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The Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown challenge is back for 2020! This exciting series shows who the most dedicated runners are by rewarding those that finish the area's three biggest local marathon/half marathons within a year with some serious bling! See the rules and guidelines below…
Participants must register for all three of these races:
Participants must register for each race individually to be eligible for the Triple Crown medal. Registering for one race does not automatically register you for the other races. If you register for all three races by the time registration closes for the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon (or Half Marathon) and the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon and by October 11 for Star City, you will automatically be registered to receive the Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown medal. Medals will be distributed at the awards ceremony for the Star City Half Marathon on November 21.
Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown Rules and Regulations:
ABOUT THE 2020 MEDAL:
The railroad first came to Virginia's Blue Ridge in 1852 in what was then known as "Big Lick." In 1882, Roanoke became a crossroads for the railroad, which eventually became the Norfolk and Western Railway. This marked the start of the town's rapid growth, leading to its charter as the City of Roanoke in 1884. Norfolk and Western was headquartered in Roanoke until 1982 when it merged with Southern Railway and the headquarters shifted to Norfolk. From 1950-1959 Norfolk and Western manufactured the 611 class "J" steam locomotive in the Roanoke shops, which has become an icon of the region.
The 2020 Triple Crown medal is a massive 5" square and features a 3-D sculpted 611 steam engine with a clear jewel in the place of the headlight of the locomotive. The three race names are listed on the medal below the engine, with a stacked "2020" in the lower right corner. The beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains create a scenic backdrop for the historic locomotive.
List of registered participants (as of 9/20/20):
Amanda Carter
Andrew Parkins
Anne Kohinke
Chris Barnett
Clay Britton
Colby Barton
David Sullivan
Dawn Parris
Elaine Sullivan
Hampton Pasley
Jaime Barcenas
Jennifer White
Jesse Barcenas
Karen Litz
Kathy Figaro
Kristen Jager
Laura Bacigalupo
Lee McNeely
Marion Childress
Mark Adler
Mark Joyce
Matthew Bright
Matthew Warner
Melissa Wills
Mike Closs
Sarah LaRose
Scott Bennett
Shannon Barnett
Taylor Isom
Tim Miles
Vickie Klostermann
William Cole
Wilton Johns
Zachary Andrews
Don't see your name on the list but you are registered for all 3 events? Send us an email.
Participants must register for all three of these races:
- The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Full or Half Marathon - April 18, 2020
- The LewisGale Half Marathon- October 10, 2020
- The Star City Half Marathon- November 21, 2020
Participants must register for each race individually to be eligible for the Triple Crown medal. Registering for one race does not automatically register you for the other races. If you register for all three races by the time registration closes for the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon (or Half Marathon) and the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon and by October 11 for Star City, you will automatically be registered to receive the Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown medal. Medals will be distributed at the awards ceremony for the Star City Half Marathon on November 21.
Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown Rules and Regulations:
- You must use the same email address to register for all three races.
- You may register for the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon and Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon (or half) at any time as long as registration is open, but you must register for the Star City Half Marathon by October 11 to be guaranteed a medal. A waiting list will be made for those who register after October 11.
- You must be present on Nov. 21st to pick up the Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown Medal. Medals will not be mailed.
ABOUT THE 2020 MEDAL:
The railroad first came to Virginia's Blue Ridge in 1852 in what was then known as "Big Lick." In 1882, Roanoke became a crossroads for the railroad, which eventually became the Norfolk and Western Railway. This marked the start of the town's rapid growth, leading to its charter as the City of Roanoke in 1884. Norfolk and Western was headquartered in Roanoke until 1982 when it merged with Southern Railway and the headquarters shifted to Norfolk. From 1950-1959 Norfolk and Western manufactured the 611 class "J" steam locomotive in the Roanoke shops, which has become an icon of the region.
The 2020 Triple Crown medal is a massive 5" square and features a 3-D sculpted 611 steam engine with a clear jewel in the place of the headlight of the locomotive. The three race names are listed on the medal below the engine, with a stacked "2020" in the lower right corner. The beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains create a scenic backdrop for the historic locomotive.
List of registered participants (as of 9/20/20):
Amanda Carter
Andrew Parkins
Anne Kohinke
Chris Barnett
Clay Britton
Colby Barton
David Sullivan
Dawn Parris
Elaine Sullivan
Hampton Pasley
Jaime Barcenas
Jennifer White
Jesse Barcenas
Karen Litz
Kathy Figaro
Kristen Jager
Laura Bacigalupo
Lee McNeely
Marion Childress
Mark Adler
Mark Joyce
Matthew Bright
Matthew Warner
Melissa Wills
Mike Closs
Sarah LaRose
Scott Bennett
Shannon Barnett
Taylor Isom
Tim Miles
Vickie Klostermann
William Cole
Wilton Johns
Zachary Andrews
Don't see your name on the list but you are registered for all 3 events? Send us an email.
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