Director
of Intramurals and head men's Cross Country coach John Newman
organized the run off, and was extremely excited to see Quadathlon
history in the making. "After both teams put in such hard
work, we had to see which team had the will to win the event
out-right," said Newman. "After a discussion with the
National Board of Quadathlon President, we decided on an even
100 meter dash between one member of each team of their choosing
to determine the champions."
Team Poundtown sent SAAC Chair Mike Weineke as
their team representative, while All-Star's captain Billy Montague
chose Dave Slungaard to race for the championship. Team Poundtown
was also comprised of Julian Holland, Ted Rama, Jamie O'Donnell,
and Kit Wright, while their opponents included Kristen Ehringer,
Graham Flinn, Eric Morgan, Dave Slungaard, and Montague.
With Associate Director of Athletics Mike Howard
starting the race, the two athletes ran stride for stride through
the first 98 meters. As the judges began sweating out the possibility
of a photo finish, Weineke inched out an advantage with a slight
lean to send Team Poundtown to victory.
"I was thoroughly impressed with Mike, as
he both represented his team in the pool, but continued to compete
as an Iron Man in the event," said Newman. "His commitment
to the integrity of the Quadathlon was exemplified by his ability
to step forward and represent his team in the fifth event." Weineke
was the eventual Iron Man Champion for individuals. 
Other impressive finishes include third place team
Blazing Saddles (Annie Massie, Doug Brown, Sarah Lauridsen, Gabe
Cohen, and Teddy Walter), who were victorious in the mixed division,
and fourth place team Double X (Berra Roy, Amy Laverack, Meg
Williams, Callie Douglas, and Lia Prysunka) who were the winners
of the All-Female Division.
The Faculty-Staff winners, who have been competing
and supporting the Quadathlon for 21 years, were the Comeback
Kids. Team members included Kate Pearson, Caroline Pearson, Bob
Northrup, Bill Pearson, and Sue Northrup.
Over 120 people took part in the 2006 SLU Quadathlon,
and Newman said he is excited for 2007 already. "The 2007
Quadathlon date is already set for Columbus Day, and as always,
we will have hot cocoa and fresh donuts waiting at the finish
line. And yes, the Quadathlon does promote making healthy choices
and clean fun."
