Official Race Guide

MARCH 28, 2015
Official Race Guide
FEATURING THE
AN EVENT OF THE
Welcome!
Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k weekend is finally here! We have created
this Race Guide to help prepare you for a great event on March 28th.
The Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by MARTIN’S continues to
shine as a source of pride for our community. You, the runners and walkers,
should be proud of your commitment to lead a healthier life and for the
hundreds of thousands of dollars that have been raised for the VCU Massey
Cancer Center through the Massey Challenge. The participants of this event
continue to inspire so many of us in the community and help support an
Active RVA.
The party atmosphere of the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k receives the
recognition, but it is the widespread community support that makes the
event what it is today. I would like to extend a special thank you to the
Committee, thousands of volunteers, spirit groups, bands and cheering
spectators who are all out there supporting you on race day.
Good luck on Saturday! Whether you are racing, running, or walking,
I hope that your 10k is everything you want it to be.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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EVENT SCHEDULE
WAVE START SCHEDULE
VCU MASSEY CANCER CENTER
YMCA 10K TRAINING TEAM
VIRGINIA529 KIDS RUN
KIDS RUN RVA
PARKING & SHUTTLE INFO
RACE ETIQUETTE
COURSE MAP
UPCOMING SPORTS
BACKERS EVENTS
BAND LOCATIONS
THANKS & SPONSORS
NEED TO KNOW
SCHEDULE
AMICA INSURANCE BAG CHECK
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
Amica Insurance will provide bag check
for all registered participants. Bag check
is available from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in
Monroe Park near Laurel Street, so you will
need to go to Monroe Park to drop off your gear and then walk three
blocks over to the start area on Broad Street. You will attach the tearoff tag on your bib to your bag to identify it as yours. ALL BAGS ARE
SUBJECT TO SEARCH.
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Anthem Health & Fitness Expo/Packet Pick-Up
at Arthur Ashe Athletic Center
CATHEDRAL OF THE SACRED HEART OFFERS
BLESSING OF THE RUNNERS ON RACE MORNING
THURSDAY, MARCH 26
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Anthem Health & Fitness Expo/Packet Pick-Up
at Arthur Ashe Athletic Center
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
6:45 – 9:30 a.m.
Richmond Times-Dispatch Dress Up & Run
contest check-in at Monroe Park
7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Bike Valet service available in Monroe Park
across from Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
7:30 a.m. Blessing of the Runners at Cathedral of the
Sacred Heart
7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Amica Insurance Bag Check available
in Monroe Park
8 a.m.
Virginia529 Kids Run starts on Cathedral Place
near Laurel Street
8:30 a.m.
Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k starts at Broad
and Harrison Streets (Wave A)
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
SUBWAY Post Race Festival in Monroe Park
Want to start this year’s Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k with a little
Divine Assistance? If so, you’re invited to attend an ecumenical
worship service and “Blessing of the Runners” that will take place at
7:30 a.m. on race day, March 28. This brief worship service will take
place at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, which is on Laurel Street
facing Monroe Park - just steps away from the finish line for the 10K.
All are invited to attend! For more information, contact the Office of
Vocations, Catholic Diocese of Richmond, at 804-359-5661. This may
be your one chance to wear your running shoes and shorts to church!
Come pray, receive a blessing, then run — it might just help you hit
that PR you’re after!
RICHMOND TIMES-DISPATCH DRESS UP &
RUN CONTEST
The competition is stiff, but if you get wild and
creative enough with your costume, you might
just take home some cash! Online voting on
Richmond.com will determine the top three group and individual/duo entries.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE RTD DRESS UP & RUN CONTEST:
You must be a registered participant in the 2015 Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k
and must wear your bib number. Check in at the Dress Up & Run Contest tent in
Monroe Park between 6:45-9:30 a.m. prior to the race. You must wear your costume
while you participate in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k. Winners will be
determine through online voting on Richmond.com from Saturday evening until
Noon on Tuesday night. Visit the race website or a full list of official rules.
PRIZES
1ST PLACE
2ND PLACE
3RD PLACE
INDIVIDUAL/DUO
$500
$250
$100
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GROUP
$500
$250
$100
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EVENT INFORMATION
WAVE START INFORMATION
In order to provide the safest and most enjoyable event experience
possible, the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k utilizes wave starts. You
will line up for the start based on the letter on your bib number. This
letter represents the wave that you chose based on your predicted or
qualifying time.
While lining up on Broad Street, please look for the volunteer holding
the wave sign that corresponds to your bib. For example, if your bib
number is SB22244, then you will look for the “SB” sign. Your group
will be walked into the starting corral as the start time for your wave
approaches. Wave Security will be on hand to make sure that you are
lined up with the correct wave.
PLEASE NOTE:
• If you wish to start with someone who is in a different wave, you may
do so by starting in the slower person’s wave. In other words, you
may drop back to a slower wave, but no one may move up to a faster
wave. THIS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED!
• Be sure to pin your bib number to the front of your shirt. You must
wear your bib number to be admitted into the starting corral. Your
race number also contains your timing device. Please do not bend or
fold your bib as this may damage the timing device and prevent you
from receiving an accurate time.
