RRCA News

Arlington, VA – The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is pleased to announce the designation of five new Runner Friendly Communities® for summer 2026: Austin, Texas Columbia, Missouri McKinney, Texas Northfield/Dundas, Minnesota Reston, Virginia The RRCA’s Runner Friendly Community program celebrates communities that have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to creating environments where running can

Earlier this month when professional cyclist, former Team USA member and Gravel Hall of Famer Ali Tetrick was pounding out a 100K race, one thing was different – she wasn’t on her bike! She picked up running just over 18 months ago, and is already completing ultras. We checked in with Ali to discuss her

RRCA to Award Over $30,000 in Grants to Youth Running Programs Nationwide in 2026 Falls Church, Virginia – The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is proud to continue its support for youth running by awarding over $30,000 in grants ranging from $500 to $1,000 through the Kids Run the Nation program in 2026. Established

As active forest fires around the US and Canada continue each summer, the RRCA reminds runners, race directors, coaches, and club leaders about its Safe Events Guidelines to assist race directors facing high AQI conditions and how to proceed with events. Air quality index (AQI) has become a nationwide condition that race directors should be

Hot weather affects elementary-age runners differently than teenage and adult runners. Children’s bodies aren’t able to cool themselves the same way as teen and adult bodies and can therefore become overheated much more quickly. The RRCA recommends that parents and youth running program leaders take the following precautions to ensure a fun and safe environment

Collin Dylla Wins RRCA West Region Championship, Sets Mile Record of 4:06 TUCSON, AZ – On a hot Tucson night with temperatures in the low 90’s the 20th Anniversary of the TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run/Walk and Festival of Miles officially solidified its legacy as one of Arizona’s premier running events, drawing a

Celebrating Towns and Cities Where Running Thrives   The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is inviting communities nationwide to apply for the prestigious Runner Friendly Community designation—a recognition that shines a spotlight on places where running is not just a sport, but a way of life. This national program celebrates communities that champion running

at the 68th RRCA National Convention The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is pleased to announce Phil Stewart and Brent Ayer as the first recipients of the RRCA Legacy Builder Award. This special honor is reserved for those who have made a significant and lasting contribution to RRCA programs which shape the future of

In accordance with Article XIV(B)(2) of the By-Laws of the Road Runners Club of America, The RRCA’s Board Development Committee* unanimously presents the following slate of recommended candidates for election to the RRCA Board of Directors in May 2026: President – Lisa Rippe (new to this role)  Lisa served as the RRCA State Representative for

Rich Kenah and Jared Ward Falls Church, VA – Founded in 1971, the RRCA Distance Running Hall of Fame inducts American runners that have attained extraordinary levels of achievement in the sport of distance running as either an athlete or a key influencer (an individual that has contributed a considerable amount of their time and