2.6.2012
Oljira shines in Spain at European Club X-C Champs...
The 2012 Aramco Houston Half Marathon Champion and Course Record holder; Belaynesh Oljira ran her way to the top spot at the European Champion Clubs Cup Cross Country (49th) this past weekend in Castellon, ESP.
Her time of 18:52 was the best of the day for women's senior race and helped propel the Üsküdar Belediye Sport Club to another team title.
1.27.2012
Dibaba and Tola: New Personal Bests in Dubai Marathon
ESMI's own Tadese Tola and Mare Dibaba both ran impressive new Personal Best times at the 2012 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon in Dubai, UAE.
Tola, the 2010 Paris Marathon Champion, improved his Marathon personal best time to a fast 2:05:10.
Mare Dibaba, the Ethiopian national record holder for the Half Marathon, ran her way to a huge personal best time of 2:19:52 to finish 3rd in the highly competitive and very strong field in Dubai.
Congratulations to both athletes!
1.16.2012
Four Course Records in Houston for ESMI!
The 2012 Houston Marathon weekend belonged to no one else except the athletes of ESMI.
ESMI's Feyisa Lelisa, Belaynesh Oljira, Tariku Jufar and Alemitu Abera were responsible for four Victories and four NEW Course Records in Houston, making it a clean sweep for ESMI.
In the 2012 Aramco Half Marathon, the reigning IAAF World Championship Marathon Bronze Medalist, Feyisa Lelisa ran his way to a new Personal Best time of 59:22 for the win. His ESMI teammate, Belaynesh Oljir,a ran her way to another Course Record victory in a time of 68:26 in the women's edition of the half marathon race.
The same day, in the 2012 Chevron Houston Marathon Tariku Jufar, the 2011 BLOM Beirut Marathon Champion, claimed victory for the men's race in a new course record and new personal best time of 2:06:50. His ESMI teammate, Alemitu Abera, ran her way to a huge victory in a new personal best and course record as well in a time of 2:23:14, breaking the old course record for the women set by ESMI teammate and 2010 Boston Marathon Champion, Teyba Erkesso of Ethiopia.
Congratulations on these stellar performances!
1.8.2012
Kasim runs Huge PB in Xiamen Marathon!
Ashu Kasim ran her way to a huge new personal best time of 2:23:09 to claim victory at the 10th Xiamen International Marathon held on the 7th January in Xiamen, CHN. This highly impressive and strong run by Kasim continued the ESMI winning streak at the Xiamen Marathon to three straight years.
In the men's race, Solomon Tsige ran his way to a new personal best as well to finish in third place in 2:08:59.
1.1.2012
ESMI starts New Year with Podium in Angola
ESMI's own Tilahun Regassa and Belaynesh Oljira, both of Ethiopia, ran their way to third place and second place finishes, respectively, at the 56th edition of the Corrida de Sao Silvestre in Luanda, Angola this New Year's Eve.
ESMI is happy to ring in 2012 with such great performances in fast races from our athletes in Angola.
Happy New Year!
12.24.2011
Ouhadi is 200m Arab Games Champion
The Moroccan 100m National Record Holder Aziz Ouhadi ran his way to an impressive victory in the 200m race at the 2011 Arab Games in Doha, Qatar this past week.
12.5.2011
Haile runs New Course Record in Shanghai
The 2011 Taiyuan Marathon Champion Kebebush Haile of Ethiopia ran her way to a stunning new course record to win the 2011 edition of the Toray Cup Shanghai International Marathon in Shanghai, China; this past weekend. The 2:24:09 run is not only new course record but also a new personal best for Haile over the Marathon distance. Her performance took 2 minutes off the old course record time set in the 2010 edition of the race.
In the men's race, Haile's ESMI teammate Gebo Burka pushed the entire race but had to settle for sixth place in a time of 2:11:43; after fading in the last two kilometers of the race against strong headwinds.
Photo Courtesy of: www.shmarathon.com/marathon
11.27.2011
New Course Records in Beirut Marathon
Just as promised, ESMI delivered two new course record to the 2011 edition of the BLOM Beirut Marathon; held this past weekend in Beirut, Lebanon.
Coming off a strong second place showing in the 2011 Istanbul Marathon; Tariku Jufar of Ethiopia set his sights on a course record win in Beirut; and that is exactly what he got in a time of 2:11:14.
In the women's race; pre-race favorites Saeda Kedir and Bizunesh Urgessa both of Ethiopia; ran neck and neck for the majority of the race; with Kedir breaking away late in the race to take the Course Record win! She did so in a time of 2:31:38, followed by Bizunesh Urgessa in a time of 2:32:52.
11.27.2011
Desisa takes Crown in New Delhi Half...
The reigning All-Africa Games Gold Medalist Lelisa Desisa of Ethiopia; ran his way past a very, very strong field of athletes to win the 2011 AIRTEL New Delhi Half Marathon this past weekend in a new personal best time of 59:30.
His ESMI teammates; Feyisa Lelisa and Tilahun Regassa finished the race in the seventh and eighth positions respectively. Also, from ESMI Abdellah Falil of Morocco finished in 63:29.
In the women's race; a huge new personal best for Belaynesh Oljira of Ethiopia; finishing fourth in a time of 67:27; almost 2 full minutes better than her previous best mark. She was followed by ESMI teammates; Mare Dibaba in eighth place and Merima Mohammed in the tenth spot.
11.27.2011
Gela Hailu with New PB in Florence...
The 2011 Metz Marathon Champion, Gela Hailu of Ethiopia better his Marathon Personal Best here in the 2011 Fiorenze Florence Marathon; by a whopping 4 minutes in route to his second place finish. His huge new PB got him on the podium again in 2011.
His ESMI teammate and pre-race favorite Zembaba Yigezu of Ethiopia; finished the race in the fourth position.
11.20.2011
Shumi Hailu on Podium in Alpes Marathon
ESMI's own Shumi Hailu of Ethiopia ran his waw to a swift new personal best time of 2:09:07 to take second place at the 2011 Alpes-Maritimes Marathon in France this past weekend.
He was followed by ESMI teammate Tekeste Nekatibeb in seventh place.
11.13.2011
Oljira and Ayalew open up X-C Season in Spain
Belaynesh Oljira and Hiwot Ayalew; (the reigning Le Mans X-C Champion); both of Ethiopia, opened up their Cross Country season's very nicely with Oljira taking second place and Ayalew following behind in fourth place; in a very strong field of ladies at the 2011 Cross de Atapuerca, IAAF Cross Country Permit Meeting in
Atapuerca (Burgos), ESP.
11.6.2011
Dado Takes NYC Marathon Crown!
The three time Rome Marathon Champion, Firehiwot Dado of Ethiopia, took the world of running by storm yesterday as she cruised her way to victory at the 2011 ING New York City Marathon. She won the World Marathon Majors race in a time of 2:23:15, establishing herself now among the best of the best runners in the World.
In winning the 2011 NYC Marathon, Firehiwot Dado defeated a stellar field which included the 2011 Boston, London and San Diego Marathon Champions along with the USA All-Comers Half Marathon Record Holder!
10.31.2011
Adilo on the Podium in Dublin
ESMI's own Radiya Adilo ran her way to a 3rd place finish this past weekend at the 2011 National Lottery Dublin Marathon in a time of 2:32:24. Her performance was very good given the tough weather and hilly Dublin course.
10.31.2011
Daska Dazzles with 2:21 in Frankfurt
The 2011 Houston Marathon Champion Mamitu Daska of Ethiopia scorched her way to the top spot in the 2011 BMW Frankfurt Marathon with a very impressive course record time of 2:21:59.
She was pushed almost the entire race by her ESMI teammate Merima Mohammed of Ethiopia; who finished in 4th place in a time of 2:24:32.
In the men's race; ESMI's own Siraj Gena ran his way to a 8th place finish in a new Personal Best time of 2:08:31.
10.17.2011
Demessew Tsega wins in Reims with great Debut!
Demessew Tsega came to the 2011 Reims Marathon with one goal in mind to win his first Marathon; which he did!
Tsega, ran a very impressive 2:09:44 debut in the difficult Reims Marathon; leaving much promise and hope for a much faster time in his near future.
In the women's race in Reims; ESMI's own Ayeleu Lemma and Ashete Bekere ran their ways to the third and fourth spots respectively.
10.17.2011
ESMI dominates 2011 Istanbul-Eurasia Marathon and 15K
The ever powerful ESMI team of athletes once again dominated the field at the 2011 Istanbul-Eurasia Marathon in Istanbul, Turkey this past weekend.
In the men's race, the 2010 Istanbul Marathon Champion, Vincent Kiplagat of Kenya; successfully defended his crown in a time of 2:10:58. The runner-up was Vincent's ESMI teammate Tariku Jufar of Ethiopia, followed by their ESMI teammates Kasime Adilo (ETH) and Abderrahim El Asri (MAR) in the fourth and fifth positions respectively.
In the women's race, Alemitu Abera of Ethiopia ran her way to her first Istanbul Marathon crown in a time of 2:27:56 in front of her ESMI teammate in the runner up position, Fatuma Sado of Ethiopia. The 2010 Istanbul Marathon champion Ashu Kasim finished fourth in this 2011 edition and she was followed by her ESMI teammate Sultan Haydar of Turkey; who collected a very nice payday for being the first Turkish women across the finish line.
In the Istanbul 15KM race, again ESMI athletes ran very well in winning the women's race in a time of 50:45 by Ms. Sosena Tekle (ETH) and capturing the runner-up spot in the men's race with a 44:13 performance by Mr. Abayneh Ayele of Ethiopia.
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (H. Emre Durmus)
10.17.2011
Dibaba runs new PB in Toronto!
The Ethiopian Half Marathon National Record Holder; Mare Dibaba ran her way to a new personal best time at the Marathon distance in a very windy ScotiaBank Toronto Waterfront Marathon this past weekend.
Her gutsy performance in the tough weather conditions; pushed her to produce a 2:23:25 time which is almost two minutes faster than her previous Marathon best.
Photo Courtesy of: PhotoRun
10.17.2011
Hailu wins in Metz!
ESMI's own Gela Hailu of Ethiopia, ran his way to a very impressive win at the 2011 Metz Marathon in France this past weekend. The very, difficult Marathon sported bad weather conditions and a very tough course; but Hailu made short work of it; taking home the victory.
10.11.2011
Tola goes 2:07 in Eindhoven
The ever impressive and always focused Tadese Tola of Ethiopia ran his way to a 4th place finish in the 2011 Eindhoven Marathon; in a time of 2:07:13. Tola came to Eindhoven with hope for a 2:05 time to qualify him for the 2012 London Olympic Games; but settled for the 2:07 showing.
10.11.2011
Dibaba runs 3rd Fastest Debut Ever!
The 2004 Athens Olympic Silver Medalist Ejegayehu Dibaba of Ethiopia; ran her way to a second place finish in the 2011 Bank of America Chicago Marathon; in the third fastest debut time ever run for the women's marathon distance; 2:22:09. ESMI congratulates Dibaba on her very impressive race.
Dibaba's ESMI teammate Bekana Daba; the 2011 Houston Marathon Champion; ran his way to a 2:07 fourth place finish int he BOA Chicago Marathon as well.
10.2.2011
ESMI doubles on Podium in Kosice
Gebo Burka of Ethiopia along with his female ESMI teammate Seada Kedir; both claimed podium spots at the 88th International Kosice Peace Marathon this past weekend in Slovakia. Both athletes took third place in their respective races; in usually hot weather for this time of the year in Slovakia.
9.25.2011
Laalou Runner-Up in NYC
The 2010 Continental Fifth Avenue Mile Champion Amine Laalou made the trek back to NYC from his home in Morocco to defend his title again here in 2011. All be it a close race, Laalou had to settle for second place on a hazy, rainy day in NYC. Laalou's 3:51 time was not enough to take home the title again.
9.17.2011
Aman snaps Rudisha's winning streak...
The current 800m World Record holder, David Rudisha of Kenya, saw his 34 race win streak come to a halt when he crossed paths with Ethiopia's new sensation, Mohammed Aman, at the 12th Notturna di Milano, Milano, ITA this past weekend. Aman won the race in a time of 1:43.50.
9.15.2011
Almost full podium sweep for ESMI
Mare Dibaba, the Ethiopian National Record holder for the Half Marathon and her ESMI teammates Mamitu Daska, the 2011 Houston Marathon Champion and Merima Mohammed, the 2011 Dusseldorf Marathon Champion, made their best attempt to own the podium for the Half Marathon race at the 2011 All-Africa Games today in Maputo, Mozambique.
With their best attempts, they came deadly close to taking all three top spots in the race, finishing 1st, 2nd and 4th respectively.
9.14.2011
Two Sisters, Two Silver Medals
The highly talented Ayalew sister's Wude & Hiwot both snatched Silver Medals at the 2011 All-Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique in their respective events.
Wude Ayalew, the 2009 IAAF World Championships Bronze Medalist (10,000m) won her All-Africa Games Silver Medal in the 10,000m race in a time of 33:24.08.
Hiwot Ayalew, the 2011 Le-Mans X-C Champion won her All-Africa Games Silver Medal in the 3,000mSC race in a time of 10:00.57.
9.14.2011
Desisa takes Gold in Mozambique
The always impressive Lelisa Desisa of Ethiopia ran his way to a Half Marathon Gold Medal this past week at the 2011 All-Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique.
His ESMI teammate Bekand Daba; the reigning Houston Marathon Champion and Course Record Holder; was right behind Desisa finishing in third.
9.13.2011
Aman Victorius in Rovereto
The 2010 World Youth Silver Medalist, Mohammed Aman, added another victory to his already impressive resume by winning the 800m race at the 2011 Palio della Quercia EA meeting in Rovereto, Italy; his time of 1:46.48 won the two-lap event.
9.12.2011
Roba Gary takes Silver in Maputo
The 2010 Continental Cup Silver Medalist and Ethiopian National Record Holder, Roba Gary of Ethiopia, helped his country to sweep the 3,000m Steeplechase podium earlier this week at the 2011 All-Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique. Finishing with a time of 8:18.42, Gary was awarded a Silver Medal for his efforts in the race.
9.11.2011
Aman and Cheru; NEW PB's in Rieti
Mohammed Aman (World Youth Olympic Champion and 800m Finalist; IAAF World Championships in Daegu, KOR 2011) improved his Personal Best this past week to a blazing 1:43.37 on the fast track at the IAAF Rieti World Challenge. His new PB is also a new Ethiopian National Record for the 800m distance.
Aman's ESMI teammate Tesfaye Cheru (2011 Ethiopian 1500m National Champion and 2,000m WRJ Holder) also ran his way to a fast new Personal Best on the quick track in Rieti. His time of 3:35.71 was good enough for third place in the 1500m race.
9.5.2011
Feyisa Lilesa makes good on his promise with Bronze....
After coming off a disappointing seventh place finish in the 2011 Rotterdam Marathon, Feyisa Lilesa (the fastest ever 20 year old marathoner--2:05:23) decided to make a promise to himself and his team that he would not miss the podium in the Marathon at the IAAF World Championships in Daegu, Korea later in the Fall. Feyisa made good on his word.
His 2:10:32 performance in the IAAF Men's Marathon Final, brought home a Bronze Medal for himself and his native land of Ethiopia.
9.5.2011
Haile Victorius Again
The 2011 Ottawa Marathon Champion, Kebebush Haile, ran her way to her second Marathon victory in 2011. Her 2:31:11 finish time was impressive for the very hot and extremely humid conditions in Taiyuan. She was followed by her ESMI teammate Selomie Getnet in sixth place.
In the men's race, the always consistent Zembaba Yigezu ran his way to a second place finish in a tough men's field in 2:10:31, again in very hot and extremely humid conditions. His ESMI teammates Shumi Haile and Solomon Tsige followed him in fourth and sixth places, respectively.
9.2.2011
Btissam Lakhouad 4th in 1500m Final
The 3:59 Woman from Morocco, Btissam Lakhouad, showed some very good late season form to finish 4th in the Women's 1500m Final at the IAAF World Championships in Daegu, Korea. See below results:
1500m:
Final (01-Sep):
1. Jenny Simpson, USA 4:05.40 Gold
2. Hannah England, GBR 4:05.68 Silver
3. Natalia Rodríguez, ESP 4:05.87 Bronze
4. Btissam Lakhouad, MAR 4:06.18
5. Kalkidan Gezahegne, ETH 4:06.42
6. Ingvill Måkestad Bovim, NOR 4:06.85
7. Mimi Belete, BRN 4:07.60
8. Tugba Karakaya, TUR 4:08.14
9. Nataliya Tobias, UKR 4:08.68
10. Morgan Uceny, USA 4:19.71 (fell over Obiri)
11. Hellen Obiri, KEN 4:20.23 (fell)
12. Maryam Yusuf Jamal, BRN 4:22.67
Results Courtesy of: RRW (David Monti 2011)
8.29.2011
Mohammed Aman dazzles in semi-finals
Mohammed Aman of Ethiopia ran his way to a new ETH National Record for the 800m race and along the way defeated some strong competition in the 800m Semi Finals at the 2011 IAAF World Championships in Athletics in Daegu, KOR. Aman is now seeded second for the 800m Final later this week; full results below:
Semi-Finals (28-Aug):
First 2 of each heat (Q) plus the 2 fastest times (q) advance to final:
Heat 1:
1. Mohammed Aman, ETH 1:44.57 Q
2. Marcin Lewandowski, POL 1:44.60 Q
3. Abubaker Kaki, SUD 1:44.62 q
4. Alfred Kirwa Yego, KEN 1:44.82 q
5. Khadevis Robinson, USA 1:45.27
6. Andreas Bube, DEN 1:45.48
7. Sajad Moradi, IRI 1:46.17
8. Antonio Manuel Reina, ESP 1:48.45
Results Courtesy of: RRW (David Monti 2011)
8.8.2011
Ayalew dazzles with new Personal Best in London
Hiwot Ayalew, the younger sister of 2009 IAAF World Championships Bronze Medalist, Wude Ayalew, has once again bested herself and ran a new Personal Best of 9:23.88 for the 3,000m Steeplechase finishing second in the race at the 2011 AVIVA London Grand Prix Diamond League Meeting in London, UK this past weekend.
