Sports Backers Blog
Welcome to the Sports Backers blog, where we share stories and updates on our mission to inspire active living in Richmond and beyond.
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Historic first: allianz richmond marathon sells out all three races
historic first: allianz richmond marathon sells out all three races Written by: Nan Callahan, PR & Communications Manager 21,200 participants to take part in richmond’s biggest race weekend ever RICHMOND, VA – For the first time in its 48-year history, the Allianz Richmond Marathon race weekend has completely sold out across all three distances —…
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Episode 98 – Team H20 is Ready To Go!
Episode 98 – Team H20 is Ready To Go! With the Allianz Richmond Marathon coming up in a few weeks we sat down with the lead volunteers behind the water stops. Jay, JM, and Marci manage all the stops along all three courses, and work with the hundreds of volunteers that make race day possible.Â
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Recap: the 2025 RVA Bike Awards
We were thrilled to host the 5th installment of the RVA Bike Awards on September 25, and to honor the contributions of the RVA bike scene’s best and brightest. Basic City Brewing graciously hosted us in their event space for fellowship, brews, wood-fired pizza, and an awards presentation. It was a feel-good night of community…
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