Harry's 5 Mile - CCAC Grand Prix #1

Hyannis, MA, December 3, 2000

Winter Grand Prix #1

84 runners gathered on a sunny, chilly winter morning for the first race of the Cape Cod Athletic Club Winter Grand Prix series. They were led to the finish by Falmouth's Ken Gartner in 27:23 and for the women, Lauren Heyl in 31:42. A light breeze froze faces as the runners toured a scenic loop of Hyannisport then returned to Harry's for some fresh chowder and gossip. Johnny Kelley was on-hand to celebrate along with a new entrant to the 50+ age group, Kevin Petrovek, who was able to work out the arthritis for a 31:36 finish. Lori Horan finished strong as the 4th female overall in 35:49 and is eager to be racing again after having a child a few weeks ago. Cathy Klim blew away the 50+ women's field with a 32:58 finish for 2nd woman overall. Fierce battles are brewing in the weeks ahead for the men's 40-49 and 50-59 age groups while Bill Riley continues to dominate the 60+ division.

The Grand Prix series continues every weekend (except 7 January) until the end of January at various locations across the Cape. Cost is $5 for club members and $10 for non-members. All are invited to attend but only club members are eligible for points and awards to be presented at the annual club banquet in February. For more information, visit the CCAC at http://www.capecodathleticclub.org/.