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Northampton 5K XC Race Series

Tuesday evenings through September 25th

Now in its 26th season, Sugarloaf's Tuesday evening races in Northampton begin on April 3rd, at 6:30 p.m. The series continues every Tuesday through September 25th. Entry costs $5.00 for runners 18 years old and up; runners under 18 enter for free. We provide water, juice, fruit and cookies, an accurately measured 5 km. course through beautiful fields and woods, cash prizes to the first four finishers, and race bucks worth a free entry to age group winners. The starting area is located just past the Northampton Community Gardens on Burts Pit Road, one mile from the center of town. We have averaged 79 finishers/race. For any further information, please call Don Grant, race director, at (413) 584-7725.
Results can be viewed here . . .
SMAC Race Series 2012

14 Great road races - 1 Great Race Series!

INTRODUCING THE 2012 SMAC ROAD RACE SERIES

What is it ? a sampling of 14 fun and challenging road races
Where is it ? across Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties, from Greenfield to Monson (click here for a detailed list of races included in the series)
When is it ? beginning in March and going through November

Why ? Why not ??? Some of us run for the sake of competition, others just to participate. Some of us enjoy the sportsmanship, some do it just for fun. This series has been put together with all of us in mind, in the hopes that all of us will have a reason to give it a try!

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Thursday Night Track Workouts

Workouts begin April 19th, 2012

Thursday night track workouts to start on April 19th! SMAC will sponsor another year of Thursday night track workouts, held at the Eaglebrook School in Deerfield, off of routes 5 & 10. People gather around 5:30 to warm up and stretch, and the first interval goes off at 5:50 pm. The workouts are fun, and will make you stronger, faster, and less prone to injury. If you’ve never done supervised speed-work before, you’re in for a treat. Runners range in ability from super fast, to super enthusiastic. If you’re willing to work hard and have an enthusiastic attitude, you’ll fit right in. Workouts run through the beginning of October, and are emailed out ahead of time so even if you can’t make it to a given session, you can still do the workout on your own. It’s no coincidence that if you look at the names of the top finishers at the local road races in the Valley, many of these people come to the workouts on a regular basis. For further information, email Barry Auskern at bernardston@comcast.net. We hope to see you this summer!
SMAC Youth Track League

Amherst and Northampton Leagues

Amherst League
Boys and girls of all abilities ages 6-14 will be placed on a team and can compete in both relay and individual races. Parents, brothers, sisters and friends are invited to bring a picnic dinner and cheer on their favorite team. Non-team member children 2-14 years will be able to enter an open 100-meter dash each night.
Meets: Fridays 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
Makeup dates: June 20 & 27
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Amherst Regional High School Track
Cost: $49
Download the information flyer here

Northampton League
For: Youth entering Grades 2-9 as of September 2012
Fee: $45/person, $75 families of two, $90 families of three or more, ($5 late fee after 5/11)
Dates: First night for Team Assignments & Orientation: Tuesday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m. Arrive on the first night to group teams, meet coaches and run an informal series of practice races.
Meet Schedule: May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (29th is awards night)

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SMAC Board Meeting Dates 2012

Board of Directors Meeting Dates

Sugarloaf Mountain Athletic Club Board of Directors meeting dates for 2012.
Click below to view a listing of the board of directors meeting dates for the upcoming year.

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UMass Cardiovascular Physiology Lab Study

Are you a healthy, highly-active endurance athlete, age 45-70?

The Cardiovascular Physiology lab at UMASS is in search of men with at least a 20-year endurance training history to participate in a study investigating the effects of long-term physical activity and short-term inactivity on markers of cardiovascular disease. Healthy, non-smoking males, ages 45-70, with at least 20 years of running history are eligible to participate. This study includes: blood pressure and health screening, cholesterol testing, and physical activity monitoring. If you are interested in participating or would like more information please contact Gaya at 973-572-8941 or molecularcardiolab@gmail.com.
New Salem’s Ninth Annual Rabbit Run

May 19, 2012 10A.M. New Salem, MA

A scenic 10 Kilometer Race and 3 Mile Walk through the Quabbin Reservoir to benefit the Public Playground!

When: May 19, 2012, 10:00 a.m.
Where: New Salem Common (15 South Main St., New Salem, MA)
Fees: $14 before April 30, $20 May 1 through race day

Registration: To register, print out, fill out and mail in the registration form, or go to http://www.RunReg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=3115 to register online.

Race day registration is available, but you must register by April 30 to receive a t-shirt
The Rafters College Towne Classik

May 20th at 10:30AM

This race benefits both the Jimmy Fund and the Amherst Police Relief Association. Entry for the race is set at 25.00 (pre-register) and 30.00 race day. There are two courses, one being a 5 mile run and the other a 5k run/walk. Hope to see you all race day!

