Jon Buel
Race route: Beall Ln to Hanley Rd to Ross Ln to Old Military to Old Stage to Taylor to Grant thru Twin Creeks to Haskell to Pine to Thru Jackson Creek EST.
Gasparilla Distance Classic
Sunday February 23rd, 2025
Tampa, Florida
Distance: Half Marathon · 15K · 5K
Offical Race Web Site
Run through the city streets of this city overlooking the waters of Tampa, Florida’s Hillsborough Bay at the Gasparilla Distance Classic, which includes a full slate of running events for runners at all levels, including a half marathon, 8K, 15K and 5K.
Mostly fast and flat and great for beginners, the race’s half marathon and 8K races take place on Sunday, while the 15K and 5K races are run on Saturday. The race also features a slew of challenge and team events.
Organized by the Gasparilla Distance Classic Association to raise funding for the Challenged Athletes Foundation, the race saw more than 20,000 runners and walkers come out to take the streets of Tampa over the two-day weekend.
From the starting line in downtown Tampa at the corner of Platt and Parker Streets, the half marathon — presented by Publix — takes the field on a winding course, the first half of which follows a circuitous route around Davis Island, which lies just to the southwest of downtown.
After running southward along Channel Drive, which runs alongside the waters of the city’s Seddon Channel, the course then runs around the southern end of the island and back toward downtown across the Davis Islands Bridge for the second half of the race.
Most of this stretch takes runners along Bayshore Boulevard, with the open expanse of the gorgeously scenic Hillsborough Bay over the runners’ shoulders in both directions. The course takes runners all the way out to the intersection with West Julia Street, and then turns around and heads back along Bayshore to the finish line.
Participants in the half marathon will be expected to keep a pace of 16 minutes per mile or better, as the roadways will close for race participants and re-open to traffic after 4 hours. If they haven’t completed the first five miles by 7:20 AM — the scheduled starting time for the half is 6:00 AM – runners will be asked to move to the sidewalk in order to finish their race.
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Prize Money: $20,000
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displays approximate race location · East Lake-Orient Park FL
Gasparilla Distance Classic, Race Date: 2025-02-23, Distance: Half Marathon
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 1:08:31 | Grant Colligan | 29 | Lakewood , CO |
| 2nd Male | 1:08:37 | Trevor Wysong | 27 | St. Petersburg , FL |
| 3rd Male | 1:08:41 | Nicholas Deamer | 24 | Summerville , SC |
| 4th Male | 1:09:18 | jordan payne | 26 | Philadelphia , PA |
| Female | 1:16:27 | Meaghan Strum | 36 | Halifax , NS |
| 2nd Female | 1:18:49 | Christina Welsh | 28 | St. Petersburg , FL |
| 3rd Female | 1:19:07 | Aspen Gordon | 23 | Tampa , FL |
| 4th Female | 1:19:17 | Alicia Belko | 30 | Palm Harbor , FL |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association, established in 1978, is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated specifically to raising funds for charitable youth organizations and running programs in the Tampa Bay area. It’s mission is carried out through the administration of the annual Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend and Jr. Gasparilla Distance Classic. $4.4 Million Donated To Date!
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association takes great pride in its mission. Since the first running of the Gasparilla Distance Classic in February, 1978, $4.4 million has been donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa, Girls Inc. of Pinellas, The Friends of Tampa Parks & Recreation and youth running related programs.
Thank you to the City of Tampa, Publix Super Markets, Gasparilla’s event sponsors, volunteers and every one of the 635,000+ participants that since 1978, that have crossed the Finish Line!
About the course
The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Half Marathonfeatures an out and back course on beautiful Bayshore Boulevard, finishing on Bayshore Boulevardat the foot of the Platt Street Bridge.
START
- Platt St. & Bayshore Boulevard
- Platt to Plant
- Plant Ave to Davis Is. via Davis Island egress bridge
- East Davis to Arbor
- Arbor to Columbia
- Columbia to Barbados
- Barbados to Channel
- Channel to South Davis
- South Davis toroundaboutat West Davis
- West Davis to East Davis
- South lane of East Davis off of Island via access ramp to Bayshore (northbound lanes)
- Bayshore (northbound lanes) toturnaroundat Gandy Boulevard
- Bayshore (southbound lanes) back to Finish Line
Finish:Tarpon Dock, Bayshore Blvd.(between Beach Place & Hyde Park Place)
Pear Blossom Run
Saturday April 12th, 2025
Medford, OR
Distance: 10 Miles · 5K · 1 & 2 Mile Fun Runs
Offical Race Web Site
This race run by YMCA starts at City Hall and goes through the town of Medford, OR. The first Pear Blossom Run held in 1977 was won by Frank Shorter, Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist.
Thanks to Zellah and Jerry Swartsley who founded and led the Pear Blossom Run for the first 35 years. The race grew from 546 to 5,648 runners. Their caring, giving spirit drew in thousands of runners and volunteers throughout the years. Steven Buxton and Rich Stanfield with the YMCA, shown with Jerry and Zellah, continued the tradition. Their advice to the Rogue Valley Family YMCA is “when in doubt, give it out.” The Rogue Valley Family YMCA is committed to carrying on their incredible legacy.
