Ben Ruthe
Ben Ruthe is the father of Sam Ruthe, the youngest four-minute mile runner, and a former national record holder in middle-distance running. He has played a crucial role in supporting his son’s athletic journey, emphasizing the importance of balance between high-level competition and a typical high school life. Ben's background in athletics, alongside his wife Jess, who also has a history in competitive running, has fostered a supportive environment for Sam, allowing him to excel and break multiple records at a young age.
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Ben Ruthe is Sam's father and has won the Auckland marathon.
‘I think I could run even faster’: the NZ teenager shattering athletics records | New Zealand
United Kingdom· 2026-03-06
Ben Ruthe is Sam Ruthe's father who mentioned considering options for Sam's upcoming races.
Sam Ruthe seventh at Sound Invite as teen chases Commonwealth Games qualifying time
New Zealand· 2026-02-15
Ben Ruthe is Sam Ruthe's father who mentioned considering options for Sam's upcoming races.
Sam Ruthe seventh at Sound Invite as teen chases Commonwealth Games qualifying timeNew Zealand· 2026-02-15Ben Ruthe is Sam's father and an under-20 national record-holder over 800m and 1000m.
The baby who was born to run: Kiwi teen track star Sam Ruthe on his astonishing achievements and fleet-footed familyNew Zealand· 2026-02-13
Ben Ruthe said, when asked if competing at Glasgow in July was on the cards.
Athletics marvel Sam Ruthe destined for black-singlet glory – EditorialNew Zealand· 2026-02-09
Ruthe must achieve at least the A standard once again before May 3 to be selected among the 18 spots Athletics New Zealand has been given.
Sam Ruthe’s New Zealand mile record puts him in mix for Commonwealth Games debutNew Zealand· 2026-02-01
Ben Ruthe said Prendergast was Paul’s greatest success and that Paul created great men.
Beloved ex-Wellington College teacher and athletics coach Neville Paul diesNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
Ben Ruthe is proud of his son's achievements and describes him as a disciplined kid.
Sam Ruthe, 15, has already run a four-minute mile. He would ‘love to try and qualify’ for the 2028 Olympics
United States· 2025-03-29
Ben Ruthe is the father of Sam Ruthe and a former national record holder over 800 and 1000m.
Sam Ruthe: Youngest four-minute mile runner eyes balance and next big event after breaking world recordNew Zealand· 2025-03-20
Ben Ruthe is a former national record holder over 800m and 1000m.
World record-breaking Tauranga runner Sam Ruthe full of potential, says coachNew Zealand· 2025-03-20
Ben Ruthe is Sam's father and a former national record holder over 800 and 1000m.
Sam Ruthe: Youngest four-minute mile runner eyes balance and next big event after breaking world recordNew Zealand· 2025-03-19