WOMEN'S DEATH IN LONDON MARATHON LEADS TO DONATIONS AVALANCHE By David Monti (c) 2012 Race Results Weekly, all rights reserved (Used with permission) (24-Apr) -- The charity for which the fallen runner at last Sunday's Virgin London Marathon was running has received a massive surge in donations, presently topping £355,370 …
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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 »Reactions to USATF-CEO Selection
Race Results Weekly NOTE ON THE NEWS - REACTIONS TO USATF CEO SELECTION Here is a sampling of reactions to yesterday's announcement that marketing consultant Max Siegel had been chosen as the new USA Track & Field chief executive officer after a 16 month search. Alan Abrahamson, 3 Wire Sports: …
Read More »Mary Keitany Sets Kenyan 26.2 Record at London Marathon
DOMINANT LONDON MARATHON VICTORIES FOR KENYANS KEITANY, KIPSANG By David Monti (c) 2012 Race Results Weekly, all rights reserved (used with permission) (London Marathon with Big Ben in the background by Jiro Mochizuki/photrun.net) LONDON (22-Apr) -- Weather forecasters had originally predicted storms for this morning's Virgin London Marathon here, but …
Read More »Max Siegal Named New CEO of USATF
INDIANAPOLIS ÛÒ USA Track & FieldÛªs board of directors has selected Max Siegel to serve as CEO, President and Chair Stephanie Hightower announced Monday. The board voted unanimously to hire Siegel after two CEO searches that took place over the course of 16 months. He will become the fourth CEO …
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 …
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