holimans’ home as we brag to each other about our wonderful runs as we munch on the great...
by Sally Sisavath | Nov 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
I want to start off with thanking everyone for another wonderful year of the Race KC Series. As this year’s series comes to an amazing end with our upcoming Chili Run on December 9th, I wanted to give a quick update. The final results will be posted after...
by Sally Sisavath | Nov 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
2225 W 74th St Prairie Village, KS 66208 (816) 721-2827 Tonight Mel has a Christmas light run planned for us. We come to her new home with toys or gift cards for needy children. This will be a very special WNR. Here is the description: Once again it’s time for our...
by Sally Sisavath | Nov 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
4402 W. 63rd Terr. Prairie Village, KS 66208 (913) 558-6924 Tonight we will treat our feet to the streets of Perfect Village and then return for some good food and great company. Tonight we will also be remembering our running friend, Jack Boyer, whom we lost 20 years...
by Sally Sisavath | Nov 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
5060 Oak St Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 531-1151 We will meet up at one of our fun places tonight. The Trolley Trail and the Plaza lights are both calling to us. Can’t beat that! Let’s answer the call.
by Sally Sisavath | Nov 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
7236 Belleview Ave Kansas City MO 64114 (816) 523-0221 This is Thanksgiving Eve!!!! Rich and Misty will be treating us to their wonderful world of holiday food and amazing surroundings. Bring a side dish to go with this holiday meal.
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
128 West 63rd Street KC, MO 816-333-4355 Here we are at another one of our Brookside spots tonight. We will enjoy the Michael Forbes food after our Trolley Trail run. Don’t miss the fun!
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Ward Parkway Shopping Center 8900 Ward Pkwy Kansas City, MO 64114 Phone: 816-.363-4800 Come enjoy the fun at the Ward Parkway Gribbles store! They treat us great here. Bring a yummy to go with their main dish. We will get to have our feast surrounded by the latest...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
6229 Brookside Blvd Kansas City, MO 64113 (816) 444-5041 Get on over to Italy tonight. It is not as far away as you may think. Let’s get in a good workout along the Trolley Trail so we can eat all we want at Bella Napoli afterward.
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Novoveskys (Dan, Denoya, and kiddoes) 8615 Marty Overland Park, KS (2 blocks west of 87th and Metcalf) (913) 381-9358 Now, head for the magical location in Overland Park tonight for the wonderful running celebration that the Novoveskys treat us to. We do run, but...
by Sally Sisavath | Sep 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
800 Huntington Kansas City, MO 64113 (corner of 60th and Summit) mtejde@gmail.com (816) 536-6545 Tonight we get to go to the home of the queen of WNR. Mary and Doug do such a tremendous job of feeding us and entertaining us in their wonderful home in this great...
by Nancy English | Sep 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
108 W. 123rd Terrace Kansas City, MO 64145 (816) 588-3647 We get to return to Ann’s fun home with the triple decks for us to lounge on as we eat our apres run meal. Come prepared for whatever temperatures might be going on as the evening progresses. We will get to...
by Sally Sisavath | Sep 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
7433 Broadway St. KC MO 64114 (816)363-5242 Get out there on the Trolley Trail to run run run before we eat eat eat at this yummy establishment tonight.
by Sally Sisavath | Sep 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
4456 Pennsylvania Ave. Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 947-8649 We get to return to the lovely streets north of the Country Club Plaza tonight to enjoy the run and the fun at Dan’s WNR. It will be fun to get caught up with all that Dan has been involved in lately....
by Sally Sisavath | Sep 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
9421 Mission Road Leawood, Kansas 66206 (913) 383-3667 Oh boy, oh boy!!! We go to the Foo’s in the Ranchmart Shopping Center tonight. Are you salivating already? This is a true treat after our run in the neighborhood to get the wonderful main dish that our hero,...
by Sally Sisavath | Sep 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
5060 Oak St Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 531-1151 Come to the Pizza 51 just south of the Plaza tonight. We will make quick work of the run south on the Trolley Trail. Then we will have a wonderful experience with these pizzas.
by Sally Sisavath | Aug 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
Loose Park Pavilion 51st and Wornall Road KC, MO Oh, boy, this is our annual WNR celebration! Make sure your join us at the Loose Park Pavilion tonight for the wonderful pizza and great side dishes from our participants. We get to have a fun scavenger hunt on our run,...
by Sally Sisavath | Aug 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Carolyn and Brian Purcell 9627 Summit Street KCMO 64114 (816) 398-5607 Earlier, Margaret and David Stockdale had planned to be our hosts tonight. However, Margaret had to cancel their hosting for tonight in order to be available to help her mother. Carolyn, Brian and...
by Sally Sisavath | Aug 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
412 Delaware St. KC MO 64105 This is a WNR to remember! We get to run along a very special route tonight, which showcases some entertaining historic spots in this area of Kansas City. When you arrive at Il Lazzarone Pizzaria to start your run, we will get a quick...
by Sally Sisavath | Aug 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
7433 Broadway St. KC MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 This is a night to follow your noses. We know the smell here, and they know us. Don’t miss joining the table where the fun is tonight.
by Sally Sisavath | Aug 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
6324 Brookside Plaza KC MO (816) 621-3424 Look for the BIG red door on the west side of Brookside Plaza tonight. The trolley track is waiting for us behind the restaurant. After our run, the Red Door will be ready to show us some good food and a good...
by Sally Sisavath | Jul 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
www.run816.com 304 Westport Road Kansas City, MO 64111 816-569-0106 Hooray! We will be at this special location just east of the Westport area tonight. Nick and Tracy always show us a fun evening of running in wonderful surroundings. Then we get to eat in wonderful...
by Nancy English | Jul 18, 2017 | Group Runs, Uncategorized
7 am, Saturdays, July 29 ~ October 21, 2017 Saturdays starting July 29th through October 21st (we’ll help you get ready for the Kansas City Marathon – Half or any other fall race you’re training for!), KCTC Half Marathon Training group meets at 55th...
by Sally Sisavath | Jul 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
4402 W. 63rd Terr. Prairie Village, KS 66208 The streets of Perfect Village are looking forward to the wonderful WNR feet to come run along them. Don’t let them down. Make sure you join us for WNR tonight to make those streets smile.
by Sally Sisavath | Jun 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
6229 Brookside Blvd Kansas City, MO 64113 (816) 444-5041 Vi unirete a noi in Italia stasera? Oh, we hope you will! Your presence will make our visit to Italy in Brookside even more fun. Now, don’t forget your running shoes for the Trolley...
by Sally Sisavath | Jun 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
128 West 63rd Street KC, MO 816-333-4355 The corner of 63rd Street and Brookside Plz is our destination tonight. As destinations go, you can’t get much better than this. First we drive to this destination. Then we run to it. That will allow us to really enjoy the...
by Sally Sisavath | Jun 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
7433 Broadway St Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 Follow your nose to Waldo Pizza to meet up with your friends. We will have our table of fun after our run.
by Sally Sisavath | May 25, 2017 | Uncategorized
Kansas City Bier Company 310 W 79th St Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 214-8691 This is a BIG celebration that you won’t want to miss. We get a dollar off the beer and will be treated to pizza and salad. Bring a little something to add to the fare and MAKE IT A SPECIAL...
by Sally Sisavath | May 25, 2017 | Uncategorized
4910 W. 67th Street Prairie Village, KS (913) 449-9091 Come enjoy Sue’s new home in PV! Her new place is just a short distance west of Roe Blvd on the north side of 67th Street. She has some great streets for running in her new neighborhood. Also, we will get to enjoy...
by Sally Sisavath | May 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Heartland Racewalkers Leawood City Park main shelter house At the south end of Lee Boulevard The Indian Creek Trail is a wonderful place for our run tonight. But, the big event will be the wonderful food that we will get to enjoy with the company of both WNR runners...
by Sally Sisavath | May 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Novoveskys (Dan, Denoya, and kiddoes) 8615 Marty Overland Park, KS (2 blocks west of 87th and Metcalf) (913) 381-9358 Tonight we get to run the friendly streets west of Metcalf and then settle down for the magic of the Novovesky’s kitchen and entertainment...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Barb and Ken Bridges 6931 Charlotte Shawnee, KS (913) 226-6474 or (913) 226-6712 We find our fun tonight at the Bridges’ home, where we can hear all about their latest travels and other fun activities while we enjoy their wonderful food and home. Oh yes, we will run...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Janet and Steve Porter 12302 Mohawk Lane Leawood, KS 66209 (573) 289-0816 Wow! This is for real! We get to party at the Porters’ again tonight. Janet and Steve treat us so well, it is exciting to get to return to their home. The run route is fun and then the food and...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Cinco de Mayo at the McCamy’s home Ryan, Lisa, Grace, and Zoe McCamy 5215 West 64th St. Prairie Village, KS 66208 (913) 362-8840 Celebration! Don’t miss this chance for a Midwestern celebration of this fun holiday. Whatever the holiday is, the McCamys are a fun family...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Bella Napoli 6229 Brookside Blvd Kansas City, MO 64113 (816) 444-5041 Oh yes, Italy is waiting for us tonight, right there in Brookside. Who needs to by a plane ticket when we can take a short drive to Italy and then get our scenic run in from there. My mouth is...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Granfalloon Restaurant and Bar Country Club Plaza 608 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 753-7850 Come to this new spot for us tonight to run up to and around Loose Park and back. You can add more miles by heading on down to the Trolley Trail or around the...
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 Waldo Pizza is calling our names tonight. We will be careful not to drool during our run. Can’t wait to party around those wonderful pizzas.
by Sally Sisavath | Apr 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Michael Forbes Grill 128 West 63rd Street KC, MO (816) 333-4355 Michael Forbes will be ready for us tonight to eat big and celebrate our wonderful run. They know that we celebrate in crazy ways sometimes, and they are fine with it. See you...
by Sally Sisavath | Mar 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
2017_RaceKCSeries_Points_3.25.17 Here is the latest standings in the series! We keep track of all runners finishing in the top 5 of their age groups(standard age groups) for each race and at the end of the series, we cross check to see who are members and have placed...
by Sally Sisavath | Mar 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
5060 Oak St Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 531-1151 Tonight we will start out near the north end of the Trolley Trail at one of our favorite spots. We will be enjoying the run and the yummy pizza – AND the great company around the table.
by Sally Sisavath | Mar 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
6324 Brookside Plaza (816)621-3424 Tonight our Wednesday Night Run is at an exciting new place in downtown Brookside, the Red Door Café. It is on the west side of the street in a bright new store front that will jump out at you. See you there for this great...
by Sally Sisavath | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
645 W. 61st ST KCMO 64113 (913) 940-1668 (mobile) jerry.cullen@honeywell.com Celebrate St. Patty’s Day early tonight. Hooray for the Brookside run route and hooray for Jerry’s wonderful cooking. Have some fun at Jerry’s lovely Brookside abode...
by Sally Sisavath | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
Run 816 Store www.run816.com 304 Westport Road Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 569-0106 Come to Westport Road and Broadway and turn east for half a block on Broadway tonight for a fun run route and an upbeat gathering at the Run 816 store afterward. This route provides us...
by Sally Sisavath | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St. Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 Follow your nose to Waldo Pizza to meet up with your friends. We will have our table of fun after our run.
by Sally Sisavath | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
Bella Napoli 6229 Brookside Blvd Kansas City, MO 64113 (816) 444-5041 It has been a while since we have met at Bella Napoli. It will be fun to return to our local version of Italy this evening for a wonderful Trolley Trail run followed by that great Italian...
by Sally Sisavath | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
4950 Main St. (816) 561-7746 Let’s gather at 49th and Main Street tonight at the Spin Pizza. We will run east from Main Street down the hill to the Trolley Trail and then do the distance each of us chooses. Upon our return we will chow on some yummy pizza and tell all...
by Sally Sisavath | Jan 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Michael Forbes Grill 128 West 63rd Street KC, MO (816) 333-4355 We start in the Brookside area tonight. Enjoy that run before you chow on the wonderful Michael Forbes’ fare. We can ask the wait staff if there have been any pies in the face...
by Sally Sisavath | Jan 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Pizza 51 on Oak 5060 Oak St Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 531-1151 We will tackle the Trolley Trail from the north end tonight and then return for some more yummy pizza. We’ll check the progress of the Whole Foods store construction as we run...
by Sally Sisavath | Jan 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
4402 W. 63rd Terr. Prairie Village, KS 66208 (913) 558-6924 Let’s keep the party going tonight. Maggie will try to rise as close to Trudy’s level of culinary delight as possible. Come see how she does. The streets of Prairie Village are calling to you again. You don’t...
by Sally Sisavath | Jan 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 I know you love this pizza. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy it with your wonderful running friends after a nice workout on the Trolley Trail. See you there...
by Sally Sisavath | Jan 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Gribbles Running Store at Ward Parkway 8600 Ward Parkway KC MO (816) 363-4800 We get to return to Garry Gribbles’ Running Sports at Ward Parkway tonight. We will get a chance to try out some new Saucony shoes if we choose to. Bring your usual side dish. Gribbles will...
by Nancy English | Jan 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
Featured Runner – Dave Borchardt The KCTC Lee’s Summit Running Group is pleased to highlight Dave Borchardt as our featured runner for December 2016. Dave is one of the nicest guys you will ever meet and is quite a runner! You can tune in to Sports Radio 810 WHB,...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 30, 2016 | Uncategorized
A new year is a great reason to celebrate and who better to celebrate with than the Kansas City Track Club! Don’t forget to join us this SUNDAY, January 1st at The Athletic Club of Overland Park! The fun begins 10AM, but don’t forget to show up a little...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
4937 Wells Drive Roeland Park, KS 66205 913-236-5149 It is the first WNR after the New Year, so guess where we get to go!!!! Trudy’s castle in Roeland Park will be our location for friends, fun, running, and eating some amazing food. Bring your side and...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
3810 W 74th St. Prairie Village, KS 913-707-4147 Now that the holiday shopping and gifting and exchanging are all behind you, it is time to enjoy a run form the Lappins’ Prairie Village home. They have stepped up to host us during this crazy time of year for several...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
9709 Shepherds Drive Kansas City, Missour 64131 (816) 522-3961 The Dave Cave is calling the guys, and the yummy food and fun chatter are calling the gals tonight. Come enjoy the artful streets, food, and home of the Holimans. Mark those calendars. And, follow these...
