Category: Gloucester Sports

2012 Fish Box Derby This Sunday September 16th!!!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

“The Thrill of the Hill”

The 19th annual running of the Fish Box Derby is coming up on Sunday, September 16th at High Noon. We will be racing down Rogers Street in front of Gorton’s and have more than thirty entrants. The kids and their cars will traverse the 500 foot course in about 20 seconds.

Trophies are awarded to all participants with the grandest prizes (bikes, Y memberships, whale watch tickets, and watches) going to the top four finishers in each of the two classes: Freestyle (sleeve bearings) and Modified (ball and roller bearings). Other prizes are awarded for Best Pit Crew and Koolest Kar. Over 100 sponsors from the community bought advertising signs on the hay bales that will line the course. This widespread support will also allow the Fish Box Derby Committee to award two $1,000 scholarships to former racers going on to higher education.

This is one of the great family events of the year. Much more information is on www.fishboxderby.org.

video from Kenny MacCarthy-

http://capeanninfo.com Another great day for the kids in Gloucester MA and Cape Ann at the Fishbox Derby on Roger’s St. Lot’s of action with the hay bales and burnt out brakes. NASCAR: eat your heart out.

For past GMG Fish Box Derby Coverage Click Here

Community Stuff 9/11/12

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Adult Pickup Soccer in Gloucester

Julie Ledwig submits-

 

Hi Joey,
Something to pass along…
Adult Pickup Soccer in Gloucester.
Come play pickup Saturday mornings in Gloucester.  The first get-together is at 9am at Kettle Cove Fields in Magnolia.  We’ll begin with some light drills at 9, followed by a scrimmage at 9:45 to 10:30.  Email julieledwig@yahoo.com to get on the weekly invite list.

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Here is an opportunity to do something wonderful for your dog and yourself. On Sunday, September 30, from 3-4:15 PM, I am offering an introductory session on Canine Massage called “The ABC’s of Canine Massage”. The cost is $15

If your answer to the following list of questions is a rousing YES, then I think you will get a lot from this session

-    Would you like to develop a deeper bond with your dog?
-    Would you enjoy an activity in which your whole family becomes more involved with your dog?
-    Would you wish to have an all-new way to connect, pay attention and express affection to your dog?
-    Would you love to be able to detect any changes in your dog’s health very early in the process?
-    Would you like your dog to be more receptive to touch, and easier to handle at veterinary visits?
-    Would it make you happy to help your older dog with her / his stiffness or arthritis?
-    Do you enjoy seeing your dog in a blissed out happy state?
-    Would you simply like your dogs to relax her / his muscles and de-stress?
-    Would you like to learn new skills that allow you to be creative with your touch?

If there is sufficient interest after this introductory session, I will consider offering a four session course that will help you become even more comfortable and confident in massaging your own dog. I have already done this at several other places with excellent results. There is always a “getting to know you” period at the beginning of these sessions and then the dogs tend to settle in and really enjoy themselves. If you are interested or have questions, please respond to me by email because space is limited.

For more information about dog massage, go to my website http://skillfulhandsdogmassage.com.

David Feldman

Free ESOL/ABE & GED Classes

Action, Inc. is offering three levels of adult education classes beginning in October. Level 1, ESOL/Adult Basic Education: Mondays and Wednesdays starting Oct. 1. Level 2, Pre-GED: Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Oct. 2. Level 3, GED: Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Oct. 2. All classes run from 6:15 pm to 9:00 pm and take place at Action, Inc.’s main offices, lower level, at 180 Main St., Gloucester. Registration and placement testing are required. Registration dates: Tuesday, Sept. 25 and Thursday, Sept. 27, 6:15 – 9:00 pm. For more information call Michele Ameno at 508-284-6186.

Volunteer Math Tutors Needed

Action, Inc. is seeking volunteers to provide tutoring to adult students at a range of learning levels, from basic math to geometry. Volunteers will assist participants in three levels of adult education classes: Level 1, ESOL/ABE; Level 2, Pre-GED; and Level 3: GED. Beginning October 1st, classes will run Mondays – Thursdays, 6:15 – 9:00 pm, and will take place at Action, Inc.’s main offices, lower level, 180 Main St., Gloucester. For more information call Michele Ameno at 508-284-6186.

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GHS Football vs Lynn English (Photos by David B. Cox)

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

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What Kind Of Human Being Does This To A Bicyclist?

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Newton cyclist’s ‘dooring’ allegation sparks debate about police response

Posted by Deidre Fernandes September 7

A Newton police officer’s response to a biking incident earlier this week has triggered a firestorm of criticism from cyclists and spurred the Newton Police Department to take a closer look at the case.

It all happened during Molly Schaeffer’s usual commute home from work this past Tuesday. Schaeffer, a software management consultant and grandmother of two, said she rides her bike to work daily.

But as she traveled down Beacon Street toward Hammond Street, she said, an old Mercedes pulled up in front of her. While the car was moving, according to Schaeffer, one of the passengers on her side opened the door and yelled “doored.”

Click here for the rest of the story on Boston.com

Those of you who read GMG know of my disdain for bicyclists who ride two abreast and don’t allow you to pass them safely (not informed and courteous bicyclists, but the ones who think they own the road and that they are training for the Tour De France)

But this trend of opening up doors in front of bikers intentionally is disturbing regardless of how out to lunch the biker may be.  Hopefully they get to the bottom of the trend and force these offenders to do some serious road safety training or pull their license and force the motorists to ride a bike to work for a month or two and see what the bicyclist has to deal with.

GHS Football vs. Tewksbury Scrimmage( Photos by David B. Cox)

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Opening game for the GHS 2012-2013 Season will be at  Manchester Essex Regional High School Hyland Field.

Click here for more information.

 

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79th Cape Ann 25K Road Race (Photos by David B. Cox

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

FOR RESULTS CLICK HERE

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Magnolia Road Race – Faces

Posted on by Thom Falzarano
Click for more views of the Road Race
       37th ANNUAL MAGNOLIA ROAD RACE
                         MAGNOLIA, MASSACHUSETTS 
Top 20

--------------------------- 5K RESULTS ----------------------------
Place Div/Tot  Name                Sex   Ag City              St Time    Pace  
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    1   1/11   PETER ASARO         M     23 GLOUCESTER        MA   16:32  5:20 
    2   2/11   DEREK STEVENS       M     24 SWAMPSCOTT        MA   17:12  5:33 
    3   1/21   NICHOLAS FECTEAU    M     17 S. HAMILTON       MA   17:27  5:38 
    4   2/21   TIM LOEHNER         M     16 DANVERS           MA   17:30  5:39 
    5   3/21   LIAM DOW            M     16 WEST NEWBURY      MA   17:37  5:41 
    6   4/21   THOMAS O'SHEA       M     17 LYNNFIELD         MA   17:44  5:43 
    7   5/21   SCOTT ATWOOD        M     16 WEST NEWBURY      MA   17:59  5:48 
    8   1/23   MATTHER CURRAN      M     55 GLOUCESTER        MA   18:21  5:56 
    9   6/21   BRENDAN MASSEY      M     18 SWAMPSCOTT        MA   18:45  6:03 
   10   1/22   LAYCE ALVES         F     32 ROCKPORT          MA   18:46  6:04 
   11   7/21   BEN GIRARD          M     19 SALEM             MA   18:56  6:07 
   12   1/21   KEVIN LITTMAN       M     41 MAGNOLIA          MA   18:57  6:07 
   13   2/21   JEFF FERREIRA       M     48 IPSWICH           MA   18:59  6:08 
   14   1/19   SARAH KEIRAN        F     17     ROWLEY        MA   19:00  6:08 
   15   8/21   EVAN MACMULLIN      M     15 HAVERHILL         MA   19:05  6:10 
   16   3/11   MICHAL CIMOSZKO     M     25 GLOUCESTER        MA   19:32  6:18 
   17   2/22   JENN BROOKS         F     33 GLOUCESTER        MA   19:41  6:21 
   18   2/19   TINA KEIRAN         F     17     ROWLEY        MA   19:57  6:26 
   19   3/19   FIONA DAVIS         F     16 WOBURN            MA   20:02  6:28 
   20   3/21   ERNESTO MENDORA     M     45 MAGNOLIA          MA   20:23  6:35

60th Anniversary Dory Races,2012 Lunenburg N.S. Recap From Erik Dombrowski

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Saturday August 25th 2012 at 10 AM, teams representing the US lined up against competition from Nova Scotia , Canada to determine the finest dory rowers in the world.  The weather was perfect with bright sunshine and a light breeze.  The docks of Lunenburg were filled with dory enthusiasts from around the Maritimes and a contingent from the US .  Picturesque Lunenburg Harbor was the perfect backdrop to set the scene for some athletic competition on the water.