Zellah and Jerry Swartsley, returning home from graduate school at Montana State University, stopped in Salt Lake City where a marathon was held and Jerry would finish 8th. An idea was born on July 24, 1971 and six years later it would become a reality. The first Pear Blossom Run held in 1977 was won by Frank Shorter, Olympic Marathon Gold and Silver Medalist.
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displays approximate race location · Medford OR 97501
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Pear Blossom Run, Race Date: 2025-04-12, Distance: 10mi
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 52:46 | Logan Jones | 22 | |
| 2nd Male | 53:46 | Jackson Seubert | 21 | |
| 3rd Male | 58:14 | Ryan Perry | 32 | |
| 4th Male | 59:16 | Brian Janes | 46 | |
| Female | 1:00:25 | Marci Klimek | 37 | |
| 2nd Female | 1:07:24 | Ashley Baldovino | 32 | |
| 3rd Female | 1:08:31 | Deanna ONeil | 60 | |
| 4th Female | 1:08:44 | Sandy Newsome | 45 |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
- Chip timed event. Time limit is 2:40, a 16:00 mile pace.
- USAT&F certified course (OR12007LB) is flat, fast, out and back with one hill.
- Course monitoring, support services and finish timing will stop at 11:00 am.
- Event open only to registered participants wearing a bib due to permits and insurance restrictions.
- Due to permits and traffic control, any runner or walker starting early will be disqualified and not receive a time.
- Wheelchairs and baby strollers are allowed in all events. However, animals, skateboards, bikes, skates, or other wheeled devices are not permitted.
- Awards: First male and first female receive a $250 gift certificate each. No awards for walkers.
- Restrooms are available at the YMCA, near the start/finish line, in the lower floor of the Justice building and at intervals along the course.
- Water stations are available every 2.5 miles or less.
- If you experience difficulties of any kind, please stop and go to one of the aide stations or patrol units and indicate you need assistance.
Handcrank/Trackchair/Wheelchair Division
- A special handcrank/trackchair/wheelchair division is offered.
- Special parking is provided for these athletes so contact the race directorfor details.
Chip Timed Event
- Your timing chip is affixed to the back of your race number bib. All you need to do is wear your bib on the front of your shirt. This is also important for identification purposes during the race.
- Participants must wear the race number assigned to them, run in the event signed-up for, and start at the designated time in order to receive a finish time.
- Do NOT crumple or fold your bib as this will damage the antenna resulting in no time.
- Do NOT remove the timing chip from your bib.
- You can keep or throw away your bib and chip. If you choose to recycle your chip you MUST leave it affixed to the bib thereby recycling the bib as well.
- All timing systems will be reset one minute prior to the start. Remain behind the carpets until the start so your chip does not trigger an early starting time. Your time starts when your chip crosses both carpets so no reason to crowd. The first person to cross the line is the winner in case of ties. Faster runners line-up first.
Saturday April 12th, 2025
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Distance: Marathon · Quarter Marathon · Mini 4.2K · Kids Race
Offical Race Web Site
The marathon has been the biggest one-day sporting event in the Netherlands for many years in a row with over 35000 athletes professionals inclusive. The world's top athletes will at the start on the bustling coolsingel, alongside thousands of other runners who will also triumph,each in their own way.The marathon weekend is a wonderful blend of top sport and festival.
No other marathon in Netherlands can match the atmosphere in Rotterdam, 925,000 spectators along the course make party complete.The idea of an international marathon in Rotterdam originated in 1980. On 17 May of that year the Rotterdam Athletic Union PAC organized the national 25-kilometer championship to commemorate its 85th anniversary.The course, which was financially supported by the magazine Het Leven, went from the Nenijto-sintelbaan to Nieuwerkerk aan de Ijssel and back. In 1937 the race was considered to be the national championship.
The world’s top athletes as well as thousands of runners from home and abroad get to experience what it’s like to finish on the renowned Coolsingel; it’s a marathon weekend that combines top sporting action with a festival feel. No other marathon in the Netherlands can match the Rotterdam atmosphere, with more than 925,000 enthusiastic spectators along the course.
The Rotterdam Marathon often produces very fast times, as the course is flat and weather conditions are typically favorable.
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NN Rotterdam Marathon, Race Date: 2024-04-14,
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 02:04:45 | Abdi Nageeye | ned | |
| 2nd Male | 02:04:50 | Amedework Walelegn | ethi | |
| 3rd Male | 02:05:16 | Birhanu Legese | ethi | |
| 4th Male | 02:05:43 | Kenneth Kipkemoi | ken | |
| Female | 2:19:30 | Ashete Bekere | ethi | |
| 2nd Female | 2:20:57 | Viola Kibiwot | ken | |
| 3rd Female | 2:22:46 | Selly Chepyego Kaptich | ken | |
| 4th Female | 2:24:49 | Emily Chebet | ken |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Lake Sonoma 50
Saturday April 12th, 2025
Healdsburg, CA
Distance: 50 k · Ultra
Offical Race Web Site
The race is held on the rugged trails at Lake Sonoma, about 10 miles northwest of Healdsburg. The course is 86% single track and 9% dirt roads, with the first 2.4 miles on a paved country road.The race starts at 6:30 a.m. and has a 14-hour time limit.
