Dick Lytie Classic

Dick Lytie Classic The Dick Lytie will take place on Saturday, March 21st with a 3 mile, 15k, and half marathon distance! We are so excited to carry on this long standing tradition of the race established In 1981 - 45 years ago. The "Mighty Lytie Challenge" is the challenge to complete all three event distances in one week. How it will work, is participated must compete in the half marathon distance on race day but then will have the week leading up to the event (starting March 14) to complete the other two distances. Those distances can be completed on any route or the actual course routes. Your choice! In addition to the Dick Lytie t-shirt, Mighty Lytie participants will also receive additional GBRC swag which could include running hat, socks, gloves, bondi bands and cinch bags. Register by March 1st to be guaranteed a t-shirt . Early bird registration will run through December 31, 2025 so make sure to register early! Register on Friday, November 28th ONLY and receive $3 off! Proceeds from the race will go toward the Green Bay Running Club Kid's Running Program . Through this program we award scholarships to high school senior cross country and track and field athletes. We also support the Green Bay Shoe Closet which provides proper running shoes for athletes in need. Check the Dick Lytie Classic website and Facebook Page for race updates. If you have any questions please contact us at DickLytieClassic@gmail.com . We are looking for volunteers! Sign up to VOLUNTEER HERE! DICK LYTIE HISTORY: Dick Lytie was a devoted runner and run promoter in the Green Bay area. Like many runners in the 70ś, he ran for the simple joy of running. Dick owned and operate the first running store in the Green Bay area, The Joggerś Joynt which was located on the East side of town on the corner of East Mason and Main Street. He helped organize many of the locale races through the store and began Wednesday fun runs held at Ashwaubenon High School. In 1981, Dick organized th