Moncada Race - Angelo Moncada Memorial

The race that unites Ispica and Pozzallo

The Moncada Race - Angelo Moncada Memorial is an 11 km road race held in the territories of Ispica and Pozzallo, in the province of Ragusa, at the south-eastern tip of Sicily. It is not a standalone event; it was created as a 'sister' race within the major sporting day of the Mezza Maratona delle Due Province, an event that every spring ideally connects the provinces of Syracuse and Ragusa through the towns of Rosolini, Ispica, and Pozzallo.

A fast course towards the sea

The Moncada Race starts at Piazzale della Moncada, in Contrada Scavuzzo, Ispica. From here, athletes join a section of the half-marathon route, running through the Ispica countryside among citrus and almond groves until reaching the finish line on the Pozzallo seafront. Organizers describe the course as fast and accessible, yet fully certified and part of the official event: the ideal choice for those who want to experience the atmosphere of a major competition without tackling the full 21.097 km distance.

Sport and remembrance

The race is dedicated to the memory of Angelo Moncada and runs alongside the Piero Assenza Memorial, which gives its name to the half-marathon. The event is organized by A.S.D. Pietro Guarino Rosolini with the patronage of the involved municipalities, and is a valid stage of the regional 'Mare e Monti' Half-Marathon Grand Prix, representing one of the first seasonal tests. Beyond the competition, the day offers services designed for athletes: refreshment points along the route, medical assistance, chip timing, race packs, bag storage, and a free shuttle service for the return to the starting locations.

An event that engages the territory

The Moncada Race appeals to both competitive runners and amateurs alike: the shorter distance encourages wider participation, drawing a large number of running enthusiasts from south-eastern Sicily and beyond. Running between Ispica and Pozzallo means traversing a corner of Baroque and maritime Sicily, in one of the most evocative areas of the UNESCO-listed Val di Noto. For Ispica, a town in the Ragusa area famous for its Cava and late-Baroque architecture, the event is also an opportunity to promote the region within the regional running calendar.