U.S. Masters All-American Standards

Need a new goal? You might want to take a look at the age-group standards set in various sprints through 10,000 meter distances for masters runners. This is not to be confused with USATF national age-group ranking standards. The two are separate projects.

Rolling into a brand new age-group, track ace Katy Gottschalk reminded me of this All-American challenge the other day at the track meet; it's a good way to start the season (or a new age group). To quote Katy: "I think I'll whack away at these." Yeah, let's all do it. Check out the "National Masters News" website at http://www.nationalmastersnews.com/standards/index.html

When you achieve your goals, you can order a patch or certificate for bragging rights.

-- Diane Sherrer