8.1.2011
Merga and Dibaba Impressive in Extreme Altitude
The always entertaining Deriba Merga and the Ethiopian Women's National Half Marathon Record Holder, Mare Dibaba, both ran their way to impressive second place finishes at the 2011 edition of the Bogota International Half Marathon in Colombia this past weekend. Their results are quite impressive given the race is run at an altitude of over 8,000 feet!
For Full Story and Results; please visit:
http://iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=61041.html
7.26.2011
Ayalew Debuts with another fast time
Hiwot Ayalew has been nothing but impressive this year to date on the track. She first debuted in the 5,000m race at the IAAF Diamond League Meeting in Oslo in a fast time of 14:49; she then went on the make her 3,000m steeplechase debut, winning in Barcelona, Spain in a time of 9:30, which is impressive for a debut and no pacemakers.
7.26.2011
Silver Medal for Ouhadi in Brazil
The Moroccan National Record Holder for the 100m run, Aziz Ouhadi, ran his way to a Silver Medal this past weekend at the 5th CISM World Military Games in Rio de Janerio, Brazil, in a time of 10.07.
7.11.2011
Aman New Personal Best in Youth Championships
The young Mohammed Aman of Ethiopia ran his way to a very fast new personal best in the 800m race at the 2011 IAAF World Youth Championships in Athletics in Lille, France this past week.
His time of 1:44.68 was second only to the new world youth record in the 800m event.
7.11.2011
Laalou has great Diamond League week
The ever impressive Amine Laalou found himself on top of the podium at this past week's AREVA Paris Diamond League Meeting by winning the 1500m Diamond League race in a time of 3:32.15.
Amine then went on to follow his tremendous performance in Paris with another great race at the AVIVA Birmingham Grand Prix Diamond League Meeting where he ran a stellar 1:45 for third in the 800m race.
7.5.2011
World Junior Record for Cheru
ESMI's own Tesfaye Cheru (2011 Ethiopian National 1500m Champion) ran his way to a 2,000m World Junior Record today at the 2011 edition of the Reims International Meeting in Reims, France in a time of 4:56.25.
Cheru solidified himself as the fastest junior athlete ever over the 2,000m distance and showed off his impressive form in route to his victory which was only seconds faster than his ESMI teammate, Abayneh Ayele, who finished a close second place in the race in 4:58.01
7.4.2011
Top-Three in Lausanne for Laalou
Amine Laalou ran his way to another podium this week while at the 7th stop of the Diamond League tour in Lausanne, SUI. Laalou made the podium by running 1:45.11 for 800m which adds another sub 1:46 performance to his already tremendously stellar resume.
Laalou is gearing up for a very fast performance in Paris this week at the 8th stop of the IAAF Samsung Diamond League Tour.
7.4.2011
Roba Gary wins and Ethiopian women dominate in Russia
The 2010 Continental Cup Silver Medalist, Roba Gary of Ethiopia, ran his way to an impressive win in the 3,000m SC race at the 53rd Znamensky Memorial in Moscow, Russia this past week. His 8:12.74 finishing time was enough to hold off the strong field of competitors to claim victory.
Also, at the 2011 edition of the 53rd Znamensky Memorial, the women's 10,000m race was exciting with ETH women taking the top spots. ESMI's own Wude Ayalew and Belaynesh Oljira rounded out the top five.
6.30.2011
Amine Laalou on the podium in Lausanne
The 2010 Continental Cup Champion, Amine Laalou, ran a fast 1:45.11 in the 800m race today at the 2011 Athletissima Diamond League Meeting in Lausanne, SUI. His efforts were good enough for him to finish in third place and gain another Diamond League standing point.
Amine's next Diamond League stop will be this week in the Areva Paris Meeting in Paris, France.
6.13.2011
Amine Laalou runs to Meet Record in Torino
Already showing fine early season form with a big 1,000m win in Rabat and a very fast Mile for the Moroccan DMR team at the 2011 Penn Relays; Amine Laalou again impressed and dazzled his spectators with a fast 3:31 1500m Meet Record at the 12th Memorial Primo Nebiolo, this past weekend.
Also representing ESMI in Torino was the impressive Aziz Ouhadi who sprinted his way to a fast 10.27 100m victory; his fourth 100m victory so far in 2011.
Photo: Amine Laalou scorches 3:31 solo effort in Torino (Giancarlo Colombo)
6.13.2011
Abayneh Ayele with another win...
Abayneh Ayele, who recently made his 5,000m track debut last week by winning the 5,000m race in Montreuil, FRA in a fast 13:11, followed up that win with another win and meet record this past weekend at the 66th Cezmi Or Memorial in Istanbul, Turkey.
6.12.2011
Huge PB for Feyisa in the Congo...
The 2011 Ethiopian Women's 1500m Champion, Bertukan Feyisa, ran her way to a huge new PB of 4:04 by winning the 1500m race in the Brazzaville CAA Grand Prix, Congo this past weekend. She beat a very talented field of ladies by over two seconds to take the very commanding victory.
6.10.2011
New Season Best for Gary and Impressive 5,000m Debut in Oslo
Roba Gary the Ethiopian National Record Holder for the 3,000m SC, ran his way to a new season best, finishing third (8:10:41) at the 2011 Edition of the ExxonMobil Bislett Games in Oslo, Norway this past Thursday.
Also, in Oslo this year, in the women's 5,000m race Hiwot Ayalew the younger sister of the 2009 World Championships Silver Medalist Wude Ayalew; ran her way to an impressive 14:49 5,000m debut finishing 8th in a very strong and loaded field.
6.6.2011
Laalou Scorches to World Leading Time in Rabat
The 2010 Continental Cup Champion Amine Laalou of Morocco put on a tremendous performance in front of his fellow countrymen at the 2011 4th Meeting International Mohammed VI d'Athletisme, Rabat, Morocco this past weekend.
Laalou blasted his way past his competition and was absolutely untouchable over the last 100m of the 1,000m race to take the victory in a World Leading time of 2:15.31, which serves as a new Personal Best for Laalou.
Also, representing ESMI in Rabat was Aziz Ouhadi the Moroccan National Record Holder for the 100m sprint. He won the race in a fast time beating Assefa Powell of Jamaica.
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Bob Ramsak)
6.5.2011
Daska FInally Claims 5K Crown
The 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion Mamitu Daska; in her third try was finally successful in winning the 33rd Freihofer's Run for Women 5K in Albany, NY this past weekend. In the two previous editions of this race, Daska has finished second and third; but now finally she can add the Freihofer's win to her already extensive resume.
Photo Courtesy of: Race Results Weekly (Chris Lotsbom)
6.5.2011
Podium Sweep for ESMI in Bangalore
Dire Tune, Merima Mohammed and Belaynesh Oljira; all of ESMI, lead the way to a complete Ethiopian sweep of the women's podium at the 2011 TCS World 10K race this past weekend in Bangalore, India. All three ladies clocked very close times; (the three only being separated by a total of one second). The win went to the 2008 Boston Marathon Champion, Dire Tune; who was followed by Merima Mohammed and Belaynesh Oljira in the second and third places respectively.
In the Men's race; one of the hottest athletes in the world right now, Mr. Lelisa Desisa again claimed his place on another event podium by taking the third position in Bangalore.
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Sean Wallace-Jones)
6.1.2011
Good Results for ESMI in Ostrava
ESMI's own Belaynesh Oljira and 2009 World Championships Bronze Medalist Wude Ayalew, ran their way to their third and fifth place finishes respectively in the 10,000m race at the 50th Ostrava Golden Spike Meeting this past weekend; en route to her third place finish Belaynesh Oljira ran a new PB time of 31:17.80.
In the men's 3,000m SC Ethiopian National Record Holder and 2010 Continental Cup Silver Medalist Roba Gary ran his way to a third place finish as well.
5.31.2011
ESMI wins 2011 Ottawa Marathon
ESMI's own Kebebush Haile ran her way to a dominating win in the 2011 edition of the Ottawa Marathon this past weekend in Canada. She was followed in third place by her fellow ESMI teammate Radiya Adilo of Ethiopia.
In the men's race, Dino Sefir made his highly anticipated Marathon debut finishing in third place, providing himself and his teammates with high hopes for his future performances. Behind Dino was his ESMI teammates, Abdisa Sorri in seventh place and Dereje Yadete in ninth place.
For full results and story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/newsid=60141.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
5.31.2011
Merga and Tune Again claim Victory in Ottawa
Deriba Merga and Dire Tune made the trip to Ottawa, CAN this past weekend with one thing on their minds...to defend their Ottawa 10K titles and nothing more.
Both Merga and Tune successfully defended their title and again claimed victory in Ottawa. The 2004 10,000m Olympic Silver Medalist, Ejigayehu Dibaba finished the race in the third position.
Photo Courtesy of: run247.com
(Photo: Deriba Merga and Dire Tune again both claim Victory in Ottawa.)
5.31.2011
Ethiopian Teams Win in Boulder
ESMI's own Belete Assefa, Solomon Deksisa and Hussein Adelo lead the way for another Ethiopian men's team victory at the 33rd Dick's Sporting Goods Bolder BOULDER 10K in Boulder, CO this past Monday. The Bolder Boulder 10K which boasts 55,000 plus participants has been home to five straight Ethiopian team titles and this year was no different on the men's or women's sides.
The women's race again was won by the Ethiopian team representing ESMI, led by the 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion, Mamitu Daska. She was joined by Meseret Mengistu and Tigist Tufa.
For full details of the race, please visit:
http://www.bolderboulder.com/
Photo Courtesy of: Ethiopianforums.com
(Belete Assefa 22 and Solomon Deksisa 23 surge ahead to take 1,2 victory at the Bolder Boulder 10K.)
5.26.2011
Another Ethiopian Sweep in Brazil
ESMI's own Aman Wote, Tesfaye Cheru and Abiyot Abinet lead the another all Ethiopian sweep of the 1500m race; this time at the 2011 Grande Premio Brasil Caixa de Atletismo in Rio de Janeiro (BRA); finishing the race 1st (3:41.30), 2nd (3:42.16) and 3rd (3:42.38) respectively.
5.22.2011
Ethiopian Sweep in San Paulo, BRA
ESMI's own Aman Wote, Abiyot Abinet, and Tesfaye Cheru lead the Ethiopian sweep of the 1500m race at the 2011 GP Internacional CAIXA San Paulo de Atletismo, San Paulo, BRA; finishing the race 1st (3:39.11), 2nd (3:39.86) and 3rd (3:40.07) respectively.
5.22.2011
Fatuma Sado debuts with win in Hamburg
Fatuma Sado of Ethiopia debuted with a win this past weekend at the 26th Haspa Hamburg Marathon in Hamburg, Germany. Fatuma Sado ran her way to a first place finish in 2 hours and 28 minutes; in her first race at the Marathon distance.
Fatuma Sado's ESMI teammate Solomon Tsige; the 2009 Hamburg Marathon Champion, finished the race in the 5th position on the men's side.
5.15.2011
Aman and Magiso on the podium in African Junior Champs...
Mohammed Aman ran his way to becoming a two-time (2009 & 2011) 800m Champion at the 2011 African Junior Championships in Gaborone, Botswana; with his impressive junior time of 1:46.62.
Aman, was joined by his ESMI teammate in the medal count for 2011; Ms. Fantu Magiso, who again ran her way to a new Ethiopian National Record in the 200m. Her second place time of 23.90 was again an impressive junior time.
5.15.2011
Merga and Daska 2nd in Bay to Breakers 12km
The famed front runner Deriba Merga pushed the pace from start to finish at the 100th edition of the Bay to Breakers 12K in San Francisco, CA; this past weekend only to end up in second place after the a very tight, exciting sprint finish.
His ESMI teammate Mamitu Daska, the 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion; ran her way to another close finish in San Francisco finishing 2nd this year.
5.8.2011
Mohammed Impressive in Dusseldorf Win...
The ever impressive Merima Mohammed ran her way to a dominating victory in the 2011 METRO Group Marathon Dusseldorf in Dusseldorf, GER. Merima pushed away from the field right from the start of the race and finished more than five minutes better than her nearest competitor; finishing off what was a truly dominating performance by the young Mohammed.
For full results and story; please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=59964.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
5.7.2011
Feyisa is 1500m National Champion
This past week, ESMI's own Bertukan Feyisa; the 2011 runner-up at the Le Mans X-C, FRA; ran her way to a dominating win in the 1500m race at the 40th Ethiopian National Championships in Athletics, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
5.6.2011
Oljira is 10,000m National Champion
ESMI's own Belaynesh Oljira, ran her way to the 10,000m title at the 40th Ethiopian Athletics National Championships; this past weekend in Ethiopia's Capital City of Addis Ababa. Oljira controlled the race from start to finish and sealed her victory convincingly over a strong field of competitors.
5.6.2011
Dino Sefir Impressive right after big win in France...
The highly contested 10,000m race at the 2011 Ethiopian National Championships, proved to be a memorable and exciting race as four of Ethiopia's top runners sprinted their way to the tape. Dino Sefir ran in the sprint to a second place finish and was just narrowly edged out to the tape by less than one second. What makes his second place finish so impressive was that it came only days after his fast 15KM win in Pun en Valey, France.
For full results; please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WCH11/index.html
4.30.2011
Morocco takes World DMR Crown at Penn Relays...
The Moroccan DMR team anchored by the 2010 Continental Cup 1500m Gold Medalist and the 2010 Moroccan Press Male Athlete of the Year Amine Laalou; ran their way to an impressive victory in USA vs. the World DMR at the 2011 Penn Relays in front of a crowd of 50,000 screaming fans.
For full results and a video of the race, please visit:
http://www.thepennrelays.com/
Photo Courtesy of: ESMI (Chris Gooding)
4.30.2011
ESMI on the Podium in Spokane
The 2009 World Championships 10,000m Bronze Medalist, Wude Ayalew finished as the runner up in the 2011 Lilac Bloomsday 12K race in Spokane, WA this past weekend.
Her ESMI teammate Belete Assefa finished the race in 3rd on the men's side.
4.30.2011
Dino Sefir shines in Pun en Valey
The 2011 Champion and Course Record Holder from the Humarathon Half-Marathon, Dino Sefir ran his way to another impressive win in France, by taking victory at the 2011 edition of the 15KM du Pun en Valey in a time of 43:57.
His ESMI teammate Fatuma Sado; the 2010 Casablanca 10K Champion was the runner-up in the women's race finishing in a time of 51:10.
4.23.2011
ESMI double winners in Yangzhou...
The talented duo of Deriba Merga and Mare Dibaba both ran their ways to impressive victories at the 2011 edition of the Yangzhou Jianzhen Half Marathon in Yangzhou, China this past weekend.
In the men's race, in true "Deriba Merga" fashion, Merga pushed the race from start to finish losing the entire field and finishing the race in a new Course Record time.
His ESMI teammate and Ethiopian national Record Holder for the Half Marathon, Mare Dibaba, ran her way to her fifth sub-70 minute half marathon and a commanding victory.
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
4.23.2011
ESMI double winners in New Orleans...
World Championship 10,000m Bronze Medalist Wude Ayalew ran her way to a dominating victory in the 2011 edition of the Crescent City Classic 10K this past weekend in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Her ESMI teammate, Belete Assefa, controlled the men's race and broke away after 7K to take an easy 10K victory in 28:14.
Photo Courtesy of: CCC 10K Organization
4.18.2011
Tune and Daba top 10 in impressive Boston races...
Dire Tune and Bekana Daba both posted top 10 finishes in the 115th B.A.A Boston Marathon today in Boston, Massachusetts.
Bekana Daba's 2:08 run was good enough to take 9th place in what became a very exciting men's race. His ESMI teammate and former Boston Marathon Champion, Dire Tune, ran her way to a 2:25 finish which was good enough for 6th place in again, what was an exciting race on the women's side.
4.10.2011
New Personal Best for Assefa...
The 2011 Mumbai Marathon Champion and Course Record holder, Girma Assefa of Ethiopia, lowered his personal best time for the Marathon by two minutes to improve to 2:07:43 in the 2011 edition of the Paris Marathon.
4.10.2011
Two New Personal Bests in Korea...
ESMI's own Abdellah Falil of Morocco and Alemitu Abera of Ethiopia both lowered their personal best times for the Marathon, this past Sunday at the 3rd Daegu International Marathon in Daegu, Korea.
Mr. Abdellah Falil; recently the runner up at the 2010 Gyeongju International Marathon, in Korea as well; lowered his previous best by one minute to 2:08:18; to finish in second place by only the slightest of margins.
Alemitu Abera ran her way to a minute faster personal best as well; finishing the race in a time of 2:26:33; good enough for third place on the day.
