RRCA News

Falls Church, Virginia – May 8, 2025 – The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is honored to announce that longtime race director and running industry leader Phil Stewart has officially entrusted RRCA with the ownership and stewardship of Organizing Running Events: The Complete Guide to Staging a Successful Road Race, the definitive guide for […]

RRCA to Award Over $30,000 in Grants to Youth Running Programs Nationwide in 2025 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 2025. Established

Interactive camp to be hosted in Arlington, Virginia, July 10-12 prepares post-collegiate runners to launch a pro career in the sport Arlington, VA – The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is now accepting applications for the 2025 RunPro Camp, an interactive and educational experience designed for distance runners eager to transition into a pro

The Game Changers program, dedicated to fostering leadership among Women of Color (WOC) in the running community, proudly marks its fifth year in partnership with the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). This milestone reflects a shared commitment to increase diversity in coaching and leadership, empowering more people of color and individuals from varied backgrounds

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 April 2025: Western Region Director:Tim Bentley – Tucson, AZ Tim Bentley is a passionate run coach, mentor, and

Road Runners Club of America Chief Executive Officer, Jean Knaack, was on-site to welcome the winner NAPA, CA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The 46th Annual Kaiser Permanente Napa Valley Marathon and Half Marathon, which took place on Sunday, March 2nd, saw its largest field to date, welcoming 6,000+ runners to enjoy the beauty of Napa Valley’s

Janis Klecker, Chuck Engle, Jack Fleming, Vin Lananna 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 knowledge

Since 1971, the RRCA has honored the service and dedication of outstanding leaders in the running community. These individuals and organizations made significant contributions to the sport in 2024 by engaging and empowering everyone to run and by having outstanding performances in races. We are delighted to celebrate the RRCA National Running Award recipients at

The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is excited to announce the newest addition to Runner Friendly Communities® designation for winter 2024-25: Malden, Massachusetts Malden City Councilor Joe Winslow, in his letter of support for the designation, highlighted the city’s unique infrastructure, and its historical connection to the sport: “Malden hosts two miles of the

Annual Meeting Date: THURSDAY April 24, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM Central Location:  Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot: 225 3rd Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Attendance at the RRCA Convention is not required to attend the RRCA Annual Meeting but it is encouraged. The RRCA is informing members that the Board of Directors is presenting recommended updates