Former Event Champions Return to Glory at 17th Marine Corps Historic Half
Over 3,720 runners completed the Greatest Half in History
The cloudy skies provided ideal weather for over 3,700 runners who took to the historic streets of Fredericksburg and conquered Hospital Hill as part of the Marine Corps Historic Half on Sunday, May 19. The half marathon celebrated 3,729 finishers from 46 states, the District of Columbia and 14 countries.
Healthy Lifestyle Expo Open to Runners and Public This Weekend
The Finish Festival continues the party following the race
The Healthy Lifestyle Expo will open its doors and make fitness fun for thousands of runners and guests on Saturday, May 18.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend
Events will run on Sunday, May 19
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps Historic Half will be running live and in-person on Sunday, May 19 throughout Fredericksburg, Virginia, causing some road closures and delays. Over 4,300 runners will begin running the half marathon (13.1 miles) at 6:00 a.m., with the last participant estimated to finish around 10:00 a.m. Significant delays should be expected between 3:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on event day.
Marine Corps Historic Half Media Credentials
Access to Historic Half Weekend events from May 18-19 available now
Media may now submit requests to cover Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events, which will be held from Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19, 2024. Media can request credentials by completing the 2024 Historic Half Media Credential Request Form. All media must be credentialed to cover any occurrence during event weekend. Additional media information can be found at the MCM Media Center.
Marine Corps 17.75K Crowns New Champion
For the third year in a row, the top two Marine Corps 17.75K finishers were once again Jonathan Ladson, age 32, from Woodbridge, Va. and Alex Trouteaud, age 44, from Barnesville, Md., with Ladson finally overtaking Trouteaud on Saturday, March 23 at Prince William Forest Park in Dumfries, Va. In 2022 and 2023, Trouteaud outlasted Ladson down the stretch to cross the finish line first. With a time of 1:06:26, Ladson blazed to the win besting Trouteaud’s time of 1:07:55.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps 17.75K
Event will run on Saturday, March 23
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps 17.75K will be running live and in-person on Saturday, March 23 at Prince William Forest Park, causing some road closures and delays. Over 2,000 runners will begin running the 11.03 mile course at 7:00 a.m., with the last participant estimated to finish around 11:00 a.m. Significant delays should be expected between 4:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. on event day.
Access Granted into 50th MCM Offered for all 2024 Marine Corps 17.75K Finishers
Participants will be able to register for the 2024 MCM and 2025 MCM
Runners who complete the 12th Marine Corps 17.75K will now be offered guaranteed entry into the 50th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), running in 2025, in addition to also receiving Access Granted into this year’s 49th MCM running on October 27, 2024.
Arlington Public Schools Presented with Healthy School Award
Students acknowledged for participation in 2023 MCM Kids Run
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) recognized aspiring runners from area elementary students by presenting the 2023 Healthy School Award to four Arlington, Virginia schools today. These schools earned this recognition for having top student participation in the MCM Kids Run that ran on October 28, 2023 in the North Pentagon parking lot.
MCMO Announces Returning Photography Sponsor
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with MarathonFoto, the leading global provider of race photography services. This collaboration marks an exciting venture aimed at enhancing the athletes’ experience by capturing and preserving memorable moments during the renowned MCMO events – races that include the iconic Marine Corps Marathon, the Marine Corps Historic Half, the Marine Corps 17.75K, the Quantico 12K and the Turkey Trot 10K and Mile.
Armed Forces Series Challenge Registration Opens
The new challenge unites five Armed Forces road races
Ambitious runners are able to sign their intent to participate in the Armed Forces Series Challenge (AFSC) starting at 9 a.m. ET today.
Last Chance for Early Bird Price for 2024 MCM Weekend
Registration for three MCM Weekend events increases on Dec 26
The registration price for the 49th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend increases by 10 percent on December 26. Military members will still be able to register for a discounted price until the event is sold out. Entries are available on a first come, first served basis at www.marinemarathon.com.