4.3.2011
Two New Personal Bests for ESMI
ESMI's own Dino Sefir ran his way to a new PB and a new Course Record at the Humarathon Half-Marathon in Ivry to Vitry-sur-Seine, France. His 59:42 was a new best for Dino who has very good speed on the track and is focusing on the Marathon for later this Spring.
His female counterpart, Fatuma Sado of Ethiopia; ran her way to a new personal best as well in a time of 69:02; to finish second in the race.
4.3.2011
Desisa wins at Cooper River
Lelisa Desisa took a very tactical victory at the 34th edition of the Cooper River Bridge Run in South Carolina this past Saturday; his 28:59 was good enough for the win.
His ESMI teammate Tigist Tufa finished third in the women's race.
Photo Courtesy of: thestate.com
4.3.2011
Desisa runs another Course Record...
Lelisa Desisa has another USA road race victory and Course Record to add to his resume by winning the 39th Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile run in Washington D.C.; in a time of 45:36.
His ESMI teammate Tigist Tufa finished third in the women's race in a time of 54:13.
Photo Courtesy of: thestate.com
3.20.2011
Dado makes it three in Rome Marathon
The ever talented Firehiwot Dado has now upped her consecutive wins streak in Rome Marathon to three with her win at the 17th Acea Rome Marathon, this past weekend in Italy. Dado has dominated this race in past years but her 2:24 win in 2011, is her most impressive run yet. Dado was followed by ESMI teammates Kebebush Haile and Meseret Mengistu in the race.
On the men's side defending champion Siraj Gena was barley edged out to the tape by a surprise runner in Dickson Chumbwa of Kenya. Following Siraj were his ESMI teammates Nekabibeb Tekeste, Dereje Woldegiyorgis, Solomon Tsige and Shume Haile.
For Complete Results and story of the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=59572.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Giancarlo Colombo/FIDAL)
3.20.2011
Goumri wins in Seoul International Marathon
Abderrahim Goumri of Morocco stole the show in Seoul this past weekend by out lasting the highly talented field at the 82nd Seoul International Marathon to claim victory. Goumri; a very technical runner showed again his talent and knowledge for running in this victory.
For Complete Results and story of the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=59565.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Seoul Marathon Organizers)
3.16.2011
Great Results for ESMI in Addis Ababa
Great Results for the ESMI team at the 28th MOHA Addis Ababa Clubs Athletics Championships in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Results below are athletes (by events) under ESMI management:
Men:
800m
3. Abiyot Abinet (Defence) 1:49.33
1500m
1. Abiyot Abnet (Defence) 3:43.05
3000m Steeplechase
1. Roba Gari (Defence) 8:40.50
5000m
1. Abayneh Ayele (Defence) 14:10.87
Women:
400m
1. Fantu Megso (Federal Prison) 52.03 NR
3000m Steeplechase
3. Mekdes Bekele (Federal Prison) 10:22.42
3000m
1. Etenesh Diro (Defence) 9:21.83
5000m
1. Etenesh Diro (Defence) 16:22.18
For the full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=59504.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Bizuayehu Wagaw)
3.15.2011
Lelisa Desisa takes victory with NEW PB!
Lelisa Desisa ran his way to victory over a loaded field of stars this past weekend at the 37th ABN AMRO City-Pier-City Half Marathon in The Hague, Netherlands.
His winning time of 59:37, is a new personal best for the talented Desisa.
For the full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=59514.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (CPC Organizers)
3.7.2011
Merga settles for Runner-Up at Lake Biwa Marathon
After leading the elite field through the first 38Km of the race; at the 66th Annual Lake Biwa Mainichi Marathon this past Sunday (March 6th in Otsu, Japan); Deriba Merga had to settle for second place to a course record breaking effort by Wilson Kipsang (KEN).
For full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=59471.html
2.28.2011
ESMI just misses Worlds Best 10K crown...
Dire Tune, continuing her impressive 2011 campaign ran in the lead; and held that lead; and right down to the very last meter of the race but had to settle for second at the 2011 World's Best 10K, this past weekend in San Juan, Puerto Rico; Dire Tune ran a fast 31:51. She was followed by her ESMI teammates Amane Gobena, Tigist Tufa and Kebebush Haile; who finished 7th, 8th and 9th in the race, respectively.
In the men's race, ESMI's own Lelisa Desisa ran his way past the 10K World Record Holder Daniel Komon (KEN) and the 2010 World Cross Country champion Joseph Ebuya (KEN) to finish in third at the race.
For full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=59421.html
2.21.2011
ESMI Impressive at 28th Jan Meda Cross Country International
Many of the top Ethiopian athletes in the world competed this past weekend for a spot on the National team that will represent Ethiopia in the 2011 IAAF World Cross Country Championships in Punta Umbria, Spain.
The below results; show the athletes represented by Elite Sports Management International, and their position in the Ethiopian Cross Country trials:
Results (courtesy of EAF):
12 Km Senior Men:
3. Dino Sefir (Federal Police) 32:35
4. Feyisa Lelisa (Defence) 32:40
6. Belete Assefa (Federal Prison) 32:57
8 Km Senior Women:
2. Hiwot Ayalew (Commercial Bank) 24:31
3. Belaynesh Oljira (Commercial Bank) 24:37
4. Wude Ayalew (EEPCO) 24:40
6. Merima Mohammed (Federal Prison) 24:53
8 Km Junior Men:
1. Tesfaye Chernet (Oromiya) 21:32
4. Gemechu Adao (Tirunesh Dibaba Academy) 21:40
6 Km Junior Women:
3. Bizunesh Driba (Oromiya) 18:52
For full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WXC11/news/kind=100/newsid=59365.html
2.18.2011
Merga cruises to victory in RAK Half Marathon
Only five days removed from his "fastest 15K on African soil" performance in the Major Hayelom Araya 15km, Bahir Dar, ETH, Deriba Merga again showed that he is back to fine form by winning the 2011 RAK Half Marathon. These back to back wins for Merga came only five days apart.
Mr. Merga, who is an avid front runner, lead from start to finish in RAK and after 5KM was unopposed to the finish line; again, showing his talent. Merga clocked his seventh sub-60 minute half marathon time and in route to his victory, he set two "world best" times at the 8K and 12K distances. To round out the men's field for ESMI was ESMI newcomer Hafid Chani of Morocco. He ran to a new personal best time of 62:23 and finished 9th in the race.
For the women, just like teammate Deriba Merga, Dire Tune came to RAK right off of a victory at the 2011 Major Hayelom Araya 15km; and she was nothing less than impressive. Finishing in second she ran neck and neck to the finish line with teammate Mare Dibaba who placed third (Dibaba is the current Ethiopian National Record Holder for the Half Marathon; 67:13.) To round out the women's field for ESMI was Sultan Haydar of Turkey. Sultan debuted at the half marathon distance in RAK in a time of 70:02.
For full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR11/news/newsid=59327.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
2.13.2011
ESMI Dominates 2011 Major Hayelom Araya 15km
In Bahir Dar, Ethiopia's third largest city, this past weekend, the ever impressive Deriba Merga and teammate Dire Tune ran their ways to impressive victories in the Major Hayelom Araya 15km.
Deriba Merga, who is back to 2009 form ran the fastest 15K on African soil, clocking 41:54 to take the win. Merga was followed by his ESMI teammate Feyisa Lelisa (2009 Dublin and 2010 Xiamen Marathons Champion) who finished the race in third.
Dire Tune used her experience to edge out a strong field in the race to take victory in 48:31. Her ESMI teammates Almaz Alemu and Alemitu Abera rounded out the top six positions in the race, finishing fourth and sixth respectively.
For full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=59319.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Delhi Half Marathon)
1.30.2011
ESMI Wins with New Course Record in Houston...
Bekana Daba dazzled his way to a record setting win in the 2011 Chevron Houston Marathon this past weekend in Houston, Texas.
Mamitu Daska, the 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion, won the women's race in a strong showing at the 2011 Chevron Houston Marathon. Her teammate and training partner, Ashu Kasim, was the runner-up.
For full story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=59176.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
1.17.2011
ESMI wins at Le Mans X-C
ESMI enjoyed yet another win for the team this past weekend; this time at the 2011 Le Mans Cross Country in France.
The women's winner, Hiwot Ayalew, the 2010 MOHA Addis Ababa Cross Country Champion, won in a time of 15:16, to take the top prize. Closely following her was her ESMI teamate, Bertukan Feyisa; who was the 2010 Val de Marne X-C Champion. In fourth place was the 2004 10,000m Olympic Silver Medalist, Ejigayehu Dibaba. Tizita Bogale, the IAAF World Junior 1500m Gold Medalist, finished in 7th place.
1.17.2011
ESMI takes Mumbai Marathon crown...
The 2011 Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon held this past Sunday in Mumbai, India hosted two new course record and two Indian All-Comers records as well.
In the men's race, the fight for the top spot at this IAAF Gold Label race was mainly contested by ESMI teammates Girma Assefa and Botoru Tsegaye. They led the group from the start and outlasted their competition to enter the last 500m of the race together with Girma Assefa taking the win only three seconds ahead of Tsegaye. In doing so, Assefa set the new Mumbai course record in 2:09:54. The 2010 third place finisher at the Ethiopian 30KM Championships, Tariku Jufar, finished the race in fourth place, after recovering well from an injury which sidelined him for most of the late 2009 and 2010 seasons.
For the women's race, the highly talented Merima Mohammed raced her way neck and neck to the finish line with the eventual winner to lose by only one second right at the tape. The finishing time for both women was good enough to break the course record and Indian All-Comers record, despite the very hot and humid conditions. The 2010 defending champion of the race, Bizunesh Urgessa, finished fifth in 2:32:28. Her ESMI teammate and rising star Fatuma Sado, ran her way to a 2:33 finish in seventh place for her debut marathon.
For complete story and results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=59063.html
Photo Courtesy of: Victah Sailer(IAAF.org)
1.3.2011
ESMI Wins Sao Silvestre de Luanda
The 32nd Sao Silvestre de Luanda this past weekend in Angola hosted a large field of very talented athletes, including ESMI's own Deriba Merga, Abayneh Ayele, Dire Tune and Belaynesh Oljira.
The 2008 Boston Marathon Champion, Dire Tune, powered her way to an easy 10K victory in Angola in a time of 32:16. Her teammate, Belaynesh Oljira, ran her way to a strong third place finish to give ESMI another double podium performance already in this short 2011 season.
On the men's side, Deriba Merga, the 2009 Boston Marathon Champion, ran his way to a fourth place finish followed by his teammate Abayneh Ayele.
1.2.2011
ESMI Wins Xiamen International Marathon
ESMI started off 2011 this past weekend with the same success that it started off 2010...by winning the Xiamen International Marathon in Xiamen, China.
Amane Gobena and Alemitu Abera ran to first and second place finishes respectively to dominate the women's field. Amane, the 2010 Osaka Ladies Marathon and 2010 Seoul International Marathon Champion, won her third consecutive Marathon on Asian soil by taking victory in Xiamen.
On the men's side of the race, the 2010 Rome Marathon Champion, Siraj Gena, ran his way to a 5th place finish and was followed by his teammate Zembaba Yigeze in sixth place, only one second behind Siraj.
For the complete story of the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=58998.html
Photo Courtesy of : IAAF.org & Xiamen Marathon Committee
12.28.2010
Recap: A Successful 2010 for ESMI....
2010 was a tremendous year for the entire Elite Sports Management International (ESMI) family, especially for the talented athletes that the ESMI roster boasts.
To recap on the great year our team had, below is a list of major wins by ESMI athletes. ESMI collected 57 wins plus 9 medals in competition, two Ethiopian National Championship wins, and a Ethiopian National Record:
Marathon/Half Marathon Titles:
Marathon/Half Marathon Titles:
From Jan. 1st, 2010 to December 13th, 2010
2010 Xiamen Marathon
Champion Man, Course Record: Feyisa Lelisa
Champion Woman: Atsede Baysa
2010 Houston Marathon
Champion Man: Course Record, Teshome Gelana
Champion Woman: Course Record, Teyba Erkesso
2010 Bermuda International Half Marathon
Champion Woman: Belainesh Zemedkun
2010 Osaka Ladies Marathon
Champion Woman: Amane Gobena
2010 Mumbai Marathon
Champion Woman: Bizunesh Urgesa
2010 Zayed Intl Half Marathon
Champion Man: Tilahun Regassa
2010 Dubai Marathon
Champion Woman: Mamitu Daska
2010 Paris Half Marathon
Champion Woman: Atsede Baysa
2010 Seoul Intl Marathon
Champion Woman: Amane Gobena
2010 Rome Marathon
Champion Man: Siraj Gena
Champion Woman: Firehiwot Dado
2010 Paris Marathon
Champion Man: Tadese Tola
Champion Woman: 2:22:04, Atsede Baysa
2010 Boston Marathon
Champion Woman: Teyba Erkesso
2010 Bogota Half Marathon
Champion Man, Course Record: Deriba Merga
2010 Nice Half Marathon
Champion Woman: Belaynesh Oljira
2010 Rabat Half Marathon
Champion Woman: Mare Dibaba
2010 ING Ottawa Marathon
Champion Woman: Merima Mohammed
2010 News and Sentinel Half Marathon
Champion Woman: Mare Dibaba
2010 Vodafone Half Marathon
Champion Man: Tadese Tola
2010 Kosice Peace Marathon
Champion Woman: Almaz Alemu
2010 Ljubljana City Marathon
Champion Woman: Tiruwork Mekonnen
2010 Istanbul-Eurasia Marathon
Champion Man, Course Record: Vincent Kiplagat
Champion Woman, Course Record: Ashu Kasim
2010 Reims Half Marathon
Champion Man: Solomon Deksisa
2010 Alps-Maritimes-Nice-Cannes Marathon
Champion Woman: Course Record, Radiya Adilo
Champion Man: Botoru Tsegaye
2010 Beijing International Marathon
Champion Man: Siraj Gena
2010 Florence Marathon
Champion Woman: Firehiwot Dado
2010 Maraton Cuidad de Castellon
Champion Man: Solomon Tsegaye
Champion Woman: Almaz Alemu
2010 Ethiopian Half Marathon Championships
Champion Man: Lelisa Desisa
Ethiopian National Record:
Women Half Marathon: Mare Dibaba: 67:13 NR
Road Race/Track/Cross Country Titles:
2010 IAAF Continental Cup
1500m Gold Meadalist: Amine Laalou
3,000m SC Silver Medalist: Roba Gary
2010 IAAF World Half Marathon Championships
Female Silver Medalist: Dire Tune
2010 SafariCom Senior African Championships 1500m Silver Medalist Man: Amine LaaLou
3,000m SC Bronze Medalist: Roba Gary
2010 East African Championships
1,000m Gold Medalist: Mohammed Aman
2010 13th IAAF World Junior Championships
3,000m SC Gold Medalist: Jonathan Muia
1,500m Gold Medalist: Tizita Bogale
2010 IAAF Youth Olympic Games
1,000m Gold Medal Man: Mohammed Aman
1,000m Gold Medalist Women: Tizita Bogale
2010 Ethiopian National Championships
3,000m SC Champion Man: Roba Gary
10,000m Champion Woman: Amane Gobena
2010 78th Cinquie Mulini Cross Country
Champion Man: Mesfin Hunegnaw
2010 Le Mans Cross Country
Champion Woman: Belaynesh Oljira
2010 Jamaica International Invitational
1500m Champion Man: Josephat Kithii
2010 Utica Boilermaker 15K
Champion Man: Lelisa Desisa
2010 Bolder Boulder 10K
Champion Man: Lelisa Desisa
2010 CRIM 10 Mile
Champion Woman: Mare Dibaba
2010 Wharf to Wharf 6.0 Mile
Champion Woman: Belainesh Zemedkun
2010 Indy 500 Mini-Marathon
Champion Man: Festus Langat
2010 MDS Nordian 10K
Champion Man: Lelisa Desisa
2010 Rite Aid Cleveland 10K
Champion Woman: Firehiwot Dado
2010 Fifth Third River Bank Run 25K
Champion Woman: Firehiwot Dado
2010 Crescent City Classic 10K
Champion Man: Tilahun Regassa
2010 Azalea Trail Run 10K
Champion Woman: Belainesh Zemedkun
2010 Cooper River Bridge Run 10K
Champion Woman: Meskerem Assefa
2010 Shamrock 8K
Champion Man: Mohammed Fadil
We at ESMI look forward to a great year in 2011 and wish the best of luck to our team of athletes for a successful New Year. We hope to repeat our same successes for many years to come.
12.23.2010
Laalou named 2010 Sportsman of the Year
The Moroccan Association of Sporting Press (AMPS) has awarded the ultra talented Amine Laalou with the honor of being named the 2010 Moroccan Sportsman of the Year.
Laalou, was given the honor based on his tremendous 2010 campaign. He was the 1,500m Gold Medalist at the IAAF Intercontinental Cup in Split, Croatia. He was also the 1,500m Silver medalist at the African Championships in Nairobi; and he holds the second fastest 1,500m time of 2010. He was the 2010 Continental Fifth Avenue Mile Champion, beating an extremely talented field in New York City.
Amine Laalou is already gearing up for a great 2011 season and another impressive year. Congratulations to Amine Laalou for this great honor!
12.21.2010
ESMI Takes Cross Country Title
Lelisa Desisa, the 2010 Utica Boilermaker 15K Champion, ran his way to the Senior Men's 12Km title at the 28th MOHA Addis Ababa Cross County Championships in Ethiopia this past weekend, under the scorching hot sun of Addis Ababa.
