September 24-25
October 9-10
November 13

Registration Opens Dec. 1
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Saturday, March 27, 2010

Registration is now open!


Enjoy the rockin’ music and imaginative cheers from the Spirit Groups along the scenic, tree-lined medians. Soak in the cheers from thousands of partying spectators. Celebrate people watching at its best as costumed runners and walkers mingle among the 35,000 participants. Then join the awesome post race party in Monroe Park.

It’s all part of the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k, named one of the best running races in the country by USA Today!

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Program begins in mid-January

The Fit For Life Kids Challenge is a free incentive-based fitness program for elementary school-aged children. The program will encourage youth to run 26 miles over the course of a 10-week period. Details.
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Make a contribution today!
Your support of the Sports Backers will help us to continue to bring exciting events to the Richmond area, enhance area athletic facilities and aid at-risk youth. All you need to do to contribute is use our online form. Details.



Volunteer for one of our events!
Volunteers are the backbone of the Sports Backers. With the help of thousands of volunteers, the Sports Backers are able to host successful events such as the SunTrust Richmond Marathon, the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k and the James River Adventure Games year after year. Volunteering at our events can provide your group or organization with community service hours. Details.
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National Duathlon Festival
April 25-26

Featuring On-road & Off-road events

Whether you’re a hard-core competitor or a first-time duathlete, there is something for everyone at the 2009 National Duathlon Festival! Historic downtown Richmond plays host to all things duathlon. All of the events are open to everyone with no qualifying required!. Details at www.duathlonnationals.com.
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February 18
Richmond Marriott

“Save Our Kids: The Obesity Crisis Conference,” will challenge individuals, community organizations, and governments to begin working immediately to wipe out childhood obesity in central Virginia. Details.


 

 


Questions or problems? Email the Sports Backers.

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Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers
100 Avenue of Champions, Suite 300 • Richmond, VA 23230
ph: (804) 285-9495 • e: info@sportsbackers.org