The Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic community captured a ‘Family Photo’ before the Jack n Jill Downhill Half Marathon in North Bend, WA, on July 26th, 2025. This tradition of group photos aims to commemorate their shared passion for running at various races across the nation. Photo by Gregory Rouson.
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Fall Classic Half Marathon: A Flat, Fast Course and a Personal Victory
Randy Riley participated in the Fall Classic Half Marathon in Strongsville, OH, a flat and wide course perfect for all runners. He achieved a personal best time of 2:25:42, completing the second half faster than the first. Riley finished first in his age group, marking his 21st half marathon of the year.
Perfect Weather, Personal Record: Sadie Smith’s Winning Run at Marshall University
Sadie Smith enjoyed a fantastic marathon weekend at Marshall University, praising the fast and friendly course. Perfect weather contributed to her enjoyment of the 26-mile race. She highlighted Elizabeth Arnott’s impressive 2nd place finish and Lindsey Elste’s successful return from injury, along with a new personal record for the first female finisher.