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 85 – Designs by Dion
Episode 85 – Designs by Dion Dion Ellis, Graphic Designer at Sports Backers, shares his design process for everything from merchandise to finisher swag. This week is Reveal Week for the Allianz Richmond Marathon so Dion’s basically a celebrity.
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Episode 84 – All Aboard to Ashland
Episode 84 – All Aboard to Ashland It’s almost time for the Ashland Half & 5k! Nan and guest host Ashlee chat with Emmy Richards and Kelly Franke with the Town of Ashland.Â
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Episode 83 – Mary Marshall the Volunteer Queen
Episode 83 – Mary Marshall the Volunteer Queen Nan & Kam are joined by Mary Marshall Graeber, Sports Backers’ Volunteer Coordinator. Hear about all the volunteer jobs available, the perks of helping out, and how you can get involved!

On The Move Podcast
Our podcast focuses on keeping people active and moving. Join Nan and Kam as they share inspirational and interesting stories – click the link below, or use the filter above to find podcast episodes.

Volunteer
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.