2015 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend Media Guide

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Thank You from Twin Cities In Motion!
Dear Friends in the Media,
On behalf of the Twin Cities In Motion Board of Directors, Staff and Association
Volunteers, welcome to the 34th annual Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend! Without you, we could
not share this premier weekend of events with the Twin Cities community, the nation, and the world. Thank
you for joining us to share the story of running. With a mission to promote fitness and wellness, one mile at
a time, among children, families, individuals and corporations in the Twin Cities, we are proud to host the
region’s signature endurance event.
Marathon weekend kicks off on Friday, October 2nd when the doors of Saint Paul RiverCentre open for the
Health & Fitness Expo. Some 45,000 event participants and other attendees will arrive on Friday and
Saturday to pick up their race packets, mingle with fellow runners, listen to expert speakers, and explore the
products and services of more than 120 expo exhibitors.
Running events get underway on Saturday morning, October 3rd with the TC 10K, the TC 5K, presented by
Fredrikson & Byron, and the Medtronic TC Family Events, making Saturday “A Day of Fun for the Whole
Family.” The day includes the popular Diaper Dash, presented by Pioneer Press, and Toddler Trot, as well as
a mascot race featuring TCM’s own Harry and Shelly.
The 17th running of the Medtronic TC 10 Mile will kick things off on Sunday morning, October 4th as more
than 10,500 registrants take “The Shortcut to the Capitol®.” The event again hosts the USATF Men’s and
Women’s 10 Mile Championships and features an Equalizer Bonus of $10,000 for the first runner — male or
female — to cross the finish line. Because repairs are still being made along West River Parkway, due to the
2014 mudslide, 10 mile runners will again race the opening miles of the event on a course that avoids the
parkway.
Later Sunday morning, in the weekend’s signature event, nearly 12,000 runners are set to race from
downtown Minneapolis to the Capitol grounds in St. Paul in the 34th Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon. The
event will host the USATF Masters Marathon Championship, for the 25th straight year drawing the nation’s
top 40-and-older marathoners to Minneapolis and St. Paul.
We thank you for your interest in the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend. We appreciate the effort
you put forth to help share our stories.
Sincerely,
Virginia Brophy Achman
Executive Director, Twin Cities In Motion
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................... 1-7
Sponsors.............................................................................................................. 3
Thank You from Twin Cities In Motion .................................................................. 5
Table of Contents ................................................................................................. 7
Media Information .................................................................... 9-13
Contact Information ............................................................................................. 10
At a Glance Weekend Schedule.......................................................................... 11
Media Specifics ................................................................................................... 12
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon ............................................ 15-33
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 16
The Course ........................................................................................................ 17
Start & Finish Line Maps ..................................................................................... 18
Point of Interest ................................................................................................... 20
Marathon Weather History ................................................................................. 21
2014 Marathon Photos ........................................................................................ 22
2014 Marathon Results ....................................................................................... 24
Marathon Participation History ............................................................................ 26
Marathon Logo History ........................................................................................ 27
Facts About the Marathon ................................................................................... 28
Marathon by the Numbers ................................................................................... 29
Medtronic Global Heroes..................................................................................... 30
Corporate Team Challenge ................................................................................. 32
The Charter Club ................................................................................................ 33
Medtronic TC 10 Mile .............................................................. 35-45
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 36
The Course ......................................................................................................... 37
Participation History & Facts ............................................................................... 38
Medtronic Global Heroes..................................................................................... 39
2014 10 Mile Photos ........................................................................................... 40
2014 10 Mile Results........................................................................................... 42
Media Challenge ................................................................................................. 34
Saturday Events ..................................................................... 47-57
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 48
TC 10K, TC 5K Map ............................................................................................ 49
Saturday Finish Line Map.................................................................................... 50
Corporate Team Challenge ................................................................................. 51
Saturday Events Photos ...................................................................................... 52
10K Results ........................................................................................................ 54
5K Results .......................................................................................................... 55
Twin Cities In Motion .............................................................. 57-74
We Are Twin Cities In Motion .............................................................................. 58
Association Volunteer Leadership ....................................................................... 59
Fundraising & Charitable Giving .......................................................................... 62
Twin Cities In Motion: Year-By-Year.................................................................... 67
Thank You! ......................................................................................................... 73
Supplements
Event History & Statistics
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Medtronic TC 10 Mile
TC 5K & TC 10K
Professional Athlete Biographies
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
USATF Masters Marathon Championships
USATF 10 Mile Championships
Photos in this publication by Paul Phillips/Competitive Image,
Wayne Kryduba, and CT Ryan Photography.
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Contact Information
Year-Round Office:
Twin Cities In Motion (TCM)
2635 University Avenue West, Suite 190
St. Paul, MN 55114
Tel: 651-289-7700
Email: [email protected]
Website: tcmevents.org
Marathon Weekend Office:
Saint Paul RiverCentre
175 West Kellogg Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55102
Office: 651-289-7700
Media Contacts:
Charlie Mahler
Media & Communications Manager
Office: 651-289-7708
Cell: 952-423-8126
Breanne Hegg
Marketing & Media Director
Office: 651-289-7704
Cell: 612-805-2183
Rebecca DeJarlais Ortiz
Communications & PR Committee Chair
651-249-7798
Vanessa Graetz
Online Engagement Manager
Office: 651-289-7713
Cell: 920-619-6372
Online Inform ation Website: tcmevents.org
Media Guide: tcmevents.org/media/
Facebook: /TwinCitiesInMotion
Twitter: @tcmarathon
Hashtags: #tcmarathon, #TC10Mile,
#TC5K, #TC10K
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At a Glance Weekend Schedule
Friday, October 2
Health & Fitness Expo (Saint Paul RiverCentre) .................................................................. Noon - 8:00 p.m.
Packet “Pic-Cup,” presented by Caribou Coffee (Saint Paul RiverCentre) ........................... Noon - 8:00 p.m.
Athlete News Conference (Saint Paul RiverCentre) ..................................................... 12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Offering presentations of and interview opportunities with professional athletes and “Faces in the Crowd” runners.
Expo Seminars (Saint Paul RiverCentre) ...................................................................... 1:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 3
Saturday Running Events (State Capitol grounds)
TC 10K ...........................................................................................................................................7:30 a.m.
Family Activity Tent.............................................................................................................. 8:00 a.m. - Noon
TC 5K Run/Walk, presented by Fredrikson & Byron .......................................................................9:00 a.m.
Medtronic TC Family Events:
Diana Pierce Family Mile, presented by Medica ............................................................................10:00 a.m.
Half Mile, presented by KS95 ........................................................................................................10:30 a.m.
Harry & Shelly’s Mascot Invitational ..............................................................................................11:00 a.m.
Diaper Dash, presented by Pioneer Press .....................................................................................11:15 a.m.
Toddler Trot ...................................................................................................................................11:30 a.m.
Expo Events
Health & Fitness Expo (Saint Paul RiverCentre) .......................................................... 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Packet “Pic-Cup,” presented by Caribou Coffee (Saint Paul RiverCentre) ................... 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Expo Seminars (Saint Paul RiverCentre) .................................................................... 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Pasta Party (Saint Paul RiverCentre) ............................................................................. 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 4
Starting Line Schedule
17th Annual Medtronic TC 10 Mile .................................................................................................. 7:00 a.m.
34th Annual Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon ................................................................. 7:55 a.m. (wheelers)
........................................................................................................................................................8:00 a.m.
Finish Line Schedule
Media Tent Opens ...........................................................................................................................7:00 a.m.
10 Mile Leaders Arrive .....................................................................................................................7:50 a.m.
Marathon Wheeler Leaders Arrives .................................................................................................9:40 a.m.
Male Marathon Leaders Arrives .....................................................................................................10:10 a.m.
Female Marathon Leaders Arrives .................................................................................................10:20 a.m.
Finish Line Closes ...........................................................................................................................2:15 p.m.
Media Tent Closes ...........................................................................................................................2:30 p.m.
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Media Specifics
Media Credentials
Media credentials are required to gain access to certain restricted areas of the marathon and to use the
media tent. Media may request credentials by applying to:
Charlie Mahler
Media & Communications Manager
E-mail: [email protected]
Office: 651-289-7708
Cell: 952-423-8126
Media Tent
The Media Tent will be accessible on Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a media credential. The
Media Tent, located on the median of John Ireland Blvd at 12th St. in St. Paul within a fenced off section to
the west of the finish chute, will include an area for working media, a Media Challenge hospitality
area for members of the media competing in the Medtronic TC 10 Mile Media Challenge competition, and the
controlled access point from which media with “F-Dot” credentials can access the finish chute.
Live Broadcast Link Locations
Television production trucks at the marathon start
line should plan to park on Portland Avenue south of
6th Street. (See map.) Use of trucks at the start line
must be approved in advance by Charlie Mahler, 952423-8126.
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The Media Tent will also be available on Saturday during the TC 10K, TC 5K, and the Medtronic TC Family
Events. The Media Tent will have wireless access for media use. Media working in the Media Tent will have
access to unofficial race results on tcmevents.org. Please work with Media Tent staff and volunteers for
results requests.
Trucks at the marathon finish line must park along
northbound Rice Street west of the John Ireland Blvd.
intersection. (See map) Due to finish area structures,
access to the location is from southbound Rice Street
only. DO NOT use Cedar Street to access the finish
area. Trucks CANNOT park on the grass for any
reason. Use of trucks at the finish line must be
approved in advance by Charlie Mahler, 952-4238126. Please call Charlie if you have any questions
or concerns.
TV Trucks
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Race Day Lead Vehicle
The Race Day Trolley serves as the lead vehicle for
the men’s marathon. Members of the media, race
commentators, pro recruiting volunteers, and VIPs
ride the trolley from start to finish. There will also be
a small lead vehicle calling the action in the women’s
marathon.
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To request a seat on the Trolley, contract Charlie
Mahler.
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Media Specifics (cont.)
Live Updates from the Course
For live updates on the professional races, follow live webcast coverage of the Medtronic TC 10 Mile and the
USATF 10 Mile Championships on USATF.tv. For the marathon, tune in 1500 ESPN where announcers Jeff
Metzdorff (co-owner of Mill City Running), Matt Gabrielson (runner-up, 2008 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon),
and Heather Kampf (two-time Medtronic TC 1 Mile champion) will be calling into the station as well as to the
finish line announcers with updates from the lead vehicles for the men’s and women’s marathon as well as the
10 mile. Twin Cities In Motion, through its website and social media platforms, will also provide race updates.
See page 10 of this resource for a listing of online resources.
Post-Race Interviews with Athletes
The top three male and female finishers in the USATF 10 Mile Championships and the Medtronic Twin Cities
Marathon, as well as the marathon wheeler champions and USA Masters Marathon champions, will be available for interviews immediately after the race in the Media Tent. Other athletes will be available at the Pro Athlete Tent. Twin Cities In Motion staff and volunteers will assist media in arranging interviews with athletes.
Photographs for Media Use
High resolution, captioned images will be made available solely for editorial use after the race. Visit Competitive
Image at http://www.competitiveimage.us. Go to STORE on the top menu and then to CLIENT ACCESS on the
pull down menu and enter the password (available from Charlie Mahler) to access the images.
From there you will see a page with the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon link. You will need to use your password a second time to see the images. You can also download images that are 2,000 pixels on a side. Credit
must be provided as: “Photo by Competitive Image courtesy of Twin Cities In Motion.”
For individual runner photos, Sport Photo, Inc. will provide images searchable by participant bib number at:
sportphoto.com. For permission to use Sport Photo images for media purposes, contact Charlie Mahler.
Results
Professional athlete results will be available in the Media Tent shortly after the first runners cross the finish line.
Marathon splits will also be available at the Media Tent as the runner progress along the course. Wireless internet access will be available at the finish line area along with runner tracking. A complete list of all finishers will
be available at mtecresults.com.
Results are considered “official” only after drug test results are complete and all protests and disqualifications are adjudicated, approximately one month after the race.
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The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Recognized as The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in
America®, the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon is an
iconic fall event for the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St.
Paul. The marathon grew from roots in both cities.
The Minnesota Distance Running Association created
the event’s earliest ancestor, the Land of Lakes
Marathon, in 1963. Spectators outnumbered runners that inaugural year as just five participants, all male,
made the 26.2 mile trek along Minneapolis’ streets and parkways.
In 1976, the race was renamed the City of Lakes Marathon and moved to a four-lap course around Lake
Calhoun and Lake Harriet. By 1981, with the running boom echoing across the country, the race took just a
month to fill to its limit of 1,700 runners.
