Two-hundred and seven people -- as well as three dogs -- participated in this year's Shamrock Shuffle 5K race and 1-mile walk March 18 at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, according to event organizer Todd Hopkins.
Most wearing green athletic gear, participants lined up at the starting line at 6:45 a.m. at the Fort Myer Fitness Center, despite brisk morning temperatures in the mid-40s.
"There sure was a lot of Irish spirit to go around," said Hopkins, who is JBM-HH's race director.
Hopkins said he will incorporate special awards and prizes for a variety of categories, some unique to individual races. For example, May 6's Reelin' and Rockin' Sock Hop 5K race will include a "best costume-themed" award for participants.
Top finishers of the Shamrock Shuffle included runners Eric Smith with a time of 18:40 and Michelle Goodman with a time of 22:02. Top walkers included Zackery Friend who clocked in at 14:50 and Annette Engum at 16:06.
For a full listing of this year's Commander's Race Series races, visit http://goo.gl/1xPmBV.
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