USA National Distance Running Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2008
Posted May 12th, 2008 at 12:00 PM by David Monti
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Masters, Road Racing
During the recent Boston Marathon weekend, the USA National Distance Running Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2008. Members of the class of 2008 are: Amby Burfoot, Johnny Hayes and Priscilla Welch.
In 1968 Burfoot, as a college senior, was the first American to win the Boston Marathon since 1957 with a time of 2 hours, 22 minutes, 17 seconds. In 1908 Hayes was the first American to win the Olympic Marathon against a truly international field. Welch holds several masters records at a variety of distances including the marathon (2:26:51).
“We are honored to make this announcement as part of Boston Marathon weekend,” said Tim Reed, Director of the Hall of Fame in a prepared statement. “The BAA has been a tremendous partner for the Hall, and it is fitting to announce this exceptional 2008 class in conjunction with the BAA and one of the most important races in the world.”
Reed praised this year’s class as highly worthy and representative of the achievements that the distance running community admires. “This class reminds us of the hard work and dedication that it takes to excel in distance running. We are grateful that their personal achievements help bring recognition to the sport.”
The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 12 at the Auditorium on the grounds of the Masonic Care Community in Utica, N.Y (Boilermaker Weekend). The ceremony inducting the ninth class into the Hall of Fame begins at 3:00pm, and is open to the public. Admission is free.
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