The HMRRC Board of Directors has launched a program to provide financial grants to (1) youth under 18 years of age and (2) qualifying college or university running clubs, enabling them to participate in certain HMRRC races at a discount or for free.

The 2025 Boilermaker 15K Road Race is set for Sunday, July 13, and the Kinderhook Runners Club (KRC) is once again offering a convenient and fun chartered bus trip to the race in Utica.

Sometimes the thing
becomes more than the thing itself.

For Michelle Merlis, this thing
is the Escarpment Trail Run (ETR). 

Jack Huber is a Capital Region runner whose recent breakthrough in the 1500 meters—clocking an impressive 3:45—has brought him within striking distance of the iconic 4-minute mile barrier. Tom O'Grady spoke with him about that pursuit, the lessons learned along the way, and what it might take to close the final gap.

The Shrader Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to six student athletes who participate in track and field and/or cross country at a Section 2 high school and plan to continue running in college on either a team or with a club. The award's purpose is to encourage and support young runners in their efforts to make running a lifelong part of a healthy lifestyle. This year's winners represent a diverse group of highly talented young people. Each winner will receive a one-time $3000 scholarship to apply towards educational expenses.  

By Benita Zahn

Our memory isn’t always accurate. We may remember something as being wonderful but when we return to it it’s just not as delightful. Not the Brooklyn Half Marathon. It was 13 years since I ran that race and I couldn’t wait to return and it was just as good as I recall. The crowds were friendly, the sights engaging, course support is spot on, and you just can’t beat running into Coney Island before the rides open.

Summer Pierson, a Niskayuna High School product whose talent and longevity enabled her to compete in the U.S. Olympic Trials a remarkable six times over 21 years, heads the list of 2025 inductees for the Greater Capital Region Track, Field and Cross Country Hall of Fame.

Pierson is among 10 athletes and coaches in the eighth class of inductees who will be honored at the annual banquet on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Albany Marriott in Colonie. They join an impressive roster of 79 prior inductees that includes Olympians, state and national champions, Section 2 record holders and award-winning coaches and officials.

Tickets for the induction banquet, $60, may be reserved at https://zippy-reg.com/register/hofbanquet or by visiting runtrackhof.com.

Nancy Clark counsels both fitness exercisers and competitive athletes.

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Article 3: Sports Foods: Questions and Concerns

By Mark Mindel

In both the team scoring and individual results the Delightful Run For Women 5k, formerly and still widely known as the Freihofer's RFW, was a local affair with team awards going mostly to our local affiliated USATF ADK teams and runners placing 7th through 12th all hailing from the Greater Capital District.

By Sally Drake

In this column, I feature a yoga pose, breathing technique or guided meditation that is beneficial for runners. Yoga improves flexibility; increases strength; enhances balance and stability; provides stress relief and promotes faster recovery. Even just a few minutes of yoga added to your routine will have a positive impact on your running, your recovery and your mindset as an athlete.

Pilar - Congratulations on completing your Six Star journey—you’ve earned every mile, every medal, and every moment! 

Pilar Arthur-Snead completed the Abbott World Major Marathon. Pilar was featured in the Boston Globe as part of a spotlight on non-traditional Boston Marathon runners—showing that heart, not pace, defines greatness.

If you are a club member with an amazing running accomplishment that you want to share, please let us know!

A great way to give back to the running community is to serve on the board of directors of the Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club ("HMRRC").

Denis Hurley is the current vice president of HMRRC. Denis shares that serving on the board is fun, interesting, and rewarding.

Anyone interested in finding out more please contact denis.hurley@hmrrc.com or any member of the board.
 

Board member's names and contact information can be found on the club website.

The Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC) has officially moved into its new "clubhouse" at 930 Albany Shaker Road in Latham. The new location offers easier access to bike paths, upgraded amenities, a more central hub for meetings and events—and a dedicated, modern facility for race supplies and the club van.