Jon Clement wins Tunnel to Towers at Back Bay
Jon Clement WINS 2026 Tunnel to Towers race at Back Bay! Jon came down to Portland and took the win in a sub-16 15:54 over a 2.9-ish course around back.
Photo by David Colby Young
Maine running club | Competitive since 2002
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Dirigo brings Maine runners together for committed training, team racing, and representing the state well.
Recent from the blue crew.
Weekly Back Cove Series season finale
The Weekly Back Cove Series ended on Wednesday with the final race of the summer. Cliodhna O'Malley took the Overall Women's Series Win and came out and ran 17:33 for the final race, of course winning yet again. Marah Borgman won the female 40-49 again this summer - going away. Nick Denari again took the overall men's win for another season, with a low-16 average. He racked up numerous wins. And Dirigo Youth Enzo Giampaolo, soon to be bound for Dartmouth to continue his running, took the win in the summer's final race, winning comfortably in low 16’s. Dave Ouellette, Deven Abrams, Nevin Duffey, Crow Norlander, Adane Bewset, Ryan Tuttle, and Seth Crockett all scored in the season standings.
Heather Gallant completes the Triple Crown at L-A Bridge Run
Heather Gallant completes the Triple Crown on Sunday! Not only did she win the women’s division at the L/A Bridge Run in a blazin’ 17:04, she took the OVERALL series championship this summer. At 45, Heather is not showing any signs of slowing down! We are immensely proud of her!
Coming up
On the calendar.
Race dates, recurring series, and team-relevant events.
Saturday Long Run at Payson Park
Meet at the Inlet Road Parking Lot and link up for whatever distance fits the day.
DetailsSaturday Long Run at Payson Park
Meet at the Inlet Road Parking Lot and link up for whatever distance fits the day.
DetailsSaturday Long Run at Payson Park
Meet at the Inlet Road Parking Lot and link up for whatever distance fits the day.
DetailsFor Maine runners who want more from racing.
Founded in 2002, Dirigo is a Maine-based running club created to establish a competitive Maine racing team, foster personal achievement, and give runners opportunities to train and race together.
The club values commitment, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a strong connection to Maine. Membership has no time or age requirements; runners who want to contribute to the team are welcome to reach out.
Race, train, and carry the club.
Dirigo is built around member coordination: training plans, race entries, team scoring, results, and the small work that keeps a Maine racing team moving.
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Race for Dirigo
Wear the blue singlet in Maine and across New England, from local roads to USATF team opportunities.
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Train with the team
Members use team channels to find long runs, workouts, daily miles, and runners in their area.
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Help carry the club
Members share race plans, report results, coordinate logistics, and show up for the Maine running community.
See recent resultsNo time standard. Just a team worth showing up for.
Membership is open to runners with a Maine connection who are committed to training, competition, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
Join or renew online.
Adult membership is $40 per year. Register through RunSignup and the team can follow up with next steps.
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Supported by Coastal Run Maine.
Coastal Run Maine helps keep Dirigo runners outfitted for the miles ahead. Members receive year-round discounts: 25% off shoes, 10% off fuel, and 10% off apparel.
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