Join J&A Racing for Global Running Day on June 5, 2019, and make your miles matter! Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone to get moving. It doesn’t matter how fast you run or how far you go—what’s important is that you take part. Take Part | J&A Racing Fun
Sign your kids up for an experience that will change their outlook on fitness. We have taken the best parts of summer and added-in fun fitness elements to make a camp experience your kids won’t forget. Thanks to our host, the Brock Environmental Center, campers will get to explore Pleasure House Point Nature Area, the Lynnhaven River, and the Chesapeake Bay.
Most teachers take the summer off, but not Tasha Hurst, English teacher at Ocean Lakes High School. A member of the Virginia Beach J&A Racing PR Crew and an active participant in our local fitness community, Ms. Hurst continued to teach her students through the summer by encouraging them to embrace a healthy lifestyle.
On December 19th, Sedonia Triepel, a student at First Colonial High School, was involved in a serious car accident in Virginia Beach. She is an intelligent and creative young lady and an active member of the Legal Studies Academy. She runs Cross Country, rows with the Crew team, and vocalizes her passions through Debate and Forensics.
Let’s show Sedonia that the Hampton Roads running community is pulling for her, by coming together for a long run on the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend course.
There will be pace groups, water stops, a “special” mile honoring Sedonia and a guest appearance from the “Mayor of Running”, Bart Yasso! All levels welcome.
First Colonial High School will be accepting donations for Sedonia’s recovery at Murphy’s Irish Pub throughout the morning. 100% of the proceeds will go to Sedonia for medical expenses.
You can follow along with Sedonia’s recovery by visiting and posting your support through her Caring Bridge website: https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/sedoniatriepel/journal ”
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
| 3:00 | 4:05 |
| 3:10 | 4:20 |
| 3:20 | 4:35 |
| 3:35 | 4:50 |
| 3:50 | 5:00 |
“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.
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.
Get out and celebrate fitness any way you’d like (run, walk, hike, bike, etc.), then document it use the hashtag #milesovermalls. We will pick our favorite picture for a free race entry to any J&A Racing single distance event.
Want to show off your commitment? Register for any open J&A Racing event on Black Friday and receive a free “Miles Over Malls” decal.
Join J&A Racing for our free Community Run presented by Waterside District and make your miles matter on August 15th.
For 2018, the J&A Racing Foundation is focused on making running accessible to the Hampton Roads youth population. Our friends at the Waterside District will provide $10 gift cards to any runner who donates at least $10 to the J&A Racing Foundation. Cash, check or credit are all accepted.
Thanks to your contributions next week, J&A Racing will be able to provide free running shoes to Norfolk’s youth this Fall.
Meet us behind Waterside District at The Yard at 6:15PM! Run will start at 6:30PM!
Come see for yourself why Runner’s World named The Neighborhood Harvest Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon presented by Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Orthopedics a must run Half Marathon! Are you looking for a flat and fast course? Do you love running by the water? Are you a craft beer lover? The Neighborhood Harvest Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon Weekend is the perfect place to run, crawl, and celebrate.
Enjoy 13.1 miles through the best of Hampton, Virginia. Our course will take you through the historic downtown and its surrounding neighborhoods set beside the Chesapeake Bay and the Hampton Roads Harbor. Enjoy live music, cheer zones, candy stops, and other surprises along the way.
Our race season has come to an end, and we are cleaning house (or office and warehouse). Swing by HK on the Bay on Saturday, June 9th to shop our sidewalk sale. Stop by to stock up on your race day favorites. HK on the Bay will treat our shoppers to brunch specials and live entertainment. Come do some shopping and hang out with the J&A Racing Staff.
We will be selling past race items including finisher items, race shirts, race towels, race hats, and clearance store items.
Cash and Credit Card will be accepted.