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Although there was no US team for the Junior Division, Senator Bruce Tarr teamed up with Canadian Dory Association President Kelly George to row an exhibition race against Canadian Juniors Nathanial Beck & Jorgan Martin.  The Canadian juniors won, but Bruce held his own handling the oars like a veteran with the help of a little coaching from Kelly.  The next race on the half mile course was the Mixed Doubles Division, where the flamboyant pair of Elin di Angelo & Mike “Gappa” Frontiera lined up against veteran rowers Tim Mair & Dorothy MacDonald.  Elin & Mike displayed a perfect combination of raw power and technique quickly pulling ahead of the Canadians.  The lead steadily increased with the help of perfect course navigation by Mike, ending with a decisive win for the US !  The Women’s Division presented a rematch from June with Denise Desautels & Edie Wald-Smith from the US taking on Gail Atkinson & Pattianne Verburgh of Canada .  Gail & Pattianne won the race, but Denise & Edie significantly improved their technique and course navigation while swapping bow and stern seats a few weeks before the race.  The Over 40 Division offered another rematch, but from last August where Mike Harmon & John Scola took on legendary Walter Nickerson & his long-time partner Danny Moody.  Mike & John rowed them line-to-line loosing only a couple of strokes at the turn, but unfortunately that made the difference in the race.  Walter & Danny enjoyed another victory in their storied career.  The last race of the day was on the mile course, where Joe Sanfilippo & Erik Dombrowski took on June Over 40 Canadian Representatives Joel George & David Croft Jr.  Joe & Erik overpowered and outlasted their hard-trying opponents and cruised to a sizeable victory.  A special thanks goes to our American Rowers who traveled the grueling 13 hour drive to compete, as well as our Committee Race Officials who helped out at the races: Rick Medico (chase boat), Ron Woodard (timer), and Hilary Dombrowski (start boat).

The hospitality shown to the IDRC members by the Canadian Dory Association was extraordinary once again this year.  The festivities started off at the Fire House with a Welcoming Reception where David Croft Jr.’s band was the entertainment.  The CDA hosted a sailing cruise on Friday exploring the sights around Lunenburg Harbor .  And, of course we were welcomed to an Awards Banquet at the Oven’s park after the races where scallops, chowder and celebratory drinks were abundant.  There was a lot of talk about enduring friendships and camaraderie built on dory rowing competition, and it was personified in this 60th year. 

The Gloucester Patriots

Posted on by Thom Falzarano

Meet the players and families of the Gloucester Patriots!!  For more information on the Patriots visit their website  http://www.gloucesterpatriotsyouthprogram.com/

The Season starts Sunday, August 26th
Patriots vs. Tigers @ GHS
Chargers vs. Rockets @ O’Maley Middle School
Vikings vs. Hornets @ MEHS

 

36th Annual Magnolia Road Race & Red Sox Ticket Raffle

Posted on by Thom Falzarano

Magnolia’s 36th Annual Road Race will be held Thursday, August 30, 2012 at 6:00pm. This 5K Race will be held rain or shine along a beautiful, scenic route in Magnolia. Proceeds from the Road Race benefit the Magnolia Library.

$20.00 Pre-entry fee for all entries post-marked by August 23, 2012.

$25.00 Fee after August 23, 2012 and on day of race.

$3.00 Fee for Fun Run/Walk.

Register online here

Race Route

Lap One Lap Two
Norman Ave to Cole Square Pass Magnolia Library
Left on Shore Road Right on Magnolia Ave
Right on Hesperus Ave U-turn at Blyman School
Left on Norman Ave Thru Square to Shore Road
Left on Hesperus Ave
Right on Lexington Ave to Finish

Race professionally timed by Yankee Timing.

Splits every mile. Water stops on course. Race results posted on http://www.coolrunning.com.

Race ScheduleEvent opens 5:00pm
Register for Race and Fun Run/Walk by 5:45pm
Registration closes 6:15pm
Race begins 6:30pm
Awards ceremony 7:30pm

Event Features:
Free T-Shirts to first 100 pre-entrants
Merchandise drawing for all 5k Runners
$100 Prize to 1st place Male and Female in 5K
Prizes for male and female 1st place finishers in the following categories: under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70

Red Sox Raffle

Red Sox Tickets
 

Enter to win two tickets to the Red Sox!

Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays – September 25, 2012 @ 7:10 PM

Donated by Dennis Drinkwater and Giant Glass

2 Tickets to the EMC Club Level (Est. Value $850) Section 1 / Row 1 / Seats 7 & 8

The EMC Club Seats at Fenway Park are seats directly behind Home Plate right below the press boxes. The EMC Club seats are the most luxurious seats at Fenway Park. The
seats are comfortable, the view is spectacular and the service is grand.

Registered 5K Runners can purchase a raffle ticket for $5.00.

All others can purchase a raffle ticket for $10.00.

Race Sponsored by

Cape Ann Youth Lacrosse Registration Now Open

Posted on by Thom Falzarano
Don’t Delay Register Today – No experience necessary.

