TCM Weekend Opens with 5K and 10K

McKenzie Melander, a former Twin Cities In Motion College Scholarship winner, won the women’s division of the TC 5K, presented by Fredrikson & Byron, part of the Medtronic TC Family Events held on the State Capitol grounds Saturday.

Former Rosemount High School star Jordan Carlson won the men’s division of the TC 5K, running 15:02.  Melander, who attended Eastview High School and recently joined the professional distance training group Team USA Minnesota, clocked 17:05.

The Twin Cities In Motion College Scholarship, which Melander won in 2008, is based on academic performance shown through grades, leadership, a commitment to community service or helping others, and a dedication to maximizing running potential.

Chris Lundstrom, a fourth-place finisher at the 2006 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, won the TC 10K in 32:14.  McKenzie Holt won the women’s competition in 36:16.  Miss Minnesota, Siri Freeh, served as the ceremonial starter of the TC 10K.

Full results from the 5K are HERE.  Results from the 10K are HERE.