26 Eugene Legends
On your way down Agate Street toward the finish line outside of historic Hayward Field, you'll be reminded of the many legends that have contributed to Eugene's running reputation. The last mile of the Eugene Marathon and Half Marathon will be marked with the 26 Eugene Legends below, plus the 2010 Honorary Legend - Marv Rexius. These legends - from distance runners to coaches - have made a significant impact on the running community, local and worldwide. Click Here to see some of the 26 Eugene Legends' accomplishments! Email us to nominate a new legend.
"In the Footsteps of LEGENDS"
MILE 1: Bill Hayward
MILE 2: Tom Heinonen
MILE 3: Bill Dellinger
MILE 4: Marla Runyan
MILE 5: Kathy Hayes
MILE 6: Kenny Moore
MILE 7: Bill McChesney Jr
MILE 8: Phil Knight
MILE 9: Alberto Salazar
MILE 10: Steve Prefontaine
MILE 11: Rosa Gutierrez
MILE 12: Annette (Hand) Peters
MILE 13: Matt Centrowitz
MILE 14: Liz Wilson
MILE 15: Mike Manley
MILE 16: Mary Decker Slaney
MILE 17: Jon Anderson
MILE 18: Leann Warren
MILE 19: Jim Hill
MILE 20: Cathie Twomey Bellamy
MILE 21: Melody Fairchild
MILE 22: Maria Mutola
MILE 23: Rudy Chapa
MILE 24: Brad Hudson
MILE 25: Joe Henderson
MILE 26: Bill Bowerman
HONORARY LEGEND:
2010 Marv Rexius
2009 Michael DeRobertis
*Pictures from Top: Jon Anderson & Bill Dellinger at the 2007 Eugene Marathon Speaker Series (Health & Fitness Expo); Kenny Moore signing books at the 2007 Eugene Marathon Health & Fitness Expo.
*Email us to nominate a new legend for 2011
