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With sneakers laced and spirits high, a record-breaking crowd of nearly 500 runners gathered on Saturday, March 28, for the fifth annual Noonday Shanty 5K/10K, featuring an all-time high of 23 teams. Presented by Avonlea Apartments and benefiting the Town Center Community Alliance, the race transformed a spring morning into a celebration of movement and community.
The event featured USA Track and Field-certified 5K and 10K courses, inviting participants of all ages and experience levels to enjoy a run through some of Town Center’s most notable landmarks, including Aviation Park, Cobb International Airport and Fifth Third Bank Stadium. Beyond showcasing the community, the race supported local green space improvements and granted runners an opportunity to qualify for the AJC Peachtree Road Race.
“The Noonday Shanty is more than just a race, and in our fifth year, we see the meaningful impact this event has on our community,” said Tracy Styf, executive director of the Town Center Community. “We are thankful for the dedication of our participants, supporters, volunteers and sponsors for making this year’s Noonday Shanty a standout success.”
Participants who made their mark with the fastest times in the 5K and 10K are listed below.
Overall 5K winners:
- Female – Alli Hurtado, 22:53.0, Kennesaw, Ga.
- Male – Ezra Wood, 19:58.4, Atlanta, Ga.
Masters 5K winners:
- Female – Samantha Williams, 29:12.9, Cartersville, Ga.
- Male – Farris Gransberry, 20:00.0, Marietta, Ga.
Overall 10K winners:
- Female – Beatrix Ohienmhen, 43:10.2, Marietta, Ga.
- Male – Gustavo Lerma, 38:11.7, Dallas, Ga.
Masters 10K winners:
- Female – Alejandra Carrera, 43:32.4, Acworth, Ga.
- Male – Oscar Rodriguez, 43:32.8, Acworth, Ga.
For more information about Town Center Community, the race and results, visit https://www.towncentercid.com/noonday-shanty.
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