2023 Race
Apr 22, 2023
Alright, let's talk numbers, folks. 100+ runners. 10 kilometers. 1 unforgettable day.
June 2023 wasn't just another month in Medfield's calendar - it was the month our little town showed what it's made of. The Soles of Medfield 10K didn't just happen; it exploded onto our streets like a confetti cannon of determination and community spirit.
Picture this: Dawn breaks over Medfield. The air's crisp, the sky's clear, and there's a buzz in the air that's not just from your neighbor's lawnmower. Runners from all over are converging on our start line, some looking like they've just stepped out of a sports magazine, others... well, let's just say enthusiasm counts for a lot!
Now, our course? It's not for the faint-hearted. We've got hills that'll make your calves scream and views that'll make your heart sing. It's like a love letter to Medfield, written in sweat and footprints.
But here's the kicker - this year, every stride, every gasping breath, every triumphant finish line crossing? It all added up to something bigger. Our race proceeds went straight to the Medfield Pedestrian Safety Fund. That's right, we're not just running on these streets, we're making 'em safer for everyone.
And let me tell you, Medfield showed up. Not just the runners, but everyone. Local businesses sponsoring like it was going out of style. Families lining the streets, cheering like their lives depended on it. Volunteers working so hard you'd think they were getting paid in gold (spoiler: they weren't, they're just that awesome).
So, what's the takeaway from all this? Medfield's got legs, sure. But more importantly, it's got heart. A big, pulsing, community-driven heart that beats in time with the footfalls of over 100 runners.
To everyone who laced up, cheered on, handed out water, or just honked encouragingly as they drove by - you're what makes this race more than just a bunch of people running in circles. You're making Medfield better, one step at a time.
Here's to 2023's race - may it be the first of many record-breakers. And remember, in Medfield, we don't just run. We run this town.
Keep those laces tight, Medfield. The road ahead looks mighty fine.
Results can be found here.