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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Dominion Energy Riverrock Unveils New Events, Activations, and Festival Footprint for 2026
Dominion Energy Riverrock Unveils New Events, Activations, And Festival Footprint for 2026 Written by: Nan Callahan, PR & Communications Manager The nation’s premier sports and music festival returns, May 15-17 RICHMOND, VA – Dominion Energy Riverrock is back and ready to take over Richmond’s riverfront May 15–17 with new events, fresh activations, and creative energy…
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Episode 122 – You’re Booked This May…It’s Bike Month!
Episode 122 – You’re Booked This May…It’s Bike Month! May marks Bike Month and RVA goes absolutely crazy for it. The fun kicks off this weekend and Natalie Rainer, Engagement Manager for Bike Walk RVA at Sports Backers, has all the info you need to make sure you don’t miss any of the action!
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Virginia’s Largest Race, the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger, Draws Nearly 27,000 On Race Day
Virginia’s Largest Race, the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger, Draws Nearly 27,000 On Race Day Written by: Nan Callahan, PR & Communications Manager Event celebrates yet another participation increase RICHMOND, VA – The Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger marked its 27th running in record-setting fashion, celebrating its fifth straight year of…
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.
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