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Nationwide Better Health Columbus Marathon Announces New Course for 2008

rnbjb — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:50:27 +0000

(September 5, 2008 From Running USA wire)(COLUMBUS, OH) For the first time in nine years, the Nationwide Better Health Columbus Marathon will feature a new and improved course for its 29th edition on Sunday, October 19.

Road Race Management Race Directors Meeting & Trade Exhibit Set for November

rnbjb — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:04:07 +0000

September 5, 2008 from press notice. Road Race Management will hold their annual Event Directors Meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, FL from November 6-8, 2008.

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Regional Race Report: Pier Village 5K (NJ)

rnbjb — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:24:18 +0000

September 5, 2008 by Penny Hinck (Long Branch, NJ - The revitalized Long Branch beachfront was the site of the 5th Annual Pier Village 5K road race on Labor Day Monday, September 1. Runners were treated to a glorious, sunny, ideal-racing-weather morning on a fast, flat course that paralleled the Atlantic Ocean, running south on road and boardwalk, then north to finish on the promenade.

Regional Race Preview: Race to Remember 5K in DC on October 19

rnbjb — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:25:36 +0000

September 4, 2008 from www.runwashington.com (DC) Every day, law enforcement officers put their lives on the line for our safety and protection. On Sunday, October 19, 2008, all of us have a chance to salute their service and sacrifice by participating in the "Race to Remember"--the first National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial 5K.

Bryan Clay Third Decathlon Champion in a Row to ‘Eat His Wheaties’

rnbjb — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:19:42 +0000

September 4, 2008 from press release (MINNEAPOLIS, MN) The greatest names in American gymnastics and decathlon share one thing in common: a legacy of appearing on the fabled orange Wheaties box.

Regional Race Preview: Boyne 2 Boyne Marathon in Michigan on September 28

rnbjb — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:16:36 +0000

September 4, 2008 from press release (Boyne Falls, MI) The second annual Boyne 2 Boyne marathon, a qualifying event for the Boston Marathon, is happening on Sunday, September 28. The race take athletes along the Midwest's most pristine and scenic route between two Michigan resorts starting at Boyne Highlands in Harbor Springs and ending at Boyne Mountain in Boyne Falls.

Nike+ Human Race; the Largest Global Largest 1 Day Running Event Ever

rnbjb — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 18:28:45 +0000

September 3, 2008 from press release (New York)---There are only two words that can describe the Nike+ Human Race 10K in New York City: amazing experience! With thousands of runners lined up prior to the start of the race, spirits were high and the atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm and eagerness.

No Cross Country Coverage on The Big Ten Network?

rnbjb — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:23:07 +0000

September 3, 2008 from www.runohio.com (OHIO) The battle between Ohio Time Warner and the Big Ten Network seems to be over. For more than a year Time Warner subscribers have heard and read numerous ads from the Big Ten Network telling us to contact our cable provider to request the Big Ten Network.

Lucas and Akor Win Disneyland Half Marathon; New Record Set

rnbjb — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:28:52 +0000

September 1, 2008 from press release (ANAHEIM, CA) Course records were broken in Men’s, Women’s and Master’s divisions in the third annual Disneyland Half Marathon, Sunday at Disneyland Resort.

Long Distance Triathletes Earn Seven Medals in Holland

rnbjb — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 19:53:15 +0000

September 2, 2008 from press release (ALMERE, Holland) U.S. athletes took home seven medals at the International Triathlon Union Long Distance Triathlon World Championships in Almere, Holland on August 31. A total of 108 athletes were part of Team USA, including seven competing in the elite race.

Registration for 113th Boston Marathon to Open on September 3

rnbjb — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:52:47 +0000

September 2, 2008 from press release (Boston, MA) Online registration for the 113th Boston Marathon, scheduled for April 20, 2009, will begin at 9 a.m. eastern time on Wednesday, September 3. Held on Patriots' Day, a Massachusetts holiday, Boston is the world's oldest annual marathon. Since 1986, the principal sponsor of the Boston Marathon has been John Hancock Financial Services.

