"Just stay healthy and keep running," Hawkins offered as advice to anyone aspiring to reach similar heights. Want to advertise with us? h/t: [Mental Floss], Oldest Living Ranger in the National Park Service Celebrates Her 100th Birthday, Legendary 98-Year-Old Betty White Holds World Record for Longest TV Career, 101-Year-Old Woman Adopts Oldest Cat at Shelter and Now Theyre Thriving as Best Buds, Oldest Known World War II Veteran Celebrates His 112th Birthday in New Orleans. Alana Schreiber of NPR member station WWNO reported this story. Meet 101-year-old Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins, who on Saturday became the oldest female athlete to ever compete in the USA Track and Field Outdoors Masters Championships. And wonderful," she said. Hawkins, a Ponchatoula native who graduated from LSU in 1938, is a retired teacher who actually has some centenarian competition. See and insist on ZCT.. Her parents were Julies Welles and Margaret Welles. On Shehas a friendly rivalrywith 100-year-old Diane "Flash" Friedman of Cleveland, who beat Hawkins' 2017 record of 39.62 in the 100-meter dash in August with a time of 36.71. The 105-year-old Baton Rouge resident stands uncontested as the oldest competitive female sprinter in the world, according to the Louisiana Senior Games, where on Saturday she ran the 100 meters in 1:02.95. Murray died on 7 March 2013 at the age of 95, after 70 years of marriage. On 29 January 2021 at the age of 104, Hawkins received her second dose. Millions have seen 105-year-old Julia Hawkins, flower in hair, trot 100 meters in Hammond, Louisiana becoming the oldest woman to officially compete in track and field. Senior Games organizers did not respond to numerous email and phone messages from Times of San Diego. While Murray passed away at 95, she believes she has enjoyed such a great life because she lived with such a supportive partner. 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National Senior Games Association: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube That is something that I have done in my life think of the things that are magic moments that happen to you, like sunsets and sunrises, rainbows, beautiful birds, music and peoples lovely comments to you. The premier timing systems in America, called FinishLynx, are sold by Lynx, based in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Before becoming a runner, she was a bicyclist. Requests for a copy of the record form and supporting documentation were not immediately granted. She enjoys cooking, yoga, reading, music and walking her two rescue dogs. By. I want to keep running as long as I can. 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Before becoming a runner, she was a bicyclist. Asked about how she thought her race went on Saturday, she told the Advocate, "This time I wasn't feeling like I was going that fast.". And I did it in a lot less than that. Dubbed Hurricane Hawkins, the retired schoolteacher from Baton Rouge may be robbed of record certification due to an officiating miscue failure to test the Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins hopes that she inspires other senior citizens to stay active and interested in things no matter how old they are. Why haven't I been called by now?' Receive our Weekly Newsletter. The retired Louisiana teacher just became the first female track and field athlete in the 105+ age bracket to clock a time in the 100-meter dash. Julia Hawkins ran the 50- and 100-meter dash races at the National Senior Games in Albuquerque this week, and is believed to be the oldest woman to formally compete on an American track. JH: Theres gonna be a meet in Florida coming up in June. When she first started running, there were only a handful of other folks her age competing in races. Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanityfrom the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening. JH: He was in Pearl Harbor when it was bombed. Dont stop. Eileen Bolinsky edited the Here & Now segment for air, and Serena McMahon adapted it for digital. To stay in shape, just keep active. Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins is showing everyone that age is just a number. Be sure to keep your eye open for them. Not quite what she wanted. On Friday, Its important to stay active, and I was thinking that these magic moment things keep you active. I dont train like most runners. Anyone can read what you share. The sky is the limit for 105-year-old track and field athlete Julia Hurricane Hawkins. It was fun and I fell in love with running. But I dont practice much. An avid bicyclist, she said she only began training for track and field last year. In 2016, her daughter Margaret Hawkins Matens wrote a book about her life called "It's Been Wondrous: The Memoirs of Julia Welles Hawkins". "And I'm going to keep running as long as I can. In womens competition Australias Julie Brims broke the 55+ record in a time of 12.24, while American Kathy Bergen crossed the line in 16.26 in the 80-and-over category. Don't bet against Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins. Today, Hawkins