2008 Catalina Marathon
Post-Race Update

Dear Athletes,

Congratulations to all who participated in the 31st Annual Catalina Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Kids Run! Runners from all corners of the world and the nation traveled to Catalina Island last weekend including participants from as far away as China and Germany.

BEN BROWN won his second consecutive Catalina Marathon in dominating fashion. In a time of 2:48:23, Brown crossed the finish line with the fastest Catalina Marathon time since 1994. In the women’s race, JULIE ALLEN took the top prize with a time of 3:31:14 in her first attempt at the marathon distance.

Brown was also crowned the American Trail Champion once again. The Buffalo Run Half Marathon (February 9th) and Catalina Marathon are joined to form the American Trail Championship. Awards are based on the combined time in both events. Brown completed the Buffalo Run in a time of 1:24:19 for a combined Championship time of 4:12:44. The women’s overall winner for the American Trail Championship was AMY MICHELETTI. Micheletti completed the marathon in 3:56:35 and the half marathon in 1:59:04 for a combined time of 5:55:39.

RESULTS & PHOTOS
Complete results for the marathon and American Trail Championship are available here. You can also sign up to receive notification from ASI regarding photo publication.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
In an effort to continue to improve our event, we have created a post race survey. Your participation is very important and valuable. Please make sure your voice is heard by taking this short informational survey about the Catalina Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Kids Run. All survey data is anonymous.

Please visit the following link to complete our online survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=am4rtsQ7JFXYgh2pNidK3g_3d_3d

FINISHER JACKETS AND MERCHANDISE
The Nike Therma Fit Finisher Jackets are $70 each and available in men’s and women’s sizes S-XL. Men’s available colors are Dark Navy and Black. Women’s colors are Black, Clay Green or University Blue. The deadline to order your 2008 Finisher Jacket is MARCH 31st.

You may also order any other race merchandise discounted at 20%. Some of the items we have in stock -- Short Sleeve Pigment Dyed T-Shirt $15, Adult Fleece Vest $25, MicroFiber Activo ¼ Zip Pullover $40, Nike ThermaFit Jacket $70. We will offer FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $100. If you are interested in purchasing a Finisher Jacket or any other merchandise, please contact Kylee Belflower at kylee@pacificsportsllc.com or 714.978.1528.

OFFICIAL CHARITIES
We would like to formally thank the Official Charities of the Catalina Marathon: Avalon Schools, Two Harbors PTA (Little Red Schoolhouse) and the Catalina Island Conservancy. These organizations benefit from the event and provide the majority of the volunteers along the course. Volunteers are the backbone of any great race and we thank them for their enthusiastic support and effort.

Congratulations once again. You did it! Thank you for your contribution towards the spirit of this historic race. We look forward to seeing you next year or at one of our upcoming Pacific Sports events. Good luck in your training and racing.

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RESULTS
Catalina Marathon, 10k, 5k & the American Trail Championship
Saturday, March 15, 2008

CATALINA MARATHON
MEN
Ben Brown (CA), 2:48:25
Joshua Loren (DE), 2:57:57
Christopher Michael (CA), 3:01:26

WOMEN
Julie Allen (CA), 3:31:45
Amelia Valinsky (CA), 3:33:40
Sydney Leonard (CA), 3:38:40

CATALINA MARATHON – 10k

MEN
Joey Avalon (CA), 36:20
Tim Minor (NV), 36:31
Carl Maravilla (CA), 37:35

WOMEN
Deborah Braun (CA), 43:56
Brooke Asa (CA), 47:48
Jane Buskirk (AK), 49:11

CATALINA MARATHON – 5k

MEN
Robert Grove (CA), 16:27
Mike Fillipow (CA), 16:47
Adam Maxwell (CA), 17:56

WOMEN
Katie Spencer (CA), 18:41
Noreen Searls (CA), 19:36
Kyle Legones, 19:43

AMERICAN TRAIL CHAMPIONSHIP

MEN
Ben Brown (CA), 4:12:44
Mike Whitcombe (CA), 4:57:03
Jimmy Wills (CA), 5:09:18

WOMEN
Amy Micheletti (CA), 5:55:39
Erin Beresini (CA), 6:08:15
Kristin Deathridge (CA), 6:17:34

QUESTIONS?
Contact:
PACIFIC SPORTS LLC
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Phone: 714-978-1528
Email: info@pacificsportsllc.com

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