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Houston Masters Sports Association
HMSA is an established running club that welcomes and encourages
runners of all ages and abilities. Spanning the spectrum, our
membership roster includes average as well as elite runners, but we all
share an energetic enthusiasm for the sport and choose to be active and
involved in the Houston-area running scene.
Houston Masters: In the Beginning
In
the summer of 1974 a 40-year-old master runner traveled from Houston to
Eugene, Oregon to participate in the first U.S. Masters Track &
Field Championships. His enthusiasm for Masters' running prompted him
to form the Houston Masters Sports Association. Originally a small
group of runners dedicated to promoting an active lifestyle for 40+
athletes, the club eventually grew to include athletes of all ages.
And, just as with the original Masters group, today's club members are
dynamic, active and innovative in the running community.
You'll find loads of benefits when you become an HMSA member:
Low-Low Yearly Dues: $15 single and $20 family will buy all this for you! It's an incredible deal!
Entry-Fee Reimbursement: HMSA
members are reimbursed for entry fees paid for the HARRA Fall and
Spring series of runs, including the Marathon Warm-Up Series and the
Houston Marathon. You’ll find more information in the Reimbursement
Policy.
Social Events Throughout the Year
- Our club banquet each spring provides an opportunity for recognition of the club's individual members.
- The annual summer
pancake breakfast at Memorial Park is a great time to bring the
families together! It's also the scene of HMSA's unique Ugly and Pretty
Feet Contest - an event you just can't miss.
- At the HMSA
Holiday party in December we reward club members and non-members who
volunteered in the production of the 25K race.
Monthly Newsletter
Keep up with the local running scene with the monthly HMSA newsletter.
Full of news, information and advice, the newsletter has been a
must-read among Houston runners for more than 35 years.
Race Management
You can help HMSA manage and sponsor the annual club run, the Texas Metric Marathon, part of the
Marathon Warm-Up Series. Gain experience in all areas of race
production. This event serves as the club's main fundraiser.
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