Along with the great victory for Desisa, the Senior women's title was taken by another ESMI athlete, Hiwot Ayalew. Hiwot, the sister of the 2009 IAAF Berlin World 10,000m Champion, Wude Ayalew, ran a very impressive race again under very hot conditions and outlasted all of her compatriots to take the crown.
For full results and a story of the race please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WXC11/news/kind=100/newsid=58960.html
12.13.2010
ESMI takes Maraton Ciudad de Castellon title
In the first edition of the Maratón Ciudad de Castellón, in Castellon, Spain this past weekend, ESMI athletes Soloman Tsegaye and Almaz Alemu took the first ever titles here.
Solomon Tsegaye outlasted his competition to run uncontested to a 2:10:37 victory on the new course, making a powerful move around 35K to leave no doubt who the winner would be.
His ESMI teammate, Almaz Alemu (2010 Champion of the Kosice Peace Marathon), ran her way to an easy victory in 2:31:27.
For full results and a story of the race please visit:
http://www.maratoncastellon.org/
11.28.2010
ESMI Wins a rainy Florence Marathon
ESMI athlete's Firehiwot Dado and Meseret Mengistu battled their way through the heavy rains and extreme cold weather in Florence, Italy this past weekend to take the first and second places on the podium; respectively. Firehiwot Dado, ran her way through the harsh conditions to a comfortable win in 2:28; to keep her impressive winning streak alive. Meseret Mengistu ran to her a new personal best of 2:30 here.
For the men, The 2010 Houston Marathon Champion and Course Record holder, Teshome Gelana, ran his way to a photo finish with another Ethiopian countrymen; but had to settle for second place. In third place was pacemaker turned finisher, Tola Bane; followed by Tariku Jufar in fifth place.
11.22.2010
ESMI Impressive in New Delhi Half Marathon...
The ever-impressive Lelisa Desisa, 2010 Utica Boilermaker 15K Champion, lowered his Half Marathon personal best by 20 seconds in a very close and fast race in New Delhi this past weekend. His teammate, Feyisa Lelisa, the youngest man to ever run sub-2:06 for the marathon, ran to a 5th place finish in a time of 60:33 in New Delhi. To round out the male team from ESMI, Abayneh Ayele, the 2010 Istanbul 15K Champion, finished his debut Half Marathon in a time of 60:51. He was followed by fellow Ethiopian Markos Geneti and Moroccan Khalid El Boumili both of ESMI.
On the women's side of the race, the highly talented Merima Mohammed ran her way to an extremely close 2nd place finish in a time of 68:36, only 1 second off the winning time. Her ESMI teammate, the 2010 Paris Marathon Champion Atsede Baysa, finished the race in 5th place in a new half marathon personal best of 68:43. These two women were followed by Belaynesh Oljira, who was 11th place in 72:17 and Sosena Gezaw, who placed 12th in 73:09, both of ESMI as well.
For more on the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=58774.html
11.22.2010
Dibaba second in Cross d' Allonnes
Olympic Silver medalist Ejegayehu Dibaba, ran her way to a close second place finish this past weekend in the 2010 Cross d' Allonnes in Allonnes, France. Her 19:39 for the 6.06km course was only 5 seconds behind the winning time.
11.14.2010
Course Record and New Personal Best In France...
In the 2010 edition of the Alps-Maritimes-Nice-Cannes Marathon, FRA; ESMI's own Radiya Adilo ran her way to a victory in course record style. Her 2:30:37 is also a new personal best for her; improving her best time by almost five minutes.
In the men's race ESMI newcomer Botoru Tsegaye, ran his way to a great Marathon debut of 2:10:27 which was the winning time for the day. ESMI teammate Shume Hailu ran his way to a 2:12:24 finish to take third on the podium. Gebo Burka the 2009 runner-up at the Alps-Maritimes-Nice-Cannes Marathon, rounded out the ESMI team in seventh place.
10.31.2010
Impressive 30K times in Adama this past weekend...
The 2010 Ottawa Marathon Champion, Merima Mohammed, ran her way to an extremely impressive 1:45:14 in winning the 3rd annual Ethiopian 30KM Championships in Adama, Ethiopia. Her ESMI teammate, Mamitu Daska, who is the 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion, was right behind her in 2nd place, also in an impressive time of 1:45:24.
The men's race was lead for nearly the entire race by the impressive running of Bazu Worku and Tariku Jufar. The race ended with Worku in 2nd place and Jufar in 3rd in 1:32:23 and 1:32:37, respectively.
For more on the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=58629.html
Photo Courtesy of: PhotoRun.net
10.31.2010
Three personal bests in Frankfurt Marathon...
The 2010 Paris Marathon Champion, Tadese Tola of Ethiopia, lowered his personal best Marathon time in his 2nd place effort at the 2010 Frankfurt Marathon. His time of 2:06:31 was good enough for 2nd place, although Tola controlled the pace for the majority of the race.
On the women's side, ESMI teammates Dire Tune and Mare Dibaba ran to their way to 2nd and 5th place finishes respectively, while both lowering their personal bests along the way.
For more on the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=58625.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org
10.26.2010
ESMI wins the 15th Ljubljana City Marathon
Tiruwork Mekonnen of Ethiopia cruised her way to victory at the 15th annual Ljubljana City Marathon this past weekend, in Ljubljana, Slovakia.
10.26.2010
Cold Condition in Dublin; ESMI on the Podium
Despite very cold conditions at the 2010 Lifestyle Sports-Adidas Dublin Marathon; Ethiopian Kedir Fekadu ran his way to a strong 2:09:44 finish for second place in the Marathon.
On the women's side of the race, ESMI teammate Tiki Gelana, who lead and controlled the race for the majority of the Marathon, finished fourth in a time of 2:29:53.
10.26.2010
Two Olympic City titles for Gena
Siraj Gena has now claimed his second victory in an Olympic city, in two tries. He is the reigning 2010 Rome Marathon Champion and can now add the 2010 Beijing International Marathon title to his resume. Siraj fought through horrible weather conditions to take this victory in Beijing.
For complete coverage of the Beijing Marathon, please visit:
http://news.xinhuanet.com/english2010/sports/2010-10/24/c_13572604.htm
10.18.2010
ESMI sweeps the 2010 Istanbul-Eurasia Marathon
In course record setting fashion, ESMI swept both the men and womens podium position at the 2010 Istanbul-Eurasia Marathon this past Sunday in Istanbul, Turkey.
In the men's race, Kenyan Vincent Kiplagat broke the old course record when he finished first, in a time of 2:10:39. Following Vincent was ESMI newcomer Dereje Woldegeorgis, in second place and Girma Assefa finished third to round out the top three position. Past Champion Kasime Adilo could not repeat his previous two wins here in Istanbul and finished fourth in the race.
On the female side, Ashu Kasim ran her way to a new course record in 2:27:25. Behind her in second place was Alemitu Abera, then followed closely by the 2010 Seoul International Marathon Champion Amane Gobena in third place.
To top off a great day in Istanbul for ESMI, Abayneh Ayele of Ethiopia, won the men's 15K race in a fast time of 45:43.
Picture Courtesy of: IAAF.org
10.18.2010
Abdellah Falil Impressive in Korea
The Half Marathon specialist Abdellah Falil of Morocco, ran his way to a new personal best and a second place finish in the 2010 edition of the Dong-A Ilbo Gyeongju International Marathon, in Gyeongju, South Korea.
Falil ran a very impressive race to finish second on a difficult course in cold conditions. Falil took more than three minutes off his old personal best time to finish in 2:09:24.
For a complete story of the race, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=58546.html
10.18.2010
ESMI Victorius in Reims Half Marathon
Solomon Deksisa, ran past all of his competitors in the Reims Half Marathon this past weekend to win the race in a time of 62:19. His male teammates, Belete Assefa and Yetwale Kinde, finished fifth and seventh; respectively.
In the women's race ESMI athlete Etenesh Diro ran to a third place finish in a strong women's race in a time of 71:35.
10.18.2010
ESMI on the Podium in World Half Marathon Champs...
The 2008 Boston Marathon Champion and current One-Hour Run World Record Holder, Dire Tune of Ethiopia ran her way to a Silver Medal finish in the 2010 IAAF World Half Marathon Championships in Nanning, China. Her ESMI teammate Meseret Mengistu also of Ethiopia finished in sixth place.
In the men's race, ESMI's own Lelisa Desisa, the 2010 Utica Boilermaker 15K Champion, ran his way to a seventh place finish in what turned out to be a very good men's race.
For complete coverage of the Half Marathon Championships, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WHM10/news/kind=100/newsid=58536.html
10.11.2010
ESMI on the podium in Bank of America Chicago Marathon
The 2010 edition of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon was heralded as the "strongest field" the race ever assembled. As part of this elite field, ESMI was represented by the 2010 Paris Marathon Champion Atsede Baysa, 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion Mamitu Daska, 2009 Dublin and 2010 Xiamen Marathons Champion Feyisa Lelisa, and the 2009 Boston Marathon Champion and 2010 Bogota Half Marathon Champion Deriba Merga.
In the women's race; the highly talented Atsede Baysa lead the field for most of the race and was only overtaken very late in the race, to finish in second place at 2:23:40. Her ESMI teammate and reigning Dubai Marathon Champion Mamitu Daska finished in sixth place, in a time of 2:28:29.
In the men's race, the ever impressive and fiery Feyisa Lelisa ran neck and neck with the lead pack of men for the better part of the entire race to finish third in a time of 2:08:10. His teammate the 2009 Boston Marathon Champion Deriba Merga looked very strong from the start, but dropped out of the race after 30k due to a leg injury; until the point he stopped he was trading the lead of the race with the men in the lead pack and looked to finish very strong.
For complete results and the story of the 2010 Chicago Marathon; please visit:
http://www.chicagomarathon.com/CMS400Min/Chicago_Marathon/press_center/index.aspx?id=598
10.11.2010
ESMI sucessful in Tout Rennes Court
ESMI was represented by a second place finish in the Tout Rennes Court, this past weekend in Rennes, France.
Ejigayehu Dibaba, the 2004 Olympic Silver medalist for the 10,000m ran her way to neck and neck sprint finish with the eventual winner in the 6.25km race. Dibaba's other female ESMI teammates, Bertukan Feyisa, Belaynesh Oljira and Etensh Diro, finished fifth, seventh and ninth respectively in the race.
In the men's race, ESMI was represented by Belete Assefa and ESMI new comers Solomon Deksisa and Abayneh Ayele. The men's field was very strong and competitive and although leading for seven of the eight laps of the race, the men slowed their pace and Ayele and Deksisa finished ninth and tenth respectively.
10.4.2010
ESMI wins in Kosice Marathon
Almaz Alemu Balcha, ran a fast opening half in the 2010 edition of the Kosice Peace Marathon in Slovakia, this past weekend.
Despite running that strong first half, her competition fell off her pace in the second half, and with no one else to run beside to help push her, she slowed her pace and finished; in a time of 2:36:35.
Congratulations to Almaz for her win in Kosice.
9.27.2010
New Personal Best for Worku...
The Ever impressive and very talented Bazu Worku, ran his way to a fast 2:05:25 finish at the 2010 real_Berlin Marathon, this past weekend in Germany; he finished in 3rd place.
Bazu improved on his own personal best of 2:06, to give himself one of the fastest Marathon times so far in 2010.
For the complete story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=58385.html
9.27.2010
Tola cruises to victory in Portugual...
Tadese Tola, the 2010 Paris Marathon Champion, cruised his way to victory at the 2010 Vodafone Half Marathon of Portugal in a time of 61:05.
For the complete story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=58393.html
9.27.2010
Second Fastest Junior Ever...
Merima Mohamed clocked a very impressive 2:23:04 for third place at the 2010 edition of the ScotiaBank Toronto Marathon in Toronto.
With this time Merima crushed her old personal best of 2:28 and now becomes the second fastest junior to ever run the marathon distance.
Her ESMI teammate Firehiwot Dado, the 2009 & 2010 Rome Marathon Champion, finished in 5th place in a time of 2:26:37.
In the men's field the 2010 Houston Marathon Champion and current course record holder, Teshome Gelana ran his way to a 6th place finish in a time of 2:09:30.
For the complete story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/YOG10/news/newsid=58060.html
9.27.2010
LaaLou Victorius in NYC...
Amine Laalou of Morocco was the winner at the 30th edition of the Continental Airlines Fifth Avenue Mile this past weekend in NYC.
Laalou, 28, a two-time Olympian, won in the final sprint over the 2007 double world champion Bernard Lagat of Tucson, Ariz., and defending Fifth Avenue champion Andy Baddeley of England. Laalou clocked 3:52.83 in his first appearance at the race, to Lagat's 3:53.30 and Baddeley's 3:53.34.
-(Summary Courtesy of David Monti of Race Results Weekly.)
For the complete story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=58396.html
9.8.2010
Gary Second in fast 3,000m race in Italy...
ESMI athlete Roba Gary ran to a fast second place finish only a tenth of a second behind the Kenyan winner in 7:45.85 for the 3,000m race at the 24th Terra Sarda International Meet in Arzana, Italy today.
9.7.2010
ESMI takes home two medals in Croatia...
The IAAF Continental Cup held in Split, Croatia this past weekend was highlighted by two strong performances from ESMI athletes, both representing Team Africa.
Amine Laalou, the dazzling Moroccan 1500m specialist and Roba Gary, the National Record holder in Ethiopia for the 3000m Steeplechase, ran great times and collected Gold and Silver medals, respectively.
For complete results and a recap on the entire Continental Cup, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/wcp10/index.html
9.1.2010
Great Result in Rovereto
Mekdes Bekele runs to a meet record and a first place finish in the women's 3,000m Steeplechase at the Rovereto Athletics Meeting in Northern Italy, yesterday; in a time of 9:25.09.
For complete results of the entire meeting; please visit:
http://wcco.com/wireapsports/David.Neville.Italy.2.1889317.html
8.30.2010
Season Best for Bekele in Brussels...
Mekdes Bekele ran to her season's best time of 9:24.17 for the 3,000m Steeplechase at the last stop on the IAAF Diamond League tour; the Memorial van Damme in Brussels.
Her male teammate Roba Gary, the National Record Holder for the 3,000m Steeplechase for Ethiopia, ran his way to a third place finish, in a time of 8:13.15, in Brussels as well.
Congratulations to both athletes for great performances, and for a recap of all the events of the IAAF Diamond League stop in Brussels; please visit:
http://www.diamondleague-brussels.com/en/Home/
8.30.2010
Dibaba does it again...
Mare Dibaba, once again cruised past her competition on her way to victory; this time at the CRIM 10 Mile in Flint, Michigan.
Although she possess such a small frame, there is no way of denying the awesome amount of power and push there is inside this tiny lady; her competition has seen that already. Her victory in a time of 53:52, was disappointing for her and Mare knew she was capable of running much faster, yet took the victory none the less, on a difficult and very hilly course.
Congratulations to Mare for her second victory in a row, on her US Road Race debut tour.
8.30.2010
Roba Gary Second in Lille...
Roba Gary, the National Record Holder for the 3,000m Steeplechase for Ethiopia, ran his way to a second place finish, in a time of 8:18.35 at the Meeting de Lille Metropole in Lille, France.
Congratulations to Roba on a great performance.
8.23.2010
Mare Dibaba crushes Course Record...
Mare Dibaba crushes her competition, in route to a new course record victory in the 24th annual News and Sentinel Half Marathon, in Parkersburg, WV.
Her time of 1:10:19 proved to be too much for her competitors to handle, as the main pack following Mare got so far behind her that they lost their way on the course and became disoriented. Her competitors had no chance of catching Mare, as she wanted to make her debut on American soil a good one; and she succeeded.
For the complete story of the women's race; please visit:
http://www.newsandsentinelhalfmarathon.com/page/content.detail/id/500115/Dibaba-sets-women-s-course-record-in-first-local-appearance.html?nav=5014&actionAlert=emailcontent
8.23.2010
Fastest Boy in the World
Mohamed Aman, has once again broken his own 1,000m personal best to keep his title of fastest boy int he world, over that distance.
At the IAAf Youth Olympic Games in Singapore, Aman clocked a dazzling 2:19.54, for the 1,000m to claim Ethiopia's first Gold Medal of the games. Aman, took over a second off of his previous personal best, and was untouchable in the finals, as he final kick of the race was just too powerful for his counterparts to try to keep up with.
Congratulations to Mr. Aman, and to Ethiopia for the Gold Medal.
For the complete story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/YOG10/news/newsid=58060.html
8.17.2010
Gebre Wins AFC Half Marathon
Belianesh Gebre who has been having a stellar 2010 racing season, continued her impressive results and improved her race win streak to three consecutive wins. Her personal pacemaker who doubles as her boyfriend has helped to lead Belianesh to three straight wins in Crazy 8's 8k, Wharf to Wharf 6.0 Mile and here in the AFC Half Marathon. Belianesh's time of 70:28, is a new course record for AFC Half and bested the old time set by the legendary Margaret Okayo, by just under 22 seconds.
Congratulations to Belianesh on a great victory and a new course record in San Diego.
8.17.2010
ESMI Wins Ethiopian Half Marathon Championships
The ever impressive Lelisa Desisa, continued his hot streak this year by winning the Ethiopian Half Marathon Championships, this past Sunday. He outran all of his competitors and established himself on top on the Half Marathons ranks for 2010.
