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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CarMax Richmond Half Marathon Sells Out Ahead of November Race Day
Carmax Richmond half marathon sells out ahead of race day Written by: Nan Callahan, PR and Communications Manager 10,000 participants to run Richmond’s signature fall half RICHMOND, VA – The CarMax Richmond Half Marathon has reached its 10,000-participant capacity, officially selling out nearly 10 weeks before runners hit the streets on Saturday, November 15. Now…
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Sports Backers Launches Run Club Grant Program to Boost Local ClubsÂ
Sports Backers Launches Run Club Grant Program to Boost local clubs Written by: Nan Callahan, PR and Communications Manager Support to help running and walking clubs grow, connect, and get moving RICHMOND, VA – Sports Backers is thrilled to introduce a brand-new Run Club Grant Program, designed to fuel the growth and impact of running…
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Allianz Richmond Marathon Sells Out for Second Straight Year Ahead of Race Day
Allianz Richmond Marathon Sells Out for Second Straight Year Ahead of race day Written by: Nan Callahan, PR & Communications Manager Sports Backers anticipates CarMax Richmond Half Marathon will also reach capacity RICHMOND, VA – For the second consecutive year, the Allianz Richmond Marathon 2025 has sold out well ahead of race day–further underscoring its…
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