Saturday, September 2nd

Features a 5K and 1 mile fun run/walk - presented by Sioux Valley Hospitals and Health Systems.  Registration is 7:00 a.m. to 7:45.  Race starts after that [no exact time stated in brochure].  Registration, packet pickup, and start of race are at the entrance to Howard Wood Field.  T-shirts, awards to top finishers, and door prizes given.

Entrance fee $15 if received before August 19th; $20 if afterwards.  Make checks payable to O'Gorman High School and mail to Sioux Falls Catholic Schools Development Office, 3100 W. 41st St, Sioux Falls, 57105.  Phone:  605-336-6354.

Results:  9/2 Bob Burns Dakota Bowl 5k
Women:  1. Gina Hopkins, 22.16; 2. Renae Klein, 22.19; 3. Jolene Marie Stritecky, 23.00; 4. Michelle Bunkers, 23.50; 5. Connie Pruner, 23.56; 6. Valene Mickelson, 24.13; 7. Renae Magera, 24.14; 8. Molly Johnson, 24.52; 9. Karen Dorn, 26.42; 10. Kitty West-McCallion, 26.45. Men:  1. Frank Bendewald, 17.24; 2.Tim Gentry, 17.53; 3. Jonathan Kraas, 18.17; 4. Mike Flynn, 20.13; 5. Mike Bassing, 20.40; 6. Larry Post, 21.20; 7. Don Knudson, 22.32; 8. Butch Reinesch, 22.42; 9. Bryon Foreman, 22.46; 10. Mike McCulloch, 22.47.
 

Saturday, September 2nd

Have you ever run through three states in under an hour?  Here's your chance.  The Missouri River Runners lead this 7-mile event on a flat, fast, and cetified course run through South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska.  The event has a new feature - a relay team competition, requiring 3 members.

Race time:  7:30 a.m.  Registration $15/$45 for relay - pre-registration until Aug. 25th; $20/$60 for relay after Aug. 25th.  Packet Pick-up, 6-7:00 a.m. at Marina Inn, 4th & B Streets, So. Sioux City, NE.  Start location:  300 N. Military Road near the City Hall in No. City, SD.  Finish location:  Marina Inn Parking lot, So. Sioux City, NE.  Shuttle buses to transport from Marina Inn; the last leaving at 6:45.  T-shirts, Awards given at post-race ceremony.

For race questions call 712-274-2548 (p.m.), or e-mail:  henudebparker@aol.com.  Mail to Missouri River Runners, Box 1582, Sioux City, IA  51102.  Their web site: http://missouririverrunners.com .  Complete results posted there.

Results:  9/2 Tri-State 7 Miler
Sue Kerstan writes:  "I think my time in Sioux City was 47:58 for the seven-miler.  It was so long ago, I can't remember!!!   There were no Sioux Falls people there. It was a humid, foggy day and the air was heavy.  The Missouri River Runners always do a nice job with their runs - very well organized, etc. They had a nice presentation of their club at the poolside award ceremony, along with lots of treats and refreshments. More people should take advantage of this race - it is really fun."  [Sue was the overall female winner].
 

Moday, September 4th

Includes a 2 mile walk, and 2 and 4 mile runs, which start at 8:45 a.m.  Also, a kid's 1 mile, starting at 8:15.  The runs are USA Track and Field Course Certified by RRTC.

Entry fee received before Aug 18th is $12 with T-shirt; $8.00 without T-shirt.  After Aug 18th, $15 and $10.  Awards, door prizes, dressing rooms and free showers, and free swim at local pool.  Contact Schuyler Labor Day Run, P.O. Box 583, Schuyler, NE  68661.
 

Sunday, September 10th

SIOUX FALLS HALF-MARATHON RACE AND 5K RUN/WALK

Half-marathon begins at 7:30 a.m.  Half-marathon wheelers start at 7:45.  5K runners start at 8:00; 5K wheelers, at 7:55. Half-marathon starts outside the Howard Wood Field; buses take runners one way from the Sioux Valley Wellness Center (located at 4201 Oxbow Ave.) to  Howard Wood.  The 5K starts at Sertoma Park.  The finish line for bothe races is Sertoma Park.  There is a post race party--with refreshments, food, and massages.

