Sunday March 16th, 2025
New Taipei, Taiwan
Distance: Marathon
Offical Race Web Site
The best thing about Wan Jin Shi Marathon Race, is the chance to take in the enchanting view along the North Shore. The breathtaking view of the mountains and the seaside is the centerpiece of the race. The Queen's Head Rock is set against the backdrop of the North Shore, complemented by the area's many scenic landmarks. This is the only bronze label road race in Taiwan, attracting the attention of many marathoners.The image of surging toward the finish line symbolizes the many obstacles along the race, and the joy of reaching the goal.
The New Taipei City Wanjinshi Marathon started in 2003 as the Jinshan Marathon. Up until now, 2017, the marathon has been held for 15 years. For the very first Marathon held, the ending point was located at Jinshan Youth Activity Center, with around 4,000 runners participating in this local sports event. But after 15 years of operation, the marathon has achieved international recognition and became a role model. In 2004, the course of the event expanded to include both Jinshan and Shimen Municipal Districts, the name of the event thus changed to the Jinshi Marathon.
Later, in order to minimize the impact on local residents resulting from traffic controls of the event, the starting and ending points were relocated to the Pacific Green Bay (Taipingyang Feuicuiwan) in Wan Li since 2006. After five years of preparation, the event planning expanded to include the Wanli, Jinshan, and Shimen Municipal Districts in 2009, and the names of each municipal districts were abbreviated to form the new name of the event, Shiwanjin Marathon.
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
| Male | 2:13:47 | Masresha BERE | ethi | |
| 2nd Male | 2:14:00 | George MBUGUA NGURE | ken | |
| 3rd Male | 2:14:04 | Kenneth Kiprop KIPKEMOI | ken | |
| 4th Male | 2:14:06 | Petro MAMU | eri | |
| Female | 2:29:14 | Gadise MULU | ethi | |
| 2nd Female | 2:30:54 | Nigsti HAFTU | ethi | |
| 3rd Female | 2:31:10 | Pascalia CHEPKOGEI | ken | |
| 4th Female | 2:33:01 | Nigist MULUNEH | ethi |
| Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
From 2010, in order to accommodate with the route of the Marathon began at Pacific Green Bay (Taipingyang Feuicuiwan) in Wan Li, then proceeded through Jinshan to Shimen Junior High School, the name was changed to the Wanjinshi Marathon accordingly. With the establishment of the event coverage in terms of administrative districts, the route course and the name of the Marathon, the “Competition Brand” concept was gradually formed through years of promotion and operation. As the event recorded higher participation rate on a year-on-year basis, the Marathon has attracted more and more runners to registered. The registered participants increased significantly for more than 3,000 in 2011 to a total of over 9,000 participants. In 2012, there participation rate officially surpassed 10,000 people, marking the event as one of the most popular marathons in Taiwan.
In 2013, after the 11th Marathon was successfully held, experts in Taiwan proposed that the Wanjinshi Marathon was the only marathon in Taiwan which could qualify for International Association of Athletics Federations accreditation, so at the 118th City Council Meeting for New Taipei City, Mayor Li-Lun Chu announced that Wanjinshi Marathon would seek for international accreditation, aiming at achieving Bronze Certification status.
In 2014, Wanjinshi Marathon formally submitted its application to International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) for bronze label road race via Chinese Taipei Athletics Association. In October of the same year, IAAF announced their approval, New Taipei City Wanjinshi Marathon thus become the first and only marathon in Taiwan with bronze label road race. This recognition not only made Wanjinshi Marathon become the most prestigious marathon in Taiwan, but also allowed New Taipei City to make its debut on the world stage of sports through being added to the annual marathon calendar of IAAF.
During the marathon of that year, the Wanli, Jinshi and Shimen Borough Councils gathered thousands of people dressing up as Cheerleading Squads to line along the event route beginning from early in the pre-dawn hours. They were fully costumed as regional famous heritage sites such as Wanli Hsieh, Nu Wang Tou, Jinshan Hot Springs and the Shimen Kite. There were also large drum performances and electronic versions of traditional Taiwanese customs such as the San Tai Zi along the way. Despite the chilly morning, these volunteers showed their warm-hearted spirit for all the participants, showing their enthusiasm to the public. Nowadays, the competition had overcome the inconveniences of imposing traffic controls and had gathered a strong and supportive consensus among local residents, becoming an annual event that all the residents of the North Coast of Taiwan were look forward to every year.
In 2015, for the first time the Marathon after being awarded road race bronze label, in light of the cool and rainy weather prevailing in early March along the northern coast in Taiwan, the event was adjusted to the third Sunday in March from its original date on the first Sunday of March in the past. That year, the event witnessed participation of 12,000 runners, competing with many world class participants among them. Moreover, the event organizers developed a homestay program for international participants of the Wanjinshi Marathon. The homestay arrangements with volunteer families were made for two days and three nights, allowing the international participants to see the marvelous geographic scene in Yehliu, experience the local fishing port culture, and visit traditional heritage sites as well as the Jinshanbayan community. From this aspect, the Marathon had evolved from an athletic event to an opportunity to enjoy the authentic cultural experience in Taiwan.
The 2018 New Taipei City Wanjinshi Marathon is scheduled to begin at 6:30am on 18th March 2018, with the starting point located in the Pacific Green Bay (Taipingyang Feuicuiwan) in Wan Li. The event initiated a mobile application for registration, allowing the participants to get hold of the conditions for registration and weather. Also, through the locating function, the runners will be able to learn about their rank and results. The application also provides the live streaming of the Marathon and services such as uploading photos of runners, thus building a customized database for Wanjinshi Marathon. In this way, we could leverage on Wanjinshi Marathon to shorten the distance between human and technology.
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.
Race City Location Map - zoom in · zoom out · big map
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.
Louisville is a city that was born to worship running, fast. Today it's not just the horses who have all the fun. The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon gives people a real taste of this historic city and the thrill of crossing the finish line.