53rd Forks XV Delivers Another Strong Day of Racing in Chenango Forks

The Forks XV is one of those races that always feels bigger than the clock. It is a certified 15K with history, hills, and a field that usually mixes front-of-pack speed with tough local grit. On Sunday, March 29, 2026, runners returned to Chenango Forks for the 53rd running of the event, and this year’s edition delivered another strong chapter in a race that has been part of the local scene since 1973.

The overall men’s race was won by Andrew Cloke of Horseheads in 50:26.33, while Jennifer Boerrer was the first female across the line in 1:01:28.10. From the front of the field to the age-group battles deeper in the results, Forks XV once again showed why it remains one of the area’s most respected spring road races.

2026 Forks XV Overall Results

Cloke set the tone early and backed it up over the full 15K distance, averaging a sharp 5:25 per mile on a course known for making runners earn every fast split. Benjamin Snodgrass of Endicott finished second in 51:36.40, and Alex Craver took third in 57:20.19. That gave the race a clear lead pack and a strong overall podium to headline the morning.

On the women’s side, Boerrer’s 1:01:28.10 was good for sixth overall and the top female finish. Emily Gunther followed in 1:03:54.32, while Shelby Fisher rounded out the top three women in 1:04:41.37. Samantha Snead also cracked the overall top 10 with a strong 1:05:40.40.

• 1st Overall Male: Andrew Cloke — 50:26.33
• 2nd Overall Male: Benjamin Snodgrass — 51:36.40
• 3rd Overall Male: Alex Craver — 57:20.19
• 1st Overall Female: Jennifer Boerrer — 1:01:28.10
• 2nd Overall Female: Emily Gunther — 1:03:54.32
• 3rd Overall Female: Shelby Fisher — 1:04:41.37

Depth Across the Field

What stood out beyond the winners was the depth of the race. Thomas Cummings ran 58:56.40 for fourth overall, and Eric Repp took fifth in 1:01:25.97. The top 10 also featured Nathan Crews, Lauren Castellucci, and Samantha Snead, keeping the front half of the race competitive across both men’s and women’s fields.

The official overall list extended through 90 finishers, which speaks to the staying power of this event and the consistent support it gets from runners who appreciate a classic, challenging spring 15K.

Age Group Winners from the 53rd Running of the Forks XV

Forks XV is not only about the overall podium. It is also a race where age-group performances matter, and 2026 had strong winners across the board.

• Male 19 & Under: Matthew Wembacker — 1:26:31.69
• Male 20-29: Eric Repp — 1:01:25.97
• Male 30-39: Benjamin Snodgrass — 51:36.40
• Male 40-49: Andrew Cloke — 50:26.33
• Male 50-59: Eric Symons — 1:07:44.84
• Male 60-69: Michael Olson — 1:08:22.14
• Male 70+: Timothy Blauvelt — 1:21:18.31
• Female 20-29: Anna Lavrinovich — 1:11:25.93
• Female 30-39: Emily Gunther — 1:03:54.32
• Female 40-49: Jennifer Boerrer — 1:01:28.10
• Female 50-59: Lydia Dillon — 1:10:46.00
• Female 60-69: Victoria Castellucci — 1:20:49.04

Early Start Highlights

The early-start division remains a useful option for runners who want to take on the distance and the course with a little extra margin. This year’s early-start results showed strong efforts from Morgan Storm in 1:27:53.22, Shanna Treadwell in 1:29:35.09, and Meredith Scott in 1:33:30.76. That added another layer of participation and gave more runners a chance to be part of one of the area’s signature road races.

A Classic 15K That Still Matters

There is something refreshing about a race that does not need to reinvent itself every year. The Forks XV stays relevant because it offers something that serious runners still value: a certified distance, a demanding but fair course, and a local running community that shows up ready to compete.

With the race dating back to 1973 and still drawing strong local fields, the 53rd running showed that this event continues to hold its place on the spring calendar. It is a race where fast runners can test themselves, age-group athletes can chase meaningful results, and the broader community can share in a piece of regional running tradition.

Standout Names to Feature in Race Photos and Social Posts

If you are building out race coverage, results graphics, photo captions, or social content, these are some of the top names worth highlighting from the 2026 Forks XV:

• Andrew Cloke — overall winner, 50:26.33
• Jennifer Boerrer — top female, 1:01:28.10
• Benjamin Snodgrass — second overall, 51:36.40
• Alex Craver — third overall, 57:20.19
• Emily Gunther — second female, 1:03:54.32
• Shelby Fisher — third female, 1:04:41.37
• Eric Repp — male 20-29 winner, 1:01:25.97
• Lydia Dillon — female 50-59 winner, 1:10:46.00
• Michael Olson — male 60-69 winner, 1:08:22.14
• Victoria Castellucci — female 60-69 winner, 1:20:49.04
• Morgan Storm — early-start standout, 1:27:53.22
• Timothy Blauvelt — male 70+ winner, 1:21:18.31

Closing Thought

The Forks XV continues to be exactly the kind of race the local running scene needs: competitive, honest, historic, and deeply rooted in community. Congratulations to all who raced, volunteered, and helped carry the tradition forward for another year in Chenango Forks.