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Podcast 86: KATE O’NEIL on making her 26.2 mile debut at Sunday’s Chicago Marathon

Posted October 2nd, 2007 at 12:24 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts

Episode sponsored by: Bill Rodgers Sportswear
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Episode 86 of The Final Sprint Podcast features my interview with 2004 Olympian KATE O’NEIL about making her marathon debut at Sunday’s Lasalle Bank Chicago Marathon.

In January, Kate finished second and ran a personal best 1:11:47 at the Aramco Half-Marathon in Houston. She continued her success with third places finishes at the Falmouth Road Race in August and the New Haven 20-K in September (where she also set another PR).

In the interview, Kate talks about her mental and physical preparation for Chicago, plans to run in next April’s U.S. Olympic Women’s Marathon Trails in Boston, and why she chose Chicago over other fall marathons (i.e. - New York) for her debut.

Download the podcast to hear Kate discuss these topics, as well as, how Deena Kastor and the other members of Team Running USA in Mammoth Lakes, CA have helped with her approach to the marathon, her views on the role of pacesetters, how cheering fans have confused her with her twin sister Laura when they ran together at Yale, and much more!

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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Kate O’Neil
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 12.0 MB | Length: 17:30 MIN

Episode sponsored by: Bill Rodgers Sportswear
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Kastor wins US Women’s Marathon Championship amidst blustery conditions

Posted April 16th, 2007 at 2:19 PM by Jared Markowitz

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Special Features, Live Race Coverage

The United States Women’s Marathon Championships were conducted as part of today’s 111th Boston Marathon. Olympic Bronze Medalist Deena Kastor (Mammoth Lakes, CA) claimed the title on the strength of her fifth place overall finish. Kastor completed the famous Hopkinton to Boylston course in a wind-blown 2:35:09.

Following Kastor was Ann Alyanak (Bellbrook, OH) in 2:38:55 and Kristin Price (Raleigh, NC) in 2:38:57. Rounding out the top 10 were Mary Akor (Gardena, CA), Christine Lundy (Sausalito, CA), Janelle Kraus (Pawtucket, RI), Zoila Gomez (Alamosa, CO), Melissa White (Rochester Hills, MI), Kelly Flathers (Huntington Beach, CA), and Dot McMahan (Rochester Hills, MI).

This year’s Boston Marathon provided a unique challenge to all runners through the extremely difficult weather conditions. With temperatures in the low 40s, strong rain, and gale-force winds the competitors had to fight not only their opponents but the elements as well. The last few miles along Commonwealth Avenue were especially trying, as a brutal headwind made a strong finish difficult. Undeterred, the American women persevered to place 8 runners in the top 15 overall led by Boston native Deena Kastor.
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Boston Marathon Video Podcast: KEVIN & KEITH HANSON (Part 1)

Posted April 14th, 2007 at 6:40 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Special Features, Interviews, Live Race Coverage

I sat down for a video interview with Kevin and Keith Hanson; owners of Hansons Running Shops and coaches of the Hansons- Brooks Distance Project.

In the interview we discuss this weekend’s Boston Marathon, the USA Women’s Marathon Championship, the Distance Project, the new $100,000 running salaries, being sponsored by Brooks and now Saturn as well, Brian Sell (aka the working man’s hero), and the blue-collar work ethic exhibited by the Hansons and all of their athletes.

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Boston Marathon Video Podcast: KEVIN & KEITH HANSON (Part 2)

Posted April 14th, 2007 at 6:04 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Special Features, Interviews, Live Race Coverage

I sat down for a video interview with Kevin and Keith Hanson; owners of Hansons Running Shops and coaches of the Hansons- Brooks Distance Project.

In the interview we discuss this weekend’s Boston Marathon, the USA Women’s Marathon Championship, the Distance Project, the new $100,000 running salaries, being sponsored by Brooks and now Saturn as well), Brian Sell (aka the working man’s hero), and the blue-collar work ethic exhibited by the Hansons and all of their athletes.

Click on the image to watch Part 2 of the interview.

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Part 1: 2007 USA Women’s Marathon Champs Press Conference (Video Coverage)

Posted April 14th, 2007 at 5:39 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Special Features, Live Race Coverage

Part 1 of the 2007 USA Women’s Marathon Champs Press Conference at the Boston Marathon race headquarters. Featured speakers include: USATF’s Jim Estes, Boston Athletic Association’s Jeff Staab, and many of America’s top female runners.

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Part 2: 2007 USA Women’s Marathon Champs Press Conference (Video Coverage)

Posted April 14th, 2007 at 5:00 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Special Features, Live Race Coverage

Part 2 of the 2007 USA Women’s Marathon Champs Press Conference at the Boston Marathon race headquarters. Featured speakers include: USATF’s Jim Estes, Boston Athletic Association’s Jeff Staab, and many of America’s top female runners.

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Top contenders announced for 2007 USA Women’s Marathon Championships

Posted February 27th, 2007 at 10:23 AM by David Monti

Section: News & Results, Marathons

The Boston Athletic Association (BAA) has released a list of the top contenders for the USA Women’s Marathon Championship which will be held in conjunction with the 111th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 16, 2007.

The field is led by U.S. record holder, Deena Kastor, who will be trying to get the overall Boston title against defending champion Rita Jeptoo and reigning ING New York City Marathon champion, Jelena Prokopcuka.
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