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
7425 Broadway St Kansas City (816) 822-7525 Come enjoy the Trolley Trail tonight and then the wonderful comradery at Tanner’s afterward.
by Sally Sisavath | Dec 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
9421 Mission Roard Leawood, Kansas 66206 (913) 383-3667 We get treated to a run from Gribbles at Ward Parkway Shopping Center tonight. This will be fun to eat, socialize, and peak around the store. Bring a side dish to go with the main dish that Gribbles will provide...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 18, 2016 | Uncategorized
The final results are in! You can view them here Race KC Series page Come join KCTC for our first annual Chili Run with the awards to follow shortly. All particpants must be a good standing KCTC member or guest member, go here to renew/sign up KCTC Membership KCTC...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 14, 2016 | Uncategorized
11/09/16 Karen Williams and Andy Geoghegan 5740 Cherry, KC, MO 64110, #816.926.0551 Karen and Andy are ready to host our post-election WNR tonight! Come ready to celebrate or commiserate. I am hoping for the former option. Either way, a run on the Brookside streets...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 14, 2016 | Uncategorized
11/02/16 the Novoveskys (Dan, Denoya, and kiddoes) 8615 Marty, OP, KS, (2 blocks west of 87th and Metcalf) #913.381.9358 Be ready tonight for a nice run route, an artistic main dish, wonderful comradery, AND all kinds of entertainment from the Novovesky crew. What...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 14, 2016 | Uncategorized
10/19/16 Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St, · Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 Join us at the Waldo Pizza front door at 6:00 tonight. Then we will pound it out on the Trolley Trail. The pizza will welcome us back after our miles. Now be sure to join us...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 10, 2016 | Uncategorized
800 Huntington KC MO 64113 (corner of 60th and Summit) mtejde@gmail.com 816-536-6545 Mary and Doug will be greeting us tonight in their yummy smelling kitchen. Come ready for some real fun after our run through the Brookside streets. Mary created the Wednesday Night...
by Sally Sisavath | Oct 5, 2016 | Uncategorized
There is a short list showing runners who both meet the minimum requirement of placing in 3 races and those who have at placed in 2 races and need only to place in 1 more to become eligible for the competition. This short list is posted on the Race KC Series page....
by Nancy English | Sep 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
9/28/16 Ann Asel 108 W. 123rd Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64145 816-588-3647 We get to return to Ann’s fun home with the double decks for us to lounge on as we eat our apres run meal. Come prepared for whatever temperatures might be going on as the evening progresses. We...
by Nancy English | Sep 15, 2016 | Uncategorized
9/21/16 Mary Young 12 E. 57th Terr. KCMO 64113 #314-412-8071 Mary will treat us to a run in one of our favorite neighborhoods tonight. She worked hard to find us an open Wednesday in her busy schedule. That open Wednesday is today! Mary’s home is just ½ block west of...
by Nancy English | Sep 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
9/14/16 Carolyn and Brian Purcell 9627 Summit Street KCMO 64114 #816-398-5607 Carolyn, Brian and Declan will be entertaining us tonight. That’s right. There are now THREE in the Purcell family! Not only do we get to have a lovely run route and good food, but we get to...
by Nancy English | Sep 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
9/07/16 WNR ReRun at Loose Park Loose Park Pavillion 51st and Wornall Road KCMO 64112 Wow! The ReRun is a BIG celebration this year. We will have a wonderful run along the Trolley Trail, complete with a Poker Game, which Dave Boone will lead. When you return, be ready...
by Nancy English | Aug 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
8/31/16 Tanner’s in Waldo 7425 Broadway St, KCMO 64114 (816) 822-7525 It’s the trolley trail tonight!! Then it is the fun Tanner’s Bar and Grill. Come for the run, the fun and the yum tonight.
by Nancy English | Aug 18, 2016 | Uncategorized
8/24/16 Jerry Cullen 645 W. 61st ST, KCMO 64113. 913-940-1668 (mobile) jerry.cullen@honeywell.com We get to return to Jerry’s place tonight. We get to enjoy the Brookside neighborhood as we run along, and then we get to enjoy Jerry’s wonderful home. Again, we will get...
by Nancy English | Aug 11, 2016 | Uncategorized
Joel Grimmett Antioch Park; Shelter #4, next to the lake. 6501 Antioch Rd Merriam, KS 66202 Tonight will feel like a special treat. We will run through the neighborhood and then return to the lovely shelter next the lake. Joel will do some magic on the grill to...
by Nancy English | Aug 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Aug 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
Mr. Ironman 5901 Central KCMO, 64113 816-605-1955 Don’t miss our last chance to do our WNR at Ironman and Georgia’s place. Ironman will be moving to Seattle soon, so we will be saying ‘good bye” to his wonderful home. This will be a celebration of the wonderful times...
by Nancy English | Jul 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
8/03/16 Cameron Aly 3527 Kenwood Ave, Kansas City, MO 64109 Last summer we were treated to a wonderful WNR party at Cameron’s home. Now we get to return. This is a lovely historic area of Kansas City, and we get to gawk at the beautiful homes as we do our run. Then we...
by Nancy English | Jul 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
7/27/16 Lou and Sonja Joline Lake Tapawingo Clubhouse Dockside Drive Lake Tapawingo Tonight we celebrate Lou’s birthday while we run and then get some great opportunities for fun when we return for our feast. This is how you get to Lou’s birthday WNR this year: Go...
by Nancy English | Jul 14, 2016 | Uncategorized
7/20/16 BJ and Jerry Thornberg 6101 West 102nd Court Overland Park 913-486-2141 Find the Thornberg empire by taking 103rd Street to Beverly (one block east of Lamar). Go north up the hill. BJ and Jerry live in the house immediately on your left. BJ and Jerry will send...
by Nancy English | Jul 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
7/13/16 Misty & Rich McNally 7236 Belleview Ave Kansas City MO 64114 (816) 523-0221 We get one of those magical nights at the McNally’s tonight. Misty and Rich will be all rested up after a big business trip to…………… Bring your dish that will go along with the...
by Nancy English | Jul 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Jun 30, 2016 | Uncategorized
7/6/16 Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 363-5242 We will get a nice big table to party around with our pizzas after the run tonight. See you in front of Waldo Pizza at 6:00 tonight before we head out to run the trolley...
by Nancy English | Jun 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
6/29/16 Janet and Steve Porter 12302 Mohawk Lane Leawood, KS 66209 #573-289-0816 Head to Janet and Steve’s artistic back yard for tonight’s WNR. Make sure you run hard, because you won’t want to stop eating those incredible culinary creations here upon your return. We...
by Nancy English | Jun 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
June 22- Bob and Annie Cook 10712 W. 101st Street, (not Terrace or Place) Overland Park, KS 66214 Oh boy – running, feasting, and soaking up beautiful piano music. Bob and Annie treat us like royalty. Put on your crown and come on over to the Cookers’.tonight...
by Nancy English | Jun 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
June 15 – Margaret and David Stockdale 2718 NW Chipman Rd, Lees Summit, MO 64081 816-246-6939 Margaret and Dave have put June 16th on their calendar to be sure to be in town so we can come run and party in their neighborhood. See you...
by Nancy English | Jun 5, 2016 | Uncategorized
Way to Represent KCTC Max: Luke Oberrieder, Courtney Breitkreutzy, Mark Westfall, and Bruce Gilbert!
by Nancy English | Jun 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
June 8th at Fleet Feet Running Store 6911 Tomahawk Rd. Prairie Village, KS #913-403-0507 Tonight we get to return to this wonderful running store in the Prairie Village Shopping area. We had a great time here in March, even though a warning of 95% chance of...
by Nancy English | May 26, 2016 | Uncategorized
June 1 – National Running Day at Kansas City Bier Company Kansas City Bier Company 310 W 79th St, KCMO 64114 This is a BIG celebration that you won’t want to miss. We get a dollar off the beer and will be treated to pizza and salad. Bring a little something to...
by Nancy English | May 20, 2016 | Uncategorized
Intervals/Speed Sessions are Starting! What: Speed Sessions – Sponsored by KCTC and RUN816 When: Every Wednesday – 6:30pm Where: Shawnee Mission East H.S. Track Descriptions: We rotate thru one of three different workouts each week. Click here for more...
by Nancy English | May 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
May 25 – Heartland Racewalkers at Leawood City Park Leawood City Park, main shelter house 10601 Lee Boulevard, Leawood KS 66206 Our friends, the Heartland Racewalkers, really know how to treat us well. Are we ever lucky! Bring a side dish to go along with the...
by Nancy English | May 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
May 18 – RUN816 Store 304 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111 816-569-0106 Tonight we get to run along the lovely routes that Nick Pigg finds for us from his Run 816 store on Westport Road just east of Broadway. Bring your side dish and be ready for a great...
by Nancy English | May 5, 2016 | Uncategorized, Wednesday Night Run, wnr
May 11 – Pizza 51 on Oak 5060 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 531-1151 We will run along the trolley trail and check out the progress with the Whole Foods Market being constructed there. We will return to chomp on our pizzas together....
by Nancy English | May 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
KCTC Max ROCKED the Independence Half & 5K on April 30th! Congratulations to ALL of our racers who PR’d, won awards, and our KCTC Max Pacers. AWESOME day and course!!
by Nancy English | Apr 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
May 4 – Cinco de Mayo at the McCamy’s home: Ryan, Lisa, Grace, and Zoe McCamy 5215 West 64th St. Prairie Village, KS 66208 The McCamy’s will create another Mexico at their home for us tonight. The delightful Mexican fare will magically transport us to a south...
by Nancy English | Apr 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
April 27 – Maggie McCoy and John Anderson 4402 W 63rd Terrace, Prairie Village, KS 66208 #913-558-6924 Let’s see if we can have as much fun this Wednesday as we did last Wednesday at Dan Dougherty’s place. Come to Prairie Village and celebrate the run and then...
by Nancy English | Apr 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
Ten years ago today the KC running community and the KCTC Board lost Don Welsh, a valuable and dedicated person to running. For those of you who never knew Don, he worked hundreds of races as the club’s finish line and timing expert, when manual timing was...
by Nancy English | Apr 14, 2016 | Uncategorized
Dan is hosting us at his home north of the Plaza at 4456 Pennsylvania Avenue in Kansas City. It will be fun to get to run in an area we haven’t been to in a while. See you there!
by Nancy English | Apr 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
Congratulations to our racers!
by Nancy English | Apr 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
Get on over to the Bridges’ castle tonight at 6931 Charlotte in Shawnee KS. We will enjoy a lovely trail run followed by some wonderful food at Barb and Ken’s place. Let’s get caught up with the latest in their activities. Call 913.226.6474 or 913.226.6712 if you...
by Nancy English | Mar 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
Come to this lovely downtown old Overland Park location tonight. We will head south from Mi Ranchito, located at 7148 W 80th Street in Overland Park to get in some miles. We won’t quite make it to Mexico on our run, but we will return to Mexico for our after-run...
by Nancy English | Mar 24, 2016 | Uncategorized
Come to a new location tonight for WNR! Come to the north west corner of the Prairie Village shopping area to hang out at Fleet Feet. Nick Wilkerson will take good care of us when we return from our runs. Enjoy those running shoes staring you in the face as you...
by Nancy English | Mar 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
Tonight we return to Pizza 51 at 5060 Oak Street in Kansas City for our running and munching. Sounds like we’re going to have some beautiful weather! Hope you will kick your first week of Spring off with us. We take off at 6:00!!!
by Nancy English | Mar 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
A HUGE shout out to the KCTC Max Race Team for representing the Kansas City Track Club well at the Westport St.Patrick’s Day Run!
by Nancy English | Mar 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Race KC Series scores have been reposted to show scorings based on age groups and gender. You may view them by clicking below. 2016_RaceKCSeries_Overall_Results_3.6.16_AgeGroups (1)
by Nancy English | Mar 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
Featured Runner – Tim Hazlett The KCTC Lee’s Summit Running Group is pleased to highlight Tim Hazlett as our featured runner for March 2016. Tim is more than a genuinely nice guy, he is a well-rounded and talented individual to boot! He is soft spoken and very...
by Nancy English | Mar 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
The current standings for the Race KC Series are now posted on the top of the Race KC Series page (under the Races Tab)! The results are listed in alphabetical order and include the top 5 women and men from each age group (beginning with ages 20-24) from each race....
by Nancy English | Feb 27, 2016 | Uncategorized
Going green is going to cease being what it is on March 11, 2016. It will resume on March 13, 2016. What about March 12? That is when KCTC redefines ‘Going Green’ as Kansas City knows it. Men, women, and children come out by the thousands. They wear funny...
by Nancy English | Feb 17, 2016 | Uncategorized
We love confirmation that what we are doing here at KCTC is making a difference. From hosting a Beginning Runner’s Class to supporting the Kansas City Smoke elite racing team, our priority is to invest in runners and make Kansas City a better place to run. And...
by Nancy English | Feb 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
Come join us as at the Kansas City Plaza Library (4801 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64112) this Tuesday, February 9. Sarah Farsace will be in the Large Conference Room from 6:30-7:30 and you don’t want to miss her story. She’s persevered through physical pain and...
by Nancy English | Feb 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
It’s a new racing year and the KCTC MAX Racing Team has already been out there shining. The Groundhog Run was the first race of the year and they haven’t slowed down on collecting the awards! Great job MAX Runners! Mark your calendars for their...
by Nancy English | Feb 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
This year you will have the option to enjoy breakfast after the Westport St. Patrick’s Day Run on March 12. We are partnering with Gambal’s and KC Taco Company to provide a buffet style breakfast from 11am – 1pm at Gambal’s. The menu is below and we...
by Nancy English | Nov 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
Running safely is something we believe strongly in at KCTC. We have several weekly group runs and an Out of Town Buddy System because we know there is safety in numbers. We have posted several safety tips on the Kansas City Track Club Facebook page throughout the...
by Nancy English | Sep 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Smoke was published in the first edition of Indie Fit. We’ve been sponsoring them for approximately one year and are very proud to have our logo on their jersey’s. They practice hard, work hard, but are never hard to find when you need a...
by Nancy English | Sep 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
Our group runs are exploding! We have a new one meeting in Grandview on Saturday mornings. Walkers and runners are covering short and long distances. All paces are welcome! Come to Cafe Main at 7:00 a.m. and let us help you get your shoes acquainted to the...
by Nancy English | Sep 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
KCTC MAX Race Team KCTC Lee’s Summit Runners If you enjoy energy, motivation, and lots of cheering at a race, you would’ve loved the vibes flowing through the air in Lee’s Summit this past Sunday morning. Several runners from KCTC were in...
by Nancy English | Aug 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club racing team (KCTC MAX) has been working hard, and it showed yesterday at the Spencer Duncan 5k. This was the team’s first official race of the season and they represented KCTC very well! They brought home several age group awards and...
by Nancy English | Jul 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
Running is such an adventure in the Kansas City and surrounding area. Just think of the running gear we accumulate compared to that of a runner living in an area without such drastic weather changes. Our socks vary from ClimaCool to SmartWool. We have a jacket for...
by Nancy English | Jun 26, 2015 | Events, Uncategorized
Half Marathon Training plan for June 21 to Oct 17. For a printable version half marathon training plan 2015
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by Nancy English | May 30, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club is excited to announce our new competitive racing team: KCTC MAX. This team was put together to allow local runners the opportunity to run competitively without the pressure of maintaining strict elite level standards. Members will have the...
by Nancy English | May 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
WNR runners will join the party celebrating National Run Day. Try to get to Kansas City Bier Company at 79th and Brookside Road (across the street from the KCTC Clubhouse) before 6:00 tonight. See you there for this wonderful celebration. Yes, we will get to run,...
by Nancy English | May 7, 2015 | Uncategorized
Here is your opportunity to be a part of KCTC and work aid station #9 at Hospital Hill Run, Saturday June 6th at 54th and Brookside Blvd. 6:30am-10am. This is a great location for us with a coffee shop and a $6 KCTC signature breakfast if you want one after- just one...
by Nancy English | Mar 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
If you thought 26.2 miles was tough, lace up your running shoes for a journey into the world of ultra running… 100: Head/Heart/Feet” follows Ultrarunner Zak Wieluns as he attempts to run The Vermont 100 Endurance Race. The film focuses on Zak’s intensive training...
