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  • Olympian Paul Chelimo set to be Air Force Marathon featured speaker

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- When American Olympian and American-Kenyan U.S. Army veteran Paul Chelimo makes his first-ever visit to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base for the 24th U.S. Air Force Marathon on Sept. 19, it won’t be solely for doing what he does so well – running. Instead,

  • Air Force Marathon director receives Rising Star award

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Air Force Marathon director, Brandon Hough, was awarded the Rising Star award at the 2020 Running USA Industry Conference in Las Vegas, Feb. 9.The Running USA Rising Star award recognizes a young professional in the sport who has demonstrated strong

  • Air Force Marathon prices increase March 2

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB – Are you planning on participating in the Air Force Marathon this September? Save a little money, and register before the price increases on March 2.“This is the time of year when runners are making decisions to participate in fall races and begin their training.” said Brandon

  • Gift a 2020 Air Force Marathon registration for Wright-Patt Airmen

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Returning this year for the 2020 Air Force Marathon, gift registrations can be purchased for junior enlisted members stationed at Wright-Patt AFB."Gifting a registration is a great way for people to show their appreciation to our young military members,” said

  • Air Force Marathon achieves silver for conservation efforts

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Council for Responsible Sport awarded silver level certification to the Air Force Marathon for their efforts in taking environmental action to minimize waste and improve conservation at the 2019 Air Force Marathon Sept. 19-21.“We are extremely excited to

  • Plans for 2020 Air Force Marathon have already begun

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Another successful Air Force Marathon with over 12,700 runners has come to an end and the marathon staff are already hard at work preparing for next year’s race. “Producing the marathon is like a big party celebrating someone’s journey,” said Brandon Hough,

  • 23rd Air Force Marathon launches with early, dampened start

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Fireworks and rain marked the start of the 23rd annual U.S. Air Force Marathon, featuring more than 13,000 runners from all states, all ages and all ranks.The Air Force Marathon is actually a host of fitness and family events, including a 1K kid's race, a full

  • Airman perseveres through injuries determined to run Air Force Marathon

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Fully dedicated to training for the Air Force Marathon, Staff Sgt. Kyle Hipol hit a road block along the way after suffering an injury, but there was no stopping his determination that he would go over, under and around that road block in order to cross that

  • Still time to run or volunteer at the Air Force Marathon

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – It is not too late to sign up to run or volunteer at the 2019 Air Force Marathon Sept. 19-21. Openings are still available to register for the 5K on Friday, Sept. 20, or the 10K, half and full marathon on Sept. 21. And if you are feeling adventurous, run in