My Summer Racing Schedule

Yesterday Sara competed in the final of the 3,000 meter steeple chase in Eugene at the US National Track and Field Championships, finishing fifth, which I thought was a huge success. It has been fun to watch her take on a new event this year. Even though her year is hardly over, after the race we spent some time reflecting on just how far she has come this year.

I could never imagine jumping over a steeple barrier, let alone doing it at the end of a 3,000 meter race. I must say, watching Sara race the steeple brings about a new level of nervousness compared to watching her in other races. I have seen to many gnarly pictures of steeplechasers taking headers into the water pits to be a relaxed spectator. I am always a little bit relieved when Sara finishes without any spills.

Now that USA's are behind us I am planning on heading out to the Atlanta, Georgia to compete in the US 10K National Championships. I have raced Peachtree in the passed and am eager to return to test out my 10k fitness. Then its off to Europe for a couple of weeks to watch Sara run in some meets. I will finish off the trip competing in the Castlebuono road race, which will be a first for me. I love Italians (my wife is half Italian) and their beautiful country so I am especially looking forward to this race. Lots of good things to look forward to!