May 2002 Newsletter

And The Winners Are . . .

The executive committee members of the National Long Distance Running Hall of Fame in Utica have announced the four running legends selected for induction into the class of 2002. Hall of Fame induction ceremonies will take place in Utica July 13, the eve of the 25th anniversary of the Boilermaker 15K, our nation's largest 9.3-mile road race. The public is invited to attend the ceremony, with autograph and photo opportunities available following the presentations.

And the winners are . . .

Browning Ross: Founder and first president of the Road Runners Club of America; Olympian; eight-time AAU cross country champion; published one of the first U.S. running magazines (predecessor to Runner's Gazette); pioneer in the U.S. running movement. Deceased.

Doris Brown Heritage: Five-time International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) world cross country champion; long-time distance running coach; once held 14 national titles; former world record holder in the 3,000 meters. Pioneer in women's running movement.

John J. Kelley ("the younger"): Credited with putting American distance running on the map with his '57 Boston Marathon victory; eight-time U.S. national marathon champion; two-time Olympian; runner-up at the Boston Marathon five times.

Bill Bowerman: Co-founder of Nike; legendary University of Oregon coach; credited with turning Eugene into the running capital of the world; coach of 24 NCAA individual champions; won four national team titles; coach of the '72 U.S. Olympic track and field team. Deceased.

Because the Boilermaker is celebrating its silver anniversary, runners are urged to register early and secure accomodations.

You can register online and receive detailed information at the official Web site: www.boilermaker.com. To request an application, write Utica Boilermaker, P.O. Box 512, Utica, N.Y. 13503-0512, or call (315) 797-5838.

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