Friday, March 29, 2013
WOD for a Cause will put fitness in the forefront at Town Center Park.
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Friday, March 29
The 2013 Suwanee event calendar: Beer Fest, food trucks, arts, workouts ... Yes, another twist will be added to the Suwanee scene on Saturday at Town Center Park. WOD for a Cause will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to the website. Several fitness-related events are scheduled. Kyle Maynard, a local fitness entrepreneur who climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa in 2012, will be a keynote speaker. There will be both a 5K run and weightlifting events as part of the overall event, according to the website. Thrusters, deadlifts and box jumps are among the events in the team and individual challenges. WOD for a Cause is being held to benefit Family Promise of Gwinnett County, a non-profit that brings shelter, meals and support services to …
Monday, January 14, 2013
The fitness entrepreneur and motivational speaker wants to grow elsewhere in Suwanee.
A year ago at this time, Suwanee resident Kyle Maynard was climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa. Now, he's looking for a new horizon at home in Suwanee. Maynard, a congential quadriplegic, has applied to city officials for a Special Use Permit that would allow him to operate a larger fitness facility. Maynard's CrossFit operation wants to operate in an 11,200 square foot facility at Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road and Shawnee North Drive, according to documents submitted to city officials. City staff has recommended approval with conditions to City Council members, who will vote on the matter at a future meeting. -- What do you think about Maynard's desire for a larger location? What are your memories of his efforts? Share your thoughts in the …
Thursday, December 20, 2012
The community information hub has had some memorable news stories in 2012. Share your favorites, and comments.
In a few days, Suwanee Patch will add another tree ring. It first went online on December 23, 2010. And the past 12 months were just as eventful as the first year, as Suwanee and Gwinnett produced many memorable moments. Again, the Jury Of One -- Suwanee Patch Editor Steve Burns -- has compiled a list of the 10 most memorable news stories from the past year. The list was based on user views, but also on viewer feedback and overall impact on the community. Check the list to see who has been naughty and nice, and add your comments. 10. Atlanta Braves Visit Coolray Field: The Gwinnett Braves got the ultimate visitor in April, when the parent club from Atlanta came calling. And an all-star team of minor leaguers, managed by former Atlanta boss…
Thursday, July 12, 2012
The Collins Hill High grad takes the ESPN honor for a second time.
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Thursday, July 12, 2012
Kyle Maynard, the Suwanee resident who climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Kenya this year, has been honored again for the feat. The Collins Hill High grad won an ESPY award Wednesday from ESPN for his feat. Maynard was honored as Best Male Athlete With a Disability. He was born without complete arms or legs. "WE JUST WON THE ESPY!!!!!! Thank you so much!!! You helped make it happen!!!," Maynard posted Wednesday on his Twitter account after winning. The show originated in Los Angeles. Maynard and a team reached the peak of Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak in Africa at more than 19,000 feet. It is his second ESPY. See also: Don’t miss any Suwanee news. Subscribe to Suwanee Patch’s free newsletter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
Monday, July 2, 2012
The Collins Hill High grad receives more recognition for his feat of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Monday, July 2, 2012
Kyle Maynard, the Collins Hill High grad who has turned his disability into a career of inspiration, is headed for more recognition. The Suwanee resident is in the running for an ESPY award, the prestigious program run by the ESPN TV network. ESPN's annual awards and show honor athletes in various categories. Maynard is nominated in Best Male Athlete With a Disability (you also can vote for Maynard via this link.) Maynard was born without complete arms or legs. In January, Maynard and others completed a grueling mission -- climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak in Africa. Maynard, who operates No Excuses Crossfit in Suwanee, trained on Stone Mountain for the mission. He also is in strong demand as a motivational speaker. Among his …
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
The video includes scenes from the Suwanee resident's childhood and of his recent climb of Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Tuesday, March 6, 2012
"I've always looked at Kyle as a normal big brother," his sister says. And so the world gets another look at the remarkable story of Kyle Maynard, the Suwanee man who recently climbed to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro -- despite being a congenital quadruple amputee. The new video, which is attached, includes footage of Maynard's childhood, of his exploits as a wrestler, of emotional encounters with others as a motivational speaker -- and of his journey up the tallest peak in Africa, which was completed in January. The recent feat was not easy. "At the end of the day, I was pretty wiped," he recalls. And in mid-climb, the team changed to a new but more dangerous route -- "it's a big risk," the narrator says. Share your comments here on …
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
The Suwanee City Council recognizes the Collins Hill High grad for reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Kyle Maynard's mantra is "no excuses." And his family didn't gived him any, even while Maynard was climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Maynard's mother recalled Tuesday that during Maynard's climb, his father remarked, "I hope it's freezing up there, or he'll want to climb Everest." The event was at Suwanee City Hall, where the mayor and City Council proclaimed Feb. 29 as Kyle Maynard Day in the city. This was in honor of Maynard, a congenital quadriplegic, scaling the dormant volcano last month. He and his climbing team reached the summit of the tallest peak in Africa on Jan. 15. "Don't lose sight of what impact you are having," Maynard told council members at the ceremony. (See the attached video.) Also at Tuesday's meeting:
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Collins Hill High graduate and congenital quadriplegic scaled Mount Kilimanjaro in January.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Suwanee City Council will join the parade of praise for Kyle Maynard of Suwanee. Officials plan to commend Maynard at Tuesday's City Council meeting for his achievement of reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in January. Maynard is a Collins Hill High graduate who was born without complete arms or legs. He now is chiefly a motivational speaker, and also is involved with No Excuses Crossfit in Suwanee. He undertook the Kilimanjaro mission to inspire others to overcome handicaps and obstacles. Maynard and climbing mates reached the summit of the dormant volcano in Tanzania, Africa, on Jan. 15, 10 days after beginning. Also on Tuesday's City Council agenda is approval of an alcoholic beverage license for Twisted Taco. The franchise …
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
The Suwanee resident is back in his routine after scaling the mountain in Africa.
When you've climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, a venti is allowed. Extra whipping cream, of course. Kyle Maynard is now enjoying life in Suwanee again after he and fitness teammates reached the summit of the famed dormant volcano in Africa. Maynard enjoyed his favorite coffee drink Tuesday while he reflected on his achievement. The climbing crew and support staff reached the summit of Kilimanjaro on Jan. 15, in the 10th day of their effort. Original plans called for a 15-day climb. "Up top it was freezing," Maynard recalled. Other than that, conditions were "about what I imagined. There was only one time I got cold." Now, it's time for some relaxation, but there also are tentative plans. Maynard is chiefly a motivational speaker, and he has an …
Friday, January 27, 2012
The Suwanee resident who was born without complete limbs gives a television interview after arriving in the area Thursday.
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Friday, January 27, 2012
Now it's back to civilization for Kyle Maynard of Suwanee. "I've got some major X-Box to catch up on," Maynard said Friday morning in an interview on 11Alive News out of Atlanta. Maynard, who attended Collins Hill High, and other team members reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania earlier this month after a 10-day climb. A motivational speaker, Maynard's effort was in part to inspire others, particularly military veterans re-entering civilian life. Attached are excerpts from the studio session at 11Alive. Here is a Suwanee Patch chronicle of the efforts of Maynard and team.
Gigi
11:15 pm on Friday, January 27, 2012
If you heard about Kyle then you have learned the obvious, and that he is an amazing person and athlete. I am a bit disappointed at the interviewer. I don’t care “how?” or if he was “keeping pace with hikers” I would like to know “Why” or “What” why did you pick that place ? what else did you accomplish? and what did you see?, what did you learn Kyle? more ›