This is the longest running race in Collier County started by CCPS running coach and teacher, Mark McGarity. Unfortunately, Mark passed away in the summer of 2021, but his legacy continues with GCR continuing to stage his much beloved Marco Hill Run.
Race T-Shirt to all participants. Finisher Ribbons to all finishers.
Awards
3 deep age group awards
(14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39. 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+)
Prices: Students (21 & Under): $20
Adults: By 12/11 $40
12/12 - 12/18 $45
Race Day $50
Packet Pick-Up: Race Day starting at 6:45 AM
Race Start: 8:00 AM
Water Stops: Just after mile 1 and before mile 4.
Dec 19, 2026
Distance — 8K
Type — Running
08:00
$40.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Marco Island.
Learn more about the host city, Marco Island.
Marco Island is an island city in Southwest Florida at the edge of the Everglades. Popular with vacationers for its beautiful beaches and small-town appeal, Marco Island doesn't offer many attractions, but those looking for relaxation and recreation will find plenty to enjoy.
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Watch highlights and course previews from previous years.
Official finishing times from previous editions of Coach McGarity 5 Mile Hill Run.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Jesse Armbruster | 28:17.4 | |
| 🥈 | Dan Hibbers | 28:43.1 | |
| 🥉 | Wilho Hautala | 29:04 | |
| 4 | Rebecca Murray | 29:08.4 | |
| 5 | Alex Saputo | 30:52.9 | |
| 6 | Kip Kinn | 30:58.3 | |
| 7 | Reid Noch | 31:14 | |
| 8 | Darren Robertshaw | 31:29.8 | |
| 9 | Andrew Will | 31:35.1 | |
| 10 | Justin Hayes | 31:56.2 | |
| 11 | Carlos Garcia | 32:07.1 | |
| 12 | MATTHEW CEVALLOS | 32:15 | |
| 13 | W. Hautala | 32:33.3 | |
| 14 | Lauren Sykora | 32:36.9 | |
| 15 | Amalio Colon | 32:45.5 | |
| 16 | Jordan McKnight | 33:24.3 | |
| 17 | David Browne | 33:39.7 | |
| 18 | Greg Gabriel | 33:47.9 | |
| 19 | Larry Black | 34:01 | |
| 20 | Paul Strong | 34:15.6 | |
| 21 | Ted Blankenship | 34:15 | |
| 22 | Patrick Gabriel | 34:18.8 | |
| 23 | Brian Hilbers | 34:32.4 | |
| 24 | Michael Horn | 34:44.6 | |
| 25 | Helen Ibbotson | 34:56.4 | |
| 26 | Darren Mathis | 34:59.9 | |
| 27 | Brad Plaster | 35:16.1 | |
| 28 | Chuck Moseley | 35:24.4 | |
| 29 | Noah Evans | 35:27.9 | |
| 30 | Steven Balk | 35:31 | |
| 31 | Thomas Will | 35:32.9 | |
| 32 | Kim Baker | 35:38.9 | |
| 33 | Troy McCallister | 36:01.9 | |
| 34 | Wyatt MacAlister | 36:11 | |
| 35 | Stacy Robertshaw | 36:16.4 | |
| 36 | Edgar Valdez | 36:20.7 | |
| 37 | Paul Grisko | 36:19.9 | |
| 38 | Scott Hicks | 36:21.6 | |
| 39 | Tad Fabian | 36:22.8 | |
| 40 | Sari Hautala | 36:24 | |
| 41 | Kim Errigo | 36:31.7 | |
| 42 | Gage Wheeler | 36:39.2 | |
| 43 | Patrick Lane | — | |
| 44 | Glenn Guadi | 36:46 | |
| 45 | Ciro Crespo | 36:49.6 | |
| 46 | Robert Dietz | 36:57.1 | |
| 47 | David Kochendorfer | 36:59.2 | |
| 48 | Lou Marjon | — | |
| 49 | Adam Meistrell | 36:58.9 | |
| 50 | Maura Rose Poling | 37:00.7 |
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