3/15/2025 – 3-16-2025

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon, Half Marathon, And 8K

Virginia Beach, Virginia

8K

Kevin Christensen

Finish Time:  48:47

Overall Place:  1493rd Place / 6555

Division Place:  41st Place / 61

Kevin Volunteered For The Marathon And Half Marathon As Well

Half Marathon

George McFall

Finish Time:  1:36:31

Overall Place:  277th Place / 5704

Division Place:  9th Place / 191

Kristi Quesenberry Gunyula

Finish Time:  1:36:39

Overall Place:  281st Place / 5704

Division Place:  7th Place / 408

Race Recap By George McFall:

The Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend in Virginia Beach was so much fun. There is an 8k held on Saturday and the 1/2 marathon and full marathon takes places on Sunday. I ran the 1/2 marathon. The race course was super flat and fast and went thru Fort Story Naval Base which was really cool. The last half mile was on the boardwalk with the finish line right at the Neptune Statue. There were over 5700 half marathon runners. I finished with a time of 1:36:21: 7:22 pace. My goal was 1:33. I placed 9th in my age group. There was an after race party in a tent set up on the beach with live music from the Spazmatics. It was great to reconnect with friends and do a little dancing and drinking (4 free drink tickets). I highly recommend this race. It is worth the 8 hour drive from Cleveland / Akron. This was my first time in Virginia Beach.

Race Recap By Kevin Christensen:

Virginia Beach 8K is a great experience and part of a great race weekend. The 8K was on Saturday with the half and full on Sunday. I ran in the 8K and worked the start corrals for the marathon and then poured beer for 5 hours for the half/full after party. The race is well organized and has a super flat route.

3/15/2025

Mohican Spring Marathon And Half Marathon

Loudonville, Ohio

Marathon

John Fabianich McClay

Finish Time: 5:26:35

Overall Place:  11th Place / 44

Division Place:  1st Place / 3

Half Marathon

Lynett McClay

Finish Time:  4:40:12

Overall Place:  129th Place / 139

Division Place:  3rd Place / 4

Race Recap By John Fabianich McClay:

This year’s Mo Spring Marathon was a true test of endurance. The race began with a torrential downpour, rendering the course a muddy mess. I applaud all runners who persevered to the finish line. Personally, I secured 11th place overall and first place in my age group. My wife, Lynett McClay, also deserves recognition for her outstanding finish. Kudos to Western Reserve Racing for hosting a well-organized event.

Race Recap By Lynett McClay:

MO Spring 1/2 Marathon: Rising to the Challenge. A dramatic lightning show on our way to the starting line set the tone, accompanied by a picturesque sunrise with a red sky after the storm. The race began as scheduled. At approximately 1.5 miles, heavy rain started, persisting for much of the event. The course presented numerous obstacles, including mud and hills. In contrast, the aid stations showcased exemplary planning, offering a range of snacks and beverages to support participants. The uphill finish added an additional layer of difficulty. Although my performance was not outstanding, I achieved a third-place finish in my age group, as indicated by the official results. We look forward to participating in this race again.

3/15/2025

Get Lucky 50 / 50 25K

Canal Fulton, Ohio

Christine Churpek

Finish Time:  2:06:17

Overall Place:  4th Place / 28

Division Place:  1st Place Overall Female

Josh Keane Race Volunteer

Lisa Keane Race Volunteer