Last month, the Springfield High School Academic Boosters and cross country team held their annual 5K run/walk, Springfield Sprint. Coordinated by Cheri Copeland-Shull of the boosters and cross country Coach Mike Shull, the event benefited both groups. More than 30 runners braved the early morning elements and were rewarded with the sun breaking through the clouds just as the run got underway.
Winners in their age categories were: male–overall male Reese Shull; 13 and under–Jonathan Brown, Jr., above left; 14-19–Tim Cox; 20-29-Corey Fink; 30-39–none; 40-49–Cory Fritch; 50-59–Derek Rall, and 60 and over–Chris Conroy.
In the female category, the winners were: overall female–Sarah Bruce; 13 and under–Audrey Poponak; 14-19–Kaveya Wertz, above center; 20-29–Kristin Fink; 30-39–Sarah Thurston; 40-49–Katie Bylow; 50-59–Cheri Copeland-Shull, and 60 and over–none.
Top right, a runner prepares to cross the finish line. Below left, these supporters came out to cheer on the runners and walkers. Below right, enjoying the race are two youngsters.