In the same year, Minneapolis’ counterpart established its own marathon — the St. Paul Marathon — which
followed a course around Minnesota’s capitol city. The race launched successfully, drawing approximately
2,000 runners in it first and only running.
In 1982, organizers from the St. Paul and City of Lakes marathons combined efforts to establish the Twin
Cities Marathon. Race officials realized that a marathon which connected Minneapolis to St. Paul, combining
the spectacular autumn beauty of both cities, would be a greater attraction than two competing marathons on
either side of the Mississippi River. The inaugural Twin Cities Marathon attracted 4,563 entrants, which
established an entry record for a first-time race in the United States.
In the 34 years since, the marathon has grown to a full weekend of events including the Medtronic TC 10 Mile
race as a Sunday companion event to the marathon. On the Saturday before the marathon and 10 mile,
runners can compete in the TC 10K and TC 5K, presented by Fredrikson & Byron, as well as the Medtronic
TC Family Events.
Women’s wheeler course record holder Susannah Scaroni defending her Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon title in 2014.
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The Marathon Course
The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America®
The 2015 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon course starts near the U.S. Bank Stadium site in downtown Minneapolis and follows the scenic streets and parkways of the Twin Cities before finishing on the State Capitol
grounds in Saint Paul. The course passes lakes and follows Minnehaha Creek and the Mississippi River en
route to its Summit Avenue homestretch. More than 300,000 spectators make the marathon an unforgettable
experience for participants.
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Sunday Start Line Map
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Sunday Finish Line Maps
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Points of Interest on the Course
Start Line – Downtown Minneapolis
Near the U.S. Bank Stadium site, runners will gather, warm-up and begin their journeys
to the State Capitol grounds in St. Paul.
Mile 3 – Kenwood
Gliding down this small hill on Douglas Avenue, runners take a left and pass Lake of the Isles, the first of four
lakes on the course and the top of Minneapolis’ chain of lakes.
Mile 5 – Lake Calhoun
The second lake along the course, Lake Calhoun, is the largest Minneapolis lake. Lake Calhoun is ground
zero for marathon training for many Twin Cities runners. The lake is a little over three miles in circumference,
but the marathon course follows only the lake’s west side.
Mile 7 – Lake Harriet
Runners run along the northeast shore of lovely Lake Harriet next. Area residents make cheering for the
marathoners an annual ritual.
Mile 8 – Minnehaha Parkway
The next major leg of the marathon runs along Minnehaha Parkway. Runners turn east where Lake Harriet
flows into Minnehaha Creek, which, like the marathoners themselves, is flowing toward the Mississippi River.
The roads along the creek are rolling, with interesting twists and turns.
Mile 13 – Lake Nokomis
Circling three-quarters of Lake Nokomis, the last lake along the course, runners reach the half-marathon
stripe along the lake’s eastern shore.
Mile 15 – West River Road
One of the most beautiful segments of the race, Mississippi River Road allows runners some elbow room
after the winding roads along Minnehaha Creek.
Mile 20 – The ALARC Wall
After crossing the Mississippi on the Franklin Bridge, the Marathon and 10 Mile courses merge and continue
to St. Paul. The Active Life And Running Club (ALARC) sponsors a wall through which runners mark leaving
Minneapolis and entering St. Paul.
Mile 21 – East River Road Hill
Once in St. Paul, runners climb the East River Road Hill to the University of St. Thomas and begin the
legendary marathon homestretch on Summit Avenue.
Mile 24 – The Governor’s Mansion
Historically, Minnesota governors have annually joined the ranks of St. Paul marathon spectators.
Mile 26 – Cathedral Hill
The St. Paul Cathedral sits atop the final hill on the marathon course. Passing this point, it’s all downhill to the
finish. With the Cathedral and State Capitol for backdrops, the finish is epic for runners and spectators alike!
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Race Day Weather Information
Year
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Date
3-Oct
2-Oct
30-Sep
6-Oct
12-Oct
11-Oct
2-Oct
8-Oct
14-Oct
2-Oct
4-Oct
3-Oct
2-Oct
8-Oct
6-Oct
8-Oct
4-Oct
3-Oct
8-Oct
7-Oct
30-Sep
5-Oct
3-Oct
2-Oct
1-Oct
7-Oct
5-Oct
4-Oct
3-Oct
2-Oct
7-Oct
6-Oct
5-Oct
Low (°F)
46
60
34
32
35
23
40
27
44
46
50
46
47
35
50
35
46
34
25
29
52
42
42
65
57
62
48
43
39
39
28
42
35
High (°F)
65
77
63
60
42
40
60
55
61
72
70
75
53
59
67
59
57
47
39
57
83
67
73
78
81
82
60
54
55
58
53
55
63
Dew Pt (°F)
35
36
36
22
36
24
37
47
42
42
43
43
47
43
43
27
20
22
58
41
35
60
43
68
40
43
34
34
21
47
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Average Minneapolis/St. Paul Weather on October 4th
Record
Average
Low
25
44
21
High
88
63
Ave. Wind
Speed (mph)
6
17
16
9
9
3
12
10
12
15
14
6
13
7
10
3
7
11
5
5
13
13
Calm
9
7
7
7
6
6
Calm
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2014 Marathon Photos
Clockwise from top left: Will You Marry
Me? Tyler Hecht proposes to Stacy Lahr at
the marathon finish line. Happy Finisher:
Beth Frauenshuh of Edina wears her emotion after 26.2 miles of running. Heart of a
Champion: Esther Erb breaks the tape as
the USA Marathon champion. Rush Hour:
Wheelers speed from the start line. Go
Andrea! New York City’s Andrea Ajila
greets the finish line with a smile. Leader
of the Pack: Eventual men’s champion Tyler Pennel (#5) leads the race on Minnehaha Parkway.
2014 Men’s Marathon Results
Top 40 Overall
Tyler Pennel
Jared Ward
Scott Smith
Ian Burrell
Tyler McCandless
Nathan Martin
Sergio Reyes
Brian Harvey
Scott MacPherson
Eric Ashe
Tony Migliozzi
Blair Teal
Ryan Cosens
Mbarak Hussein
Michael Wardian
Brian Shelton
Jason Ryf
Stephan Kimando
Robert Gibson
Randy Bill
Jeff Sadler
Dan McLean
Erik Teig
Josh Whitehead
Kyle Smith
David Williams
Erik Hanson
Graham Peck
Kyle Smith
Chris Lundberg
Tracy Lokken
Scott Johnson
Nick Lewis
Josh Blue
Bradley Keefe
Craig Ottman
Russell Ericksen
Patrick Maag
Stewart Ellington
Keith Lehman
26
26
28
29
27
24
32
27
27
26
25
28
25
49
40
35
43
39
24
32
26
32
30
36
26
43
25
25
27
31
49
32
28
29
33
31
30
23
40
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Blowing Rock, NC
Provo, UT
Oklahoma City, OK
Colo. Springs, CO
Boulder, CO
Spring Arbor, MI
Palmdale, CA
Boston, MA
Columbia, MO
Boston, MA
North Canton, OH
Charlotte, NC
Costa Mesa, CA
Albuquerque, NM
Arlington, VA
Cookeville, TN
Oshkosh, WI
Rochester, MI
Brookline, MA
Cedar Falls, IA
Austin, TX
Tacoma, WA
Boise, ID
Madison, AL
Linden, MI
Milwaukee, WI
Minneapolis, MN
Baltimore, MD
Wright, MN
Victor, ID
Marquette, MI
Ames, IA
Memphis, TN
Rapid City, SD
Winnipeg, MB
Keller, TX
Chicago, IL
Milwaukee, WI
Knoxville, TN
Fargo, ND
2:13:32
2:14:00
2:14:40
2:15:08
2:15:26
2:15:46
2:16:48
2:17:05
2:17:19
2:17:56
2:18:32
2:18:53
2:19:31
2:22:26
2:22:44
2:24:15
2:24:54
2:24:56
2:25:00
2:25:57
2:26:01
2:26:35
2:26:45
2:26:54
2:27:42
2:27:50
2:28:05
2:28:31
2:29:22
2:30:46
2:31:10
2:32:03
2:32:23
2:32:44
2:32:54
2:33:43
2:33:47
2:33:56
2:35:05
2:35:59
Age-Group Leaders
21-and-under
Keith Lehman
Joseph Vergeront
Henry Zurn
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20
19
Fargo, ND
Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie, MN
22-29
Tyler Pennel
Jared Ward
Scott Smith
26
26
28
Blowing Rock, NC 2:13:32
Provo, UT
2:14:00
Oklahoma City, OK 2:14:40
2:35:59
2:40:32
2:44:29
30-34
Sergio Reyes
Randy Bill
Dan McLean
32
32
32
Palmdale, CA
Cedar Falls, IA
Tacoma, WA
2:16:48
2:25:57
2:26:35
35-39
Brian Shelton
Stephan Kimando
Josh Whitehead
35
39
36
Cookeville, TN
Rochester, MI
Madison, AL
2:24:15
2:24:56
2:26:54
40-44
Michael Wardian
Jason Ryf
David Williams
40
43
43
Arlington, VA
Oshkosh, WI
Milwaukee, WI
2:22:44
2:24:54
2:27:50
45-49
Mbarak Hussein
Tracy Lokken
Tim Meigs
49
49
48
Albuquerque, NM
Marquette, MI
Raleigh, NC
2:22:26
2:31:10
2:39:13
50-54
Spyros Barres
51
Ricardo Maldonado 50
John Van Danacker 52
Mystic, CT
Fountain Hills, AZ
Greenfield, MN
2:38:48
2:39:01
2:40:14
55-59
William Enicks
Paul Crochiere
Dennis Wallach
55
55
57
Signal Mountain, TN 2:52:20
Amesbury, MA
2:54:09
Chanhassen, MN
3:00:41
60-64
Joseph Haynes
Denny Jordan
Bruce Seguin
60
63
63
Ames, IA
Roseville, MN
Harrison Twp, MI
3:03:35
3:13:27
3:16:05
65-69
Ray Tiberg
Don Beckel
Mick Justin
69
65
66
Calumet, MI
The Colony, TX
Nisswa, MN
3:40:33
3:44:09
3:46:16
70-74
Dean Bachmeier
Frank Bright
Leonard Coequyt
73
71
71
Minot, ND
Shreveport, LA
Hopkins, MN
3:47:41
3:48:27
3:48:32
75-79
Ed Rousseau
Ilhan Bilgutan
Marvin Sonksen
75
77
76
Minneapolis, MN
Clearwater, MN
Mapleton, IA
4:31:15
4:58:41
5:37:40
Find complete online results here.
