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Flying Pig delays 5K, other Saturday races due to rain
The 5K and races scheduled to follow were delayed Saturday morning due to the weather, according to Flying Pig officials. Officials announced that the 5K, originally scheduled for 10 a.m., will now start at noon. ...
Falcons rally in 6th, gain split with Bulldogs
BATAVIA — Clinton-Massie and Batavia split two games Wednesday in SBAAC American Division softball. The Falcons won the first game 13-12, rallying in the sixth inning with six runs. The game was started and postponed from earlier in the season. The Bulldogs won the nightcap 10-2. ”Definitely good to...
FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza out 6-8 weeks with broken jaw, reportedly from Quashawn Toler punch
FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza will miss 6-8 weeks due to an off field injury that resulted in a broken jaw according to the club. According to the Athletic, the broken jaw happened due to an altercation outside of a bar resulting in being punched by boxer Quashawn Toler. The club has not commented publicly on the incident, as necessitated by Boupendza reportedly being the victim in the situation which is currently under police investigation. The team released the following statement.
Move over, Kentucky Derby. This weekend's for the pigs
Good morning and welcome to Flying Pig weekend! I'm high school sports reporter (and The Enquirer's resident running geek) Brendan Connelly. Thousands of runners will take part in this weekend's events, which range in distance from tonight's 50 West Mile to Sunday's full marathon. In the men's marathon, Jason Salyer...
Catch the 150th Kentucky Derby in style at these Cincinnati-area watch parties
It's nearly here: The 150th Kentucky Derby is racing toward us this Saturday, May 4. Whether you've placed bets on this year's race or you're just looking for an excuse to spend time with friends, the Derby is on pretty much everyone's watchlist. You don't have to attend the race in person to experience all the excitement and fanfare surrounding Derby Day.
Can’t make it to the Derby? Latonia has you covered
The Kentucky Derby and horse racing in general is an old Kentucky tradition, one that has roots here in the NKY region. Two businesses in Covington’s neighborhood of Latonia, which at one time was its own city that housed the historic Latonia Race Track, will honor the heritage of the neighborhood by holding events this weekend where local people can enjoy the Derby and other festivities without traveling.
Flying Pig runners add new challenge to miles and hills — the heat
CINCINNATI — As the Flying Pig Marathon approaches, the only dark cloud hanging over the start is the sun. The heat is expected to be a factor for many runners. “It's looking like it's going to be a little bit of a warmer marathon,” said Jack Randall. “Whether you're up front in the race or just trying to finish. I think you can take some solace in the fact that everybody's pushing through the same obstacle.”
Meet the top contenders for the 2024 Flying Pig marathon, half marathon titles
Move over, Kentucky Derby. For Cincinnatians, the first weekend in May means it's time to toe the starting line for the Flying Pig Marathon. This is the 26th running of the race that brings the Greater Cincinnati running community together like none other. Saturday's 10-kilometer race and the four-person relay...
Belle of Cincinnati breaks Belle of Louisville's 4-year winning streak in Great Steamboat Race
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It was a long and hard-fought battle between the Belle of Louisville and Cincinnati at this year's Great Steamboat Race. Looking to defend its four-year winning streak, the Belle of Louisville kept it close with the Belle of Cincinnati for the start. Unfortunately, in the end,...
Video: Test out your swing at this golf simulator bar in downtown Cincinnati
Did you know a popular indoor golf experience located in downtown Cincinnati?. Five Iron Golf opened last year inside The Foundry on Fifth Street downtown. The Foundry is Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation's $51 million mixed-use development of Fountain Place, which was previously home to Macy’s department store. The...
Two runners from Ukraine arrive in Cincinnati for Flying Pig Marathon
CINCINNATI — Two participants in this weekend's Flying Pig Marathon just arrived in town from the other side of the world. They gave another presentation before the mayor and city council. Part of their mission goes far beyond running the marathon. Two marathon runners arrived in Cincinnati from Kharkiv,...
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