BOULDER, Colo.  –  Boulder has been long recognized as the endurance
capital of the nation, and possibly the world. Recently, Craig
Alexander won his third Ironman title, while Jenny B. took the gold at
World Champs, Emma Coburn won NCAAs and U.S. track titles, along with
Phinney emerging as a top young cyclist and the Garmin team, etc.
Climbers tell me this is one of the centers, as is for
triathletes and runners.  Idea is to have a big party to celebrate
Boulder’s athletic legacy, history and the promising youngsters.
Shorter and Scott have confirmed their attendance, and many of
Boulder’s elites are expected to show up to honor these greats.

Boulder’s athletic legacy will be formally recognized with the
inaugural Boulder Sports Hall of Fame.
The initial class includes:

CLIMBING: LAYTON KOR: legendary climber, now in his 70s, pioneer of
first ascents.

TRIATHLON: Six-time Ironman champion and triathlon pioneer DAVE
SCOTT, longtime Boulder resident, considered one of the greatest ever.

CYCLING: Gold medalist Connie Carpenter and Tour de France stage
winner Davis Phinney.

RUNNING: Frank Shorter, “the man who invented running,” credited with
spurring the “running boom” with his 1972 gold medal victory.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD: Dan Creedon, long-time Daily Camera sports
editor who was instrumental in promoting events such as the Red Zinger, Coors
Classic and the Bolder Boulder. Key behind the scenes person in making
Boulder the athletic center it is.

IF YOU GO
Sat. Oct. 29
Avalon Ballroom, 6193 Arapahoe, 5 p.m.-midnight
Details: www.oneworldrunning.com  720-295-0426 … 303 545-6147 … 303 261-5936
Tickets: $25, fundraiser for OWR, a local 501(c)3 celebrating its 25th year.