by Nancy English | Mar 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
We have stuffed this week full of running and hope to see you at as many of these events as you can make! Join us for any of our weekly group runs, our traditional Wednesday Night Run, Interval Training, or the Running on Solid Ground Lecture Series. Those events...
by Nancy English | Feb 26, 2015 | Uncategorized
Run four of the largest 4 mile events in the Midwest starting with the Westport St. Patricks Day Run on March 14. Following that race, are the infamous Trolley Run, the Patriotic Four on the Fourth, and the scenic Kansas City Zoo Run. No need to check your calendar...
by Nancy English | Feb 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
If you think it would be awesome to leave your mark on a racetrack, but have never had the opportunity, then here it is! The 2015 Scount Strong Challenge starts and finishes on the inside of the Kansas Speedway on May 16, 2015. Not only do you get to run on it,...
by Nancy English | Feb 19, 2015 | Uncategorized
Tonight we get to return to Pizza 51 at 5938 Mission Road in Fairway KS. We have a nice route to run from here, so don’t miss tonight. We can be deciding what all we want on our pizzas as we run along.
by Nancy English | Feb 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
Join us at the Clubhouse for this one. We’ll run along the Trolley Trail and then return to enjoy some wonderful food and conversation. Don’t forget to bring your side dish! We’ll take off from 208 West 79th Street at 6:00.
by Nancy English | Feb 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
Don’t miss Running on Solid Ground this Tuesday, February 10. Bob Schluben will be there filling you in on every aspect of the marathon. He ran one every week in 2012, so he’s covered all of the physical and the mental. He’ll be at the Plaza...
by Nancy English | Feb 5, 2015 | Uncategorized
Get ready for a fun new location for WNR tonight. We will go to downtown Old Overland Park tonight to run a friendly neighborhood and then enjoy some good Mexican fare. We’ll meet at Mi Ranchito, 7148 W 80th St, Overland Park KS 66204 at 6:00. (913)...
by Nancy English | Feb 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
You can’t beat this menu for a great reward at the end of your workout! They are saving us a table in the coffee shop side of Bella Napoli, 6229 Brookside Blvd, where we can share all kinds of stories with our friends as our taste buds enjoy Italy. Take off is at 6:00...
by Nancy English | Jan 31, 2015 | Uncategorized
We don’t have all of the final apparel in yet, but we cannot wait to show you this stuff! The infamous KCTC tech hat that you see at every race is now available in this fun Spring color with the St. Pat’s logo. The best socks EVER are on their way too....
by Nancy English | Jan 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
01/28/15 Maggie McCoy and John Anderson Perfect Village awaits you tonight. The pavement is already yearning for your souls – oops, I mean “soles”. These are some sweet run routes for you. Then, Maggie will even feed you something. You might even like it. Get...
by Nancy English | Jan 21, 2015 | Uncategorized
This year will be the last year that MARA is conducting the Grand Prix race series. Starting in 2016, it will be adopted by the KC Track Club. The current standards will still be in place, but we will also be kicking it up a notch with some new components. We are...
by Nancy English | Jan 20, 2015 | Uncategorized
Runners love running photos and nobody knows that better than Dick Ross, former owner/operator of SeeKCRun. He stood in the rain with us, got pelleted with sleet, got beat up by the wind, endured the sun beating on him and the humidity soaking his clothing, rose...
by Nancy English | Jan 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
01/21/15 Tanner’s Bar and Grill Tanner’s is one fun spot! And – they like the track club – sooooo, don’t miss the chance to run the Trolley Trail from the other direction this Wednesday. After your run, then come enjoy the food and the friendly, festive...
by Nancy English | Jan 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
We thoroughly enjoyed having so many of you join us at our New Year’s Day run. It was fun seeing so many families and friends gathered together to kick off 2015 with a running start. We don’t plan on letting the cold weather stop us and neither should...
by Nancy English | Dec 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Enjoy your first run of the year with us at the KC Track Clubs Annual New Year’s Day Fun Run. We will be taking off from The Athletic Club of Overland Park at 10440 Marty (one block west of Metcalf on 103rd then one block south on Marty). We aren’t...
by Nancy English | Dec 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
In less than four weeks, all of our 2014 calendars will be marked off and we will be penciling in activities for 2015. As we reminisce of this past year, we hope you have enjoyed your participation with the KC Track Club as much as we have enjoyed having you. Just...
by Nancy English | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
When you think of Thanksgiving, what do you think of? Family? Turkey? Pie? Running? Fun? Then you must be thinking the same thing we are here at the Kansas City Track Club; Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day 5k! This year, all runners/walkers receive a pie and a...
by Nancy English | Oct 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club has alot of activity around the KC Marathon! Join us for any of our activities: Kansas City Track Club will be in booth 207 & 209 at the KC Marathon Expo on Thurs 3-8pm and Fri 11am-8pm. Stop by for giveaways and awesome deals on...
by Nancy English | Oct 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
Ever wonder how your race entries impact the economy? KCMO’s run, ride, race and walk permitting is coordinated through KC Parks. Approximately 65 road based events are permitted each year. The economic impact of these events to our city is indisputable, here is...
by Nancy English | Sep 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
KC MARATHON AID STATION TShirt deadline is Oct 1st! If you want a shirt, sign up now! Looking for the best way to enjoy the Kansas City Marathon? We will once again be sponsoring one of the hottest aid stations along the course at the Kansas City Marathon on October...
by Nancy English | Sep 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club continually strives to meet the needs of every runner in this community. We offer a Beginning Runner’s class for the new runner, weekly group runs for the social runner, coached interval training for those wanting to improve speed,...
by Nancy English | Sep 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
We look forward to every Wednesday Night Run (WNR); and why not? What could be more fun than running, eating, drinking, and good conversation with all of you?!?! This Wednesday, September 10, 6pm, we are going to kick it up a notch with our annual celebration of the...
by Nancy English | Sep 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
At the first Wednesday Night Run, on February 25th 1981, Mary Edwards, Susan Ng Williams, and Nate Krug went out on a 10 mile from Mary’s house followed by some food and drink…..and it was all good. So good in fact that the following week they were joined by the late...
by Nancy English | Aug 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
It’s almost time to grab that leash and your four legged friend for the Annual Strutt With Your Mutt 5K Race & 3K Walk. This is the 24th year of benefiting Wayside Waifs and homeless pets in Brookside. It takes place at 8:00 on Sunday, September 21, and as...
by Nancy English | Aug 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
The KC Track Club has been given an exciting opportunity to help the local youth running community, and we want to include you! We have been contacted by more than one coach/athletic director with the desire to implement or re-establish a youth running program in...
by Nancy English | Aug 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
Your “Girls” Best Friend Running can relatively be one of the least expensive sports out there. Essentially all you need is a good pair of shoes and socks then the rest is icing on top. But for women runners the story is a little different. In addition to taking care...
by Nancy English | Aug 11, 2014 | Uncategorized
Many members ask us for the history of KCTC so we thought you would enjoy reading the history of Monday Night Run 20 yrs ago in 1994, Mark Lidman, Brian Butcher & Bob Cook started running on Mon nights from Gribbles Ward Pkwy running to Loose Park and back for...
by Nancy English | Aug 10, 2014 | Uncategorized, Wednesday Night Run, wnr
Lisa and David Holiman Oh boy, we get to go to the magical home of the Holimans. Not only do Lisa and David take on the important role of managing Exchange Station #1 on the Brew to Brew route each year, but they treat us to an evening in their home for WNR! Just...
by Nancy English | Aug 10, 2014 | Uncategorized, Wednesday Night Run, wnr
Karen Williams and Andy Geoghegan Woweeeee! Tonight’s WNR will be at the Crestwood neighborhood home of Karen Williams and Andy Geoghegan. As we zoom along the streets, we can dream of that wonderful gathering we will have after our run. 5740 Cherry, KC, MO 64110,...
by Nancy English | Aug 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
The KC Track Club was able to assist in providing 50 pairs of running shoes from Soles for Souls for the inaugural Lansing Correctional Facility (LCF) Running Free 5K. It took place on July 26, 2014. and raised more than $425 for the Kids In Need Foundation. The...
by Nancy English | Aug 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
Cliffhanger Each autumn for 29 years Kansas City runners look forward to a special race on Cliff Drive in the historic Northeast. The first Cliff Hanger took place in 1985, starting at the Concourse on Gladstone Boulevard. Over the years, the 5K and an 8K race has...
by Nancy English | Aug 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
Brew to Brew 43 Mile Relay At the conclusion of Blue Springs 24 hour Run, March 7, 1994, Race Director Lou Joline proposed a local point to point adventure relay like the River to River run in Illinois. The popular Free State Brewery in Lawrence, about 50 miles away,...
by Nancy English | Jul 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Your dog has always been there giving you support on those long runs, now you can help out some of his fellow canines. The July 30th, Wednesday Night Run is a supply fundraiser for a local rescue and care group called Chain of Hope KC. They are a local 501 c3...
by Nancy English | Jul 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
Join the Kansas City Smoke at the 2014 KC Cross Country Challenge on August 2! Kansas City Track Club members use our KCTC promo code for 5 bucks off. The KCXC Challenge is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities and gives you an opportunity to escape...
by Nancy English | Jul 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
The KCTC Half Marathon Training Program will prepare you for 13.1 miles A 14 week Half Marathon Training will start at 7am on Saturday July 19th at 55th and Brookside! Jennifer Ristau, an RRCA certified coach will lead this group to glory and ensure you can go...
by Nancy English | Jul 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
Are you sad that you haven’t been able to use your BBQ grill, deck or patio enough this summer? We have a solution for that! Wednesday Night Run is in need of hosts for August. These dates are just waiting for your name to go next to them! Contact Maggie at...
by Nancy English | Jul 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
For those north of the river, here is an “open to all” running group that meets on Wednesdays at Rock & Run Brewery in downtown Liberty, 110 Kansas St. Starting time is 6:30pm but may fluctuate depending on weather conditions. Water stop and mapped,...
by Nancy English | Jun 30, 2014 | Uncategorized
Join us this Wednesday at the Clubhouse at the West End at City Center Apartments complex to enjoy a WNR hosted by two runners who have joined our ranks recently. After our run, we will be treated to pork enchiladas for a Feliz Navidad celebration. If possible,...
by Nancy English | Jun 27, 2014 | Uncategorized
Heartland Racewalkers will celebrate their 25th anniversary on July 5. The club has 50 members and meets weekly on Saturday mornings. They represent Kansas City in various competitions around the country and world. The group will gather at Kingswood Manor at 10000...
by Nancy English | Jun 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
Congratulations to the Heartland Racewalkers for their recent awards at the Missouri State Senior Games! Way to go! Check out this article from the KC Star http://www.kansascity.com/sports/other-sports/article608758.html
by Nancy English | Jun 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
For Kansas City Track Club Race Series participants, your next race is on July 4th,the Ward Parkway Four on the Fourth Run/Walk! This fun, family event takes you along scenic Ward Parkway and includes a fantastic post-race celebration! Nike tech shirts, Finisher...
by Nancy English | Jun 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
12/03/14 JoAnn Shipps and Mary Young West End at City Center Apartments Clubhouse 17410 W. 86th Terrace Lenexa, KS 66219 #314-412-8071 Come to the clubhouse at the West End at City Center Apartments complex to enjoy a WNR hosted by two runners who have joined our...
by Nancy English | Jun 4, 2014 | Uncategorized
The DOUBLE Road Race Championship Series returns to the beautiful, shaded avenues of Corporate Woods in Overland Park, Kansas on Sunday, June 29, 2014. This year’s event offers runners throughout the heart of America even more running opportunities with the addition...
by Nancy English | Jun 4, 2014 | Uncategorized
Join us to celebrate National Running Day! Wed. June 4th at 6 pm. Meet at the KCTC office right along the Trolley Trail. 208 W 79th St,Kansas City MO 64114 816-721-2827 Let’s run, play games, win prizes, receive a running shirt and then eat some dinner. KCTC provides...
by Nancy English | May 28, 2014 | Uncategorized
Saturday July 5th! All runs will start in Lenexa KS, at LePeep, 7936 Quivira KS 66215 Cost is $75.00 for individulized training programs, plus KCTC membership if you are not already a member.
by Nancy English | May 27, 2014 | Group Runs, Uncategorized
DO YOU HAVE FRIENDS THAT DO NOT RUN? YOU MUST GET THEM TO START RUNNING FOR FITNESS, FUN, AND FRIENDSHIP NEW 10 SESSION SERIES STARTS MONDAY JUNE 2 5:45 PM CALL LOU AND LET HIM KNOW WHO IS COMING: 816-679-8185, OR CALL PAUL WHO IS BETTER LOOKING AND YOUNGER AT...
by Nancy English | May 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Summer Cross Country Camp Monday July 7th – Friday July 11th 9 AM until Noon University of Saint Mary 4100 S 4th St, Leavenworth, KS 66048 Get prepared for your Cross Country season! Come run with college athletes, get in better shape, and learn how to perform at the...
by Nancy English | May 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
KCTC will host an aid station at Hospital Hill Run mile 4 at 39th and Baltimore, Saturday June 7th. If you can volunteer, please contact DavidhBoone@aol.com or call Dave at (913) 669-9235. Volunteers receive a race shirt and a KCTC logo item plus other...
by Nancy English | May 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
Storm King Wildlands Reserve: Running is Life in Motion By Ben Kruser Are you looking for a good summer read? Then support a fellow runner and read, Storm King Wildlands Reserve: Running is Life in Motion, by Ben Kruser. As a runner and an author, Ben writes solid...
by Nancy English | May 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
Run Smart: Run Safe To help educate and remind all runners to run safe, the RRCA is embarking on a yearlong, public-safety, awareness campaign starting with the launch of the Run Smart : Run Safe animated video developed by Space Chimp Media. This message is designed...
by Nancy English | May 9, 2014 | Uncategorized
Carol Smith Kenilworth Apartments Clubhouse 4120 W 94th Ter · Prairie Village Enter the Kenilworth Complex off Mission Road or 95th Street. Then follow the signs to the Leasing Office and you will find the Clubhouse. Heartland Racewalker, Carol Smith is treating us...
by Nancy English | May 6, 2014 | Uncategorized
Cinco de Mayo at the McCamy’s home Ryan, Lisa, Grace, and Zoe McCamy 4617 W 69th Terr., Prairie Village, KS 66208 #913.362.8840 Tonight is the night to witness the annual identity transformation for Prairie Village. You will be convinced that you are south of the...
by Nancy English | May 1, 2014 | Uncategorized, Wednesday Night Run, wnr
3204 Windsor Ave, KC MO 64123, MAP mshahane@sbcglobal.net The next WNR (Sept 24th) is at Malenda Shahane’s wonderful home at 3204 Windsor Avenue in the neighborhood by the Kansas City Museum. Runners can find Malenda’s home by taking I-70 east along the...
by Nancy English | Apr 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Join the new group run happening on Thursday nights. Every one is welcome! 6:00 pm Meet at the Founder’s Park Gazebo in Corporate Woods 9401 Indian Creek Pkwy (W 109th St), Overland Park, KS 66210 Daniel Brazzell, of Team Red, White & Blue Kansas City will lead...
