Three families excelled at the 10th annual Virginia Regional Ballet 5K race held May 17 in the First Colony neighborhood, helping with organization and securing top finishes. The race serves as an annual fundraiser for the ballet’s Nutcracker performance. Scott Ickes of Williamsburg won the men’s race in 17:04, followed by Jack Strumke of Toano in 18:49. Emily Honeycutt of Newport News was the top woman finisher in 18:56, with Isabella Strumke of Toano second in 19:53 and Tricia Murphy of Williamsburg third in 20:41. Race conditions were warm and humid, impacting times despite the flat course. Three new age group records were set: Connie Glueck (women 60-64, 23:25), Steve Chantry (men 70-74, 21:39), and Ken Mitchell (men 80+, 28:08). Robert Whitaker had the top age-graded performance. Jack Strumke and Emily Honeycutt currently lead the Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix standings for men and women, respectively, after seven races.
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