All finishers receive a medallion and t-shirt.  Prize money for top finishers.  Age-group awards to top male and female finishers in each bracket.  Champion Chip timing System used.

Event is sponsored by Sioux Valley Hospital.  The hospital web site has the information at www.siouxvalley.org .  Also, info and complete race results can be found at the new web site:  www.siouxfallshalfmarathon.com .  Entry fee is $20 for half-marathon prior to Sept. 2; $30 afterwards.  $15 for 5K prior to Sept 2; $20 afterwards.  Checks payable to Sioux Valley Hospital.  Mail to Sioux Valley Hospital Marketing, 1100 S. Euclid Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57117.  Phone:  605-333-1600 (Wellness Center).
 

Saturday, September 16th

Since its beginning in 1980 this event has become one of the area's premier roadraces.  It is scenic (circles Lake Okabena), fast, and TAC certified.  Last year there were 642 finishers.  The race draws the serious runners and those just starting out.  A festive spirit prevails.  Many spectators.

Race starts at 10:30 a.m.  Registration is at 6th ave and 10th street in downtown Worthington.  Fee is $13 prior to Sept 13th, and $16 after that.  Awards for top 2-3 male and female finishers in many age divisions.  Picnic following.

For race details contact the Okabena Bay Area Striders, 608 13th Street, Worthington, MN  56187.  Phone 1-507-376-6105 (days) and 376-5610 (evenings).
 

Saturday, September 16th

Registration starts at 7:00, at the Scotland Sports Complex.  Time of race:  8:00a.m

Entrance fee:  $9 before Sept 2; $10 day of the race.  Awards presented to the top male and female finishers; Special T-shirts for all runners.

Fee includes admission to the Highland Festival. Web Site:  www.angelfire.com/yt/scotsfest  .

Contact Rob Schmitz at 605-583-4847.  Mail:  P.O. 173, Scotland, SD 57059
 

Saturday, September 16th

For complete details contact Sara Horner at 605-688-4213.
 

Wednesday, September 20th

Cross Country Run For Kids - Sioux Falls

Family Service hosts this local K-6 Series running event which is held at Spencer Park.  Start time is 3:30 p.m. The series will run four weeks and is for students in grades K-6.  Race distances will range from 800 to 1200 meters. For more information call Family Service at 336-1974.  Results can be viewed at their Web site:  www.fsisd.org .
 

Saturday, September 23rd

Includes a 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk.  Starts at 9:00 a.m., at the Lewis & Clark Recreation Area, Lewis & Clark Lake (Meet at Midway Beach Parking Lot).  The course is a beautiful tree-lined bike/jogging trail that runs parallel to the Lake.

Registration at Midway Beach parking lot from 7:45 to 8:45. Pre-registration is preferred but not required.  Register by mail:  Avera Sacred Heart Wellness Center, 1017 West 5th St., Yankton, SD., 57078; or online through www.active.com .

Metals will be awarded to the top finishers in each of 7 divisions, and the top 3 overall finishers.  Entry fee is $10 per person before September 9th; $15 afterwards.  Fee includes a tee shirt and post-race refreshents.  Note:  a South Dakota park sticker will need to be purchased for each vehicle to enter the park.

RESULTS:  9/23 Goose Run - Pierre, SD
Jim and Sue Kerstan indicate:  "There was a 5K, 10K, and a half-marathon. We both ran the half. The wind was blowing around 20 miles an hour, so we had the wind in our face on the way out, and up a very slight incline. You didn't notice the incline until you came back and it felt like you were running  slightly downhill. There were 3-4 miles of dirt/sand/gravel at the beginning of the race and near the end - it was an out and back course. I ran 1:36 and Jim ran around 1:41.  Jim has only run about three miles since the SF half, so I thought he ran really well.  Jim's sister, Kathy ran the 5K. There was a guy there from Georgia that flew in just for the half-marathon. He is trying to run a race in every capital, and he just happened to pick South Dakota. He has about 14 more states to go."