by Nancy English | Apr 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
Let’s celebrate another wonderful Brew to Brew Relay complete! Come to Paul Gorman’s magical home in a former church this Wednesday for WNR where we get to enjoy Paul’s wonderful food! 4/9/14 Paul Gorman 1862 South 7th St (the corner of South 7th St....
by Nancy English | Apr 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
There are only 3 open Wednesdays left looking for a host. Host provides a main dish and their home, back yard condo community room, park shelter or any other great place to have runners. Don’t have a location but want to host? You can use the KCTC office...
by Nancy English | Apr 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
Here is the information you have been waiting for! Using your Captain’s name you can Click on the link for your Team or Solo information, start times and route. We moved some teams to time slots other than requested. If this start time causes hardship with...
by Nancy English | Mar 31, 2014 | Uncategorized
KCTC needs volunteers for Brew To Brew on race day Sunday April 6th, at various aid stations along the course. The race starts at 6am in Kansas City, MO and ends at approx 5pm in Lawrence, KS. Let us know what time you have available and we can match you up to a...
by Nancy English | Mar 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
The KCTC Half Marathon Training Program will prepare you for 13.1 miles. A 14 week Half Marathon Training will start at 7am on Saturday March 8th at 55th and Brookside! Jennifer Ristau, an RRCA certified coach will lead this group to glory and ensure you can go the...
by Nancy English | Feb 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
Want to run faster, at a consistent pace or just look like a gazelle as you run the streets of Kansas City? Intervals start next Tuesday March 4th, Shawnee Mission East High School track, 75th and Mission Rd. Park behind the school off of 75th St. These sessions...
by Nancy English | Feb 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
Come out to our new clubhouse for tonight’s Wednesday Night Run and sign up for the Westport St. Patrick’s Day 4 Miler and get your entry for only $25. What could be a better way to spend your night then hanging out with friends, going for a little run...
by Nancy English | Feb 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
This month we have a great discussion about running shoes. Please join us on February 4, 6:30pm “Putting the Right Shoe on the Right Foot” by Eric Hunt who discusses the proper running shoe, and Dr. Tom Cotter, DC will discuss minimalist shoes and custom orthotics....
by Nancy English | Jan 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Mary and Doug EdwardsWe get to have another wonderful fall WNR at Mary and Doug’s home. You will want to mark your calendar to come to the home of an original WNRite tonight. This will be a special time to celebrate running and wonderful friendships. 800...
by Nancy English | Jan 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Foo’s Fabulous Frozen Custard (Jeff Stottle)9421 Mission Road Map Leawood, Kansas 66206 Our wonderful friend, Jeff Stottle, will be hosting us again tonight at Foo’s in the Ranchmart area. Bring your usual side dish tonight to Foo’s meeting room to go along with...
by Nancy English | Dec 31, 2013 | Uncategorized
Bob Schluben, a KCTC ambassador, just achieved his goal to run a marathon every weekend. Congratulations Bob! We are so glad to be able to follow your journey. Bob also found time this year to fetch thousands of donated cups from a vendor so you can thank Bob when you...
by Nancy English | Dec 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club (KCTC) presents “Running on Solid Ground,” a series of four clinics this winter/spring to improve your fitness during the inclement weather. The clinics are on the first Tuesday evening of the month from January to April with the first...
by Nancy English | Dec 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
The KCTC Half Marathon Training Program will prepare you for 13.1 miles. A 14 week Half Marathon Training will start at 7am on Saturday January 11th at 55th and Brookside! Jennifer Ristau, an RRCA certified coach will lead this group to glory and ensure you can go the...
by Nancy English | Dec 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Join us for a free fun run at 10am, Athletic Club of Overland Park, 10440 Marty, Overland Park, KS. Free coffee, hot chocolate and donuts after the run! NewYear’sdayflyer2014
by Nancy English | Nov 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
Looking for a group to keep you company on Thursday Nights? Meet in Overland Park- 5:30pm in Corporate Woods for a three to seven mile run. Alison Rierson, alisonlouisecu@gmail.com, 785.766.1910 will lead the group. It will start at the water fountain (turned off...
by Nancy English | Nov 5, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club recently received a bequest of $1,500 in the name of Don Welch, a longtime member of KCTC. Don was a track club board member for many years. He would often be seen working at the finish line of races. Don died several years ago while out on...
by Nancy English | Oct 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
Come join the group any Thursday at 6 p.m. for a three to seven mile run from Corporate Woods! Alison Rierson, alisonlouisecu@gmail.com will lead the group. It will start at the water fountain (turned off for the fall and winter) on the trail that is a quarter mile...
by Nancy English | Oct 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
Hello, my name is Makunda Newton and if I could have a few minutes of your time I’d like to take you on a journey of my life and how it leads me to this point. I am a 36 year old mother of 4 great children and I have a husband that I’ve been with for 12 years. We just...
by Nancy English | Oct 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
KCTC NEEDS VOLUNTEERS FOR KC MARATHON WATER STOP Sat. Oct 19th. This is a fun activity so bring your family, friends and co-workers!! Kansas City Track Club Water Stop #2-3.9 mi into race Location: 3129 Main, Contract Furnishings. Time: 6:15-9:00 am Sat, Oct 19, 2013...
by Nancy English | Sep 25, 2013 | Uncategorized
Club Running is the complimentary publication for the household members of the RRCA. Club Running is made possible from support by our advertisers and through a partnership between the RRCA and the Running Network LLC. Enjoy!...
by Nancy English | Sep 19, 2013 | Uncategorized
Do you, or someone you know, want to get into running? We have just the group for you! It’s a fun and informative beginning running class. Lou Joline is gearing up to teach his beginning running course starting at 5:45 p.m., Monday, Sept. 23 at Garry Gribbles...
by Nancy English | Sep 17, 2013 | Uncategorized
9/18/13 Paige Lowder, 520 E. 57th Street, KC, MO, 64110. House on corner of Cherry & 57th with bright gold Mizzou flag out front! Ok, you Jayhawks, Wildcats, Gorillas, Hawkeyes, Blue Devils, Kangaroos, and others! We can walk in under the Tiger flag to Paige’s...
by Nancy English | Aug 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
9/11/13 Rerun!!! Loose Park Pavillion, 51st and Wornall Rd. 6pm Come join us for our annual running celebration- over 30 years of Wednesday Night Run. We have never cancelled so show up rain or shine! Run or walk 1-6 miles or more. KCTC provides the main dish and...
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
Save the date for Wednesday September 11th, 6pm at Loose Park Pavillion, Kansas City, MO to celebrate over 30 years of Wednesday Night Run. We have never cancelled so show up rain or shine! Run or walk 1-6 miles or more, eat dinner, play games, contests, prizes and...
by Nancy English | Jun 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Billy Mills comes to Kansas City for the first annual Double Road Race of Overland Park, KS as a part of his birthday celebration in which the Kansas City Track Club is honored to host Friday the 28th, two days before the first Double Road Race 2013. Billy Mills...
by Nancy English | Jun 3, 2013 | Uncategorized
Attention all Brew Ha Ha lovers— the next KCTC Brew Ha Ha will be at 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 18. Come join us at All*Star Pizza, 61 NW 63rd Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64151. We’ll have BEER (duh…) pizza, brats, indoor/outdoor seating. We’ll see you...
by Nancy English | May 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
Hello my well connected friends! Below is the link for a supply donation group that is going around the KC area picking up supplies to drive down to OK. Please share this link and information with your groups to try and collect a lot of supplies in a short amount of...
by Nancy English | May 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
5/22/13 Heartland Racewalkers, Alan Poisner Leawood City Park, main shelter house At the south end of Lee Boulevard We get the blue ribbon treatment again tonight! Alan and the Heartland Racewalkers are great at putting on a first class spread. You don’t want to...
by Nancy English | May 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
LAST CHANCE to sign up for this year’s KCTC Night at the K! This year, the Track Club will again be providing a group discount to members and their families who wish to come out and enjoy a ball game at gorgeous Kauffman Stadium. This year’s game will be...
by Nancy English | May 7, 2013 | Uncategorized
Wed Night Run: 5/8/13 Cinco de Mayo celebration at the McCamy’s home at 4617 W 69th Terr., Perfect Village, KS 66208 Ryan will be sharing his artful skills with the grill tonight. All we have to do is show up, run a few miles, share our side dishes, and then we...
by Nancy English | May 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
Wednesday Night Run: 5/1/13 at the Novoveskys (Dan, Denoya, Danny, and Mary Elizabeth) iRise fitness, 12831 West 87th Street, Lenexa, KS Happy May Day! Denoya and family will be treating us to a wonderful location for our run tonight. There is childcare...
by Nancy English | Apr 2, 2013 | Uncategorized
Lou Joline, our club Vice President, won the Volunteer of The Year Award 2013. Truth is, Lou spends much time and makes a huge contribution every year. Lou is the race director for Brew to Brew, our premier event coming up this weekend. Thanks for all you do,...
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
3/20/2013 Lee’s Summit Running Group, Courtney Foster J. Bean’s Restaurant and Gathering Place 3365 SW Fascination Dr., Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 Phone : (816)763-0220 Venture south today. You will be surprised to find how short the drive is. Courtney...
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
3/27/13 Annette White Candlelight Appartments 6500 E. 125th St. Apt #12 Grandview, MO 64030 #816.284.8189 Hey there, runners! We have something new for you tonight. It has been many moons since we have had a WNR in Grandview. Annette will be treating us to a new...
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
4/03/13 B J THORNBURG 6101 W. 102nd Ct. OP 66207 on the corner of 103rd & Beverly, just a block from the Indian Creek trail Bjthornburg@gmail.com Now that you have all gotten past April Fool’s Day, we can celebrate our success at BJ’s home. Come ready for a...
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
4/10/2013 4/10/13 Mizuno WNR at Gribbles Running Sports Gribbles Running Sports, Ward Parkway Center store Get to Gribbles at 6:00 to get in your run before you settle down to pizza, fun, and shoe information. Push your limits in the quest for a more Brilliant Run....
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
4/24/13 Trail Nerds Shawnee Mission Park – Shelter 4 (by the marina) 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee We will abandon the streets and head for the trail tonight. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run in a different world from our usual...
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
5/01/13 5/01/13 the Novoveskys (Dan, Denoya, Danny, and Mary Elizabeth) iRise fitness at 12831 West 87th Street, Lenexa, KS Happy May Day! Denoya and family will be treating us to a wonderful location for our run tonight. There is childcare available at the gym for...
by Nancy English | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
5/22/13 Heartland Racewalkers, Alan Poisner Leawood City Park, main shelter house At the south end of Lee Boulevard We get the blue ribbon treatment again tonight! Alan and the Heartland Racewalkers are great at putting on a first class spread. You don’t want to...
by Nancy English | Feb 23, 2013 | Uncategorized
13.1 Are you wanting to run a half marathon this spring but aren’t sure of how you will do your runs or have a training schedule in place? Well the track club is here to help you out, we have RRCA coach lead program that will get your ready for your half...
by Nancy English | Feb 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
The February KCTC Newsletter is out! Read all the latest news.
by Nancy English | Feb 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
The days are getting longer and training is starting to rev into first gear, so that means it is time for interval training again! Starting at 5:30pm on March 5th at Shawnee Mission East High School track, (75th and Mission Rd.) John Carstens, a certified coach, will...
by Nancy English | Feb 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
2/20/13 Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St (75th & Wornall). (816) 363-5242 They have pizza here for all of our tastes and dietary needs. They give us a table in a space we can fill up. Forget the side dish tonight, but don’t forget the running shoes. You don’t get...
by Nancy English | Feb 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
THE WESTPORT ST. PATRICK’S DAY RUN IT’S LIKE MARDI GRAS WITHOUT THE BEADS PRICE INCREASES IN 10 DAYS! REGISTER NOW Why go to New Orleans when you can participate in the 35th Annual Westport St. Patrick’s Day Run/Walk! Just $25 ($22 for KCTC members)...
by Nancy English | Jan 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
Tonight our run starts and ends at a great place to get some awesome local Pizza!! We will meet in front of Next Door to take off on our run, which will be in the beautiful Longview Lake Area. Then we will return to eat some great local food! Location Detail Here!...
by Nancy English | Jan 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
Hospital Hill is offering a special 20% off discount code for Kansas city Track Club members to use when registering for the Hospital Hill Run. The code is 2013HHRKCTC. To use the code, go to www.hospitalhillrun.com and follow the online registration instructions. ...
by Nancy English | Jan 17, 2013 | Uncategorized
We just got some great new hoodies in that you will want to take a look at! These come in men and women sizes, have a full zipper on the font and have a hoodie. The inside of the coat is nice and soft. I have been wearing my jacket over and over again, its pretty...
by Nancy English | Jan 16, 2013 | Uncategorized
This week is the time of year that we want to stay close to the Trolley Track Trail. We will be there again tonight. That’s not all that tonight has in store for us. The wonderful pizza that we devoured in a nano-second at our WNR at Gary Gribble’s Running Store...
by Nancy English | Jan 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
Save the Date: Tuesday, Feb. 26! Come One, Come All and help decide who has the hottest Chili around and put out the fire with some Boulevard Beer. Raul Flores is the defending champion: will he triumph again? For just $10 taste all the chili your belly can take and...
by Nancy English | Jan 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
Thursday Night in Leawood Park, RRCA certified coaches Jennfier Ristau and Courtney Foster are going to be leading two new additions to the Kansas City Track Club lineup! The beginners class will start Thursday, January 31st at 6:15. The class will have a 15 minute...
by Nancy English | Jan 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
5/29/13 Lou Joline and Courtney Foster Loose Park Come to our old WNR ReRun hunting grounds tonight. Lou and Courtney are putting their creative skills together to produce a WNR masterpiece. Come be a part of it.
by Nancy English | Jan 8, 2013 | Uncategorized
2/13/13 Red Dress Wednesday Night Run Kansas City Express at Terry and Ken Mann’s home 5540 Belinder, Fairway, KS 66205, #913.262.5102 Mark your calendars now – and find those red dresses. We will change the color of the streets in Terry and Ken’s neighborhood...
by Nancy English | Jan 8, 2013 | Uncategorized
Pizza 51 5060 Oak Street, KC, MO 64112 Hey there runners! Is there anything better than pizza to get us on the run? Make note that tonight we will be at the original Pizza 51 on Oak Street just west of UMKC. We’ll be back on our trolley trail for our run...
by Nancy English | Jan 8, 2013 | Uncategorized
1/30/2013 Michael Forbes Bar and Grill 128W 63rd Street (the northeast corner of 63rd St. and Brookside Plaza) #816.333.4355 We will head to Brookside this evening. We will be running on that Trolley Trail that we like so much and then returning to Michael...
by Nancy English | Jan 8, 2013 | Uncategorized
1/23/2012 Next Door Pizza 3385 SW Fascination Drive, Lees Summit, MO 64081 Telephone: 816-763-1200 How’s this for an invitation you can’t pass up? “Please join our Lees Summit Running Group for WNR! We will be meeting at Next Door Pizza in Lees Summit for a group run...
by Nancy English | Jan 8, 2013 | Uncategorized
This week our run starts and ends at a great place to get some Italian food. We will meet in front of Bella Napoli Restaurant to take off on our run, which can be along the Trolley Track Trail. Then we will return to walk through the door right into the...
