Representing the USA at the London Marathon

Posted on April 20, 2013 by John E.

On Sunday, April 21, 2013, Phil Cappa and Ivonne Mosquera-Schmidt will be wearing USA singlets and representing the USA at the Virgin London Marathon.  The marathon is one of the world’s majors, and extra eyes will be on it after the events of Boston this past week.  Ivonne is an exceptional runner and triathlete who just happens to be visually impaired.  She was one of the few chosen by the national organization to compete at the London Marathon, and Phil will act as her guide.  Good luck!

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Citywide Group Run Honoring Those Affected by Boston Marathon Tragedy – Thursday night, 7 p.m.

Posted on April 16, 2013 by John E.

Philadelphia Runner has coordinated a city-wide run Thursday night on Thursday night to honor those affected by the Boston Marathon tragedy. Bringing everyone in the community together for group runs is the best way for us to show support in a respectful manner.

SPS, Fishtown Beer Runners, West Philly Runners, Fairmount Running Co/ Fairmount Runners and Philadelphia Runner Center City are all taking part. The preliminary plan is to meet at 7 p.m. at various locations throughout the city and then run to meet at City Hall at 7:25 or so with the other groups. From there, we can run towards the Liberty Bell and then the FBR post-run bar (Khyber Pass Pub).

The South Philly meet-up spot is 7th and Bainbridge, where FBR has its South Philly start on Thursday nights. People are encouraged to wear blue and yellow (Boston Marathon colors).  Additional details forthcoming.

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