Following Lelisa, was ESMI teammate Gishu Dida in seventh place, and right behind him in eighth place was ESMI new comer Soloman Deksisa.
For the ladies, ESMI was represented by Meseret Mengistu who ran to a fourth place finish, and the Boston Marathon Champion and World Record Holder, Dire Tune finished in fifth place.
Congratulations to all of the athletes that competed in this event.
8.1.2010
Good Results for ESMI in African Senior Championships
Members of the ESMI team collected some good results in Nairobi, Kenya this past weekend, at the 17th CAA Safaricom African Senior Athletics Championships.
ESMI Results are as follows:
1500m Final: Amine Laalou (MAR) wins the Silver Medal in a very tactical race in a time of 3:36.38
3000m SC: Roba Gary (ETH), runs to a Bronze Medal in a time of 8:27.15.
Congratulations to both athletes for their success.
8.1.2010
ESMI Dominates with New Course Record in Bogota
Deriba Merga once again dominated his competition on his way to a big victory at the 11th Media Maraton Internacional Bogota in Colombia. The IAAF Gold Label race hosted the World Half Marathon Champion, Zersenay Tadese, but still Deriba Merga cruised his way to victory by over two minutes ahead of his nearest competitor. At the 5K point in the race his competition knew there was no way of keeping up with Deriba as his strong surges were unmatched by anyone else in the field. Merga's time of 62:31 is a new course record for the race.
On the women's side of the race, ESMI teammate Dire Tune, the 2008 Boston Marathon Champion, ran her way neck and neck to the end of the race, only losing the lead in the last 100m to an Ethiopian compatriot. Her time of 74:01 was only seconds behind the winner.
Congratulations to both Deriba and Dire on great results and a terrific race.
For complete story and results; visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=57875.html
7.26.2010
ESMI wins Wharf to Wharf 6.0 Mile
Belainesh Zemedkun Gebre continues to run her way to victories and new personal bests in almost every race where she competes. She now can add to her already impressive 2010 resume a win at the Wharf to Wharf 6.0 Mile run in Santa Cruz, CA.
ESMI congratulates Belainesh and wishes her the best of luck for the rest of the season.
7.26.2010
Gold Medal for Muia in Moncton
For the second year in a row, Jonathan Muia is the IAAF World Junior Champion for the 3,000m Steeplechase. Muia secured this second consecutive gold medal in a time of 8:23.48. The 13th IAAF World Junior Championships were held in Moncton, Canada.
For complete story and results; visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WJC10/news/kind=100/newsid=57771.html
7.26.2010
Huge Personal Bests in Monaco
Amine Laalou ran out to an early lead in the 1500m race at the Herculis Monaco Meeting, the tenth stop on the IAAF Diamond League tour, to finish the race in second place with a huge new personal best of 3:29.53. Amine was very sure of his ability to go under 3:30 going into the race, and now he is poised to continue to run extremely fast this year.
Amine's female ESMI teammate, Belaynesh Oljira, ran her way to an impressive new personal best of 8:40.73 in the women's 3,000m race in the Herculis Monaco Diamond League Meeting as well.
Congratulations to both of these athletes for their great new personal bests; and to read further about all the races and for complete results of all of the Diamond League Meetings, please visit:
http://www.diamondleague.com/Home/
7.15.2010
ESMI parts ways with Mohamed Trafeh
ESMI will no longer represent Mohamed Trafeh for the remainder of the 2010 season.
7.13.2010
World Leading Perfomance for ESMI in New York
The ever impressive Lelisa Desisa added yet another victory to his already great Road Racing resume this year. Lelisa the champion of this year's Bolder Boulder 10K and ING Ottawa 10K, ran to a World Leading time in this past weekend's Boilermaker 15K in Utica, NY. The Boilermaker 15K claims to be the biggest 15K race in the world, so it was only right that Lelisa Desisa put on a great show on the biggest 15K stage. He not only ran to a new course record in a time of 42:46, but that time also now stands as his new personal best and the world leading time. Lelisa had a great performance and again showed his talent to the world.
Also, in the men's field the 2010 Paris Marathon Champion Tadese Tola, finished the race in the sixth position in a time of 43:53.
In the women's race; although it was overshadowed by a tremendous world leading perfomance by Edna Kiplagat, the ladies of ESMI shined in their own rights. Belainesh Zemedkun, improved her 15K personal best to finish third in a time of 49:09. She was followed closely by the current World Record holder for the One Hour Run, Dire Tune who was fourth in a time of 49:33. Behind Dire was the 2010 Champion of the Dubai Marathon, and 2010 and 2009 Champion of the Bolder Boulder 10K, Mamitu Daska in fifth with a time of 49:48. To round out the ESMI field, was Tigist Tufa who finished in a time of 51:32, which was good enough for eighth place.
Congratulations to all of these great athletes for the outstanding results for the ESMI team.
For a video of the world leading performance by Lelisa Desisa, please visit:
http://www.wktv.com/boilermaker/news/15K-Mens-Winner-98183264.html
7.3.2010
Laalou Impresses in first ever Mile
It was not just amazing that the 2010 Bowerman Mile Run at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon had 20 Runners finish the race under four minutes; but maybe more impressive was that in his first ever race at the Mile Distance, Moroccan, Amine Laalou, wowed the audience with his 3:50.22 second place finish; a mere fraction of a second off the world leading time right now.
Amine's ESMI teammate, Josephat Kithii, ran his way to a fifth place finish in the International Mile race in a time of 3:55.16.
Congratulations to both athletes on their great results and for a successful Prefontaine Classic this year.
For Complete Results, Recap and Photos from the 2010 Prefontaine Classic, please visit:
http://www.runnerspace.com/PreClassic
7.3.2010
ESMI Sweeps Steeplechase in Slovenia
ESMI athletes Roba Gary, Bernard Mbugua and Assefa Niguse topped the podium at the 15th International Athletic Challenge in Velenje, Slovenia, placing first, second and third respectively. Roba Gary's time of 8:15 flat was eight seconds ahead of his teammates, and Assefa Niguse's time of 8:26.26 is a new personal best for him.
Congratulations to these athletes and we wish them the best of luck on continuing their success.
6.28.2010
ESMI Dominates in Russia
The three athletes at the 52nd Znamensky Memorial Meet in Zhukovskiy, Russia representing ESMI, absolutely dominated their competition as all three took home first place finishes.
Meskerem Assefa took home the victory in the women's 1500m race in a time of 4:07.27.
Roba Gary came very close to again bettering the Ethiopian National Record for the 3,000m Steeplechase as he won the men's event in a time of 8:10.59.
Last but not least, the sensational Morrocan runner Amine LaaLou wowed the field in the men's 800m race, as he cruised to what seemed to be an easy victory in a fast time of 1:43.76; this look's to be a great season already for Amine.
Congratulations to all of these athletes for their great results.
6.28.2010
ESMI has good showing in Nancy
ESMI put on a impressive display of overpowering and tactical victories this past weekend both in France and in Russia.
At the Meeting Stanislas de Nancy, in Nancy, France ESMI newcomer Abiyot Abinet ran to a close second place finish in the 1500m race in a time of 3:36.07. His ESMI teammate, Kenyan Bernard Mbugua also finished second; but his silver place finish came in the 2,000m Steeplechase event, in a time of 5:25.70. Bernard finished very close to the winner; who in fact set a new World's Best time for the event.
Congrats to both athletes on there great runs, and we hope to report more great results from them later this season.
6.14.2010
ESMI Victorious on French Circuit
At the Meeting de Sotteville les Rouen another stop on the Alma Athlete Tour, ESMI again wowed the crowds with strong performances.
The ever impressive Moroccan Amine Laalou, who has progressively been gaining strength heading into this critical part of the season, seems poised to shatter his personal bests this year. He ran to a very sound victory in the Men's 800m race, in a time of 1:45.54.
In the Men's 3000m Steeplechase, ESMI athlete Bernard Mbugua ran to victory, crossing the finish line in a time of 8:16.22.
Meskerem Assefa has been racking up wins left and right so far this season and this meet was no exception. She claimed victory again in the Women's 1500m race, in a time of 4:05.62; beating out another ESMI teammate, Bertukan Feyisa, who finished fourth in 4:09.22.
For Complete Results and Recap, please visit:
http://bases.athle.com/asp.net/liste.aspx?frmbase=resultats&frmmode=1&frmespace=0&frmcompetition=062551
6.14.2010
ESMI Impressive in French Circuit
At the Montreuil meeting of the Alma Athlete Tour, ESMI put on a very good showing, running some very fast times.
Belete Assefa wowed his competitors as he ran to victory in the Men's 5000m race in a time of 13:18.40. His ESMI teammate, Dino Sefir, finished 12th in the same race in a time of 13:40.61.
Belaynesh Oljira continued her very impressive year to date with a strong third place finish in the Women's 3000m race, finishing in a time of 8:43.04. Her ESMI teammate, Meskerem Assefa, finished the race in 8:49.81, which was good enough for sixth place.
For complete results of the meet and for the complete story of how the meet unfolded, please visit:
http://bases.athle.com/asp.net/liste.aspx?frmbase=resultats&frmmode=1&frmespace=0&frmcompetition=062551
6.1.2010
ESMI Overpowers at ING Ottawa Marathon and MDS Nordion 10K
This past weekend in Ottawa, Ontario, ESMI put on a great two day show for the crowds in Canada.
First, Lelisa Desisa put forth a great effort to win the MDS Nordion 10K running 28:08 into a strong headwind. He was followed by the ever impressive Deriba Merga who finished third in a time of 28:41. In the Women's 10K, 2008 Boston Marathon Champion and current One Hour Run World Record Holder, Dire Tune, won the overall race by staying ahead of her male counterparts, and finished in a time of 32:11.
On the second day, ESMI produced great results in the ING Ottawa Marathon as well. On the Men's side, the stellar Bazu Worku, who has been coming back strongly off an injury ran his way to a third place finish in a respectful time of 2:09:53. His teammate, Gebo Burka, ran his way to a seventh place finish in a time of 2:12:45. On the Women's side, Merima Mohammed dominated her competition to win by almost seven minutes over her next closest competitor, who just happened to be her teammate Radiya Adilo. Radiya ran 2:35:04 for second place. Alemitu Abera and Mary Davies rounded out the ESMI field, finishing fourth, 2:37:38 and seventh, 2:39:28, respectively.
Congratulations to all of these great athletes on a wonderful race weekend in Canada.
Photo Courtesy of: www.iaaf.org and Victah Sailer
6.1.2010
Clean Sweep at Bolder Boulder 10K for ESMI
At the 2010 Bolder Boulder 10K in Boulder, Colorado, some 50,000 finishers of the race filled Folsom Stadium at the University of Colorado and were treated to an awe-inspiring performance and display of national pride.
Never before has "America's Best 10K race," seen the type of unselfish running and true patriotic spirit that was displayed by the Men's Ethiopian team that won the event on Memorial Day. The Ethiopian team out ran everyone in the field except themselves to cross the finish line with their arms linked together in dominating fashion. The team said after the race that they "did not want one winner, but rather a win for their beloved country." The team, which included defending Boulder Champion, Tilahun Regassa; 2010 Paris Marathon Champion, Tadese Tola; and the 2010 Ottawa 10K winner, Lelisa Desisa, decided the night before the race that if they got out to a lead they felt was large enough, they would finish the race together. It did not take long for the team to know they had dominated the field; by three miles they were flirting with world record pace. The men slowed a bit, to regroup themselves and all three finished the race with a time of 29:17. This finish was truly a sight to see and sent the 50,000 plus fans in attendance into an uproar!
On the Women's side of the race, the female Ethiopian team, led by the 2010 Dubai Marathon Champion and defending Boulder Champion Mamitu Daska who won in 32:28, ran their way to victory for their country as well. Following Mamitu was ESMI teammate Amane Gobena, the 2010 winner of Osaka and Seoul International Marathons, in a time of 33:11. To round out the Ethiopian team was Belianeash Zemedkun who ran to a strong sixth place finish in a time of 34:10. The race was run under the hot sun and thin air of Boulder, Colorado, which sits just above Denver in altitude, making the Bolder 10k that much tougher of a race.
Congratulations to all of these tremendous athletes, and for their exceptional performances in this very challenging and exhausting race.
Photo Courtesy of: RecentIssueToday.com
5.27.2010
ESMI has good showing in Brazil
ESMI wins highlight the fourth day of competition on the Caixa Brazilian Athletics tour.
The fourth day brought victories by ESMI athletes in the men's Steeplechase and the 3,000m flat for the women.
Ethiopian National Record holder Roba Gary, ran to a fast time of 8:32 under the hot sun in Brazil, yesterday. Along with Roba, his fellow ESMI teammate Bertukan Feyisa out ran her ESMI teammates to win the 3,000m flat for the women in a time of 9:15; as Sultan Haydar and Mekdes Bekele placed second and third, respectively.
For complete recap of this meet, please visit:http://www.cbat.org.br/
5.23.2010
Gobena Victorius again!
Amane Gobena continued her impressive year to date this past weekend by collecting yet another win in 2010. This time, the defending Osaka Women's Marathon Champion and the defending Seoul International Marathon Champion, dominated the field at the world's largest half marathon which boasts over 58,000 entrants to the race, in Goteborg, Sweden. The race was unseasonably warm for this time of year in Sweden, but with that aside, Amane flew to a first place victory over her competitors, in a time of 1:11:40.
On the men's side of the race, Girma Assefa finished in the fourth spot overall, in a time of 1:02:25.
Congratulations to both athletes and to Amane for continuing her great year!
5.18.2010
ESMI takes third in ING Bay to Breakers
In the 2010 edition of ING Bay to Breakers 12K in San Francisco, CA the defending Zayed International Half Marathon champion Tilahun Regassa ran to a third place finish in a very loaded and experienced field; 35:30.
On the women's side, the defending Dubai Marathon champion Mamitu Daska ran her way to a third place finish as well in a time of 39:34. She finished strong in a very good women's field that produced a 12km World Record time.
Congratulations to both athletes for a great race.
5.17.2010
Firehitwot Dado does it again...
Firehiwot Dado is running wild this year in every race she has entered.
After successfully defending her 2009 Rome Marathon Crown, by taking the 2010 Rome Marathon crown, Firehiwot has now begun to take the US by storm, first winning in the Fifth Third River Bank Run, Grand Rapids, MI and now winning the Rite Aid Cleavland 10K, Cleavland, OH; her time of 33:08 was good enough for the win. Firehiwot has now collected three consecutive wins, and is poised to have a great remainder of the year for racing.
On the men's side of the Rite Aid Cleavland 10K, ESMI's Festus Langat ran neck and neck with a strong Kenyan field to a second place finish in the 10km race in a time of 29:08.
Congratulations to both of these great athletes for their great results.
5.16.2010
Selomie Getnet Runs well in China
Selomie Getnet ran her way to the podium in the Yellow River Estuary International Marathon in China this past week. Her time of 2:36:09 was good enough for third and she used her experience and technical knowledge of running to keep her competition guessing her every move from the very start of the race.
Congratulations to Selomie on her victory in China.
5.16.2010
Mary Davies lowers PB in Canada
Former Oklahoma State University standout runner and current ESMI athlete Mary Davies, who hails from New Zealand; ran her way to a new personal best in the Half Marathon with her performance in the Mississauga Half Marathon, Ontario, CAN this past week with a time of 1:14:05.
Congratulations to Mary on her great performances so far this year, as she has already collected three victories in three consecutive races, she has entered.
5.16.2010
Aman runs fast 1,000m in Africa
Mohamed Aman ran to a very fast 1,000m win in the East African Championships in the Sudan this past week. His time of 2:18.00, gave him a well earned victory over his counterparts.
Congratulations to Mohamed for a great time.
5.15.2010
ESMI has great showing in Doha
In the first IAAF Diamond League meeting so far this year, ESMI's athletes Amine LaaLou and Roba Gary put on a great show in their respective events.
Amine LaaLou in the men's 800m final in Doha this past week, ran to a blazing 1:43.71 finish, for third place. Amine looks poised to be ready to break his own personal best time and have a great season and run very, very fast.
In the men's 3,000m Steeplechase ESMI's own Roba Gary ran his way to a new Ethiopian National Record time of 8:10.29, which was good enough for a fifth place finish in Doha.
Congratulations to both athletes for their tremendous performances, and we look forward to seeing more great results from the other Diamond League meetings later this year.
5.9.2010
Firehiwot Dado runs away in 25K
Firehiwot Dado put on a show for the people of Michigan this past Saturday at the USA 25-K Championships. The 2009 and 2010 defending Rome Marathon champion ran her way to an easy victory at the 2010 Fifth Third River Bank Run 25-K in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She defeated the defending champion, Genoveva Jelagat Kigen, of Kenya and in doing so, set a new course record. Her time of 1:23:46 is the best time that this race has ever seen.
Congratulations to Firehiwot Dado for such a great race!
5.8.2010
ESMI Victorious at Indy 500 Mini-Marathon
This past Saturday, for the second year in a row, Festus Langat successfully defended his crown as the Men's Champion of the One America 500 Festival Mini-Marathon. He did so in a time of 62:51, only three seconds ahead of the second place finisher. Festus used good tactics while running to claim victory on an extremely windy day in Indianapolis.
In the women's race, ESMI's own Belainesh Zemedkun ran to a second place finish in a time of 71:01, behind the winner who ran to a new course record. Weather conditions played a big role in the race on Saturday, as the temperature was cold, and wind gusts reached up to 35 miles per hour making for a very cold race.
