Starting at the University of Nebraska campus, the course offered a scenic route through downtown and local neighborhoods, finishing outside the iconic University of Nebraska Lincoln Memorial Stadium. Roughly 4,500 participants ran the half marathon, and 1,050 completed the full marathon, which included the National Guard Marathon Team Trials. There were participants from 48 states, 2 US Territories, and 7 countries.
Race Setup and Technology
The event was timed using MYLAPS BibTag technology, providing reliable and accurate results from start to finish. The timing setup included 12 BibTag Smart Decoders and 2 BibTag Portable Decoders, with multiple split points along the course. Live tracking and real-time updates were delivered through the Tracx EventApp, MTEC Results, and OnlineRaceResults.com, offering a seamless and engaging experience for athletes, spectators, and organizers.
BibTag technology – the standard in sports timing
Since inventing automatic sports timing in 1982, MYLAPS has been at the forefront of innovation, powering races from the Olympics and major marathons to local races. BibTag technology is the industry standard for mass running events, offering affordable chips with the highest read-rates.
With the successful deployment of BibTag technology, the Lincoln Marathon stands alongside other prestigious international races that trust MYLAPS for accurate and reliable timing. In 2025, BibTag will be used at four of the seven Abbott World Marathon Majors, Tokyo, Boston, Chicago, and Sydney, reinforcing its reputation as the gold standard in race timing technology.
Long-Time Partner: Precision Race Results
Timing services were expertly delivered by MYLAPS partner Precision Race Results, led by Alan Higley. Alan is a respected figure in the timing community, known for his experience and willingness to support events of all sizes.
Founded in 1998, Precision Race Results is Nebraska’s first and largest locally owned timing company. Based in the Omaha and Lincoln area, the company has grown to support races throughout the Midwest and across the United States. Their team has provided equipment, staffing, and technical assistance for some of the nation’s most high-profile events, including the Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Houston Marathons, the Shamrock Shuffle in Chicago, and the Boston Athletic Association Half Marathon.
Alan Higley of Precision Race Results shared his appreciation after working alongside a group of experienced timers at these iconic races:
“I couldn’t have done this without the amazing team—Dave and Jill Hattan, Laurie Schlitt, Tom Whitaker, Glenn Troudt, Clay McPeak, Eric Gift, John Magnuson, and Michael Dorazil from MYLAPS, as well as Dan Bloedorn (Tracx) and Max Vogel and Carl Magnuson (MTEC) for the technical support before and during the race, and of course a host of dedicated volunteers. But most of all, my wife Robin—she keeps me sane and supports my craziness!"
On a local level, Precision Race Results is the official timing partner for numerous running organizations and series, including the Omaha Running Club, Lincoln Track Club, Born & Raced in Nebraska (BRIN) Running Series, Papillion Race Series, Nebraska Sports Council Events, Peak Performance Running Stores, and The Lincoln Running Company. Committed to delivering the highest level of service, the company uses MYLAPS timing technology exclusively.
