Not Just a Runner: He Podiumed 100 Times

Recapping this weekend's races.

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Charlotte, North Carolina Spartans stormed into Charlotte for Race 2 of the 2025 US National Series. Adam Beach claimed back-to-back Sprint wins, with Kevin Thompson and Nicholas Ryker rounding out the men's podium. On the women's side, Cassandra Gill held strong against Claudia Bongiovianni and Kaci Monroe. With 600 points each, Beach and Gill lead the Series heading into Big Bear—where another brutal Sprint awaits. In the Super, Robert Killian earned his 100th Elite Overall podium—a major milestone made even sweeter as his kids crushed the course alongside him. And to up the challenge, the iconic Traverse Wall returned, testing grip, focus, and full-body strength. Los Angeles, California Over 7,000 Spartans took over the legendary Dodger Stadium to launch the 2025 Stadion season—trading baseballs for burpees and home runs for hero moments. The iconic venue brought the pain, with steep stairs and relentless carries that tested every ounce of grit. For one first-time racer, it was unforgettable. "I'll never look at stairs—or Dodger Stadium—the same again." With teammates and family by their side, they pushed through every level, powered through the carries, and earned the iconic Stadion medal. And whilst Spartans stormed the stadium, a lucky few caught a glimpse of Freddie Freeman down on the field, casually fielding balls. A surprise Dodgers moment in the middle of Spartan mayhem—only in L.A. Los Angeles, California It was a full-on mind-and-body test set against the rugged terrain of Glen Helen Raceway. For one Mudder, it was an unforgettable experience: "I never thought I'd be able to do this a year ago… but I showed up, put in the work, and finished!" With scrapes, sore muscles, and just a little emotional damage, Mudders leaned into teamwork, endurance, and mentality to get it done. As one finisher put it: "The Tough Mudder was tough… but MUDDERF#&KER I was tougher." You brought the grit, LA. Until next time. San Jose, California Spartan San Jose lit up Woodward Reservoir Regional Park with a full-throttle Trifecta Weekend—from the fast-paced Kids Race to the all-out grind of the Ultra 50K. Rolling hills, blooming poppies, and rugged trails set the stage for a true test of will. Ultra racers pushed from dawn to dusk, taking on 50K and 60 obstacles in a race that demanded everything. In the women's Ultra, Noelle Morrow powered through a fierce head-to-head battle to claim the win. She put it best: "Maybe therapy would've been easier, but for now I'll take my cool gold triangle." Trifectas were earned. Limits were broken. Santa Domenica, Croatia Spartan Croatia kicked off the 2025 season with a brutal Trifecta weekend in Sveta Nedelja, where the Super race marked the first stop of the Adriatic Series. This year's event stood in sharp contrast to last year, colder temperatures and rugged terrain turned the course into a true test of endurance. From climbs into bucket carries through uneven, water-covered ground, conditions pushed athletes to dig deep and set the tone for the season ahead. Adriatic Series - Super Elite Podium Super Elite Podium – Women 🥇 Erika Scialla (Italy) – 1:07:44 🥈 Amanda Schneider (Switzerland) – 1:13:13 🥉 Jelena Janežić (Serbia) – 1:14:55 Super Elite Podium – Men 🥇 Roman Toth (Czech Republic) – 47:38 🥈 Hansueli Frei (Switzerland) – 47:42 🥉 Milos Rajicević (Serbia) – 49:00 Charlotte, North Carolina This past weekend in Charlotte, we gave racers the first look at our all-new Spartan Run Club merch—and let them have their say. At our onsite activation, runners voted for their favorite tagline to represent the unstoppable spirit of the club. The energy was off the charts, and the feedback? Pure fire. Next stop: Munich. The merch is hitting the ground again this weekend for another exclusive sneak peek. Stay tuned—the winning tagline for the Spartan Run Club will be revealed soon. Want in on the action? Follow us on Instagram and Strava to stay connected with the Spartna Run Club community. MAY 03 - 04 Sign Up MAY 16 - 18 Sign Up MAY 31 - JUN 01 Sign Up Claim your free Spartan Saturday F45 class with your exclusive code and experience high-intensity, functional training designed to prepare you for your next Spartan Race or DEKA event. These workouts will push your endurance, strength, and grit — just like race day. Plus, after your workout, enter our giveaway for a chance to win exclusive prizes from Spartan, DEKA, and F45. FIND YOUR STUDIO   TRAIN EAT APP TEAMS Please add spartan@sr.spartan.com to your address book. This mailing was sent to jokesbyemail@gmail.com because you signed up to receive email from Spartan. For more information about Spartan privacy practices, see our online privacy statement. View Online | Update your Email Preferences | Unsubscribe © 2025 Spartan Race, Inc., 234 Congress St., Boston, MA 02110