The Pine Belt Pacers Gran Prix Series has events all year round.
The Mississippi Track Club has 40 Races scheduled every year, 3 miles to marathon. See their web site on our Other Area Running and Walking Clubs page for details on upcoming races.
The New Orleans Track Club has many good races.
The Gulf Coast Running Club has an active schedule See their web site on our Other Area Running and Walking Clubs page for details on upcoming races.
The Tupelo Running Club has some good races Including the Frostbite Half Marathon in January and the Gum Tree Run in May. See their web site on our Other Area Running and Walking Clubs page for details on upcoming races.
For more information on runs in the Pensacola area see the PRA web site
January 2006 
January 15th, Jackson Day 9K, New Orleans LA. NOTC.
Jan 21 -- 8:30 AM -- Panther Pride 5K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
February 2006
Feb 5 Mardi Gras Marathon. New Orleans LA. NOTC. See article on the MGM
Saturday, Feb. 11 Run for Love 5K 9:00 am in front of the Payne Center at Southern Miss.
See: Entry Form Couples category. A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event
Feb 11 -- 9:00 -- Battle of Mobile Bay 5K - Dauphin Island, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Feb 18 -- The Good Ole' Boy Marathon is back (with a few twists)!!! The "marathon" will be held Saturday, Feb. 18. Contact Keith or Jim for more details. Good Ole? Boy Marathon will begin at noon on Saturday at Mugshots in Hattiesburg.
Feb 25 -- Milltown Classic in Bogalusa LA. See details and entry.
Feb 25 -- Soccer Locker 5K Challenge. 9am at the Southern Miss Track in
Hattiesburg. See details and entry form. It's here and it's exciting, it has a new
look, it has cash prizes and lots of door prizes, but mainly it's fast, Please open the entry form and hurry up and sign up, cool max t-shirt are guaranteed only to pre-registered. Hope to see all of you there. Yousri Note: volunteers are needed for this race and volunteers will receive Gran Prix points and a free t-shirt.
March 4 The Ultimate 2 Mile Obstacle Course Run. 9:00 AM at Southern Miss's Lake Sehoy. See flier. Sponsored by Soccer Locker and USM. See Flier.
4 -- 8:00 AM -- SEEDS Hard Rock 5K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
March 10, 2007 -- Carl Touchstone Memorial Mississippi 50 Trail Run. Mississippi's finest trail run. 20K, 50K, or 50 miles. Cancelled for 2006 due to damage by hurricane Katrina, but plans are going ahead for 2007. |
11 -- 8:00 am Kappa Delta Shamrock 5K Fun Run. Payne Center at USM. $12. T-Shirt.
11 -- 8:00 AM -- Luck of the Irish 5K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
19 - Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
25 -- 8:00 -- Azalea Trail Run 10K - Mobile, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
26- Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
Saturday. April 1 "Run With the F.O.G." 5k/1 mile Fun Run-Walk on the Longleaf Trace at the Sumrall Depot. Race begins at 8 a.m. with registration beginning at 7 a.m. Race is sponsored by the youth group of First Baptist Church, Sumrall. Registration is $12. Will have age division winners and door prizes!! Please contact Richie Sumrall at 601-758-3367 for information and to register. Thanks! Anita Sumrall, Physical Education Instructor Sumrall Elementary School
Saturday, April 1 Pine Hills 5K / 10K Wiggins A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event. See map of the race courses. Flier. Entry Form. Report on last year's event.
Saturday, April 1 The Rebel Man Sprint Triathlon is a fun-oriented event, which includes a 400 yard swim, 10 mile bike, and a 5K run. This event will be available to students, faculty, staff, and members of the local community. So start training and mark your calendars. Race starting time: Saturday, April 1, 2006 7:30 AM. Course: The race begins at the Turner Center Pool on the University of Mississippi campus. The Bike course will be off campus on city roads, and the run will be on the Ole Miss campus. The run will finish at the Turner Center. Register on or before 03/19/2006 and avoid a $5.00 late fee.Entry Amount: $30 Individual Student/Faculty/Staff $75 Team Student/Faculty/Staff $40 Individual Non-student $100 Team Non-StudentOnline registration closes on Thursday March 30, 2006 @ 8:00 PM. Register online at: http://www.racesonline.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=public.details&sid=1834 There will be no day of race registration. You must have a bike helmet to race. Packet Pick Up: Race packets will be available Friday, March 31 from 12:00-4:00 at Turner Center. Race Day Packet Pickup will begin at 6:30 a.m. Saturday morning at Turner Center. Participants should arrive no later than 6:45 a.m. to receive a competition number, timing chip and race instructions. Each participant must sign the race waiver form before the event begins. The 2006 Rebel Man Sprint Triathlon will use ChampionChip timing technology. To get an official race time and be included in results, participants MUST wear a race chip. Race Chip pickup is on race day ONLY (6:30 AM - 7:15 AM). Return Chips at Finish line Chute. NOTE: There will be a $30 fee for any rental chip not returned. Prizes and Awards: Individuals: Overall MEN & WOMEN 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the following age divisions for men and women: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55 & up Teams: overall for Male, Female, and Coed team.Oxford, MS. is approximately 80 miles from Memphis, TN. and 170 miles from Jackson, MS. Hotels: For information on area hotels got to: http://www.oxfordms.com/hotels.asp For additional race information contact: Race Director: Jon Suter .Phone 662-915-5570 .E-mail: jsuter@olemiss.edu University of Mississippi PRMMA Rebel Man Sprint Triathlon 215 Turner Center University, MS 38677
1 -- 8:00 AM -- Bay Bears Home Run Trot 5K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
1 -- 8:00 am NCC's Pickin' and Paddlin' Outdoor Festival 5K will be held at Mayes Lakes in Jackson. Great music, food, festival, and lots more.
2 - Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
2 - Pelicanman Duathlon in Chalmette LA. See flier. MSWord version.
8 - Run for the Roses - Prentiss
8 - 3rd Annual Petal Family YMCA 5K Run Race registration at 8:00 am and race begins at 8:30 Contact Steve or Amy at 583-9399. See flier. The race start is off of Hwy 42 on the way east towards Richton, a couple of miles outside Petal. Sign to Twin Pines will be on your right.
