The Statesman Cap10K, One Of The Country’s Largest 10Ks, Is Back And Ready For A Big Crowd

AUSTIN—The return of the 48th annual Statesman Cap10K, the city’s oldest road race, will bring nearly 20,000 runners into the Texas state Capitol on April 6 for a trek over 10,000 meters. 

Few races in the state offer history and scenic beauty like the Cap10K, and that’s a major reason why it has become a signature event and rite of passage for runners in Central Texas. In 2024, it was one of the biggest 10Ks in the United States, with a total of 16,170 finishers. 

The 2025 installment could play witness to one of the biggest fields of recent years. 

The largest turnout in the race’s history took place in 1987 when a total of 28,341 runners lined the streets in Austin–despite 33 degree temperatures. In 1978, just over 5,500 runners ran the course for the first time.

A year ago, 32-year-old Park Stinson won the men’s elite race in 30 minutes and 25 seconds, while 37-year-old Allie Kieffer captured the women’s field in 34:37. This year’s elite fields will feature some incredible talent, including a return to the race for Kieffer. 

Corporations, non-profits, military personnel and first responders join the race annually, while local elementary, middle and high schools are also regulars. Below are some facts and figures heading into this year’s event. 

When Is The Statesman Cap10K: 

The Austin Statesman Cap10K, an annual 10,000 meter run in Austin, Texas which began in 1978, will take place on April 6, 2025. The event begins on Congress Avenue and will finish at Auditorium Shores.

“Running that big downhill on 15th street past House Park,” two-time winner Allison Mendez told the Austin American-Statesman recently, “allow yourself to let loose and let gravity do some of the work.” 

When Is The Cap10K Health And Fitness Expo? 

The Austin Statesman Cap10K will host its annual health and fitness expo on Friday, April 4, from 12:00 p.m. CST to 7:00 p.m. at the Palmer Events Center. It will follow on Saturday, April 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Runners can pick up their race packets, t-shirts and race bibs during this time. 

Multiple-Time Cap10K Women’s Winners: 

Allison Mendez, 2015-2016

Desiree Ficker, 2008-2010

Albina Gallyamova, 2006-2007, 2001-02

Carmen Troncoso, 2003-04

Cassandra Henkiel, 1999, 2005, 1994-95

Vickie Smith, 1987, 1989

Austin, Texas is home to the 48th annual Statesman 10K road race, one of the nation’s largest running events. Credit: Austin American-Statesman

Multiple-Time Cap10K Men’s Winners: 

Scott MacPherson, 2011-12, 2014

Len Sitko, 1997-98

Sam Sitonik, 1984-1985

Stann Vernon, 1981-82

Statesman Cap10K Women’s Champions Since 2000:

2024: Allie Kieffer, 34:31

2023: Gabriela DeLeon, 34:39

2022: Anna West, 34:39

2018: Rachel Baptista: 34:06

2017: Jennifer Hall: 36:46

2016: Allison Mendez, 36:03

2015: Allison Mendez, 35:01

2014: Chris Kimbrough, 35:36

2013: Betzy Jimenez, 35:27

2012: Kara June, 35:02

2011: Allison Macsas, 34:52

2010: Desiree Ficker, 35:36

2009: Desiree Ficker, 34:56

2008: Desiree Ficker, 35:45

2007: Albina Gallyamova, 34:24

2006: Albina Gallyamova, 34:24

2005: Cassandra Henkiel, 35:27

2004: Carmen Troncoso, 34:38

2003: Carmen Troncoso, 34:38

2002: Albina Gallyamova, 34:53

2001: Albina Gallyamova, 34:57

2000: Jennifer McNutt, 37:37

Statesman Cap10K Men’s Champions Since 2000:

2024: Parker Stinson, 30:25

2023: Mitch Ammons, 30:24

2022: David Fuentes, 30:35

2018: Joseph Stillin, 30:03

2017: Andrew Colley, 30:30

2016: Austin Bussing, 30:48

2015: Erik Stanley, 31:01

2014: Scott MacPherson, 29:36

2013: Eric ChirChir, 29:24

2012: Scott MacPherson, 29:51

2011: Scott MacPherson, 29:58

2010: Keith Pierce, 30:33

2009: Darren Brown, 30:26

2008: Cele Rodriguez, 31:03

2007: Nicodemus Malakwen, 29:42

2006: Jacob Rotich, 32:03

2005: Bernard Manirakiza, 30:06

2004: Jean-Marie Ndikumana, 31:55

2003: Adam Dailey, 30:26

2002: Gilbert Tuhabonye, 31:47

2001: Delmir Dos Antos, 30:26

2000: James Menze, 31:51