Akron Marathon

Human Interest Story

Jim Barnett has been a fixture at the Akron Marathon since the inaugural event in 2003. He helped the race to grow from just over three-thousand runners to near thirteen-thousand today.

Longtime Akron Marathon Director Retiring

Akron Marathon Race Director Jim Barnett has retired from the Akron Marathon effective October 31, 2012. 

Barnett will continue to be actively involved with the future planning, 
organization and strategy of the Akron Marathon through his appointment to 
the Board of Trustees.  He will become an active member effective November 
1, 2012.

Akron Marathon Race Director Jim Barnett Retires

Post-Race Review/ Results

Richard Kessio won the Akron Marathon ahead of a full field of runners each with their own story about why the run.

Akron Marathon Attracts Thousands Of Runners And Cheering Supporters. Kessio Claims Top Spot

With its first ever sold out field, local runner Richard Kessio won the Akron Marathon with a time of 2 hours 18 minutes and 51 seconds.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results