Another successful East Beach Norfolk Half Marathon & 5K is in the books. What a perfect February day it was. This year we had a record 630 entrants between the three events with participants representing 13 states and coming from as far away as New Mexico.

Although the last minute course change threw us for a loop, we feel that it became a blessing in disquise. Participants were treated with two miles through the lovely shaded boulevards through the beautiful East Beach neighborhood in the beginning of the run, and in the end for the lucky half marathoners.

A special thanks goes out to the East Beach neighborhood as well as Lt Mitchell from the Norfolk Police Department who was instrumental in making the new course safe. A special thanks as well goes out to the city of Norfolk Traffic Engineering and the many officers, recruits, crossing guards, volunters etc. that collaborated on race day to provide a fun, safe and exciting run.

A final thanks goes out to all the runners who came out and put a face on this event. Because of you we were able to raise some much needed funds for Lee’s Friends and we stay motivated to make next year’s event even bigger and better. You are welcome to provide constructive criticisms to team@kalerunning.com. Finally, you may view photos of this year’s event at http://www.kalerunning.photoreflect.com.

Photos courtesy of DL Fox Photographic Services. Contact David Fox for your special event photographic needs.

We look forward to seeing you all next year,

Team Kale