• Remember, we have chip timing to record your exact start time, so
your results will accurately reflect the time it took you to run the race,
no matter which corral you start in.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT WAVE START TIMES
Each wave will begin promptly at its designated start time. Participants
are responsible for being on time for the start of their wave. Starting
mats will be turned off immediately after the start of Wave YB in order
to reopen Broad Street, so latecomers are in danger of not receiving an
accurate start time.
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EVENT INFORMATION
WAVE START SCHEDULE
CATEGORY
START TIME
Wave A - Seeded Runners - Sub 41:00
8:30 a.m.
Wave AA - Seeded Runners - 41:00 to 43:59
8:31
Wave AB - Seeded Runners - 44:00 to 45:59
8:32
Wave AW - Racing Wheelchairs
8:34
Wave B - Seeded Runners - 46:00 to 46:59
8:35
Wave BA - Seeded Runners - 47:00 to 47:59
8:36
Wave BB - Seeded Runners - 48:00 to 48:59
8:37
Wave C - Seeded Runners - 49:00 to 49:59
8:38
Wave D - Seeded Runners - 50:00 to 50:59
8:39
Wave E - Seeded Runners - 51:00 to 51:59
8:40
Wave F - Seeded Runners - 52:00 to 52:59
8:41
Wave G - Seeded Runners - 53:00 to 53:59
8:42
Wave H - Seeded Runners - 54:00 to 54:59
8:43
Wave J - Seeded Runners - 55:00 to 55:59
8:44
Wave K - Seeded Runners - 56:00 to 56:59
8:45
Wave L - Seeded Runners - 57:00 to 57:59
8:46
Wave M - Seeded Runners - 58:00 to 58:59
8:47
Wave N - Seeded Runners - 59:00 to 59:59
8:48
Wave P - Seeded Runners - 60:00 to 60:59
8:49
Wave Q - Seeded Runners - 61:00 to 61:59
8:50
Wave R - Seeded Runners - 62:00 to 62:59
8:51
Wave SA - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
8:53
Wave SB - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
8:56
Wave SC - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
8:59
Wave SD - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
9:02 a.m.
Wave SE - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
9:05
Wave SF - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
9:08
Wave SG - Runners - 63:00 to 65:59
9:11
Wave TA - Runners - 66:00 to 69:59
9:14
Wave TB - Runners - 66:00 to 69:59
9:17
Wave UA - Joggers - 70:00 to 74:59
9:20
Wave UB - Joggers - 70:00 to 74:59
9:23
Wave UC - Joggers - 70:00 to 74:59
9:26
Wave VA - Joggers - 75 to 90 min.
9:29
Wave VB - Joggers - 75 to 90 min.
9:32
Wave VC - Joggers - 75 to 90 min.
9:35
Wave WA - Jog/Walkers - 90 to 100 min.
9:38
Wave WB - Jog/Walkers - 90 to 100 min.
9:41
Wave WC - Jog/Walkers - 90 to 100 min.
9:44
Wave WD - Jog/Walkers - 90 to 100 min.
9:47
Wave XA - Walk/Joggers - 100 to 110 min.
9:50
Wave XB - Walk/Joggers - 100 to 110 min.
9:53
Wave YA - Walkers - 110 to 120 min.
9:56
Wave YB - Walkers - 120 min. or more
10:00 a.m.
VCU MASSEY CANCER CENTER
AT&T Dash for the Cash Runner Creates Win-Win Scenario
By Pete Woody
Tom Visotsky has deep roots in the
Richmond area, both through his running
experiences and work in the community, and
he’ll be calling on both when he sets off as
the participant in this year’s AT&T Dash for
the Cash at the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue
10k. Visotsky has completed 10 marathons,
including four Boston Marathons, and this
will be his ninth time participating in the
10k. In addition to his running exploits, he
also serves as Business Manager at First
Baptist Church and is a past president of the
Virginia Society of CPAs.
But there’s one more connection that will
serve as his main motivation when he sets
off on March 28th - his wife, Rhonda. She
is a cancer survivor, and Tom has centered
his efforts on raising money for the VCU
Massey Cancer Center, an official event charity of the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k.
“The whole focus of the race has been
raising awareness and money for Massey,”
Visotsky told CBS-6’s Virginia This Morning
in late February. “It’s personal for us. Massey
does great work, so it’s really motivating for
me.”
His original fundraising goal was set at
$10,000, but Visotsky said that they now
expect to raise $15,000. To that end, he
pledged that if he wins the Dash, he’ll
donate the $2,500 prize to Massey. And not
that he’s planning on it, but if he were to
come up short in the race, the money would
be donated to Massey as well. So he sees the
whole experience as a win either way.
Visotsky, who has said that he’s always
enjoyed the crowd support during the 10k,
will be looking for plenty more to help him
on the way to the finish line in the Dash,
especially as he passes friends and colleagues
at First Baptist Church at Monument and
Boulevard. And, as you’d expect from an
experienced runner, he’s already settled on a
plan of attack.
“I’m focusing on my normal pace to
start,” Visotsky told Virginia This Morning.
“Then I’m counting on the fans to cheer
me to the finish line.”
And with his commitment to family,
community, and the Massey Cancer
Center, he’s made sure he’ll be a winner
regardless of whether or not he’s first to
cross the finish line.
