Top 10 Reasons to Run

Top 10 Reasons To Run In The Marshall Marathon

  1. Be a part of THE largest marathon in West Virginia
  2. A super fast and flat course (great for running a BQ!).
  3. Earn a unique Finishing Medal
  4. Fantastic Asics Jacket to early registrants;  Asics short sleeve tech shirts for later registrants
  5. Help donate to the Wounded Warriors Program of WV
  6. Scenic views of  the Ohio River and the majestic parks of  Huntington, WV
  7. Meet Marco, the mascot of Marshall University
  8. Carry a football to the goal line finish at Marshall University Football Stadium
  9. Place a flower at the Marshall University Memorial fountain
  10. Celebrate the running of the Marshall University-St Mary’s Marathon with great post race food and refreshments on the football field