DID YOU KNOW: Only one B.A.A. running club member has ever won the Boston Marathon. This year marks the 65th anniversary since John J. Kelley ran a then-course record of 2:20:05 to win the 1957 race. Kelley finished runner-up on five other occasions (1956, 1958, 1959, 1961, and 1963).

Boston Marathon is a very famous, historic and iconic marathon. I like the course and the atmosphere. If the conditions are good I am aiming for the course record this year." – Marcel Hug, Winner of five Boston titles and a course record of 1:18:04

Spencer Strong

Spencer the golden retriever has become a fan and runner favorite in recent years. No matter the weather, Spencer has established a tradition in Ashland by holding his Boston Strong flags and supporting those bound for the finish line. Spencer has recently been battling cancer, and all of us at the B.A.A. are wishing him a speedy recovery. Stay strong, Spencer!

Support Along the Way

9,500 total volunteers

66,500+ estimated hours of service at this year's race 3

7,000+ combined years of service for this year's volunteer corps

48 years: tenure of the longest-serving volunteer, Dr. Lyle Micheli, an Orthopedic Surgeon with Boston Children's Hospital

More than 100 volunteers have 30+ years of service to the Boston Marathon, while more than 600 volunteers have at least 15 years of service to the race.

From Start to Finish 500,000+ estimated spectators along the race route