Navy SEAL LT Michael P Murphy Run Around the Lake 4M Half Marathon
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About the race
The Navy SEAL LT Michael P Murphy Run Around the Lake is a Ronkonkoma road race that raises funds for veterans and honors Navy SEAL LT Michael P Murphy and other service members. The event offers multiple race options and both in person and virtual participation with postrace swag shipping and a virtual upload option for finish photos and times.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon
- 4 Mile
- Fun Run
The course information notes that the Half Marathon is run as three loops. Runners start on Ocean Ave and finish at the traditional finish; the Fun Run finishes on Kirk Ave. On-course support includes porta potties approximately every 1.5 miles, water stops every 1 mile, and two electrolyte stops per Half Marathon loop. A bag drop is available at the common start line; unclaimed bags may be donated.
Race day parking and shuttle service are based at the Ronkonkoma Train Station South Parking Lot at Easton St and Railroad Ave. Shuttles transport participants and spectators to and from the start area; strollers are not permitted on the buses.
Amenities and awards include a post race BBQ and beer, a pasta dinner at St. Josephs Church gym, participant shirts and dog tags, a finisher medal for Half Marathoners, early registrant commemorative mugs, live results and same day finish line photos. Beneficiaries include the Murph Foundation, Lone Survivor Foundation, Ronkonkoma Rotary and the Murph SEAL Museum. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
