Saturday April 19th, 2025
New Orleans, Louisiana
Distance: 10K
Offical Race Web Site
The Crescent City Classic isannual 10-kilometer race held in New Orleans, Louisiana,United States. Mac DeVaughn founded the Classic and held the first race in 1979. The race was originally held in the Fall, but the race is now held the Saturday before Easter.
The Classic is New Orleans’ (and the region’s) premier 10k road race, and one of the oldest 10k races in the nation. For over 40 years, it has combined world class competition, amateur participation and great fun for all participants. Starting in 1979 with 902 participants, the All state Sugar Bowl Crescent City Classic has grown to become the preeminent fitness event in Louisiana. This Easter Weekend Tradition is now, along with Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest, one of New Orleans signature events.
Each year, over 20,000 people gather in Downtown New Orleans for an event that attracts everyone from international Elite Athletes to those who walk the entire route carrying cocktails or wearing bunny suits. Young, old, fit and not so, the Crescent City Classic was the first 10k to be televised nationally, and is, to this day, perhaps the most fun you can have over 6.2 miles. The Classic has been praised in every major running publication as “one of America’s fastest 10k’s”, “the originator of the party race”, “an Easter Weekend tradition that should never be missed” and “a great race, on a beautiful course in America’s most unique city”.
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displays approximate race location · New Orleans LA 70112
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 31:09 | Evan Pardo | 22 | New Orleans, LA |
| 2nd Male | 31:33 | Bryant White Jr. | 26 | Westwego, LA |
| 3rd Male | 31:41 | Jarrett LeBlanc | 34 | Evangeline, LA |
| 4th Male | 31:58 | Hunter Appleton | 23 | Slidell, LA |
| Female | 36:06 | Kir Selert | 37 | New Orleans, LA |
| 2nd Female | 37:08 | Mikayla Tinkham | 26 | Schenectady, NY |
| 3rd Female | 37:53 | Tiel Westbrook | 31 | Richmond, VA |
| 4th Female | 38:17 | Michelle Parks | 40 | New OrleansNew |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 35:04 | Caleb Carmichael | 40 | Pensacola, FL |
| M 50-59 | 38:38 | Neil Turner | 50 | New Orleans, LA |
| M 60-69 | 43:11 | Jerry Lee Strong | 64 | New Orleans, LA |
| M 70+ | 55:00 | Roger Fell | 70 | Findlay, OH |
| F 40-49 | 39:21 | Grace Thacker | 42 | New Orleans, LA |
| F 50-59 | 48:42 | Wendy Ulrich | 54 | Melissa, TX |
| F 60-69 | 51:35 | Cynthia Travis | 62 | Monroe, LA |
| F 70+ | 1:08:50 | Rebecca Guercio | 71 | Metairie, LA |
This fast, point-to-point course is a USAT&F sanctioned and certified 10,000 meters. It starts in front of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Poydras St., proceeds down Poydras, bears left on Convenetion Center Blvd. then left onto Canal St., before continuing onto N Peters St., where it passes historical Jackson Square. Participants run throughthe French Quarter, past Cafe Du Monde and the French Market, before taking a left on Esplanade Ave. The course continues down beautiful Esplanade Ave. to the front of New Orleans City Park on City Park Ave. The remainder of the course takes place inside the park, passing by Storyland, before finishing on Lelong Ave. just beforethe New Orleans Museum of Art, exactly 6.2 miles from the start.
