Stephenson and Benson Win BVI 10K
Mark Stephenson and Erica Benson have been crowned champions of the British Virgin Islands 10K Series following the final race of the season. The event took place at Paraquita Bay and brought together nearly 180 runners across multiple race divisions.
Mark Stephenson and Erica Benson were officially crowned champions of the British Virgin Islands 10K Series following the conclusion of the road racing circuit on Saturday in Tortola. The final leg of the competition featured a challenging three-lap course staged across the campus of the H.
Lavity Stoutt Community College in Paraquita Bay. Stephenson secured the men's overall title with a commanding performance, while Benson captured the women's championship after demonstrating remarkable consistency throughout the series. The season finale proved to be a vibrant gathering for the territory's running community, drawing a combined total of 178 participants.
The event combined the 10K championship with the long-running College Classic one-mile and two-mile races, as well as the Olympic Day Run, encouraging athletes of various experience levels to take part. Community road running events remain an integral part of the athletic landscape in the British Virgin Islands, fostering fitness, healthy competition, and youth participation.
The multi-race format at the college campus offered a platform for both seasoned distance runners and young aspiring athletes to test their endurance. Organizers expressed satisfaction with the strong turnout and commended all participants for their dedication over the course of the racing season.
Following the successful conclusion of the series, local runners will now shift their focus toward upcoming road running fixtures and regional competitions scheduled across the Virgin Islands.
Primary source: Virgin Islands Daily News (Website)