8 -- 8:00 AM -- Old Mobile 8K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
8 TEVA NEUROSCIENCE MS Walk - Hattiesburg, Join your friends for the MS Walk in Hattiesburg . Registration begins at 8:30 AM with the walk starting at 10:00 AM at the Kamper Park Zoo. See www.nationalmssociety.org/msm
April 8 The Golden Triangle Running and Cycling Club in Columbus MS will be putting on a new 10K race on April 8, 2006. The Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Historic Foundation are helping to sponsor this race. It will begin at the Tennessee Williams Welcome Center on Main Street at 8am that day. The course goes by the historic homes on the south side, through the beautiful MUW campus; and along the new Riverwalk. There will be a brochure and entry form on line soon at our website www.runcyclegtr.org. There will be discounts on home tours, and the next day there will be an Air Show at Columbus Air Force Base featuring the Thunderbirds and the Golden Knights, so some of your members may want to make a weekend of it. The CVB will be able to help with that. They can be contacted at www.columbus-ms.org ; 662-329-1191. Please help us out by putting this race on your calendars and websites and if possible your Grand Prix. Run and ride safely, Tallulah Bryant, President, Golden Triangle Running & Cycling Club,662-327-7688
April 8 We heard about your running club and wanted to invite you and your fellow runners/walkers to the 8th Annual Jean Jones Walk/Run for Cancer. This is a walk/run that takes place on April 8, 2006 at the Ole Miss Student Union in Oxford. It is a 2 mile walk/5k run that benefits the Baptist Memorial Hospital Patient Assistance fund and the Jean Jones Memorial Scholarship fund. The entry fee is $20 per person and includes a free t-shirt; however, groups of 5 or more only have to pay $10 each, which also includes a free t-shirt. We now have web registration that you can utilize, which is located at: http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/stu_counseling/jjonesrw.htm . There will be prizes given in each of five age divisions, with both male and female winners. We will also have prizes for the overall male and female winners. We are excited about this year's race, and hope you will be joining us! It benefits a great cause, so please come out and have a good time with us. Please feel free to contact me for further details. Thank you! Sincerely, Rebekah Reysen Jean Jones Memorial Scholarship Recipient
9 - Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
Apr 15 - RUN the DAC to DAC 15K / 5K One of the best 15K races of the year begins at the DAC in Olive Branch on Saturday, April 15th at 9 a.m., covering a rolling but fast 9.3 mile course to the DAC in Southaven. Not only can you compete against the best in your age group, but you can join the competition for the RRCA Mississippi State Championship in the 15K! For those who want a more moderate challenge, there will also be a 5K run, beginning and ending at the Desoto Athletic Club in Southaven. All age groups and skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join this once-a-year run for your health. Online Registration only- register BEFORE April 5th for $20 thereafter $25 or register in person on RACE DAY for $30. Register @: http://www.racesonline.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=public.details&sid=104 After race PARTY All runners are invited to a post-race party in the Southaven DAC Courtyard for food, BEVERAGES and live music. Packet Pickup: DAC Southaven located at the intersection of Getwell and Goodman RD 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM Go to http://www.desotoathleticclub.com/index2.asp for more information and map link. Hotel Information: Please go to hotel web listing @ http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-m10809-g43931-Olive_Branch_Mississippi-Hotels-MSN487998.html For additional information contact: Jody McKibben @ 901-861-2110 or e-mail jmckibben@daclife.com
Saturday, April 15. Crescent City Classic. 8:30am in New Orleans, LA. More information: (504) 861-8686 - http://www.ccc10k.com/site12.php
Saturday, April 15. Run From The Sun 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile. 5:30pm in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, April 15. Anderson Cup 5K Run. 8:00am in Meridian, MS. More Information: Meridian Athletic Association, http://www.meridianathletic.com/point.htm
16 - Theology on Trail. Easter Sunday. No TOT.
Friday, April 21. National Guard Association of Mississippi 2 Mile Fun Run. 3:30pm in Philadelphia, MS. More Information: (601) 313-6386, 925- 0524.
Saturday, April 22. Juke Joint Festival 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Clarksdale, MS. More Information: (662) 902-0229.
Saturday, April 22. Rails to Shells. 9:00 am in Ocean Springs. See Flier.
Saturday, April 22. Run For Your Life 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Apr 22 Whistle Stop Festival 5k Run/Walk 8:00 AM A loop course through Historical downtown Waynesboro. See Flier html or MSWord version. Send entry form to:
Wayne General Hospital Wellness Center
Attn: Jason Sehon
P.O. Box 1249
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Apr 22 Cotton Mill 5k Run associated with the Cotton District Arts Festival on Saturday, April 22, 8 a.m., in Starkville. See Flier. Shay McDonnall 662 323 9090 shay308@gmail.com
23 - Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
Sunday, April 23. MTC Katrina Relief Marathon. 8:00am in Clinton, MS. More information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Sunday, April 23. Woolmarket Biathlon #1, R-5K, B-11 mi. 8:00am in Gulfport, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org
Friday, April 28. Brick Streets 5K Run/Walk. 5:00pm in Clinton, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601)856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Apr 28, 29 Cancelled The 2nd Annual Go Big or Go Home Adventure Race Cancelled 28-29 April 2006 at Paul B. Johnson State Park, Hattiesburg, MS. Endurance Events is pleased to present the 2nd Annual Go Big or Go Home Adventure Race. This year teams will be confronted with some of the most beautiful and challenging terrain the Mississippi Pine Belt has to offer. Overview: Teams of 3 will compete in co-ed, all-male & all-female divisions. Estimated completion time for course: 10-14 hours. Disciplines include: Running/Trekking, Mountain Biking, Paddling & Orienteering. The GBGHAR is a supported race! Teams must have at least one (no more than two) support crew available throughout the entire race. Cost: Only 30 team slots are available - $300 entry/per 3-person team. See more details. Sponsored in part by Soccer Locker.
29 -- 8:00 AM -- Chase the Badger 5K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Saturday, April 29. Gulf Coast Classic 10K & 2 Mile Run. 8am in Gulfport, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
April 29, 2006 Come run the Oxford MS. Double Decker 10K Run / 5K Walk / Kids Fun Run April 29, 2006 starting @ 7:30 AM. Big arts and food festival after the run. Race information.
Saturday, April 29. Natchez Trace Festival 10K Run, 5K Walk, 5K Run. 8am in Kosciusko. More Information: Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce (662) 289-2981, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, April 29. Bayou Oaks Run/Walk, 5K. 8:00am in Pensacola, FL. More Information: Nancy Kulb (850) 432-4717.
