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While cruising through Facebook updates, the one that saddened this writer, were the exchanges about relocation, business closings and the well-wishes of friends, patrons and enthusiasts.
Bikesport, Michigan’s largest triathlon store, was closed. Gone. After 17 years of leading the way in metro Detroit (Dearborn) for those involved in cycling, racing and triathlon, Bikesport was permanently closed.
A quick check of the store’s website provided some gruesome details of pertinant events that affected the store’s operational capability.
Earlier this year another Dearborn landmark and local retailer, Adray Camera/TV/Sound, closed its doors. Unable to fight through some of the toughest economic times since The Great Depression, the store went away, leaving its namesake on the ice rink in town (Adray Arena) and above the conference rooms at Oakwood Hospital & Medical Center.
Times are tough. Sad. True.
Oakwood’s “Champions of Care”…will keep you playing! Check out this video of Oakwood’s own Jeff Kline, Sports Medicine – an in-arena public service announcement that will run during Detroit Red Wings’ games! Look for future Health Tips coming soon!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2009
10K RUN • 5K RUN • 5K WALK • 1 MILE JR. OCTOBER
Oakwood Annapolis Hospital, 33155 Annapolis St., Wayne, MI 48184
Featuring . . .
- Oakwood Sports Medicine staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide basic services. Stop by and visit!
- Long sleeve shirts
- Unique glass awards in running & walking events by Furnace Design Studio
- Great prize drawing
- Custom pins awarded to all finisher at finish line
- Outstanding refreshements
- New D-Tag disposable chip timing
- Race photographs
- Free kids’ run with extra activities and tee shirt design contest
Arizona, the Southwest Region representative from Scottsdale, AZ defeated the Latin American Region team from Aruba tonight, 9-1, in the JLWS Championship game in Taylor, MI.
Arizona, which plays in the Mountain View Little League, scored early and often, taking a 4-1 lead after just two innings. Jimmy DiTroia put the ball over the fence for a 3-run slam in the second. Aruba didn’t help their cause either, commiting two errors (4 total for the game) and hitting a batter in the first two innings. Despite that, Aruba was poised to make an effort until Grant Martinez threw four innings of shut-out ball.
Arizona added to their lead when Michael Salazar put the ball in the seats for a two-run homer in the 5th.
Congratulations to all the teams in the 2009 Junior League World Series for a fine display of baseball.
Congratulations to Arizona Manager Steve Erickson, Coaches Darrin Trotta and James DiTroia and the entire team! Well done.
Oakwood Heritage Hospital and Oakwood Sports Medicine are proud of their affiliation with the Junior League World Series, the City of Taylor, tournament organizers and the many other volunteers that make this a superb week of baseball. Through the efforts of OHH volunteers, athletic trainers and administration, Oakwood is able to provide high quality healthcare to the players, coaches and visitors of the tournament.
The 29th annual Junior League World Series of baseball will be played August 16-22, 2009, at World Series Field in beautiful Heritage Park in Taylor, Michigan – the only place the prestigious event has been held.
The Junior League World Series is a spectacular week long international tournament for the best teams of 13- and 14-year-old baseball players from around the world. Founded in 1981, the Junior League World Series is the “older brother” of the Little League World Series held annually in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, for the best teams of 12-year-olds.
Oakwood Heritage Hospital and Oakwood Sports Medicine are proud of their affiliation with the Junior League World Series, the City of Taylor, tournament organizers and the many other volunteers that make this a superb week of baseball. Through the efforts of OHH volunteers, athletic trainers and administration, Oakwood is able to provide high quality healthcare to the players, coaches and visitors of the tournament.
Most people come to Total Runner for help in selecting a shoe for running or walking. Total Runner offers expert advice and fitting from experienced runners, a distinguishing point from other retailers that happen to sell running shoes.
When you visit Total Runner, they will do 2 main things: One, help you determine the right type of shoe for your feet, and Two, get the right size. Sounds simple, but there is some knowledge and experience required here. Measuring the customers’ feet is simple enough, but hardly anyone does it anymore. They will look at your foot type (arch) and the wear on old shoes (if available) to determine what type of shoe to recommend (running shoes are grouped into 3 categories–neutral cushion, stability, and motion control).
The typical first time customer is wearing a shoe that is one to one and a half sizes too small. Shoes for running and walking need to be bigger than a street shoe (usually about one size bigger), due to the forward motion of running and walking. Also, many people have not updated their concept of size for many years (almost everyone needs a larger size at age 40 than age 20)–that is another reason why the experts at Total Runner measure your feet.