Registration is open to girls and boys in grades 1 thru 8

 

 

36th Annual Magnolia 5k Road Race Presser From Randy O’Neil

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

36th Annual Magnolia 5k Road Race

Online registration is underway for the 36th Annual Magnolia 5K Road Race.  The popular race, whose course includes scenic vistas along Magnolia’s coastline, will take place on Thursday, August 30th at 6:00 PM and is expected to draw some of the finest runners on the North Shore and beyond.  "This race has a great tradition and is a great way to kick off the Labor Day weekend for runners and spectators alike", states Doug Reny, one of the race’s organizers. 
The race is professionally timed by Yankee Timing with splits on every mile and several water stops.  The pre-race entry fee is $25 with registration and race results available on coolrunning.com.
$100 prizes are awarded to the top male and female runners and other prizes for winners of age brackets.  The first 100 Runners to register get a free T-shirt and there are fun post-race raffles for gift certificates and prizes.
"We are very pleased to again be associated with longtime sponsor Cape Ann Savings Bank as well as our new relationship with the Manchester Athletic Club", reports Reny. 
Prior to the 5K race is a 1K fun run that has proven to be very popular with first time racers of all ages.  Associated with both races is a raffle for EMC Club Tickets for a September Red Sox game donated by Giant Glass.   More information, course maps, registration to the 5K and 1K races  and on-line purchase of raffle tickets are all available at www.magnolialibrary.org Registration is also available on race day at the corner of Norman and Lexington Avenues in Magnolia. 100% of the proceeds go to the Magnolia Library and Community Center.

36th Annual Magnolia Road Race Info With Randy and JD

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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36th Annual Road Race

5K Road Race and 1K Fun Run

Magnolia’s 36th Annual Road Race will be held Thursday, August 30, 2012 at 6:30pm. This 5K Race will be held rain or shine along a beautiful, scenic route in Magnolia. Proceeds from the Road Race benefit the Magnolia Library.

$20.00 Pre-entry fee for all entries post-marked by August 23, 2012.
$25.00 Fee after August 23, 2012 and on day of race.
$3.00 Fee for Fun Run/Walk.

Registration Information

You can register several ways:

1. Online at the following websites:
http://www.active.com
http://www.coolrunning.com

2. Register online here

3. Print the Registration form and mail:

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Limited openings for the Inaugural Patrican Memorial Golf Tournament on August 3

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joe,

As of this morning we have room for two more full foursomes and a few singles.  Those interested in a fun round of golf with with a great group of guys, and donating (through your participation) to the scholarship fund set up for Aran Patrican’s son, Thomas should contact Rob Bouchie at PatricanMemorial@gmail.com to secure your spot. 

Inaugural
Patrican Memorial
Invitational Golf Tournament
Cape Ann Golf Course
Friday August 3, 2012
7:40am
A golf tournament will be held in the honor and remembrance of two great, respected individuals. Both Aran and Ryan Patrican passed on far too early in their lives, although their spirits will forever be with us all.
The golf tournament shall be a shotgun start, with a scramble format. It is expected that each group have one principal representative, responsible for payment, and coordinating the group. The $125.00 payment (per player) will include a full round of golf (18 holes), golf cart, and a full hot lunch. One should expect raffles, prizes, and plenty of laughs.
A generous amount of the group fee will be placed in the Thomas Patrican Educational Fund. Please respond as timely as possible, as half the group spots have already been filled.
The winning team with the lowest score card will have their names eternally etched upon the Patrican Memorial Cup, and they shall house the trophy until the following years event.
Team:
___________________ (Principal)
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Please respond to: PatricanMemorial@gmail.com

Thank you,

JD Perry

We Need This Class Up Here On The North Shore! “Penalty for Rule-Breaking Bicyclists: A Remedial Class” From The NY Times

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Whoever put these laws into effect get them up here STAT!

Penalty for Rule-Breaking Bicyclists: A Remedial Class

By J. DAVID GOODMAN
New York Times
Published: July 23, 2012

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The eight wrongdoers sat inside a windowless basement classroom, serving a court-ordered penance for their transgressions. For the next 90 minutes, they would learn about the proper rules of the road, how to use hand signals and when to change lanes safely — even if most did not believe they had done anything wrong.

“He said I wasn’t in the bike lane,” said Kenny McKissick, a 32-year-old messenger. “But I was on the line.”

This spring, the Midtown Community Court began sentencing cyclists who had been issued tickets for certain offenses in and around Midtown Manhattan to a class to learn about bicycles and traffic.

Think remedial driver’s education — for bike riders.

“You couldn’t possibly ticket all of the stuff you see irresponsible cyclists do,” said Judge Felicia Mennin, who worked with the nonprofit organization Bike New York to develop the new sentencing option.

For the rest of the article follow this link

Again, just to clarify I am 100% in support of responsible biking.  It is the inconsiderate road hog bikers that ride in the middle of the street for miles and miles that drive me nuts. 

Just look at this form-

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That’s how you do it baby!  Nice and tight to the side, single file, not out in the middle of the road trying to pretend I’m Lance Armstrong, comfortable camos, no silly polka dotted banana yellow shirt.  Just chillin like it aint no thang.

I could teach that damn class and you know what the first thing I’d tell the students?

Lose the funny outfits bros.  People are laughing at you, I don’t want you to look silly, I’m just here to help you look like less of a bozo.

article forwarded by Martin Daley