April 2008
Regional Race Preview: Inaugural Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend for 2009
Regional Event: New England Runner 2008 Pub Series
Regional Race Report: Ford's Colony 8K Run (Williamsburg, VA)
Regional Race Preview: Jesse Owens Track and Field Classic May 2 & 3 in Ohio
Parker's Kris Lawson Wins Big Sur international Marathon
CARMEL, Calif. - (April 27, 2008) - The 23rd Big Sur International Marathon on Sunday concluded in spectacular fashion with a postcard perfect day, nearly 8,000 event participants and flawless execution.
Annual Tri The Creek Sprint Triathlon Set For June 21
The annual Tri the Creek Spring Triathlon, rated at the best event of its kind in Colorado, will be held on Saturday, June 21 at Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora. Hosted by The Denver Athletic Club, it is expected to draw up to 500 participants for the 8 a.m. start.
Running Events on the Fast Track in Gunnison-Crested Butte Colorado
GUNNISON-CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO (April 23, 2008) — The trails that have made Gunnison-Crested Butte, Colorado, world renowned for mountain bikers also are a haven for runners. From mid-May, when snows gradually begins receding to reveal a carpet of wildflowers, to early October, when the aspen have concluded their stunning fall show, trails in the area always astound with their beauty.
De Reuck, Wade capture USA Masters 10K titles
2004 U.S. Olympian Colleen De Reuck (Boulder, CO) and 2008 USA Masters Cross Country Champion Sean Wade (Houston, TX), led all contenders at the USA Masters 10K Championships, hosted by The Texas Round-Up Festival on Saturday in Austin, TX.
Laux holds on for victory at Cherry Creek Sneak (Rocky Mtn News)
While Nelson Laux (left, photo by John Leyba/Denver Post) had some company he couldn't shake during the 26th Cherry Creek Sneak on Sunday, Danielle Korb was all by herself. Laux ran nearly the entire 5-mile course with Payton Batliner before Laux broke away with less than a half-mile remaining to win the elite race in 24 minutes, 40 seconds, while Batliner finished second in 24:45.
Kenya and Russia Claim top Marks at Country Music Marathon
Kenya's Sylvester Chebii, 26, won the ninth annual Country Music Marathon in a time of 2:14:2. In the women's race, Svetlana Ponomarenko, 38, from Russia outkicked defending champion Olena Shurkhno, 30, from the Ukraine, finishing in 2:30:33.
De Reuck, Wade capture USA Masters 10K titles at Texas Round-Up
Kenya and Russia Claim top Marks at Country Music Marathon
Regional Race Report: DARCARS Pike's Peek 10K (Rockville, MD)
2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials-Women's Marathon Ends in Historic Fashion
One-hour highlight show to air on Sunday, April 27 on MSNBC
Boston, MA -- On a spectacular Sunday morning in Boston, the top female marathoners in the United States put forth an historic performance.
2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials-Women's Marathon Ends in Historic Fashion
April 25, 2008
From press release
One-hour highlight show to air on Sunday, April 27 on MSNBC
Regional Race Preview: Columbus (OH) 10K
112th Boston Marathon is One for the Ages
April 25, 2008
From press release
Race available on-demand at WCSN.com for the next 12 months
Desert RATS Trail Running Festival 10M (Fruita, CO)
Starting at the Mack trailhead on the Kokopelli's trail just west of Fruita, the Desert RATS Trail Running Festival consisted of a 50M and 25M on Saturday, April 19 as well as a 10M and 5M on Sunday the 20th.
Chevron Houston Marathon Event Raises $1.26 Million for Charity
Colorado Marathon Brings Tourists, Revenue to Fort Collins
Fort Collins, Colorado – The Colorado Marathon, which will hold its 7th annual race on Sunday, May 4, 2008, has emerged as not only a world-class running event, but also a significant contributor to tourism and the economy in Fort Collins.
USATFColorado: Notice of Elections of Officers & Sport Committee Chairs
USATFColorado
Notice of Elections of Officers & Sport Committee Chairs
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 • 7:30 pm
National Jewish Medical Center - Heitler Hall
1400 Jackson St, Denver, CO
Bank of America Chicago Marathon Registration Closes
Boathouse Sports Announces Facebook.com Challenge
Texas Round Up 10K Announces USATF National Masters 10K Championships Field
2008 World Marathon Majors Series Continues With Boston
2008 World Marathon Majors Series Continues With Boston
April 22, 2008
From press release
41 Local Charities Use the Colfax Marathon to Raise Funds
DENVER – APRIL 22, 2008 - When the Colorado Colfax Marathon debuted in 2006, MetroCareRing, an organization that provides food and basic necessities to over 9,000 Denver and Aurora families in need, found a fun opportunity to raise funds to help keep its pantry shelves stocked. They put five relay teams together and in a matter of months raised $10,000 for their organization.
