LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS
January 2, 2024
American Trail Running Association Announces 2024 Theme
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ The American Trail Running Association’s (ATRA) advisory board enthusiastically shares our 2024 theme, “Better Together.” This year’s theme has many different interpretations, not the least of which is the fact that togetherness creates and builds community. That togetherness can be far reaching and include partnerships, mentorship, coaching, collaborations,...
December 28, 2023
Discover Exciting Opportunities with the Austin Marathon at Upcoming Recruitment Event
AUSTIN, Texas /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - High Five Events, the parent company of the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon and other premier endurance events, is thrilled to unveil an upcoming recruitment session targeting prospective part-time team members. Scheduled to take place at the High Five Events office in Austin, Texas, on Thursday,...
December 28, 2023
Road Runners Club of America Announces 2023 RunPro Grant Recipients
Arlington, VA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) congratulates its 27th RunPro Grant class of Jeralyn Poe and Nadir Yusuf. Since 1996, the RRCA has awarded $750,500 in grants that support aspiring professional U.S. runners. The goal of RunPro Grants (an evolution of the Roads Scholars...
December 27, 2023
UltraRunning Magazine Launches Old School Ultras Calendar
December 27, 2023, Bend, OR /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - UltraRunning Magazine is proud to announce the launch of our 2024 Old School Ultras calendar. These events are a collection of legendary races that have stood the test of time and represent the ethos of ultrarunning. Each race was hand-selected for its...
December 26, 2023
John Bysiewicz Named MarathonFoto/Road Race Management Race Director of the Year
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - A committee made up of race directors, athletes, media, corporate executives, and club officials has named John Bysiewicz, Owner and President of JB Sports, as the MarathonFoto/Road Race Management Race Director of the Year. MYLAPS Sports Technology is the presenting sponsor. John will be honored at a...
December 26, 2023
XTERRA Expands Trail Run World Series to “Avatar Mountain” Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan, China
Key Points: XTERRA Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Trail Run is the first of its kind at this UNESCO site and World Geopark on October 26-27, 2024. Trailblazing course with 21K and 50K distances, showcases Zhangjiajie's natural wonders. Event serves as a qualifier for the 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Championship. ZHANGJIAJIE, CHINA...
December 26, 2023
NorCalUltras Announces its 2024 Race Line Up with Holiday Deals!
Cool, CA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - On Saturday, March 2, 2024, more than 600 ultra-runners will travel from around the globe to race in the 34th Annual Way Too Cool 50K Endurance Run (WTC50K). The 50K race is known as one of the most popular trail and ultra-running endurance events in...
December 26, 2023
Final Call for 2024 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Elite Field
AUSTIN, Texas, December 27, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - High Five Events, the organization behind the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, is inviting elite runners to submit applications before December 31 for participation in the 2024 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon’s Elite Athlete Field. Celebrating its seventh consecutive year, the Elite Athlete Field...
December 22, 2023
Muuvr secures $4.16 million in post-seed funding round
Muuvr, the activity app that motivates runners, cyclists, and triathletes to be more active through rewards and community, has announced a significant investment into the brand’s future. The $4.16 million secured capital will fuel the next chapter of Muuvr’s growth strategy. This includes advancements in app development, marketing and acquisition...
December 22, 2023
Entry Fees Increase on January 1 Ahead of 2024 Grandma’s Marathon Weekend
(DULUTH, MINN.) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Registration remains on a near record pace ahead of the 48th annual Grandma’s Marathon weekend, and entry fees will now increase starting on January 1, 2024. More than 18,500 people have already signed up for one of the weekend’s three races, which are Grandma’s Marathon,...