Local Runner Defends Turkey Trot Title
Over 200 runners earned the Distinguished Participant Medal
Jonathan Ladson of Woodbridge, Va., age 32, defended his championship as the Turkey Trot overall winner on Saturday, November 18. He finished first of 923 runners in this morning’s Turkey Trot 10K, presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods and Tour Stafford, Va., aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, one final calorie-burning event before Thanksgiving.
Warmer Conditions Challenge 48th MCM Participants
MCM50K Male Overall Winner Shatters the Ultramarathon Course Record
Despite the unusual warm and humid weather, over 20,000 finishers accomplished their mission during the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) events on Sunday, October 29.
MCM Health and Fitness Expo Open to Runners and Public This Weekend
Activations and booths are open on October 27 and October 28
The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Health and Fitness Expo will open its doors for tens of thousands of runners and guests on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center (201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, Maryland).
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps Marathon Weekend
Events will run on October 28 and October 29
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend Events will be running live and in-person on Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29 throughout Arlington, Virginia and the nation’s capital, causing some road closures and delays.
MCMO Announces New Virtual Event to Celebrate Sergeants Major of the Marine Corps
Runners will be challenged to complete distance over 11 months in 2024
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced a new virtual event for 2024 today. The virtual Hometown Challenge: Sergeants Major of the Marine Corps (SMMC) will take runners on a 10,523.6 scaled mile journey highlighting each Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps’ birthplace. Each mile run translates to three miles on the virtual map. Running Teams are challenged to complete the total mileage between January 1, 2024, to November 10, 2024, logging in the incremental distances.
Marine Corps Marathon Media Credential Requests
MCM Weekend Events from October 27-29
Media may now submit requests to cover the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) and MCM Weekend events from Friday, Oct 27 through Marathon Day, Sunday, Oct 29, 2023.
NEW ARMED FORCES SERIES CHALLENGE SET TO BEGIN IN 2024
The Air Force Marathon, in conjunction with four other service-level armed forces road races, announced the creation of the Armed Forces Series Challenge at the marathon’s Finish Line Festival on Sept. 16.
The challenge involves completing the Air Force Marathon, Army Ten-Miler, Coast Guard Marathon, Marine Corps Marathon and Space Force T-Minus 10 Miler, which are held from April to December each year.
Defending Champion Races to Another Victory at Quantico 12K
Over 600 Finishers completed the 7.46 mile event
Woodbridge, Va. resident, Jonathan Ladson, 32 years old, defended his title as the Quantico 12K overall winner with a scorching time of 43:11 this morning aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico on the grounds of the Officer Candidate School. Ladson was the first of 630 runners who rose to the challenge and completed the 7.46 mile event.
Registration Now Open for MCMO Turkey Trot 10K and Mile
Turkey Trot 10K is final qualifier for Distinguished Participant medal in 2023
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced that registration for the Turkey Trot 10K and Mile will open to the public today at noon EST on marinemarathon.com. The event will run aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico on November 18.
New Shoe Sponsor Announced for Marine Corps Marathon Organization
Partnership with Altra Running begins with 48th MCM
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today that Altra Running has come onboard as the new Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) footwear partner starting with the 48th MCM Weekend in October.
48th MCM Sells Out
Entries Remain for the MCM50K, MCM10K and MCM Kids Run
Over 23,000 runners from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and 63 countries are now registered to run the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) on October 29 in Arlington, Virginia and our nation’s capital.
2022 Devil Dog Double Champion Defends Title By Shattering Course Record
The Devil Dog Double is part of the Marine Corps Historic Half Events
Jonathan Ladson, age 31, from Dale City, Va. was the first to cross the finish line of the Devil Dog Double with a new course record of 1:41:22. “My goal for today was to come back and defend my title,” said Ladson. “I felt really good and came through the 13.1 way ahead of the course record so I wanted to push harder.” The previous record was 1:43:56 set in 2019 by Matt O’Neil.
