Running in the 1966 Boston Marathon and the Early Days of Cross Country at Marist

Running in the 1966 Boston Marathon and the Early Days of Cross Country at Marist

Marist track and cross country director Pete Colaizzo ’86 talks with Marist alumni John Goegel ’68 and John Forbes ’68 about competing in the 1966 Boston Marathon while students at Marist and the early days of cross country at the College. Comments and questions are welcomed and should be sent to: FoxTracks@marist.edu

Making Marist Track & Field History in 1967: The 100-Hour Marathon Relay

Marist track and cross country director Pete Colaizzo ’86, now in his 32nd year of coaching the Red Foxes, talks with Marist alumni Charles DiSogra ’68 and John Forbes ’68 about the historic 100-hour marathon relay held in March 1967 and the founding of the Marist track and field team. Their conversation includes anecdotes about the College and memorable figures from the mid-1960s, as well as new efforts to support current and future student athletes.