Letter To The Editor: Northview Chief Challenge 5K Run/Walk

October 9, 2011

Letter to the editor –

I continue to strive at keeping the registration cost low to have more people participate. My goal is to hook the 1st time walkers and runners into the great thrill of crossing the finish line. Most likely, their first race won’t be their last. My mother started 5 years ago and now at 71 she’s addicted to 5k runs. I feel exercise is her greatest motivator in beating breast cancer and positive outlook in life. It’s never to late or too soon to start exercising. Debra Parker & Bert Rice, both winners in today’s Grand Master Category are great examples of life long runners. Jae Heaton, our youngest participant came running in with a huge smile. Her smile lets you know she will be back. I love the enthusiasm of each person when they cross the line of completion. Their face shows their success. It’s not always about the speed, it’s about getting up and getting motivated.

Next year’s Goals for the 3rd Annual Chief Challenge will be to have high tech-timing, race clock, more student participants, and more categories for adults.

My apologizes to Matt Arnold and Rebekah Amerson with fumbling over their results.

The event’s success is from our many local sponsors and volunteers. A special thank you to the sponsors and volunteers; Atmore Pepsi, Atmore Family Medicine, Walnut Hill Fire & Rescue, Northescambia.com, Marion Cooper, Vicky Godwin, NJROTC, Tribal Beat Drum Line, Cheer, FBLA, Volleyball, FFA, Construction & Technology Academy, Northview Cross Country, Wellness Coordinator, Eagle’s Cross Country, Tater, Northview’s Athletic Trainer, and the  Bratt community.

Natalie Nall
Chief Challenge 5K Organizer

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under General