MCMO Charity Partner Gifts House to Fredericksburg Veteran
Building Homes For Heroes presented the house during the Healthy Lifestyle Expo Opening Ceremony
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) Charity Partner, Building Homes for Heroes, had the pleasure of presenting a Fredericksburg Veteran with keys to a new home during the Healthy Lifestyle Expo Opening Ceremony this afternoon in Fredericksburg, Va., kicking off the weekend long festivities surrounding the Marine Corps Historic Half Events.
Healthy Lifestyle Expo Open to Runners and Public This Weekend
Featuring experiences on May 19 & 20
The Healthy Lifestyle Expo will open its doors and make fitness fun for thousands of runners and guests on Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend
Events will run on Sunday, May 21
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps Historic Half Events will be running live and in-person on Sunday, May 21 throughout Fredericksburg, Virginia, causing some road closures and delays. Over 5,000 runners will begin running either the Marine Corps Historic Half (13.1 miles), Semper 5ive (5 miles) or Devil Dog Double (18.1 miles) at 6:00 a.m., with the last participant estimated to finish around 10:00 a.m. Significant delays should be expected between 4:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on event day.
New Apparel Sponsor Announced for Marine Corps Marathon Organization
Recover Brands will introduce MCM Apparel for the 2023 event
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today that Recover Brands has come onboard as the new Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) apparel sponsor starting with the 48th MCM Weekend in October. Recover comes on board after Brooks stepped away in late 2022.
Marine Corps Historic Half Media Credentials
Access to Historic Half Weekend events from May 19-21 available now
Media may now submit requests to cover Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events, which are held from Friday, May 19 through Sunday, May 21, 2023.
Registration Opens for the MCM Kids Run
The one mile fun run returns to the Pentagon
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) opens registration today at noon EST for the popular MCM Kids Run at www.marinemarathon.com.
MCM Health & Fitness Expo Vendor Registration Now Open
Exhibit at the MCM Weekend Expo from October 28-29
Vendor registration for the MCM Health & Fitness Expo at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Exhibit Halls C & D. The expo is part of the MCM Weekend events.
Marine Corps 17.75K Champion Defends Title
Over 2,300 runners battled rain and rolling hills to gain ‘Access Granted’
Alex Trouteaud, age 43, from Barnesville, Md. repeated as the overall winner of the Marine Corps 17.75K on Saturday, March 25 at Prince William Forest Park in Prince William, Va. Trouteaud battled through the cold and rain to better his 2022 win by over a minute crossing the finish line at 1:02:59.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps 17.75K
Event will run on Saturday, March 25
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps 17.75K will be running live and in-person on Saturday, March 25 at Prince William Forest Park, causing some road closures and delays. Over 3,000 runners will begin running the 11.03 mile course at 7:00 a.m., with the last participant estimated to finish around 11:00 a.m. Significant delays should be expected between 4:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. on event day.
Registration Opens for MCMO Quantico 12K
Event marks the third event for Distinguished Participant qualifiers
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced that registration for the Quantico 12K will open to the public today at noon EST on marinemarathon.com. The Quantico 12K will run live and in-person on August 26 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.
General Registration Opens for 48th Marine Corps Marathon Weekend
Runners can register for live or virtual option of three main events
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced that registration for the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend will open to the public today at noon EST on marinemarathon.com. Entries will be available on a first come, first served basis.
NOVA Public Schools Presented with Healthy School Award
Students acknowledged for participation in 2022 MCM Kids Run
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) recognized aspiring runners from area elementary students by presenting the 2022 Healthy School Award to four Northern Virginia schools today. These schools earned this recognition for having top student participation in the MCM Kids Run that ran on October 29, 2022 at Long Bridge Park in Arlington, Virginia.
