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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Episode 74 – Learn About The Virginia Capital Trail with Cat Anthony
Episode 74 – Learn About The Virginia Capital Trail with Cat Anthony Richmond is fortunate to be home to the Virginia Capital Trail—a fully paved, 51.7-mile multi-use path that stretches across four jurisdictions. Nan & Kam sit down with Cat Anthony, Executive Director of the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation, to discuss how individuals can make…
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Episode 73 – Kirk Runs All of Richmond
Episode 73 – Kirk Runs All of Richmond In 2018 marathoner Kirk Millikan decided he wanted to take on a new challenge. He wanted to run every street in Richmond…that’s 2,200 streets. Fast forward to now and Kirk finds himself embarking on the end of his challenge.
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Episode 72 – Winners Circle with Sophie King
Episode 72 – Winners Circle with Sophie King If you were at the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger you might’ve seen Sophie King whizzing by the competition. The Richmond native completed the 10k in 33:36.34 and was the first female finisher.
On The Move Podcast
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There are 6,500 people annually who volunteer to make Sports Backers and it’s events and programs the successes they are.
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With your support, we can make this region a more attractive and vibrant place to live where safe opportunities to walk, run, bike, swim, or workout abound and where access to these activities are available to all.