Ben Richter, President

Ben RichterBen (E-mail) started running winter track in high school as a way to avoid wrestling class, and has been on the roads ever since.

He has completed 60 marathons, including Boston, Honolulu, New York City, Marine Corps, Kilauea Volcano Trails, Big Sur and Austin.

Shortly after moving to D.C. in autumn 1999, he began regular participation in the Saturday Long Run and credits it for getting him to Boston.

Ben directed the Larry Noel Greenbelt 15K Race from 2005 to 2022 and was a coach with the Club’s training programs for many years. He's also been the Club's VP for Races and its Treasurer.

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Upcoming Events

Lancer 5K
Sat, Apr 26th, 2025, @8:00am
Kenmore PTSA 5K
Sat, May 10th, 2025, @8:00am
Jamestown 5K
Sat, May 17th, 2025, @8:00am
Hero Dogs 5K9
Sat, May 17th, 2025, @8:00am
Women's Distance Festival and Run After The Women
Sun, Jun 8th, 2025, @8:00am
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The DC Road Runners Club is a member of the Road Runners Club of America and is also affiliated with USA Track & Field. We provide a year-round schedule of running events that offer everyone a chance to participate regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability.