Record attendance at Staten Island Running Association Gala ahead of NYC Marathon

More than 300 people attended the Staten Island Running Association's Marathon Legends Gala at LiGreci's Staaten, setting a new attendance record. The event featured Olympic running legends and honored local athletes, highlighting the growing interest in the marathon. Joan Benoit-Samuelson, the first Women's Olympic Marathon winner, made her local debut at the gala. She expressed amazement at the event's size and the diverse crowd, which included attendees from various states and countries. The gala also recognized several local honorees with awards and plaques. SIRA presented donations from the Memorial Day Flag Run to local organizations and honored youth athletes for their achievements in running.