Finish Line Guam Marathon Mar 2007
Today was the 36th Annual Guam Marathon. FM came in 16th place ~ this was his highest placing of the 5 marathons he’s run. There were only 41 finishers so I’m glad he placed so well 😉 More than 41 runners started the course but the hills and heat took its toll and a few caught the roving bus to the finish line. FM’s time was longer than previous marathons because this course included a lot of hills, started at 4:00 am and was a bit humid. Not that I’m making excuses for him but it’s one tough run.
The Guam Running Club organized the marathon and did a fabulous job with the marathon and the luncheon/awards ceremony. With only 41 finishers, each person was recognized with a medal and certificate. The Runner’s Club decided to award the bottom 5 with $20.00 gift certificates because the club thought they really EARNED it. It was encouraging for them. The top three men and women also earned checks for $50, $75 and $100 from IT&E.
FM is very happy he ran the Guam Marathon because it was the smallest marathon he’s run in and it’s unlikely he’ll have this chance again when we move to New York. It’ll be back to the crowds and being pushed around at the start line.
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Congratulations FM! Outstanding to be ready to go at 4am and to finish!
I really admire runners because I am a late in the day runner and cant go beyond a mile because I cant get my mind right!! I am always working on the list I have to do when I finish the run 🙂
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