by Nancy English | Jan 7, 2013 | Uncategorized
1/16/2012 Waldo Pizza 7433 Broadway St (75th & Wornall). Telephone: (816) 363-5242 This is the time of year that we want to stay close to the Trolley Track Trail. We will be there again tonight. That’s not all that tonight has in store for us. The wonderful...
by Nancy English | Jan 3, 2013 | Uncategorized
1/9/2012 Bella Napoli 6229 Brookside Blvd Kansas City, MO The people at Bella Napoli are ready for “the runners” to show up tonight. We get our own area on the south side of the establishment. Nothing like a wonderful Italian dinner creation calling to me to get me...
by Nancy English | Jan 3, 2013 | Uncategorized
Kick off the new year with some group runs, new classes and seminars! January 8th: Running on Solid Ground Series will kick off with Eladio Valdez, if you haven’t met Eladio this is the perfect time! He is the coach for Runner’s Edge and will be presenting...
by Nancy English | Dec 11, 2012 | Uncategorized
Our Wednesday Night Run is one you do not want to miss this week! Not only are we going to enjoy the beautiful lights in Kansas City, we are also going to be supporting a good cause and enjoying some pizza together! Location: 4950 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64112...
by Nancy English | Dec 5, 2012 | Uncategorized
This week join us at Maggie McCoy and John Anderson’s House! What better place to be proving to Santa that you are deserving of all those gifts you are hoping for? Impress us all. We’re ready. Location Information is Here WNR’s are FREE and anyone is...
by Nancy English | Dec 4, 2012 | Uncategorized
Hope you all can join the Kansas City Track Club for a run up to 10 miles on paved trails!
by Nancy English | Nov 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
12/26/12 Pizza 51 WEST 5938 Mission Road Fairway, KS Make note: We will be running from a new Pizza 51 tonight! This Pizza 51 is on the west side ofMission Road at the corner of Mission Road and 60th Street. We will meet up with our friends at our usual time,...
by Nancy English | Nov 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
12/19/12 Lisa and David Holiman 9709 Shepherds Drive, KCMO 64131. #816.941.4578 Yes indeed – tonight is the night for our visit to the Holiman home and our run in their southern KC neighborhood. Get ready to enjoy Lisa and Dave’s creativity. Oh, and you might...
by Nancy English | Nov 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
12/12/12 Christmas lights run! SPIN Pizza 4950 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64112 (816) 561-7746 Tonight we meet at SPIN Pizza on Main Street to run down to and around the Country Club Plaza to admire the Christmas lights. After our run we get to take advantage of...
by Nancy English | Nov 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club, in cooperation with Garry Gribble’s Running Sports, is turning over our Wednesday Night Runs to help raise money for Hurricane Sandy relief. This is a casual fun run and welcome everyone to come and share with friends so we can show the...
by Nancy English | Nov 20, 2012 | Uncategorized
Denoya Novovesky has arranged for us to come to her YMCA for tonight’s WNR. We will meet at the Y to start our run. To reward ourselves, we will go next door to Callahan’s for our dinner. Location: Lenexa YMCA 12831 W 87th Street Parkway, Lenexa, KS 66215 WNR’s are...
by Nancy English | Nov 18, 2012 | Uncategorized
Want to start running and meet some new friends? Come join Lou and his crew for the fall session of our beginners running class! Starting Monday, January 21st , you can join us at 5:45 in Ward Parkway Mall at Gary Gribbles Running Store! This is a class for new...
by Nancy English | Nov 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
The Northeast was hit hard by Hurricane Sandy and while many of us are unable to go up in help we can help by packing the streets on Wednesday November 28th to run in support for all those who were victims of this storm. The Kansas City Track Club, in cooperation with...
by Nancy English | Nov 13, 2012 | Uncategorized
Tonight our run starts and ends at a great place to get some Italian food. We will meet in front of Bella Napoli Restaurant to take off on our run, which can be along the Trolley Track Trail. Then we will return to walk through the door right into the country of...
by Nancy English | Nov 6, 2012 | Uncategorized
Want to get properly stretched and ready for Turkey Day gobbling? Or maybe you’d like to exercise? Richard and Misty McNally promise some good eats, good friendship, and a great run. Location Detail Here! WNR’s are FREE and anyone is welcome,starting at 6:15 PM with a...
by Nancy English | Nov 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
11/21/12 Lenexa YMCA 12831 W 87th Street Parkway, Lenexa, KS 66215 Denoya Novovesky has arranged for us to come to her YMCA for tonight’s WNR. We will meet at the Y to start our run. To reward ourselves, we will go next door to Callahan’s for our...
by Nancy English | Oct 30, 2012 | Uncategorized
This week’s spooktacular WNR will be at the Novovesky’s house! Come out of the trick or treat potluck dinner! Click Here for address information WNR’s are FREE and anyone is welcome,starting at 6:15 PM with a 3 to 8 mile run or walk (and everything in...
by Nancy English | Oct 28, 2012 | Uncategorized
Halloween is not only for kiddos but also for runners! Already have a costume planned out,?No need to just wear a costume one day why not several times next week? The Monday Night run is hosting a Run For Your Life Fun run at The Brooksider this week! They have...
by Nancy English | Oct 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
Hey track club we just got some great new jackets in and you can buy them today over here! We have men and women sizes available and they have great little features like strategically placed ports for earphone cords and drawstrings on the inside bottom to help keep...
by Nancy English | Oct 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Tomorrow the WNR will be at Monica Lazkani house! We get to see Monica’s new home. Get on over for run and fun as we cruise the streets of Old Leawood. Click Here for address information WNR’s are FREE and anyone is welcome,starting at 6:15 PM with a 3 to 8 mile run...
by Nancy English | Oct 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Kansas City North Face Endurance Challenge 50k, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5k on November 17th, 2012 Register Here for a 15% discount into the upcoming North Face Endurance Challenge in Kansas City! You must click on this link in order to get the discount!...
by Nancy English | Oct 22, 2012 | Uncategorized
KCTC took time this week to meet several runners at the KC Marathon Expo! We were able to chat with local and visiting runners about the club, some of our fun races that we put on and our awesome KCTC apparel! After all these years, Mark Westfall finally met...
by Nancy English | Oct 5, 2012 | Uncategorized
Open Now!
by Nancy English | Oct 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
What a great looking class! The Fall Beginners Class is off and running, join in if you would like on Monday Nights, 5:45 at Garry Gribbles Sports!
by Nancy English | Oct 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
Garry Gribbles Running Sport wants to invite our members to join in the Diva night they are hosting October 25, 2012 from 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm at GGRS Ward Parkway! Dr. Kimberly Roys and Darla Mouce from Johnson County Imaging Center will be presenting on the importance...
by Nancy English | Oct 1, 2012 | Uncategorized
Three members of the KC Track Club recently took part in the racewalking events at the Kansas Senior Games in Topeka on Sept. 23. They included two veterans and a rookie. The veterans were BJ Thornburg and Alan Poisner who have previously won medals at the National...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
We have one last Wednesday Night Run going on this month, so don’t forget to check it out! September 26th- Mary and Doug Edward The month of October is going to be a fun month for our WNR’s, can’t wait to see you at them! October 3rd: Paul Gorman...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
11/14/2012 Bella Napoli 6229 Brookside Blvd KC, MO Tonight our run starts and ends at a great place to get some Italian food. We will meet in front of Bella Napoli Restaurant to take off on our run, which can be along the Trolley Track Trail. Then we will return to...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
10/31/12 The Novoveskys (Dan, Denoya, Danny, and Mary Elizabeth) 8615 Marty, OP, KS, (2 blocks west of 87th and Metcalf) #913.381.9358 Who could be better than the Novovesky clan to host us on Halloween? We are guaranteed a howling good time tonight. Hmmmm. . . . now,...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
10/24/12 Monica Lazkani 9601 Chadwick Drive, Overland Park, KS 66206 Oh boy, tonight we get to see Monica’s new home. Get on over for run and fun as we cruise the streets of Old Leawood.
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
10/17/12 Karen Williams and Andy Geoghegan 5740 Cherry, KC, MO 64110, #816.926.0551 Andy and Karen will guide us to a wonderful running tour of the Brookside area. We can enjoy the streets or the trolley trail or a mixture of both. Bring your...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
10/10/12 Foo’s Fabulous Frozen Custard (Jeff Stottle) 9421 Mission Road Leawood, Kansas 66206 (913) 383-3667 Yummy! Jeff is treating us to WNR at Foo’s tonight. Bring your usual side dish, but you might want to give into that urge to treat yourself to one of...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
10/13/2012 1862 South 7th St (the corner of South 7th St. and Shawnee Dr.) KCK 66103 #913.708.5556 Is your mouth watering already? It should be. We get an interesting run route tonight before we sit down to the best bbq in the Midwest. Here is what Paul is...
by Nancy English | Sep 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
Want to start running and meet some new friends? Come join Lou and his crew for the fall session of our beginners running class! Starting Monday, September 24th, you can join us at 5:45 in Ward Parkway Mall at Gary Gribbles Running Store! This is a class for new...
by Nancy English | Sep 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
Registration is now open!
by Nancy English | Sep 13, 2012 | Uncategorized
After a good year at The Well, the Monday Night Run is moving down into the heart of Brookside! With an awesome ReRun event at The Brooksider, a decision has been made to move our run into the center of the Trolley Trail. Each Monday night the group will meet in the...
by Nancy English | Sep 9, 2012 | Uncategorized
Two new groceries are in the planning stages-a Whole Foods Market at 51st & Oak and a Hen House at 77th & Wornall at the site of the Bingham School. They both want to cut driveways through the Trolley Trail to Brookside and Wornall. KCTC along with BikeWalkKC,...
by Nancy English | Aug 30, 2012 | Uncategorized
Want to get more out of running and give more to your community and fellow runners? This is a running series for everyone! It is designed to provide motivation and fun for runners or walkers whether you are a beginner or a veteran; slow or extremely talented, you can...
by Nancy English | Aug 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Join Kansas City Track Club on Sept 5th at 6pm. The Brooksider, 6330 Brookside Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri 64113 Hello to the total running community: The ReRun 2012 is set for September 5th at the Brooksider patio. This is a new setting for the ReRun at an exciting...
by Nancy English | Aug 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
Registration for the 27th Annual Cliffhanger Run is now open! Come out and support KCTC and enjoy the pancake breakfast. Did you know that Cliff Drive in the Historic Northeast is one of America’s designated “Scenic Byways” and was featured in...
by Nancy English | Aug 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
KCTC will be at the following health fairs: Human ARC Health Fair Spet 14 from 12:20-2:30 (plaza area) Kansas City Art Insitiute Health Fair Sept 20 11-1 (plaza area) Standard Motor Products Oct 10 6-12 (Edwardsville, KS by Kansas Speedway) Creative Marketing November...
by Nancy English | Aug 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
KCTC Members! Here is your chance to meet runners from out of the area and help them make their experience in KC a positive one. We are making plans to start a new program; The Buddy System. The Buddy System will be on our website offering out-of-town runners a...
by Nancy English | Aug 6, 2012 | Uncategorized
Volunteer for a shift at Harvesters with the KC Track Club! Register to volunteer at: https://enter2run.com/Search/event.aspx?id=14147 When: Saturday, September 22, 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Harvesters, 3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO What: Working to organize or sort...
by Nancy English | Aug 1, 2012 | Uncategorized
Been craving some speed work? Want a simple five week speed progam? Attached is the distilled KCTC wisdom on intervals. You can do these anytime that fits your schedule. INTERVAL TRAINING SCHEDULE
by Nancy English | Jul 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
9/26/12 800 Huntington, KC MO 64113 (corner of 60th and Summit) #816.361.7143 Check this out! We will be heading over to Mary and Doug’s home in Brookside for this evening’s run. If anyone knows how to treat us royally, it is Mary and Doug. Can’t...
by Nancy English | Jul 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Jul 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
9/12/12 5629 Nall Ave Roeland Park, KS 816 853 0842 This Wednesday we get to hop on over to Jennifer’s place. Can’t imagine not having fun here. While we are at it, we can get in a run followed by some refreshment. Hooray!...
by Nancy English | Jul 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Jul 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
7236 Belleview Ave Kansas City MO 64114 (816) 523-0221 Rich (aka “Falsies”) and Misty (“Looney Tunes”) will have a Hash for you Harriers again this year. This means: Scout for trail, find trail, lose trail, drink beer, sing nasty...
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
8/22/12 5866 Granada St (not Ln) Fairway, KS 66205. If coming from Roe, turn east onto 59th Street. Then go past Granada Lane to the second intersection, Granada Street, and turn north to 5866. Fantastic! We get to see our friends Emily and Tom in their new...
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
11075 Century Lane OP KS 66210 (entrance to their neighborhood is across the street from JCCC) #913.663.0268 Come for the lovely off road running on the trails near Dan and Tamera’s home. Come for the patio. Come for the delightful creations of a masters in the...
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
6600 Wyoming, KC MO 64113 nenglish@kc.rr.com Run the shaded streets of Meyer Circle area and bring your swimsuit and towel so you can cool off after your run. The pool is perfect temperature. For safety reasons, no children please 🙂...