Key: Course record USATF Men's 10K championships
| Edition | Year | Men's winner | Time (m:s) | Women's winner | Time (m:s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1979 | Frank Shorter(USA) | 29:47 | Alicia Reese(USA) | 37:40 |
| 2nd | 1980 | Craig Virgin(USA) | 28:36 | Patti Catalano(USA) | 34:41 |
| 3rd | 1981 | Michael Musyoki(KEN) | 27:55 | Patti Catalano(USA) | 32:09 |
| 4th | 1982 | Michael Musyoki(KEN) | 27:49 | Mary Slaney(USA) | 32:51 |
| 5th | 1983 | Gidamis Shahanga(TAN) | 28:21 | Wendy Sly(ENG) | 31:29 |
| 6th | 1984 | Marcus Nenow(USA) | 27:23 | Mary O'Connor(NZL) | 32:29 |
| 7th | 1985 | Carlos Lopes(POR) | 28:17 | Wendy Sly(ENG) | 32:14 |
| 8th | 1986 | Arturo Barrios(MEX) | 28:16 | Lisa Ondieki(AUS) | 32:18 |
| 9th | 1987 | John Treacy(IRL) | 27:59 | Teresa Ornduff(USA) | 31:55 |
| 10th | 1988 | Matthews Motshwarateu(BOT) | 27:54 | Lynn Nelson(USA) | 32:14 |
| 11th | 1989 | Arturo Barrios(MEX) | 27:50 | Sylvia Mosqueda(USA) | 32:32 |
| 12th | 1990 | Gidamis Shahanga(TAN) | 28:37 | Judi St. Hilaire(USA) | 31:54 |
| 13th | 1991 | John Treacy(IRL) | 29:08 | Judi St. Hilaire(USA) | 32:34 |
| 14th | 1992 | Dominic Kirui(KEN) | 27:46 | Judi St. Hilaire(USA) | 32:21 |
| 15th | 1993 | Philemon Hanneck(ZIM) | 27:45 | Judi St. Hilaire(USA) | 31:56 |
| 16th | 1994 | William Sigei(KEN) | 27:24 | Judi St. Hilaire(USA) | 32:26 |
| 17th | 1995 | Keith Brantly(USA) | 29:12 | Delilah Asiago(KEN) | 33:02 |
| 18th | 1996 | Matt Giusto(USA) | 27:58 | Catherine Ndereba(KEN) | 32:26 |
| 19th | 1997 | Todd Williams(USA) | 28:50 | Paula Radcliffe(ENG) | 31:47 |
| 20th | 1998 | Simon Rono(KEN) | 27:27 | Jane Omoro(KEN) | 31:28 |
| 21st | 1999 | Joshua Chelanga(KEN) | 27:45 | Jane Ngotho(KEN) | 32:15 |
| 22nd | 2000 | James Kosgei(KEN) | 27:37 | Colleen De Reuck(RSA) | 31:58 |
| 23rd | 2001 | James Kosgei(KEN) | 28:31 | Elana Meyer(RSA) | 32:07 |
| 24th | 2002 | Sammy Kipketer(KEN) | 27:10 | Lornah Kiplagat(KEN) | 31:45 |
| 25th | 2003 | John Korir(KEN) | 28:14 | Isabella Ochichi(KEN) | 31:23 |
| 26th | 2004 | Nelson Kiplagat(KEN) | 28:24 | Isabella Ochichi(KEN) | 31:36 |
| 27th | 2005 | Sammy Kipketer(KEN) | 27:47 | Isabella Ochichi(KEN) | 30:27 |
| 28th | 2006 | Gilbert Okari(KEN) | 27:49 | Isabella Ochichi(KEN) | 30:54 |
| 29th | 2007 | George Kirwa(KEN) | 28:15 | Teyba Erkesso(ETH) | 32:08 |
| 30th | 2008 | Moses Kigen(KEN) | 27:44 | Genoveva Kigen(KEN) | 32:11 |
| 31st | 2009 | Mark Kiptoo(KEN) | 28:18 | Lineth Chepkurui(KEN) | 32:24 |
| 32nd | 2010 | Tilahun Regassa(ETH) | 28:05 | Lineth Chepkurui(KEN) | 30:45 |
| 33rd | 2011 | Belete Assefa(ETH) | 28:14 | Wude Ayalew(ETH) | 31:36 |
| 34th | 2012 | Solomon Deksisa(ETH) | 28:14 | Genoveva Kigen(KEN) | 32:18 |
| 35th | 2013 | Isiah Koech(KEN) | 27:32 | Alice Kimutai(KEN) | 31:51 |
| 36th | 2014 | Leonard Komon(KEN) | 27:44 | Risper Gesabwa(KEN) | 31:43 |
| 37th | 2015 | John Muritu(KEN) | 28:56 | Hiwot Ayalew(ETH) | 31:55 |
| 38th | 2016 | John Muritu(KEN) | 28:02 | Buze Diriba(ETH) | 31:57 |
| 39th | 2017 | Jake Robertson(NZL) | 27:55 | Mamitu Daska(ETH) | 32:19 |
Tuesday April 22nd, 2025
Des Moines, Iowa
Distance: 1 Mile
Offical Race Web Site
The Grand Blue Mile was created by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and the Drake Relays to encourage healthy habits and empower positive change. Held annually since 2010, the Grand Blue Mile has hosted more than 30,000 participants from 26 states, six countries, and four continents.
