Racing in the rain at MCSP

Rain didn't discourage runners and walkers at the annual Friends of McCormick's Creek 5K on Saturday, April 19 at McCormick's Creek State Park.

There were 325 entrants, which was a new record. The Owen Valley High School Cheer Squad turned out to encourage racers, and McDonalds and Babbs Supermarket provided refreshments. Everyone enjoyed a time of fellowship and fun.

Proceeds from this charitable event fund park improvements, restoration from the tornado and educational programs and events. This race is part of the Mag 7 Race Series, a seven-county series that encourages running and competitive walking through a yearly point system.

Elliot Campbell, age 21 of Bloomington, was the overall male winner in the run division with a time of 18:47. Isabelle Sylvester, age 16 of Spencer, was the first female runner to cross the finish line. Her time was 21:59.

In the walk division, Jeremy Price of Bloomington finished with a time of 37:52 and was the overall male walk winner. Denise Hermann was the overall walk winner for the women with a time of 39:54.

This year's race sponsors were greatly appreciated, as were the many volunteers, park staff, and dedicated racers.