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Southern Designated Tennis Tournament at Hudlow Tennis Center and Other Parks

Posted by admin on February 26, 2010  |  No Comments

Experience an exciting weekend of high quality junior tennis Friday, Feb. 26 through Monday, March 1 at the Hudlow Tennis Center in Best Friend Park. Other locations for matches will be at Rhodes Jordan Park, Rock Springs Park, and Mountain Park in Gwinnett County.

Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation will host over 260 young tennis athletes at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Southern Bullfrog Designated Tournament. The USTA is the national governing body for the sport of tennis in the United States. This event features competition among the top Southern Section Boys and Girls in the 16 and 18 age divisions.

Matches for doubles begin Friday, Feb. 26 at Hudlow Tennis Center and Rhodes Jordan Park Tennis Center at 5:00 p.m. Singles competition begins on Feb. 27 at all locations. To find out more about this event, visit http://tennislink.usta.com/Tournaments. The tournament ID# is 703493711.

Hudlow Tennis Center is located at 2051 Old Rockbridge Road, Norcross. For more information on Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation, visit www.gwinnettparks.com.

2010 Atlanta Open (Table Tennis) at Lucky Shoals

Posted by admin on February 26, 2010  |  No Comments

Seven Gwinnett Athletes Win 17 Medals At Special Olympics Horse Show in Perry

Posted by admin on November 17, 2009  |  No Comments

For the sixth consecutive year, Parkwood Farms Therapy Center led the Gwinnett team of special equestrians to the Special Olympics of Georgia Horse Show in Perry, Ga. This year’s show, Nov. 13 – 15, was among the most successful for the Gwinnett team. Seven athletes riding three exceptional horses won 17 medals in the 28 classes entered. But most importantly, the athletes had a great time with their friends, families and the 20 generous volunteers who made the three-day trek.

The Gwinnett team participated in both riding and showmanship competitions. “We are so proud of our athletes,” said Parkwood Farms founder and CEO Dr. Marilyn Peterson. “They practiced hard on their patterns, but riding for the judges in the large arenas can test everyone’s nerves.”

The show requires an enormous amount of planning and effort. That work is done by volunteers, under the supervision of Dr. Peterson. Volunteers practice with athletes and, in most cases, walk within inches from the rider during competitions. Some of the athletes require three volunteers to be present during each ride. The volunteers also care for horses, drive trailers and provide logistical support. “We’re grateful for the Georgia Special Olympics organization- their fundraising and their volunteers, but we could not field a team from Gwinnett each year without our own homegrown volunteers, who work directly with our athletes and our horses,” said Dr. Peterson. “The parents of our special athletes appreciate how much these volunteers enrich the children’s lives both at Special Olympics and during their therapeutic riding sessions at Parkwood Farms.”

Parkwood Farms Therapy Center, Inc. is a multi-discipline therapy center located in Snellville, Ga. In addition to our signature equestrian-based therapies, Parkwood Farms offers non-traditional therapies, such as Chiropractic and Bio-medical nutritional counseling, mild Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy, Far Infrared Sauna, and other services in a clinical setting with a spa-like atmosphere. More details are available at www.parkwoodfarms.org.

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Running Events in and near Gwinnett

Posted by admin on November 9, 2009  |  No Comments

The Late Harvest Run: 5K Run/Walk October 17

Posted by admin on October 11, 2009  |  No Comments

2009 Dunwoody Late Harvest Run Sponsored by The Dunwoody Restaurant Group, Operation Boot Camp and Eagle Rock Distributor

What:
5K run/walk on a predetermined course through Dunwoody Begins and ends at the Dunwoody Farm House Party to follow at The Dunwoody Tavern that evening

Date:
Saturday, October 17

Time:
Registration begins at 8:00 AM at The Dunwoody Farmhouse. Registration closes at 8.45 AM
Run begins at 9:00 AM

Where to Register:
Registration begins…October 1
Pre-registration available

Cost:
$25 per runner that includes a t-shirt and dinner. Children under 10 are free

Proceeds from the event will be donated to The Dunwoody Farmhouse and Atlanta Humane Society

SECOND ANNUAL RIDE FOR RALLY SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 17

Posted by admin on October 10, 2009  |  No Comments

The second annual Ride for Rally benefiting the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research will be held at Addictive Cycling/Cafeine Café at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2009.