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EVENT INFORMATION
AT&T DASH FOR THE CASH
Tom Visotsky has been chosen as the AT&T
Dash for the Cash competitor and has a
chance to win a $2,500 bonus prize. Tom’s
race starts at 8:30 a.m. at a pre-determined starting position. When the
starting gun goes off, he will dash for the finish line, followed closely
by the elite runners. If Tom can out-run the fastest elite runner, the
$2,500 AT&T Dash for the Cash prize is his for the taking! If not, the
prize is donated to the VCU Massey Cancer Center.
CARMAX FAN ZONE
Spectators can cheer on participants as they
‘Drive to the Finish’ from the best spot on
the course — the CarMax Fan Zone. Look for
it at Stuart Circle, where there will be a DJ, refreshments, and cheering
items, including cowbells, pom poms, foam fingers and sign-making
materials for you to show your support and enthusiasm. Parking for
the CarMax Fan Zone is available on local side streets.
FINISHER MEDAL WILL RECOGNIZE YOUR
ACCOMPLISHMENT
HEALTHY SCHOOL CHALLENGE PRESENTED BY THE
VIRGINIA529 COLLEGE
SAVINGS PLAN
The Healthy School Challenge
is a contest to see what middle school or high school can have
the most students sign up for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue
10k. Prize money is awarded to the schools with the highest
percentage of participation based on total school enrollment for
schools competing in the middle school, high school, and small
school divisions. Sports Backers provided training t-shirts to
participants in the Healthy School Challenge who registered
for the event by March 1. Visit the race website to see how the
schools ranked.
SUBWAY POST RACE FESTIVAL
Catch your breath and celebrate your finish at the post-race party in Monroe Park!
Along with food, drinks and activities for
the little ones, there will be live music from The Wild Feathers along
with Long Arms. Also providing music in Monroe Park is DJ EZ Hutch.
For the first time, the Ukrop’s Monument
Avenue 10k is awarding finisher medals to
everyone who completes the race! Collect
yours in the finish chute before you exit into
Monroe Park. They’re the perfect way to
commemorate your race whether you’re a
first-timer or a 10k veteran! You’ve earned it
– now you’ll have the bling to prove it!
RICHMOND POSTAL CREDIT UNION
COMMUNITY SPIRIT CONTEST
The most enthusiastic Spirit Groups
along the 10k course will receive special
recognition! A Spirit Group’s goal is to show
the most enthusiasm through cheers, dances,
and encouragement given to the 10k runners
and walkers. A $300 Grand Spirit Award will be given to the winning
group, with cash prizes going to twelve other groups. All groups
must be registered and approved in advance with Sports Backers to
compete for the awards. Check the race website for more details.
The Wild Feathers
EVENT COVERAGE ON CBS 6
Be sure to watch for stories and race coverage
on CBS 6 the week leading up to the event. On
race morning there will be live pre-race coverage of the event.
10K FAMILY MEETING AREA
Upon exiting the Finish Line Corral, you will see an area to meet
your family and friends. Just tell them to meet under the sign listing
the letter of the alphabet that corresponds to your last name.
AFTER THE RACE, HEAD TO A 10K WATERING
HOLE TO CELEBRATE
Not only does RVA have the best race, we also have the best
restaurants! Stop by one of these official Ukrop’s Monument Avenue
10k Watering Holes on March 28. Wear your finisher medal and score
a sweet deal during your visit! You trained, you ran, you rocked it!
Now eat, drink, and revel in your accomplishment!
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EVENT INFORMATION
EVENT DO’S AND DON’TS
EVENT INFORMATION
AT&T ATHLETE ALERT SYSTEM
For the enjoyment of all participants and spectators, please adhere
to the following event rules:
Sign up to receive updates when your
favorite runner reaches certain points on
the course: start line, half way (3.1 miles),
and the finish line.
• No strollers, baby joggers, animals on leashes, skateboards,
skates, handcycles, or bicycles will be allowed on the course.
This will be strictly enforced.
• Register online
• Or sign up in person at the AT&T Booth at the Expo
• No one other than registered race participants may cross the
finish line. Please do not have anyone join you for the final
RACE RESULTS
stretch. This is strictly enforced.
Final, official results will be available at www.sportsbackers.org
by Saturday evening, March 28.
• The post race food area is for registered event participants
only. Please do not bring family members in with you. There
RACE PHOTOS
will be additional food available for purchase in Monroe Park.
Marathonfoto professional
• Please do not leave any personal items at the start line.
Anything left behind at the start line after the last wave has
departed at 10 a.m. will be collected and either disposed of
or donated to local charities.
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photographers will be taking
participant photos along the
course of both the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k and Virginia
529 Kids Run. Be sure your bib number is visible, and smile when
you see the Marathonfoto team. Then, visit there website the week
after the race to see your photos.
YMCA 10k TRAINING TEAM
YMCA Training Team program
extends its reach
By Pete Woody
Since its inception in 2002, the YMCA
10k Training Team has helped thousands
of participants prepare to run or walk
the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k, and
has grown to 19 locations throughout the
Richmond area. With the help of hundreds
of volunteer coaches, participants have
achieved their race goals and used the
training teams as a springboard to an active
lifestyle all year round.