As a running specialty store, Total Runner offers accessory items relating to running and walking like men’s and women’s apparel (socks, briefs, bras, shorts, tops, jackets), reflective safety gear, watches, GPS watches, heart rate monitors, arch supports/insoles, water bottle belts, gels and energy bars.
Total Runner owner, David Howell, believes in supporting the sport and running community. That’s why you will see Total Runner’s commitment to race sponsorship, volunteering and support of local events.
Total Runner is locally owned and operated. Stop in today and see the difference!
Southfield (located in the Franklin Plazza Shopping Center at 12 Mile and Northwestern Hwy)
29207 Northwestern Hwy
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 354-1177
Hours:
Mon. & Thur. 10-9 – Tue. Wed. Fri. Sat. 10-6
Sun. 12-5
Southgate (located in the Galleria Shopping Center on Dix-Toledo just south of Eureka)
15265 Dix-Toledo Road
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 282-1101
Hours:
Mon. & Thur. 10-9 – Tue. Wed. Fri. 10-6
Sat. 10-6
URL: http://www.totalrunner.com/index.htm
Email: djhowell@earthlink.net
Safety. Fit and Comfort.
Those are the first priorities of Bikesport, Michigan’s largest Road and Triathlon store located on Michigan Avenue in downtown Dearborn. Safety is a given when it comes to cycling on the open road or trail. Comfort is sometimes more of a priority to the customer. If a rider can reach his leg over the cross bar, it fits, right? Here’s where owner Tom Demerly and his expert staff have made their in-roads and distinguish themselves from the rest of the competition.
Bikesport is the leader in Michigan and the Midwest when it comes to selecting the bike and proper fit for the customer. With over 20 years of fit and positioning experience, Bikesport is acknowledged as the business of choice for entry level riders to elite professional athletes.
The staff at Bikesport has over 50 years of combined experience and that resource is a tremendous value when buying your first bike or looking to upgrade. Bikesport offers how-to classes, sales and service, indoor training rides, daily editorials and product reviews and a complete line up of road and triathlon bikes.
Bikesport is locally owned and operated. Stop in today and see the difference!
Bikesport, Inc.
21938 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, MI. 48124
Phone (313) 278-1350
Fax (425) 963-7377
e-mail: sales@bikesportmichigan.com
URL: www.bikesportmichigan.com
Hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday: 10-7
Tuesday, Wednesday: 11-9
Saturday: 10-6
Sunday: Closed
Oakwood Sports Medicine continues to provide educational resources related to orthopedic and sports activities. In the next few posts, we will highlight some area businesses that have consistently provided high quality products and services. Please consider patronizing these local owners and help support our local economy.
The Wayne State University baseball program will host its annual summer camp July 10-11 at the WSU baseball field in Detroit. Campers will receive fundamental instruction on all aspects of the game, plus have a chance to meet players from the Detroit Tigers. Those Tigers expected to attend include pitcher Justin Verlander, outfielder Curtis Granderson, shortstop Adam Everett and catcher Gerald Laird.
Clinicians for the camp will include WSU head coach Ryan Kelley and Detroit Tigers bullpen coach Jeff Jones, as well as local high school coaches, the Wayne State baseball coaching staff and WSU Baseball student-athletes.
Jones has over 30 years of experience in professional baseball, including over 20 as a pitching coach in the Detroit Tigers organization. He was named the Tigers’ bullpen coach in 2006, marking his fifth stint in that capacity.
Jones had previously served seven consecutive seasons as the pitching coach for the Toledo Mud Hens, Detroit’s Triple A minor league affiliate. His professional coaching career began with the Tigers organization in 1989.
Selected by Oakland in the 13th round of the June 1977 draft, his pitching career spanned 11 seasons (1977-87). He attended Southgate High School, helping lead his team to the Wyandotte League title in 1974.
The camp costs $75 per day or $135 for both days. Campers should be dressed prepared for baseball practice and are advised to bring their own equipment, if possible. Additional Camp and Registration information can be found at Wayne State University’s Athletic website at www.wsuathletics.com
Oakwood Sports Medicine was on the scene at Comerica Park promoting its orthopedic specialty services. As part of the multi-game promotion, Tigers fans had the opportunity to enter a raffle for an autographed Miguel Cabrera jersey. Thank you to the hundreds of fans that stopped by our booth, we enjoyed meeting and talking with everyone.
Congratulations to Mr. Earl Jones of Garden City, the winner of the autographed jersey!