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2014 Women’s Marathon Results
Top 40 Overall
Esther Erb
28
Heather Lieberg
35
Brianne Nelson
33
Ariana Hilborn
34
Claudia Becque
38
Elizabeth Herndon
29
Christine Ramsey
31
Allison MacSas
30
Ruth Perkins
34
Meghan Peyton
28
MacKenzie Howe
25
Sheri Piers
43
Heather Cappello
34
Joanna Zeiger
44
Andrea Rediger
25
Adrian Neal
31
Kimberly Hinson
28
Rachel Gioscia-Ryan 27
Kristin Barry
40
Julie Ralston
33
Stephanie Wilson
24
Katie McGee
41
Amanda Allen
27
Missy Rock
31
Kari-Anne Samuelson 32
Elizabeth Abbey
33
Kelsey Magnuson
23
Jennifer McConnell 31
Morgan Place
25
Christine Kennedy
59
Lindsey Deneen
39
Dianne Fisher
29
Carrie Hinners
28
Jennifer Hess
31
Anya Martinez
23
Amanda Hopper
29
Haleigh Riggle
24
Kathy Wolski
48
Cindra Kamphoff
38
Michelle Schmidt
38
Richmond, VA
Helena, MT
Golden, CO
Tempe, AZ
Denver, CO
St Paul, MN
New Haven, CT
Austin, TX
Puyallup, WA
Richfield, MN
Athens, GA
Falmouth, ME
Somerville, MA
Boulder, CO
Minneapolis, MN
Colo. Springs, CO
Seattle, WA
Boulder, CO
Scarborough, ME
Dwight, IL
Medford, MA
Duluth, MN
Boston, MA
Prior Lake, MN
Denver, CO
Spokane, WA
Richfield, MN
Tulsa, OK
Ellsworth, WI
Los Gatos, CA
Boulder, CO
Rocky River, OH
St Louis Park, MN
Minnetonka, MN
Louisville, KY
Carpentersville, IL
Lincoln, NE
Knoxville, TN
Mankato, MN
Lincoln, NE
2:34:00
2:34:08
2:34:22
2:35:20
2:39:12
2:39:18
2:39:31
2:39:58
2:40:02
2:40:30
2:41:52
2:42:44
2:43:07
2:46:13
2:49:45
2:50:46
2:51:06
2:51:47
2:52:16
2:52:59
2:53:21
2:53:41
2:53:59
2:54:28
2:55:59
2:56:06
2:56:50
2:57:11
2:58:39
2:59:39
2:59:54
2:59:58
3:00:13
3:02:17
3:03:35
3:04:35
3:05:16
3:05:45
3:06:02
3:06:28
30-34
Brianne Nelson
Ariana Hilborn
Christine Ramsey
33 Golden, CO
34 Tempe, AZ
31 New Haven, CT
2:34:22
2:35:20
2:39:31
35-39
Heather Lieberg
Claudia Becque
Lindsey Deneen
35 Helena, MT
38 Denver, CO
39 Boulder, CO
2:34:08
2:39:12
2:59:54
40-44
Sheri Piers
Joanna Zeiger
Kristin Barry
43 Falmouth, ME
44 Boulder, CO
40 Scarborough, ME
2:42:44
2:46:13
2:52:16
45-49
Kathy Wolski
Lori Moriarity
Clarice Esslinger
48 Knoxville, TN
48 Port Orchard, WA
49 Mankato, MN
3:05:45
3:12:53
3:14:08
50-54
Margaret Sheridan
Laurie Hanscom
Kathy Hale
54 Woodbury, MN
51 Eden Prairie, MN
50 Bondurant, IA
3:16:45
3:20:46
3:21:04
55-59
Christine Kennedy 59 Los Gatos, CA
Andriette Wickstrom 59 Storm Lake, IA
Debbie Dilling
56 Rochester, MN
2:59:39
3:25:46
3:25:47
60-64
Kristi Berg
Cassi Bailey
Jan Kasper
61 Minneapolis, MN
60 Louisville, CO
63 Grand Forks, MN
3:46:42
4:05:54
4:06:15
65-69
Carol Brouillard
Mary Croft
Gael Jones
67 Sp. Lake Park, MN
68 Bayport, MN
68 Shuniah, ON
4:08:23
4:24:17
4:30:14
70-74
Irene Terronez
70 Rio Rancho, NM
6:15:38
Age-Group Leaders
21-and-under
Sammi Nachtigal
Rissa Lane
Carlin Schulz
21 Platte, SD
20 Madison, WI
21 Eden Prairie, MN
3:12:19
3:16:14
3:16:44
22-29
Esther Erb
Elizabeth Herndon
Meghan Peyton
28 Richmond, VA
29 St Paul, MN
28 Richfield, MN
2:34:00
2:39:18
2:40:30
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Marathon Participation History
Year
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Cost
$6
$8
$9
$10
$12
$12
$15
$18
$20
$20
$25
$25
$30
$30
$30
$35
$40
$50
$50
$50
$65
$65
$75
$75
$85
$85
$95
$95
$100
$100
$105
$105
$105
Men
3026
3985
3635
3016
3754
3624
3688
3841
3981
3995
3607
3898
4057
4116
3750
3568
3568
3967
3749
4080
4051
4376
4527
4683
4994
4363
4807
4919
4808
4859
5097
4924
4856
Women
485
799
769
631
879
861
884
851
1168
1088
1121
1224
1423
1577
1724
1750
1958
2035
2158
2279
2591
2705
2856
3067
3189
2791
3184
3556
3389
3675
3686
3931
3997
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Finishers
3511
4784
4404
3647
4651
4485
4572
4692
5149
5083
4728
5122
5480
5693
5474
5318
5526
6002
5907
6359
6664
7081
7383
7750
8183
7154
7991
8475
8197
8534
8783
8856
8853
Entrants
4563
7416
6980
5295
6761
6488
6088
6100
6200
6500
6003
6244
6639
6961
7058
7163
7621
8850
8813
8920
8928
10,411
10,341
10,500
10,500
10,291
10,500
11,000
11,200
11,964
12,016
12,026
11,888
%Women
14%
17%
18%
17%
19%
19%
19%
18%
23%
21%
24%
24%
26%
28%
32%
33%
35%
34%
37%
36%
39%
38%
39%
40%
40%
40%
40%
43%
41%
43%
42%
44%
46%
The Marathon Logo Through History
The “Leaf Man” icon lives on in the corporate identity for Twin Cities In Motion (TCM),
the organization responsible for planning and executing the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and many other year-round events. For more information about the marathon’s
history and the TCM organization, visit tcmevents.org.
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Facts About This Year’s Marathon
Total number of marathon registrants: 11,473
Male: 6286 54.8%
Females: 5187 45.2%
Masters registered: 4456 38.8%
Minnesotans registered: 7706 67.1%
Registered age 70 and over: 42
Age of oldest male registered: 80
Age of oldest female registered: 80
Age of youngest male registered: 13
Age of youngest female registered: 11
Average age of runner female: 39
Average age of runner male: 35
Number of Charter Club members: 29
First Time Marathoners: 30%
All fifty states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico are represented in the marathon.
The top five states represented were:
Minnesota 7768
Wisconsin 657
Iowa 335
Illinois 323
California 178
Twenty-eight countries are represented, the top five are:
United States 11,017
Canada 196
Mexico 159
Costa Rica 7
Japan 6
Top 10 Marathoner Occupations:
Health Related
Education
Student
Administrative/Manager
Finance/Account/Banker
Sales
Engineer
Marketing/Public Relations
Attorney/Judicial
Government/Public Safety
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The Marathon by the Numbers
9,000: Bagels, bananas, bars, or units of anything we provide to
participants
11,028: Gallons of Powerade® and water on course
439,000: Cups for Powerade® and water on course
9,624: Gallon water jugs saved by using hydrants
25: Medtronic Global Heroes (marathon & 10 mile)
540: Gallons of soup at the finish line
5,000: Race-Day volunteers
343: Year-Round volunteers
19: Twin Cities In Motion staff members
7805: Seconds in the men’s course record of 2:10:05
109,200: Feet of Heatsheets used at the finish line
50+: Sponsors
60: Massage Therapists
204,503 : Finishers in the history of the Medtronic Twin Cities
Marathon since 1982
48,800: Safety pins to attach marathon race numbers.
34,000: Spectator Guides
6,000: Yards of ribbon for finisher medals
535: Port-O-Potties
409: Intersections crossed
200+: Places of worship passed.
6: Days between start of set up and end of take down at finish line
2: Host cities
1: Fantastic event
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Medtronic Global Heroes
Twenty-five long-distance runners who benefit from
medical technology were named to the 2015
“Medtronic Global Heroes” team for the Medtronic
Twin Cities Marathon or Medtronic TC 10 Mile.
2015 marks the 10th anniversary of the program.
Launched in 2006, the program honors people who
have overcome chronic disease conditions and
continue to demonstrate a passion for running, and a
commitment to their communities.
This year’s team includes runners from six continents and 16 different countries: Brazil, Canada, China,
France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Latvia, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa,
United Kingdom, United States and Zambia. Each runner has a medical device to treat conditions such as
heart disease, diabetes, spinal disorders, chronic pain or neurological disorders.
The Medtronic Global Heroes program, celebrates their accomplishments and passion for running, which
serves as an inspiration to others living with chronic diseases. The program has honored 234 runners
representing 34 different countries in its history.
2014 Medtronic Global Hero Guy Yohanan of Givat Ela, Israel finishing the Medtronic TC 10 Mile.
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2015 Medtronic Global Heroes
Marathon Participants
Delphine Arduini – Saint Restitut, France
Arduini has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Liga Arniece – Riga, Latvia
Arniece has a pacemaker to treat atrioventricular block (or AV block)
Sergei Boronin – Moscow, Russia
Boronin has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Jack Clancy – Cape Town, South Africa
Clancy has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Sarah Escutia – Warren, Michigan
Escutia has a pacemaker to treat neurocardiogenic syncope (fainting).
Laura Gee – Nashville, Tennessee
Gee has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Kenji Kamiuchi – Kyoto, Japan
Kamiuchi has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Tomas Mahony – Waterford, Ireland
Mahony has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Dr. Melanie Schipfer – Bad Mergentheim, Germany
Dr. Schipfer has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Michael Shepard – Marlow, United Kingdom
Shepard has a pacemaker to treat a slow heart rate (bradycardia).
Silvia Verhoeven – Etten-Leur, Netherlands
Verhoeven has a pacemaker to treat 3rd degree AV block
and bradycardia, a slow heartbeat.
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Corporate Team Challenge
The Corporate Team Challenge (CTC) at the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon offers companies an opportunity to add excitement, team building and good-natured competition to the work place while promoting health
and fitness.
This year, 42 teams comprising more than 900 individuals will compete in the marathon’s Corporate Team
Challenge. Any corporation, profit or nonprofit, may participate. All full and part-time employees are eligible
and encouraged to join.
2015 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon CTC Team
3M
Accenture
Allina Health
Bassford Remele, P.A.
Boston Scientific
Cargill
Cummins Power Generation
Dakota State University
Deloitte
Delta Airlines
Donaldson Company
Edina Realty
Fairview Health Services
GE Capital Fleet Service
General Mills
HealthEast Care System
HealthPartners
Honeywell
Ingersoll Rand
KPMG
Land O'Lakes
Mayo Clinic
Medica
Medtronic
Minneapolis Public Schools
MUSCLE MILK/Hormel Foods
Northpoint Health & Wellness Center
RBC
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Seagate Technology
St. Paul Public Schools
Target
Thomson Reuters
Thrivent Financial
Travelers
U.S. Bank
Uline
United Technologies Aerospace Systems
UnitedHealth Group
UPS
Valspar
Wells Fargo
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Charter Club Members
For the past 33 years, 28 runners and one wheeler have continued
an annual tradition begun on a sunny October Sunday in 1982 —
finishing each and every Twin Cities Marathon! Deterred neither by
the waning of motivation, the misfortune of injury, nor the passage
of time, these original Twin Cities Marathoners embody a human link from the event’s earnest beginning,
through its rich history, and to its vibrant present.
Paul Arbisi, Edina
Jim Baillargeon, Somerset, Wisc.
Dick Bailly, Fargo, No. Dak.
Daryl Blakeborough, Shorwood
Lisa Boulay, Bemidji
Rod Brostrom, Huntersville, N.C.
Steven Carr, Hugo
Mary Croft, Bayport
Wayne Drealan, Fulda
Dave Eckstrom, Stillwater (wheeler)
David Gontarek, River Falls, Wisc.
Jerry Heaps, Apple Valley
Thomas Huberty, Fridley
Rob Johnson, Eden Prairie
Scott Knight, Cologne
Dean Laiti, Fridley
Annette Leduc, Minneapolis
Timothy McCoy, Eden Prairie
Larry McNichols, Elk River
Sharon Mordorski, Minneapolis
John Naslund, Bloomington
Edward Rousseau, Minneapolis
Antonio Salinas, Bloomington
Jon Schaefer, St. Louis Park
Jim Simonet, River Falls, Wisc.
Bob Stavig, Bloomington
John Tantzen, Eagan
Robert Tierney, St. Paul
Timothy Zoerb, Eden Prairie
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The Medtronic TC 10 Mile
In 1998, board members of what is now Twin Cities In Motion began
searching for a race to add as a companion event to the marathon. While a
half-marathon initially seemed like a good option, adding a slightly shorter
race quickly emerged as the best plan. A 10 mile race allowed the same
popular start and finish areas as the marathon, in addition to using the
marathon course for more than half of the 10 Mile race distance.
Registration for the inaugural TC 10 Mile in 1999 opened with a 1,500-runner cap to allow organizers to
gauge interest in the event. The race known as the “Shortcut to the Capitol®” caught on with Twin Cities
runners as an alternative to the full marathon and quickly grew in popularity. In its second year, the ten mile
field filled in a single day!
The race shifted to a lottery registration system in 2001 in an effort to broaden access to the race. A tracking
feature was introduced in 2010, giving runners who hadn’t been selected for two consecutive years
guaranteed entry to the race on the third year.
The Medtronic TC 10 Mile took runners past the Weisman Art Museum in 2014.
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The Medtronic TC 10 Mile Course
The Shortcut to the Capitol®
The 2015 Medtronic TC 10 Mile course is again altered from its usual route due to a road closure on West
River Parkway caused by the June 2014 mudslide. The course crosses the Mississippi River using the
Dinkytown Bridge and follows East River Parkway until it meets the original course at Franklin Avenue.