There is always a great deal of enthusiasm
each year for the training team, but two of
this year’s new locations helped bring even
more fresh energy to the program. The
teams at Bellemeade Community Center
in Richmond and the Bensley Sidekicks in
Chesterfield were added to meet demand
for participants in those areas and to
bring increased fitness opportunities to
underserved areas of the region in a fun,
encouraging environment.
“We are a smaller group, with only 22
people, and the biggest thing I have noticed
at Bellemeade is how we have transformed
from a training team into a family,” said
head coach Kristen Callan. “For many
participants, this is their first time in a
detailed training program, and that has
helped create a family atmosphere and share
the excitement and nervousness of preparing
for their first race.”
Becky Hapeman, head coach at Bensley,
echoed those sentiments. “With race day
approaching, excitement is in the air!” said
Hapeman. “We’ve got a friendly, open
environment, and the goal is to always keep
it fun while getting time to be active and on
our feet.”
While the 10-week training program
is geared towards preparing for the 10k,
the bigger goal is making the running and
walking lifestyle accessible to so many new
people. Based on experiences of coaches
and participants at Bensley and Bellemeade,
it appears that many steps have been taken,
literally and figuratively, towards achieving
that goal.
“Bensley team members are already talking
about participating in more races throughout
the rest of the year, and they’re pushing each
other to stay motivated,” said Hapeman.
“I’ve loved seeing our team bond into a
family!”
“I do believe that the Bellemeade training
team will help our participants continue
to live an active lifestyle. A lot of our
participants are taking the first step in
becoming active,” added Callan. “We’ve
talked about organizing weekly runs after the
10k is over and training as a group for other
events. We hope to keep our momentum so
we can double or even triple our numbers
for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k in
2016 – but for now, we are all confident and
ready for race day!”
YMCA 10K TRAINING
TEAM FOR THE UKROP’S
MONUMENT AVENUE 10K
In the YMCA 10k Training Team program
created by the Sports Backers 12
years ago, you will find yourself in the
company of almost 4,000 people with
the same goals and ambitions. Led
by veteran trainers Carrie Parker and
Michelle Wright, this year’s crew started
their hard work in mid-January. Ten
weeks later they are off the couch and
in the race. Congrats! If you or someone
you know would benefit from this
program, go to www.sportsbackers.org
beginning in December and sign up
for next year.
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EVENT INFORMATION
PAST 10K WINNERS
MALE
FEMALE
2000
Jared Segera
29:27
2000
Alisa Harvey
35:25
2001
Elly Rono
29:59
2001
Anna Pichrtova
34:57
2002
Reuben Chesang
29:32
2002
Lynbov Demisova
33:22
2003
Gilbert Koech
28:34
2003
Edna Kiplagat
32:28
2004
Reuben Chebii
28:07
2004
Tatyana Petrova
32:46
2005
Ernest Meli-Kimeli
28:43
2005
Tatyana Petrova
32:46
2006
Nicodemus Malakwen
28:31
2006
Magdalene Makunzi
32:33
2007
Teferi Bacha
28:29
2007
Magdalene Makunzi
32:24
2008
Abdi Abdirahman
28:32#
2008
Leah Kiprono
34:19
2009
Tilahun Regassa
28:21
2009
Amane Gemeda
32:37
2010
Alene Reta
28:26
2010
Megan Wright
33:06
2011
Julius Kogo
29:02
2011
Megan Wright
33:12
2012
Mengistu Nebsi
28:33
2012
Melisa Mejdoub
33:07
2013
Julius Kogo
28:18
2013
Ogla Kimaiyo
32:25
2014
Paul Chelimo
29:24*
2014
Kellyn Johnson
33:18*
Bold indicates Race Record Race / *Collegiate Running Association 10k Road Race National Championships / #USA Track & Field Men’s 10k Road Race National Championship
VIRGINIA529 KIDS RUN
VIRGINIA529 KIDS RUN INFORMATION
A half-hour before the 10k
participants make their way down
Monument Avenue, over 1,000
youngsters will line up for the 13th annual Virginia529 Kids
Run. Representing a generation of future runners, children ages
5-12 will complete a one-mile course that starts on Cathedral Pl.
and takes them up Park Ave. to Hanover Ave. to Lombardy St. to
Stuart Circle and back down Franklin St. to Monroe Park, where it
crosses the same finish line as the 10k. The Virginia529 Kids Run
is another example of how the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k
is more than just a race—it’s a fun festival event for the whole
family that promotes a healthy lifestyle!
STARTING LINE/WAVE STARTS
The starting line for the Virginia529 Kids Run is located on
Cathedral Place just west of Laurel Street. Participants will line up
in waves based on age (and corresponding to the color of their
bib number) and will start as follows:
WAVE
1
2
3
BIB COLOR
Red
Yellow
Green
AGES
10-12
8-9
5-7
START TIME
8:00 a.m.
8:04 a.m.
8:08 a.m.
GENERAL INFORMATION
• One adult may accompany any child age 8 or under while
they are on the course.
• Kids Run participants will not be timed. There will be a clock
at the finish for those interested in noting their own finish time.
• As the finishers enter the finish line chute, they will receive a
medal and be reunited with their parents. Then it’s on to the
post-race food tent.