Carney, Steffens Win USA 20K Titles

rnbjb — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:37:04 +0000

September 1, 2008 from USATF press release (INDIANAPOLIS, IN) James Carney (Eugene, OR) took charge early on his way to his second USA title of 2008, winning the USA 20 km Championships in 59:11. In the women's race, Jill Steffens (Athens, GA) overtook Elva Dryer (Gunnison CO) just after the 12 mile mark to win the women's title in 1:08:48.

Regional Race Report: La Sportiva Vail (CO) Trophy Challenge Race

rnbjb — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:27:56 +0000

September 22, 2008 (Vail, CO) The final event in the La Sportiva Mountain Cup Series, the La Sportiva Vail Trophy Challenge Race, was held on August 31 in the midst of a beautiful and sunny Labor Day weekend in the Rockies. Series overall leaders Shiloh Mielke and his older sister Meadow Tarves made the trip to Colorado from North Carolina in the hopes of keeping their lead and winning $5,000 each in prize money. Before the race Tarves said, “We both just bought houses and the money will really help!” Close in the standings were Bernie Boettcher, just two points back from Mielke and Laura Haefeli, nine points back from Tarves.

Kenyans Emerge Victorious at Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon in Virginia Beach

rnbjb — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 19:43:01 +0000

August 31, 2008 from press release (Virginia Beach, VA) Kenyans James Kwambai and Edith Masai were crowned champions today at the 8th Annual Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon in Virginia Beach. Kwambai, who also won the race in 2006, finished in 1:02:11, 22 seconds ahead of Ethiopian Tadesse Tola, who clocked in at 1:02:33.

Elite Field Set for Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon Virginia Beach

rnbjb — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:59:40 +0000

August 30, 2008 from press release (Virginia Beach, VA) An international field of elite athletes will take to the streets of Virginia Beach for the 8th Annual Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon on Sunday, August 31, 2008. The men's elite division will feature defending champion Haron Toroitich of Kenya.

Browne Set to Defend at USA 20K Championships

rnbjb — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:55:19 +0000

August 28, 2008 from USATF press release (INDIANAPOLIS, IN) Defending champion, Dan Browne (file photo from Men's Olympic Marathon Trials), from Beaverton, OR, returns to New Haven, CT for the USA 20K Championships in hopes of winning his fourth U.S. 20K title.

USA 100K Team Announced for 2008 World Cup in Italy

rnbjb — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:53:05 +0000

August 29, 2008 from USATF press release (INDIANAPOLIS) USA Track & Field has named the 2008 USA 100K Team which will compete at the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU) 100K World Cup on Saturday, November 8 in Tarquinia, Italy. This year's team includes some first-time members and also seasoned veterans. The following athletes will represent Team USA (in alpha order):

State of the Sport Part IV: Largest U.S. Road Races for 2007

rnbjb — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:30:53 +0000

August 29, 2008 from RunningUSA.com (California) Since 1986, Running USA's Road Running Information Center (RRIC) has compiled the largest road race rankings and an examination of its 1987 lists vs. its 2007 lists provides a snapshot of the sport's growth at the top end. For example, in 1987, the 100th largest U.S.

Ultra-runner Karl Meltzer Resumes Appalachian Trial Run Despite Injury

rnbjb — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:31:35 +0000

August 27, 2008 from press release (PARK CITY, UT) After four days off due to injury, Backcountry.com athlete Karl Meltzer is back on the run. Meltzer, 40, began his attempt to break the Appalachian Trail speed record (2,174 miles in less than 47 days 13 hours 31 minutes) on Aug. 5, 2008 at Mt. Katahdin, Me.

Regional Race Report: Patrick Henry Half Marathon (VA)

rnbjb — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:32:20 +0000

August 27, 2008 from www.runwashington.com (Virginia) Brian Shelton (photo) and Amanda Luksetich each won their first career half marathons at the Patrick Henry Half Marathon held in perfect summer running conditions in Ashland, VA. Temperatures were in the low 60s for the 7 a.m. race start.