Downtown Melbourne 5K


March 3, 2004


all photos courtesy of Barry "the picture takin' fool" Jones


The ladies started at 7:30 AM.
Settling into position are eventual winner, Adrea Dempsey(22) and runner-up, Michelle Lackore(44).
A little over a mile in, the race is taking shape.
The battle between "Youth" and "Wisdom". In the end, Karen Minor(235) prevailed over Melissa Jones(303). Minor was the Masters winner and Jones was 1st in the 10-14 age group.
Christina Martin (113) is chased by a group of ladies.
Runners rounding the final turn towards the finish.
A trio including Carol Ball (2) and Marlene White (center) pushing the pace on the second lap.
The start of the men's race.
Men's race leaders a little over a mile in. Kevin Butler (344) eventually out-kicked Frank Kapr (121) for the overall win in what was a very close and exciting finish.
Young runners showing no respect for their elders...
Jerry Bird (183) leader of the "Bird Family Running Team" enjoying the race.
Runners of all sizes and shapes sporting protective eyewear while running toward the sunrise.
Right about now, SCR's Prime Minister of Membership, Ross Clarico (267) is wishing the finish line was 300 meters closer.
This is actually a self-portrait. I was photographing my reflection in the glass door and the runner and elderly fan almost got in my way...
Finish line timing expert, Gene Ramba, making sure everyone's time is recorded properly. Next time you see Gene give him a pat on the back and say "thanks".
The face of the next generation of Brevard County runners getting their start in the kids run.
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