KIDS RUN
MEETING AREA
ONE parent will be allowed
to enter the finish line area
at Monroe Park in order to
meet their child(ren). This will
help reunite kids and parents
faster as well as keep the exits
clear. Once reunited, they
will continue to the specified
exits. All parents must meet
their children in this area after
the children finish the race.
No child will be allowed to
exit without being accompanied
by an adult.
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KIDS RUN RVA
Impact of Kids
Run RVA is Felt
Across the
Richmond Region
By: Shihan Wijeyeratne
Sports Backers has provided training
programs for youth for 11 years, but in 2013
the organization expanded and rebranded
these programs under one umbrella
initiative – Kids Run RVA. Since that time
the impact has grown rapidly. The last few
months have been a period of exceptional
growth. A national award, a successful
crowdfunding campaign, the establishment
of new run clubs in the region, and
another year expected to bring over 1,000
kids to participate in the Virginia529 Kids
Run and Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k
are among Kids Run RVA’s most recent
accomplishments and accolades.
“Kids Run RVA really seems to have taken
off in the last year,” says Faith Hecht, Youth
Programs Coordinator at Sports Backers.
“With the help of our amazing group of
volunteers, coaches, and generous donors,
we are encouraging more and more kids to
get up and get moving.”
In early February, Kids Run RVA received
the Youth Event of the Year award from
Running USA, which recognized the Call
Federal Marathon, Jr. “We’re thrilled to have
received such an honor,” says Hecht of the
event, which took place in October 2014.
“This award belongs to everyone in RVA
that has contributed to our efforts – parents,
coaches, volunteers, and so many others!”
In late February, Kids Run RVA launched
“Kicks for Kids,” a crowdfunding campaign
with the goal of raising $4,000 to buy shoes
for kids in run clubs in underserved areas.
The campaign exceeded its goal and raised
$4,260, all of which will go toward buying
shoes for over 80 young runners who
wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford them.
The core of Kids Run RVA is the run
clubs it supports at over 50 schools and
communities in the Richmond region.
“Run clubs are the simplest way to get kids
moving,” says Jacki Quinlan, Community
Fitness Engagement Specialist at Sports
Backers. “It gets them out and running,
enjoying themselves with their friends and
learning how good it feels to adopt an active
lifestyle.”
Elementary schools like A.M. Davis and
Elizabeth Redd have training programs for
their students to prepare for the Virginia529
Kids Run, part of the Ukrop’s Monument
Avenue 10k on March 28. “The run clubs
go far beyond simply helping the students
increase their physical fitness,” says LaShawn
Moore, Physical Education Teacher at
Elizabeth Redd Elementary. “These kids
are proud of themselves for what they’ve
accomplished. This increased self-confidence
has a positive impact that carries over into so
many other parts of their lives.”
Along with the elementary schools
training for the Kids Run, a number of
middle and high schools have training
programs for the full 10k race. “In addition
to schools that have had students train
for the 10k for several years now, we have
lots of new schools getting involved,” says
Hecht. “We’re excited to see the launch
of new training programs at schools
like Thomas Jefferson High School and
Henderson Middle School.”
“Although we can always have more kids
coming to the race, we’re definitely excited
to see the increased level of interest from
schools,” says Hecht. “We hope this trend
continues in the coming years!”
Kids Run RVA is an official charity partner
of the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k.
Funds raised will be designated to promoting
fitness to area youth, especially in underserved
neighborhoods. School representatives interested
in learning more about Kids Run RVA can
visit www.sportsbackers.org.
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RACE DAY PARKING
West Main St.
North Laurel St.
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Traveling east on Cary Street, the deck will be
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Exit 95 at the Boulevard and head south
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Travel east to Bowe Street and make a right
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and the parking deck will be on your left.
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Richmond Postal Credit Union
Brooks Sports
Richmond Road Runners Club
Richmond Flying Squirrels
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SUBWAY Post-Race Festival
We encourage participants to car pool to the
race. Even better, jog or ride your bike to the
starting line! Free parking is available on streets
throughout the area. We strongly recommend
going east of Belvidere to find on- street
and surface-lot parking. To lessen the chance
of getting stuck in traffic, please avoid the
Belvidere exits off I-95 and I-195, and instead go
farther east and exit on 3rd Street, Broad Street,
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The Wild Feathers and Long Arms on Main Stage.
• 100 S. JEFFERSON STREET DECK:
Traveling east on Cary Street, the deck is
located on your right at the intersection
of Jefferson Street (two blocks east of
Belvidere Street).
Check www.sportsbackers.org for race
day parking and traffic updates.
RACE DAY TRAFFIC INFO
MOTORISTS NOT TRAVELING TO THE RACE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO USE I-95 AND I-195 AROUND THE CITY.
For a list of street closings and traffic pattern changes on race day, please visit www.sportsbackers.org/events/travel-parking-info.
FREE BIKE VALET SERVICE OFFERED!
We are once again offering a FREE Bike Valet service. Instead of trying to find parking, ride your bike to the event. Bike Valet will be offered
in Monroe Park across from Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Bike Valet service will be available from 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m on Saturday, March
28th. Participants will be able to check their bike, and the bag check is adjacent to Bike Valet in Monroe Park.
