The Moore & Giles Virginia 10 Miler

In 1972, Frank Shorter started a running boom in the United States by winning the marathon gold medal at the Munich Olympics. Two years later, in September 1974, that wave of enthusiasm reached Lynchburg, where 174 men and 7 women climbed Farm Basket Hill and completed the inaugural Virginia 10 Miler at EC Glass High School. Now, fifty Virginia 10 Milers later, that boom continues to reverberate down the streets of Lynchburg on late September Saturdays.

VIRGINIA 10 MILER RECOGNIZED AS “2024 ROAD RACE OF THE YEAR”

The Moore and Giles Virginia 10 Miler has been selected by the Road Runners Club of America as the 2024 “Road Race of the Year.” Since 1971, the RRCA has honored the service and dedication of outstanding leaders in the running community. The award recognizes the significant contributions the event made to the sport in 2024 by engaging and empowering everyone to run and by having outstanding performances in races.  The 2024 race was the 50th running of this historic and prestigious race. Past participants have included over forty Olympians including numerous Olympic medalists. The 2024 event had a record number of participants on the course and the anniversary included a historical exhibit at the Lynchburg Museum, a commemorative book, and a reunion of past champions and race directors.

The race is indebted to local business and charitable organization leaders who sponsor the event. The 10 Miler is directed by Jeff Fedorko under the stewardship of the Lynchburg Road Runners Club (LRRC), with Lesley McPhatter as the 10 Miler Chairperson. Bret Boman, President of the Lynchburg Road Runners, along with LRRC Board members Monica Kamin and Grattan Garbee, accepted the award at the RRCA National Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The Virginia 10 Miler Book

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the VA 10 Miler in 2024, LRRC President Bret Boman and Board Member Lesley McPhatter have compiled the rich history of this iconic event in book form. This book is filled with inspiring stories, historical accounts, and photos, highlighting the enduring legacy of the event over the years.

Lynchburg Museum Exhibit

To celebrate the 50th Virginia 10 Miler, the Lynchburg Museum developed an exhibit - displayed proudly from August through November, 2024. This exhibit is preserved digitally for anyone to enjoy.

The Virginia 10 Miler is proudly owned and operated by the LRRC.