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Matt Lorenz wins Fifth Season 8K, Lucy Conroy claims women's title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 12:52 AM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Matt Lorenz wins Fifth Season 8K, Lucy Conroy claims women's title
Summary

Matt Lorenz secured victory at the Fifth Season 8K in Cedar Rapids on July 4, finishing in 24:26 to top a competitive field. This win adds to his earlier success in the Cedar Rapids Marathon on June 7, where he clocked 2:30:55. Lucy Conroy, a former Northern Iowa runner, won the women's division with a time of 29:28, edging Gabby Skopec by 15 seconds. The race featured notable performances from several Iowa athletes, including Ean Caskey, the top masters finisher. Lorenz continues to build on his strong 2026 racing season ahead of the upcoming USATF Outdoor Championships.

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  • •Lorenz finished first in the Fifth Season 8K with a time of 24:26.
  • •Lucy Conroy won the women's race, clocking 29:28.
  • •Ean Caskey was the top masters finisher in the men's 8K.
  • •Lorenz previously won the Cedar Rapids Marathon on June 7.
  • •The USATF Outdoor Championships are scheduled for later this month.
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  • 12:52 AMYahoo Sports — Mile posts: Items on Matt Lorenz, Lucy Conroy, Shelby Houlihan, Tyler Lance, Danna Herrick, Joe Langridge
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Lorenz won the inaugural Cedar Rapids Marathon on June 7 in 2:30:55 on a wet day.

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