The annual event brings friends and families together to celebrate wellness through a one-mile street run in Downtown Des Moines suited for all ages and abilities.
From competitive to recreational, there?s something for everyone at the Grand Blue Mile.
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 4:02 | Sam Prakel | Versailles, OH | |
| 2nd Male | 4:03 | Casey Comber | Baltimore, MD | |
| 3rd Male | 4:03 | Vincent Ciattei | Baltimore, MD | |
| 4th Male | 4:04 | Nick Randazzo | Ventura, CA | |
| Female | 4:28 | Nikki Hiltz | Flagstaff, CA | |
| 2nd Female | 4:28 | Sinclaire Johnson | Portland, OR | |
| 3rd Female | 4:31 | Addy Wiley | Huntington, IN | |
| 4th Female | 4:31 | Colleen Quigley | St. Louis, OR |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Grand Blue Mile officials from Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Drake Relays have announced the USA Track & Field (USATF) one-mile road championships will remain a part of the annual Grand Blue Mile through 2023.
The prestigious USATF 1 Mile Road Championships elevate the elite-level competition of the Grand Blue Mile and will annually attract Olympians and world championship participants from across the country to vie for a national title and share of the $30,000 prize purse.
“We are honored and privileged to welcome back the USATF 1 Mile Road Championships through 2023,” said Chris Verlengia, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s senior brand marketing manager and Grand Blue Mile co-race director. “By extending our longstanding partnership, USATF has cemented Grand Blue Mile’s status asthedefinitive showcase for America’s best milers, and we’re humbled to have hosted more 1 Mile Road Championships than any other race in the nation.”
Early entrants for the 2020 USATF 1 Mile Road Championships at Grand Blue Mile include defending men’s championTripp Hurt and 2018 champion Riley Masters. In the women’s race, the 2018 Grand Blue Mile champion, Emily Lipari, will join 2019 runner-up and three-time champion Heather Kampf.
“Like the Drake Relays, the Grand Blue Mile has become a destination for the world’s greatest athletes,” said Blake Boldon, Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays. “As we look to the next decade of this special event, we’re proud to solidify our partnership with Wellmark to bring America’s most accomplished middle-distance runners, alongside participants of all ages and abilities, to Downtown Des Moines.”
In 2019, more than 30 track and field stars competed for the national title and share of the prize purse at the Grand Blue Mile. Hurt won the men’s championship with a time of 4:04. The women’s championship, and new women’s course record, was captured by Nikki Hiltz in a time of 4:30.
Saturday April 26th, 2025
Cleveland, OH
Distance: 10 Miles
Offical Race Web Site
Since its inception in 2005, the Hermes Cleveland 10 Miler has grown to become the premier ten mile road race in Northeast Ohio.Each year, this outstanding race features over 2,000 runners and spectators in both the individual and relay events.
This unique course takes competitors on a journey that starts at beautiful Edgewater Park along Lake Erie, then tours some of Cleveland’s historic westside neighborhoods including the city of Lakewood.The race is completed with runners and spectators enjoying a post race celebration including hot breakfast, music and more!