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10 Mile Participation & Facts
Year
Entry
Men
Women
Entrants
Finishers
1999
$25
NA
NA
1500
1388
2000
$25
1007
1249
2500
2256
2001
$25
1163
1587
2800
2750
2002
$35
1457
2133
3600
3590
2003
$40
1428
2209
4000
3637
2004
$50
1473
2284
4000
3757
2005
$50
1595
2495
4100
4090
2006
$50
1723
2879
4610
4602
2007
$50
1980
3058
5050
5038
2008
$60
2275
3307
5600
5582
2009
$60
2255
3543
6500
5798
2010
$65
2706
4313
8000
7019
2011
$65
2917
4632
8806
7549
2012
$65
3022
4650
9174
7672
2013
$65
3293
5262
9968
8555
2014
$65
3183
5399
9997
8581
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2015 Medtronic Global Heroes
Medtronic TC 10 Mile Participants
Sianga Akende – Lusaka, Zambia
Akende has an artificial heart valve to treat mitral stenosis.
Dr. Luciana Alves – Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Dr. Alves has a pacemaker to treat inappropriate sinus tachycardia
and bradycardia, a slow heartbeat.
Katie Bartel – New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Bartel has an insulin pump to manage type 1 diabetes.
Camilo Cavalcanti – Vitoria, Brazil
Cavalcanti has an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) to treat
ventricular tachycardia, a fast heartbeat.
Nicola Derryberry Maurer – Eagan, Minnesota
Derryberry Maurer receives gastric electrical stimulation to manage symptoms of gastroparesis.
Crystal Gail Welcome – Stone Mountain, Georgia
Gail Welcome runs with a neuromodulator to manage pain
Wen Gu – Shanghai, China
Gu has a pacemaker to treat bradycardia, a slow heartbeat.
Sally Hughes – Durham, United Kingdom
Hughes received bone and spinal therapies to help manage scoliosis.
Yoshitaa Jayabalan – Klang, Malaysia
Jayabalan has an insulin pump to treat type 1 diabetes.
Carmen Malouf Florek – Tampa, Florida
Malouf Florek has an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) to treat cardiomyopathy.
John Morris – Afton, Minnesota
Morris has a stent to treat coronary artery disease.
Dr. Michael Shaughnessy – Solon, Ohio
Dr. Shaughnessy has a heart valve to treat a congenital bicuspid aortic valve and ascending aortic root aneurysm.
Dion Taka – Christchurch, New Zealand
Taka has a neurostimulator to help manage pain as a result of
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 2.
Yulong Zhang – Kaifeng, China
Zhang has a neurostimulator to help manage symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
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10 Mile Im-
2014 10 Mile Photos
Clockwise from top: They’re Off! Runners at the start of the 2014 Medtronic
TC 10 Mile. Mission Accomplice: Meghan Smith and Brianna Williamson of
Minneapolis share an accomplishment. Global Hero: Carrie Romero of Columbia, Tenn. drives to the finish line. Monumental Run: Allison Mendez of Austin, Tex. en route to the women’s 10 mile title. Just Add Finishers: Medals
await the final ingredient. Joyful Motion: Bobby Paxton (Minneapolis), Laura
Roach (Hastings), Nell Adams (Minneapolis) and Anne Marshall (Minneapolis)
early in the race.
2014 Men’s 10 Mile Results
Jonathan Peterson
Joe Moore
Eric Finan
Eric Loeffler
Josh Dedering
Lee Troop
Seth Brickley
Kelly Fermoyle
Max Renner
Austin Bauer
David Stilin
Adrian Swanson
Benjamin Schneider
Nicholas Mangan
Marty Mitchell
Joseph Renier
Timothy Lillehaugen
Kenny Miller
Zachary Bruns
Ben Jacobs
Jeremy Essler
Michael Peterka
Aaron Beaber
Daniel Sevcik
Drew Paradis
Eric Thies
Adam Lippold
Brendan Ruter
Tyler Morey
Kyle Severson
Jeremy Cook
Brooks Grossinger
Peter Knoll
Dimitri Drekonja
Michael Hartnett
Nicholas Peterson
Mark Lind
Nicholas Wimmer
Patrick Billig
Andrew Keenan
Top 40 Overall
25 Minneapolis, MN
30 Manhattan, KS
25 Minneapolis, MN
37 Fargo, ND
23 La Crosse, WI
41 Boulder, CO
27 Mound, MN
28 Minneapolis, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
22 Madison, WI
23 Minneapolis, MN
24 Minneapolis, MN
30 Minneapolis, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
23 St Louis Park, MN
22 Cambridge, MN
24 Minneapolis, MN
37 Wadena, MN
28 Milwaukee, WI
24 St Paul, MN
35 Eagle Lake, MN
28 Minneapolis, MN
31 Minneapolis, MN
24 Cedar Falls, IA
23 Alexandria, MN
25 Apple Valley, MN
30 Elko, MN
23 St Paul, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
22 Minneapolis, MN
32 Hudson, WI
37 Mayer, MN
19 Edina, MN
40 Minneapolis, MN
32 Minneapolis, MN
24 Otsego, MN
20 Minneapolis, MN
24 Minneapolis, MN
52 Roseville, MN
34 Minneapolis, MN
48:12
48:40
48:46
48:55
49:40
49:54
51:15
51:23
51:32
51:40
51:44
52:05
52:07
52:19
53:06
53:06
53:14
53:19
53:26
53:32
53:41
53:46
53:55
54:01
54:16
54:56
55:08
55:14
55:22
55:28
55:33
55:37
55:42
55:46
55:52
56:12
56:16
56:31
56:43
56:48
Age-Group Leaders
21-and-under
Peter Knoll
Mark Lind
Connor Bach
19
20
16
22-29
Jonathan Peterson 25
Eric Finan
25
Josh Dedering
23
30-34
Joe Moore
30
Benjamin Schneider 30
Aaron Beaber
31
Edina, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Lakeville, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis, MN
La Crosse, WI
Manhattan, KS
Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis, MN
55:42
56:16
1:04:35
48:12
48:46
49:40
48:40
52:07
53:55
M35-39
Eric Loeffler
Kenny Miller
Jeremy Essler
37
37
35
Fargo, ND
Wadena, MN
Eagle Lake, MN
48:55
53:19
53:41
M40-44
Lee Troop
Dimitri Drekonja
Ken Cooper
41
40
42
Boulder, CO
Minneapolis, MN
Eden Prairie, MN
49:54
55:46
58:38
M45-49
Chris Kartschoke
Jim Larranaga
Peter Gellerup
45
49
45
Prior Lake, MN
Chanhassen, MN
Plymouth, MN
1:01:19
1:02:21
1:02:55
M50-54
Patrick Billig
Hyun Yoon
Rob Class
52
50
54
Roseville, MN
Vadnais Hts, MN
Woodbury, MN
56:43
59:30
59:42
M55-59
Doug Keller
56
William Magdalene 56
Bobby Paxton
58
Plymouth, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis, MN
1:01:55
1:04:52
1:05:12
60-64
Julie Virkus
Wendy Anderson
Barb Leininger
62
61
61
St Louis Park, MN 1:10:26
Inver Grove Hts, MN 1:20:08
Minneapolis, MN
1:21:03
60-64
Bill Krezonoski
Michael Costello
Craig McCoy
60
60
61
Shuniah, ON
Afton, MN
Minnetonka, MN
1:03:10
1:08:12
1:11:54
65-69
Harry Cottrell
68
Arland Braaten-Lee 65
Greg Mutchler
65
Hermantown, MN
Northfield, MN
Duluth, MN
1:12:23
1:16:57
1:17:35
70-74
Bruce Mortenson
Dennis Brewer
David Roseen
70
72
74
Minnetonka, MN
White Bear Lk, MN
Woodbury, MN
1:19:47
1:21:35
1:25:33
75-79
Larry Eaton
Bob Norris
Patrick Brennan
76
78
76
St Paul, MN
Stillwater, MN
Fort Collins, CO
1:33:04
1:54:01
1:58:47
80+
Orin Scandrett
Robert Andersen
Claus Pierach
84
80
80
Minneapolis, MN
2:02:55
Plymouth, MN
2:36:10
Brooklyn Center, MN 2:55:08
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2014 Women’s 10 Mile Results
Allison Mendez
Katie McGregor
Emily Gordon
Gina Valgoi
Nikki Swenson
Molly Kayfes
Andrea Garvue
Sandra McClellan
Carissa Carroll
Jillian Tholen
Amy Halseth
Bridget Easley
Stephanie Price
Angie Voight
Elizabeth Yetzer
Laura Roach
Lisa Baumert
Shannon Braun
Beth Tacl
Maureen Keane
H. Meyers-Wimer
Anne Marshall
Sophie Pietrick
Sonya Decker
Katie Matzke
Manuela Knispel
Diane Hankee
Emma Miller
Megan Erlandson
Nell Adams
Christina Roberts
Bev Hewitt
Rochelle Wirth
Tammi Braund
Laura Edlund
Leslie Semler
Marisa Lindsay
Madeline Zabee
Wanda Gau
Andrea Joos
Top 40 Overall
26 Austin, TX
37 Savage, MN
21 Santa Clara, CA
23 St Paul, MN
25 Alexandria, MN
23 Maple Grove, MN
30 Seattle, WA
36 Chanhassen, MN
34 Shoreview, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
44 Minneapolis, MN
33 Lincoln, NE
25 Minneapolis, MN
37 St Paul, MN
26 Lakeville, MN
26 Hastings, MN
27 Minneapolis, MN
30 Apple Valley, MN
26 St Cloud, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
36 Hudson, WI
23 Minneapolis, MN
23 Minnetonka, MN
48 Minneapolis, MN
36 Champlin, MN
42 Shorewood, MN
37 Lino Lakes, MN
24 Minneapolis, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
47 Chaska, MN
52 Duluth, MN
35 Cushing, WI
28 Minnesota City, MN
33 Hermantown, MN
30 Minneapolis, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
52 Little Falls, MN
37 Chanhassen, MN
56:26
57:46
59:04
59:13
59:36
59:39
59:43
59:43
1:00:32
1:00:58
1:01:04
1:01:08
1:01:40
1:02:07
1:02:32
1:02:35
1:02:38
1:03:22
1:03:39
1:03:53
1:04:23
1:04:32
1:04:38
1:04:43
1:04:52
1:04:56
1:05:07
1:05:11
1:05:21
1:05:41
1:05:48
1:05:58
1:06:13
1:06:15
1:06:16
1:06:17
1:06:18
1:06:35
1:06:48
1:06:48
Age-Group Leaders
21-and-under
Emily Gordon
Madison Sachs
Maria Rother
21
19
18
Santa Clara, CA
Duluth, MN
Hastings, MN
59:04
1:10:28
1:12:29
22-29
Allison Mendez
Gina Valgoi
Nikki Swenson
26
23
25
Austin, TX
St Paul, MN
Alexandria, MN
56:26
59:13
59:36
30-34
Andrea Garvue
Carissa Carroll
Bridget Easley
30
34
33
Seattle, WA
Shoreview, MN
Lincoln, NE
59:43
1:00:32
1:01:08
35-39
Katie McGregor
Sandra McClellan
Angie Voight
37
36
37
Savage, MN
Chanhassen, MN
St Paul, MN
57:46
59:43
1:02:07
40-44
Amy Halseth
Manuela Knispel
Kate Lovrien
44
42
40
Minneapolis, MN
Shorewood, MN
St Louis Park, MN
1:01:04
1:04:56
1:07:40
45-49
Sonya Decker
48
Bev Hewitt
47
Kimberly Anderson 49
Minneapolis, MN
Chaska, MN
Chanhassen, MN
1:04:43
1:05:58
1:08:10
50-54
Rochelle Wirth
Wanda Gau
Ann Wasson
52
52
53
Duluth, MN
1:06:13
Little Falls, MN
1:06:48
Falcon Heights, MN 1:12:21
55-59
Kathi Madden
Gwen Jacobson
Kelly Rogers
57
56
55
Duluth, MN
Rochester, MN
Esko, MN
60-64
Julie Virkus
Wendy Anderson
Barb Leininger
62
61
61
St Louis Park, MN 1:10:26
Inver Grove Hts, MN 1:20:08
Minneapolis, MN
1:21:03
65-69
Diane Stoneking
Delma Bartelme
Gloria Jansen
66
65
67
Robbinsdale, MN
St Cloud, MN
White Bear Lk, MN
1:22:47
1:24:34
1:26:50
70-74
Georgine Cook
Sandra Dalquist
Carol B Brennan
71
74
72
Winnipeg, MB
Rochester, MN
Fort Collins, CO
1:33:02
1:36:02
2:05:34
75-79
Patricia Amidon
Dorothy Marden
Deette Andersen
79
77
79
St Paul, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Plymouth, MN
1:54:45
2:00:45
2:36:11
43
1:13:49
1:17:08
1:17:29
The Media Challenge
The Media Challenge offers members of the media an opportunity to gather with colleagues for friendly
competition and an opportunity for guaranteed entry into one of the most popular races in the Twin Cities.
