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Read current and archived articles about the Chances for Children, Team Chances, and Team Fit Kids organizations.
News Articles
July 22, 2010
KNXV-TV ABC15: Women's running group aims to raise money to fight childhood obesity
AHWATUKEE, AZ - Susan Loken has combined her passions for running and reducing childhood obesity in Arizona. She's gathered a group of gals and formed the ...
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June 16, 2010
Channel 3TV: Hikers happy trails are open
Team Chances' athletes Nancy King, Andi Hlavna, Shelley Laycock, and Cathy Heitel were featured in an interview by Bruce Haffner during their morning run in the Gateway Preserve.
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August 2, 2008
San Tan Sun News: Chandler Runner Finds New Purpose
"I have been given an outward focus to my running: helping the community. It is a great charity. The money goes right into helping local kids. You really get a purpose and pride in running and fundraising, and being able to work with your neighbors and neighbors' kids," says Team Chances member Doug Shade
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July 25, 2008
Arizona Republic: Area Athletes Help Inspire Youths to Run, Be Active
Three of Ahwatukee's most active residents have been working to provide area children with opportunities to get moving. Timothy and Janell Bolen, along with Susan Loken, are marathoners, triathletes and record holders. Loken competed with the nation's best female runners in April at the Olympic trials. Timothy has been ranked as an All-America triathlete eight times. Janell has participated in world triathlon championships. But their most recent focus has been helping area schoolchildren hit the ground running.
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January 15, 2008
Coach Joe English's Running Advice and News: Susan Loken Interview
Susan Loken, US Women’s Masters Marathon Champion, reflects on her Olympic time trial goal.
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January 15, 2008
Ahwatukee Foothill News: Marathon Moms
Two Ahwatukee women prepare with local moms club
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January 15, 2008
Arizona Republic: Marathoners to Aid Kids' Nutrition, Fitness Programs
"When the opportunity came about, I felt it was really a dream come true," said Susan Loken, marathon program director.
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Press Releases
June 22, 2009
Chances for Children is hosting the Maricopa Fit Family Challenge
To bring families together for fitness and fun this August
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