More than 400 racers of all ages turned out for the 27th annual Windward Half Marathon and 5K (and shorter keiki races) early Sept. 14. It was a gathering of military and civilians who all care about the Boys & Girls Club Windward Clubhouse. Thanks to the Marines, area families, Rotarians, schools, churches and sponsors like Fleet Feet Kailua and Castle Medical Center, the event earned $4,100 for the clubhouse. The Sept. 14 races were perfect for parents and even grandparents, but as race director Susan Friedl says, "it's the keiki races that steal the show." The kids had a 100-yard dash and a 1-mile race to show off their speedy little legs. The BGC of Hawaii serves more than 17,000 Island youths each year, including the Kailua site.

Publication date: November 19, 2008