Marine Corps Historic Half Expo Vendor Registration Now Open
Vendors may now register to exhibit at the Healthy Lifestyle Expo located at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center in Fredericksburg, Virginia from Friday, May 19 through Saturday, May 20, 2023. The expo is part of the Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events. Vendors can register by completing the 2023 Healthy Lifestyle Expo Vendor Form.
Registration Opening for Marine Corps 17.75K
Registration for the 11th Marine Corps 17.75K opens today at noon EST at www.marinemarathon.com. The 11.03 mile event begins at 7 a.m. along Dumfries Road/Route 234 in Prince William County on March 25. All live finishers will receive a guaranteed entry or ‘Access Granted’ to the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) in October.
MCM Hall of Fame Member Announced As New MCMO Director
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today that Alex Hetherington will be the new MCMO Director effective immediately.
Local Runner Continues MCM Event Series Excellence
About 200 runners earned the Distinguished Participant Medal
Johnathan Ladson of Dale City, Va., age 31, finished first of 520 runners in this morning’s Turkey Trot 10K and Mile aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, one final calorie-burning event before Thanksgiving.
Marine Completes Semper Fi Challenge Sweep With MCM Victory
Over 16,000 crossed the finish line as the event returned to live running since 2019
U.S. Marine Corps Captain Kyle King, from Yucca Valley, California won the 47th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) on Sunday, October 30 in the event’s return to live running since 2019.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps Marathon Weekend
Events will run on October 29 and October 30
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend Events will be running live and in-person on Saturday, October 29 and Sunday, October 30 throughout Arlington, Virginia and the nation’s capital, causing some road closures and delays.
Virtual Registration Opens for Operation Iraqi Freedom 200.3 Miler
MCMO adds new virtual event to commemorate 20th anniversary
Registration for the Operation Iraqi Freedom 200.3 Miler will open today at noon EST at www.marinemarathon.com. The new virtual event commemorating the 20th anniversary of the operation that began on March 20, 2003 will run from February 1 to March 19, 2023. Individuals or teams of runners may complete the 200.3 miles during the same window of time, logging in the incremental distances.
Marine Corps Marathon Media Credential Requests
MCM Weekend Events from October 28-30
Media may now submit requests to cover the 47th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) and MCM Weekend events from Friday, Oct 28 through marathon day, Sunday, Oct 30, 2022.
New Locations for MCM Runners Village and MCM Kids Run Announced
Both events will now be hosted in National Landing
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced new locations for the 2022 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Runners Village and MCM Kids Run during a press conference this morning at Long Bridge Park in National Landing.
Last Chance to Register for the 47th Marine Corps Marathon and MCM50K
Several important deadlines approaching for MCM Weekend
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today that live and virtual registration for the 47th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) and the MCM50K will officially close on September 7.
Familiar Face Tops Runners at Quantico 12K
Over 500 Finishers rose to the challenge and completed the 7.46 mile event
More than 500 runners rose to the challenge of the Quantico 12K aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico this morning.
Registration Now Open for MCMO Turkey Trot 10K and Mile
Turkey Trot 10K is final qualifier for Distinguished Participant medal in 2022
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced that registration for the Turkey Trot 10K and Mile will open to the public today at noon EST on marinemarathon.com. The event will run aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico on November 19.
New Photography Sponsor Announced for Marine Corps Marathon Organization
FinisherPix sponsorship will begin with 2023 event schedule
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today that FinisherPix, a component of the Outside Interactive Inc. network, will come onboard as the new photography sponsor for all events starting in 2023.
The 15th Marine Corps Historic Half Celebrates Return to Live Running
Three events hosted a combined total of nearly 4,000 finishers
Almost 4,000 runners from 48 states and 7 countries conquered the streets of Fredericksburg, Virginia for the 2022 Marine Corps Historic Half Events, which encompasses the 13.1 mile Marine Corps Historic Half, the five mile Semper 5ive and the 18.1 mile Devil Dog Double.