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
10157 Wornall Road KCMO 64114 This may look like a big number, but not to worry. Just go to the Quick Trip on Wornall Road, just north of I-435 and look to the east side of the street. There, nestled in among the tanning salon and the Dunkin Donuts is none other...
by Nancy English | Jul 5, 2012 | Uncategorized
Having completed the Ward Parkway Four on the Fourth Run/Walk yesterday, the KCTC Summer Racing Series is flying by faster than Lou Joline’s minivan! We are nearly halfway through the Series and a dozen people are lined up to load up on tons of free prizes –just for...
by Nancy English | Jun 13, 2012 | Uncategorized
Lou Joline saw a “like new” Xterra Jogger Stroller at a garage sale last week and bought it because he knew someone would love to have it! Lou’s idea was brilliant since there are many new moms who stop running because they don’t have...
by Nancy English | Jun 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
As we dig into the KCTC Summer Racing Series, we thought we’d give you a quick recap on the Spring Series …just in case you missed out. The Spring Series consisted of 8 fun events across Kansas City. Each participant was required to participate (whether running or...
by Nancy English | May 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
KC Track Club Members Enjoy 20% off at Garry Gribbles Stoll Park location on Tues. May 29th on Saucony shoes. The Saucony Wear Test Van will drive up 3-7 pm and you have the opportunity to test out the latest Saucony’s and save a bundle. There will be food and...
by Nancy English | May 22, 2012 | Uncategorized
Want to start running and meet some new friends? Come join Lou for the Summer session of our beginners running class this summer! Starting Monday, June 4th, you can join us at 5:45 in Ward Parkway Mall at Gary Gribbles Running Store! This is a class for new...
by Nancy English | May 20, 2012 | Uncategorized
Lou Joline presented checks for Brew To Brew donations this week in the amounts of $55,000 to Cystic Fibrosis, $5,000 to Shriners, $1,000 for the water rescue group at the boat crossing and $1,300. to St. Joseph School for the Deaf . Thanks so much to everyone that...
by Nancy English | Apr 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
64 Anchor Dr.,Lake Tapawingo (Enter off Highway 40. Bear right ¼ mile. Park on side of road away from the water.) #816.228.3842 “Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you . . .” Come celebrate Lou’s bday tonight. Come prepared to run and then take a dip...
by Nancy English | Apr 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
4426 Sunrise Dr, KC MO 64123 #816.721.2827 Wow, here it is 4 months and 4 days after Pi Day, and we get to return to Mel’s home. Is there some mathematical significance here??? Mathematics, schmathematics, we will have a great time as usual on these great top of...
by Nancy English | Apr 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
6718 Vahalla Dr., Shawnee, KS, 913.449.9091 email: susan.robinette224@gmail.com (near 435 and Midland Dr.) Let’s just keep on celebrating tonight. The Shawnee hills are alive with the sound of our feet. Enjoy every note. Then let’s chow and watch for...
by Nancy English | Apr 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
4402 W 63rd Terrace Prairie Village, KS 66208 #913.262.1873 Get in your run and your dinner at Maggie’s house tonight. After dinner, we will go out on our street to watch the fireworks set off at the nearby country clubs. Don’t miss this red white and blue WNR!...
by Nancy English | Mar 15, 2012 | Uncategorized
The brand new KCTC Spring Racing Series is under way! Last weekend we kicked it off with the 34th Annual Westport St. Patrick’s Day Run. Click here to see the leaderboard after one event. This year’s racing series is unlike any racing series that has preceded it. It...
by Nancy English | Feb 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
Dust off your running shoes and get them out of the house and onto the pavement this week! With such a great response to our Spring I class, we have decided it was time to start a Spring II Beginning Runners Class! This Monday night, March 5th, you can join us at 5:45...
by Nancy English | Feb 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
THE KANSAS CITY TRACK CLUB’s 34TH ANNUAL ST. PAT’S DAY RUN Join us on March 10, 2012 at 10 AM. New this year is a green running shirt for each participant. Get your costumes ready! We are giving away green KCTC Logo neck warmers to the first 180 runners that show up...
by Nancy English | Jan 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
The next Brew Ha Ha is Thurs. Feb 9th, 6-9pm at Granite City Tavern at Zona Rosa. Free appetizer pizza and Granite City is offering up $6. pitchers of beer. We will have give aways and raffle items! This is a short drive across the river and will be well worth it....
by Nancy English | Dec 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
Let Kansas City Track Club (KCTC) assist you with one of your New Year’s Resolutions, “Eat better, avoid injury, train in inclement weather, run through the mental blocks, run a marathon, or simply improve your fitness level as KCTC presents “Running on Solid Ground.”...
by Nancy English | Dec 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
THE KANSAS CITY TRACK CLUB’s 34TH ANNUAL ST. PAT’S DAY RUN Join us on March 10, 2012 at 10 AM. This fun 4 mile run/walk begins at the intersection of Westport Rd. & Pennsylvania Ave and takes you through the heart of Westport. Register Here
by Nancy English | Dec 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC’s St Pats 4 Miler, Brew To Brew & Cliff Hanger have all been named as State Championship Races by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). According to the RRCA: “The goal of the RRCA Championship Event Series is to shine a spotlight on well-run...
by Nancy English | Dec 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
Alan Poisner, long time member of KCTC is the USATF National Race Walk Committee’s Race Walker of the Year for his age division (age 75-79). He won a gold medal at the USATF Indoor, 3,000-meter walk in Albuquerque in March, took gold at the National Senior Games...
by Nancy English | Dec 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
Don’t miss an opportunity to start your year off right at the KCTC New Years Day Run 10am, Athletic Club of Overland Park. This year the route will go West on the trail. Run as far as you like and KCTC will have up to 10 miles marked. Free coffee and donuts...
by Nancy English | Dec 8, 2011 | Uncategorized
Some of the runners and friends enjoying the food and half price wine specials after a run on the Trolly Trail. Even though the day started off below 20degrees, shorts were seen by evening.
by raul | Nov 19, 2011 | results, Uncategorized
Richmond Turkey Trot 5K Results
by Nancy English | Nov 15, 2011 | Uncategorized
Beginning Runners Class: The spring session will begin Mon, Jan 23, 2012, and will be led by Lou and other club members. The classes are free to all current Track Club members and members can attend as many sessions as you like. There are ten weekly runs, each lasting...
by Nancy English | Nov 10, 2011 | Uncategorized
Three very fast and classy ladies set MO State Age Group records at the 2011 KCUMB Cliff Hanger according to records guru, Mike Lundgren. Audrey Smith 9 yrs in the 5K and Kathy Johnson and Cindy Cameron in the 8K. Cindy and Kathy were also RRCA MO State Champs in the...
by Nancy English | Nov 8, 2011 | Uncategorized
The weather on Sunday morning was perfect for some very fast times on beautiful Cliff Drive. Runners in the Elite Start were flying. Almost 1100 runners and walkers enjoyed the course and the pancakes. The 8K was an RRCA State Championship event. You can check...
by Nancy English | Nov 8, 2011 | results, Uncategorized
Cliff Hanger 2011 combined results for awards
by Nancy English | Oct 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
It’s time to sign up for the Cliff Hanger, KCTC’s fall race that raises money for charities in the Historic Northeast and MO Special Olympics. This year we have a special Elite Start at 8 am and the regular Recreation Start for slower runners, walkers and...
by Nancy English | Oct 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC has some new signs! Watch for these at all of our group runs and invite runners to join us.
by Nancy English | Oct 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
Last week’s Chili Contest at the Boulevard Brewery was just too much fun! The contest winners were: Raul Flores, Joe Fitle, Tom Summers, Dan Werkovitch and KeKe Pounds. There were alot of secret ingredients revealed so expect some stiff competition again next...
by Nancy English | Oct 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
Thanks to our 53 volunteers that helped KCTC with Aide Station #2 at 3.9miles. It was fun and Lou and Dave had a special surprise- each volunteer received a KCTC logo hat and custom dyed orange gloves to wear that morning. At least we know the fashion police...
by Nancy English | Oct 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
Everyone had fun at the KC Marathon Expo last weekend. It was so great to see all our runner friends the two days before the marathon. We hope you all had a successful race! KCTC had two booths and we thought our time was well worth it to let everyone know...
by Nancy English | Oct 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
Lee’s Summit Runners! A new group run/walk is starting Sat. Oct 22 at 7am at Gusto Coffee across from Longview College (3390 SW Fascination Dr., Lee’s Summit, MO 64081). We plan to run/walk from there every Sat. at the same time. We will head towards the...
by Nancy English | Oct 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC will be at the KC Marathon Expo in booth #216. Stop by to see our high quality/low cost logo apparel. Receive a Free KCTC coffee mug designed by Lou Joline when you join or renew your membership. Thurs. noon -7pm and Fri. 10am-9pm. See you there!...
by Nancy English | Sep 28, 2011 | Uncategorized
The beginning runners class started Monday with 38 new runners! Its not too late to join. Show up at 5:45 any Monday for the next 9 weeks at Garry Gribbles Running Sport, Ward Parkway Center 87th and State Line and join in! For information contact...
by Nancy English | Sep 28, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC thinks Trudy Nepstad is as inspiring as her grandaugher does! Read this beautiful article about Trudy! http://smeharbinger.net/opinion/jogging-through-generations
by Nancy English | Sep 26, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC proudly presents the 2011 KCUMB Cliff Hanger 5K/8K. We’ve added an 8 am start for Elite Runners and the 8K is an RRCA State Championship Race. But if you want to walk, run slower, or sleep in there’s the same 9 am start you love. And speaking of...
by Nancy English | Sep 24, 2011 | Uncategorized
Strutt with your Mutt was an overwhelming success with beautiful weather, more participants, and more dogs then ever before. Plus the event had a record number of sponsors. KCTC’s Dave Boone is posing with event director Ashlee Parker of Wayside Waifs
by Nancy English | Sep 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
Dana Meier, a new track club member and cyclist was asked to lead out the Helen Gold 5K on his bike. He not only did a great job but had such a good time, he wrote an article about it. Race Leader Article
by Nancy English | Sep 13, 2011 | Uncategorized
Bob Cook, long time KCTC member, completed the Great Prostate Challenge 5K this weekend along with a whole team of friends. We hope Bob is on the road to recovery!
by Nancy English | Sep 13, 2011 | Uncategorized
This years annual Wed Night ReRun included a Scavenger Hunt Run, lots of prizes to spin for and a party at The Well. What a great time. Can you believe this has been going on for 30 years?
by Nancy English | Sep 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
The fall new runners and walkers class will start at 5:45 pm on Monday, September 26th. The tenth and final class will be November 21st. The classes start at Garry Gribble’s Running Sports store in the Ward Parkway Shopping Center, between State Line Road and...
by Nancy English | Sep 6, 2011 | Uncategorized
Stacey Slover won her age group 40-45 at the Heart of America Marathon in Columbia, MO on Labor Day. Stacey travels to Columbia for this race annually and she PR’d at this one!
by Nancy English | Sep 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
Are you running with no ID? KCTC has FREE SHOE ID TAGS. Get yours at any of our events, from a board member or group run leader or at Garry Gribble Running Sports Stores- displays at the cash register! You can use these on your running shoes and your kids...
by Nancy English | Aug 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
The Kansas City Track Club Ambassadors are a tight-knit community of runners and walkers in the Kansas City area. As a KCTC Ambassador you do not have to be the fastest runner, or the most experienced, but you do have to be passionate and dedicated to helping grow the...
by Nancy English | Aug 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
We were chillin and grillin on 88th and Roe when Tom Cotter and Jeff Remsburg hosted WNR at their month old Active Health Solutions practice. Tom’s a runner and Jeff’s a triathlete who are very new to the KC area but already have discovered how much fun...
by Nancy English | Aug 20, 2011 | Uncategorized
Our very efficient KCTC Treasurer, Dave Boone, is BACK! Dave has a brand new hip and just took 2nd in his age group at the Chance for Children 5K.
by raul | Aug 20, 2011 | results, Uncategorized
A Chance For Children 5k/10k Results
by Nancy English | Aug 15, 2011 | Uncategorized
We had a great turnout at Harvesters on Saturday–and thank you to all of you who came! Where else would you be able to wear a green hairnet??? Photo Album
by Nancy English | Aug 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
Meet John the KCTC Intervals Coach. Intervals sessions are FREE for KCTC members and are Tuesdays at 5:30pm in Franklin Park, Prarie Village just south of Somerset and Roe Blvd and Saturday 6:30am leaves from Aixois at 55th and Brookside Blvd with training in Mill...
by Nancy English | Aug 10, 2011 | KCTC News Letters, Uncategorized
There is alot happening at KC Track Club. Stay informed and join us for our many events. Read Here
by Nancy English | Aug 5, 2011 | Uncategorized
I am heading back to Manhattan to begin my senior year at K-State, and the thing I will miss the most about Kansas City is the Kansas City Track Club. I moved to Kansas City for the summer as an intern. Being from a small town, running alone in the city was...
by Nancy English | Aug 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
For More Information: www.cliffhangerrun.com
by Nancy English | Aug 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
It would be unfair to call Steve Fuller’s bucket list an actual list. There are just too many categories to it. In the course of a conversation with the North Kansas City attorney, he’ll rattle off the number of Mexican states he’s visited or tell you about his goal...
by Nancy English | Jul 26, 2011 | Uncategorized
Every July runners, bikers and friends gather to wish Lou Joline a Happy Birthday and jump in Lake Tapawingo. Last Wednesday about 45 people faced the heat to run and were rewarded with a cooling soak. Lou is front wearing the floral trunks.
by Nancy English | Jul 22, 2011 | Uncategorized
?????Looking for inspiration to train for the 2012 Brew To Brew? This article appeared in UltraRunning magazine – July 2011/www.ultrarunning.com Brew to Brew Coverage_July UltraRunning Magazine
by Nancy English | Jul 20, 2011 | Uncategorized
Who wants to run on Sunday in Independence? You can run Independent(ly) or with a group, your choice. We will meet at 6:30 am behind the old O’Charlies (behind Cold Stone Creamery), at the start of the Little Blue trace trail… There is a lot of trail to be...
by Nancy English | Jul 15, 2011 | Uncategorized
10K & 5K, Friday Night, Aug. 5, 8pm-ish, Wyandotte County Lake, KC, Kansas (Start/Finish is near the main park entrance) More Info Register Now This is an out-and-back course, with a “lollipop” at the end of the out and back. A FLASHLIGHT OR...
by Nancy English | Jul 15, 2011 | Uncategorized
The Sunday Long Run will now start at 6:30am and then we will run back to meet anyone that wants to start at 7:30am instead! Meet at the Hen House parking lot in Prairie Village Shopping Center at 71st and Mission Road. This is usually a large group with all paces...
by Nancy English | Jun 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
There’s alot of buzz about the new Sat 6:30am running group meeting in front of Aixois at 55th St and Brookside Blvd. The plan is to meet your needs wherever you are in your running life. We will have a course mapped out for any distance from 3-12miles. 12 miles...
by Nancy English | Jun 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
The Heartland RaceWalkers competed on June 24-25th in the National Senior Games in Houston, TX. The weather was hot and humid. All competitors had won medals in their state games. The 1500-meter race was held at a high school track (35 miles from Houston) that had...
by Nancy English | Jun 24, 2011 | Uncategorized
Reminder about new Sat 6:30am running group meeting in front of Aixois at 55th st and Brookside Blvd. We will leave at 6:35am and run as long or short as you want. Have coffee at Aixois after the run if you have time!
by Nancy English | Jun 24, 2011 | Uncategorized
Lou designed some coffee mugs for KCTC members. They are 15oz ceramic with a navy interior. Both sides are printed- one side with KCTC logo and the other with another great cartoon by Lou Joline! Go HERE to buy!
by Nancy English | Jun 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
Want to run the KC Marathon? KCTC has a marathon training group starting Sun. June 19th in conjunction with our regular long run group. Meet at 7:30am at Mission and Tomahawk Roads in the Hen House/US Bank parking lot. As distances...
by Nancy English | Jun 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC was working the finish at Dog n Jog this Sunday on the Plaza. These guys seem to be enjoying the crowd.
by Nancy English | Jun 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
Volunteer for a shift at Harvesters with the KC Track Club! When: Saturday, August 13, 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Harvesters, 3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO What: Working to organize or sort food donations at the food bank/distribution center Join us after for pizza or...
by Nancy English | Jun 6, 2011 | Uncategorized
To meet the needs of walkers on the Kansas side, KCTC has formed a new walking group meeting every Saturday at 9am at Antioch Park in Merriam, KS. This group will meet at shelter 3 at approximately 8:50am beginning June 11th. Free to KCTC members!
by Nancy English | Jun 5, 2011 | Uncategorized
Steve and President Nancy at the KCTC booth at the Hospital Hill Expo. It was a great chance to meet some new and old friends and tell people about the all the great running and walking opportunities with KCTC. BTW, the KCTC TEAM won the Saucony Team Challenge...
by Nancy English | Jun 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
Feeling the need for some motivation? Any KCTC member gets a FREE entry for Lou Joline’s Running 101 class which starts Monday June 6th. The class meets at 5:45 pm at Garry Gribble’s Running Sports in the Ward Parkway Shopping Center. You can walk, walk and jog or...
by Nancy English | May 27, 2011 | Uncategorized
After ten days of rain and tornado warnings, clear blue skies greeted the first KCTC Brew-Ha-Ha. About sixty members and guests enjoyed drinks and appetizers, on the outside patio at The Well in Waldo. Leaders of club activities (Trail Nerding, Intervals, Long Runs,...
