Dick Lytie Classic

🏃‍♂️ Dick Lytie Classic

The Dick Lytie will take place on Saturday, March 22nd 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 - 44 years ago.

Mighty Lytie Challenge:

• Overview: The "Mighty Lytie Challenge" is the challenge to complete all three event distances in one week.
• Participation: Participants must compete in the half marathon distance on race day but then have the week leading up to the event (starting March 15) to complete the other two distances.
• Route Options: Those distances can be completed on any route or the actual course routes. Your choice!
• Swag: In addition to the Dick Lytie t-shirt, Mighty Lytie participants will also receive additional GBRC swag which could include running hats, socks, gloves, bondi bands, and cinch bags.

Registration Information:

• Guarantee: Register by March 9th to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
• Early Bird: Early bird registration will run through December 31, 2024 so make sure to register early!
• Discount: Register on Friday, November 29th ONLY and receive $3 off!
• Proceeds: Proceeds from the race will go toward the Green Bay Running Club Kid's Running Program.

Additional Information:

• Scholarships: We award scholarships to high school senior cross country and track and field athletes.
• Shoe Closet: We also support the Green Bay Shoe Closet which provides proper running shoes for athletes in need.
• Race Updates: Check the Dick Lytie Classic website and Facebook Page for race updates.
• Contact: If you have any questions, please contact us at DickLytieClassic@gmail.com.

📜 Dick Lytie History

Background: Dick Lytie was a devoted runner and run promoter in the Green Bay area. Like many runners in the 70s, he ran for the simple joy of running. Dick owned and operated the first running store in the Green Bay area, The Jogger’s Joynt.

Inaugural Event: In 1981, Dick organized the inaugural Dick Lytie Spring Classic to give folks the opportunity to run together and compete. It was a modest event with only two water stops provided and was traditionally known for having bad weather.

Legacy: After Dick's death in 1996, the race was taken over by Deb and Mark Ernst, who kept the race with the same quirks as Dick did, donating any money raised to a local charity.

Community Honor: The Green Bay Running Club took over this historic race in 2018 to honor the lives of Dick Lytie and Deb Ernst, including a 3 mile, 15K, and a half marathon course which utilizes much of the original route that were part of the run for many years.