Marathon/Running News: 4/27/08 - 5/4/08

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Belfast City Marathon
	News From: Thursday, May 1, 2008
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Four Former Champions to Race In Belfast Marathon (Athletic Association of Ireland) John Mutai and Marashet Jumma, champions of the men's and women's races, will be returning to defending their titles at the 2008 Belfast Marathon. The marathon has had a record entry of 15,000 participants in the various events.
Big Sur International Marathon
	News From: Monday, April 28, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Martin wears Big Sur crown (The Californian) Andy Martin won the 2008 Big Sur International Marathon. With the fastest personal best marathon time of any runner in the field of 4,500 at 2:20, Martin finished in 2:29.50 followed by Jesus Campos thirty one second later. Campos was trying to become the first runner from Monterey County to win the BSIM in its twenty three year history. Kris Lawson won the women's title with a time of 3:00.53.
		Weather makes marathon magic in Big Sur (Monterey Herald) Andy Martin won the 2008 Big Sur Marathon in a 2:29:50 much to the upset of runner-up Jesus Campos. Campos, a twenty-three year old local, tried for a second time to become the first runner from Monterey County to win the marathon in its twenty three year history; but came in thirty seconds after Martin. Kris Lawson won the women's race in a 3:00.53.
Boston Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, April 29, 2008
		Humor
		Tom Cruise follows in wife Katie Holmes' trainers and takes up running (Daily Mirror) Tom Cruise has caught the running bug since watching wife Katie Holmes runt he New York City Marathon in 2007. He has decided that he wants to run the Boston Marathon and has been hitting the treadmill every day since determined to record a better time than Holmes. Holmes completed her marathon in 5:29.
Cayman Islands Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Cayman Islands Marathon of a Promotion (CayCompass) Cayman Islands Marathon has been busy promoting their marathon which takes place at the end of the year. Grand Cayman is ideal for running because of its flat terrain, making the course a fast one and the Jazz Festival will coincide with race weekend. All proceeds from the marathon go to the Cayman Islands Cadet Corps and the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
	News From: Sunday, May 4, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Wis woman finishes 2nd in Flying Pig Marathon in Cincinnati (Chicago Tribune) Andy Martin, winner of last weekend's Big Sur Marathon, won the 2008 Flying Pig Marathon uncontested in 2:30:40. Runner up in the men's race Brian List finished in 2:33:33. Michelle Didion won the women's division in 3:05:18.
		Human Interest Story
		Fire delays start of Flying Pig marathon (Times Recorder) The start of the 2008 Flying Pig Marathon was delayed and the race rerouted because of an overnight fire along the route. When the race started, firefighters were still battling a three-alarm house fire. As a result, the race will be longer than the usual 26 miles, 385 yards.
	News From: Friday, May 2, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Cooler Pig to help runners (The Enquirer) Weather sites had predicted a high of eighty degrees for the 2008 Flying Pig Marathon, but the temperature has since fallen to fifty-eight degrees. The race organizers looking to have a safe as well as fun event are still concerned. Hot weather created safety problems at the 2008 Chicago Marathon where runners battled eighty-eight degree temperatures, humidity and shortages of water and energy drinks.
Colorado Marathon
	News From: Monday, April 28, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		An inside look at the Colorado Marathon (The Coloradoan) The Colorado Marathon on May 4, 2008 was started by Fort Collins running buddies Jon Sinclair and Steve Cathcart and draws more than 2,500 participants. Modeled after the St. George Marathon in Utah, the race organizers have set a fast scenic course in Poudre Canyon in fort Collins, Colorado. The race barely makes money, but any proceeds go to the Northern Colorado Running Foundation, which is a running advocate organization.
Cox Sports Providence Marathon
	News From: Sunday, May 4, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Providence Marathon Debuts in the Rain (ABC6.com) The debut of the 2008 Cox Providence Marathon saw rain and three thousand runners take to the streets of the capitol city of Providence, Rhode Island. Blaine Moore won the marathon in 2:43:28. Alyson Venti in her marathon debut at the debut marathon won in 3:01:02.