spends most of her waking hours being active (no surprise). Her Life Advice? With the generous support of readers like you, Times of San Diego publishes timely and accurate news coverage for a better-informed community. Were also on Pinterest, Tumblr, and Flipboard. Dubbed Hurricane Hawkins, the retired schoolteacher from Baton Rouge may be robbed of record certification due to an officiating miscue failure to test the timing system used Nov. 6 at the Louisiana Senior Games at Southeastern Louisiana University. PHOTO BY BRIT HUCKABAY FROM NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES ASSOCIATION, Watch 105-year-old Julia 'Hurricane' Hawkins run 100 meters at Louisiana Senior Games. WebHurricane Hawkins has no plans of slowing down (5:50) Age ain't nothing but a number for 103-year-old Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins who struck gold at the 2019 National Senior Games. WWNO - New Orleans Public Radio | People say that they want to be just like me when they grow up And I think if I can please people and give them hope, then it's worth living longer.". It would be terribly disappointing if Julias mark is not ratified given the fact that the event received so much advance publicity, Jerome said. I have markers on the street to show me where 50 yards is, and where 100 is, and I go by that. The ambitious lady started competing in the National Senior Games at the age of 80, winning several gold medals in cycling before switching to sprinting when she turned 100. Have many passions. And as she approaches this milestone, shes been reflecting on some of the meaningful moments in her life. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our. She also wants to encourage others to live an active and healthy lifestyle. Hawkins is a natural talent. I read. Several age records for the 100m have tumbled this year. When most people turn 100, they're probably not looking for a new hobby. Still, hers is an impressive time for someone who was born during World War I. Youre just riveted to the moment and the time. I wouldnt change much.. Hawkins began competing in sprints five years ago at the ripe age of 100. There isnt a lot of wishy washy around here. Meet 101-year-old Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins, who on Saturday became the oldest female athlete to ever compete in the USA Track and Field Outdoors Masters But Im a big flower person and I usually wear a flower in my hair, even when Im running. Can you tell me a little bit about your training regimen? Meghan Holohan is a contributing writer who covers health and parenting for TODAY.com. If there is a delay between the gun and when the system starts, that is time the athlete can be reacting and moving before the system starts [operating], Hecker said from Ventura. She was married to her late husband, Murray, for 70 years, after they had a wedding by telephone during World War II. She said via text that meet organizers made elaborate preparations to be sure record would stand., In fact, the record attempt was widely advertised, especially by the National Senior Games Association, which put out a press release a dozen days before the Nov. 6 meet. She could make even more history at the upcoming National Senior Games, which take place in Florida in May 2022. Im just pretty good at moving around and I do it when I have to, whatever I have to do. Don Chadez, a longtime meet timer with Flash Results-West, said only a poor timing company would neglect to do the zero-control test. Hawkins began running when she was 100. AS: Before Hawkins was a world record setting runner, she was a teacher. With few competitors in her age category, Hawkins focus now is to continue challenging herself and compete against her own best times on the track and field. If I can, I'm gonna go there and try that one. She eventually ended her cycling career saying that there wasnt anyone left my age to compete with. Sprinting to the cheers of friends, family, and other senior athletes, Hawkins crossed the finish line at the National Senior Games with an incredible time of 1:02:95. On Friday, January 29, she took a step to stay around a lot longer. Im so glad its over. JH: I have done much better than that. Run the 100 meter dash in less than a minute. Its all right with me. She told me she would reach out to the appropriate officials, etc., and ask them to provide the requested information, Bickel said via email. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. The sky is the limit for 105-year-old track and field athlete Julia Hurricane Hawkins. They called her the Hurricane.. Well, either one. Unfortunately some places, non-certified officials are given the responsibility an official should have., All meets should be properly officiated, he said, but at a masters meet, where records are a greater potential, we have to officiate to the standards of record all the time. That said, it is the responsibility of the governing body to establish the rules of competition, and that of the organizing committee or service provider to apply these rules.. Which, didnt even surprise her. Theres a good reason they call Julia Hawkins the Hurricane. Back in November, at the age of 105, she set a new world record for fastest 100-meter dash at the Louisiana Senior Games, a multisport competition for adults over 50. Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins (ne Welles; born 10 February 1916) is an American centenarian masters athlete. We'll send you the top local news stories every morning at 8 a.m. By clicking subscribe, you agree to share your email address with Times of San Diego to receive our free newsletter and breaking news alerts. AS: And five years later at the 2021 Louisiana Senior Games, she had a new goal. This time at age 106, and in under a minute. The only 105-year-old men to compete in track and field were Hidekichi Miyazaki of Japan (shot put) and Stanistaw Kowalski of Poland (100 and discus). Hawkins on their honeymoon, one year after their marriage-by-telephone, Hawkins and her husband Murray outside their Baton Rouge home, Hawkins receiving her first dose of the PfizerBioNTech COVID-19 vaccine around 8 January 2021 at the age of 104, Hawkins receiving her second dose of the PfizerBioNTech COVID-19 vaccine on 23 January 2021 at the age of 104. Chicago police Superintendent David Brown to exit CPD this month in the wake of mayoral election, TikTok sets new default time limits for minors, NFLPA releases 1st-ever report card: See where all the 32 teams ranked, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. I have an acre of land, and I have all of these bonsais and they are enough to keep me busy. Can you imagine that? This week, at the age of 103, Ms. Hawkins returned to the track to run the 50- and 100-meter dash races in the National Senior Games in Albuquerque. She finished the 100-meter dash about six seconds slower than her record time, but she was still pleased with the result. She says marrying a good man is the secret to a long happy relationship. Julia Hurricane Hawkins took up running at age 100. As I get older, I feel like I only have so many 100-yard dashes left, and I dont want to waste them in practice, she said. "As usual, Julia Hawkins calls her own shots and will wait for the right time to decide if and how her track career will go on.". (Sarah Netter). Shes 103 and Just Ran the 100-Meter Dash. Life has just been great for me. When she was about 3 months old, her family moved to Not only that, but by running the 100 meters in 40.12 seconds, she shaved more than six seconds off the current certified world record for women aged 100 or older. Lately, she says shes been reflecting on some of the more meaningful times in her life something she calls magic moments., Magic moments are like something you see that's unusual that you hadn't seen often before, like a sunrise that was especially pretty or a sunset or a shooting star. Hawkins is the listed world record holder in the W100 100-meter dash and 60-meter indoor dash. "She has time to decide, and we aren't pressing for an answer," National Senior Games Association Media Director Del Moon said. She ran it it in 1:02.95. Julia Hawkins runs the 100-meter dash during the USA Track and Field Outdoors Masters Championships in 2017 at LSU's Bernie Moore Stadium. It was windy and cold, cold. You can try. She lives in Baton Rouge, La., where she takes daily walks and cares for trees on her property. She says she plans on attending a meet in Florida this June. They were the wonderful things in my life and the grandchildren, and the great-grandson. 1, Report: PGA Tour trimming some fields, ending cuts, Trade tracker: Kings' Quick era ends with deal to Jackets, Rodgers out of isolation, call on '23 coming 'soon enough'. On Thursday, after Times of San Diego inquiries, the application was denoted as approved.. Like all elite athletes, Julia Hurricane Hawkins has a ruthless streak. On 15 August 2021, Diane "Flash" Friedman (aged 100) broke Hawkins' world record for her age group in the 100-meter dash at the Michigan Senior Olympics. Someone comes to stay with me at night, and she gets my breakfast and supper, so Im well taken care of. Andrew Hecker, a veteran meet organizer and USATF official, said the zero-control test aims to assure the timing system starting sensor is working properly. Astonishingly, that wasn't even a personal best. And theyre 90 years old. Watch your back, Usain Bolt - there's a new 100-meter dash superstar and she looks unstoppable. Thank you! On the same day, she also broke the world record for her age group in the 200-meter dash and the American record for the javelin. I love to run, and I love being an inspiration to others, Hawkins said on Sunday. A new start after 60: Exercise is my lifeblood so I decided to run my first marathon at 74, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 'Stay healthy and keep running': 105-year-old sprinter sets world record video, Julia Hurricane Hawkins sets record in 105+ category, Athlete has also excelled in cycling time trials. And she was also married to her husband Murray Hawkins for 70 years. One of my children suggested when I was 100 that it would be nice to run the 100-[meter] dash at 100 and do it in less than a 100 seconds, Hawkins says. There is admittedly little competition in the centenarian age group, and Ms. Hawkins was largely competing against herself. