Larry Murphy was chosen as the Official Wave 2 Marathon starter. For 60 years, he has been the transportation coordinator of the 600+ Marathon buses and 100+ police vehicle escort program for the Marathon. Be sure to give Larry a huge thanks on Monday.
Jean Cann (L) Hopkinton High Girls Cross Country Coach, former USA Track & Field official and Brandeis University Hall of Fame Track member, 13-year HMC member was chosen to be the Wave 3 starter of this year's Marathon. Be sure to say HI to Jean on Monday.
Pat O'Brien, retired Hopkinton Police Officer, former Hopkinton High Basketball Coach, referee and current committee member of The Friends of Hopkinton, was selected to be the starter of Wave 4 Marathon runners. Come cheer Pat and the runners on.
Today we honor Veterans past and present. We salute you all and Thank You for your service. ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Great News: The Boston Athletic Association will celebrate the 129th running of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America on Monday, April 21, 2025. Qualifier registration is now open and will close on Friday, September 13, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. See BAA.org.
Tucker & Ryder Fleming, and Emma Grucela, Emily Desrochers, and Charlie Desrochers, all of Hopkinton all participated in the HMC 100 Yard Dash on Saturday and posed in front of the HMC’s iconic sign. Photo credit Jim Danahy
A few action shots from yesterday’s Hopkinton Marathon Committee 100 Yard Dash, Celebrating 100 Boston Marathon starts in Hopkinton, 1924-2024. Photo Credit Jim Danahy
A few scenes around town this week as our town gets ready to welcome 30,000 runners and send them safely en route to Boston
Hopkinton Marathon Committee invites Hopkinton kids ages 5 - 12 to celebrate 100 Starts of the Boston Marathon. Come run in the "100 Yard Dash across the Start Line" event on Saturday, April 13th at 1 PM. Pre-registration is required. bit.ly/48SC884
The legacy of Rick Hoyt will live on through all those he touched; he was a true ambassador for people with disabilities. He lived his life inspiring others and has left an indelible mark on Hopkinton and the world! Rick exemplified greatness and will be truly missed❤️
General James McConville, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army (center) recognized veterans (L-R) Muriel Kramer, Peter Redding, Brennan Grimley, and Tyler Staback. Starters for Wave 2, 3 & 4 Chief Joe Bennett, Jamie Stewart, and Abbie Rosenberg. #BostonMarathon @Hopkintonpolice 💛💙🇺🇸
HMC members, HPD officers, and town and state officials on One Boston Day observing a moment of silence at the start line. Photo courtesy of Darlene Hayes
Today at 2:49 PM join us at the Start Line for a moment of silence ceremony as we pause in remembrance to honor all those affected by the tragedy at the Boston Marathon finish line ten years ago on April 15, 2013. 💙💛#oneBoston #Boston127
