Elite Runners
The race will distribute complimentary entries based on demonstrated past performance. In addition, limited hotel accommodations are offered. Invited athletes receive a seeded bib number. No travel expenses will be covered. Elite bib placement is limited and these participants will receive placement in the front of the pack at the beginning of the race. In some cases, elite athletes are offered a complimentary registration. These registrations involve a thorough check of past performances. All decisions regarding elite athlete entry are final and will be made by the elite athlete coordinator. For consideration, please email syracusehalf@gmail.com. As a guideline we have introduced the below standards to help us make a decision. If you have run the times listed below since September 1st, 2023, please email us with the name and date of the race. You will then receive an entry code for your respective discount.
Standard
A – Standard (Hotel accommodations, free race entry, and amenities):
Male – Sub 1:05:00 half marathon or the equivalent in a race over 5k
Female – Sub 1:15:00 half marathon or the equivalent in a race over 5k
B – Standard (Free race entry and amenities):
Male – Sub 1:10:00 half marathon or the equivalent in a race over 5k
Female – Sub 1:20:00 half marathon or the equivalent in a race over 5k
C – Standard (Half-price race entry and amenities):
Male – Sub 1:14:00 half marathon or the equivalent in a race over 5k
Female – Sub 1:24:00 half marathon or the equivalent in a race over 5k
Course Records:
Fred Joslyn – 1:06:28 (2013)
Jennifer Bigham – 1:18:04 (2022)
For consideration of an elite entry, please email our elite athlete coordinator at syracusehalf@gmail.com