The 10 Miler was created to help train for many marathons being run in May. The inaugural race took place on Sunday, April 28th. The race started and finished downtown at the House of Blues. The first year featured over 1,400 participants.
Hermes Sports & Events is named after Hermes, the winged-footed messenger god of classical mythology. Hermes was the Son of Zeus and Maia, daughter of the Titan Atlas. He wore wings on his sandals as a sign of his swiftness. Hermes was a young athletic man and is credited for inventing foot racing. We at Hermes continue in his name to carry out and expand on the legend of foot racing.
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displays approximate race location · Cleveland OH 44113
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 57:37 | Jeffrey Bonezzi | 36 | Rocky River, OH |
| 2nd Male | 58:44 | Jonathan Zappala | 35 | Lakewood, OH |
| 3rd Male | 1:00:48 | Tristan Vaughan | 24 | Homerville, OH |
| 4th Male | 1:00:59 | Kenneth Janosko | 32 | Mentor, OH |
| Female | 1:03:07 | Amber Kemmann | 15 | Brunswick, OH |
| 2nd Female | 1:03:49 | Jessica Zangmeister | 33 | Fairview Park, OH |
| 3rd Female | 1:05:48 | Stacey Billig | 31 | Canton, OH |
| 4th Female | 1:11:01 | Natosha Eyer | 39 | Elyria, OH |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 1:06:07 | Adam Ciroli | 40 | Medina, OH |
| M 50-59 | 1:09:41 | Douglas Basinski | 53 | Pittsburgh, PA |
| M 60-69 | 1:21:36 | Neil Dostal | 62 | Cleveland, OH |
| M 70+ | 1:19:21 | Randy Barkacs | 72 | Amherst, OH |
| F 40-49 | 1:17:50 | Molly Stout | 41 | Shaker Heights, |
| F 50-59 | 1:25:03 | Michelle Zuponcic | 52 | Mantua, OH |
| F 60-69 | 1:23:50 | Connie Brys | 61 | Painesville, OH |
| F 70+ | 1:52:26 | Cynthia Wildman | 71 | South Euclid, OH |
Saturday April 26th, 2025
Louisville, Kentucky
Distance: Marathon · Mini Marathon
Offical Race Web Site
The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon and mini Marathon presented by Walmart and Humana Vitality has grown from a small local road race into the largest day of road racing in Kentucky history. Runners from all 50 states and several foreign countries annually complete the scenic 13.1- and 26.2-mile courses that start and finish in downtown Louisville.
Both races share the same start and finish lines, with runners from both races staying on the same course until Marathon runners split off at the 11-mile marker. Large and enthusiastic crowds line the sidewalks along the route, and volunteers handle duties ranging from race registration to handing out bottled water and orange slices. The course is scenic, yet challenging, including a hilly stretch through Iroquois Park and passing through historic Churchill Downs race course...
The resounding feedback from runners is organization, support and volunteers. That’s why they come back year after year. JoAnne Dewer from Indianapolis summed it up: “I’ve run great races all over the country and right in my own back yard. Never have I seen an event that was so well organized. Incredible volunteers … they’re everywhere! And there’s no better crowd than a Louisville crowd,” Dewer exclaimed. “I’ll continue to travel around to other races, but the mini is one I’ll always come back to.”
