August 2nd, 2008 - 1st Place Sports - JDR - Two Bridges 5k
Photos: Michele Gillis and Maureen McKinney
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Final setup for the JDR Two Bridges run in downtown Jacksonville, Fl.
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The runners and families begin to gather, as ....
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... the band kicks off with some fun music, getting everyone in the mood for an envigorating 5k and party afterwards.
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Some relax before the start of the race, and ....
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... others get caught up with their friends and fellow runners.
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Paula Jones, Alyson Hardison, and Billie Woods get together for a quick pre-race photo!
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With 5 seconds to go, everyone is ready for the cannon to start the race.
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Runners, joggers, walkers, and moms with little ones help to make these 5k races a true family event.
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Running joggers for the kids help let the moms and dads get some exercise and have fun too!
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The first group of runners have made the turnaround and are now heading for the Main Street bridge.
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This little guy with dad is making huge strides.
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The next pack is coming through following the first pack straight to the first bridge.
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Taylor Liberty rounds the corner in front of the Jacksonville Landing.
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They've conquered the Main Street bridge and are now on the backside of the Acosta.
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A straight 5k will make anyone sweat, but throw in two bridges and you're in for a challenge.
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The finish line is in site for one of the Jax Rabbits team members.
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26:15, a very respectable time!
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Sara Cissel of Jacksonville Beach powered through the course and finished in under thirty minutes.
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Dana Stallings and her daughters, Emily and Haley help to make up the Jax Rabbits racing team.
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Erin, Bobby, Garrett and Stepahnie Corbett enjoy some refreshing water after the race.
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Rebekah & Thomas Berger with Theresa & Thomas Blackburn.
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Everyone enjoys the relaxing atmosphere after the race.
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Caroline & Lynn Preston with daughter Julia, and Evelyne & Raul Lopez with their son, Ethan. Raul placed third in his age division!
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