Healthy Lifestyle Expo Open to Runners and Public This Weekend
Featuring samples and experiences on May 20 & 21
The Healthy Lifestyle Expo will open its doors and make fitness fun for thousands of runners and guests on Friday, May 20 and Saturday, May 21. The Expo is free and open to the public at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center (2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway). Free parking is available.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend
Events will run on Sunday, May 22
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps Historic Half Events will be running live and in-person on Sunday, May 22 throughout Fredericksburg, Virginia, causing some road closures and delays.
Marine Corps Historic Half Media Credentials
Access to Historic Half Weekend events from May 20-22 available now
Media may now submit requests to cover Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events, which are held from Friday, May 20 through Sunday, May 22, 2022.
Registration Opens for MCM10K and MCM Kids Run
The six mile and one mile events returning to live participation
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) opens registration today at noon EST for the popular MCM10K, presented by Navy Federal Credit Union, and the MCM Kids Run events at www.marinemarathon.com.
47th MCM Live Event Sells Out
Virtual Entries Remain for 47th Marine Corps Marathon
Nearly 20,000 runners from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 47 countries are now set to run the live and in-person 47th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM).
10th Marine Corps 17.75K Runs Live in Prince William Forest Park
1,901 finishers earned Access Granted to the 47th MCM
More than 1,900 runners from 37 states and 5 countries completed the live and in-person Marine Corps 17.75K on Saturday, March 26 at Prince William Forest Park in Prince William, Va. Each live finisher, who will be 14 years old and up on marathon event day, received Access Granted into the 47th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) on October 30, 2022.
MCMO Announces Traffic Advisory for Marine Corps 17.75K
Event will run on Saturday, March 26
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) reminds the public that the Marine Corps 17.75K will be running live and in-person on Saturday, March 26 at Prince William Forest Park, causing some road closures and delays. Over 2,400 runners will begin running the 11.03 mile course at 7:00 a.m., with the last participant estimated to finish around 11:00 a.m. Significant delays should be expected between 4:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. on event day.
Registration Announced for MCMO Quantico 12K
The Quantico 12K marks the third event for Distinguished Participant qualifiers
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced that registration for the Quantico 12K will open to the public today at noon EST on marinemarathon.com. The Quantico 12K will run live and in-person on August 20 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.
General Registration Opens for 47th Marine Corps Marathon and MCM50K
Runners can register for live or virtual option
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced that registration for the 47th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) will open to the public today at noon EST on marinemarathon.com. Entries will be available on a first come, first served basis.
MCM50K Awarded 2022 RRCA Eastern Region Ultra Championship
Registration for the event will open on February 16
The MCM50K was awarded the Eastern Region Ultra Championship for 2022 by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). This is the third year the event has earned a RRCA championship status. In 2020 and 2021, the MCM50K was designated the RRCA District of Columbia Ultra Championship.
Marine Corps Historic Half Expo Vendor Registration Now Open
Access to Historic Half Weekend Expo from May 20-21
Vendors may now register to exhibit at the Healthy Lifestyle Expo located at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center in Fredericksburg, Virginia from Friday, May 20 through Saturday, May 21, 2022. The expo is part of the Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events.
Registration Announced for Marine Corps Marathon Organization’s June Events
Both events are Distinguished Participant qualifiers
Registration for the Belleau Wood 8K and the Crossroads Trail 15K will open today at noon EST at www.marinemarathon.com. Both events will be running live and in-person aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico on June 25.
Marine Corps 17.75K Returning to Prince William Forest Park
All live finishers will receive ‘Access Granted’ to 47th MCM
Registration for the 10th Marine Corps 17.75K opens today at noon EST at www.marinemarathon.com.
MCMO Unveils 2022 Event Schedule
Popular races return to running lineup along with favorite challenges
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) unveiled the 2022 event lineup today.
2022 Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend to Run Live
Registration is now open for all three events
The Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend will return live and in-person to Fredericksburg, VA on May 20 – 22, 2022. Runners can celebrate by registering now for the Marine Corps Historic Half (MCHH), Semper 5ive or Devil Dog Double at www.marinemarathon.com.