Saturday, April 29. Meals on Wheels 5K, 1 mi. 8am in Pensacola, FL. More Information: Sharon Davidson (850) 921-5554.
Sunday, April 30. Bubba Gump Shrimp Company's "Run Forrest Run" 5K. 8:30am in the French Quarter, New Orleans, LA. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org
30 - Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
May 2006
Saturday May 6 The Laurel Day in the Park 5K Run/Walk will be held on May 6. This is one of the oldest road races in the state, and it will be better and improved for this year. This race will have an overall male/female award, masters male/female and grand masters male/female. This year's race will have the traditional five-year age group. Also the first three male and female walkers will receive awards. In addition to the 5K, a one-mile fun run will be held with all finishers receiving finisher ribbons. This is a very scenic race through Laurel's historic district. Mark your calendar for this race. It's a great race with a great tradition. The Day in the Park Arts Festival which accompanies the race is also a must attend happening. See flyer. PDF Version.
May 6 William Carey Fellowship of Christian Athletes 5K. 6:30 registration, 7:30 AM start on the campus in Hattiesburg. See Flier A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event See Race Map
May 6, 2006 8:00 a.m. Fiesta Run 10K/5K 10K event has been named RRCA Florida 10K Championship/ USATF certified course. Seville Square - Bus pick-up to the start from 6:00 am 7:15 a.m. Pensacola, Florida. Contact Ray Yarbrough 850-476-8765 ckraygae@aol.com
Website - http://www.pensacolarunners.com
Saturday, May 6. Okatoma Festival 5K Run. 8am in Collins, MS. More Information: Covington County Chamber of Commerce, POB 1595, Collins, MS 39428; Marie Shoemake (601) 765-6012.
Saturday, May 6. Corinth Coca-Cola Classic 10K Run. 8:30am in Corinth, MS. More Information: Tina West, Race Dir., POB 240, Corinth, MS 38835-0240; (662) 286-6051, E-mail: cokeclassic10k@corinth.ms Prize money.
Sunday, May 7. Al Briede Gold Cup 3 mi., 1 mi. 8:00am in the City Park, New Orleans. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467- 8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Sunday, May 7. Tri-It-On Triathlon, S-200 yd., B-8.5 mi., R-2 mi. 7:00am in Birmingham, AL. More Information: Team Magic, Inc. (205) 595-8633.
7 - Theology on Trail. Sunday afternoons 3/19 - 5/7. Check listing for time and details.
Saturday, May 13 Arthritis Run / Walk 5K Kamper Park / Hattiesburg
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event See Arthritis Flier and Registration Form
13 -- Runners: Test your speed in a classic track event, the one mile! On Saturday, May 13th, 5 pm at the Southern Miss track, will be the first annual Mississippi Premier Mile Championship. The meet features 7 different mile races, according to age. The feature races are the Boys and Girls Championship mile sections where the best high school milers come head to head to compete. All races are limited to the first 20 athletes, so be sure to fill out your form quickly if you are interested. Deadline is Friday, May 5th. Please see attached flyer for details including race times, awards and the entry form. We are also looking for volunteers, if interested, please contact Yousri Elmejdoubi at cityrunners2003@yahoo.com or by phone at 601-914-3687. See Flyer.
13 -- 8:00 AM -- Bulldog Run 2 Miler - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Saturday, May 13. Pursuit of Fitness 5K & 1 Mile Run. 8:00am in Gulfport. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Saturday, May 13. Christ United Methodist Church 5K. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, May 13. Gum Tree 10K. 8:00am in Tupelo, MS. More Information: http://www.mstrackclub.com/Race_info/GumTree06f.pdf
Saturday, May 20. Fatima Festival 5K & 1 Mile Run. 8:00am in Biloxi, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/. May 20 Fatima Church at Pass Road and Jim Money Road in Biloxi will have a five k sponsored by Gulf Coast Running Club. It will be a good race. I hope some Pine Belt Pacers will make it down for the race. It is at 8AM. - Bill Gasparrini
Saturday, May 20. Heart of Mississippi 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Carthage, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, May 20. MS Senior Olympics. 8:00am in Clinton, MS.
20 -- 8:00 AM -- Chickasaw Freedom Run 5K - Chickasaw, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Saturday, May 20 Pine Belt Pacers Relays, 8 am start at the USM Track and Soccer Complex
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event Dinner and silent auction Friday May 19th.
See Auction Details and Entry Form
Saturday, May 20 9-12 AM . Bike Walk Mississippi is hosting a family fun ride, in Hattiesburg on the Longleaf Trace starting at the Gateway USM. See Details
May 20, 2006 8:00 a.m. Bear Lake Trail Challenge 4-miler Bear Lake Recreation Area Blackwater State Forest Munson, Florida Contact: Don Williams 850-324-3180 williams2chase@aol.com Website - http://www.pensacolarunners.com
Sunday, May 21. Woolmarket Biathlon #2, R-2mi, B-11 mi, R-2mi. 8:00am in Gulfport, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Friday, May 26. Greek Festival Race, 5K & 1 mi. 7:00pm in New Orleans. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Saturday, May 27. Gray-Daniels Chevrolet The Club 5K. 8:00am in Brandon, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
27 -- 8:00 AM -- Do It In the Bush 5K - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Monday, May 29. Mercedes-Benz Cotton Row Run 10K. 7:00am; 5K, 9am in Huntsville, AL. More Information: Jim Oaks (256) 536- 1603, http://www.huntsvilletrackclub.org/HTC_Races/crr/crr06ind.htm
June 2006
2 -- 7:00 PM -- Moonlight Mile - Mobile, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Friday, June 2. Back to the Beach Festival Run/Walk, 5K & 1 Mile. 7:00pm in New Orleans. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Saturday, June 3. Cotton Classic 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Greenville, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
2 Mile Predicted Time Runs begin on June 8
The Pine Belt Pacers will host the second annual 2 Mile Predicted Time Runs in June. Every Thursday evening, beginning June 8 at the Gateway Pavilion at 6:30 p.m., join your fellow pacers and area runners for a 2 mile run, food, and fun. Each runner will hand in their watch and try to run their predicted 2 mile time. The winner will be chosen based on how close their actual time is to their predicted time.
Gran Prix points will be awarded to all participants. The entry fee is a small pot luck dish for everyone to enjoy.
Predicted Time Run dates are June 8, June 15, June 22, and June 29.
