Relays Race Report

Memories of a hilly race by Audrey Jackson:

The Memorial Day race in Purvis is in the 18th year and is called the Campmeeting Cantor to benefit the Salvation Army. As flat at the Gonzales race was, this one was the hilliest course I have ever run in a race.

The Pinebelt Pacers were represented by me, Charles, and Nestor. Since I didn't have a bike, Nestor took no pity on me today!! Also, he had something to prove. His status as the fastest Colombian in Hattiesburg has spread to other areas in Mississippi. A young man drove down from Meridian to challenge Nestor. Nestor took off, holding nothing back that first mile. The young Colombian from Meridian was up to the challenge. I am pretty sure they were neck an neck for a while then the young man's youth worked to his advantage. Nestor was defeated and has lost his title!! However, he was first in his age group, and Charles was 2nd. (Charles wasn't motivated today, no beer anywhere.) Nestor has the full results with names and times.

A young girl and her brother (Stacy and Ryan Hagenson) won the race outright. I was just glad to make it up that last hill on very tired legs from previous races. This was a very small race, but this course/race has potential. I feel like the race was short (Nestor and Charles agree), and the awards were a little different. (Nestor and I got 2 awards, age group awards, and overall placement awards.

All in all, I think we should consider this one next year. The cause is good, the race director and volunteers were very nice. This concludes my racing spree. My foot is fine, my breathing is getting better and it's all good. My legs are tired, but have stood up to the challenge!! I will catch all of you on the run!! Take care, Audrey

Addendum by Nestor Raul

The Cantor 5K is a great event with a lot of potential. With some little adjustments, it would be a nice event to be included in the PBP Grand Prix in the coming years. The organizers and volunteers are very nice and friendly. The course is challenging (you never find a flat area.... always going up and down, up and down...and up, up, up!!!!). The date is good... there are not other events during the Memorial Day weekend in the area. In addition, to include an event that takes place in Purvis would give us more variety of locations!

The results from The International Memorial Day race in Purvis follows. Thanks to Carolyn Culpepper for the information.

OVERALL
Guys
1 - Ryan Hagenson 19:55
2 - Jaime Pombo 21:40 From ColOmbia, South America!!!! yeah!
3 - Nestor Anzola 21:52 From ColOmbia, South America!!! yeah!

Gals
1 - Stacy Hagenson 20:50
2 - Audrey Jackson 24:22
3 - Patti Mitchell 29:50

9 & UNDER
Guys
1 - Bradley Culpepper 27:04
2 - Gabriel Romero 32:21
3 - Miguel Romero 39:56

10 to 12
Guys
1 - Joel Romero 31:40

13 to 17
Guys
1 - Ryan Hagenson 19:55

Gals
1 - Stacy Hagenson 20:50
2 - Brandi Culberson 32:43

18 to 29
Guys
1 - Jamie Pombo 21:40

30 to 39
Guys
1 - Burney Culpepper 27:05
2 - Jarrod Culberson 32:46

Gals
1 - Verdi Channell 37:06

40 to 49
Guys
1 - Nestor Anzola 21:52
2 - Charles Jackson 22:34
3 - Jeff Walden 24:01
Gals
1 - Audrey Jackson 24:22
2 - Patti Mitchell 29:50
3 - Marisela Romero 38:24

50 to 59
Guys
1 -Daniel Romero 39:57
Gals
1 - Peggy Salamone 32:04
2 - Pat King 48:57 Tied
2 - Janine Brunet 48:57 Tied

60 & Above
Gals
1 - Celina Lawson 48:57

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Pic1: Bass Memorial Academy, place where the 5K Run took place

Pic2: Overall female, Stacy Hagenson

Pic3: Jaime Pombo, the fastest Colombian in Meridian with Charles and Audrey

Pic4: 9 and under winners: - Gabriel Romero, Bradley Culpepper, and Miguel Romero
Pic5: 30-39 winner, Verdi Channell
Pic6: 20-29 winner, Jaime Pombo

Pic7: 30-39, Jarrod Culberson and race director Burney Culpepper

Pic8: Top females 40-49, Audrey Jackson, Marisela Romero, and Patti Mitchell

Pic9: Top 40-49, Charles Jackson and Nestor Raul Anzola

Pic10: Top 50-59, Peggy Salamone, Pat King, and Janine Brunet

Pic11: 50-59 winner, Daniel Romero

Pic12: 60& above winner, Celine Lawson

Pic13: The fastest couple in Sumrall, MS