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. VisitMy Modern Met Media. She comes to WWNO from KUNC in Northern Colorado, where she worked as a radio producer for the daily news magazine, Colorado Edition. All Rights Reserved. It's Boston local news in one concise, fun and informative email. We won't use your email for any other purpose, and you can opt out at any time via an unsubscribe link. And it was. I have done much better than that, she says, but the high winds and cold weather held her back. On Saturday, she became the first female track and field athlete and first American to set a world record in the 100-meter dash for her age group of 105+. On Feb. 10, 2022, Hawkins turns 106 years old. You don't have to be wealthy to get to see 'em. When The New York Times called for an interview on Wednesday morning, she was taking a break from running to spend the day at a botanical garden. She is believed to be the oldest woman to formally compete on an American track, according to the organization, which hosts the Olympic-style event for athletes 50 and older. The 'Blue Zones' diet: Foods that help people live to 100, Octogenarian best friends go for the gold. Then when I got too old to bike up hills and use gears and things, I went to running at 100. WOW! She started competing at the National Senior Games when she was 80, specialising in cycling time trials, and won several gold medals. You cant be sloppy about how things are set up.. On Wednesday, when this story first posted, USA Track & Field showed her application for an American record of 1:02.95 in the 105-109 age group was awaiting proof of the required zero-control test. The couple had four children: Lad Hawkins, Margaret Matens, Julia "Jugie" Battle and Warren Hawkins (aged 69 in July 2017). 105-year-old Julia 'Hurricane' Hawkins sets a new track-and-field record. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: general | pageType: stories | February 27th, 2023 top story 'Hurricane Hawkins' makes Sports Illustrated again Jan 21, 2022 0 Julia Hurricane Hawkins receives a medal for completing the 100-meter race during the Louisiana Senior Games at By then, the track star will be 106, and who knows what record she might set next. This month, at the National Senior Games in Birmingham, Alabama, Hawkins ran the dash in 39.62 seconds. Further, he faulted Hawkins team for possibly not taking steps to assure record ratification. That was in the 100-to-104-year division. Keep interested in a lot of things to keep you busy and keep your mind busy. I find it fun, I like doing it.". Julie and Margaret Welles were her parents. But running felt different. So when they sent him out there we were married by telephone. Julia 'Hurricane' Hawkins, 105, of Baton Rouge runs the 100 meters Saturday at the Louisiana Senior Games in Hammond. As a member, you'll join us in our effort to support the arts. The retired educator generated worldwide publicity in both the Birmingham 2017 and Albuquerque 2019 National Senior Games when she set world track records in the 100-104 age category, said the release. My father in law went with me to Baton Rouge to see if it was legal in Louisiana. Do you have any secrets to longevity and staying in shape? David Bickel, chair of the USATF Masters Track and Field Records Committee, said Tuesday that he has been in touch with the meets referee. I would rather be the Flower Lady than the Hurricane Lady.. And to think, she may have missed her shot at making track and field history if she opted to follow her original plans for the day. Longtime Baton Rouge resident Julia Welles Hawkins, who turns 102 on Feb. 10, has released her life story, "It's Been Wondrous! 97,862 views Nov 6, 2021 953 Dislike Share Save NOLA.com 91.4K subscribers Julia Despite her impressive speed, Hawkins wasnt completely satisfied with her performance. BATON ROUGE, La. Julia 'Hurricane' Hawkins, who is 103 years old, broke a record in the 100-meter-dash at the 2019 National Senior Games. She also outlived her granddaughter Mandy Hawkins. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Hawkins competed at the June 2019 National Senior Games in the sprints. section: | slug: louisiana-woman-sets-world-record-in-100-meter-dash-for-105-age-group | sport: other | route: article_single.us | She ran the 100-meter dash, finishing with a time of 39.62 seconds. National Senior Games Also called "The Flower Lady" 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. You have been subscribed to WBUR Today. AS: And its possible that Hawkins will be having another magic moment coming this summer. So, despite setting a 100m world record on Sunday at the Louisiana Senior Games, she still She also likes impressing her family, which includes the four children she had with her late husband, Murray, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He said the ZCT, also called the zero gun test, should be done at the beginning of the day. They werent