by Nancy English | May 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
First KCTC Brew Ha Ha! is tomorrow, May 26, 6 to 8 pm at The Well in Waldo. We’ll have free appetizers, a cash bar and a chance to meet our board, coaches and run leaders, as well as other members. Come out and kick off the long weekend with KCTC.
by Nancy English | May 23, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC, RRCA and Weight Watchers put on the largest 5K WALK !T event in the US on Sunday at Macken Park in North KC. We had 1000 people participating and smiles galore as Weight Watchers members accomplished their goal of doing a 5K. KCTC already has 2 Walk Local...
by Nancy English | May 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
Thursday Mornings on The Plaza, 6am, Meet Ryan Knapp at Mill Creek Park at the fountain (corner of Broadway & Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd.). Distances will vary and it will be an out and back on The Trolley Trail and some core workout if you are interested. You can...
by Nancy English | May 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
10th Annual Tom Logan Memorial Tour de Lakes Bike Ride, Saturday, June 25, 7 a.m. www.tourdelakes.org Experience one of Kansas City’s Most Beautiful Rides Fully supported with 4 SAGS – 3 distances: 10.7 miles around Longview Lake; 30.8 miles...
by Nancy English | May 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
We entered a team at the Leavenworth Five Trails Half Marathon in the Mixed Masters Division. There were 6 runners (see below) and we all did well. Some did especially well. Stacey Slover won the women’s masters 1st place. Mark Lindman won 2nd in his age...
by Nancy English | May 13, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC is sponsoring a Weight Watchers Walk on May 22nd at 8am in Macken Park. The walk is FULL with 1,001 people registered! We need volunteers so contact kctcrunner@gmail.com if you can donate a couple of hours! Even better news- KCTC is starting walking groups in...
by Nancy English | May 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
Our Wednesday Night Run Czar, Maggie, gets special treatment. And she deserves it!
by Nancy English | May 11, 2011 | Uncategorized
Save the date! Thursday May 26th at 6pm is the first ever Kansas City Track Club Brew Ha Ha, a fun get together for Track Club Members and guests at The Well in Waldo. KCTC says “It’s not another boring meeting”… There will be a cash bar with...
by Nancy English | May 10, 2011 | Uncategorized
The first Monday Night Run took place with 13 runners pounding the hot gravel on the Trolley Trail. About 8 more runners joined us just for beer and food afterward. The service at The Well rocks. Runners are welcome to join us anytime. We will be there every monday...
by Nancy English | May 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC is sponsoring a Monday Night Run from The Well in Waldo every Monday at 6pm. All paces and distances and FREE to KCTC members. After your run, cool off with $3. beers and free appetizers. Ask where the KC Track Club is sitting that night. We will have reserved...
by Nancy English | May 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC was out helping at the Law Day 5K on a chilly Sunday Morning. The run along Brush Creek and through the Kauffman Center gardens raises money for Legal Aid.
by Nancy English | Apr 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
Come out and run the Law Day 5K along Brush Creek from the beautiful Kauffman Gardens to the Plaza and back. Past years have featured way cool gavels just like Judge Judy wields for the winners. Examine the evidence in more detail and sign up at...
by Nancy English | Apr 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
Looking For A Long Run Training Group? KCTC sponsors a year round Sunday morning Long Run Training Group every Sunday at 7:30am. The group leaves at 7:35am sharp. Meet at Prairie Village Shops at Mission & Tomahawk Rds and Park in front of Hen House. David Virtue...
by Nancy English | Apr 16, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC was at the Steps to the Cure 5K benefiting Parkinson’s. This is a part of the large Team Jan who braved the cold for a great cause. BTW KCTC member Matt Greer won the race in a bit over 19 minutes.
by Nancy English | Apr 14, 2011 | Uncategorized
Runner’s World website features an article on the trails around Perry Lake by Ben Holmes.
by Nancy English | Apr 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
Start: Sunday April 17th at 7:30am. The group will leave at 7:35am sharp. Location: Prairie Village Shops at Mission & Tomahawk Rds. Park in front of Hen House & the bank. David Virtue of BIG MILES TRAINING fame will lead this group. The group will...
by Nancy English | Apr 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
We’re not kidding when we say Wednesday Night Run has all ages. Here’s the youngest, Issac and mom Angie who came with dad Matt and big brother Ethan. Angie and Issac walked but we’re sure he’s got the running genes. A wonderful evening to...
by Nancy English | Apr 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
Brooks Williams, the ultra runner with cystic fibrosis who’s been written up in Runner’s World won the solo Brew to Brew title this year. He’s shown with Andy Henshaw (red shirt) who holds the B2B course record. What a great day for running and...
by Nancy English | Apr 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
Brew to Brew could not happen without our wonderful volunteers. KCTC wants to thank the Roasterie for again allowing us to use their space to host our volunteer briefing/supplies pickup. Dana Wilson from Cystic Fibrosis spoke and of course there were some words of...
by Nancy English | Mar 19, 2011 | Uncategorized
Want to get more out of running ? This is a running series for everyone! It is designed to provide motivation and fun for runners or walkers whether you are a beginner or a veteran; slow or extremely talented, you can participate and WIN! Runner must be a KCTC...
by Nancy English | Mar 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
It was a beautiful night for a WNR! Racewalker Alan and runner Elizabeth compared notes after enjoying the route to Loose Park. Apparently everyone else in KC agreed since the Loose Park trail was packed with people after a long cold winter. Come on out the winter...
by Nancy English | Mar 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
A very inspirational (short) video for Braden’s Hope Mile & 5K. Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nI0CzNLod9U Event Details: Saturday, April 16, 2011 2nd Annual Braden’s Hope Mile & 5K (Paved) 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk And Fundraiser...
by Nancy English | Mar 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC hosted the Westport St. Patrick’s Day 4 Miler with 3,600 runners. The day was perfect for a race and everyone was able to party afterward- outside! Pictured is Roger Samuel, KCTC member, crossing the finish line and two aliens that flew in for the...
by Nancy English | Mar 11, 2011 | Uncategorized
THE BREW TO BREW RELAY TO LAWRENCE IS NOW FILLED. THANKS TO EVERYONE IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY FOR SUPPORTING THE RACE AND THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION. YOU CAN STILL MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR TEAM. YOU CAN STILL ORDER CLOTHING UNTIL MARCH 19TH:...
by Nancy English | Mar 8, 2011 | Uncategorized
The USATF National Masters Indoor Track & Field Meet was held in Albuquerque March 4-6. A KC Track Club member, Alan Poisner won a Gold Medal in the 3000-meter walk in the 75-79 age division on a banked track in the convention center. His time (19:47) would have...
by Nancy English | Mar 5, 2011 | Uncategorized
Want to run faster and sharpen your skills? Intervals Training starts next Tuesday at 75th and Mission Rd, Shawnee Mission East Track at 5:30- 7pm. Sessions are free to KCTC members and you can sign up that night. Join in anytime you need to and just show up. John...
by Nancy English | Mar 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
Bugles and Terry are a Wednesday Night Run tradition. So this week to wish Terry a happy birthday there was a very unique Bugles Cake. Photo shows Terry, the cake and an authentic bag of Bugles.
by Nancy English | Feb 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC runners and walkers enjoyed clear streets, 60 deg temperatures and great food and friends at WNR. We also presented Trudy with a birthday card and flowers. Trudy has way more countries on her passport than candles on her cake and shows no signs of slowing...
by Nancy English | Feb 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
The WNR crew filled several tables at the Bella Napoli in Brookside. The Trolley Trail was a little muddy but everyone loved the Big Thaw.
by Nancy English | Feb 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC and the KC Express were busy handing out flyers for Brew to Brew (April 3, 2011) and the Mother’s Day 5K (May 8, 2011) to everyone walking out of the Ground Hog Run Sunday. Left to right, Shelia, Terry, Steve and Sue.
by Nancy English | Feb 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
Northland Runners are known for their talent and dedication. There are always runners in the group training for races of every distance and also in recovery. Join them on Tues or Thurs evenings at 5:30pm in Macken Park. Northland Runners do not cancel and run in any...
by Nancy English | Jan 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
Dave Boone, former KCTC President, received the Volunteer of the Year award at the annual board get together on Sunday. The award should probably read Volunteer of the Decade to begin to do justice to Dave’s contributions. Thanks Dave for all hard...
by Nancy English | Jan 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
Wyco Fire and Ice 5K The Trail Nerds got some nice coverage on the local news for their Ice 5K trail run on Jan. 16th. Click on the link and check out this winter run.
by Nancy English | Jan 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
Girls on the Run of Johnson County is expanding to 24 sites this spring and is in need of volunteer coaches. Volunteering as a coach is a life-changing experience. You share your time and energy, and instill a positive self-image in girls 3rd-8th grade. Added...
by raul | Jan 16, 2011 | results, Uncategorized
Psycho 5k Ice Version Trail Run Age Group Results January 16, 2011 RDTS…Questions About Results e-mail runsfar@kc.rr.com Overall Female Overall Winners Place Name City Bib No Age Overall Time 1 CARLENE MAYFIELD KANSAS CITY KS 56 22 10 27:56.0 Female 10 to 19...
by Nancy English | Jan 13, 2011 | Uncategorized
Got the post holidays blues and feeling the need for some motivation. Any KCTC member gets a FREE entry for Lou Joline’s Running 101 class which starts Jan. 24. The class meets at 5:45 pm at Garry Gribble’s Running Sports in the Ward Parkway Shopping...
by Nancy English | Jan 10, 2011 | Uncategorized
KCTC member Kyra Bronson won a KCTC raffle for a free registration to Walt Disney World Marathon. With all that money she saved, she bought herself a special running outfit. Kyra is a new runner, started with Lou’s beginning runners class and now leads the KCTC...
by Nancy English | Jan 6, 2011 | Uncategorized
Over 30 runners and walkers celebrated the birthdays of three special KCTC members at Trudy’s always wonderful WNR. Here’s the WNR Czarina, Maggie, blowing out the candles. Raul and Vic also got a chance to make a wish. We had a special African soup and...
by Nancy English | Jan 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
Over 120 runners and walkers gathered at the Athletic Club of Overland Park to welcome the New Year with a run on the nearby trails. At the club there were snacks and hot drinks and a chance to catch up with old friends. This year was cold but sunny with no ice on...
by Nancy English | Dec 31, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC is raffling 6 tickets to Hood to Coast Movie showing on 1/11/11 at the Town Center Theatre 7:30pm. Eligibility: be a kctc member, if you have a facebook acct “like” our page and sign up for our newsletter at www.kctrack.org. Email:...
by Nancy English | Dec 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
The best presents have to include good health and good friends. A Dec. 26th run at Raul and Nancy’s with some of the Northland Runners and KCTC folks and friends. What’s best after a cold morning run? A hot Irish coffee.
by Nancy English | Dec 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Dec 19, 2010 | Uncategorized
Don’t forget the New Year’s Day fun run at the Athletic Club of Overland Park, 10440 Marty. Jan 1, 2011, 10 am. No fees, no awards, just show up and run or walk. Snacks and hot drinks inside the club after the run.
by Nancy English | Dec 16, 2010 | Uncategorized
Old and new friends gathered despite freezing drizzle warnings for a mellow evening with a bit of outdoor activity. Although KCTC never plugs area businesses, we have to tell you to check out Lisa’s new boutique, Luticia Clementine’s, on the square in...
by Nancy English | Dec 13, 2010 | Uncategorized
Northland Runners are meeting at runners homes on Sunday mornings at 8am from now until April. Dan Hatcher, Ron Bodine and Raul Flores enjoy coffee and breakfast after their run.
by Nancy English | Dec 12, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC attended the kick off meeting of Kansas RRCA Road Runners Clubs of America affiliated running clubs. Representatives from the KC Express, KCTC, Sunflower Striders, Washburn U, the Manhattan Cross Country Club, Run Lawrence, the Lawrence Trail Hawks, the Trail...
by Nancy English | Dec 12, 2010 | Trail Nerds, Uncategorized
The KC Trail Nerds did their 9th Alternate Chili Run at Wyandotte Co. lake. The Nerds start early and do the tough WyCo trails before the rest of us start off to circle Wyandotte Co. lake on nice asphalt roads at the MARA sponsored Chili Run. The Alternate Chili Run...
by Nancy English | Dec 9, 2010 | Uncategorized
The Metro Walk and Run and Sports Medicine Store at 95th and Metcalf hosted us with some good food and store specials on running gear and potential Christmas gifts.
by Nancy English | Dec 5, 2010 | Uncategorized
Bruce Gilbert, long time KCTC member, ran his 63rd marathon at the 2010 New York City Marathon, Nov. 7th. He reports #63 was a blast followed by Gobbler Grind 2010 for #64. He’s been doing marathons for 42 years. Way to go, Bruce!
by Nancy English | Dec 2, 2010 | Uncategorized
Lots of beautiful holiday lights on our WNR from Ziva’s, including her blue and white Hanukkah decked house. From now until New Year’s we recommend the Brookside / Plaza area for some great ligh displays, like the Country Club Plaza and Romany Road off...
by Nancy English | Nov 25, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC was doing the finish line again this year at the Sprint Thanksgiving Day 5K. About 7000 people came out to run fast or walk slow before the big meal. That’s Trail Nerd Brad Bishop one of our great volunteers. And really it wasn’t that cold after...
by Nancy English | Nov 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
Many people need motivation in the winter to keep running. Here is Lou’s advice to keep you going through the cold, dark months! Wear a reflective vest Subscribe to Runners World so that receiving the monthly magazine reminds you that you are a runner Find and...
by Nancy English | Nov 22, 2010 | Uncategorized
The KCTC Leawood Thursday Night Runners have a new, warm winter meeting place: Elite Cycling (and running) 10673 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS 66206. If you can’t google a map, call the store at 913-648-6277 for directions. Meet at 5:30pm every thursday and wait for...
by Nancy English | Nov 14, 2010 | Uncategorized
by Nancy English | Nov 7, 2010 | Uncategorized
Another perfect morning on Cliff Drive for over 1300 runners and walkers. For more photos of the run and the Historic Northeast go to Seekcrun.com and Hyperblogal. KCTC wants to thank everyone who ran, walked or volunteered. See you next year!
by Nancy English | Nov 2, 2010 | Uncategorized
Race Director and local running legend, Lou Joline, poses with Cat Woman, Carol Frike, who did 50 miles in 8:33:48 in costume all the way. Sunday was the 16th running of 50/50 now run on the Little Blue Trace trail in Blue Springs, MO. The run billed as a 50 miler...
by Nancy English | Nov 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
Steve Fuller, long time KCTC member who has run multiple marathons on every continent placed 3rd in 60-64 age group at the Boulder Marathon
by Nancy English | Oct 29, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC board member, Steve Mathews and sons, Colby on the left and Gregory on the right, after finishing the Wisconsin Dells Marathon last weekend. Note the KCTC and Brew to Brew shirts. These guys are some great advertising for KC running.
by Nancy English | Oct 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
Colonnade Ecological Restoration Workday and Clean Up Saturday, November 13, 2010 (Rain Date: Nov. 20) 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Location: Colonnade on the Concourse Lunch for volunteers Help bring back the beauty and safety of a historic Cliff Drive path. Join us as we remove...
by Nancy English | Oct 25, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC was at the Landing in Parkville on a beautiful fall afternoon with a fun run on the trail along the river, a pot luck dinner and some great costumes.
by Nancy English | Oct 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
Over 1,100 runners and walkers came out to support Church of the Resurrection’s AIDS project in Africa.
by Nancy English | Oct 21, 2010 | Uncategorized
It doesn’t get any better than this! Join us for a beautiful autumn run or walk on Cliff Drive and a free pancake breakfast… Get a heavy weight long sleeve tee, and help Neighbor to Neighbor, Gladstone Elementary and Special Olympics…Presented by KCTC! ...
by Nancy English | Oct 19, 2010 | Uncategorized
FREE RUN & PARTY Sun Oct 24th 4pm Parkville, English Landing Run! Any distance but watch out for treats & goblins along the way. Or you can walk if you dare See your friend’s goofy Halloween Costumes. Prizes will be awarded for: Best Overall, Are You...
by Nancy English | Oct 16, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC had Bishop Miege cheerleades at our aide station cheering the runners on.
by Nancy English | Oct 16, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC had 40 super volunteers at our aide station at 31st & Main by Mark Lowe’s Contract Furnishings. Note that the crew is wearing KCTC hats. Thanks to everyone who came out to volunteer.
by raul | Oct 16, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC is offering 2 free admissions to the 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon. This is a $135 value and gives a you a chance to run in Florida in January. If you would like to put your name in a drawing for the free registration code please email kctcrunner@gmail.com....
by Nancy English | Oct 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
The KCTC booth at the Marathon Expo was a busy spot. Steve Mathews was our main man, working two long days with some of the rest of us stopping by to help out. And yes we did give out candy.
by Nancy English | Oct 12, 2010 | Uncategorized
Here’s a beautiful photo of Cliff Drive, the venue for the 25th Cliff Hanger 5K/8K. The photo is by David Remley, a photographer who lives in the Historic Northeast and often photographs around the KC Museum and Cliff Drive. You can see more photos of Cliff...
by Nancy English | Oct 10, 2010 | Uncategorized
The Olathe Running Club and Sam Micelli, staged the biggest Jared Coones 5K yet with 3500 participants – 1500 were grade school and middle school students! As one older runner observed, “they are the future of running”. Some of the schools even...
by Nancy English | Oct 8, 2010 | Uncategorized
Danielle, Monica (our host) and Raul after a wonderful run through old Leawood. We got to see some special 1950’s Drummond houses on the route. And enjoy the fire pit on patio. Our next WNR is at Governor Stumpy’s close to the Trolley Trail and with $3...
by Nancy English | Oct 4, 2010 | Uncategorized
BJ and Ann Nelson at Dick Ross’ Volunteer Appreciation Party at SMP. Dick was doing his thing and taking photos of the guests.
by Nancy English | Oct 4, 2010 | Uncategorized
After 41 years working at Hallmark, longtime kctc member, Mike Schup retired Friday. Yep, he started there when he was 17. Now he has more time to run and pursue his artistic interests.
by Nancy English | Oct 2, 2010 | Uncategorized
It was a good day for some kctc members at the Roots and Blues half marathon in Columbia, MO. Awards were bottles of wine from one of the sponsors! Stacey Slover. 1:36. First in age group Mark Lidman. 2:05. 2nd in age group Donna Romans. first in her age group....
by Nancy English | Sep 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC Northland Runner, Dustin Criscione from Liberty, age 31 placed first in his age division and 6th overall at the Smithville Dam 10K. In spite of high head winds, Dustin prevailed. Way to go Dustin!
by Nancy English | Sep 25, 2010 | Uncategorized
Saturday morning went to the dogs with KCTC busy helping with the first 5K at Strut your Mutt in Brookside. This family likes to have a “big and a small dog” and they really mean BIG. (It’s only a puppy – really)
by Nancy English | Sep 25, 2010 | Uncategorized
Josh Littrell will lead a Longview Lake Trail Group Run on weekday evenings around 6pm. Josh is a coach and is flexible about meeting times. The Longview Lake Trail is recently completed and is easy on your knees with beautiful scenery. Or you can meet up to run in...
by Nancy English | Sep 25, 2010 | Uncategorized
The Union Hill Neighbors met for the first time this morning. You can join them every Saturday at 7am at Crown Center Fountains for a run of whatever distance or pace suits the runners that morning. Kimberly Saunders is leading this group and you can contact her at...
by Nancy English | Sep 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
It was a perfect night for a run on the Trolley Trail and pizza with friends. Ryan and daughter Grace and new-to-KC runner Erin were part of the KCTC crew.
by Nancy English | Sep 21, 2010 | Uncategorized
The new session of the beginning runners class started last night. The class toughed out the unseasonably hot weather and came back after 3 miles looking like seasoned runners. Anyone can join the class at any time. Every Monday, 5:45pm at Garry Gribbles in Ward...
by Nancy English | Sep 20, 2010 | Uncategorized
One of our favorite Northlanders, Stacey Slover, shows off her way cool trophy after winning the women’s masters division at the Zoo Run 4 miler with a blistering 26:46.
by Nancy English | Sep 20, 2010 | Uncategorized
David Cudmore, age 50, from Lee’s Summit placed first overall in Shawnee Mission Park on Saturday at the Raymond Caffrey Memorial 5K. The weather was perfect for this first year race. Watch for this race again next year as the organizers are...
by Nancy English | Sep 18, 2010 | Uncategorized
Melissa doing the results the old fashioned way – by hand at the Jesse James 5K/10K in Kearney, MO. KCTC was punching in times, pulling tags and tallying results like back in Jesse’s day. BTW Jesse is buried in the cemetery just across from the finish...
by raul | Sep 18, 2010 | results, Uncategorized
S.S Hope 5K S.S Hope 5K Age Group Results September 18, 2010 RDTS…Questions About Results e-mail runsfar@kc.rr.com Overall Female Overall Winners Place Name City Bib No Age Overall Time 1 Jenny Young Lees Summit MO 174 40 7 24:33.8 Unknown Age Place Name...
by Nancy English | Sep 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
Only the bravest KCTC members drove in torrential rain to Dave and Janes house but WOW was it worth the drive! We always eat well at this WNR and the cookies are the best you will ever have. Jane and Dave met at Wed Night Run many years ago so we take credit for their...
by Nancy English | Sep 14, 2010 | Uncategorized
Many of you know Mary Edwards, Deb Callaway, Nancy Weber and Margi Sells all long time members of the Kansas City running community and of KCTC. The four friends are bicycling across the US (with some great support) and are documenting the journey on a blog with...
by Nancy English | Sep 11, 2010 | Uncategorized
Bradley Brooker with his mom, Shirley Brooker, and kids after the race. Bradley and Ron Gold started the race to honor their mothers and to raise money to fight Parkinson’s. BTW, Derek Tate set a course record in the 5K with a 15:14.
by Nancy English | Sep 9, 2010 | Uncategorized
Emma (top) beat out some serious competition, twice her age, to win the overall Hula Hoop event. It was a perfect evening for the annual WNR ReRun at the Loose Park Pavilion when old friends and brand new WNRunner’s gathered to celebrate another year of WNR...
by Nancy English | Sep 7, 2010 | Uncategorized
Northland Runners, Stacey Slover won first in Masters and Steve Fuller won third in his age group at Heart of...
by Nancy English | Sep 6, 2010 | Uncategorized
Suzie Turner at the Leawood Labor Day 5K modeling the way cool Cliff Hanger cap. BTW, Suzie was second in her age group. Want more info on the upcoming Cliff Hanger? Go to www.cliffhangerrun.com.
by Nancy English | Sep 6, 2010 | Uncategorized
Fastest Woman, Connie Abbott and friends (Connie is 2nd from right) after the Leawood Labor Day 5K where Connie ran a blistering 17:37.
by Nancy English | Sep 2, 2010 | Uncategorized
Dan Werkovitch completed a 340 mile endurance race across Missouri in a boat and astounded his KCTC friends. Dan endured miles of wind, heat, bugs and rain and finished in less than 88 hrs. It wasn’t no mama’s boy float trip. AND THEN he whipped up some...
by Nancy English | Sep 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
John Anderson and Maggie McCoy were part of the KCTC crew at a sag stop for the Summer Breeze Bike Ride put on by the Kansas City Bicycle Club last Sunday.
by Nancy English | Aug 30, 2010 | Uncategorized
Mel at Mud and Muck after pulling people out of the mud pit. Yes, KCTC asks a lot of board members.
by Nancy English | Aug 26, 2010 | Uncategorized
One of our favorite running divas, Carolyn Mitchell and daughter Connie were out in Shawnee Mission Park this weekend. They’re training for Carolyn’s upcoming 100th marathon in Oct. Oh, BTW, did we mention that she’s already done the SEVEN...
by Nancy English | Aug 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC members won hardware at Chance For Children 5K on Saturday. Dave Bierschmit, the founder of KCTC, won first in his age group and Larry Everly won 2nd in his age group.
by Nancy English | Aug 22, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC volunteers work an assembly line making up packages for the BackSnack program that feeds over 8000 area school children. The kids take home a backpack filled with food for the weekend, and for many this may be the only food they get. We got a wonderful response...
by Nancy English | Aug 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
Come out and get muddy – very muddy and help raise some money for Harvesters. There’s a MUD PIT to cross and a Mud Slide! Costumes are encouraged & prizes will be awarded in many categories! Spend part of your weekend getting down and dirty. Post race...
by Nancy English | Aug 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
Heidi Bryant Englert and Herb Brown after the Farmstead Stampede 5K on Saturday. Heidi was the women’s 3rd overall finisher and Herb was third among men 70- 74.
by Nancy English | Aug 13, 2010 | Uncategorized
Janice Woolery, the Kansas State representative of the Road Runners Clubs of America, joined the WNR crew at Bob and Anne Cook’s. Latest on the Cooker’s recovery saga – Bob ran 3 miles at noon Wednesday. He’s back.
by Nancy English | Aug 5, 2010 | Uncategorized
Regis dropped by yesterday’s Wednesday Night Run to socialize and pick up any food dropped on the floor.
by Nancy English | Aug 3, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC friends surprised Donna with a birthday and wedding anniversary party and some surprise guests: son Michael, daughter Susan, son-in-law Brian, and children. Grandsons Max and Teddy took the microphone and wished Grandma a Happy Birthday. Donna’s husband...
by Nancy English | Aug 2, 2010 | Uncategorized
Mario and Raul model the new KCTC summer hats. Want one? Come to a Wednesday Night Run or other KCTC event and pick one up. They’re free for KCTC members.
by Nancy English | Aug 2, 2010 | Uncategorized
Celebrating Lou Joline’s birthday at Lake Tapawingo is a KCTC tradition.
by Nancy English | Jul 28, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC members went home with medals and prizes from the Divine Run in Corporate Woods Saturday. George Macgregor and Thomas Moore placed 1st in their age divisions. Congratulations!
by Nancy English | Jul 26, 2010 | Uncategorized
The Heartland RaceWalkers have invited Dave McGovern for a World Class Racewalking Clinic, Overland Park, KS Aug 6-8. 2010 Friday: 6:30 Pasta dinner and orientation, Saturday: 9:00-5:00, Sunday: 8:00-4:00 Fee: $175, Registration Closing Date Sunday July 31, 2010 @...
by Nancy English | Jul 26, 2010 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
Here’s some tips from the RRCA for hot weather running. Stay safe. SummerRunning
by Nancy English | Jul 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
It was the hottest, most humid day of the season so far but kctc members stayed tough and ran from Dan & Tamera Kovacs house. Thanks to Dan and Tamera for a great course and fun evening!
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC and Northland Runner member Donny Danner places 2nd overall out of 204 runners at the Kirk Veach Memorial 5K in Lawson, MO. Kirk Veach 5K is an annual event to raise funds for Organ Donation and is part of the Lawson Annual 3 Day Picnic complete with Parade,...
by Nancy English | Jul 10, 2010 | Uncategorized
Dee Boeck, Kathy Johnson and Jane Tompkins show off some real hardware – horseshoes and ceramic mugs were given to Masters Winners at the Eudora 5K Horsethief run July 10. Kathy Johnson also won a Garmin as the age graded fastest runner in the race.
by Nancy English | Jul 8, 2010 | Uncategorized
The Thursday Night Leawood Runners have added a bike option to their workout routine. Meet at Leawood City Park at 5:30pm to bike and 6:30pm to run. You will always know who is going to show up by going to their facebook page. Bring your bike and /or running shoes to...
by Nancy English | Jun 20, 2010 | Uncategorized
Steve Mathews with two excellent high school volunteers at the Village Shalom Father’s day Run. This is the 23rd year for the run and KCTC has been involved for most of them.
by Nancy English | Jun 20, 2010 | Uncategorized
The Cooker, aka Bob Cook, long time KC runner and KCTC member is out of the hospital (twice) and recovering after falling off a ladder and breaking 6 ribs. The lesson here is: 1.) hire someone to clean your gutters and 2.) running keeps you in great shape. Bob’s...
by Nancy English | Jun 18, 2010 | Uncategorized
Maranatha Academy students enjoy some delicious shade and water after a hot Friday morning run. Students and coaches run in Shawnee Park during the summer to get ready for fall sports like cross country and soccer, or just to stay fit. Do you have a favorite running...
by Nancy English | Jun 18, 2010 | Uncategorized
Barb Schup DDS, holds the coveted Gold Tooth Award given to the KCTC runner with the best dental hygiene habits. Ok, just kidding but Barb really is a dentist. She and husband Mike hosted Wednesday Night Run this week. With a downpour outside, many of us decided to...
by Nancy English | Jun 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
From the KC Star June 17, 2010
by Nancy English | May 31, 2010 | results, Uncategorized
St Joe Parkway Run 5K St Joe Parkway Run 5K 5K Run Age Group Results May 29, 2010 RDTS…Questions About Results e-mail runsfar@kc.rr.com Men: 0-10 11-14 15-19 20-26 27-33 34-40 41-47 48-54 55-60 61-66 67-72 73-99 Women: 0-10 11-14 15-19 20-26 27-33 34-40 41-47...
by Nancy English | May 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC and RDTS staged the Olathe Girls on the Run 5K, May 22. Photo is by our friend Dick Ross.
by Nancy English | May 22, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC helped put on the 2nd annual BE 1! cross country 5K in Swope Park. BE 1! is a way to make a difference in the lives of students in KCMO schools. To BE 1! means choosing to invest in the lives of scholars in the Kansas City, Missouri School District (KCMSD)....
by Nancy English | May 13, 2010 | Uncategorized
Once again the design power house – Jane Smeltzer and friends grab the coveted Best Porta Potty Award at the KC Express’ Mother’s Day 5K. Photo by our friend Dick Ross, seekcrun.com
by Nancy English | May 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
KCTC members and friends love the Heart & Sole Classic 5K/10K put on by the Olathe Running Club. Photo by our friend Dick Ross, seekcrun.com.
by Nancy English | Apr 24, 2010 | Uncategorized
Another great off road race by our KC Trail Nerds and Mud Babes. Check out their featured link for all things off pavement.
by Nancy English | Apr 18, 2010 | Uncategorized
Yes, you get to run across THE Broadway Bridge. KCTC helps the KC Police stage a race for MO Special Olympics.
