New Pace Groups Times Offered for Boston Qualifier Hopefuls

The Yuengling Shamrock Marathon, known for its fast and flat course, scenic views, and enthusiastic finish line, has always been a runner’s top choice to qualify for the Boston Marathon. In an effort to aid participants who aim to qualify for the 2020 Boston Marathon, J&A Racing today announced new pace group times for the 2019 Yuengling Shamrock Marathon. The move comes following this year’s change in Boston qualifying standards for 2020 and beyond.

For many years runners have chosen the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon as their Boston qualifier course of choice. J&A Racing partners with the Running Etc. Pace Team to help runners achieve their goals at this world class race with a hometown feel. The 2019 Yuengling Shamrock Marathon pace groups will feature times from 3:00 to 4:50 to align with the new Boston Marathon qualifying times, which are faster than in years past.

 

2019 Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Pace Groups

3:004:05
3:104:20
3:204:35
3:354:50
3:505:00

“The Yuengling Shamrock Marathon is a great race to run if you’re hoping to toe the line at the Boston Marathon,” said Jerry Frostick, co-owner of J&A Racing. “Our goal is to make sure our races offer the best possible experience for participants of all abilities, and these updates to our pace teams will help our faster runners achieve their goals.”

Pace groups are also offered for participants of the Anthem Shamrock Half Marathon. Those pace group times range from 1:35 to 2:45.

The 47th annual Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend will take place March 15-17, 2019 at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. For more information, visit shamrockmarathon.com.

The Couple That Runs Together

The sold-out 2018 Chartway Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon Weekend brings record setting numbers to Norfolk

November 19, 2018 – NORFOLK, VIRGINIA – Nearly 6,000 runners and walkers crossed the finish line of the sold-out Chartway Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon Weekend presented Bon Secours DePaul Orthopedics completing the half marathon, half marathon relay, 5K or kids mile.

“This was the 5th annual Chartway Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon, and it is exciting to see this race grow year after year. Being part of the holiday kick off weekend in Norfolk makes a great experience for all our runners,” said Jerry Frostick, co-owner of J&A Racing. “From watching every finisher cross the finish line to seeing Santa in the Grand Illumination Parade, this weekend reminds us all of the magic of believing.”

Roger Hopper of Norfolk, Virginia won the Chartway Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon with a finish time of 1:14:01. The winner of the half marathon on the women’s side was Leia Lautzenheiser of Midlothian, Virginia. She broke the tape in 1:25:43.

“It was prefect today: great weather, the course was good, good competition. This was my first time running this race, and it was great. I love running through all the hot spots of Norfolk” said Roger Hopper.

After crossing the finish line, participants headed to a post-race party at Town Point Park to enjoy Blue Moon Beer, Refuel Stew from the Culinary Institute of Virginia and live music.

“Today was a celebration of the City of Norfolk. The course was absolutely amazing. It was flat. It was fast. There were lots of people cheering us on. I couldn’t have asked for a better day,” said Anne Furlow, Get Nauti Challenge participant.

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