Saturday, November 4, 2023, over 3,600 individuals had registered to participate in the Salina Crossroads Marathon. Registered runners were from all fifty states, Canada, Mexico, Botswana, and Columbia (South America). Several participants were local runners, from Salina and various locations from around the state.
The event included a full marathon, a half-marathon, team relays and 5K races. Children were also given the opportunity to win a medal for their participation in a shorter distance race.
The runners and walkers were able to enjoy a morning with light winds and temperatures in the mid 50s. Beautiful day to showoff our city.
Derek Swartzel, Salina, ran the Full Marathon on Nov. 4, 2023, during the Salina Crossroads Marathon. (Photo by Diane Dowell)
Starting line for the 5K during the Salina Crossroads Marathon held on Nov. 4, 2023.
Erwin Brown, Salina, is 85 years old and has been running since he was 38 years old. Brown participated in the 5K during the Salina Crossroads Marathon held on Nov. 4, 2023. Brown stated, "I have ran a dozen marathons in the past but just stuck with the 5K this time." (Photos by Diane Dowell)
The first runner to cross the finish line for the half-marathon during the Salina Crossroads Marathon held on Nov. 4, 2023. (Photo by Diane Dowell)
Nate, "The Great" Guthals, Olathe, KS, was the first runner to cross the finish line for the full marathon during the Salina Crossroads Marathon held on Nov. 4, 2023. (Photos by Diane Dowell)
SALINA CROSSROADS MARATHON KIDS RACE
For race results, visit this link:
https://www.athlinks.com/event/363794/results/Event/1040131/Course/2324928/Division/2068689/Results