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Marshall University Marathon
Marshall University Marathon is a marathon, half marathon and 5K event held in Huntington, West Virginia. It is usually held in November; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 2,000 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- November
- Location
- Huntington, WV
- Field size
- ~2,000 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- November (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Huntington, West Virginia
- Distances
- Marathon, Half, 5K
- Field size
- About 2,000 runners
- Course
- Flat / low
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- marshalluniversitymarathon.com
About the Marshall University Marathon
Held in early November in Huntington, this is West Virginia's largest marathon, featuring a certified, flat course that finishes on the field at Joan C. Edwards Stadium where runners carry a football across the goal line.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- Billed as the largest marathon in West Virginia; USATF-certified; Boston qualifier; flat, fast course
- Notes
- Large Huntington marathon weekend.
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Marshall University Marathon: common questions
- When is the Marshall University Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in November. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Marshall University Marathon held?
- In Huntington, West Virginia.
- What distances does the Marshall University Marathon offer?
- Marathon, Half and 5K.
- How many people run the Marshall University Marathon?
- About 2,000 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Marshall University Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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