Each Media Challenge team consists of at least four employees. Scoring teams include one female and
one masters runner (age 40 or older). A trophy is presented to the fastest team, and teams are recognized
for growth, participation, and improvement.
The Media Challenge is Twin Cities In Motion’s way of providing some fun for those who help share the story of our events with the community. This year, a record 20 teams — comprising more than 180 runners —
will compete in the 2015 Media Challenge.
2015 Media Challenge Teams
12 News
Comcast Spotlight
CW23
FOX 9 KMSP
FOX Sports North
Greenspring Media
Hubbard Radio
iHeart Media
KARE 11
KMOJ 89.9
KSTP
Lakana
Minnesota Public Radio
MSP Communications
Novus Media
St. Paul Pioneer Press
StarTribune
The Growler Magazine
Twin Cities Public Television
WCCO-TV
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2014 Media Challenge Results
The Me-
2014 Media Challenge Results
Trophy Competition
WUCW-TV
Novus
Marketing Architects
Fox Sports North
Clear Channel
Internet Broadcasting
WCCO-TV
StarTribune
Pioneer Press
MPR
MSP-C
KSTP
12 News
TPT
Incomplete Teams: Hubbard Broadcasting.
KMOJ, KARE 11, and Greenspring,
Top New Team
WUCW-TV
Fastest Growing Team
Clear Channel
Most Improved Team
Clear Channel
Largest Team
StarTribune
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dia Challenge
Saturday Events
A Day of Fitness and Fun for the Whole Family
Celebrating it’s 30th anniversary this year, our Saturday Events, which began as a single race on a single
day, have evolved into a program that includes an array of races for runners of every age. On the Saturday of
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend, the TC 10K, the TC 5K, presented by Fredrikson & Byron, and the
Medtronic TC Family Events took center stage on the State Capitol grounds in St. Paul.
Using the same finish area that greeted marathon and ten mile competitors at the end of their journeys from
Minneapolis to St. Paul on Sunday, the Saturday Events offered all the excitement of marathon day, but with
distances for all ages and abilities. All participants in the TC 10K and TC 5K received a technical fabric participant and a finishers’ medal. Kids in the Diana Pierce Family Mile, presented by Medica, Half Mile, presented
by KS95, and Toddler Trot receive a kids finishers’ medal and t-shirt. All participants in the Diaper Dash, presented by Pioneer Press, receive a special participant gift and kids medal.
The day includes the Harry & Shelly’s Mascot Invitational, a race between popular Twin Cities-area mascots.
Members of Team USA Minnesota and the University of Minnesota Cross Country teams helped with warmups and presented medals.
A happy runner at the 2014 Medtronic TC Family Events
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TC 10K and TC 5K Courses
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Saturday Finish Line Map
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Corporate Team Challenge
TC 10K Corporate Team Challenge Teams *
3M
Allina Health
Allstate Insurance
Ameriprise Financial
Best Buy
Cargill
Coherent Solutions
EMC
FCI
GE Capital Fleet Services
General Mills
HealthPartners
HelpSystems
Hollander, Inc
Ingersoll Rand
Intertek
Medica
Medtronic
Merchant and Gould
Optum
RBC
Steinel
Target
Thomson Reuters
U.S. Bank
Wells Fargo
TC 5K, presented by Fredrikson & Byron, Corporate Team Challenge Teams *
3M
Allina Health
Black Knight Financial Services
Braun Intertec
Buffalo Wild Wings
C.H. Robinson
Cargill
City of St. Louis Park
Comcast Spotlight
Constellation
Convent of the Visitation
CPI Card Group
FCI
Fredrikson & Bryon
General Mills
Girl Scouts River Valleys
HealthEast Care System
HealthPartners
HelpSystems
Ideas that Kick
Intertek
Medica
Medpace Medical Device
Medtronic
Merchant and Gould
Merjent
NetApp
Optum
RBC
SmartFIT
Sport Ngin
St. Paul Pioneer Press
Suburban Imaging
Target
Thomson Reuters
Travel Tags
U.S. Bank
Uponor
Wells Fargo
* As of September 15.
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2014 Saturday Events Photos
Saturday Events Images
Clockwise from top left: Little Champion: You’re
never too young for glory. The Popular Kids The always entertaining Medtronic Cheerleaders. Wheeler
Winner: TC 5K wheeler champ Mark Braun of
Mounds View. Happy to Help: Event volunteer Ben
Manaen assists in the finish chute. Participation is
the Point: Richfield’s Kiflu Kassaye finishing the 10K.
Ready to Run: Youthful athletes await their turn to
run.
TC 10K Results
Jake Marotz
David Duede
Adam Doe
Evan Neubauer
Christopher MacLeod
Adam Carlsen
David Calhoun
David Anderson
Steve Marshall
Steven Andersson
Darrin Diedrich
Don Sullivan
George Williams
Pete Rainey
Steve Stenzel
Jesse McCaffrey
Ramsey Green
Jon Moynihan
Andy Hahn
Joe Dunbar
Top 20 Men
26 St Paul, MN
31:57
36 Eagan, MN
35:26
27 Fridley, MN
35:39
23 Decorah, IA
36:00
25 Richmond, MN
36:14
22 Mounds View, MN 37:43
26 Brooklyn Center, MN 37:54
26 Minneapolis, MN
38:23
43 Wayzata, MN
38:25
38 Stillwater, MN
38:26
49 Bloomington, MN
38:27
40 Minneapolis, MN
38:29
27 Edina, MN
38:36
47 Minneapolis, MN
38:37
33 St Paul, MN
38:40
27 St Paul, MN
38:50
20 Excelsior, MN
39:01
36 Apple Valley, MN
39:05
30 Madison, WI
39:09
22 Cambridge, MN
39:12
Kaitlin Mincke
Alanna Bernacchi
Darolyn Walker
Jenny Scherer
Julia Boumeester
Kristina Poss
Dana MacKey
Kate Tavakley
Laura Sandness
Yvonne Smith
F. Salgado Bautista
Stephanie Mortenson
Nycole Schneider
Laura Birkel
Stephanie Peterson
Gina Rumore
Michelle Stein
Trina Pastarr
Sarah Askdal
Jackie Romano
Age-Group Winners
Top 20 Women
23 Farmington, MN
39 Phoenix, AZ
32 Winnipeg, MB
26 Minneapolis, MN
28 St Paul, MN
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Shoreview, MN
24 Boston, MA
40 Burnsville, MN
48 Belle Fourche, SD
45 Sioux Falls, SD
45 Puebla. Mex.
32 Windsor Heights, IA
29 Apple Valley, MN
30 Eagan, MN
38 Apple Valley, MN
24 Edina, MN
26 Minneapolis, MN
35 Brandon, SD
37 Minneapolis, MN
37:57
39:44
41:10
41:19
41:28
41:35
41:46
41:48
42:13
43:00
43:01
43:04
43:20
43:48
43:49
44:03
44:33
44:34
44:42
44:42
Age-Group Winners
21-and-under
Ramsey Green
21
Excelsior, MN
39:01
21-and-under
Chandler Nielsen
21
Sioux Falls, SD
45:26
22-29
Jake Marotz
26
St Paul, MN
31:57
22-29
Kaitlin Mincke
23
Farmington, MN
37:57
30-34
Steve Stenzel
33
St Paul, MN
38:40
30-34
Darolyn Walker
32
Winnipeg, MB
41:10
35-39
David Duede
36
Eagan, MN
35:26
35-39
Alanna Bernacchi
39
Phoenix, AZ
39:44
40-44
Steve Marshall
43
Wayzata, MN
38:25
40-44
Kate Tavakley
40
Burnsville, MN
41:48
45-49
Darrin Diedrich
49
Bloomington, MN
38:27
45-49
Laura Sandness
48
Belle Fourche, SD
42:13
50-54
Darren Ruschy
51
Edina, MN
40:41
50-54
Jody Nelson
50
Eagan, MN
45:25
55-59
Scott Ross
55
Eden Prairie, MN
43:34
55-59
Deb Thomford
57
Rochester, MN
47:27
60-64
Jim Brun
60
Woodbury, MN
50:13
60-64
Joan Schafer
60
Rosemount, MN
52:53
65-69
John Labalestra
67
Falcon Heights, MN 52:19
65-69
Beth Allen
66
Wayzata, MN
55:04
70-74
Rick Kleyman
74
Plymouth, MN
51:08
70-74
Sandra Purrington 72
Marquette, MI
1:15:58
75+
Terry Moore
76
Cedar, MN
1:14:41
75+
Margaret Mason
Appleton, WI
1:32:00
79
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TC 5K Results
Dan Greeno
Mason Frank
Matt Welch
Matt Jergenson
Derek Wiebke
Sam Carlson
Cole Brien
Philip Richert
Isaish Barlow
Rich Maleniak
Marc Folven
Gilbert Kinnunen
Jeff Cottrell
Adam Currie
Matt Swiatkowski
Matthew Grams
Goaner Deng
Dan Westerhaus
Steve Stenzel
Tyler Phelps
Top 20 Men
26 Richfield, MN
25 Bloomington, MN
19 Minneapolis, MN
21 Minneapolis, MN
20 Minneapolis, MN
19 Minneapolis, MN
21 Minneapolis, MN
27 Maplewood, MN
19 Minneapolis, MN
35 St Paul, MN
55 Byron, IL
58 West St Paul, MN
22 Minneapolis, MN
29 St Paul, MN
30 Orland Park, IL
39 St Paul, MN
21 Minneapolis, MN
29 Minneapolis, MN
33 St Paul, MN
22 St Paul, MN
14:57
15:04
15:10
15:20
15:22
15:23
15:37
15:49
15:56
16:00
16:44
17:03
17:04
17:15
17:32
17:41
18:21
18:31
18:36
18:50
Maria Allen
Victoria Phillippi
Maria Segovia
Jill Iverson
Adeline Hohman
Nichole Ronnan
Bridget Leonard
Stephanie Mortenson
Laura Sandness
Mary Balow
Kaitlin Randolph
Anna Kelley
Graydon Tope
Leah Janus
Gina Rumore
Laurin Dalton
Katie Wilson
Stacie Dumas
Louise Bagshaw
Katie Thompson
Age-Group Winners
Top 20 Women
29 St Paul, MN
22 Minneapolis, MN
35 Arlington, TX
35 Fergus Falls, MN
31 Seward, NE
34 St Paul, MN
33 Fergus Falls, MN
32 Windsor Heights, IA
48 Belle Fourche, SD
22 Minneapolis, MN
24 Minneapolis, MN
14 Minneapolis, MN
18 Minneapolis, MN
37 Minneapolis, MN
31 Woodbury, MN
34 Chaska, MN
22 Duluth, MN
30 Eden Prairie, MN
18:25
18:57
19:10
20:06
20:10
20:10
20:39
20:43
20:52
20:55
20:58
20:59
21:26
21:45
21:46
21:52
21:58
21:59
22:02
22:02
Age-Group Winners
21-and-under
Matt Welch
19
Minneapolis, MN
15:10
21-and-under
Anna Kelley
14
Minneapolis, MN
20:59
22-29
Dan Greeno
26
Richfield, MN
14:57
22-29
Maria Allen
29
St Paul, MN
18:25
30-34
Matt Swiatkowski
30
Orland Park, IL
17:32
30-34
Adeline Hohman
31
Seward, NE
20:10
35-39
Rich Maleniak
35
St Paul, MN
16:00
35-39
Maria Segovia
35
Arlington, TX
19:10
40-44
Don Sullivan
40
Minneapolis, MN
19:11
40-44
Cinde Wiebusch
44
St Peter, MN
23:11
45-49
Sean Fox
45
Northfield, MN
18:50
45-49
Laura Sandness
48
Belle Fourche, SD
20:52
50-54
Brett Turner
52
St Paul, MN
19:26
50-54
Janine Desplinter
50
Rogers, MN
23:28
55-59
Marc Folven
55
Byron, IL
16:44
55-59
Maggie Quinlan
57
Minneapolis, MN
23:21
60-64
Bill Reinfeld
60
Champlin, MN
22:05
60-64
Libby Larsen
63
Minneapolis, MN
27:05
65-69
Jerry House
67
Woodbury, MN
26:21
65-69
Diane Demars
65
Dayton, MN
26:46
70-74
Don Dornfeld
71
St Paul, MN
25:18
70-74
E. Fraser-Taylor
73
Plymouth, MN
45:37
75+
Raymond Garrity
80
Winnipeg, MB
36:54
75+
Dorothy Spencer
81
Tomahawk, WI
32:38
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We Are Twin Cities In Motion
Twin Cities In Motion, a 501(c)3, provides community supported, nationally recognized, high quality running events which attract athletes of all ages and abilities and promote health and fitness.