Turkey Trot 10K and Mile Returns in 2021
More than 400 runners and their families gathered aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico this morning to run the Turkey Trot 10K and Mile, one final calorie-burning event before Thanksgiving. The event returned live and in-person following last year’s virtual-only event due to COVID safety guidelines.
Virtual Registration Opens for Vietnam 196.7 Miler
MCM Organization adds new virtual event to commemorate co-founder
Registration for the Vietnam 196.7 Miler opened today. The new virtual event will run from February 1 to March 18, 2022. Individuals or teams of runners may complete the 196.7 miles during the same window of time, logging in the incremental distances.
2021 MCM Weekend Officially Canceled Due to Safety Precautions
MCM, MCM50K, MCM10K Now Virtual-Only Events
The 2021 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend events scheduled for Friday, October 29 through Sunday, October 31 in Arlington, Virginia and the nation’s capital, have been canceled due to security and safety precautions currently in place.
MCMO to Debut New Virtual Vietnam 196.7 Miler in 2022
September 23, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced today the Vietnam 196.7 Miler, a new virtual event to run from February 1 to March 18, 2022. Runners ages 10 and up will have the choice to tackle the distance solo or as part of a team.
The distance of 196.7 miles was specifically chosen to highlight the year of Operation Prairie II, the military operation commanded by Brigadier General Michael P. Ryan. Eight years later as a Major General, Ryan would co-found the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), along with Colonel James L. Fowler, to promote the United States Marine Corps and serve as a recruitment tool.
MCM, MCM50K and MCM10K Live Event Sells Out
September 15, 2021
More than 13,000 runners from all 50 states and the District of Columbia are now set to run live during Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend. The reduced number of participants is part of the COVID-19 precautions taken by the Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) to safely execute a live event for runners in 2021. Virtual entries remain for 46th Marine Corps Marathon, MCM50K and MCM10K.
26-Year-Old Amanda Beucler breaks record and finishes with 46:35 on Marine Corps Base Quantico
August 21, 2021
On Saturday, August 21, 2021, the Quantico 12K presented by Pohanka hosted 298 runners on a journey through the grounds of the Officer Candidate School (OCS) aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. The 7.46-mile run offered unique access to the training area for future Marines. Matthew Rouse, 35, from Quantico, VA, met the challenge earning the title top finisher in 44:27.
Two Races on the same Day – The Innaugural Crossroads Trail 15K and the Belleau Wood 8K
June 19, 2021
376 runners listened to their inner Devil Dog and ran and conqured the hills of Quantico. It was a challenging run aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico for 374 finishers in the Crossroads Trail 15K and the Belleau Wood 8K on Saturday, June 19, 2021. Israel Diaz, from Springfield, VA, met the challenge earning the title of top finisher in 34:24. Spencer Elmore, 31, from Waldorf MD earned the top finisher title for the Crossroads Trail 15K at 1:05:46.
Live 2021 Marine Corps Marathon Weekend Announced
May 18, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) today announced that the 2021 Marine Corps Marathon Weekend will be held live and in-person October 29-31 in Arlington, VA and the nation’s capital.
New Course, New Record Set for Live Semper 5ive Event
May 18, 2021
More than 300 runners from 18 states attended the live Semper 5ive on Saturday, May 15 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. An additional 4,446 runners across the United States and 22 countries completed the virtual Semper 5ive, as well as the sold out Marine Corps Historic Half and Devil Dog Double events between April 24 and May 16.
13-Year-Old Earns Top Finisher for New Quantico Crucible
April 20, 2021
It was a challenging run through the hills of Marine Corps Base Quantico for the 230 finishers in the inaugural Quantico Crucible on Saturday, April 17, 20201. Izrael Diaz, 13, from Springfield, VA, met the challenge earning the title top finisher in 27:24.
