This past weekend Cooper and I finished the Newport Marathon that took place in Newport Rhode Island. I finished just under my target time of 4 hours crossing the finish in 3:48:52. Cooper also finished under her target time of 3 hours and 40 mins with an exciting women's overall first place finish breaking the bannister in 3:20:51. The course was absolutely incredible. The … [Read more...]
Rebuild Middletown: Visiting Home
This weekend, Cooper and I flew back to California to visit family and friends in Middletown. It was quite hard driving north from the airport, knowing that the place we once knew would be completely different. From the footage, pictures and stories we prepared ourselves for the worst. The trip was very emotional from the very start. As we pulled into town, the landscape was … [Read more...]
One Month Marathon Training
For the last 5 months Cooper has been on a pretty intense training program. I, on the other hand, spent the entire summer working long hours on my beloved 55 Chevy and basically ran about 3 miles in a 10 week period . When I got back from California I knew I had to get on a training program fast in order to prepare my body for these longer runs. There's no doubt that long … [Read more...]
Newport Marathon
Cooper and I are preparing for the Newport Marathon. As our second Run Beyond Borders Project, we will run the course to raise funds for Middletown California, a small town north of the Napa Valley and home to a beautiful community devastated by the recent Valley Fires. Coopers family has called Middletown and St. Helena home for decades and we visit our loved ones every year. … [Read more...]
Where it all Began
Having retired from playing professionally in 2013, the game hasn't ventured far from my vicinity. Between coaching two youth travel teams, the game remains a constant reminder of where it began. Although developing young aspiring players give me thrill of playing, there is nothing like knocking the ball around, getting a sweat in and playing with quality players. Since … [Read more...]
RUN BEYOND BORDERS: JEEPNEY FOR PAYATAS FC AND FAIRPLAY FOR ALL
by Roy on July 18, 2013 http://roymondous.wordpress.com/2013/07/18/run-beyond-borders-for-ffas-jeepney/ Lex at the old drop-in centre volunteering Lexton Moy is a footballer who played for Kaya and the Philippine National Football team. At the very first tournament Payatas played in, Football for Good where the team won 3, drew 1, and lost 1, Lex was there. When we … [Read more...]
Fathers Day
Like my great grandfather, grandfather, uncle and father, I find myself in a foreign land away from home on this special occasion thinking about life, family and friends in a familiar place. These men have made tremendous sacrifices in order for me to have the opportunities and experiences I am so privileged to have. They inspire me to stride further and reach higher. One day a … [Read more...]
1st Marathon + Run Beyond Borders: Running for a Cause
A few months ago, Cooper and I decided to sign up for our first marathon. It has been a long time dream for Cooper to complete a marathon as her passion for running has carried her through childhood and into her daily routine as an adult. It was a defining moment when we decided to turn our first big physical challenge together into a meaningful charitable cause. Her passion … [Read more...]
Philippines vs Hong Kong: Another Page in the Story
I was born to a Chinese father and a Filipino mother. I was raised in Chinatown New York City, in a predominantly Chinese household alongside my older sister and my Chinese grandparents. Chinese culture and traditions have been prevalent themes in my life and expressing myself through the use of both Chinese and English has always been somewhat familiar to me. Considering … [Read more...]
Each Visit Shows Me “Never Give Up”
This weekend, I had a chance to visit The Fairplay for All Foundation in Payatas, Manila. In our preparations from our Run Beyond Borders, my visit to the the organization was quite special. I had the amazing opportunity to bit farewell to the old drop-in center, to which many kids in Payatas have called their second home, their sanctuary, and their source of fun and education. … [Read more...]
