Goucher and Davila for Boston Marathon 2011

Goucher and Davila for Boston Marathon 2011

BOSTON – In its 26th year as the principal sponsor of the Boston Marathon, John Hancock Financial has announced that Kara Goucher and Desiree Davila will headline the professional women’s U.S. team at the 115th running of the storied road race on Monday,...

B.A.A. Expands Executive Leadership

BOSTON – The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) announced today that Guy L. Morse, III will become the Senior Director of External Affairs. He has served as the organization’s Executive Director (since 2000) and Boston Marathon Race Director (1985-2000)....
Hall to Return to Boston Marathon in 2011

Hall to Return to Boston Marathon in 2011

BOSTON – (December 1, 2010) – In their 26th year as the principal sponsor of the Boston Marathon, John Hancock Financial has announced the return of top American Ryan Hall for the 115th running of the storied road race on Monday, April 18, 2011.Hall, 28,...

Boston Marathon 2011 entries open

B.A.A. anticipates unprecedented interest in 115th running; field is expected to fill quickly. BOSTON, Mass. – Registration for the 2011 Boston Marathon will open on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. (ET) and will be conducted online at www.baa.org. The 115th...
2010 Boston Marathon Wrap-Up

2010 Boston Marathon Wrap-Up

Men’s winner Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot from Kenya shattered the course record by 82 seconds with his time of 2:05:52. The record of 2:07:14 was previously held by Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot (no relation) since 2006. Teyba Erkesso of Ethiopia held off a late surge...