Chris Kellett has returned from his summer in England and was recieved by the RR's with open arms. Upon returning, CK gathered with RR's even though it was 12 midnight with his jet-lag. The members then congegated at Jon Nieman's new apartment in Schenectady for some reminiscing. Soon the member must go their separate ways for the start of the 99-00 school year. but that doesn't mean they won't stay in touch via this web site and email.
August 3, 1999
Tastor, Poole & Rickert made the trek to Canandaigua, NY for a chance to see (what Rickert has proclaimed) the greatest band of musicians ever, the Dave Matthews Band perform at the Finger Lakes PAC. The three members took in an amazing show under perfect conditions, the stars. See the set list at dmband.com
July 20, 1999
Member Chris Fekete is having a hot summer, and it's not because of the heat waves we've been getting. The Seahawk, going into his senior year, has been running well, winning six consecutive fun runs at Clove Lakes. To top off his busy running schedule, Chris has also become a weekly comlumnist at the Staten Island Runner web site, with his entertaining "Feketeditorial". We applaud Chris for his strides this summer on the roads and on the web. We wish him well in what could be his final year at Wagner, but certainly not his last year running.
July 11, 1999
Utica, New York had never heard of the "Ramjet Runners" before this day in time. From now on, however, the name will bring a undeniable screeching ring to the people's ears. A posse of nine distinguished gentlemen, 6 of which are RR members, made a the trip together for the United State's Largest 15k. First-time Boilermaker runners secured the first three spots of the posse as Chris Fekete, was the first RR to cross the line in 79th place, with a blazing time of 52:35. His teammate at Wagner, Anthony Canova, was next in 129th (54:26). UAlbany junior, and possible fall pledge, Mike Kiernan was the next runner to finish of the posse in 157th (55:10). Ramjet himself, Andrew Rickert, struggled due to a recovering infected toe which, two weeks prior, caused him to cut his running schedule down to almost nothing. Even so, Rickert finished in 188th (55:57). Another first-timer and possible fall pledge, Brooklynite Thomas Hopkins, also of Wagner, was the posse's 5th finisher in 216th (56:35). Member Mike Poole, Wagner's fourth runner, finished next in 276th with a huge personal best, 57:46. The Ramjet Runner's were rounded out with the finishes of Jon Nieman, Ryan Tastor and the third possible fall pledge, Bill Bennett in 549th, 717th and 821st places respectively (62:01, 64:12 & 65:17). The Ramjet rampage didn't end there, however, the RR's ended up on stage at the post-race party where the thousands in the crowd were chanting "Ramjet" aloud on command of the band, "Nik & The Niceguys". To top it all off, RR'er Anthony Canova ended up with a picture on the cover of the local paper in his "RAMJET RUNNER" singlet. What a representation boyz, congratulations, to each and everyone of you. For complete results check out the
1999 Utica Boilermaker 15k Roadrace Homepage
July 6, 1999
The first ever "Ramjet Runners" singlets have been made and delivered, ready for their debut at the Utica Boilermaker this weekend.
July 2, 1999
After speaking with a Boilermaker Brick drive official, it turns out the RAMJET RUNNERS brick will be laid despite the fact that they lost the check of payment. The official also noted that the entire project has been delayed until later this fall, so we'll have to wait until next year's race to see the brick.
June 17, 1999
Member Ryan Tastor celebrated his 21st birthday with members Rickert and Poole at an Albany pub where he officially ordered his first (legal) alcoholic beverage, a Corona.
June 5, 1999
Staten Island brothers, Anthony Canova, Chris Fekete and fellow Wagner Seahawk, Tom Hopkins made the trek up to Albany to lend a hand in the Freihofer's Run for Kids which the "RAMJET RUNNERS" volunteer for each year. The day was a success and the remainder of the day was spent running in the Pine Bush and cheering on the New York Knicks to a victory over the Indiana Pacers.
May 18, 1999
After a long academic year full of running, funning, and good ol' fashion Ramjet Runnings, the eight members find themselves on the verge of summer break. This week almost all members will be ending home and making their way to the 2nd annual Union Reunion. Keep checking back for updates during the summer!
May 1, 1999
Shenendehowa Senior, Dan Tebbano, broke the Section II record at this years Colonie Relays in the premiere event; the 1,600m. But Tebbano didn't win, Saratoga Senior, Dylan Welsh did. We here at the RR can't help but mention this years feats completed by the Section II duo. Two-time State & Federation Cross-Country titles (Welsh), a 5th place Foot Locker Regional finish, not to mention 19th in the Nation Cross-Country (Tebbano), Milrose Miler's (1st & 4th, respectively), Indoor State Champions (mile and two-mile, respectively) and a State DMR Record-holder (Tebbano)...what's next? The soon-to-be Georgetown Hoyas, broke Miles Irish's 15 year old record of 4:10.2, by finishing 4:09.7 and 4:10.1 respectively. Truly fast kids!
RR Members and Wagner College MVP's joined forces to help the Seahawk 3200 meter relay to a 7th place finish at the 1999 Outdoor Track Northeast Conference Championships. Anthony Canova ran a 1:59 lead leg, with Chris Fekete adding a 2:03 and Mike Poole a 2:02 to tally a 8:05 overall time.