Thursday, June 8 Predicted Time 2-Mile Series Race 1 Longleaf Trace
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event See flier. Soccer Locker, City Runner will be bringing their portable foot evaluation equipment to help runners determine their foot type and what show will work best for them.
Saturday, June 10. Blueberry Jubilee 5k Run/Walk. 8:00am in Poplarville, MS. More information: (601) 795-8303, http://beweb.bridgersenterprises.com/Blue/festival.htm
Saturday, June 10. Belhaven Market 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601)856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, June 10. Chevron Charity Run, 5K Run. 8:00am in Pascagoula. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Wednesday June 14th 5:30 pm. Pine Belt Pacers Duathlon "Practice" and Cookout. 3 Mile Run 10 Mile Bike 1 Mile Run. See flyer with details.
Thursday, June 15 Predicted Time 2-Mile Series Race 2 Longleaf Trace
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event See flier. Pine Belt Pacer Chrissy Herrington, also a personal trainer, will be demonstrating proper stretching to benefit runners and help avoid injury.
Saturday, June 17. Celebration 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, June 17. State Games of Mississippi. 5K Road Race. 8:00pm at Bonita Lakes, Meridian, MS. More information: Greg Stringer: 601-2665017 (w). http://www.stategamesofms.org/ -- http://www.stategamesofms.org/forms/06_5K_ROAD_RACE.pdf
Saturday, June 17. State Games of Mississippi. Track and Field Events. 2:00pm at Meridian Community College, Meridian, MS. More information: Scott and Angela Crenshaw, 601-9343189. http://www.stategamesofms.org/ -- http://www.stategamesofms.org/forms/06_TRACK_FIELD.pdf
June 17, 2006 6:00 p.m. Gary McAdams Summer Sunset 5K Seville Square Pensacola, Florida
Contact: Bob Kelly 850-484-5230 summersunset@pensacolarunners.com
Website - http://www.pensacolarunners.com
Sunday, June 18. Father's Day Race, 5K & 1/2 mi. 8:00am in LaSalle Park, Metairie, LA. More Information: NOTC, POB 52003, New Orleans, LA 70152- 2003; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Thursday, June 22 Predicted Time 2-Mile Series Race 3 Longleaf Trace
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event See flier.
Saturday, June 24. First-annual Leakesville, Miss., Run-4-Pride walk and run. The four-kilometer ( 2.5-mile) walk and run will begin at the Leakesville Community Center at 7:30 a.m. and follow a safe, scenic route through Leakesville. Prizes will be awarded three deep in every age category, and participants will enjoy refreshments after they've completed the course. Every registered participant also will be eligible to win door prizes. Proceeds from the race will bolster the efforts of the Town Beautification Committee. For children 18 and younger, the race costs only $10; preregistered adults (entries must be received by June 14) pay only $12; and day-of-race registration (6:45 a.m.-7:15 a.m.) costs $15. Preregistered participants will be guaranteed a commemorative t-shirt. To get a registration form, e-mail Joe Rolison at jer@reformer.org. At that time we'll e-mail you directions to Leakesville (an hour northwest of Mobile). Hope to see you here in Leakesville on June 24th!
Joseph E. Rolison The Presbyterian Church Leakesville, Mississippi http://www.leakesvillepres.org
Saturday, June 24. Pearl Day 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Pearl, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Sunday, June 25. Woolmarket Biathlon #3, R-1mi, B-11 mi, R-3mi. 8:00am in Gulfport, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Thursday, June 29 Predicted Time 2-Mile Series Race 4 Longleaf Trace
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event See flier.
July 2006
July 1, 7:00am Race to Rebuild Start/Finish is at Our Lady Academy in Bay Saint Louis, 222 S. Beach Blvd. It's a 5K run/walk and 10K run, and ALL proceeds benefit Our Lady Academy. OLA suffered tremendous damage due to Katrina, and they are trying to raise $150K to repair classrooms before the school year begins in August. Online registration is available through Active.com, and mail-in registration (see mail-in entry form). It will also be on the OLA website. The registration fee is $30 by 6/1, $40 thereafter, but remember all the money goes to OLA, and I hope runners will appreciate that. The entry fee is tax deductible. Michele Ridder.
Tuesday, July 4. Watermelon Classic 5K. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Tuesday, July 4. Wesson Memorial 2 Mile & 1/4-Mile Run. 8:00am in Ocean Springs. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, .http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Saturday, July 8 1ST Annual Paul B. Johnson State Park 5K Run/Walk and 1 mile Fun Run 1mile starts @ 8 am and 5k @ 8:15 am. Sponsored by: Grace Chapel C.D.K. js8cop@msn.com
See Flier PDF Version
Saturday, July 8. Sunfish Triathlon. Lake Okatibbee, MS. More information: Meridian Athletic Association, http://www.meridianathletic.com/point.htm
Saturday, July 15. Swinging Bridge 5K. 8:00am in Byram, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601)856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday July 15. Connor Hart Corcoran Memorial 5k & Fun Run. 8:00am in Lake Lowndes State Park, Columbus, MS. For more information call The Carousel at 662-327-1101
Saturday, July 22. Heart o' Dixie Triathlon. Louisville, MS. See details and fliers
More information: Meridian Athletic Association, http://www.meridianathletic.com/point.htm
Sunday, July 23. Great Spillway Classic Trail Run, 3 Mile. 8:00am in Norco, LA. More Information: NOTC, POB 52003, New Orleans, LA 70152-2003; (504) 467- 8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Saturday, July 29. RiverShack 5K Race. 7:00pm in New Orleans. More Information: NOTC, POB 52003, Jefferson, New Orleans, LA 70152-2003; (504) 467- 8626, http://www.runnotc.org
Saturday, July 29. TCRC Delta-Dash 5K. 9:00am in Tunica. More Information: Keythric Merriweather (662) 363-4019.
August 2006
Tuesday, August 1. Crime Prevention Run 5K. 6:30pm in Bienville Square, Downtown, Mobile, AL. More information: Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223.
Saturday August 5. Good ol Boy Triathlon 6:30am at Lake Serene. More Information
Saturday August 5. Slow Poke 5K - 7:30am in Philadelphia. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday August 5. Summer Beach 5K. 8:00am in Pass Christian, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Saturday August 5. Watermelon 5K Run, 2 mi. walk. 8:00am in Valley, MS. More Information: Keith River (800) 556-2261.