For Complete Story and Results, please visit:
http://www.500festival.com/news/index.asp?news_id=294
Photo Courtesy of: www.500festival.com/marathon
5.5.2010
Great Story on Teyba Erkesso from IAAF.org
Follow the link for a great story on Teyba Erkesso coming back to the US after her victory at the Boston Marathon to defend her 5km title from Albany, NY.
For Complete Story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=56644.html/
Story Courtesy of: IAAF.org
5.3.2010
Good Run for ESMI at Lilac Bloomsday
It was very clear, early in the running of the 2010 Lilac Bloomsday 12K race, that it was going to be a two women show from the start.
The defending Dubai Marathon Champion, Mamitu Daska ran from the very start of the race with the eventual winner in route to the winner setting a new 12k World's Best time. Mamitu was not far behind and finished second in a time of 38:25, only three seconds off the the old 12K World's Best time. Mamitu pushed the entire race and ran a very strong and impressive race.
Belianesh Zemedkun, another rising star for ESMI continued her great road racing year by running another good time and finished sixth in a time of 40:38. Both of these ladies ran great races and deserve congratulations.
For full results, visit:
http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/2010Stats.htm/
5.3.2010
Oljira runs new Personal Best in France
Belaynesh Oljira improved on her personal best running a very fast 31:07 on her way to a second place finish in the 10 km du Conseil Général this past weekend in Marseille, France.
Her ESMI teammate, Belete Assefa, ran his way to a fourth place finish in the men's race in a time of 28:24.
Congratulations to both athletes and to Belaynesh on her new Personal Best.
5.3.2010
Josephat Kithii runs meet record in Jamaica
Not to be overshadowed by Usain Bolt running on his home soil, ESMI's own Josephat Kithii ran to a sizzling meet record at the 2010 Jamaica International Invitational. His 3:40.30 in the men's 1500m is the best time ever run at this meet.
Congratulations to Josephat for his great time and for a great race.
5.3.2010
ESMI has great results in Ethiopian Championships
ESMI athletes displayed their great talents this past weekend at the Ethiopian championships, which lead to some very good results for the ESMI team:
The results are as follows for ESMI athletes:
Roba Gary won the men's steeplechase in 8:32
Mohamed Aman was 2nd in the 800m in 1:47.21
Dawit Wolde was 3rd in the 800m in 1:47.82.
Yetwale Kinde won the 10,000m in 29:05.
Tilahun Regassa was 3rd in the 10,000m in 29:09
Debebe Woldesenbet was 6th in the 10,000m in 29:20.
Lelisa Desisa was 7th in the 10,000m in 29:23
Amane Gobena won the 10,000m in 33:21.
Mekdes Bekele was 2nd in the women's 3000m steeplechase
Fatuma Sado was 2nd in the 5000m
Bertukan Feyisa was 2nd in the 1500m in 4:16.34
Congratulations to all of these tremendous athletes and for their great results. ESMI is very proud!
For Complete Results, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=56630.html/
4.21.2010
ESMI Victorius at 114th Boston Marathon
Again, for the third year in a row, one of ESMI's tremendous athletes has taken home the crown of Boston Marathon Champion. Following in the footsteps of past Champions, Deriba Merga (2009) and Dire Tune (2008), also from the ESMI group, Teyba Erkesso took home the crown this year.
The ever impressive Teyba Erkesso, course record holder and defending champion of the 2010 Chevron Houston Marathon, broke free from her competitors on the very tough and hilly Boston course and she never looked back. She ran to her second major win this year in a time of 2:26:11, a very good time for a tough, hilly course. She attributed her success to her tremendous training regiment and the amount of focus she had coming into this race. Her ESMI teammate, the 2008 defending champion Dire Tune, did not finish the race due to a stomach illness that plagued her from the start of the race.
On the men's side of the race, defending champion Deriba Merga ran away from his competitors at the halfway mark in the race and looked to be in strong control on his way to his second straight Boston victory. However, due to a late surge in the race from his opponents, Merga finished third in a time of 2:08:39. After the race, Deriba was upset with how the race unfolded as he came to Boston in "great shape and wanted to win again."
Congratulations to these great athletes for their outstanding victories.
For Complete Story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=56504.html/
4.19.2010
ESMI Wins at Nice Half Marathon
Nice Half Marathon became another of the many victories that ESMI collected thus far this year.
Belianesh Oljira ran her way to a great first place finish in Nice, France in a time of 1:11:10. She dominated the field and ran away from her competition and never looked back. Oljira continues to run fast this year, and she looks to keep moving forward to run better and better as the year moves on.
On the Men's side of the race, ESMI's Belete Assefa and Gishu Dida ran to third and fifth place finishes, respectively. Their times of 1:02:45 and 1:03:14, respectively, were both Personal Bests for both athletes.
Congratulations to these great athletes who ran in the Nice Half Marathon.
4.18.2010
ESMI Wins Rabat Half Marathon
Mare Dibaba continues to add wins to her dazzling 2010 running resume. She continued her hot start to 2010 by adding a win in the Rabat Half Marathon this past weekend in Morocco. She ran her way to a 1:11:10 time and a first place victory. She was followed very closely by her ESMI teammate Fatuma Sado who ran to a third place finish in a time of 1:11:44. Fatuma has been running very fast times as of late, and she is poised to become another one of ESMI's very talented female running champions.
Congratulations to both of these ladies on great times, and a great race in Rabat.
For Complete Story, please visit:
http://www.runninginspired.co.uk/Rabat_Half_Marathon.html/
4.11.2010
Amid Controversy ESMI Performs at 2010 Cherry Blossom
Amidst controversy at the 2010 Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run, ESMI athlete Lelisa Desisa; third at the Zayed International Half Marathon (59:59), currently in in second place, followed by teammate and Zayed International Half Marathon Champion, Tilahun Regassa, in third place. The controversy came in the final second of the race, as the two leading runners tangled themselves up in each other, and both hit the finish line at the same time. As there was video evidence of the finish, the current results of the race are unofficial and ESMI is awaiting official results to be released later this week.
The weather for the race was perfect and the ESMI athletes were in top form. Tilahun Regassa led the race from the start to the last 100 meters, when teammate and training partner Lelisa Desisa surged ahead of him along with the eventual, yet unofficial winner from Kenya. Lelisa finished the race in a time of 45:44, and Tilahun Regassa ran to a third place 45:50 finish; both great times.
On the women's side, Belianesh Zemedkun added to her already impressive road running resume, by improving on her best ten mile time by almost 30 seconds. Belianesh finished third in a time of 53:22, but ran strong, in a very tough, Kenyan dominated field.
Congratulations to all three of these great athletes, for their great times in the 2010 Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run, in Washington D.C.
4.11.2010
Assefa Third at Carlsbad 5000
Meskerem Assefa ran to a third place finish in the 2010 Carlsbad 5000, in Carlsbad, California. Amongst great competition, the former Beijing Olympian, Assefa, ran to a time of 15:55.
Congratulations to Meskerem on a great race.
4.11.2010
Fast Times at 2010 Rotterdam Marathon
This past weekend turned out to be a very exciting weekend for running; and the 2010 Rotterdam Marathon was not to be over looked at all.
Rotterdam this year was home to some very fast, tremendous time with the men's winner finishing the race in 2:04:48. ESMI teammate Feyisa Lelisa the winner of the 2010 Xiamen Marathon, China; also ran a very fast time and set he new personal best finishing the race fourth. Feyisa led the race in Rotterdam until the very end, when his final kick just was not enough to take the victory; but with that said he still ran his new personal best of 2:05:23, making Feyisa one of the most dangerous male marathoners in the world right now.
In the women's race, ESMI teammate Meseret Mengistu, who had a very impressive road racing season in 2009, made he move to the Marathon, with this debut in Rotterdam. Her 2:34:07 was good enough for 8th in the women's race, and proved to be a good first stepping stone for Meseret.
Congratulations to both of these tremendous athletes for their great race in Rotterdam.
For Complete Story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=56431.html/
4.11.2010
ESMI Sweeps at 2010 Paris Marathon
On-lookers at the 2010 Paris Marathon were treated to a truly wonderful race. Atsede Baysa ran her way to a first place finish, but in doing so ran the fastest female marathon time this year to date. She is now the world-leading time for the Woman's Marathon, at 2:22:02.
Astede was from the start of the race in complete control of the field and cruised in dominating fashion to this absolutely tremendous time.
In the men's race, fellow ESMI teammate Tadese Tola smashed his previous personal best Marathon time of 2:15:48; set at the 2009 Chicago Marathon; by around nine minutes; to finish the race first in a time of 2:06:37. Also, in the men's race, ESMI runners Zembaba Yigezu and Vincent Kiplagat finished the race, 7th (2:08:48) and 10th (2:09:38), respectively.
Congratulations to all of ESMI's athletes in Paris; and especially to Astese Baysa for her dazzling time.
For Complete Story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=56422.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org
4.5.2010
ESMI Wins at 2010 Crescent City Classic
Not even a injury to his Achilles tendon could slow down the ever-impressive Tilahun Regassa. Tilahun, this years winner of the Zayed International Half Marathon, put aside the pain and discomfort he was feeling throughout the entire race, to pull off a gutsy performance in a very hot and humid New Orleans, LA, this past weekend; Tilahun finished the race in a time 28:05. Tilahuns teammate Lelisa Desisa finished the race in sixth place as well.
On the Womens side, Belianesh Zemedkun, in a time of 32:18 took the second place position for the women. Right behind Belianesh, was her ESMI teammate Meskerem Assefa, who finished third in a time of 33:05.
Congratulations to all of these athletes on a great day of running.
3.29.2010
ESMI wins at Cooper River Bridge Run
2010 brought a lot of new things to the city of Charleston, South Carolina's Cooper River Bridge Run. It brought new prize money, a new course, and thanks to Meskerem Assefa it also brought the fastest female time on the course since 2006.
Beijing Olympian Meskerem Assefa ran her way to a victory in her debut on American soil here at Cooper River 10k in a time of 32:31.
On the Men's side of the race, the champion of the Zayed International Half Marathon, Tilahun Regassa ran to a third place finish in time of 27:59.
ESMI congratulates these athletes, and looks to continue on our Road Race success in 2010.
For complete results for Cooper River Bridge Run, please visit:
http://www.bridgerun.com/index.php/
Photo Courtesy of: NewsDire.com
3.29.2010
ESMI wins at Azalea Trail Run
Belianesh Zemedkun ran her way to victory at the 2010 Edition of the Azalea Trail Run in Mobile, Alabama, this past weekend.
Belianesh ran away from the womens elite field, and finished the race minutes ahead of her competitors (32:24), showing the type of talent the ESMI roster boasts.
On the men's Side of the race, the 2010 Shamrock 8K winner Mohamed Fadil, ran to a fifth place finish in a time of 29:05.
ESMI congratulates both athletes on their results.
3.22.2010
Gobena Shines at Seoul International Marathon
Amane Gobena put on a dazzling display of shear strength as she fought strong winds and very cold temperatures to cruise to an impressive first place finish at the 2010 Seoul International Marathon, this past Sunday in Seoul, South Korea.
Amane who has been on a three straight marathon winning streak, ran her new personal best of 2:24:13, despite the harsh weather conditions, out running the strong female competition by almost a full minute.
Congratulations on a tremendous victory for Amane in Korea.
For complete results and story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=56205.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org
3.22.2010
ESMI Takes Rome Marathon Crown
The 2010 Edition of the Rome Marathon brought another great showing by the ESMI team.
For the Men, Siraj Gena ran to a 2:08:39 (New PB) finish to win the race, while stopping in the last few hundred meters of the race to remove his shoes, to finish the race barefoot; in the memory of his fellow countryman Abebe Bikila.
On the Women's side of the race, ESMI swept all three podium positions.
Firehiwot Dado successfully defended her 2009 Rome Marathon title by winning the 2010 edition of the race, in a time of 2:25:28, a new PB for her. Following Dado was Kebebush Haile who also ran a new PB in Rome in a time of 2:25:31. In the third position was ESMI's own Mare Dibaba. Rome was Mare's debut Marathon, where she finished in a time of 2:25:38.
For full Results and story, visit: http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=56208.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Michele D' Annibale)
3.21.2010
ESMI wins at Shamrock 8K
Mohamed Fadil, ran his way to a convincing win at the Shamrock 8k in Virgina Beach, Virgina, this past weekend; Fadil finished in a time of 22:55.
Congratulations to Mohamed and ESMI looks forward to beginning a great 2010 Road Racing year.
3.7.2010
Baysa takes Paris Half Marathon Crown
Through very cold and windy conditions Atsede Baysa again ran past her competition to take victory at the 2010 Paris Half Marathon, in a time of 71:06.
Baysa has been no stranger to first place finishes, she is the defending Paris Marathon Champion, and the winner of the Xiamen Marathon, in China, earlier this year.
On the Men's side of the race, Lelisa Desisa who cracked the one hour mark earlier this year; 59:59 in Zayed International Half Marathon, Abu Dhabi, also fought the elements on his way to a second place finish in a time of 61:29.
2.28.2010
Solid showing in San Juan for ESMI
Amid strong competition ESMI's own Dire Tune and Belianesh Zemedkun, had very solid performances in the 2010 edition of World's Best 10K in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Dire, ran to a third place finish (31:40) a new personal best for her.
Belianesh Zemedkun ran to an eight place finish (33:16), in what was a strong women's field.
For Complete Race Results and Story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=55704.html/
2.18.2010
ESMI has strong showing at RAK Half Marathon
In clear skies and sunny conditions, the RAK Half Marathon witnessed a new course record and a host of terrific times, this past Friday.
The United Arab Emirates watched as ESMI continued to display its dominance and show off the depth of talent the ESMI roster holds.
On the women's side of the race, ESMI newcomer Mare Dibaba (67:13), ran to a second place finish only six seconds behind the fastest debut Half Marathon time ever at RAK, and her time happens to be a new Ethiopian National Record. In the fourth place slot was Teyba Erkesso in a time of 67:41, a new personal best for her just one month after her tremendous win and new course record at the Houston Marathon. Only seconds after her was the pre race favorite to defend her RAK Half title Dire Tune (67:58), who finished fifth.
The men's race broke wide open after the prolific pre race favorite Deriba Merga dropped out late in the race. ESMI's own Tadese Tola, the defending NYC Half Marathon Champion, ran to a second place finish in a time of 59:49, which is a very big personal best for him.
For complete results and full story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=55591.html/
2.12.2010
Tilahun Regassa falls victim to Typhoid
Zayed International Half Marathon Champion, Tilahun Regassa, was hospitalized on February 11th after suffering from symptoms associated with Typhoid in his home country of Ethiopia.
He has been treated, placed on the proper medications, and discharged from the hospital.
Tilahun along with his coach Haji Adilo both feel that running in his next scheduled race, the RAK Half Maratho this upcoming week, would be a bad decision and one that could hamper his future success and races in 2010.
ESMI wishes Tilahun a speedy recovery!
2.5.2010
Oljira 2nd at European Champion Clubs Cup
Belaynesh Oljira ran to a second place finish in this past weekend's European Champion Clubs Cup in Cross Country, which was held in Bilbao, Spain.
Belaynesh helped the Turkish team in their quest to defend their 2009 title. Although Belaynesh ran very, very well, the Turkish team was not successful in their attempt; falling to the pre-race favorites, the Russian Women's team, by only one point.
Congratulations to Belaynesh on a great run and an impressive time of 21:39, coming in second place, by only one second to the European Indoor Champion, Alemitu Bekele.
1.31.2010
Mesfin Celebrates Birthday with Victory
Other than his dominating victory over World Cross Country champion Gebre-Egziabher Gebremariam in Spain, no more victory was sweeter than this one in Italy on his 21st Birthday.
Hunegnaw Mesfin ran to a 28:03 finish, in the 78th edition of Cinque Mulini in San Vittore Olona, Italy, and he could not think of a better birthday present to himself than a second major win in this young Cross Country season. Mesfin brings the Cinque Mulini title back to Ethiopia for the first time since fellow countryman Kenensisa Bekele won the race in 2002.
Mesfin has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the Cross Country world and has his sights set on running in the World Cross Country Championships, in the upcoming months.
For full results, and story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/CROS10/news/newsid=55454.html/
1.31.2010
Gobena Victorious in Osaka Marathon
ESMI's own Amane Gobena ran through cloudy condition and light rain showers to take victory and shine at the Osaka Ladies Marathon; a Silver Label race in Osaka, Japan, this past Sunday.
Gobena showed great determination when she staged a late surge to take the lead of the race; and she never looked back. She improved on her previous personal best of 2:26:53 from the 2009 Los Angeles Marathon, when she ran to a 2:25:14 finish in Osaka.
Congratulations to Amane on a convincing win, and a well deserved victory in Japan.
For complete story and results, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=55445.html/
Photo Courtesy of:
IAAF.org & (Yohei Kamiyama/Agence SHOT)
1.24.2010
Great Result for ESMI in Ethiopia
ESMI had some great results from the Sululta Cross Country meet in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this past weekend.
In the Senior 12km Men's race Gishu Dida ran to a surprising first place finish (37:45.61), beating some famous Ethiopian runners like Imane Merga and Abera Chane. Right behind him in a close third was fellow ESMI teammate Fekadu Lemma, who ran to a time of 38:00.93 for the 12km.
In the Junior 8km race ESMI's Belete Assefa ran to a third place finish in a time of 25:12.