athletes, she says, but rather older women trying something new. I have not heard back from anyone as of yet.. Its no wonder that Hawkins holds herself to such a high standard because this isnt her first time setting a world record. AS: But still, she set a world record with some fans in the crowd to cheer her on. JH: Well I knew it was a possibility because there are not that many older people doing things like this. All of those are magic moments and they are free for all. Julia 'Hurricane' Hawkins started running at 100 and keeps breaking records. PublishedFebruary 10, 2022 at 11:15 AM CST. As I get older, I feel like I only have so many 100-yard dashes left, and I dont want to waste them in practice. August 16, 2022 by Amasteringall Julia Hawkins was born on February 10, 1916, in Wisconsin, USA. "I always came running in to answer the phone so I thought maybe I could run," she told TODAY. Since Im having trouble with my eyes, I read the books that talk to you. They're absolutely out of this world, they're so unusual. A screenshot of Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins running the 100-meter dash at the 2021 Louisiana Senior Games. Hawkins is not set on competing in those games, yet, though. JH: The other thing Id like to mention are magic moments are things I believe in. Please reload the page and try again. Yet, Hawkins remains humble about her record breaking runs. 11:35 am ET, H.S. So I usually managed to beat the ones that werent really athletes. The Senior Games meet was USATF-sanctioned, another mandated ingredient for American records. The retired teacher is no stranger to athletic excellence. Julia Hawkins, 101, shown here in her Louisiana neighborhood, competed in the USA Track and Field Outdoors Masters Championships. That tells you how old I am. Next time we see Julia Hawkins, it might just be at the 2022 National Senior Games in Greater Fort Lauderdale, though the centenarian hasnt yet decided if shell compete. If I am an inspiration to older people Thats a good thing, she said. In 2017, at age 101, Hawkins set the world record for her age group in the 100-meter dash at the USA Track & Field Outdoors Masters Championships. Competitive sprinter Julia Hawkins, 101, wearing a flower in her garden. Have a lot of passions, things that you are interested in. When someone pointed out that 102 is less than her age and asked if that made her feel better, Hawkins answered: No. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. This is masters history in the making and our history should be clear and accurate.. If the flash is recorded as 0.00 second, the system is working. Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins knew that she would be a good runner because she was always sprinting to her landline to answer phone calls. They wed by telephone, Julia in Louisiana and Murray still in Pearl Harbor. (Accounts of her race appeared on the BBC, CBS Morning News, CNN, The Washington Post and hundreds of other outlets.). . But Gloria Louis, officials chair in USATFs Southern Association, said Wednesday: We hope to get back with you very soon.. As of January 2021, she had three grandchildren (Morgan Matens, Murray Kimball and Cooper Battle) and two great-grandchildren. Julia Hawkins was born in Wisconsin, USA on 10 February 1916. When she turned 100 she took up sprinting. (Sarah Netter / Washington Post). It has been a pleasure talking to you. Do you have any closing thoughts? She completed the distance in a blazing 40.12 seconds, instantly catapulting herself to running stardom. You have to water them every day and there is something to do with every one of them almost every day. Julia Hawkins running the 100 meter dash in November, 2021 Theres a good reason they call Julia Hawkins the Hurricane. Back in November, at the age of World Masters Athletics, which keeps official age-group world records, did not respond to questions. She holds a BA in Art History and Curatorial Studies with a minor in Design from Brigham Young University. She won several gold medals at Senior Olympics events. Hawkins, who was born in Wisconsin in 1916, said she likes "the feeling of being independent," as well as the challenge. BATON ROUGE - Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins, the capital area's iconic 105-year-old runner, is set to make history on the track once again. While he was out there working for the Navy. I hope Im inspiring them to be healthy and to realize you can still be doing it at this kind of an age. In a rather unconventional way. I get wonderful books that tell me the stories and Ive been enjoying them. There was a problem saving your notification. At the 2018 Masters National Indoor Track and Field Championship, she and Orville Rogers (aged 100) set 60 meter dash world records. But I always did Senior Olympics in biking. In August, Hiroo Tanaka of Japan blazed home in 16.69 to set the male record in the 90 and over category. Julia Hawkins: One of my children suggested when I was 100 that it would be nice to run the 100 yard dash in less than 100 seconds. 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