In honor of childhood cancer survivor Russell Tindol, the 50 mile ride was started last year by the Frazier Cycling members to show their cycling teammate Russell their support and help raise awareness for childhood cancer.  Russell has been in remission for one year and is back on his bike!

This year’s ride will offer a 10, 30 or 50 mile option and will be a social ride for all ages and levels.  You can register on line until Friday, October 16 or day of registration will begin at 7:00 a.m.  There will be a social BBQ after the ride that includes hot dogs & hamburgers for all riders.  There will also be live music provided by ACT 13 that will begin at 10:45 a.m.

Sponsored by Frazier Cycling, Addictive Cycling and Allgood Pest Solutions, entry fees for the ride are $30 on line or $35 day of the ride.

We hope you can come join Russell and his family and friends for a bike ride through Buford, Suwanee and Flowery Branch.  For more information about the ride, to register for the event or to make a general donation to the Ride for Rally fund please visit www.active.com/donate/rideforrally

About Rally Foundation:
Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Atlanta, Ga. with the sole mission of raising awareness and funds for childhood cancer research through volunteer grassroots initiatives. Rally Foundation currently supports 39 research projects across the country that aim to find better treatments and cures for childhood cancers. Visit www.rallyfoundation.org for more information.

Peachtree Corners Swim & Racquet Club Kids’ Triathlon

Posted by admin on July 14, 2009  |  No Comments

Swim portion of Triathlon

The Peachtree Corners Swim & Racquet Club Kids’ Triathlon takes place August 15th, 2009 at 8am. The Bicycle Wheel (celebrating it’s 5th aniversary) has been involved with the PCS&R Triathlon since its inception and is looking forward to another great event this year.  They will have their tent set up to air up tires and perform minor adjustments before the start.

This is an entry-level triathlon for kids ages 7-15.  Participants can enter as individuals or as a team of 2 or 3 children.

DISTANCE:  Children ages 7-10 will swim 100 yards (4 laps), bike 3 miles (2 neighborhood loops) and run 0.75 miles.

Children ages 11-15 will swim 200 yards (8 laps), bike 6 miles (4 neighborhood loops) and run 1.5 miles.

COURSE:  The race begins at the PCS&R pool.  The transition area will be in the club’s parking lot. The bike course is a 1.5 mile loop on Jones Bridge Circle and Fitzpatrick Way.  The run course goes along Jones Bridge Circle into the Simpsonwood Conference Center.  This is an out and back course.

VOLUNTEERS: The directors will need lots of volunteers to put on a fun and safe race!  All kids who race need at least one parent to volunteer with the race.  We encourage teenagers to volunteer as a great way to earn community service hours.  Please contact one of the race directors to find out more details – hope to see you there!

RACE DIRECTORS:
Jason Januzelli:  triathlon@januzelli.net,  678-261-8771
Shane Johnson:  shanej99@gmail.com,  770-417-1194

REGISTRATION:  To register, follow this link and print out the application.  The application also contains important information you need to know about the race.  Registration is closed after August 1st, so register soon to ensure a spot! Note: a nominal fee and registration is required in the USAT (USA Triathlon)

This is a great event and

Suwanee Day Classic 5K and 10K Races in September

Posted by admin on July 12, 2009  |  No Comments

Suwanee Day Classic 2008

Run, Suwanee, Run

Runners in the 9^th annual Suwanee Day Classic, scheduled for Saturday, September 12, have their choice of two routes. Participants may choose from a 5K route through historic Old Town or a 10K course along the Suwanee Creek Greenway.

Both races begin and end at Town Center Park, located at the intersection of Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road and Buford Highway. The 10K begins at 8 a.m., with 5K runners taking off at 8:30 a.m.

The 2009 Suwanee Day Classic, which will be held the week before the annual Suwanee Day festival on September 19, is organized by BodyPlex Fitness Adventure with sponsorship support from Optimum Health and Suwanee Family Dentistry.

All runners who register by September 5 are guaranteed a race t-shirt; runners who register later will receive t-shirts while supplies last. The entry fee is $18 if received by September 5, and $20 thereafter. Race-day registration begins at 6:30 a.m. at Town Center Park.

A downloadable registration form as well as a link to online registration is available at www.suwaneeday.com/race.html.

Awards will be given to approximately 70 individuals in various age groups as well as to runners ages 12 and under who complete the course.

On your mark…get set…run, Suwanee!