Congratulation to all three of these athletes.
1.22.2010
Mamitu Daska Takes Dubai Marathon Crown
On a humid day in Dubai, Mamitu Daska pulled away from a talented field of runners to set for herself a new personal best and collect a Marathon crown.
Daska, improved on her previous personal best from the 2009 real-Berlin Marathon, by over two mintues, and established herself among some of the top female marathoners in the world.
Mamitu showed in this race the kind of heart and determination it takes to be a champion; as she became violently sick in the finishing straight, yet held onto her lead and captured victory only to fall to the ground after the finish in complete exhaustion. But in true champion fashion she quickly recovered, and after being evaluated and cleared, she quickly got back to celebrating her win and is looking forward to her next race.
Congratulations to Mamitu for an outstanding victory.
For complete story of the race, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=55359.html
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
1.19.2010
ESMI Dominates at Le Mans X-C
The Le Mans Cross Country Meet this past weekend in France was almost completely dominated by the athletes of ESMI.
In the Women's race ESMI took all top three podium spots. Belaynesh Oljira, in her first ever cross country race outside of her homeland of Ethiopia, she was the overall female winner in a time of 15:57. She was followed very closely by fellow teammates, Meskerem Assefa and Feyisa Bertukan who took second and third, in times of 16:05 and 16:06 respectively.
On the Men's side, ESMI runners Dino Sefir and Belete Assefa ran to second and third place finishes respectively. Sefir, who finished just seconds behind the winner, ran a time of 26:16, and Assefa finished the race in 26:26.
Le Mans was a great race for all five of these athletes. ESMI congratulates all athletes who ran in Le Mans.
1.18.2010
ESMI Newcomer Wins Bermuda Intl. Half Marathon
ESMI Newcomer Belainesh Zemedkan raced to a first place finish this past weekend in the Bermuda International Half Marathon. Belainesh recorded a good time of 1:14:19 for the race.
In the same weekend Belainesh finished in second place in the Bermuda International Mile Challenge race as well.
Congratulations to Belainesh for a tremendous win.
For complete results, visit:
http://www.bermudaraceweekend.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=63%3A2010-results&catid=39%3Aresults&Itemid=57/
1.18.2010
ESMI Sweeps Houston Marathon in Record Fashion
ESMI gave the city of Houston a show this past Sunday as both Teyba Erkesso and Teshome Gelana won their respective race, both setting new course records.
Teshome Gelana wowed Houston when he broke the previous course record, held by fellow ESMI teammate Deriba Merga, by 15 seconds. Going into the race Teshome knew he could put forth a fast time, but in setting the new course record, he surprised even himself.
Zembaba Yigeze, another ESMI athlete, was second in the men's race and ran to a time of 2:08:58, a new personal best for him.
Also, Hussan Adelo and Vincent Kiplagat, both ran good times, 2:09:09 and 2:09:22 respectively, both new personal bests for the athletes.
On the women's side, Teyba Erkesso defended her Houston crown in a dominating manner. Teyba shaved 25 seconds off her 2009 course record for Houston and now is the fastest woman to ever run a Marathon in the state of Texas, and the only woman to ever run under 2:25:00 twice in Houston.
ESMI temamate Alemitu Abera was third in the race, finishing with a time of 2:31:01.
For complete results and story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=55317.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Victah Sailer)
1.18.2010
ESMI Wins Mumbai Marathon
ESMI's Bizunesh Urgesa ran a new personal best for herself on the way to a first place finish at the 2010 Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon in Mumbai, India.
Bizunesh held off the field and withstood the pressure, mostly from her ESMI teammates, Kebebush Haile and Firehiwot Dado, who both challenged for the lead many times in the race. Kebebush finished just two seconds behind Urgesa at 2:31:11 for second place, while Firehiwot finished in fifth place at 2:33:38.
On the men's side Siraj Gena ran to a second place finish in a time of 2:13:58.
For complete results and story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR10/news/newsid=55304.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (PhotoRun)
1.11.2010
Mesfin outsprints World Champion
The audience at the 56th Cross Internacional Zornotza, Spain, was treated to an exciting race this past Sunday in Spain's snowy countryside.
Hunegnaw Mesfin stunned the Spanish countryside when he ran neck and neck with the Cross Country World Champion, Gebregziabher Gebremariam, only to out sprint him at the very last second of the race. This race was billed as a showdown between Gebremariam and Spain's Alemayehu Bezabeh, but it was Hunegnaw Mesfin who stole the show. Mesfin ran to a time of 35:24 with a great win over a very strong field.
For full story, please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WXC10/news/kind=100/newsid=55261.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Unai Sasuategui)
1.10.2010
ESMI Wins Zayed International Half Marathon Title
Tilahun Regassa ran to a very fast victory at the Zayed International Half Marathon held on January 7th in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
Regassa ran to a time of 59:19, improving his 59:36 career best. Only World record holder Samuel Wanjiru has run faster while younger than 20 with his 59:16 in Rotterdam.
Regassa pushed the pace from the start and took victory, leaving Sammy Kitwara, who had the fastest PB in the field, in second place. Also on the men's side, the young Ethiopian, Lelisa Desisa, finished the race in 59:59, finishing in third place.
On the women's side, 2008 Boston Marathon champion, Dire Tune, clocked 1:09:19 and ran to a third place finish in a very strong women's field. 2009 Toronto Marathon Champion, Amane Gobena, ran to 1:09:24 and finished fifth place.
For Full Story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=55247.html/
Photo Courtesy of: Khaleej Times
1.1.2010
ESMI Sweeps Xiamen Marathon
Feyisa Lilisa is quickly becoming a rising star in the world of Marathon running. After becoming the champion of the Dublin Marathon, he went on to win the 2010 Xiamen Marathon. His time of 2:08:47 is a new course record and a new Personal Best for Lilesa. Feyisa won the race in commanding fashion, with the second place finisher over a minute behind him.
On the women's side, fellow ESMI teammate Astede Baysa not only won the women's race but also made history by being the first foreign women's champion in the history of the race. Her time of 2:28:53 was over five minutes ahead of the second place finisher which shows how dominating this win was for Astede.
For complete story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR09/news/newsid=55215.html/
Photo Courtesy of: IAAF.org (Sasa Kralj/Jiwafoto)
12.28.2009
Lelisa Desisa Surprises Talented Field in France
ESMI has a new rising star and his name is Lelisa Desisa.
On December 27th, in the 38th running of the Corrida de Houilles 10KM in Houilles, France, Lelisa Desisa showed tremendous athletic ability when he ran to a second place finish in a time of 28:35 over a very strong and talented field of athletes.
On the women's side of the race, fellow ESMI teammate Meseret Mengistu ran to a strong third place finish in a time of 33:12.
Congratulations to both athletes on great results.
12.21.2009
ESMI Welcomes Amine Laalou to team
ESMI is thrilled to announce that Amine Laalou is the newest member of the Elite Sports Management team. ESMI is looking forward to a very bright future with Amine and some great results from this talented athlete.
For Bio of Amine, please visit:
http://www.esmintl.com/athleteDetails.asp?id=/
12.14.2009
ESMI's Coach Haji Adilo Interview
Follow the link, for a great interview with one of Ethiopia's best new Marathon coaches.
http://www.ethiopianrun.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=145&Itemid=64/
12.12.2009
Haydar takes U23 European X-C crown
Sultan Haydar ran to an impressive finish in Dublin this past weekend and cruised to victory in the U23 European Athletics Associations X-C race.
For complete results, visit:
http://www.european-athletics.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8032&Itemid=2/
Picture courtesy of IAAF.org.
11.30.2009
Mamitu Daska wins Mountain Run
Mamitu Daska won the 2009 Obudu Mountain Run in Lagos, Nigeria, in a time of 49:12. Mamitu ran very well establishing her dominance early and continued through to the end of the race.
On the men's side, Daska's male teammate Tadese Tola finished 8th in a time of 43:26, in what turned out to be a strong men's field. Also, fellow ESMI athlete Kasime Adillo, ran to a 20th place finish in a time of 46:10.
Great job to all three athletes.
For Complete Results, visit:
http://www.africanathletics.org/?p=299/
11.30.2009
Selomie Getnet wins La Rochelle
Selomie Getnet ran her way to a great victory at the Marathon de La Rochelle Serge Vigot, France. Selomie adds another good finish to her 2009 resume and continues what has been a good year for her.
Congratulations, Selomie, on a great win!
11.28.2009
Cherono does it again
After dominating the second weekend of the Athletics Kenya Cross Country meets, Mercy Cherono was back to do it again during the third weekend of Athletics Kenya's meetings.
Mercy again outran all competition to take the crown of the 6km Junior Race in a time of 19:46. Mercy ran to a first place finish for the second weekend in a row, improving her time each week.
Congratulations to Mercy for her domination during the Athletics Kenya Cross Country meetings.
For Complete Story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WXC10/news/kind=100/newsid=54997.html/
11.23.2009
Cherono makes hometown proud with win
Mercy Cherono made her hometown proud by winning the junior women’s title at the second Kenya Commercial Bank/Athletics Kenya cross country series in the Rift Valley town of Kericho.
Mercy won this close race by only a second, by out sprinting her nearest competitor; Faith Chepngetich 20:23, to a 20:22, first place finish.
On the mens side, fellow ESMI teammate Leonard Langat, finished 4th in the Junior mens 8km race, in a time of 23:48.
For complete results visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/WXC10/news/kind=100/newsid=54955.html/
11.23.2009
ESMI Impressive at The Great Ethiopian Run
The 2009 Ethiopian Airlines Great Ethiopian Run 10km in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia was dominated this year by ESMI's impressive athletes. Tilahun Regassa, the young star put on an impressive showing by not only winning the race, but setting a new course record.
On the men's side, Tilahun Regassa was the overall winner in a time of 28:36. He was followed by ESMI teammates Feyisa Lelisa, who finished 3rd in a time of 28:41; Tadese Tola, who was 5th; and ESMI newcomer Abera Chane, who was 6th.
For the women, ESMI's Amane Gobena finished 2nd in a time of 33:18; she was followed closely by another ESMI newcomer Belaynesh Oljira, who ran a time of 33:38.
All of these athletes ran well and deserve congratulations.
For Full story, visit:
http://www.ethiopianrun.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=133&Itemid=63/
Photo Courtesy of IAAF.org
11.23.2009
ESMI Young Runners Victorius in French Circuit
ESMI's future looks very bright as this past weekend, four of ESMI's young athletes all ran very well in the French Circuit.
Meseret Mengistu, continuing on an impressive year ran to a 1st place finish in the Cross Allones X-C Race.
Sefir Dino and Meskerem Assefa, took the 1st place titles for the men and women s sides respectively at the Cross de Les Mureaux X-C Race.
Lelisa Desisa, won 1st at the Cross Val de Marne X-C Race, this weekend as well.
Congratulations to all of these great athletes.
11.16.2009
Firehiwot Dado Runs New Personal Best in France
Firehiwot Dado ran to a new Half Marathon Personal Best and a first place finish at the Boulogne-Billancourt International Half Marathon in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.
Her time of 1:09:26 was almost two minutes ahead of her next closest competitor, showing how Firehiwot cruised to victory.
Congratulations to Firehiwot on her new Personal Best and her great victory.
11.9.2009
ESMI Sweeps the French Riveria
Hussein Adilo, and Gebo Burka ran to a neck and neck finish at the Alps-Maritimes-Nice-Cannes Marathon, in France on Sunday. Adilo, won the Marathon only one second before teammate Gebo Burka crossed the finish line. Their times were 2:10:17 and 2:10:18, respectively. Both of these times are new personal bests for the men.
On the womens side, the 17 year old, Merima Muhammed, was the first women to cross the finish line in a time of 2:33:56, and from the very start of the race it was clear that she had no one to compete with her.
Congratulations to all of these athletes on a great run, and for the new personal bests.
11.2.2009
Victory at Airtel Delhi Half Marathon
Deriba Merga continued his 2009 season with an absolutely dominating defense of his Airtel Delhi Half Marathon crown. He again took the victory in New Delhi, and did so in a time of 59:54. Deriba extended his great 2009 campaign with a great run, and a great title defense.
Teammate Tilahun Regassa, ran to 4th place in a time of 60:37.
On the Womens side, New Delhi hosted three of ESMI's talented ladies. Mamitu Daska improved upon her half marathon best, that she set in New York City earlier this year, and ran to 68:07, good enough for a 4th place finish in New Delhi.
Teyba Erkesso, finished a strong 7th, 69:05, with teammate Amane Gobena right behind her at 69:32, in 8th place.
Congratulations to all of these talented athletes.
For complete story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR09/news/newsid=54802.html
10.28.2009
Strong Debuts for ESMI Marathoners
This year the Lifestyle Sports-Adidas Dublin Marathon, was treated to a debut not very often seen. Feyisa Lelisa, ran away from the rest of the field, and in his very first marathon, ran to a time of 2:09:11, only three seconds short of the Dublin Marathon course record. This was a strong debut for Lelisa, and he was very impressive in running this time, not looking like a debutante but an experienced marathoner, while never loosing the lead in the race for a second.
Lelisa's female counterpart, Tiki Gelana, also ran her first marathon, in Dublin, IRL as well. She ran to a third place finish in a time of 2:33:49.
Congratulations to both of these athletes, and with debut's like these, we look forward to a bright future for both Feyisa and Tiki.
10.26.2009
New Personal Best for Salomie Getnet
Salomie Getnet ran to a new Personal Best at the 2009 Ljubljana Marathon in Slovenia. Her time of 2:31:15 was good enough for 3rd in the race.
On the men's side, Fekadu Lemma ran to a 9th place finish in a time of 2:17:41.
Congratulations to both athletes and to Salomie for her new PB.
10.26.2009
Another Win for Meseret Mengistu
Meseret Mengistu has once again added to her impressive 2009 resume with this most recent win in The Marseille Cassis Half Marathon, FRA. She ran to a time of 1:10:35, and this marks her fourth victory of the year and her second straight in France, having won the Reims Half Marathon earlier this year.
Congratulations to Meseret on her tremendous year.
Photo Courtesy of IAAF.org
10.19.2009
ESMI takes Reims Marathon
In the 2009 running of the Reims Marathon, Zembaba Yigeze, ran his debut Marathon in a time of 2:09:45, where he placed 2nd, in a talented field.
On the womens side, Meseret Mengistu ran to a 1st place finish in a time of 69:44 for the 2009 Reims Half Marathon. Her fellow ESMI teammate Agnes Mutune was 2nd in 1:10: 03.
Congratulation to these great athletes.
10.19.2009
ESMI Dominates Eurasia Marathon
Kasime Adillo successfully defends his title in the 2009 Eurasia Istanbul Marathon. He ran to an impressive first place finish, with ESMI teammate Vincent Kiplagat right behind him in second.(Kiplagat ran under his Qatar name--Faisal Bader Shebto).
Yet again, ESMI had another Great Debut for newcomer Bizunesh Urgessa, world junior 5000m champion, who like her male counterpart Adillo, was the women's champion of the Eurasia Marathon. She was followed by fellow ESMI athlete, Ashu Kasim who finished 2nd.
ESMI would like to congatulate these great athletes on such a great race.
For a complete story of the Eurasia Marathon, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR09/news/newsid=54709.html/
10.12.2009
Great Run in the Windy City
Running to a time of 2:26:56, Teyba Erkesso, placed 4th in the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. With such a loaded, talented field, the city of Chicago was treated to a dazzling race, exciting both on the Men's and Women's sides. ESMI is proud of Teyba for her great run.
Her male counterpart, teammate Tadese Tola made his debut in the Marathon, in Chicago. He finished the race in 9th position.
For full story, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR09/news/newsid=54662.html/
10.6.2009
ESMI sweeps 90th running of Sedan-Charleville 24.3km
Incredible performances by ESMI this past weekend in the 90th running of Sedan-Charleville 24.3km in Charleville, France.
Agnes Mutune a rising star for ESMI had a very solid performance here, running 1:24:23 and breaking the course record for the "oldest running race in France."
On the Men's side Tola Bane ran to a time of 1:15:08, finishing the race in front of a whole field of his Kenyan counterparts.
Congratulations to both athletes on such tremendous performances.
10.6.2009
Shume Hailu and Kedir Kassa 2nd and 3rd in Debuts
October 5th, 2009.
86th International Peace Marathon, Kosice, Slovakia.
ESMI introduced two young, Ethiopian runners Shume Haile, and Kedir Kassa. They both came out and ran tremendous, new personal best times of 2:11:36 PB and 2:11:39 PB, respectively, taking 2nd and 3rd place in the Marathon.
Rounding out the ESMI field was Radiya Adlo, who ran to a new Personal Best of 2:35:00, and a 2nd place finish.
To see full results, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=54555.html
9.28.2009
Agnes Mutune Wins 27th Le Lion 2009
Agnes Mutune won the 27th Le Lion 2009 21k in
Belfort to Montbéliard, France on Sunday, September 27
Distance.
Agnes was so dominate in the race that her next closet competitor finished almost 6 minutes behind her. Congratulations to her for this very strong performance.
9.28.2009
Gobena Wins Toronto Marathon
Amane Gobena is true come from behind fashion, ran her way to a great victory in the 2009 Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Toronto, Canada over the weekend.
Her teammate Haile Kebebush ran to a 3rd place finish, on this fast course.
ESMI is very proud of both of these fantastic ladies for a great race.