Saturday August 5. Bushwacker 5K Run. 7:30am in Pensacola Beach, FL. More Information: Johnnie Graves beachbud@mindspring.com -- (850) 939-8073.
Saturday August 05. Tupelo King of the Hill Triathlon Swim ½ mile, Bike 22 miles, Run 3.1 miles. 7:00am in Tupelo, MS. More Information: Phone: (662) 620-7600 -- E-mail: triall3@tritupelo.com
Tuesday August 8. Chickasabogue 2 Miler Run/Walk. 6:30pm in Mobile, AL. More information: Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223.
Thursday, August 10. Free For All Summer Series #5, 2 miles. 7:06pm in City Park, New Orleans, LA. More information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063- 1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Friday, August 11. Meridian Moonlight Run 2006. 10:00pm in Meridian, MS. Northeast Park, just off of Highway 39 North. More Information: Mary Quince, (601) 485-1805 or Mark Naylor at (601) 485-1805.
Saturday August 12. Run For The Son. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, August 12. Josh Sprinkle Memorial 5K. 7:30am in Ft. Walton Beach, FL. More Information: Matt Seitz (850) 243-1399.
Saturday, August 12. Red Dress Run/Pub Crawl. 2:00pm in New Orleans. More Information: (504) 392-9389.
Saturday, August 19. Pine Forest Timed Miles. 7:30am in Pensacola, FL. UWF Track Campus Drive. More Information: Greg Pack, (850) 941-6150, E-mail: gwpack@bellsouth.net
Saturday, August 19. Diamondhead 5K & 1 Mile Run. 8:00am in Diamondhead, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Saturday, August 19. New Hope 5K. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, August 19. NOTC "43rd" Anniversary Race, 3 Mile & 1 Mile. 7:30am in City Park, New Orleans, LA. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063- 1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Saturday, August 19. Games of Acadiana Triathlon, Swim 200 yards, Bike 10 miles, Run 2 miles. 7:00am in Lafayette, LA. More Information: The Games of Acadiana at (504) 984-1920 or Pit Hesterly at (504) 406-9829. http://www.gamesofacadiana.org/Forms/Forms.asp?p1=58
Friday, August 25. Surviving the Sizzle Night Run 2 & 4 Mile. 8:00am in Ridgeland, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com See flier.
Friday, August 25. Tom Sawyer Mississippi River 2 mile Run. 7:00pm in New Orleans. More Information: (504) 733-5539.
Saturday August 26 -- 8AM to 11AM MINI TRIATHLON FOR KIDS AND ADULTS at Peps Point Water Park
Kids Triathlon includes; 100 yard swim, 2 mile bike, 1 mile run, entry fee $10
Adult Triathlon (women/men) includes; 500 yard swim, 5 mile bike, and 3 mile run, entry fee $20
Competitors grouped by ages and genders that include;
Kids division;
Boys 7-9, 10-13, 14-16
Girls 7-9, 10-13, 14-16
Adult division;
Men 17-25, 26-45, 46-100
Women 17-25, 26-45, 46-100
Wet suits are permitted but not necessary, any kind of bike; track is black top surface and flat. Make sure you arrive early to set your bikes and shoes up.
Race order is swim, bike, and run. Must be registered and paid fee by Friday August 25. Call 601-466-8154.
Saturday, August 26. Cedar Grove 5K. 8:00am in Flora, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, August 26. Liberty Park 5K, 1 Mile Kid's Run. 8:00am in Birmingham, AL. More Information: Susan McCullum (205) 298-0074.
Saturday, August 26. Totem Pole Extreme Off-Road Triathlon, S-1/4 mi., Mtn. Bike-14 mi., Trail Run-3.2 mi. 6:30am in Hazlehurst, MS. More Information: Jason Clark (601) 818-3427. At the Hood Scout Reservation in Hazlehurst. If you've ever had an interest in doing an XTERRA triathlon or an adventure race, this would be a great place to start. The swim is short, the bike is not technical but still challenging and the run is flat. Plus it's a fundraiser for the Boy Scouts so it's for a great cause. In past years some triathletes who are not serious mountain bikers have been concerned about having the necessary skills to "race" their bikes at this event. About 75% of the course is either Jeep roads or double track that can be driven by the Gator utility vehicle they use at Hood. The other 10% is single track that is not particularly technical. The course is hilly enough to be fun and challenging, but not dangerous. From past years, I would say that most people would compare the 14-mile ride to about 25 miles on the road in terms of time and effort. If you're still not convinced, grab a mountain biking buddy and enter as a team. You can do the swim and run and have an off-road-riding friend do the ride.
If you've done the race and enjoyed it, let everyone know. And you can enter on-line.
Tuesday, August 29. Catch 22 Track Club-Mizuno 2 mile. 6:30pm in New Orleans. More Information: (504) 812-6388.
September 2006
Saturday, September 2. Miles for Missions. 8:00am in Clinton, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Sunday, September 3. Tupelo Marathon & 14.2 Miler. 5:00am in Tupelo, MS. More Information: Mike Lail, 2411 Crestwood Dr., Tupelo, MS 38801; http://www.tupelorunningclub.homestead.com.
Sunday, September 3. Return to St. Bernand 2 mile. 8:00am in Chalmette, New Orleans. More Information: (504) 228-9180.
Monday, Sept. 4 Labor Your Legs 5K. A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event. Labor Day 5K race director Keith Barrett has gotten approval for us to use the Cloverleaf Center food court for registration and awards. The course will start and finish at the Cloverleaf Center. We have also secured several sponsorships, but if we are to raise a significant amount of money for the Muscular Dystrophy Summer camp program, we need more sponsors. If any of you have connections to a business that might be interested in sponsoring this race or if you would like to make a personal donation, please contact Keith or me. In the past, our club has raised enough money to send 2-3 local kids to summer camp. See Race Flier and Entry Form
Labor Day Team Competition: All of you who are planning on participating in the Labor Your Legs 5K need to get your team in order. In addition to individual awards, the race will feature a team competition with trophies going to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Teams will consist of 4 runners/walkers, at least one of which must be a female. Awards will be based on total time for all four members. There is no additional charge for this competition and team members will also be eligible for awards in the other race categories. Entry will be made race day morning and will be tabulated by the fast Columbian in Mississippi.
Business Participation Award: The business or company with the most participants in the running and walking division will receive a plaque. When you register for the race, you will need to provide the name of the company or business.