Registration Now Open for MCM10K
April 14, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) opens registration today at noon Eastern for the MCM10K event.
MCM50K Awarded RRCA District of Columbia Ultra Championship
March 31, 2021
The MCM50K was awarded the District of Columbia Ultra Championship for 2021 by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). This is the second year the event has earned championship status.
Marine Corps Marathon Organization Introduces Diplomat Influencer Program
March 24, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) is excited to announce the launch of the Four Star Diplomat program and has opened applications for individuals to apply to participate as a social media influencer. Diplomats are enthusiastic about running, proud to participate in MCMO events and identify with the Organization’s mission to promote physical fitness, community goodwill and showcase the organizational skills of the Marine Corps.
Marine Corps 17.75K Kicks Off Live MCM Event Series for 2021
March 23, 2021
More than 400 runners from 24 states attended the live Marine Corps 17.75K on Saturday, March 20 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. An Additional 2,220 runners across the United States and 17 countries completed the virtual version of the event between March 6 and March 20.
Marine Corps Marathon Launches Virtual Expo for May 2021
March 19, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) will launch its first-ever virtual expo this May to accomany live and virtual Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events. From May 8 through May 15, participants will have the chance to tour the digital marketplace, take advantage of special offers, make purchases and engage with sponsors, partners, local businesses and various vendors and exhibitors.
Registration Announced for 46th Marine Corps Marathon
March 9, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) today announced that registration for the 46th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) opens to the public on Wednesday, March 10 at noon Eastern.
Live Version of Semper 5ive to be Hosted on Marine Corps Base Quantico
March 3, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) has confirmed the status of the 2021 Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events. The 13.1-mile Historic Half marathon and the 18.1-mile Devil Dog Double will be conducted as virtual-only events, while the five-mile Semper 5ive event will be held live on Saturday, May 15 in a new location, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.
New Virtual Tandem Event Teams Runners and their Dogs
February 24, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) announced a new virtual event for dogs and their owners to set their own pace and accumulate mileage from July 1 to July 5, 2021.
New Virtual Interactive Event for Half Marathon Runners
February 22, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization is introducing Mission Ready: Historic Half. The virtual interactive event spans the six weeks prior to Historic Half Weekend and offers three tiers of registration options based on the training miles runners will accumulate before their Historic Half event.
Runners Offered Early Registration for 46th Marine Corps Marathon
February 19, 2021
Starting Wednesday, Feb. 24 MCM Runners Club have a two-week, early-registration window to enter the 46th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) and the 2021 MCM50K.
Live & Virtual Registration Announced for June MCMO Events
February 17, 2021
Registration for the Belleau Wood 8K and the new Crossroads Trail 15K will open today at noon ET. In addition to the live versions of these events on Saturday, June 19 aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, virtual options will be available.
Live Version of Marine Corps 17.75K Confirmed for March 20
February 10, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) will be hosting a limited-capacity, in-person, live version of the Marine Corps 17.75K on Saturday, March 20 in a new location, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. Traditionally, the event has been hosted in Prince William Forest Park.
Marine Corps Marathon Announces 2020 Healthy School Awards
January 25, 2021
The Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) will present the 2020 Healthy School Award to the five Northern Virginia elementary schools who have earned the recognition for having the most student participants in the MCM Semper Fun Mile. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the annual MCM Kids Run was rebranded to the MCM Semper Fun Mile, a one-mile virtual-only event for kids to run with their parents or guardians between September 27 – November 10.
New, In-Person Quantico Crucible 50K to Challenge Strength and Stamina
January 5, 2021
The final challenge of recruit training for the United States Marine Corps is known as the Crucible – a 54-hour training exercise where recruits are broken down into squads before facing tasks that test their physical strength, skills and the values they learned throughout training. Only those who make it through this challenge are handed their Eagle, Globe and Anchors, symbolizing the completion of the grueling journey to earn the coveted title of U.S. Marine.
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