For complete results, visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/LRR09/news/newsid=54506.html
9.23.2009
World Record Ratified
As of today, the tremendous performance that Deriba Merga put on in RAK, this past February, will stand now as a World Record. Merga's time of 41:29 in the 15km, has been ratified and acknowledged as a World Record.
9.22.2009
Mamitu Daska runs Impressive Debut
Mamitu Daska finished third, respectively, in her debut Marathon in the Berlin Marathon at 2:26:38. After her first 10km of the Marathon she had a problem with her stomach and was vomiting through out the remainder of the race, stopping every few minutes or so. With that being said she still ran a tremendous race.
Another debut for ESMI, came from Girma Assefa, on the men's side. He ran 2:09:58 and finished 6th, respectively.
9.14.2009
Roba Gary Sets New Record
Roba Gary continues his dominant year, by setting a New Ethiopian National Record in the 3,000m SteepleChase this past weekend in Thessaloniki, Greece. Gary, set the new record at 8:11.32, setting his new Personal Best, and taking fourth place in the IAAF World Athletics Final 2009. Gary previously held the old Ethiopian National Record as well, in a time of 8:12.03. He ran great this weekend as he has been doing all season. Congratulations of such a great time and finish for Roba.
9.8.2009
Mercy Cherono Runs Second Fastest Junior Time Ever
Mercy Cherono, in her 2,000m debut, came only seconds short to capturing the World Junior Best time for this race.
The current Worlds Best belongs to the legendary Zola Budd, who ran a stellar 5:33.15 in London.(1984)
Mercy who ran 5:35.65, came only two seconds short of the time, and only to out due herself she then went on to set another Personal Best in the same week in the 3,000m at 8:44.76, in Rieti, Italy.
9.7.2009
ESMI Sweeps SunTrust Rock-n-Roll Half Marathon
This past weekend Virginia Beach, Virginia was treated to the kind of race that has not been seen for many years.
ESMI was proud to have Abebu Gelan, Tiki Gelana and Meseret Mengistu, run in VA Beach representing Ethiopia in the team-based international field. The three ladies put on a dazzling show as they finished 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively.
On the Men's side of the race Feyisa Lilesa finished 2nd in a time of 1:02:15, with his teammate Zenbaba Yigezu finishing in a close 3rd.
Congratulations to all of the great athletes on a great race.
To see the full list of results:
http://www.rnrvb.com/
8.21.2009
This Weekend in Berlin
This weekend, Berlin will become the platform for some of ESMI's finest athletes to showcase their tremendous talents to the entire world.
Watch for Deriba Merga in the Mens Marathon final this Saturday.
On Sunday, the women's Marathon final will host Astede Baysa and Dire Tune, who look to run to the front of the field and stay there.
Also watch for Jackson Kivuna, who made it to the 800m final. Jackson earned himself a guaranteed spot in the 800m final with a very good run in his heat, where he was 2nd, behind American Nick Symmonds.
Best of Luck to all of these athletes this weekend.
8.21.2009
Impressive Showing in Berlin
ESMI congratulates ZemZem Ahmed and Roba Gary on their recent performances in The IAAF World Championships in Berlin, Germany.
ZemZem Ahmed ran a season's best time of 9:22.64, while placing 10th in the elite International field for the women's 3,000m Steeplechase.
Roba Gary ran a stellar 8:12.40 to put himself in 6th place in the men's 3,000m Steeplechase Finals.
Congratulations to these two great performers and ESMI looks forward to reporting more results from Berlin, where there are still two days of competition left.
To follow all the action in Berlin, and to see results for ESMI athletes competing in the World Championships, please visit:
http://berlin.iaaf.org/index.html/
8.19.2009
The King of New York
Only a few months after dominating the field and setting the Central Park course record, Tadese Tola came back to New York City, to defend his Half Marathon title. The field this year in the New York City Half Marathon presented by NIKE was loaded with tremendous talent. Tola could have cared less who he was running against. For most of the course Tola was running by himself, over a full minute ahead of the next closest challenger. Tola now has established himself as the "King of New York", in the running world, and placed his name in New York's running history forever.
Also, is the Half Marathon field was Mamitu Daska. Mamitu is continuing to build her resume with great finishes and is having a great year. Mamitu finished 2nd, in a very impressive women's field that included some of the best female marathoners in the world. Mamitu has been collecting top finishes this year like they were baseball cards. Mamitu is a wonderfully talented runner and is set to collect as many wins as she can in the rest of her career.
To Read the entire story about the New York Half Marathon presented by NIKE, go to:
http://www.nyrr.org/
8.10.2009
ESMI Dominates at Falmouth
Again and Again, time after time, Tilahun Regassa proves to his rivals that he is a World Class force to be reckoned with. He again powered away from another very strong international field to easily win one of America's most prestigious road races, The Falmouth 7 Miler. Regassa continues to amaze and shows that he is no rookie anymore. The running world is now on its heels as Regassa moves his way to the forefront of our sport.
Along with Regassa's dominance in Falmouth, Mamitu Daska put on quite a display of athleticism on her own. Mamitu who like her teammate Regassa, also took home her own 1st place title. Mamitu wowed the spectators in Falmouth as she broke away from her competition around mile 3 and never looked back. Mamitu and Ragassa both displayed the type of outstanding performances that the ESMI team has become accustomed to seeing from its athletes.
Rounding out the ESMI field was Karim ElMabchour. Karim, a talented Moroccan, yet US based runner provided the veteran advice, and teamwork that helped to push Regassa and Mamitu to the top of their fields. Karim ran well on Sunday, and took the beautiful scenic run in Cape Cod for all it was worth.
Congratulations to all of these talented athletes, that made this years Falmouth Road Race one to remember for years to come.
To Read the full article on Falmouth, go to:
http://www.boston.com/sports/other_sports/running/articles/2009/08/10/regassa_in_class_by_himself_at_falmouth/
8.3.2009
ESMI Junior Athletes Collect 6 Medals in African Junior Championships
The Future for Elite Sports Management looks very bright after ESMI's Junior Team scored 4 Gold and 2 Silver Medals in the very competitive African junior Championships, in Bambous, Mauritius from July 30th to the 2nd of August.
In the 800m upcoming star Mohammed Aman, of Ethiopia won Gold.
In the 3,000m SC Jonathan Muia (World Juinor Champion), took home a Gold Medal.
In the 10,000m Lelisa Desisa won the Gold.
Mercy Cherono (World Junior Champion), won Gold in 3,000m and the Silver Medal in the 5,000m.
Etenesh Diro Neda won the Silver in the 3,000m flat.
All of these athletes are tremendous young talent. The sky looks to be the limit for this strong Junior Team.
7.31.2009
Kivuna Want Nothing Less then Gold in Berlin
Jackson Kivuna is training hard and is looking to leave the World Championships in Berlin with nothing less than a Gold Medal. To finish reading the article on Kivuna's run for Gold in Berlin, please visit the following link.
http://www.nation.co.ke/sports/athletics/-/1100/632484/-/shxu8pz/-/index.html
Article Courtesy of: CHRIS MUSUMBA of The Daily Nation
7.31.2009
Tola to defend his title in NYC Half-Marathon
New York, USA - Some of the world’s best long-distance runners, including defending champion Tadese Tola of Ethiopia, two-time IAAF World Half-Marathon Championships silver medalist Patrick Makau of Kenya, three-time 10,000m Olympian Abdi Abdirahman of the United States, ING New York City Marathon 2004 winner Hendrick Ramaala of South Africa, and 2008 Olympic marathon silver medalist and two-time World Marathon champion Jaouad Gharib of Morocco, will duel on the streets of Manhattan at the NYC Half-Marathon on Sunday, 16 August, it was announced today by New York Road Runners president and CEO Mary Wittenberg.
Story Courtesy of IAAF.org.
To Finish Reading Article go to:
http://www.iaaf.org/WHM09/news/kind=100/newsid=52400.html
7.30.2009
Etenesh Diro Neda Takes Silver Medal
Etenesh Diro Neda brings home a Silver Medal for her homeland of Ethiopia in her very first International event. Congratulations to Etenesh and she has a bright future ahead of her.
For Full Article and Results visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=52401.html
Article Courtesy of: IAAF.org
7.30.2009
Ndiku Takes Gold with only One Shoe
On Thursday, July 30th, at the African Junior Championships, Fans and spectators alike were not ready for the sheer display of raw passion that they were about to see until in a moments notice it happened.
Jonathan Ndiku was barely 800m into what was to become an epic 3,000m SC race; when his spike flew off, and left him running on one foot. Unlike most other athletes who would pull up and stop; to either avoid injury or make excuses for themselves, Mr. Ndiku pushed on and displayed the true pride and passion that the sport of running loves to see. When asked how he felt after he lost his spike, and why he continued to push so hard Johnathan replied simply, "I didn't want to let my country down."
Th amount pain and hurt he ran with that day, was a small price to pay to ensure his country was proud of their native son. To the entire World that day Johnathan reminded us all that no one is bigger than the sport, and no one is bigger than where they call home.
7.30.2009
Cherono Takes Gold in African Junior Championships
Once again Mercy Cherono proves that she is one of the Best Junior runners in the World with her impressive 8:54 for the 3,000m time in this weeks African Junior Championships, in Bambous, Mauritius.
To read the full article please visit:
http://www.iaaf.org/news/kind=100/newsid=52401.html
Article Courtesy of: Mark Ouma for the IAAF
7.27.2009
Kivuna to represent Kenya in Berlin
Jackson Kivuna continues to make this years outdoor season a great one. After finishing third in Kenyan trials he has now been chosen to represent his native land of Kenya, in the World Championships in Berlin. Kivuna has had a stellar outdoor season this year and deserves to be chosen to the Kenyan National Team for the 800m. Visit IAAF.org to read the complete article on Jackson Kivuna.
http://berlin.iaaf.org/news/kind=100
7.26.2009
Mengistu Continues to Dominate
Sunday July 26th was a day that brought another victory for the young Meseret Mengistu. This tiny Ethiopian women has been lighting the U.S. road running circuit on fire this year; most recently with Sundays win at Wharf to Wharf in Santa Cruz, CA. Meseret ran to an impressive time of 30:45, only 3 seconds off the course record. Congratulations on a great season so far.
7.20.2009
Bayrak and Haydar Victorious in European Championships
Selim Bayrak stood tall above his competition, as he cruised to a first place win in the 10,000m at the U 23 European Championships, this past Saturday, July 18th.
Sultan Haydar also, was at the top of her field winning the Woman's 1500m event, on Sunday, July 19th, also at the U 23 European Championships.
7.13.2009
Roba Gary Breaks Ethiopian National Record
Roba Gary broke the Ethiopian National Record set last year in Beijing, China by Yakob Jarso. He ran a stellar 8:12.03 in the 3,000m Steeplechase, setting himself a new personal best. This is an awesome feat. Congratulations to Roba.
7.12.2009
Meseret Mengsitu takes first in Crazy 8's
The litte runner that could, Meseret Mengsitu cruised her way to victory on the World's Fastest 8k course, this past Saturday night. Congratulations to Meseret and teammate Tadese Tola, who finished 3rd overall, in the Men's field. Great job to everyone who ran in Crazy 8's and especially to these two tremendous athletes.
7.6.2009
Bekele Shines in GoldenLeague
Great Run in Golden League in Oslo by Mekdes Bekele, finishing 3rd in a time of 9:28. This is her Personal Best for the year. Congratulations to Mekdes
7.6.2009
Meseret Mengsitu has big day in Peachtree
In her road running debut, Meseret ran to a Personal Best of 31:31 and a second place finish, in the 40th annual ATC Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta, GA. Congratulations to Meseret.
7.6.2009
Jackson Kivuna set new Personal Best in Spain
Jackson Kivuna lit the city of Madrid on fire this past week with a stellar performance in the 800m, at the IAAF Grand Prix,in Spain setting his new Personal Best at 1:44.86. Only to out due himself, Kivuna followed up this tremendous performance in Spain, with a win the following day in Metz, France.
7.3.2009
Mary Wacera Victorious in Velenje
Mary Wacera claims victory in 3,000m at the 14th International Athletic Meeting in Velenje, Slovenia.
7.3.2009
Tola Going For Record at Crazy 8s
Tadesa Tola did it in Manhatten. Now he wants to do it again in Kingsport. Tola, the 21-year old Ethiopian took down the Central Park course record in impressive style earlier this year, running 27:48 at the Healthy Kidney 10K. He now has his eyes set on the 8K world record at the Indian Path Medical Center & SunTrust Bank Crazy 8s 8K Run in Kingsport on July 11th.
“Tola is going after the record, and I think he is ready for it,” said his agent Hussein Makke in an email to Crazy 8s organizers. “He had a very good month of training. If the weather cooperates, and if the pacemakers do their job, his chances are better than 90%.”
Tola, like so many before him, will be chasing Peter Githuka’s 22:03 world mark set in Kingsport in 1996. If he wins the race and breaks the record he will not only collect the Gastroenterology Associates $5000 Dash For The Gold, but also The Regional Eye Center $10,000 World Record Bonus.
“It’s going to be exciting,” said Elite Athlete Recruiter Hank Brown. “If we can get some cool weather like we’ve had the past few days, I’d say the record will be in serious jeopardy.”
Tola’s credentials would certainly suggest that he is well within range of Githuka’s record. In addition to his sparkling Central Park performance, he has run 27:04 on the track, and represented Ethiopia in the World Championships in Osaka, Japan. He won the very prestigious Falmouth Road Race in 2008, and finished 2nd at the Bolder Boulder 10K earlier this year.
Challenging Tola is a familiar face to Kingsport. Karim Elmabchour of Morocco will be making his 4th straight appearance on the world famous figure-8 course. He finished 3rd in 2006, 2nd in 2007 (22:26), and 5th last year. He knows the course, and is always tough at the end.
“Yeah, we never talk about Karim much,” said Brown. “But you look up, and there he is entering the stadium with the leaders. This might be his year.”
For more information, or to sign up for one of the Crazy 8s events, visit www.crazy8s.org Crazy 8s events include the Crazy 8s 8K Run, Neil’s Walk, the Little 8s Youth Runs, the Crazy Mile, High School Mile, and the K-8s Dog Walk,
Sponsors are Indian Path Medical Center, SunTrust Bank, The Regional Eye Center, Cardiovascular Associates, Gastroenterology Associates, McDonald’s of Greater Kingsport, Holston Medical Group, Lively State Farm, Eastman Credit Union, Reebok, United Way of Greater Kingsport, REACH, Foot Rx, Bill Gatton Honda, Food City, Culligan, Charter Media, Charter Communications, Oak Hill Cemetery, Citadel Broadcasting, and Dashboard Audio.
VIP Sponsors are Kingsport Veterinary Hospital, Jon Mather Dentist, Mountain Region Family Medicine, UBS Financial Services, Hope Haven, and First Bank and Trust.
Crazy 8s is managed by We Run Events.
Press Release By: Hank Brown, Race Direcrtor, Crazy 8's 2009
7.2.2009
Selim Bayrak Takes Bronze in The Mediterranean Games
The 2009 Mediterranean Games in Pescara, Italy, or "The Lesser-known Olympic Games" if you will; became the platform for which Selim Bayrak showed off his strong running ability. This year Selim put on a great show with a tremendous third place effort, gaining for himself a Bronze Medal, in the 10,000m.
7.1.2009
Assefa's Stunning Victory in Lille
Meskerem Assefa, in her 3,000m debut, stuns the crowd in Lille, France. She won her first 3,000m race in a time of 8:46.37, setting her own new personal best for this distance. Congradulations Assefa.
7.1.2009
Deriba Merga: Eyes Locked on Gold Medel in Berlin
Deriba Merga is ready to stand at the top of the podium in Berlin this year. After being named to the Ethiopian Marathon team for the World Championships, Merga has been focused on coming home to Ethiopia with nothing less than a gold medal in his hand. He is ready to run the best Marathon time yet this year, and make his homeland proud. Best of Luck to Deriba Merga in his gold medal quest, this year in Berlin.
6.29.2009
Highlights of the Week: Kivuna, Tola and Cherono
Jackson Kivuna, set the Kenyan countryside of fire this past week with a strong second place finish in the Kenyan National Championships in Nairobi, World Junior Champion Mercy Cherono, wins at Kenyan National Championships in a tremendous solo effort running a time of 15:46(a). Tadese Tola, the current Central Park Course Record Holder will run his 8k debut, with his mind set on a World Record in Kingsport, Tennesee at Crazy 8's on July 11th.
6.22.2009
Three of ESMI's top Marathoners, chosen to represent Ethiopia, in the World Championships in Berlin in Marathon.
Dire Tune, Teyba Erkesso, Astede Baysa all were chosen to lead the very top-notch Ethiopian Marathon team to try to top the World in Berlin. These three ladies are the very best that ESMI has to offer and will be very hard to beat in the Championships this year.
6.15.2009
Two for Tune? Chasing her own One Hour World record and the 20,000m standard
Last year the meeting began with Dire Tune picking up where Haile Gebrselassie left off the year before, with a successful assault on the World record in the One Hour Run. The 24-year-old covered 18,517m in 60 minutes, adding 177m to the previous record of 18,340m set by Tegla Loroupe 10 years earlier. Tune returns this year to add to that mark, but will also forge onwards in an effort to take another of Loroupe’s records, the fabled Kenyan’s 20,000m mark of 1:05:26.6 set in 2000. Three pacesetters will assist in the bid which begins at 16:20 local time, an hour and a half prior to the main programme.
Courtesy of IAAF.org
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