Friday, September 8. Navy Birthday Ball 5K Run. 5:30pm in NAS Pensacola, FL. AC. Reed Golf Course. More Information: LT Cliff Allen (850) 452-2311.
Friday, September 8. Southern Miss Cross Country meets will be held Friday Sept. 8. The USM Coaches are looking for volunteer assistance. First race begins at 3:30 p.m. Also this year, the meet will include an Open 5K, which begins at 5:30 p.m. Registration fee is $15. Contact Kevin Stephen for more information at trinikev@hotmail.com or 601.266.5038.
Saturday, September 9. Crescent Connection Road Race 4 miles. 6:30pm in New Orleans. More Information: Crescent City Fitness Foundation, (504) 861-8686, http://www.ccff.org
Saturday, September 9. Seabee Volkslauf Mud Run, 4 Mile. 8:00am in Gulfport, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Saturday, September 9. Belhaven Market 5K. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, September 9. Hurricane Run, 5K Run/Walk. 8:10am in Dauphin Island, AL. More Information: Port City Pacers (251) 473-7223.
Saturday, September 9. Emerald Coast Triathlon #3, S-1/3 mi., B- 15 mi., R-3.25 mi. 6:00am in Panama City, FL. More Information: Jerry Lynch (850) 784-9542.
9 -- 8:10 AM -- Hurricane Run 5K - Dauphin Island, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Sunday, September 10. Run/Walk for City Park 5K. 8:00am in City Park, New Orleans, LA. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063- 1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Sunday, September 10. CajunMan Triathlon, S-1/2 mi., B-20 mi., R-5K. 7:30am in Lafayette, LA. More Information: Russell Bex (337) 988-1163.
Saturday, September 16. 300 Oaks Road Race. 8:00am in Greenwood, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, September 16. Cooks Chapel "Race of Grace" Triathlon. 8:00am in Philadelphia, MS. More Information: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1322092
Saturday, September 16. Each One Save One Freedom Run 5K. 8:00am in Roosevelt Mall, City Park, New Orleans, LA. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063- 1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org.
Saturday September 16, 2006. South Central Classic 5K Run/Walk 8:00 A.M. Laurel, MS Entry fees $10 for Pinebelt Pacer members. The race will begin and end at the Wellness Center (23 Mason Street) More info. call SCRMC Wellness Center @ 601-399-0530 Lee Downing or La Von Jones. See flier
Directions: Coming from the north - I59 south to exit 95C (Beacon st.)...stay on Beacon st. for 0.1 mile and wellness
center on right
Coming from south - I59 north to exit 95C (beacon st.)...at 4 way stop take left on to beacon st....continue on beacon st. for 0.1 mile wellness center on right
Coming from west - take HWY 84E to Laurel...continue straight until you see McAllister's deli on your right...take a right at the next red light (which will be Mason st.)...go 0.5 miles and wellness center will be on your left
Saturday September 16, 2006. The Blaze Race on Columbus Air Force Base. 5K road race, 10K trail run, Half Marathon road race (part on the flight line), and Biathlon (13.1 bike on gravel road, 10K trail run). Water stations, awards, See flier: MSWord, HTML Comment by member: You may want to place this race on the Pine Belt Pacers calendar. It is difficult (because of security) to get on Columbus Air Force Base. This would give runners and bikers an opportunity to see the base. They have a pretty nice operation. The base is flat, so I am predicting a pretty easy run . . . maybe a little boring. Martha Ray
Saturday, September 16. Marine Corps 5K Charity Run. 8:00am in Seville Quarter, Pensacola, FL. More Information: Betsy Kealy, E-mail: betsylealy@yahoo.com, (724) 840-5909, http://www.childrensrun.org
Saturday, September 16. CRAZY DAY 5k RUN/WALK & 1 Mile Fun Run: Magee MS. Sat. Sept. 16 Events include a 5K Run & Walk and a 1 Mile fun run for the kids. COME OUT & SUPPORT THE YMCA, by walking or running. T-shirts will only be guaranteed for those who pre-register by 9/11/06 and will be available on race day while supply last. Register at the YMCA or Bob's Athletics...
Sunday, September 17th Pelicanman Duathlon See flier. Contact Rock E.
Tuesday, September 19. The North Face Endurance 50- Mississippi Coast Marathon Course. 7:00am in Waveland, MS. More Information: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1327596
Saturday, September 23. Broadmoor Baptist Church 5K. 8:00am in Madison, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
Saturday, September 23. Yak-A-Du Kayak Duathlon. 2M run 2M Kayak 2M run. 8:00am in Long Beach. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855, http://gulfcoastrunningclub.org/.
Saturday, September 23. Tallahatchie River Run 5K. 8:30am in New Albany, MS. More Information: Vickie Rowland, Race Dir., P.O. Drawer 811, New Albany, MS 38652; (662) 534-8171, E-mail: bna@dixie- net.com.
Saturday, September 23. Santa Rosa Triathlon. 7:30am in Pensacola Beach, FL. More Information: Ann Knight (850) 217-5121.
Saturday, September 23. BBQ & Blues Festival 5K Bridge Run & Fitness Walk. 8:00am in Panama City, FL. More Information: Joe (850) 774-0018 (d) or 763-5005 (n).
Saturday, September 23. Seafood Festival 5K. 8am in Pensacola, FL. More Information: Bob Kelly (850) 484-5230.
Saturday September 30th 08:00 am. 5th Annual South Jones Band of Braves 5K See Flier and registration form Discount to PBP. A PBP Gran Prix event
Saturday, September 30. Wellsfest 5K. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884, http://www.mstrackclub.com
October 2006
Saturday October 7,The Race is On 5K, hosted by Temple Baptist Church. -- Oct. 7, 8 a.m. in Hattiesburg. Also includes a 1-mile fun run. For more information, contact Jeanna Aultman at 601.408.4537. See flier
Saturday October 7, Thomasville, AL 8 am. Rambling rose Charity 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Male & Female overall awards as well as Masters & Grand Masters. Age group 1-3 in 10 year age groups. For more information: www.pinebelt.net/~kjgramy
Saturday, October 7, 2006. Run for the King 5K Walk/Run. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More Information: Jane Stevenson (601) 573-0798, Church Office 948-8867.
