Yep, I'm coming out with my early prediction that Adam Beam, the young man pictured at the left is going to be the winner of the NYC Marathon. I was granted the privilege of being the ONLY photographer allowed to take pre-win pictures when he made a trip to Greenville back in August as a part of his training regimen.
For those of you who aren't following the running circuit, this Sunday is the ING New York City Marathon at 9am (don't forget to set your clock back Saturday night). Beam and approximately 39,999 losers will gather in the city that doesn't sleep for the run. Beam was one of more than 100,000 applicants to the race.
Anticipating the win, NBC's Today show asked Adam and his lovely wife, Ashley, to join them on Monday morning. Rather than steal the show, the Beams agreed to stay outside and only be shown during Al Roker's weather reports (I think I still have exclusive photo rights, so I'll be expecting a check from NBC). Later the two will appear in Dave Letterman's audience as they round out their trip.
The race can be streamed online at NBCSports.com/Marathon in the US. Additionally, NBC Sports will broadcast a one-hour highlights show nationwide beginning at 3:00 p.m. EST on Sunday.
Oh, did I mention that Ashley is my daughter and Adam had the wisdom to choose her as his wife? Maybe that interferes with my objectivity on this subject.
7 comments:
Wow, no pressure for Beam, eh?
I like how you put it... Beam and 39,000 losers. LOL!
Brooke,
No pressure at all. If he can steal my daughter, he can take on this crowd.
Besides, he puts pressure on me with his writing style... He sets the bar very high.
Hey there, it's been a while. I'm glad you're still blogging! Have a great weekend!
Hey Josh, I've been reading your blog, just haven't had a chance to comment. Thanks for dropping by.
Check me out, I'll be the guy wearing a tank top and running shorts and sneakers.
I'll be looking for you Frank!!
Thanks for stopping by.
Hi there. We've never met, but I am one of Adam's cousins. (Our grandmothers are sisters). I've been reading Ashley's blog and stumbled onto yours.
I have a blog too and posted a note about Adam and the marathon. I like this post...quite comical!
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