GENESEO — The Oak Tree Half marathon hosted over 200 runners as they battled hot temperatures at the 14th annual Oak Tree Half Marathon to benefit the Genesee Valley Conservancy. Mount Morris native and Olympic Marathon Trial Qualifier, Tim Chichester, 30, won the event in a time of 1:10:53 as temperatures soared into the upper 80's by the end of the race. Melissa Johnson-White, 37, was the women's champion with a time of 1:24:41 Tim … [Read more...]
Mount Morris Native Jessica Chichester Takes 5th at Boston Marathon
BOSTON — Step aside little brother - big sister just dropped the hammer at the 2018 Boston Marathon. Jessica Chichester gutted out the brutal wet, windy and cold conditions of the 2018 Boston Marathon running a time of 2:45:23 (net) earning 5th overall in the female division. The 6:19/mile pace for the 26.2 mile course also earned her 313the place in the combined field of just under 30,000 registered participants. Chichester's younger … [Read more...]
Mount Morris Native Cracks 20-Year WineGlass Marathon Record
MOUNT MORRIS – One of the region's most prominent runners broke the course record for WineGlass Marathon Weekend on Sunday. Tim Chichester, 29, crossed the finish line in 02:20:19.19. The previous record was 2:22.52, set in 1997. Following Chichester was Charles Remillard, 24, at 02:24:54.06. Top female finisher was Marina Orrson, 26, at 02:46:43.40. … [Read more...]
Elites and Casual Runners Take the Field at Bergen 5K
NYLON – The Jenna Kuzma Memorial Runners and walkers came to tackle the 3.1 mile course that weaves through the streets of Bergen. The 5K, also known as the Bergen Road Race, took place this past Saturday, Aug. 12. "I think it went well" said Race Director Eric Boyce. "More than pleased with the results. A ton of depth here, and people looked to have a great time. " Omar Boulama took the win on the Men's side in a time of 15:14, edging out … [Read more...]
39th Annual Boilermaker Draws Elite Runners, and Locals Alike
UTICA — The Utica Boilermaker, a 15 kilometer road race, took place this morning featuring over 8000 finishers. The race drew in a great field of runners, featuring professionals and local elites alike. The winner of the Men’s race, Teshome Asfaha clocked in with a time of 43:58. This equates to a blistering 4:43 per mile pace. The winner of the Women’s race was Cynthia Limo, finishing the course in a time of 48:50. The Men’s race … [Read more...]
Chichester Delivers, Qualifies for Olympic Trials with Jacksonville Half Marathon Performance
JACKSONVILLE — Livingston County native, Mount Morris resident and SUNY Geneseo Alumnus Tim Chichester ran the race of a lifetime at the Jacksonville Bank Half Marathon Sunday morning, qualifying for the Olympic trials. Chichester, 27, ran a 1:04:56 half time, meeting the qualifications by 4 seconds after 13.1 miles. "1:04:56 Still can't believe it. Thanks for everyone that has supported me. Olympic trials in 6 weeks!" said Chichester in a … [Read more...]
Chichester Sets Sights on Olympic Trials After 15th Place Finish at TSC NYC Marathon
MOUNT MORRIS — With Tim Chichester's 15th place overall finish and 3rd place for American's at the TCS New York City Marathon behind him, he is now focused on the next goal, making the United States Olympic Trials. Chichester, who went to Mount Morris Central School and ran for SUNY Geneseo under legendary Coach Mike Woods, inched closer to his goal of qualifying for the Olympic Trials with a time of 2:221:25 at a pace of 5:24/mile as he raced … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Alum Tim Chichester Places 34th at Chicago Marathon
CHICAGO — SUNY Geneseo alumni Tim Chichester ran the 2014 Bank of America Chicago Marathon this morning. Chichester, a native of Mount Morris, finished the race in a time of 2:21:03, earning him 34th place overall. The race was won by Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya, in a time of 2:04:11. Chichester is a highly decorated runner, with numerous accolades. He ran the Boston Marathon in 2012, finishing 11th overall, and placed second American … [Read more...]
Rock Criterium and Fitness Festival a Smashing Success in Mount Morris
MOUNT MORRIS — The love for fitness and health drew kids, runners, and cyclists to the first annual American Rock Salt Criterium and Fitness Festival on Saturday into the welcoming village of Mount Morris. There were fitness options for everyone of all ages with a variety of distances for running and cycling heats based upon USA cycling ability levels. The day started in Bellamy Park with the Run Bike Run Duathlon, 5k Run, 10K Run, and … [Read more...]
Mount Morris class of 2012 set to walk Sunday
MOUNT MORRIS – Thirty two Mount Morris seniors will cross the stage and receive their diplomas at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tim Chichester, a Mount Morris alumnus and accomplished long-distance runner, will speak at the ceremony. Mount Morris teacher Ryan Humphrey provided the names of all the graduating seniors to GeneseeSun.com. Congratulations to the class of 2012, their families and their friends. Good luck from all of us at … [Read more...]