Twin Cities In Motion Staff
Virginia Brophy Achman, Executive Director
Terry Ryan, Operations Director
Jeff Decker, Race Director
Breanne Hegg, Marketing & Media Director
Melissa Bleecker, Sales Director
Sandy Unger, Youth Programs/Community Outreach Manager
Greg Haapala, Participant Services & Events Manager
Kelli Bartholow, Operations and Volunteer Manager
Vanessa Graetz, Online Engagement Manager
Charlie Mahler, Media & Communications Manager
Ed Whetham, Race Operations Manager
Sara Brennan, Corporate Relations Manager
Colleen O'Connell, Accounting and Program Support Specialist
Catherine Bishop, Registration Coordinator
Lindsey Altermatt, Administrative Coordinator
Autumn Eklund, Office Intern
Jessica Krinke, Sports Management Intern
Joe Giamberdino, Marketing Intern
Nate Ley, Events & Services Intern
Twin Cities In Motion Board of Directors
Charlie Fazio, President
Bob Boisvert, Vice President
Tom Cronin, Treasurer
Tavis Hudson, Secretary
Stephen Benson
Martin Cassidy
Barry Gisser
Mary Hendrickson
Stephanie Miller
Mary O’Neill
Eric Raarup
Amy Ronneberg
Steven Smith
Ryan Steines
Michael Sullivan
Corey Walther
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TCM Volunteer Leadership
Twin Cities In Motion Association
The Twin Cities In Motion Association — composed of more than 343 year-round volunteers who organize
Twin Cities In Motion events — consists of seven volunteer race divisions and their related volunteer
committees.
Race Operations
Paul Hajduk, Division Director
The Race Operations Division is responsible for the organization and management of the marathon and ten
mile races. These committees are focused on the safety and security of every participant and volunteer
during the races. Race Operations has the responsibility for all aspects of planning, organization and
managing of events, literally from the start to the finish.
Race Operations Committees Include: Start Line 10 Mile, Start Line Marathon, Course, Course Logistics,
TCM Logistics, Finish Line, Finish Line Logistics, Games Committee, Announcer, Transportation, Sweats,
Communications/Signs, Fluid Stations, and Medical.
Marketing & Public Relations Division
Kathy Petron, Division Director
The Marketing and Public Relations Division is responsible for helping promote Twin Cities In Motion,
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend and other events throughout the year. It does so through media
relations, mascot appearances, special promotions, social media, communications pieces, Spectator’s Guide,
the Results Book, market research and more. This division is an integral part of maintaining the image and
brand of the organization. The TCM/marathon branding is also conveyed through the selection and design of
merchandise made available for purchase throughout the year.
MPR Committees Include: Marketing, Communications & PR, and Merchandise.
Volunteer Division
Kari Wynnemer, Division Director
The Volunteer Division is responsible for recruiting volunteers for the marathon weekend and year-round
events. More than 6,000 volunteers are needed on marathon weekend and throughout the year. Some of the
areas needing volunteers include: packet pickup, expo, special events, course marshals, aid stations, start
line and finish line security, 27th Mile, pro & media areas, set-up & clean-up, and much more. This committee
recruits many behind-the-scenes volunteers, such as race committee chairs and captains who help plan the
marathon throughout the year.
Volunteer Committees Include: Core Event Services, Race Weekend Event Services and Year-Round Event
Services.
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Association Volunteer Leadership (cont.)
Youth Programs Division
Mary Ross, Division Director
The Youth Programs Division is responsible for providing a venue for schools, youth organizations and
families to participate in year-round events. The events include a fall 10K, 5K, mile, half mile, Toddler Trot,
Diaper Dash, and Family Activities Tent on Saturday of marathon weekend. In addition, the committee is
responsible for the Medtronic TC Kids Marathon program which includes a spring cross-country run with
distances of two miles, a mile and a half-mile and a winter indoor track run to promote healthy lifestyles in
families and youth. Youth Programs is also responsible for the Community Partners committee who oversees
the selection of Youth Fitness Partners, College Scholarship and Global Heroes as well as the Wise Kids In
Motion after school program.
Youth Programs Committees Include:
Community Partners
Fall – Medtronic TC Family Events
Winter - TC Kids Fieldhouse Fun Run
Spring - TC Kids Cross Country Fun Run
Events & Services Division
Kris Luneau, Division Director
The Events & Services Division organizes and plans all additional events for the participants and community
outreach. The division responsibilities include: kick-off parties, sponsor events, chip assembly, Health &
Fitness Expo, special VIP receptions, Sunday worship service, Corporate Team Challenge, Charter Club,
course entertainment, expo seminars, hospitality expo suite, packet pick-up, information booths, family
meeting area, VIP tent, 27th Mile, post-race party, and massage tent.
The Professional Recruiting committee enhances the stature of the event in the racing community by
recruiting professional athletes to compete for National Championships and substantial prize purses.
Events & Services Committees Include: Course Entertainment, Health & Fitness Expo, Hospitality and
Special Events, Professional Recruiting, 27th Mile, and Corporate Team Challenge
Medtronic TC 1 Mile Division
Brent Reykdal, Division Director
The TC 1 Mile Division is responsible for the management of the one-mile event, literally from the start to the
finish. These committees are focused on the safety and security of every participant and volunteer during the
race. The Division is made up of two groups, Race Operations and Professional Recruiting. Race Operations
(start, course, finish) has the responsibility for all aspects of planning, organization and management of the
race.
TC 1 Mile Committees Include: Race Operations, Marketing; and Professional Athlete Recruitment.
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Association Volunteer Leadership (cont.)
Red, White & Boom! TC Half Marathon & Relay Division
The Red, White & Boom! TC Half Marathon & Relay Division is responsible for the management of the half
marathon and relay event, literally from the start to the finish. These committees are focused on the safety
and security of every participant and volunteer during the race. The Division has the responsibility for all
aspects of planning, organization and management of the race.
TC Half Marathon & Relay Committees Include: Registration and Packet Pick Up, Start/Finish Line, Course,
Medical, Aid Stations, and VIP Experience.
Twin Cities In Motion Race Day Volunteers
It takes 5,000 enthusiastic volunteers to make the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and weekend events a
reality. From passing out race packets at the expo, to organizing cheer zones, working at the Saturday
Events, handing out water at aid stations, entertaining runners along the course, providing medical care,
awarding medals at the finish line – the list is endless.
Jerry Wilson Volunteer of the Year Award
Year in and year out, volunteers make the marathon a true community event. In 2004, the marathon
introduced the Jerry Wilson Volunteer of the Year Award, named after long-time volunteer Jerry Wilson who
died in February 2004. The annual award will acknowledge an individual who gives generously of his or her
time and talent.
Recipient
Tom Breen
Paul Hajduk
LeeAnn Meyer
Kris Luneau
Jeremy Beuch
Tonya Beuch
Lloyd Zastrow
Michael Thompson
Erik Westgard
Wendy Robson
Brent Reykdal & Sarah Amundson
Eric Hammill
Year
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Division
Race Operations
Race Operations
Marketing & Public Relations
Events & Services
Marketing & Public Relation
Youth Programs
Race Operations
Race Operations
Race Operations
Race Operations
Race Operations
Rookie of the Year Award
The Rookie of the Year Award was created in 2008 to recognize an individual who was new to the TCM
Association and exemplified the organization’s mission statement.
Recipient
Ed Whetham
Mike Cordes
Molly Pederson
Jake Pittman
Angie Voight & Kirk Scoffield
Jon Kerzmann
Emily Cornell
Year
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
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Division
Youth Programs
Race Operations
Red, White & Boom! TC Half Mar. & Relay
Events & Services
Fundraising & Charitable Giving
A Rich History of Community Giving
Since its inception in 1982, Twin Cities In Motion has focused on giving back to the community. To live out
the mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through running, TCM proudly supports community, youth, and
the sport of running. TCM began its community giving program in 1995.
Twin Cities In Motion has been recognized annually as a Minnesota Keystone Partner since 2000 for
contributing at least two percent of our pre-tax earnings to the community. We are proud of this longstanding
commitment to giving back.
In 2014, Twin Cities In Motion divided a more than $60,000 contribution among our
Youth Fitness Partners
College Scholarship Fund
High School Running Shoe Program
Youth Running Scholarships
In addition to our own contributions, TCM offers other non-profit organizations the opportunity to use the TCM
races as a vehicle to help them raise significant dollars for their respective causes. In 2014, Twin Cities in
Motion and its charity partners donated over $800,000 to the community.
TCM’s annual community impact through all sources of giving continues to grow every year. Since 1995,
Twin Cities In Motion has raised just short of $3 million for various organizations, including:
Fairview-University Children’s Hospital
Bolder Options
United Way of Minneapolis and St Paul
Second Harvest Food Banks of Greater
Minneapolis & St. Paul
Twin Cities In Motion College Scholarship Fund
National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Twin Towers Fund
Assistive Technology of Minnesota
USA Track & Field Distance Project
American Lung Association Team Lung
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Migizi Communications
YWCA
Dorothy Day
Sharing & Caring Hands
Help for Haiti
Girls on the Run
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WearEver Recycling
The One Fund: Boston
Fundraising & Charitable Giving (cont.)
2015 Community Partners
Each year, the Twin Cities In Motion Community Partners Committee selects community partners, raises
funds, and promotes these partners throughout the year. In turn, they assist with TCM events. These
partners comprise three categories:
Community Enrichment
Professional Athlete Development
Our 2015 Youth Fitness Partners share TCM’s dedication to advancing youth fitness.
Bolder Options is a one-year mentoring program for “at-risk” youth ages 10-15. Bolder Options pairs youth
with adults to run or bike, and to work on academic goals. Within the first four months, each pair meets twice
a week and trains to complete three running or biking events together. The youth also attend educational
meetings, community service activities, and an adventure learning experience. For the remaining eight
months, the youth and mentor pairs continue to meet twice a month to practice, attend community events,
and continue to strengthen the youth’s academic goals.
Migizi Communications effects and contributes to social justice and positive change by committing
resources to telecommunications, education, health/wellness, and other areas that contribute to capacitybuilding within the American Indian community.
The YWCA of Minneapolis works to fulfill their mission of eliminating racism and empowering women.
YWCA of Minneapolis’ girls and youth programs focus on the strengths of young people and challenge them
to expect and create great things in their lives.
Girls on the Run Twin Cities, Inc. inspires girls in the 3rd to 5th grades to be joyful, healthy and confident by
combining training for a 3.1 mile race with important lessons about body image, healthy living, friendship and
more. It takes an entire community to empower young girls to live to their potential.
Youth Fitness Partners Fundraising Entry Program
Each year TCM has a fundraiser entry program for the marathon and ten mile races. After race registration
closes, a limited number of entries are available on a first-come first-served basis for the usual entry fee plus
a $100 donation to our Community Partners program.
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Community Enrichment Partners
TCM Community Enrichment Partners assist at marathon events and in turn receive goods such as t-shirts
and leftover food from race weekend.
The Emergency Food Shelf Network (EFN) is a nonprofit organization that collects, warehouses and
distributes high quality food and essential support services to Minnesota hunger relief organizations. Its family
of programs includes food banking, food rescue, supplemental nutrition for families and seniors, and
customized support services such as infrastructure, equipment and technology for hunger relief organizations.
Hand In Hand Together is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and
encouragement directly to people of Ukraine, Russia and Moldova living in tremendous levels of poverty.
Hand In Hand Together is organized and operated by a Minnesota couple.
