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This past week we changed up the training a bit to reflect a change in race days. Typically, races are held on Saturday mornings, but tomorrow, November 1, we race on Sunday afternoon at Stumptown in Monmouth, Oregon. Rather than our typical Monday and Wednesday workouts, we opted for Tuesday and Thursday, with Monday and Wednesday serving as days where we would merely enjoy an easy run. On Wednesday, the team ventured out for a common waterfront loop that included a photo stop at the Grant Street Pier. The team is knows the drill - run the 2 to 2.5 mile route and meet at the pier. As we crossed at the Waterfront Way and Grant St. intersection just outside of Twigs Bistro, there were two middle-aged gentlemen crossing the intersection walking in our direction. It appeared as though they were saying their goodbyes and soon heading in two separate ways. As they continued, their final words became louder so one could hear the other. It was clear that one had mentioned runners coming their way, with the other replying with a subtle laugh and smile, “I would join them, but I tore my Achilles.” Mind you, this person continued on without a limp, and an apparent healthy “toe off” as he…click here to continue reading.
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Actually, it’s two weeks!The 2026 USATF Junior Olympics is two weeks away and your child is invited! Junior Olympics is a post-season series of races beginning Saturday, November 14, in Seattle, followed by races in Pasco, WA on November 21, and Lafayette, Louisiana on December 12! Runners in the November 14 race must qualify for the November 21 meet by finishing in the top-35 individually, or being part of a top-5 finishing team (by age group). To qualify from the November 21 to December 12 meet, runners must finish in the top-30, or on a top-5 finishing team. If your child is interested, they should be registered with USATF by November 5 to allow time for their age verification form to be processed (usually 1-2 days). Registration into the November 14 meet closes Wednesday, November 8 at 8pm. If your child wishes to be part of Whisper, please contact Coach Dave right away! To learn more about Junior Olympics, see the post dated October 5 on the Whisper Blog. UPDATE!!! Mr. Alisdair, the excitable boy aiming to break the coveted 8-minute mile, had the race of his life on Friday, October 9, at the Rose City Championship Invite, where he ran a blistering 7:52! See Alisdair’s magical moment on the Rose City XC 2026 video, specifically at the 1:58 and 2:27 minute marks.
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Halloween Dash Bash14 teams and over 500 runners from around the Pacific Northwest converged at Pacific Park on Saturday, October 24, for a morning of fog, fun, and some of the fastest times in the country! Whisper team highlights, along with one semi-predicable lowlight, include: Amazing humans showed up on my doorstep at 4:08am on race day morning to assist, along with many others before the sun came up. To those individuals, thank you!!! 8U: our girls took home the W by placing first in the 2k race! 9-10yo 3k: boys placed 2nd, and girls placed 4th! 11-12yo 3k: both teams placed 3rd! 13-14yo 4k: boys placed 2nd, and our boys placed 3rd! Click here to see individual results and team scores. Thank you to our sponsors! The lowlight? Our beloved 50’ Stay Puft Marshmallow Man has crossed the pearly gates. While a valiant attempt was made to save Mr. Puft, ultimately, it wasn’t meant to be. We appreciate the outpouring of love, thoughts, and prayers, and thank each one of you for your understanding while we take time to process this incredible loss.
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Looking for your next race? RunRace USA has a free race calendar spanning the entire United States! The map includes 5k to ultra distances, and even includes our very own Lake to Bay Relay & Ultramarathon! Click here to see more!
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Winter Training prepares athletes for the 2027 spring track (or spring XC) season, begins Monday, January 18, 2027, and spans 6-weeks for high school athletes and 9-weeks for elementary & middle school athletes. Click here to read more about the Winter Training program, including training dates, locations, times, and registration. |
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Fall Sprint Training!Know before you go! See the Calendar for training dates. For middle and high school runners specializing in 100m, 200m, 400m, and relays. Entry into the training must be permitted by Coach Dave.
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As a 501(c)(3), Whisper Community aims to provide equitable access to youth running participation for athletes in Southwest Washington by helping families overcome financial barriers that inhibit participation. Click the tab below to get involved learn more!
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Lake to Bay Relay & Ultramarathon is back for another trip around Clark County, and your team is invited! Join us in 2027! Details include: Saturday, June 19, 2027 Now hosted by Whisper Community, a 501(c)3 100k / 62.2 miles of fun, sun, and run(ning) Frenchman’s Bar to downtown and around Vancouver and Camas, then finishing at Waterfront Park. Early Bird registration ends January 31!
To learn more, or to register your team, check out the website, which includes course maps, segment videos, and a video summary of the event!
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