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EVENT INFORMATION
RACE DAY SHUTTLE SERVICE
WINN Transportation will offer two separate shuttle pick-up locations: City Stadium
and The Diamond. Anyone wishing to take advantage of the shuttle service on race day
MUST purchase a ticket at the Expo during packet pick up hours. A limited number of
tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost is $5 per person round
trip. The shuttle will drop off at Adams and Canal Street (5 blocks from Monroe Park,
site of the Post Race Festival).
SHUTTLE BUS NOTES:
• Parking spaces are limited at
both locations, so carpooling is
recommended. A ticket on the
shuttle bus does not guarantee
you a parking spot in the parking
lots at either The Diamond or City
Stadium. On-street parking is also
available at each location.
• Shuttles will run on a continuous
loop between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m.
from each location to the drop off
point. To ensure you have enough
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time to walk from the drop off
point to the start line, please plan
to arrive at your shuttle pick up
location at least 90 minutes before
your wave is scheduled to start.
The drop off location is 11 blocks
from the 10k start.
• Each shuttle passenger must have
a ticket to board the shuttle at the
pick-up locations.
• To expedite the purchase of
shuttle tickets at the expo, cash
is recommended.
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10k Shuttle Drop-off
and After Event
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EVENT INFORMATION
Race Etiquette
Whether it’s your first race or your 1,000th, it’s important to remember you are not alone when taking
part in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k. Make this a great experience for everyone by obeying these
rules of the road.
PREPARING FOR THE START
• Pay attention to the pre‑race
announcements. What you hear will
not only help guide you through the
course, but will also keep you safe.
• Pin your race number on the front of
your shirt. This is where it is most visible
for race officials and allows you access
to your Start Wave. Your race number
also contains your timing device for the
event. If you put it in the pocket of your
shorts, the timing mats won’t be able to
read it. Same thing if it is in your car —
you won’t get a time. In order to receive
an accurate time, please make sure that
your race number is:
unaltered and unmodified (do not
9fold
9 or wrinkle)
pinned in all four corners
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9 covered (jackets, runner belts,
9water
9 bottles, etc.)
Clearly displaying your race number also
enables the official race photographers to
identify you after the event.
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DURING THE EVENT
• Have fun and enjoy yourself. Run or walk no more than two abreast to
allow for others to pass. If you are walking in a group, stay in the back of
the pack.
• Please don’t allow your non‑registered friends and relatives to run or
walk with you in the race. They can cheer you on from the side of the road.
• If you are getting water or POWERADE at an aid station, move to the side of the
road to grab a cup from a volunteer and keep moving. If you want to stop and
drink, move to the side of the road, out of the way of other runners after the
aid station. Don’t go too far with your cup. The race volunteers will be collecting
the cups and will appreciate not having to go on an extended “litter patrol.”
• Remember, there are over 30,000 people around you! Please move to the side
of the road to spit, throw up, tie your shoe, etc.
• If nature calls, pull off the course and look for a port‑a‑potty. Do not expect the
friendly neighbors to let you into their homes.
• Feel free to shout words of encouragement to other participants. They will
appreciate your cheers.
• Pay attention to what is going on around you during the race. Just as in real
life, expect the unexpected. Think loose dogs, lost kids, low branches, and
looming potholes.
APPROACHING THE FINISH
• Remember to tell your non-registered friends and family NOT to cross the
finish line with you.
EVENT INFORMATION
FINISH LINE
• Don’t stop suddenly upon crossing the Finish Line
– you’ll cause a collision with those behind you.
Quickly move to the end of the finish line corral
and exit the finish line area immediately. From
there, you may follow the signs to the Post Race
Food tents and Family Meeting Area.
• Upon exiting the Finish Line Corral, there will
be an area to meet your family and friends.
Just tell them to meet under the sign listing the
letter of the alphabet that corresponds to your
last name.
• Enjoy post‑race refreshments, but don’t be a
piggy! Others want to enjoy the goodies too.
Moderation is the key, so there’s food for the last
people finishing the event. Post-race food is to
help you recover from the run, not to stock your
kitchen cupboards.
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COURSE MAP
UPCOMING SPORTS BACKERS EVENTS
APRIL 5 GO! Discover Richmond
Come out and experience Richmond like you never have before.
This free 10k walking tour winds in and around some of the
city’s greatest treasures, including historic sites and landmarks,
restaurants, and boutiques.
APRIL 17-18 Tent to Trail Relay
Assemble a team of your best running buddies, get your camping gear ready, and prepare to
conquer the trails in the area’s best urban wilderness in this event! Teams of 4 or 8 will split up
the approximately 136 miles over 18-30 hours (depending on your speed). It doesn’t matter if
you’re running at midnight or noon, dawn or dusk, the goal is to complete all of your team’s legs
of the relay and get across the finish line as fast as you can.
MAY 15-17 Dominion Riverrock
The country’s largest outdoor sports & music festival brings athletes, spectators, musicians,
and even dogs to Brown’s Island for a three-day festival against the backdrop of downtown
Richmond’s urban riverfront. Fan favorites include dog jumping events, mud and trail runs,
mountain bike races, freestyle bikes, bouldering, and stand-up paddleboard and kayak events.