WearEver Recycling collects and recycles wearable goods and textiles. Roughly 45% of recycled goods
are re-used as apparel, often exported to developing countries where second-hand clothes are vital; 30% is
made into cloths for commercial and industrial applications; and 20% is reprocessed into furniture stuffing,
insulation, carpet padding and more.
Professional Athlete Development Partners
TCM’s Professional Athlete Development Partners are leading advocates for the sport of running.
Team USA Minnesota is a coordinated effort to bring local resources together to improve post-collegiate
American distance running and develop future Olympians. TCM continues to proudly support this organization
as a silver level sponsor.
Minnesota Elite Athlete Development Program (MEADP) provides grants to assist qualified runners in
reaching their full athletic potential.
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Twin Cities In Motion Youth Initiatives
Medtronic TC Kids Marathon
The Medtronic TC Kids Marathon program was created by Twin Cities In Motion, with
significant financial and creative support from Medtronic, to promote exercise, wellness,
and healthy lifestyles for kids and their families through a variety of unique training
programs and events. Medtronic TC Kids Marathon program offers 8, 10, or 12-week
training programs, incentives, and three running events for kids each year. In addition, this
program provides significant scholarship dollars to cover race entry fees for students in
need.
Wise Kids In Motion After School Program
Twin Cities In Motion, in collaboration with the Sajai Foundation, developed the Wise Kids In Motion Afterschool Program
to meet the need for additional physical activity and nutrition education in our local schools. The 9-week after school
program utilizes interns and part-time TCM employees who have experience with kids and running, and includes both a
running/physical component as well as nutrition education. TCM’s goals is to positively impact as many kids as possible
by introducing them to a healthy lifestyle and good choices.
Youth Running Scholarship Program
Participating in races gives kids confidence and pride, and encourages them to develop a life-long love of being active.
In an effort to make TCM's award-winning youth programs accessible to all, Twin Cities In Motion awards scholarships to
children in need for entry into its TC Kids events. Last year, 884 kids received scholarships to participate in TCM events.
High School Running Shoe Program
In 2010, the TCM Community Fund added a teen component to address the financial barrier that affects older youth. In
order to keep teens participating in healthy activities without worrying about financing their equipment needs, the High
School Running Shoe Program provides running shoes to athletes in need, who are participating on high school crosscountry or track teams. Each year, TCM donates 100 pairs of shoes to students in need in both Minneapolis and St. Paul
schools.
Twin Cities In Motion College Scholarship Fund
The Twin Cities In Motion scholarship program provides a $5000 scholarship to one female and one male graduating
high school student-athlete planning to go to college.
Applicants are evaluated on a variety of criteria including academic achievements, community service, running
accomplishments and an essay. The student-athlete must be a cross-country and/or track and field runner who has
participated in distances of 800 meters and longer. Eligible student-athletes must also be students at a high school in the
eleven-county Twin Cities metro area with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
2015 College Scholarship Award Winners
Twin Cities in Motion named Ephraim Bird of Hope Academy and Fiona Montie of Stillwater Area
High School as its 2015 college scholarship recipients. Bird and Montie were selected from a
talented pool of applicants based on running accomplishments, academic performance, community
service and a personal essay.
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TCM’s ability to impact the community is due in part to the generosity of the running
community. The organization’s individual donor program – Friends of TCM – focuses
on creating healthy kids through running events, underscoring the importance of
starting good fitness habits early in life.
Becoming a Friend of TCM is as simple as making a minimum contribution of $10. Contributions helps kids
and schools participate in the TCM youth programs.
2015 Friends of TCM Donors
Corporate Donors
Allina
Anderson-KM Builders
Best Buy
Coborns Delivers
Computer Rental Systems
Creative Kidstuff
Doug Morey, MTI Investments
First Convenant Church
Louva
Mark Waldof Consulting, LLC
Medtronic Foundation
Microsoft
Promotional Marketing Services
Solo Vino
Southeast Railroad Supply Co.
Storm Creek
The Blake School
The Depot
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Tik Tok Ink
US Bank
We Cater To You
Individual $100+ Donors
Gregg and Virginia Achman
Anonymous
Kelli Bartholow
Elissa Becker
Steve and Patti Benson
Robert and Kimberly Boisvert
Loreli Burke
Rick Campion
Thomas Cronin
Diane Deigmann
Lawrence Eaton
Jodie Farmer West
Jerry Heaps
Breanne and Adam Hegg
Eric Heizman
Tavis Hudson
David Jendrzejek
Dr. Cheolsu and Hee June Shin
Tim Kennedy
Wade Larson
Kevin Lehman
Stephanie Miller
Mark Movic
Deby and Gary Mullen
Mary O'Neill
Grady Reynolds
Amy Ronneberg
Troy and Lori Roovers
Terry and Cathy Ryan
Mike and Brenda Staloch
Sara Lindquist and Ryan Steines
Mike and Libby Sullivan
Corey and Janeen Walther
Andrea and Jeff White
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Twin Cities In Motion: Year-by-Year
A Long Run Through the History of the Event and the Organization
1982: The Tradition Begins
With an entry fee of $6, the inaugural Twin Cities Marathon was met with a fantastic reception and new era
for Minnesota distance running was born. Race Director Jack Moran credited the Minnesota Distance
Running Association (MDRA), Scandinavia Today, WCCO Radio and The Pillsbury Company, as well as,
local running enthusiasts, Skip Burke, Steve Hoag, Bruce Brothers and Larry Haeg for successfully
combining the City of the Lakes Marathon (est. 1963 in Minneapolis) and the St. Paul Marathon (est. 1981).
1983: Zachariasen Wins Again
The Twin Cities Marathon nearly doubled its registered participants from its inaugural year, while city officials
estimated that the number of spectators reached 200,000. Denmark’s Allan Zachariasen repeated as men’s
champion. On a warm day with high humidity, many participants were awed when Jerry Traylor finished the
race on crutches. “Everyone has a dream,” said the West Virginian, “many people don’t believe they can
realize those dreams. You owe it to yourself to pursue them.” Traylor, stricken with cerebral palsy from birth,
redefined the magic of the marathon.
1984: The Fastest American
Fred Torneden set a course record, which proved the fastest time by an American in 1984. For the first time,
the race was held in September. The decision to hold future marathons in October was motivated by the
need for one extra week of racing and the greater chances of fall colors to continue the reputation as having
a beautiful course. Although the total entries declined — which suggested at the time that the running boom
might be over — 32% of the finishers were first time marathoners, actually giving hope to the future of the
marathon.
1985: The Men’s Record, a Local Champ
Crediting his coach, who made him cut back his weekly mileage from 140 to 100 miles, Philip Coppess set a
course record that was destined to withstand the test of time. His 2:10:05 was the fastest American marathon
finish in nearly two years. Jan Ettle of Freeport surprised the women’s field, as she became the first
Minnesotan to win an open title at the event. Clive Davis shattered the 70+ age group record with an
untouchable 3:04:16. The race hosted 966 first-time marathoners and was the stage for 961 personal
records.
1986: USA Championships
Designated as the U.S. Men’s & Women’s Marathon Championships, the Twin Cities Marathon became the
first true national championship since the 1984 Olympic Trials and started a long-lasting relationship between
the event and the sport’s governing body. The “Pillsbury Prize Purse” of $300,000 was the largest offered in a
marathon based solely on performance. Among the 1,500 participants in the inaugural Saturday Fun Run
Party 5K at Lake Nokomis were running legends Dick Beardsley, George Sheehan, Hal Higdon and Sister
Marion Irvine. Runner’s World called the Twin Cities Marathon, “The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in
America,” creating a tagline for the event that would endure.
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Twin Cities In Motion: Year-by-Year (cont.)
1987: Cold and Fast
For the third consecutive year, the fastest marathoner in America was the winner of the Twin Cities Marathon.
Marty Froelick’s winning time of 2:10:59 marked the third-straight TCM men’s winner to run sub-2:11. The
year’s incredible performances confirmed the Twin Cities Marathon ranking as one of the fastest marathons in
the U.S. For the second consecutive year, the Twin Cities Marathon boasted the coldest marathon
temperature (24 degrees F at the start). The first annual Kids’ One Mile Fun Run proved a huge success.
1988: Bardwell Wins Third Wheeler Title
This year the field limit was set at 6,000 and filled 3 weeks prior to the marathon. Twin Cities Marathon
introduced information booths at the Fitness Fair, as well as the Start and Finish areas as an added service to
its participants. The 14 wheelers claimed the largest field of wheelchair athletes in Twin Cities Marathon
history to date. Bart Bardwell won his third straight Twin Cities Marathon wheelchair title in 2:14:05.
1989: A Home for the Masters
Selected as the site of the 1989 The Athletic Congress (TAC) National Masters Championship, Mario Cuevas
won the men’s masters division in 2:18:35, while Ngaire Drake captured the female masters division in
2:41:25. Of the total marathon field, 36% were made up of masters, establishing it as a “place to race” for the
mature runners. Twin Cities Marathon would continue to value masters running throughout the decades.
1990: A Home at the Dome
Steve Winnick, Twin Cities Marathon, Inc. President, envisioned a continued growth in marathons and knew
the event needed a larger venue for the start. He built a relationship with the Metropolitan Sports Facilities
Commission which connected the marathon with its new home, the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. The
move allowed the marathon to return to a mass start as in 1982. TAC honored the Twin Cities Marathon as
the U.S. selection race for the 1991 World Championship Marathon in Tokyo.
1991: 200 Charter Club Runners, No Employees!
Thanks to a volunteer-driven structure, the Twin Cities Marathon was the only event of its size in the country
without at least one full-time employee. Earning the first multi-year award in event history, Twin Cities
Marathon was chosen by TAC as the National Masters Marathon Championships for men and women for the
next five years. Minnesota celebrated as hometown hero Janis Klecker won her first Twin Cities Marathon
title. Bob Kempainen, another Minnesota icon, placed second to Malcolm Norwood in the closest finish in
Twin Cities Marathon history.
1992: Marry Me at the Wall
Two marathon runners stopped at the ALARC Wall at mile 20 to exchange vows in a wedding ceremony.
They finished the marathon as husband and wife. The 5K race was designated as the Road Runners Club of
America National Championship. The MedCenters Market Place and Health One Fitness Fair boasted a
record 68 expo booths.
1993: Muralt Wins Wheeler Title After Fall
After hitting a pothole and falling out of his chair, Jeffery Muralt still cruised to a wheelchair course record
victory. In addition to the USATF National Masters Championship, the Twin Cities Marathon was designated
as the Men’s Open National Championship, which attracted a competitive elite field. Olympians Alberto
Salazar and Billy Mills joined the field of over 1,000 runners in the RRCA 5K National Championship.
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1994: Toddler Trot Added to Kids Events
Recognized as one of the top five marathons in the country, the Twin Cities Marathon embraced its highest
ranking ever. In his first attempt at running a marathon, Pablo Sierra posted the fifth fastest time in Twin
Cities Marathon history. Olympian and American marathon record holder, Bob Kempainen, won the 5K. A
Toddler Trot was added to complement the kids’ events. Doug Kurtis came to the marathon looking for his
75th sub-2:20 marathon. As he crossed the finish line, a time of 2:19:59.4 showed on the clock, however,
official times were rounded up to the next whole second and he settled for a 2:20:00.
1995: Oothoudt Wins 5th-Straight Wheeler Title
In this year’s field, participants represented 47 states and 16 countries. Sixteen-hundred were running their
first marathon, and a record 32% were women. Fifteen-hundred ran the marathon and 5K and 1,200 kids
participated in the Half Mile Fun Run and Toddler Trot. Tami Oothoudt triumphed in an unprecedented fifth
consecutive women’s wheelchair championship.
1996: Records for Appell, Mendoza, Sodoma & Keston
Twin Cities Marathon celebrated its 15th annual race with record breaking. Olga Appell established a new
women’s course record with her 2:27:59. Saul Mendoza set a wheelchair course record by over five minutes
with 1:35:21, while DeAnna Sodoma became the first women’s wheeler to break the 2-hour barrier at 1:54:50.
Perhaps most remarkably, John Keston, age 71, set a world age-group record becoming the fastest 70+
marathoner ever at 3:00:58. After 15 editions of the marathon, 106 participants remained in the Charter Club.
1997: Mendoza Defends and Breaks Own Record
Known as the year of the heat, afternoon highs soared to 77 degrees, which kept the medical team busier
than ever. Despite the heat, Saul Mendoza defended his wheelchair title and broke his own course record.
Olympian and Minnesota elite runner, Steve Plasencia took home the men’s masters title with 2:19:06. This
also marked the first year of the mail-in silent auction for 100 additional entries into the closed out marathon.
