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US Trail Running Conference webinar shares tips to help new race directors maximize resources

Aug 15, 2022

US Trail Running Conference webinar shares tips to help new race directors maximize resources

Expert panelists who recently embarked on careers directing races presented practical suggestions to help both new and veteran race directors.

B.A.A. & Boston Children’s Hospital establish inaugural community race series in Boston

Aug 12, 2022

B.A.A. & Boston Children’s Hospital establish inaugural community race series in Boston

The new Community Race Series will feature run/walk events for athletes of all ages and abilities at distances from one mile to 5K.

Mum allowed to defer London Marathon entry in policy change

Aug 5, 2022

Mum allowed to defer London Marathon entry in policy change

A mother who has successfully campaigned for the London Marathon to change its rules for postpartum entrants has said she is delighted.

RunSignup release midyear RaceTrends update

Aug 5, 2022

RunSignup release midyear RaceTrends update

The report shows a slow regrowth in event participation to 2019 numbers, and rising entry fees across all event types and distances.

Sydney Marathon announced as Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race

Aug 3, 2022

Sydney Marathon announced as Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race

The nomination makes Sydney Marathon the first race in Oceania to receive candidate status for the Abbott World Marathon Majors.

LimeLight commits to carbon-neutral sports events by 2023

Aug 3, 2022

LimeLight commits to carbon-neutral sports events by 2023

The new partnership will neutralise the LSG carbon footprint at LimeLight events, such as the ASICS London 10K, London Triathlon and Oxford Half.

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London Marathon changes policy for pregnant and postpartum participants

Jul 23, 2022

London Marathon changes policy for pregnant and postpartum participants

It's one of three policy changes introduced by the event organisers aiming to make the race more inclusive.

Run Norwich postponed due to hot weather

Jul 15, 2022

Run Norwich postponed due to hot weather

Organisers of the 10k Run Norwich race have confirmed the event has been postponed due to blistering temperatures in Norfolk.

British Triathlon becomes first UK sport to create 'open' category for transgender athletes

Jul 8, 2022

British Triathlon becomes first UK sport to create 'open' category for transgender athletes

The policy will see an 'open' category for all individuals including male, transgender and those non-binary who were male sex at birth.

RunSignup shares Q2 2022 business update

Jul 8, 2022

RunSignup shares Q2 2022 business update

The numbers show races still down about 20% from 2019 numbers, and 25% of 2019 races with over 500 participants likely never to return.

Race Roster introduces enhancements to Digital Engagement Kits

Jul 8, 2022

Race Roster introduces enhancements to Digital Engagement Kits

Digital Engagement Kits can help event organizers increase engagement with participants while delivering content in an eco-friendly style.

Leslie Jordan go above and beyond to ensure timely delivery of medals for Calgary Marathon

Jul 2, 2022

Leslie Jordan go above and beyond to ensure timely delivery of medals for Calgary Marathon

Medals held up at port get flown to Calgary just hours before race start.