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The 2012 New England Runner Pub Series is off to a grand start, with 231 runners braving the cool & rainy weather for An Ra’s Mo’r and Doyles respectively. If your name does not appear below, please email us at nerunner@comcast.net. If you plan on running 5/6 or 6/6 races …
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Ryan Hall, RI’s Kim Smith Signed to NYC Marathon
Two-time Olympian and American Record-holder Ryan Hall Announced on ING New York City Marathon Opening Day Presented by ASICS New Zealand Olympian and decorated record-holder Kim Smith will also compete in 2012 ING New York City Marathon Broadcast live from Columbus Circle on ABC7 and tv.nyrr.org, event features …
Read More »Dave McGillivray Finishes 40th Boston at Midnight
Just a little brite – Race Director Dave McGilllivray ran his 40th consecutive Boston Marathon – at night, after directing it – crossing the finish line at midnight Monday. Photo attached with tape being held by Tom Grilk, Executive Director of the BAA, and McGillivray’s son Max. McGillivray has …
Read More »Neely Spence Joining Hanson’s Brooks
NEELY SPENCE JOINS HANSONS-BROOKS By David Monti (c) 2012 Race Results Weekly, all rights reserved (used with permission) PHOTO: Neely Spence hugging her father Steve after winning the 2010 NCAA D-II cross country title (20-Apr) — For the first time in her life, Neely Spence will be …
Read More »Korir A Heat Seeking Missile at Boston
KORIR PREVAILS IN HEAT AT BOSTON MARATHON By Chris Lotsbom (c) 2012 Race Results Weekly, all rights reserved (used with permission) BOSTON (16-Apr) -- For Kenyan Wesley Korir, heat and humidity turned into a blessing in disguise here at the 116th Boston Marathon. With temperatures rising into the upper 80F …
Read More »Cherop’s Late Surge Wins Boston Women’s Race
WITH LATE SURGE, CHEROP CLAIMS BOSTON MARATHON TITLE By David Monti (c) 2012 Race Results Weekly, all rights reserved (used with permission) BOSTON (16-Apr) -- The sun was hot, and Kenya's Sharon Cherop's face was beaded with sweat, her red adidas uniform completely soaked. She and compatriot Jemima Jelagat Sumgong …
Read More »Breakdown of $137.5 Million Generated by Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon Weekend 2012 will mean $137.5 million for Greater Boston economy BOSTON, April 11, 2012 – The 116th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 16, 2012 will bring $137.5 million in spending impact to the Greater Boston region, according to Greater Boston Convention & Visitor Bureau (GBCVB) President …
Read More »McGillivray Marks 25th Year, 40th Running Boston
Dave McGillivray Marks 25 Years with B.A.A. Boston Marathon Featured recently in RunnerÛªs World as the ÛÏBoston WranglerÛ, McGillivray also will run marathon for 40th consecutive time BOSTON (April 11, 2012) ÛÒ Dave McGillivray will mark his 25th year with the B.A.A. Boston Marathon this Monday – 13 …
Read More »All Eyes On Boston As Geoffrey Mutai Ready to Roll!
Boston Marathon Champions Returning to Boston Class of 1972 Women Among Those To Be Honored. Joan Samuelson Joins Boston Marathon Field. Meb Keflezighi to Serve as Grand Marshal. BOSTON ÛÓ The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced that several former champions of the Boston Marathon will be …
Read More »World Class Field Lining Up for B.A.A. 5K/Mile
Top Athletes Head to Boston to compete in B.A.A. 5K and B.A.A. Mile on Boston Marathon® weekend Boston ÛÓ The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced that some of the fastest distance runners in the world will be taking part in the fourth annual B.A.A. 5K and B.A.A. …
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