April 27, 1999
Member Mike Poole announced that all three Wagner RR representatives were named Most Valuable Players for a sport this academic year. Chris Fekete was named Cross-Country MVP in the fall, Anthony Canova was named Indoor Track MVP this past winter and Mike Poole was named Outdoor Track MVP this week for the spring. The three will be honored at a special dinner in late April. Congratulations fellahs, you've made us all proud!
April 17, 1999
At UAlbany's second quadrangle meet of the season, UBuffalo narrowly defeated 2nd place UAlbany on account of a disqualification of Great Dane, Ben Wright. Wright pushed a competitor in the 800m, which he wound up winning, after the competitor cut him off. The UAlbany distance squad, however, displayed it's dominance as it placed runners in 1st & 2nd in the 1500m, 3000m Steeple and 5,000m. Member Andrew Rickert won the 5k in a PR time of 15:26. Marist and Binghamton made up the other two teams represented at the meet.
April 10, 1999
Member Anthony Canova served as the honorary announcer for this years Wagner Track Invite, but it was o.k. by him since it WAS his 20th birthday. True, he might of preferred to run in it, but what better way to celebrate your day of birth, then by cheering your teammates on at a great track meet. And oh what a show did they put on...member Mike Poole turned out a huge PR in the 800m with a 9th place finish of 2:01.93. Poole proudly commented that he ran an even race, turning it on with 300m to go, a strategy he had never tried before. Member Chris Fekete also turned in a fine day, as he was 5th in the 5,000m in 15:56, to secure a solid finish by the Seahawks. Overall, the meet was a success, and the day was finished off with a huge birthday celebration. To view results go to the:
1999 Wagner Invitational Track Meet Results
The UAlbany Track team hosted three teams in their first of a series of three home track meets this season. Member Andy Rickert suffered from bad stomach cramps late in the 5k, fading to finish 4th overall.
April 3, 1999
The UAlbany Track team headed to Huskie-town, home of the 1999 NCAA National Basketball Champions. And it seemed the fire from the big dance carried over on to the track as the Great Dane Men finished 4th out of 5 teams. Member Andy Rickert was 9th overall in the 3k in a time of 9:00.46 to do absolutely nothing for the team. Results can be viewed at:
1999 Uconn Inviational Results
April 2, 1999
The Wagner College Track team headed south for the 1999 Colonial Relays held at Virginia's William & Mary College. Member Anthony Canova had a tough weekend having to drop out of the 10k due to severe stomach cramps and later pulled his hamstring running a 4x4. He did, however, turn out a decent 1:59 leg before doing so. Check out the results at:
William & Mary's Colonial Relays Results & Home Track Page
March 29, 1999
RR members Chris Fekete and Andrew Rickert celebrated their birthdays; 21 and 20 respectively. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOYZ!!!
March 26-27, 1999
Member Andrew Rickert traveled with the UAlbany track team to North Carolina State University for the 1999 Raleigh Relays. Ramjet ran in the 4th section of the unseeded 5,000m on Friday March 26, 1999. He finished 92nd overall out of 139 runners in a PR time of 15:29. Check results at the official web site:
1999 Raleigh Relays Headquarters
March 19-21, 1999
Every member of the Ramjet Runner, except member Matt Korn, was present in Staten Island for the very first Ramjet Runner Convention. The itinerary of the trip found RR's; visiting a local Wagner College establishment for the first annual RR social, journeying into the "big apple" for the first annual RR luncheon at NYC's All-Star Cafe and several RR seminars between members discussing the future of RR. We here at the RR would like to everyone at Wagner College for showing us their hospitality and gracious support. Thank you to all members who attended. Hopefully, pictures will eventually be posted.
March 15, 1999
According to results found on the web, the Shenendehowa Distance Medley Relay team won the National Scholastic Indoor Track Championship in a new New York State record time of 10:10.93. The old record was 10:15.44 set in 1991. The Plainsmen also took home the national 4x8 title in a time of 7:52.32. No word on any splits. Dylan Welsh apparently didn't run the mile. For a look at who did win the mile and complete results peep the
1999 National Scholastic Indoor Track Championship Results
March 7, 1999
Staten Islands most prestigous road mile, the Forest Avenue mile was run under some fierce conditions. With a head wind of 20 mph and sub-zero temperatures, the day couldn't have been much worse. Yet, members Chris Fekete and Anthony Canova set out to tough mother nature and the competition. Chris Fekete would win his second championship in three years in a time of 4:26. Anthony Canova wasn't far behind in 4th with a time of 4:38. Fekete won two years ago, and finished 2nd last year. For a peek at the results and (soon to be) photo's go to
1999 Forest Ave. Mile via SI Runner
March 1, 1999
After speaking with a Boilermaker Brick-drive official, we here at the Ramjet Runner are proud to announce that our brick will be laid later this spring in Utica's Butler Park in commemoration of the greatest 15k in America; the Utica Boilermaker. The brick will read:
RAMJET RUNNERS
AR MP RT JN CK
MK AC CF
representing all members initials. Stay tuned for more information including team uniforms and corporate sponsorship.
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