November has become notoriously filled with events. Cooler temperatures seem to inspire lots of runs, rides and other events. A favorite among the ladies is the Irongirl 10 Mile and 5k that starts and finishes at Tempe Town Lake. Nearly 2400 came out for the event on November 21. Near perfect cool temperatures prevailed.
It was a close race in the women’s ten mile event that took participants on two loop course around Tempe Town Lake. Christina Derosa edged out Ariana Hilborn by 53 seconds. Tere Zachar finished nearly 4 minutes later.
In the 5k Rebekah McGounty easily outdistanced her competition with an 18:37. But Sarah Carter is definitely an up and comer and someone to keep an eye. Carter took first place in the 10-14 year age group with a time of 21:07.  A long Valley triathlon standout, Jane Esahak-Gage  won the 45-49 age group  placing and was the first Masters in the 5k.
The event has always been a great way for mothers and daughters to connect and as usual there wer many mother daughter teams. The event always finishes off with a stellar breakfast buffet and lots of door prizes.