National News
USA Triathlon Goes Green with FitPlanet Partnership
January 8, 2009 from press release (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) USA Triathlon has expanded its "GoGreen" Initiative and its efforts to offer members access to environmentally friendly events by partnering with Athletes for a Fit Planet in 2009.
‘More Magic’ At Largest Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
January 7, 2009 from press release (LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL) Runners and guests at the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA can experience “More Magic” at this year’s event through new interactive features designed to create a more immersive Disney-themed marathon experience.
2008 Colorado Runner Race Of The Year
January 7, 2009 from Colorado Runner The Bolder Boulder 10K has become an institution in the state of Colorado. It is a right of passage for all runners. After 30 years, this Memorial Day Extravaganza has taken on a life of it’s own.
Gebrselassie Ready for Next Week's Dubai Marathon
January 7, 2008 from press release by Pat Butcher Haile Gebrselassie [file photo] doesn't need to make a New Year's resolution in order to break another world record. For a start, the Ethiopian New Year begins on September 11, "So we don't celebrate the European New Year," said the man himself yesterday, by phone from his home in Addis Ababa.
Preview: 2009 Chevron Houston Marathon
January 6, 2009 from press release (HOUSTON, TX) Fresh off a fourth-place finish at the 2008 Olympic Marathon in Beijing, Deriba Merga (ETH) has committed to the January 18 running of the 2009 Chevron Houston Marathon. Merga's performance in China (2:10:21) was part of an impressive year of running for the 28-year-old from Nekemte, Ethiopia.
Regional Race Preview: 5430 Sports Triathlons (CO)
Registration for the 2009 summer series of 5430 Sports triathlons opens on January 1. The races have all sold out early in previous years, “And, we expect the races to sell out even earlier this year,” says Barry Siff, Owner of 5430 Sports.
Marine Corps Marathon Announces 2009 Event Series Schedule
January 5, 2009 from Running USA wire (QUANTICO VA) The Marine Corps Marathon Event Series returns in 2009 with old favorites and exciting new races. The MCM Event Series, held aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, welcomes the military community and is open to the general public.
Quigley, Aliyu Welcome the New Year with Wins at the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run
January 5, 2009 From NYRR/Running USA wire (NEW YORK NY) Freezing winter weather failed to deter more than 5,000 runners from getting a healthy start to the new year at the 30th Emerald Nuts Midnight Run in Central Park. In addition to a four mile run, the event featured a dance party, costume contest, parade and spectacular fireworks.
PRRO Circuit Eases Bonus Purse Eligibility Rules
January 5, 2009 from Running USA wire - The Professional Road Running Organization (PRRO) Circuit has adopted new eligibility rules for runners planning to compete for the 2008-09 PRRO Circuit Bonus Purse ($35,000).
Welcome 2009
Happy New Year! Around the country many runners closed out 2008 with a run and others---like these folks at the New Year Run 5K in Chicago---started their year off with a celebratory run. Now is the time to start thinking about your 2009 race schedule - be sure to check our online calendar to find an event that fits your training schedule. If you are an Event Director, don't forget to add your 2009 listing to our online calendar - it's free!
Dobriskey, Soos, Olinger to Celebrate the Countdown to 2009 at the 31st Emerald Nuts Midnight Run in Central Park on December 31
December 30, 2008 from Running USA wire (NEW YORK NY) British Olympians Lisa Dobriskey and Ricky Soos and NCAA All-American Brian Olinger lead a competitive field and more than 5,000 participants that will ring in the new year at the 31st Emerald Nuts Midnight Run on Wednesday, December 31 in Central Park.
Stu Mittleman Inducted into American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame
December 30, 2008 from press release Stu Mittleman began his ultra career inauspiciously in 1978, running a modest 6:11 for 50 miles in the Metropolitan 50 Mile in Central Park, New York City. Within two years, he had notched his first national class ultra performance, running 3:52 for 60K.
2009 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon sells out with 35,000 entries
December 27, 2008 from press release (INDIANAPOLIS IN) The 500 Festival announced today the 33rd running of the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon has sold out with 35,000 entries. The event is schedule for May 2, 2009. Participants from all 50 states and 9 countries have registered. Entries postmarked on or before, December 26, 2008, will be accepted.
Best Wishes Throughout the Holidays!
For those who still have some last minute shopping, we always recommend supporting local specialty running stores. There are several races across the country, check our online National Calendar for a listing near you and you can also click on the Go To a Publication Near You link at the top to find links to several regional running magazines from across the country. If you are an Event Director, don't forget to add your 2009 listing to our online calendar - it's free!
---The Running Network LLC wishes you a wonderful and safe holiday!
CIGNA Falmouth Road Race Announces Challenge For A Free Trip To The 2009 Race
December 22, 2008 from press release On your mark, get set, go! Enter to win the second annual “CIGNA Falmouth Road Race Challenge” national essay contest. As of Jan. 1, CIGNA will begin accepting entries to win an all-expense-paid trip, valued up to $5,000[1], to participate in the CIGNA Falmouth Road Race Aug. 9, 2009 in Falmouth, MA.
USATF Amends Headphone Rule
December 22, 2008 from USATF press release (INDIANAPOLIS IN) USA Track & Field has amended Rule 144.3, which pertains to the use of headphones and other electronic devices, to enable race directors to choose to allow the use of headphones by runners in non-championship races.
Regional Race Report: Rudolph's Revenge 5K/10K (CO)
December 22, 2008 from Colorado Runner A record crowd of just over 600 runners gathered at Chatfield State Park for the fourth running of Rudolph's Revenge, the first race in the Winter Distance Series.
Regional Race Preview: Rudolph's Revenge 5K/10K in CO this Saturday
December 19, 2008 from Colorado Runner (Littleton, CO) Rudolph's Revenge is a 5K and 10K run/walk at Chatfield State Park in Littleton, CO. This race is the first race in the Winter Distance Series. The other two events are Frosty's Frozen Five and the Snowman Stampede.
USA Triathlon Announces Course Changes for Duathlon Nationals
December 18, 2008 from press release (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) USA Triathlon and Richmond Sports Backers have announced changes to the race course for the 2009 USAT Short Course Duathlon National Championship being held in Richmond, Va., April 26. The championship is part of the second annual National Duathlon Festival that features eight duathlon races over two days (April 25-26).
The 10 Best Moments for U.S. Distance Running in 2008
December 18, 2008 By Ryan Lamppa, Running USA wire (CA) Since 2001, U.S. distance running has produced some noteworthy and historic achievements, particularly compared to its status the years before 2001, and 2008 was another year of achievement and outside powerhouses Kenya and Ethiopia, no country had a better year than the USA if one considers the entire sport. In 2008, U.S.