Colorado Running Hall of Fame announces 2008 Inductees
DENVER April 21, 2008 - The Colorado Running Hall of Fame (CRHF) Selection Committee announces the 2008 inductees into the Colorado Running Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be held Wednesday evening, May 14, 2008, at the Denver Athletic Club. The ceremony will be free and open to the public.
Reed, Ertel Earn Beijing Triathlon Team Spots with Wins at U.S. Olympic Trials
April 21, 2008
From press release
TUSCALOOSA, AL (April 19, 2008) -- Matt Reed and Julie Swail Ertel simply could not be denied in earning their first Olympic berths in triathlon with wins at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Saturday.
The pair joined Beijing-bound Jarrod Shoemaker and Laura Bennett, who qualified for the team at the first qualifier last September.
Olympic Triathlon Berths for Ertel and Reed
Matt Reed of Boulder, CO (left) and Julie Swail Ertel simply could not be denied in earning their first Olympic berths in triathlon with wins at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Saturday.
Kastor Rallies to Win U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Women's Marathon; Lew Boulet and Russell make team
(From USATF / Running USA press release, April 20, 2008) BOSTON - A nearly insurmountable deficit could not deter American record holder Deena Kastor as she led fellow Californians Magdalena Lewy Boulet and Blake Russell onto the Olympic Team, Sunday at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Women's Marathon.
Regional Race Report: LAWS Run for Shelter (Leesburg, VA)
Greenland Trail 50K, 25K, 8M
The Greenland Trail 50K, 25K and 8M has become known as one of the best early season trail races in Colorado. The fourth annual race was one of the best to date. Normally plagued by poor weather or trail conditions, the 2008 version greeted runners with dry trails and clear skies.
Regional Race Report: Greenland Trail 50K, 25K, 8M (Greenland, CO)
Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon 10K Modifies Course, Makes Improvements to Accommodate Growth
Fort Collins Mayor, City Manager to act as Colorado Marathon Starters
Fort Collins Mayor and City Manager Named Guests of Honor, Starters for Colorado Marathon, “America’s Most Scenic Course”
7th annual event one of nation’s fastest marathon race courses, one of the largest events in Fort Collins
Regional Race Report: Records Fall at Dole Great Race of Agoura Hills (CA)
Samuelson Elected to USOC Hall of Fame
Regional Race Preview: Patriots' Cup Corporate Challenge 8K (Fairfax, VA)
Slowtwitch.com to Provide Live Updates from Olympic Trials (+ profiles)
From press release
TUSCALOOSA, AL (April 14, 2008) -- Slowtwitch.com a leader in online multisport news and information, will be providing live updates from this weekend's 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials in Tuscaloosa, AL.
The races are set for 12 noon (women) and 2:30 p.m. (men) Central Time on Saturday, April 19.
Michael Wardian's Long Surge Secures USA 100K Men's Title and Course Record
RRCA Convention to be held in Cincinnati
PowerBar Announces 2008-2009 PowerBar Team EliteSponsored Athlete Roster
April 14, 2008
From press release.
GLENDALE, CA (March 31, 2008) - PowerBar today announced the new 2008-2009 PowerBar Team EliteTM roster featuring more than 11,500 members and approximately 50 Olympic hopefuls. PowerBar Team Elite is a grassroots sponsorship program that partners with individual athletes, teams, nutritionists, coaches and sports influencers throughout the country.
Regional Race Report: Horsetooth Half Marathon (Fort Collins, CO)
Ryan Hall Takes Fifth at Flora London Marathon
Lel and Mikitenko Win Flora London Marathon---World Marathon Majors Update
ATF Newswire: 2008 Flora London Marathon
2008 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K Kicks Off Running Season in Chicago
More than 22,600 runners completed the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K in Chicago on Sunday. Topping the field were Ohio's Brian Olinger in 23:09 and Annie Gasway from Gurnee, IL in 29:03. Click here for more.
Photo: Chicago's Carlos Viramontes, 43, (#649) battles another runner to finish this year's race just under 32:00
WCSN.COM to Provide Live Webcast of the Flora London Marathon
April 10, 2008
From press release.
Encore Showing of 2007 London Marathon and Highlights of 2008 London Marathon to Air on WCSN TV
Nike Join Bank of American Chicago Marathon
Eugene Marathon Announces the 26 Legends of Eugene