Between the silent auction and the Celebrity Mile, Twin Cities Marathon, Inc. raised more than $22,000 for
charity.
1998: Timing Chips and Diaper Dashers Added
Ranked as the #2 destination marathon in North America by The Ultimate Guide to Marathons, the field filled
a month faster than ever. Manual timing was replaced by the computer chip system for results, becoming the
first marathon in the Midwest to use this state-of-the-art timing system. St. Paul native Bev Docherty, won the
USATF National Masters Women’s Championship and took home nearly $10,000 due to the Twin Cities
Marathon, Inc.’s decision to allow masters runners to collect prize money in more than one division. The
Diaper Dash was added to the Saturday Running Events, creating a complete family atmosphere.
1999: Musuva Three-Peats, Pawelek Takes USA Title
Andrew Musuva won his third consecutive Twin Cities Marathon and became the first three-time overall
champion. Kim Pawelek surprised the women’s field with a win in just her second marathon attempt, winning
the USA Marathon title to boot. Charlie Mahler and Kelly Keeler won the inaugural ten mile race. Twin Cities
Marathon, Inc. officials hosted its first Registration Kick-Off Event, offering the local running community the
opportunity to register early for the marathon.
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2000:A Sprint to the Finish
As the men’s lead pack passed the 25-mile mark, incredibly it was still an 8-person race for the men’s
marathon title. The final sprint began just after the 26-mile mark, near the St. Paul Cathedral, as six men
finished within 13 seconds of winner Sergei Fedotov. Tami Oothoudt claimed an unprecedented seventh
victory in the women’s wheeler division. Also this year, the Twin Cities Marathon High School Scholarship
was established, a Twin Cities Marathon Training Team Network was formed to help build the local running
community, and Twin Cities Marathon, Inc. hosted a Summer Training Station that provided water and sports
drink to runners on their training runs. The organization’s office moved to the Calhoun Beach Club, located on
the marathon course near Mile 4, housing a just-hired staff of three.
2001:Triumphs Amid a National Tragedy
Despite being held shortly after the September 11 terrorist attacks, the 20th Annual Twin Cities Marathon had
many highlights: the marathon filled in just 19 days while the TC 10 Mile filled within 24 hours; Joel Lancaster
became the 100,000th participant to cross the finish line; the Twin Cities Marathon Charter Club boasted 89
runners who had finished all 20 marathons; and $53,000 was raised for Twin Cities Marathon Charities
including the Twin Towers Fund. Joshua Kipkemboi became the first masters runner in Twin Cities Marathon
history to claim the overall individual championship. Zinaida Semenova shattered the open women’s course
record, while Irina Bogacheva followed suit in breaking the master women’s course record (2:31:02). Saul
Mendoza cruised to his fourth wheelchair title.
2002:Dan Browne’s Debut Victory
Twin Cities Marathon was honored to be only the second race in history to play host to the USA Marathon
Championships for all three divisions, women’s, men’s, and masters. This excitement carried over into the
community as the race filled in only 14 days. Eighty-one Twin Cities Marathon Charter Club members finished
this year, having run over 44,000 miles on the marathon course combined. Dan Browne had quite the day
earning a victory in his marathon debut. In the men’s wheelchair division Tony Iniguez managed to win after
suffering a flat tire. Off the course, Twin Cities Marathon, Inc. community contributions raised over $25,000 in
charitable donations plus $110,000 of in-kind items including food and clothing.
2003: Russell’s Runaway
The phenomenal weather race weekend topped off the weekend of events for over 13,000 participants, 5,000
volunteers, and well over 250,000 spectators. Blake Russell amazed the 250,000 plus crowd of spectators
when she pushed the pace against a strong international field, and won in her debut marathon with an
Olympic “A” qualifying time at 2:30:41. A new wave start helped ease congestion at the start line, giving
runners a chance to show all of their running potential.
2004: Permitina Ties the Women’s Record
A cool 48-degree morning was just what Irina Permitina needed to tie the Twin Cities Marathon women’s
course record at 2:26:51. This year, the middle-of-the-pack prizes debuted, and 10 lucky finishers were
awarded a 2005 Twin Cities Marathon entry form and $300 cash. Governor Tim Pawlenty finished his second
Twin Cities Marathon, confirming himself as the only sitting governor to complete the race. Chad Johnson
amazed ten mile spectators by winning the race in 48:44, over a minute faster than all other contenders. Sara
Wells took the women’s ten mile after only training for four weeks due to an injury. The same hard work found
on the courses was reflected in this year’s community partner’s fund raising efforts, where $30,000 was
raised.
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2005: Hussein Sweeps to Titles
Whipping winds and thick humidity tested the will and strength of 10,561 marathon entrants this year. Despite
the harsh weather, Nicole Aish was able to run, and win, her first marathon ever at 2:40:30. Mbarak Hussein
took the open and masters titles with his winning time of 2:18:28. The marathon was honored to be
designated by USA Track & Field as the only site in 2005 for athletes to qualify for the 2008 U.S. Olympics
Marathon Trials. Three men and 12 women qualified including Joan Benoit Samuelson, the 1984 Gold Medal
winner in the first women’s Olympic marathon. Then-Governor Pawlenty completed his third Twin Cities
Marathon in a personal record time of 3:43:34.
2006: Medtronic Becomes a Marathoner
The 25th running of The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America® was truly a recognition of all that has
made the marathon what it is since 1982, as well as an introduction of a great new era with the addition of a
title sponsor, Medtronic. A cool, but sunny day formed the setting for three USA Championships: men’s and
women’s open and masters divisions. Returning men’s open and masters champion Mbarak Hussein
successfully defended both titles with a marathon finishing time of 2:13:52, giving him the total prize purse of
$39,000. Two-time Olympian Marla Runyan took the women’s title running 2:32:17. Her win netted $30,000.
Medtronic’s Global Heroes and Triumphant Soles Award Programs were introduced. The programs honored
19 people who run with physical challenges.
2007: Media Challenge Debuts
2007 brought tremendous new additions. In May, a cross-country event at Como Park was added to the
Medtronic TC Kids Marathon program. Race weekend also had new inclusions. The USA Men’s 10 Mile
Championship was held as part of the Medtronic TC 10 Mile. The field was filled with the nation’s top tenmilers, including winner Abdi Abdirahman, who picked up his third successive championship title. The
Medtronic TC 10 Mile Media Challenge was also introduced. In its inaugural year, the event welcomed eight
teams from the local media, with Star Tribune picking up the nod for fastest overall time. The Medtronic Twin
Cities Marathon again hosted the USA Masters Marathon Championships for the 18th consecutive year.
2008: Duluth’s Goucher Wins the USA 10 Mile Championship
In 2008, there were 7,979 finishers in the 27th annual Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, moving the event into
the 9th largest spot in the nation in terms of marathon finishers. With an emotional finish, Fernando Cabada
took first place in the USA Men’s Marathon Championship, followed by Team USA Minnesota’s Matt
Gabrielson in second. Duluth native Kara Goucher out-ran Team USA Minnesota’s Katie McGregor for the
USA Women’s 10 Mile Championship in the Medtronic TC 10 Mile.
2009: Twin Cities In Motion
After 28 years of sharing its name with the marathon, Twin Cities Marathon, Inc. became Twin Cities In
Motion (TCM). 2009 proved to be a record-breaking year. On May 7, the 4:00 mile was broken for the first
time in Minnesota by David Torrence (3:59.3) at the Medtronic TC 1 Mile. On October 4, Abdi Abdirahman set
a new course record in the Medtronic TC 10 Mile in 46:35. Jason Hartmann won the marathon with 2:12:16
despite stopping to pick up a dropped water bottle at mile 23! Ilsa Paulson claimed the USA Women’s
Marathon Championship title with 2:31:48. A 10K race was added to the weekend of events.
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2010: Deba Accomplishes Grandma’s/Twin Cities Double
Perfect weather conditions set the stage for exciting races on Sunday. In the USA Women’s 10 Mile
Championship, hometown favorite Katie McGregor secured her sixth win at the Medtronic TC 10 Mile. In the
marathon, Sergio Reyes captured the USA Men’s Marathon Championship title in 2:14:02 after having
finished a disappointing 59th in 2009. In the women’s race, Buzunesh Deba was on pace to best the course
record but finished in 2:27:23. Still, she became the first woman to win Minnesota two signature marathons in
a single year. Deba won Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth in June before winning in the Twin Cities in October
— a feat marathon announcers dubbed the ‘Snow Crown.’ In the USA Masters Marathon Championships,
former open champion Mbarak Hussein claimed the title and a new age group (45-49) record in 2:16:57.
Wheeler Saul Mendoza claimed a record seventh win in the marathon with a time of 1:41:58.
2011: The Women Race the Men
Medtronic TC 10 Mile hosted the USA Men’s and Women’s 10 Mile Championships which feature an
equalizer bonus for the first champion — male or female — across the finish line. Men’s champ Mo Trafeh
was able to overcome the seven-minute head start given to women’s winner Janet Bawcom and the rest of
the women’s field, earning $10,000 for doing so. In the marathon, Kenya’s Sammy Malakwen, who has made
a second home in Two Harbors, Minnesota while racing in the United States, won the men’s title in 2:13:11.
Yeshimebet Bifa of Ethiopia won the women’s title in 2:28:24.
2012: Hot Racing on a Cold Day
Race morning dawned cold, but the top racers in the ten mile and marathon field provided some hot race,
once they warmed up, that is. Mo Trafeh won his second USA Men’s 10 Mile title and again edged women’s
champion Janet Bawcom for the $10,000 equalizer prize. Christopher Kipyego won the men’s marathon by
only nine seconds in 2:14:53, while women’s champ Jeannette Faber won in a personal best 2:32:37. The
year marked the 10th running of the Diana Pierce Family Mile and celebrated Medtronic’s renewal as title
sponsor for an additional three years, committing to what will be a decade-long partnership in 2015.
2013: Scaroni Breaks Women’s Wheeler Record
Susannah Scaroni of Urbana, Ill. established a new women’s wheelchair course record, clocking 1:54:37,
bettering DeAnna Sodoma’s 1996 course record by 13 seconds. Nick Arciniaga of Flagstaff, Ariz. and former
Minnesota resident Anne Bersagel won USA Marathon titles. Two-time Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
champ Mbarak Hussein win an unprecedented 4th USA Master Marathon crown, while Sheri Piers, the 2011
USA Masters champ reclaimed her title. Two hundred and fifty runners participated in the inaugural TC Loony
Challenge, a race series composed of the TC 10K, TC 5K, and Medtronic TC 10 Mile — 19.3 miles of racing
in two days!
2014: Topping the 30,000 Mark
First-time marathoner Tyler Pennel of Blowing Rock, N.C. won the men’s title at the 33rd running of the
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, clocking 2:13:32. Esther Erb (Richmond, Va.) topped her third-place finish in
2013, winning the women’s title in 2:34:00. Joshua George (Champaign, Ill.) and Susannah Scaroni (Urbana,
Ill.) defended their wheeler crowns. More than 1100 runners participated in one of five Twin Cities In Motion
race series that culminated in marathon weekend events. Overall, Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend
topped 30,000 entrants for the first time in history.
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We Appreciate Your Efforts!
Thank You!
On behalf of the participants, fans, volunteers, staff, and board of directors of
the 2015 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend, we wish to thank you for
your interest in our event. We appreciate your efforts to share our event with
the community, the nation, and the world.
If there is anything we can do to assist your work, please let us know!
Twin Cities In Motion
2635 University Avenue West, Suite 190
St. Paul, MN 55114
Tel: 651-289-7700
Website: tcmevents.org
@tcmarathon
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races for all paces
Join us for one ( or 3.1, or 10, or 13.1, or 26.2)!
TC Kids
Fieldhouse Fun Run
February 6
TC 10K
October 8
Valentine’s Day TC 5K
Presented by
Marathon Sports
February 13
TC 5K
Presented by
Fredrikson & Byron
October 8
Hot Dash 5K & 10 Mile
Presented by
Marathon Sports
March 19
Medtronic TC 1 Mile
May TBD
TC Kids
Cross Country Fun Run
May 21
Medtronic
TC Family Events
October8
Medtronic
TC 10 Mile
October 9
Medtronic
Twin Cities Marathon
October 9
Medtronic TC Kids Marathon
Red, White & Boom!
TC Half Marathon
and Relay
July 4
Year-round training programs
for for TC Kids events
Visit tcmevents.org for details and registration.
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2015 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend Media Guide

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