Saturday, October 14, 2006 11th Annual Homecoming Eagle 5K Run Scheduled for October 14th Start your Southern Miss Homecoming off right with a brisk run or jog at the 11th Annual 5K Eagle Run October 14th. The 5K run is open to runners, walkers, and joggers of all ages. Register before October 1 and the registration cost is $12 for Adults and $7 for Children under age 14. Cost is $15.00 the day of the race. Free Tee-Shirt with every registration. Parking and registration will be on the east side of Reed Green Coliseum. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. with the race at 7:30 a.m. on Sunset Drive and finish at M.M. Roberts Stadium. The Eagle 5K Run is an annual event sponsored by the University of Southern Mississippi Student Sports Medicine Association. FOR APPLICATION & MORE INFORMATION CALL: (601) 266-6058 or 266-5579 or VISIT: www.usm.edu/athletictraining/ to download application.
Saturday, October 14, 2006 INAUGURAL Port City Masters Track and Field Meet, Weight Pentathlon & Jumpers Pentathlon, USATF Masters and open Track and Field Meet, University of South Alabama, Mobile Alabama. Masters Competition in Five Year Increments and Open Division. See web site for complete details and entry form .
14 -- 8:00 AM -- Harvest Festival 8K - Saraland, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Saturday, October 14, 2006. Over the River Run 5 Mile Run/Walk. 8:00am in Vicksburg, MS. More Information: Ana Mari Clark (601) 630-3751.
Saturday, October 14, 2006. Mississippi Wellness Center 5K & 1 Mile Run. 8:00am in Biloxi, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855.
Sunday, October 15, 2006. Gumbo Festival Bridge Race 5K. 8:30am in Elmwood-Bridge City. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467- 8626, http://www.runnotc.org
Saturday October 21,The First Annual Kick for Kids 5K. The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club Columbia/ Marion County Unit has teamed up with The Marion County Historical Society to sponsor The First Annual Kick for Kids 5K. The event will take place Saturday October 21st, 2006. The course will be a loop course leaving City Park and running West to downtown Columbia and then heading East on Church Street looping back around to Broad and back to City Park. The run/walk race will start at 8:00 AM followed by a one-mile fun run at 9:00AM. Awards will be given to the Overall Male and Female, Overall Masters Male and Female, Overall Grandmasters Male and Female, as well as, 3 deep in each age category, male and female. The age categories are 0-14, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. Both runners and walkers are encouraged to participate. Overall top 3 male and female walkers will also receive awards. Pre-registration before September 30th will be $15.00. Checks can be made payable to The Salvation Army P.O. Box 1750 Hattiesburg, MS 39403 Attn: Keith Barrett. We are currently looking for a title sponsor with a minimum $500.00 donation. The title of the race would be adjusted accordingly. All proceeds benefit The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club Columbia/ Marion County Unit. See flier and registration form.
21 -- 8:30 AM -- USA Nature Trail 5K - Mobile, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Saturday, October 21, 2006. Sun King 5K Run/Walk. 8:00am in Jackson, MS. More information: Alison Harkey, 101 Woodmont Way, Ridgeland, MS 39157; (601) 853- 1629, E-mail: alisonharkey@aol.com
Sunday, October 22, 2006. Paddle, Pant, Pedal Triathlon; Canoe- 4 mi., R-5 mi., B-23 mi. 8:00am in Long Beach, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875- 6855.
Sunday, October 22, 2006. UNCF Fund Run/Walk 5K. 8:30am in New Orleans; Audubon Park. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467- 8626, http://www.runnotc.org
Sunday, October 22, 2006. McGuire's 5K & 10K. 9:00am in Pensacola, FL. More Information: (850) 862- 4209.
28 -- 8-12 AM Denbury Beaver Pond Festival. See details.
Saturday October 28 Ellisville Fest 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run. See Flier A PBP Gran Prix event
Saturday October 28 Tailgate with Pine Belt Pacers, Saturday, October 28 Pine Belt Pacers will be tailgating prior to the Southern Miss home game against East Carolina. Tailgating will take place near Lake Byron across the street from the District (on the front of the campus) at 2 p.m. and will go until kickoff. Admission is a snack or dish for everyone to enjoy. We will be handling cups, plates, utensils, etc. and it is BYOB. We will be in a 10 x 10 black and gold Southern Miss tent. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Dawn Smith, but just showing up will be ok. Nestor can only come if he declares his true love for Southern Miss football to apologize for his comments on Saturday, however forgiveness will still be undecided at that point.
Saturday, October 28, 2006. Fit 2 Lead 5K Challenge, 5K Run, 5K Walk. 8:00am in Flowood, MS. More Information: Rachel Price (601) 932-8007.
November 2006
Saturday Nov 4, 2006. The Longleaf Trace to Hold Annual Birthday Challenge. The annual Longleaf Trace Birthday Challenge will be held Saturday, November 4, 2006. Starting and finishing in Prentiss, Miss, the Birthday Challenge urges all participants to walk, run, bike, rollerblade or wheelchair their age in kilometers on the Longleaf Trace. The event will begin at 6:00 a.m. at the Longleaf Trace Park near Columbia Ave. in Prentiss. The Birthday Challenge has no entry fee, but donations are accepted and appreciated. The first 500 registrants will receive awards and there will be door prizes at 4:00 p.m. For more information please see http://www.longleaftrace.org/Events/BDChlng/BDCMain.html or call 601.792.5142, e-mail jeffdaviscountychamberofcommerce@yahoo.com .
4 -- 8:00 AM -- Food World Senior Bowl Charity 10K - Mobile, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Saturday, November 4, 2006. Lake Caroline 15K. 7:00am/walkers, 7:30am/runners in Gluckstadt, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856-9884.
Saturday Nov 4, 2006. 1st Annual Rebel Baseball 5k Run/1 mile walk Place: Richton, MS (begins at Richton High School parking lot.) Time: 8:00 am. See flier
Sunday, November 5, 2006 5th Annual PEACHTREE CITY 50K and 2nd Annual Darkside Marathon 7:30 a.m., Sunday, November 5, 2006 Peachtree City, Georgia. This course is perfect for someone wanting to run their first marathon or ultra, as well as for someone looking for an excellent opportunity and a good course for a PR!!! See Flier MSWord version
Sunday, November 5, 2006. A Run Through History 5K. 8:30am in New Orleans; Metairie Cemetery. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org
Saturday, November 11, 2006. Mississippi Meet of Champions. You are invited to run at the Mississippi Meet of Champions and compete against the best runners in the state of Mississippi from both the public and private schools including returning female champion, Cory McGee and the returning male champion, Matthew Cameron. Date: Saturday, November 11, 2006
Location: Tatum Park, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Course: Grass, flat and fast, Distance: Girls 5k; Boys 5k, Time: 6:00 p.m. Girls Race; 6:30 p.m. Boys Race Entry form Volunteers needed to help officiate. Volunteers will receive free t-shirt
Saturday, November 11, 2006. Mayor's Cup 8:00am in Biloxi, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855.
