Sports Backers Blog
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Over 170 Organizations Receive Active RVA Certification for Activity Programs
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Subaru of America, Dominion Energy Riverrock, and James River Park System Partner on New Water Fountain Project
Friday, February 8th
RICHMOND, VA – Subaru of America, in conjunction with Richmond-based dealerships Colonial Subaru and Hyman Brothers Subaru, partnered with Dominion Energy Riverrock and the James River Park System (JRPS) to raise funds to construct and unveil a new year-round water fountain at JRPS’ Reedy Creek trailhead location. The new fountain, now open for public use,…
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Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, Richmond Raceway partner for Ultimate RVA Race Day sweepstakes
Wednesday, January 23rd
RICHMOND, VA - Richmond Raceway (Richmond) announces a partnership with Sports Backers and the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger to bring fans the Ultimate RVA Race Day sweepstakes. The TOYOTA OWNERS 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race and Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger are both on Saturday, April 13. From…
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Fitness Warriors Hosting Annual 'Warrior Nation Celebration' on January 26
Wednesday, January 16th
RICHMOND, VA – With the Fitness Warriors program currently immersed in offering free fitness classes in communities around the Richmond region and a new class of Warrior recruits just starting their training journey, the program will take the opportunity to highlight community health success stories on January 26 at the annual Warrior Nation Celebration. The…
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Kids Run RVA Brings Childhood Friends Back Together as Run Club Coaches
Thursday, January 10th
By: Pete Woody As coaches for Sports Backers’ Kids Run RVA youth running program, LaShawn Moore and Kisha Holloway get excited for the opportunity to greet their run club members at the finish line of races and share their excitement at completing a goal. But that excitement was nothing compared to the feeling the two…
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Active RVA Certification and Awards Applications Due by January 31, 2019
Thursday, January 10th
RICHMOND, VA - The January 31 deadline for applications for Active RVA Certification is fast approaching, and organizations interested in earning recognition for their wellness initiatives can use the following links to apply: Workplace: https://www.tfaforms.com/4682537 School: https://www.tfaforms.com/4667623 Early Childhood Education provider: https://www.tfaforms.com/4683364 All certified organizations will be recognized at the 2019 Active RVA Awards presented…
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We Do Exist: Biking on Brook Road
Wednesday, January 2nd
Brook Road can be challenging and problematic for Northside residents, with its wide lanes, excessive speeding, and faint crosswalks. Traffic data shows that 65 percent of drivers go over 40 miles per hour on the 35 mph street. This makes it extremely dangerous for anyone who isn't in a car and able to move at…
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Fitness Warriors Now Accepting Applications for Next Class of Recruits
Thursday, October 11th
RICHMOND, VA — Sports Backers and Richmond City Health District today announced the launch of the next class of the Fitness Warriors program, part of Sports Backers’ community fitness initiatives. The application period for those interested in joining the program is now open, and the deadline to apply is November 4. Applications can be found…
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Meet Alan Delbridge - Kids Run RVA Head Coach
Thursday, October 11th
By: Jacki Quinlan, Director of Community Outreach for Sports Backers On the 1st of October, I sat down with Alan Delbridge to learn more about him and his new part-time role at Sports Backers. Read on to get to know the first-ever Head Coach of Kids Run RVA, which aims to provide support throughout the…
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Volunteer Guide to Marathon Water Stops
Wednesday, October 10th
To all the volunteers at the Anthem Richmond Marathon water stops: Thank you! Your role is critical for the safety and well-being of the participants in the marathon, as well as the Markel Richmond Half Marathon and VCU Health 8k. Your encouragement to all the participants makes the Anthem Richmond Marathon known as 'America’s Friendliest Marathon.'…