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Lake Sonoma 50, Race Date: 2024-04-13, Distance: Ultra
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 06:30:17 | Francesco Puppi | 32 | |
| 2nd Male | 07:48:59 | Daniel Button | 37 | |
| 3rd Male | 07:52:19 | Grant Hotaling | 40 | |
| 4th Male | 07:55:57 | TJ David | 37 | |
| Female | 08:44:11 | Lindsay Allison | 28 | |
| 2nd Female | 08:44:44 | Anna Fisher | 31 | |
| 3rd Female | 08:47:48 | Andrea Stofko | 28 | |
| 4th Female | 09:16:07 | Mikaela Wapman | 33 |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
The course is an out-and-back circumnavigation of the Warm Springs Arm of Lake Sonoma. It is 86% single-track trail and 9% dirt fire roads, with the first 2.4 miles on pavement. The trail is relentlessly rolling with three significant climbs.
There is about 10,500 feet of elevation gain and an equal amount of loss over the 50 miles. Trail quality is generally good;there are very few rocks and almost no roots. However, much of the trail is seldom used and so you can expect a lot of leaves and sticks on the trail.
There are twelve creek crossings and it is likely that your feet will get wet in most – if not all – of them.
Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10K
Saturday April 12th, 2025
Richmond, Virginia
Distance: 10K
Offical Race Web Site
Making a resolution to be more active? Looking to break a personal record? Want to do something for yourself? Hoping to start a fun new tradition with friends and family? This is the event for you! Join the thousands of others who will take to the Avenue for the 10k. Enjoy block after block of great local bands and spirit groups. Revel in the crazy costumes or dress up yourself. Celebrate spring, and experience everything you love about RVA. However you participate, do it your way!
The Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k has got it all! Named one of the best races in the country (thanks, USA Today!), Richmond's biggest block party is the place to be come Saturday morning. With over 40,000 participants, you' re bound to be entertained whether it's by costumed runners, Spirit Groups, Party Stops, live music or that guy/gal out front dashing for the cash. Throw in a race for kiddies and a rockin' post-race party, and you've got yourself one of the best social events of the year!
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Prize Money: $10000
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displays approximate race location · Luray VA 22835
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Justin Regan
"I'd like to recommend adding the Monument Ave 10k to the race list. It's one of the largest 10k races in the country with over 30,000 people registered last year. It generates so much community support and energy I can't imagine not being in the top 100."
"I'd like to recommend adding the Monument Ave 10k to the race list. It's one of the largest 10k races in the country with over 30,000 people registered last year. It generates so much community support and energy I can't imagine not being in the top 100."
Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10K, Race Date: 2025-04-12, Distance: 10k
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 30:30 | Henry Haase | ||
| 2nd Male | 30:41 | Nate Jennings | ||
| 3rd Male | 31:27 | Connor Moses | ||
| 4th Male | 31:46 | Peyton Artz | ||
| Female | 33:36 | Sophia King | ||
| 2nd Female | 35:16 | Ryen Frazier | ||
| 3rd Female | 35:22 | Miranda Wodarski | ||
| 4th Female | 35:31 | Bridget Stacy |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| M 40-49 | 34:13 | Michael Harlow | ||
| M 50-59 | 37:25 | Bronson Lee | ||
| M 60-69 | 38:48 | Hernan Garbini | ||
| M 70+ | 48:59 | Bob Becker | ||
| F 40-49 | 35:31 | Bridget Stacy | ||
| F 50-59 | 42:52 | Ann Gill | ||
| F 60-69 | 48:20 | Melanie Hennis | ||
| F 70+ | 49:05 | Margaret Powers |
Start:Broad Street near Harrison Street
Finish:Franklin Street nearShafer Street
Participant Support
From Start to Finish, this is one of the most fun and well-supported races in the country! Apart from an incredible corps of volunteers and spectators, the course is packed with tons of entertainment and amenities, including:
- Water
- Start Area – north side of Broad Street near Hancock Street
- Finish Area – after you cross the finish line
- Pfizer Water Stops offering & POWERadeand Water
- Along the course – Miles 2, 3, 4 and 5
- Bon Secours Medical Tents
- Start Area – north side of Broad Street near Hancock Street
- On the course – Stuart Circle &Blacker St
- Finish Area – adjacent to the finish line on Shafer Street
- Mobile medics along the course
- Port-o-johns
- Start Area – Broad Street near Shafer Street
- On the course – near each water stop
- Finish Area
- VCU Siegel Center restrooms will be open for the start – Broad and Harrison Streets
- Live entertainment– 30+ bands/DJs to keep you moving.
- 10k Community Spirit Contest Groupsto keep you motivated.
- Marathonfotophotographers snapping official race pics.
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