Hey everyone welcome to another edition of the monthly race recap. We have amazing racing from all over the country including 5Ks, Marathons, and some cross country racing mixed into too. It’s been a long summer and fall season, yet everyone has been maintained excellent fitness and growth into their running. We are only excited to see how everyone grows moving into 2026! Thank you and enjoy!
Pacific Beach 5K and Half Marathon
Emily Huang completed the double header running the 5K in a time of 31:24 and the Half Marathon in a time of 2:07:44; great job Emily way to represent our club in Southern California with distinction!
Long Beach Marathon
Adrienne Morelos and Steph Lunetta Henry ran the marathon together completing the race in a time of 7:16:20; great job ladies getting the distance done with gusto!
Chicago Marathon
Lisa Sunahara completed the marathon in a time of 5 hours and 5 Minutes; well done Lisa getting it done on a beautiful day!
Angelica Cross smashed the marathon with a time of 3:39:39; excellent work Angelica! Here is what Angelica had to say about her journey to the race and the race itself:
“A year and a half ago, I was sidelined by injury and had to watch my Boston dream slip away. Today, that dream was reignited when I qualified again 🙌🏼 Third time’s a charm! The crowds, the energy, the 55,000 runners… absolutely unforgettable. My heart is full and so thankful for God’s strength and grace through every mile. Huge thanks to my FFEG and MotIvate families for the support, encouragement, and belief that carried me here. Next stop: NYC qualifier and inching closer to that PR. But first, a little recovery 💙❤️”
Jasmin Mclean ran the 26.2 mile course in a time of 04:06:23 despite some difficulties:
“I couldn’t meet any of my goals. Tripped on a bottle that someone dropped in front of me & I twisted my ankle @ Mile 4! 😳😩
Iced it, seems ok. We’ll see how it is tomorrow 😆
Also need to figure out fueling better. Tummy was cramping. Instead of every half hour, stick to each hour. It did help the cramping after taking salt tabs. Thank you Liza! 🤗”
Congrats on getting it done in any case Jasmin!
Granite head trails and ales
Michael Trotta completed the 11.45 mile long course in a time of 2:31:19 excellent grit and determination Michael!
Ben Mundy ran the 6.6 mile course in a time of 1:02:32; well done Ben another excellent addition to an already fantastic season; enjoy!
John Gibson ran the 11.45 mile long course in a time of 1:35:13 averaging 8:30 pace over a tough trail; well done John way to go!
Detroit Marathon
Mai Nakamoto paced the Detroit Marathon to a time of 5:13:57; well done Mai congrats on another race down!
Tamalpa XC Challenge
Mike Tiska completed the race in a time of 37:29; nice job Mike you are having a great XC season this fall!
Gil Machado completed this XC race in a time of 39:41; way to show up and represent the team at all XC races Gil!
Willow Hills Cross Country 5K
Michael Dean ran a time of 23:02 on this tough 5K course on top of driving over night from San Luis Obispo to make it up to Folsom to the race; great job Michael!
Ben Mundy ran a time of 25:15 showcasing the excellent strength he has developed this season running lots of hills!
John Gibson was the fastest rebel on the day running a time of 22:23; great job John consistently performing well!
Gil Machado completed the course in a time of 28:20; great job Gil another great race among a stellar XC season!
Larry Fluharty pushed himself to a time of 27:38; great job Larry on a tough course!
Andy Harris pushed himself to finish the race in a sub thirty minute time; well done Andy!
Mike Tiska ran another strong race in the leopard print to a time of 24:58; great work Mike!
Steve Swindel completed the race in a time of 42:36; way to show up and represent as always Steve!
Shane Curren ran a strong race due to his consistent training this season to a time of 25:39; great job Shane!
Ron Souza had a great time as always finish the race in a time of 27:57; always a legend Ron keep rocking!
Ruben Rodriguez was the 2nd fastest Rebel on the day completing the race in a time of 22:34; your racing has hit another gear since turning 60 Ruben; great job!
Ragnar Los Coyotes Reservation
Mai Nakamoto, Katherine Winkler, Richard Nakamoto, and Omar Solis competed with their Ragnar team ‘Less Bagels More Beers’ to complete the team relay race in a time of 31 hours and 17 Minutes! Traversing over 120 miles of difficult and tough trails with plenty of ascent and descent in elevation. Great job team congrats on this amazing accomplishment!
Aggies Cross Country Open
Mike Buzbee completed 4.1 mile course in a time of 34:41; great job Mike!
Andy Harris ran the XC race in a time of 35:08; great job Andy as always.
Gil Machado completed the race in a time of 36:29; excellent work Gil!
Shane Curren ran the course in a time of 33:01 another excellent race in a very solid season Shane; congrats!
Ron Souza pushed himself to complete the race in a time of 37:14; well done Ron!
Ruben Rodriguez ran the course in a time of 28:01; blazing fast Ruben in the 60+ age category well done!
Dia De Los Miles 5K
Adrienne Morales & Steph Lunetta Henry completed the 5K road course in a time of 37:46 way to show up and represent the club as always with excellent smiles; well done ladies!
Mariano Meza completed the race in a time of 29:40 breaking 30 minutes. Mariano your fitness is ever growing great work this year!
Michelle Carrasco & Gil Inouye completed yet another race for the Rebels with a time of 31:19; well done Michelle and Gil; congrats!
Courtney Eldridge ran an exceptional race to finish the third fastest woman overall and 2nd in her age group (30-39); great work Courtney!
Zach Gonzalez pushed himself to a fantastic PR running the 5K in a 20:13 and earning 3rd place in his age group (30-39)! Here is what Zach had to say about his race effort:
“Official time 20:13. Hit my PR by over a minute! Thanks to Courtney Eldridge for the 🔥 playlist and the speed sessions. Next goal sub-20!”
Emily Huang dressed up as a spooky skeleton ran the race in a time of 25:39; earning 2nd place in her age group (50-59); well done Emily!
Alejandro Santana completed the 5K in a time of 22:26; well done Alejandro!
Selena Hak completed her 5K in a time of 34:08; excellent work Selena your fitness is improving with every race
Kunhuor Hak completed the race in a time of 21:26 earning 3rd place in his age group (50-59); well done Kunhuor always racing strong and looking great in Rebel Red!
Jessica Rong pushed herself to an amazing time of 21:25 earning 2nd place among all women an 1st in her age group! Great job Jessica you have had an amazing season this year, enjoy!
Nathan Myers ran an excellent time of 22:17; great job Nathan!
Mimi Macias completed the 5K in a time of 31:12; putting on an excellent kick at the end! Well done Mimi, keep rocking!
Michael Trotta completed the race in a time of 57:43; well done Michael. If anyone can find a picture of him let me know please. thanks!
Daniel Rodriguez ran an excellent race to a time of 23:18; great job Daniel!
Lupe Rodriguez showed us his racing ability running a time of 25:25; great job Lupe!
Ruben Rodriguez earned 1st place in his age group running a time of 21:42 made all the more remarkable by the fact that he ran cross country only just the day before! Well done Ruben and thank you for always providing so many fantastic photos of all members at the races!
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