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Run Round the Mountain 5K and 10K

Saturday May 26th, 2012 10:30 A.M. South Deerfield, MA

Come celebrate Memorial Day weekend in South Deerfield !
Run around the Mountain that is Sugarloaf Mountain Athletic Club’s namesake and take the opportunity to thank your local veterans (who will be posted throughout the course at aid stations and intersections to cheer you on). Proceeds will go to VFW Post 3295 and Sugarloaf Mountain Athletic Club.
The 10K is a challenging loop course with mountain and river views (and is the 4th race in the SMAC Series). The 5K is a mostly flat out-and back course. Both races begin in the center of South Deerfield, by the intersection of North Main Street and Sugarloaf Street. The 10K starts on North Main, climbs up and over Hillside Road and makes a clockwise loop around the base of the Mountain. The 5K is an almost flat out-and-back that starts out in the same direction as the 10K.
For detailed maps, go to MapMyRun.com:

10K:    http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/74048334
5K:   http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/74044298

Fees:
before race day: $20 for the 10K / $15 for the 5K
on race day: $25 for the 10K / $20 for the 5K
** T-shirts are guaranteed only to registrations received by May 12 ! **

To Register:
Complete registration form or register online http://www.RunReg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=3103
***online registration ends on May 23 – - – Race day registration will be available**

Race-day registration and number pickup will be at the Senior Center
in the center of S. Deerfield (corner of Conway and N Main).
Race start is on Park St (along the town common)
Run for River Valley

Saturday, June 2nd, 2012 - Race starts at 11 AM

As a community non-profit agency River Valley Counseling Center has been supporting adults, children, and families in Hampden County for over 50 years. River Valley Counseling Programs support and serve the most vulnerable members of our community. This is a 5K and 1 mile walk at the Ashley Reservoir, Elks Lodge 902, 250 Whitney Ave in Holyoke, MA. Race starts at 11 AM. Registration 9:30-10:45 AM. Entry fee $30. Deadline for mail-in registration ends 5/25/12 and on-line ends 5/30/12 11 PM. First 100 registrants will receive a free shirt! Award ceremony, food and festivities following the race!

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School’s Done Raider Run 5K XC Race and 1 Mile Fun Run

Saturday, June 9, 2012

A fundraiser for Hampshire Regional High School Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams. Join us on a beautiful, well-marked course over country roads and rolling wooded trails. The 5K race starts and finishes at HRHS. The 1-mile fun run circles the campus.
5K 9:00 am 1 Mile 9:45 am - Awards to Follow
- Post-race refreshments, awards, and door prizes for participants
- Restrooms available
- Plenty of parking
- Concessions stand open
Hampshire Regional High School
19 Stage Rd., Westhampton, MA 01027
Packet pick-up/race day registration opens at 8:00 am

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Lake Wyola Road Race

Sunday, June 10 at 10:30 AM

This year's Lake Wyola Road Race will be held on Sunday, June 10 at 10:30 AM (Walkers start at 10) at the Lake Wyola Association building on Shore Drive in Shutesbury. Information and registration forms can be found at www.lakewyola.com/roadrace. It is part of the SMAC series. Hope to see you and your running/walking friends there. It is a beautiful, challenging race of 4.8 miles.

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Northampton Mile

Saturday June 16, 2012

The fifth annual Northampton Mile will be held Saturday June 16, 2012! These races serve as the major fundraiser for the Northampton High School cross country and track teams. The races begin at 5:30 pm in front of the high school and will finish in the Northampton High School Stadium. Race day registration will be available in the stadium as well as online at https://www.runreg.com/Net/3189 The Northampton Mile is run on a fast course with no uphills and a large downhill 1/2 mile into the race. Go for that personal best! Kick off the summer race season with a super fast mile, lots of fun, and all while supporting a good cause! Awards will be given to overall winners in major categories as well as special awards to Northampton alumni, faculty and staff. Door prizes and great food too!

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Northampton Running Company – 4 Near the Fourth

Saturday June 30th, 2012

4 mile road race through downtown Northampton Saturday June 30. Starts at the court house at Gothic Street. Gun goes off at 8:30am. Registration opens at 7am in the parking lot of St. Elizabeth Church across from the running store (90 King Street). Registration is $20.00. First 150 entered guaranteed breathable running visor! Post race pancake breakfast.
Amherst Summer Sandlot Track Meets

From July 6th through August 3rd, 2012

Amherst Summer 2012 Sandlot Track Meets
6 Pm Amherst Regional High School Track beginning July 6th, 2012
All-Comers, All-Ages, Open Track Meets
Sponsored By Town Of Amherst Lsse, Sugarloaf Mountain Athletic Club,
Western Mass Endurance Sports And More
$10 Entry Per Meet ,…, Unlimited Events,.., Prizes For Winners
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BJ Williams Annual Road Race

Proceeds benefit the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts

The BJ Williams Annual Road Race takes place at the beginning of the summer in Wolf Swamp Fields in Longmeadow, MA and all proceeds benefit the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts' mission of prevention,education, advocacy and support for brain injury survivors, their family members and caregivers, and professionals.
Date: Saturday July 14, 2012, 9 a.m. walk/ 9:30 a.m. run
Place: Wolf Swamp Fields, Longmeadow, MA
Register before Friday June 29, 2012, and your $20 registration fee includes registration, event t-shirt, race goodie bag and a barbeque following the event!
Register now to reserve your spot and receive updates regarding the event!

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