Edinburgh Marathon
	News From: Saturday, May 3, 2008
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		A runaway success story as marathon smashes records (The Scotsman) More than 12,500 runners had signed up for the 2008 Edinburgh Marathon. Around four thousand runners finished the race last year, but this year nine thousand five hundred will be setting off on the full course, with a further three thousand competing as members of relay teams. Entrants will be coming from all over the world, representing forty different countries.
	News From: Friday, May 2, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Edinburgh Marathon runners' entry deadline (BBC UK) The deadline for the 2008 Albert Bartlett Edinburgh Marathon closes this week. With more than 12,500 runners registered, 5,500 full marathon entrants will participate from around the globe.
Eugene Marathon
	News From: Sunday, May 4, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Nearly Six Thousand Athletes Hit The Pavement in Eugene (KEZI9.com) Six thousand athletes from around the world took part in the second annual 2008 Eugene Marathon. The men's winner was Matthew Norminton 2:22:04. James Rucker and Jeff Drouet finished second and third in a 2:28:10 and 2:28:29 respectively. The women's winner was Erin Kaspar in a 2:52:52. Jaymee Marty and Wendy Terris finished second and third in a 2:55:12 and 2:55:35 respectively.
	News From: Saturday, May 3, 2008
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Marathon attracts attention in year two (RegisterGuard) With more than six thousand participants in the various events at the Eugene marathon, race directors feel that they are on their way to becoming one of the most important running events in the nation. The races theme, Running in the Footsteps of Legends, is appropriate since Eugene is the home of legendary runner Steve Prefontaine and the Nike brand. Nike has agreed to help sponsor the marathon seeing it as a chance to reach people from all over the globe.
		Human Interest Story
		Runners Gear Up For the Second Eugene Marathon (KEZI9.com) Runners and locals prepare for the 2008 Eugene Marathon. Extra police are at hand to help divert traffic as the runners take to the streets.
	News From: Monday, April 28, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Free shuttle bus to starting line of Eugene Marathon (KVAL) Lane Transit District will operate free shuttle buses with direct service to the starting area of the 2008 Eugene Marathon at Hayward Field. The shuttles will provide marathoners with the opportunity to leave their cars at the finish area and catch a ride to Hayward Field. Marathoners are encouraged to take the earliest possible shuttle to ensure that all participants are at the starting line before race time. In addition, marathoners may ride any LTD bus route during the day just by showing their bib or race number.
Fargo Marathon
	News From: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Fargo Marathon to reach 10,000 (InForum) The Fargo Marathon will reach 10,000 entries by the end of the week for its various running events. It was only three years ago when race organizers wondered if they would get 1,000 people. Because of the high numbers, race director Mark Knutson is concerned about the lead marathon runners encountering a logjam of back-of-the-pack half marathon entrants.
Frederick Marathon
	News From: Saturday, May 3, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Runners Gearing Up For Frederick Marathon (You4State) The Frederick Running Festival kicked off Saturday at the fairgrounds with an expo to get the runners ready for the 26.2-mile marathon on Sunday. The festival kicked off with an expo that featured vendors offering goodies for those participating in the marathon.
Green Bay Marathon
	News From: Saturday, May 3, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Volunteers help Cellcom marathon run (Green Bay Press Gazette) Runners in the Cellcom Green Bay Marathon will have two thousand or so volunteers from charity partner workers to students giving them support and encouragement during the event. For many volunteers, offering to work the marathon has become a tradition.
Honolulu Marathon
	News From: Sunday, May 4, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Thousands Sign Up Early for Honolulu Marathon (KHON) The Honolulu Marathon, which draws thousands of locals and Japanese tourists, has opened early registration drawing thousands of the race's veterans. Although the number of Japanese racers have been dwindling, race officials believe this to be a result of the cost of travel and airfare in recent times.
