Marshall University Marathon
Race Day Weather
Mild start, warm finish
Runners will face temperatures starting at 53°F and rising to 65°F by race end. With light winds from the SE, the wind will not significantly impact performance. Runners should maintain a steady pace through the first half, especially during the headwind at Mile 7, and can take advantage of the tailwind from Miles 10-11. Hydration will be essential as the race progresses into warmer temperatures.
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Race Info
The Marshall University Marathon is an annual marathon, half marathon and 3.25-mile run/walk held each November in Huntington, West Virginia. The course starts and finishes at Joan C. Edwards Stadium on the Marshall University campus, running through downtown Huntington, along the Ohio River and through Ritter Park before a finish on the football field. The race dates back to the early 2000s and includes a memorial flower placement near mile 26 honoring the 1970 Marshall University football team plane crash. It is USATF certified and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier.