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displays approximate race location · Louisville KY 40210
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:26:12 | Antonio Marchi | 35 | Lexington , KY US |
| 2nd Male | 2:44:26 | Brandon Page | 33 | Louisville , KY US |
| 3rd Male | 2:46:42 | Adam Togami | 29 | New Albany , IN US |
| 4th Male | 2:48:15 | Nathan Kuck | 29 | Royal Oak , MI US |
| Female | 2:51:27 | Caroline Gosser | 27 | Louisville , KY US |
| 2nd Female | 2:57:44 | Anna Wells | 23 | Louisville , KY US |
| 3rd Female | 3:00:52 | Jennifer Karkoska | 33 | Hanover , MD US |
| 4th Female | 3:14:43 | Abby Petter | 42 | Louisville , KY US |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 2:53:55 | Greg Chaganos | 42 | Skokie , IL US |
| M 50-59 | 3:05:27 | Steven Money | 52 | La Center , WA US |
| M 60-69 | 3:36:31 | Yushe Chen | 61 | Carmel , IN US |
| M 70+ | 4:01:23 | Choctaw Badgett | 73 | Lewisport , KY US |
| F 40-49 | 3:14:43 | Abby Petter | 42 | Louisville , KY US |
| F 50-59 | 3:51:07 | Kyoko Yamamoto | 50 | Knoxville , TN US |
| F 60-69 | 4:17:27 | Margaret Johnson | 60 | Louisville , KY US |
| F 70+ | 5:09:48 | Jan Melton | 72 | Roswell , NM US |
Kentucky Half Classic
It can be hard to determine which half marathon you want to run in the spring. To make it easier, Run The Bluegrass Half Marathon in Lexington and the Kentucky Derby Festivalmini Marathon in Louisville have teamed up and are encouraging runners to do both!
Now you can run the picturesque horse farms of Lexington including Donamire Farm,Stone street Farm and Keeneland along with great urban attractions in Louisville such as Louisville Slugger, the University of Louisville campus, Churchill Downs and more.
United States Track and Field Sanctioned Course and Event
NOTE: All participants must maintain no more than a 13:45 minute per mile pace for the full Marathon or a 15:00 minute per mile in the half Marathon.
Saturday April 26th, 2025
Champaign, IL
Distance: Marathon · Half Marathon · Marathon Relay · 10K · 5K · 1 Mile
Offical Race Web Site
The Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon offers a beautiful, scenic tour of the University of Illinois campus, revitalized downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, and an awesome paved park trail. Thousands of friendly, fun fans and volunteers from Champaign-Urbana line the course, exuding Midwest hospitality.
You'll find first-class race shirts, medals, food, and fanfare. Enjoy a spectacular finish at the 50-yard-line of the University's historic Memorial Stadium and attend the rockin'post race 28th-Mile Celebrate Victory Bash right outside the stadium. Live music, free beer, bragging rights.
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displays approximate race location ·
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:13:38 | Darren Barnes | ||
| 2nd Male | 2:19:33 | Thomas Strang | ||
| 3rd Male | 2:29:46 | Jaime Marcos | ||
| 4th Male | 2:30:32 | Dan Froeschle | ||
| Female | 2:20:35 | Nancy Barasch | ||
| 2nd Female | 2:21:28 | BRITTANY WEDEKING | ||
| 3rd Female | 2:57:58 | Alexis Dorsey | ||
| 4th Female | 2:59:03 | Brisa McGrath |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 2:19:33 | Thomas Strang | ||
| M 50-59 | 3:04:52 | Christopher Allen | ||
| M 60-69 | 3:45:44 | Jeffrey Taylor | ||
| M 70+ | 4:47:01 | Marlin Weekley | ||
| F 40-49 | 3:24:09 | Kelly Cunningham | ||
| F 50-59 | 3:37:13 | Suzanne Rinehart | ||
| F 60-69 | 5:15:17 | Paula Rawlings |
All of the races start and finish on campus of the University of Illinois — home of the Fighting Illinii.
The course Marathon
The race starts near State Farm Center, runs through campus, loops through Urbana, back through campus, out into Champaign, and finishes on the 50-yard line of Memorial Stadium.
MARATHON PRIZE MONEY: $12,800 for 2020 (includes $500 bonus prize money each for first male and first female Illinois resident). Course record bonus is $500.
HALF MARATHON PRIZE MONEY: $3,100 for 2020. Course record bonus is $200.
This is a great tour of New Orleans. What is very unique is that Commemorative Race Posters are given to the Top 500 Finishers, a unique Crescent City Classic award tradition. I have won two and they look great and mine is hanging above my fireplace.