Houston Marathon
	News From: Monday, April 28, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		ABB to sponsor Houston marathon team event (Houston Business Journal) ABB Group will sponsor a new team competition at the 2009 Chevron Houston Marathon. The ABB Team Challenge will consist of three divisions made up of between three and six members who can run in either the marathon, half-marathon or in an open division with at least one team member running in all three events, including the 5K.
Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon
	News From: Sunday, April 27, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Korir cruises to victory in miniMarathon (Louisville Courier Journal) While Wesley Korir, former University of Louisville cross country All-American, won the Derby Festival miniMarathon in 1:05:18; Kenyan marathon runner Hilary Lelei won the marathon in in 2:21:31, while Charles Kiplagat was second in 2:22:50 and Birhanu Wukaw third in 2:28:32. In the women's race Nadezhda Tuptova won the marathon in 2:48:02 and Larisa Mikhaylova was runner-up just 15 seconds behind. Debbie Arzola came in third with a 2:56:13.
Lincoln Marathon
	News From: Sunday, May 4, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Ashley wins Lincoln Marathon (KMEG14) Levi Ashley of Lincoln wins the Lincoln National Guard Marathon in his marathon debut in a finish of 2:26:55. Ashley had won the event's half-marathon in 2006 and 2007. Valerie Gortmaker of Lincoln won the women's race in 2:59:27.
Long Island Marathon
	News From: Saturday, May 3, 2008
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		LI Marathon to cap Festival of Races weekend (Newsday) Among the 5,200 runners already signed up to run in the 2008 Festival of Races which includes the Long Island Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K events. The youngest marathoner will be sixteen year old Chaminade High School sophomore Matthew Saitta, who will be debuting in the marathon distance.
Marathon des Sables
	News From: Sunday, April 27, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Marathon runner tests endurance, aids nonprofits (Baltimore Sun) T. Rowe Price fund manager Jeff Arricale tackled the 2008 Marathon des Sables, a 156-mile ultramarathon in the Sahara Desert. Arnicale ran on behalf of Arricale chose Special Olympics Maryland for its local connection and Opportunity International because of his finance background and the potential for microfinance loans to lift poor people out of poverty. He raised about $49,000, almost half way to his goal of $100,000.
Marathon Hamburg
	News From: Sunday, April 27, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Mandago and Timofeyeva impress at Hamburg Marathon (IAAF) David Mandago was the mens winner of the 2008 Hamburg Marathon in a 2:07:23 while Irina Timofeyeva won the the womens race setting a course record in 2:24:14. Almost twenty runners in the men's race had reached the half way mark in 1:03:17, but Mandago broke away at the 35K mark to win.
New York City Marathon
	News From: Monday, April 28, 2008
		Human Interest Story
		Documentary Looks At Legend Of NYC Marathon Founder (NY1) A documentary paying tribute to New York City Marathon founder founder, Fred Lebow, details his life as a Jewish immigrant from Transylvania who left a lasting impact on New York City and the sport of running and his creation of the New York Road Runners. Despite the city's financial troubles in the 1970s, Lebow managed to secure funding for the marathon, which quickly became an annual event. His message was that anyone and everyone can run, but beyond that anyone can accomplish a goal.
North Carolina Marathon
	News From: Sunday, May 4, 2008
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Runners enjoy hometown marathon in Greensboro (News14.com) Around 1,500 runners packed the streets of downtown Greensboro, North Carolina in the city's first marathon. Many runners were running to support the Foster Friends of North Carolina.
	News From: Tuesday, April 29, 2008
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Runners Prepare For North Carolina Marathon In Greensboro (Digitriad.com) About a thousand runners have registered to run in this weekend's marathon in Greensboro. Organizers expect three thousand to five thousand people to participate at the finish line celebration. The marathon is part of Greensboro's Bicentennial Celebration. Organizers hope to make it an annual event.