Racing With New York Harriers

Approach to Races

The Harriers pride ourselves on being one of the most competitive teams in NYC. In a community of over 200 running clubs, the New York Harriers are recognized as fierce competitors in the racing scene. We annually compete in the NYRR Club Points series. In 2023 our team competed in the A Division, placing 7th in Open Women’s, 10th in Open Men’s and 7th in Master’s Men. 

Additionally, our members vie for points in our intra-team competition, the Runner of the Year series, with coveted annual awards that are determined by participation and excellence in selected races.

2024 NYH Runner of the Year Races

Washington Heights 5K | March 3

NYCRuns Spring Fling 5K & 10K | April 6

RBC Brooklyn Half | May 18

Queens 10K | June 15

LGBT Pride Run 4M | June 29

Harrier Mile + Donut Relay | July 13 (tentative)

Team Champs | July 28

Harlem 5K | August 10

New Balance Fifth Avenue Mile | September 8

Bronx 10 Mile | September 22

Dash to the Finish 5K | November 2

TCS New York City Marathon | November 3

2024 NYRR Club Points Races

Washington Heights 5K | March 5

United Airlines NYC Half | March 17

RBC Brooklyn Half | May 18

Queens 10K | June 15

Team Champs | July 28

Harlem 5K | August 10

New Balance Fifth Avenue Mile | September 8

Bronx 10 Mile | September 22

Staten Island Half | October 13

TCS New York City Marathon | November 3

Ted Corbitt 15K | December 2

Team Awards

The New York Harrier intra-team competition recognizes the accomplishments of our teammates who have pushed themselves and served as model teammates, exemplifying the Harrier spirit. Our annual awards include:

 

  • Awarded to the overall top runners in open, masters, and age-group divisions. Determined by a points system that is based on participation, race placement, and performance within your age group at races in the NYH Runner of the Year race series. You must have completed a minimum of 5 NYH Runner of the Year races to be considered for these awards.

  • Awarded to runners who have participated in at least 7 team NYH Runner of the Year races and have earned 90 points during the year.

  • Recognizes a model teammate who inspires other runners and actively contributes to the team.

  • Recognizes the most improved runner of the year as determined by coaches impression of effort, enthusiasm, and performance.

  • Awarded to a Harriers in their first racing season who has made significant contributions to the team in social, racing, or cultural capacities.

 

Team Records

New York Harriers have been racing since 1988, and our records show a history of exceptional performance. Take a look at the race results of members past and present below!