Members of the Team Rocket Tri Club were honored recently for their support, volunteer work, mentorship and race performances after a stellar year on the road and in the water.
Josh Whitehead won his 10th title, Nina Sillivant claimed top women’s honors and two speedsters tied for second Saturday at the 47th Huntsville Half Marathon.
Paulo Cardoso earned a spot in the 2026 Ironman World Championship as he and 19 other members of the Team Rocket Tri Club finished the Ironman Florida event Nov. 1 in Panama City Beach.
Frank Matte of Birmingham led Alabama runners to the finish Sunday at the TCS New York City Marathon, with Megan Lehr of Huntsville pacing area finishers.
The annual Rocket City Marathon, held in December, has again been voted No. 1 in Alabama by runners who appreciate the fun course and Huntsville scenery.
Standout finishes by area runners on the roads and trails highlight the latest TVO Roundup, with events stretching from Germany to Montana and points between.
Another record turnout Saturday for the 22nd Liz Hurley Ribbon Run 5K helped push the total raised to help fight breast cancer to more than $8 million.
Daniel Sillivant of Huntsville paced area finishers with a 2:36:01 finish Saturday in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, which had a strong field from Alabama.
Team Redstone continued its streak of bringing home a prized eagle trophy for the Government Agencies Division at the 41st annual Army Ten-Miler in Washington, D.C.