Saturday, November 11, 2006. YMCA Classic. 8:00am in Madison, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856- 9884.
Saturday, November 11, 2006. Run for Hope 10K, 5K Trail Run. 8:00am in Bonita Lakes in Meridian, MS. More Information: Meridian Athletic Association http://www.meridianathletic.com/usarace.htm
Saturday, November 18, 2006. Run for the Kids. 8:00am in Natchez, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856- 9884.
Saturday, November 18, 2006. YMCA Brookshire's 5K Classic Run/Walk. 8:30am in Jackson, MS. More Information: Meg Outlaw (601) 948-3090.
18 -- 8:30 AM -- Turkey 10 Miler & 5K Run - Tanner Williams, AL
Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Sunday, November 19, 2006. Ole Man River Half Marathon & 5K. 8:00am in New Orleans. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org
Thursday, Nov. 23 Hobble Then Gobble 5 Mile Run and 1 Mile Fun Run at Lake Serene See Details, and entry form.
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event Directions to Lake Serene Clubhouse: Take highway 98 west. From Target, you will go about 2 miles, and take the West Lake Serene Entrance. It is the second entrance into Lake Serene. Turn left into Lake Serene and the clubhouse will be about 3/4 to a mile on the left. Early registration begins at 7 a.m.
Saturday, November 25, 2006. Kids Only Mile. 8:00am in Natchez, MS. More Information: MTC hotline (601) 856- 9884.
Saturday, November 25, 2006. Mississippi Coast Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Run. 8:00am in Waveland, MS (Stennis Space Center). More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855.
December 2006
2 -- 8:00 AM -- Santa Run 5K - Mobile, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Dec. 2 Meridian Athletic Association/ bank plus 19th annual jingle bell 5k run & 5k walk 1 mile children's run
saturday december 2, 2006 8:00 am 215 22nd ave. downtown meridian proceeds benefit L.O.V.E. KITCHEN contact person and number karen malone 601-485-3559 601-616-5151
Saturday, December 2, 2006. Baton Rouge Beach Marathon XIII & Half Marathon. 7:00am in Baton Rouge, LA. More Information: Baton Rouge Beach Marathon, 3909 Plaza Tower Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70816; Craig (225) 292-3800 or (225) 767-5211, http://www.brbeachmarathon.com
Saturday, December 2, 2006. St. Jude Memphis Marathon, half-marathon and Grizzlies House 5K. 8:00 in Memphis, TN. More information: http://www.stjudemarathon.org/marathon.htm
Saturday, December 2, 2006. Winter Sun 10K. Fast, snowy, downhill course. Beautiful scenery guaranteed. $1,000 to first Pine Belt Pacer male 65+ finisher. Moab UT See details.
Saturday, December 9, 2006. Cellular South Half Marathon. 7:30am/walk, 8am/run in Ridgeland, MS. More Information: Jim Myrick (601) 856-9884.
Saturday December 9, 8:00 am. Postponed to January or February. First Annual Longleaf Trace Relay Race. 8 legs, Prentiss to Hattiesburg. See revised flier. Audrey and Charles Jackson have volunteered to organize teams for the Longleaf Trace Relay. If you are interested in doing this event, please email Audrey at audreyjackson@hotmail.com so that she can come up with the most competitive teams or if you plan on organizing your own team, please let Audrey know so that she will be informed of members who are already taken. The format of the relay calls for varying distances, starting from Prentiss and ending at the USM Gateway.
Saturday December 9 The traditional Christmas gift exchange breakfast will not be held this year. Instead, we will have the gift exchange in conjunction with our Holiday Art Walk/Victorian Candlelit Christmas run. Vicki Copeland will once again host this event. Mark your calendars for the December 9 date. Details:
9 -- 8:30 AM -- Holiday Half Marathon & 8K Run - Point Clear, AL Port City Pacers, Mobile, AL (251) 473-7223
Sunday, December 10, 2006. Larry Fuselier State Championship 25K, 10K and 2 Miles. 8:00am in New Orleans, LA. Audobon Park Riverview. More Information: NOTC, POB 1652, Kenner, LA 70063-1652; (504) 467-8626, http://www.runnotc.org
Thursday, December 14, 2006. Inaugural Good Ole Boys Pump and Run Bench Press & 5k Run/Walk 12:00ish. See Revised Details.
Saturday, December 16, 2006. Pass to Bay Christmas 10K. 8:00am in Pass Christian, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855.
Saturday, December 16, 2006. 12th Annual Meadow Brook Runs on Saturday in Birmingham, AL. Start time for the 5K is 9 AM, 10 AM for the 1 mile Fun Run. Walkers and pets on leash welcome. Pre-registrants are promised a tee shirt, so please mail your entry form this week. Our fine race facilities, tee shirts, and hospitality table are provided compliments of Aliant Bank beginning at 7:30 AM. Gift bags will contain valuable free coupons from favorite area merchants; Love Birds will be released; Norton's will provide Flowers for Finishers; and there will be lots of good post-race food and a wonderful Christmas gift drawing. A printable entry form and last year's results are available courtesy of the Meadow Brook Home Owners Association at http://www.mbho.org . An entry form will be faxed to any local number on request by telephone.
Last year about 350 entrants finished the 5K and 1 mile Fun Run. The Aliant Bank, registration tables, start, and finish lines are located 3.3 miles from I-459, on Hwy 280 East, 1100 Corporate Parkway in Birmingham, AL 35242.
Wishing you the best Christmas ever, COL Bob Cosby, M. D. Race Director, Meadow Brook Runs 3508 Cheshire Drive Birmingham, AL 35242-3100 Tel: 205.991.6054
Saturday, December 30, 2006. Last Chance to Run Half Marathon, 10K & 5K. 9:00am in Woolmarket, MS. More Information: Leonard Vergunst (228) 875-6855.
Saturday, Dec. 30 Steam Whistle 12K (first race of the 2007 series) on the Longleaf Trace. See details.
A Pine Belt Pacer Gran Prix event
Some 2007 events