JUNE 4 Connects Federal Credit Union Corporate 4 Miler
Show your boss who’s really boss in this 4-mile race. Or team up with your friends and coworkers to
take down that cross-town industry rival. Whether you’re promoting health in the workplace, building
corporate pride, or even just getting outdoors for a great summer night with friends, there’s good reason
to participate in this Thursday evening event. With post-race festivities featuring plenty of food, drinks
(including beer!), live music and fun, this event has quickly become Richmond’s biggest office party.
JUNE 20 RVA Streets Alive!
Inspired by open streets projects all over the world, this event is about closing
streets to cars and opening them to the public — for one day — to create a whole
new healthy, sustainable and vibrant city street experience. FREE and open to
everyone to do what you wish – run, walk, bike, roller blade, WHATEVER!
AUGUST 1 Richmond International Dragon Boat Festival
Rally your coworkers, friends and family, and join us for Richmond’s biggest spectacle on
water – dragon boating! Led by the rhythmic beat of a drum, teams of 20 synchronized
paddlers, one drummer and one steersperson race 500 meters up the river in 40-foot canoes
rigged with decorative Chinese dragon heads and tails. Top it off with live entertainment and
beer trucks to celebrate!
AUGUST 22 Anthem Moonlight Ride
Take in the sights and sounds of RVA by bike . . . under the moonlight . . . with 3,000 other riders
decked out in crazy lights and costumes. Then top it off with pizza, ice cream, a live concert and
a beer (for you 21-and-uppers!). With plenty of exhibitors and some interactive activities for the
fam, you’re bound to have one fabulous night on the town!
SEPTEMBER 18-19 Maymont X-Country Festival
You couldn’t ask for a better place to host one of the country’s premier cross country
festivals. With an open 5k, an 8-mile trail run, an elementary school 1-miler, a middle
school 3k and a competitive high school invitational, the Maymont X-Country Festival has
something for everyone.
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UPCOMING SPORTS BACKERS EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 19-27 UCI Road World Championships
Richmond is welcoming the world when the UCI World Road Cycling
Championships, cycling’s pinnacle event, come to town for 9 days or
racing! Visit www.Richmond2015.com for more details, schedules and
course maps.
SEPTEMBER 24 Conquer the Cobbles Run
Tour the 2015 UCI Road Championships road circuit course on foot before the world’s best
cyclists race through the scenic route just a few days later! The 10.3 mile run will take you
through historic Monument Avenue, down the cobblestone streets of Shockoe Slip, up to
beautiful Libby Hill Park, and much more!.
SEPTEMBER 25 Conquer the Cobbles Ride
The best cyclists in the world are coming to Richmond for the 2015 UCI Road World
Championships! Be the first to ride the road circuit course--free from traffic and all yours for
two hours. Whether you’re a competitive cyclist or a recreational rider, take advantage of this
awesome opportunity to be a part of cycling history!
OCTOBER 17 MARTIN’S Tour of Richmond
This fully-timed Gran Fondo (Italian for “Big Ride”) has distance options for both
the serious rider and the weekend warrior. All riders finish at Richmond Raceway
Complex. Plan on joining us for the entire day because we’ll celebrate your
accomplishment with a big ol’ feast (including beer!) at the raceway afterwards!
It’s an experience fit for a pro and open to anyone who loves to ride.
OCTOBER 24 Call Federal Marathon, Jr.
Calling all pirates, princesses, goblins, superheroes, and ghosts—we’ve got a fun run
that’s less trick and all treat! You can choose between a 0.5-mile or 1-mile course through
Richmond’s scenic Byrd Park. This kids-only event is part of the Anthem Richmond Marathon
– just happening three weeks earlier!
NOVEMBER 14 Anthem Richmond Marathon,
American Family Fitness Half Marathon & HCA Virginia 8k
Live bands, spirit groups and enthusiastic spectators line a course that runs through
historic neighborhoods, along the scenic James River and past Virginia Commonwealth
and Virginia Union universities. What can we say? We work hard to live up to our rep as
“America’s Friendliest Marathon”!
DECEMBER 12 CarMax Tacky Light Run
We’ve taken Richmond’s tackiest tradition and turned it into an over-the-top event for
anyone and everyone. So dust off your ugliest holiday sweater, find anything you can that
lights up or glows, hang your stockings by the chimney with care, and get your milk and
cookies ready because Santa is coming early this year!
FIND YOUR FAVORITE ACTIVITY TODAY
For more information about any of these
events, visit www.sportsbackers.org
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BAND INFO
LOCATION
BAND
GENRE
Start Area – Broad St. & Gilmer St.
Silver Bullets
Jazz/R&B
W. Franklin & Harrison
Offering
Acoustic Rock
1219 W. Broad St.
Sunbox
Pop/Rock
Broad St. & Lombardy St.
Time Benderz
Popular Covers
Lombardy & Grace St.
Ross Wright
Pop/R&B/Gospel
Stuart Circle - CarMax Drive to the Finish
The Funk Brothers
DJ
Robert E. Lee Monument
DJ Rodney S
DJ
Monument Ave. & N. Meadow St.
The Stray Dog Band
Rock & Roll
Monument Ave. & N. Allison St.
WHAT'S ON TAP
Rock/Pop
Monument Ave. & Strawberry St.
