2018 Boston Marathon to Feature Ceremonial Military Relay

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 02/15/2018 - 09:30
Sixteen members of U.S. Armed Forces to pass baton along course on Patriots' Day

BOSTON – The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced a commemorative military relay will be included in the 122nd running of the Boston Marathon on April 16, 2018. A team of sixteen active and retired military personnel -- representing five branches of the military and the eight cities and towns of the Marathon course -- will pass a baton along the race route in recognition of the B.A.A.’s Year of Service.

Defending Champions Highlight Top Contenders in 2018 Boston Marathon Push Rim Wheelchair Division

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 02/08/2018 - 09:30
World best and course record holders Marcel Hug and Manuela Schar return to defend titles at the 122nd Boston Marathon on Patriots' Day

BOSTON – Eight Boston Marathon champions, including reigning winners Marcel Hug and Manuela Schar of Switzerland, will compete in the push rim wheelchair division of the 122nd Boston Marathon on Monday, April 16. More than 50 athletes will be part of the wheelchair division, which starts in Hopkinton before the open race featuring 30,000 runners.

Ricardo Santos Named New Coach of B.A.A. High Performance Team

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/05/2018 - 10:00
Santos succeeds Terrence Mahon, who continues to serve the B.A.A. High Performance team in an advisory capacity.

BOSTON – The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced that Ricardo Santos will become the next coach of its High Performance Running Team, effective March 15. Santos most recently served as Director of the Iona College (New Rochelle, New York) Cross Country and Track and Field Programs.

John Hancock Announces 2018 Boston Marathon International Elite Field

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 01/11/2018 - 11:00
46 Elite Athletes from 13 Countries Invited for 122nd Running on April 16

BOSTON, MA, January 10, 2018 - In its 33rd year as principal sponsor of the Boston Marathon, John Hancock today announced the elite field for the 122nd Boston Marathon on April 16. A complete field list follows.

John Hancock Announces 2018 Boston Marathon U.S. Elite Field

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 12/11/2017 - 11:00
15 Member Team includes Olympic, World and Pan-American Medalists, Abbott World Marathon Majors Champions, and North American Record Holders

BOSTON, MA - John Hancock today announced its strongest U.S. Elite Team since its principal sponsorship began in 1986. The team, recruited to compete against an accomplished international field, will challenge for the coveted olive wreath on Patriots’ Day, April 16, 2018.

Team B.A.A.’s Sarah Pagano Wins USATF National Club Cross Country Title

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 12/09/2017 - 15:00
B.A.A. Women’s team and Men’s Masters team place second at National Championships

BOSTON – B.A.A. High Performance team member Sarah Pagano won the USATF National Club Cross Country Championships earlier today in Lexington, Kentucky, earning the first individual national title of her career. Covering the six-kilometer course in 19:40, Pagano led the B.A.A. to second place finish in the Women’s open team competition with 60 points.

Boston Athletic Association Unveils Campaign for 2018 Boston Marathon

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 10:00
Organization’s Year of Service celebrates service to country, mission, and community.

BOSTON – Today, the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) announced its campaign for the 2018 Boston Marathon, the “Year of Service”.  The Year of Service will celebrate the altruism that bonds country, mission, and community leading up to the 122nd Boston Marathon on April 16.

John Hancock Announces Return of Defending Champions to 2018 Boston Marathon

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 12/06/2017 - 10:00
2018 Marks 33rd Year of John Hancock’s Principal Sponsorship of the Boston Marathon

BOSTON, MA - John Hancock today announced the return of 2017 Boston Marathon champions Edna Kiplagat and Geoffrey Kirui for the 122nd running of the race on April 16, 2018. The 2018 Boston Marathon marks the 33rd year of John Hancock’s landmark sponsorship of the legendary race.

Seidel and Mahalsky Take Championship Titles at 2017 Mayor's Cup Cross Country Championships

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/23/2017 - 10:00
A picture-perfect day awaited athletes from beginning runners to experienced Olympians

Molly Seidel and Ryan Mahalsky ran their way to victories at the Boston Mayor’s Cup Cross Country Meet on Sunday, October 22, earning dominant wins on a picture-perfect day for racing. Hosted by the B.A.A. and USATF New England with support from Boston Parks & Recreation and adidas, the Mayor’s Cup Cross Country meet brought together runners of all ages.

Dr. Michael P. O’Leary Named President of the B.A.A.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 10/20/2017 - 10:00
O’Leary becomes Boston Athletic Association’s 24th President, effective October 17

BOSTON – The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced that Dr. Michael P. O’Leary has been elected B.A.A. President by the B.A.A. Board of Governors. O’Leary succeeds Joann Flaminio, the first female President in B.A.A. history, whose term ended this year after serving in the position since 2011.

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