2013-11-26

New York Road Runners Named Title Sponsor of Millrose Games

New York Road Runners (NYRR) will become the title sponsor of the 2014Millrose Games, the most prestigious indoor track & field event in the United States. The 2014 NYRR Millrose Games will take place at the New Balance Track & Field Center at The Armory, February 15, 2014.

Council for Responsible Sport Announces Certifications

The 2013 Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon, powered by P&G, has earned silver level certification from the Council for Responsible Sport for efforts to reduce the event’s environmental footprint and increase its social impact. The Flying Pig Marathon’s sustainability program is titled Greening the Pig. The 2013 Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon and 5k has earned silver level certification from the Council for Responsible Sport for efforts to reduce the event’s environmental footprint and increase its social impact.

ACTIVE Network Celebrates Fall Marathon Season

ACTIVE Network, Inc., has powered more than 100,000 marathon runners across the finish line since the start of the fall 2013 marathon season. ACTIVE Network is the technology partner to four of the 10 largest marathons in the US. Among the largest fall marathons, the Portland Marathon celebrated its 41st anniversary in October with more than 9,300 participants.

OC Marathon Gears Up for 10th Anniversary

The OC Marathon heads into its 10th anniversary year poised to break several event records from entries in the full and half marathons and the obesity-fighting Kids Run the OC to economic impact and charitable fundraising. Set for May 4, 2014, the OC Marathon is considered one of the best full and half marathon courses in the state with its diverse terrain, changing vistas and majestic ocean views.

ASICS Announces Sponsorship

Foot Locker announced that ASICS America will be the presenting sponsor and official apparel, footwear and accessories provider for the Foot Locker Cross Country Championships through 2015. This year, the Northeast, Midwest, and South regional races will be held on November 30, while the West regional race will take place on December 7.  The Finals will be held onDecember 14, in San Diego, CA.

ACTIVE Network to Power 5K Foam Fest Events

ACTIVE Network celebrates its first year with Round House Racing as the technology partner for their flagship event, the 5K Foam Fest. The 5K Foam Fest attracts up to 10,000 participants to each event and has grown from three events in 2011, to 24 events in 2013. In 2014, Round House Racing plans to increase to 35 events and expand globally.

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