Joshua Wake
Alternative
Jefferson Davis Monument
Bruiser
Classic Rock
Monument Ave. & Mulberry St.
Mike Lucci Band
Chicago Style Blues
Monument Ave. & Colonial Ave.
Wave Church Worship Band
Inspirational/Christian Rock
Matthew Fontaine Maury Monument
The Camping Party
DJ
Monument Ave. & Cleveland St.
Remedy
Rock & Roll
Monument Ave. & Tilden St.
C-Dawgy Dawg All Stars
Rock & Roll
Arthur Ashe Monument
Tredegar
Rock
Monument Ave. & N. Thompson St.
Chris Lucas & Friends
Acoustic Rock/Classic Rock
Monument Ave. & Lafayette St.
Curbside Collective
Pop/Rock
Monument Ave. & Malvern Ave.
DJ Lew Wright
DJ
Monument Ave. & Antrim Ave.
2G
Classic Rock
Monument Ave. & Sauer Ave.
Just Us Band
Jazz/Pop/R&B
Monument Ave. & Shenandoah St.
AndiBand
Pop/Rock
Monument Ave. & Commonwealth Ave.
Betsy Lynne & The Boys
Folk/Pop
Monument Ave. & Westmoreland St.
Salted Dawg Blues
Blues/Rock
Monument Ave. & Chantilly St.
Richmond Rock Exchange
Classic Rock
Monument Ave. & Boulevard
John Ivins Worship Band
Christian Rock
1222 W. Franklin St.
JEB Stuart Old Time Front Porch Band
Old time music with bluegrass
W. Franklin St. & Birch St.
3rd Wave
Instrumental Surf Rock
W. Franklin & Harrison
Funk Brothers
DJ
W. Franklin & Shafer
DJ Lloyd T
DJ
Virginia529 Kids Run
Silly Bus
Kids Music
Finish Chute Stage
DJ EZ Hutch
Urban/Old School
Main Stage from 9 to 9:45 a.m.
Long Arms
Indie/Rock
Main Stage from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.
The Wild Feathers
Rock/Folk
SUBWAY POST-RACE FESTIVAL IN MONROE PARK
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Special thanks to all the sponsors, volunteers and participants who
make the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k possible.
EVENT CHARITIES:
ALISON BURLESON Merchandise
ALISON BURNETTE
Merchandise
BRENNA CREECH
Training Team Coordinator
WENDY COGGSDALE Start Area/Wave Coordinator
CINDY DICELLO Development Manager
WILL DIXON Kids Run Finish Area Coordinator
and Sponsorship Manager
TIM DUNKUM Course Marshal Coordinator
JEFF FITCH
Sponsorship Director
RO GAMMON Start Festival
BETSY GARBER Registration Coordinator (T-shirt Area)
MARCY GEORGE Walk-up Registration and
Post-Race Food Coordinator
MICHAEL GEORGE Start/Finish Line Coordinator
FRAN GILDAY Registration Coordinator and Finish Line
MARY MARSHALL GRAEBER Volunteer Coordinator
ROY GRIER Kids Run Start Coordinator
AMY HARTLEY Street Team Coordinator
FAITH HECHT Kids Run Director and
Healthy School Challenge Coordinator
MAX HEPP-BUCHANAN Bike Valet Coordinator
MOLLY JOHNSON Finish Festival Coordinator
ROSCOE JOHNSON Barricade Set-up Liaison
ANDREW KENNEDY
Sponsorship Manager
MEGHAN KEOGH Expo Director
LAUREN KIGER Massey Cancer Center Liaison
STEPHANIE KIRKSEY Kids Run Entertainment Coordinator
DONA LAWSON Accounting Manager
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JAY LENZI Water Stop Coordinator
MIKE LEVINS Registration Coordinator and Start Line
JON LUGBILL Sports Backers Executive Director
OLIVIA MOBAYED
Street Team captain
SUSAN MORGAN Start Ceremony Coordinator
RUTHIE MORRISON Active RVA Expo Booth
CHRIS OLSON
Sports Backers Intern
CARRIE PARKER
YMCA 10k Training Team Head Coach
RAY PATTERSON
City Support and Logistics Manager
JACKI QUINLAN
Kids Run RVA Coordinator
JOHN RAIGINS
Set-up and Breakdown Manager
LISA RANDOLPH Race Director
LIN REHAK Awards Coordinator
DR. JEFF ROBERTS
Medical Director
GREG ROTH Elite Athletes Coordinator
ROBBIE RUSBULDT Band Support & Spirit Group Coordinator
RICK SALAMIDA
Water Stop Support
SCOTT SCHRICKER Marketing Director
MEGAN SCHULTZ Signage and Medical Liaison
DR. PHIL SHERROD
Medical Support
ASHLEE SNIDER
Graphic Design
THOM SUDDETH Elite Athlete Coordinator
NAN TURNER Registration & Social Media Coordinator
BRANTLEY TYNDALL Dash for the Cash and SAG Support
SHIHAN WIJEYERATNE Sports Backers Intern
SHAWN WINTER Bike Valet Coordinator
PETE WOODY PR Coordinator
MICHELLE WRIGHT
YMCA 10k Training Team Co-Coach
MOLLY WRIGHT Digital Marketing and Social Media Coordinator