Sports Backers Blog
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Kids Run RVA - Reflecting on 2017 and Looking Ahead to 2018
Thursday, January 11th
Man what a year Kids Run RVA had! In 2017, we supported 70 run clubs that got kids moving across the region, from Amelia to Henrico, Hanover to Petersburg, and everywhere in between! As we reflect back on the year, there were so many special moments and countless people who made each of those moments…
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Bike Walk Hanover Gains Traction Going into The New Year
Thursday, January 11th
In 2017, Bike Walk RVA really turned its attention to Hanover County for the first time in the five years we have been active. We did this in order to help County government and residents take some important steps to becoming a safer and more healthy and active community. Progress continues into the New Year,…
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Active RVA Now Accepting Applications for Certification and Awards Program
Thursday, January 4th
Sports Backers and Active RVA are now accepting applications for the Active RVA Certification and Awards program. The program recognizes the Richmond region’s exceptional employers, schools, and early childhood education providers that are implementing innovative programs to promote physical activity. All certified organizations will be honored at the Active RVA Awards presented by Cigna on…
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Sports Backers Announces Two New Additions to Staff
Tuesday, January 2nd
RICHMOND, VA – Sports Backers, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring residents from all corners of the Richmond region to live actively, is pleased to welcome new staff members Brittney Antozzi and Mara George. Brittney will serve as Sponsorship Manager, while Mara will serve as Event Production Coordinator. Brittney Antozzi - Sponsorship Manager Brittney joins Sports…
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Sports Backers Named 'Gold Level' Bike Friendly Business by League of American Bicyclists
Thursday, December 21st
RICHMOND, VA – The League of American Bicyclists recently recognized Sports Backers with a Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, joining over 1,000 visionary businesses across the country that have received the award. Sports Backers has been a Bike Friendly Business since 2013 and this marks the first time the non-profit organization has earned…
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Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k Named a Top Event in the BibRave 100
Tuesday, December 5th
RICHMOND, VA – The Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger was recently named to The BibRave 100: A Definitive List of the Best Races in America, by the BibRave race promotions and event management company. The event was listed among the top 15 10k-distance races in the country and is an annual favorite for…
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Registration Now Open for Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger
Tuesday, November 28th
RICHMOND, VA – Registration is now open for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger, with the event taking place on Saturday, April 14, 2018. This marks the 19th running of the community event and offers participants the opportunity to collect the second piece of the special three-piece finisher medal that will celebrate the event’s 20th anniversary in…
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Sports Backers Launches New Online Store for Merchandise, Apparel, and Accessories
Tuesday, November 21st
Sports Backers has launched a new online store for event merchandise, training gear, and a great selection of other RVA-themed active living apparel, all available at https://www.sportsbackers.org/shop/. The online shop went live on November 15 and is currently accepting orders for all items in stock. Marathon Finisher Items Available For participants in the Nov. 10…
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Henrico County Elects Safe Streets Advocate to Board of Supervisors
Wednesday, November 8th
Last night, voters in Henrico’s Brookland District picked Courtney Lynch to be their newest representative to the County’s Board of Supervisors. Lynch ran a campaign that emphasized transparency, education, inclusivity and… wait for it… safe streets! That’s right, the newest leader at the helm in one of our region’s fastest-growing jurisdictions wants to make that…
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Catching the Running Bug with the Half Marathon
Friday, November 3rd
Most people catch the running bug after taking part in a race and deciding they want to keep going. Meredith Colton Funnell, a Mechanicsville resident, only needed to watch a friend run to discover her love for the sport. “I had run a few 5k races, but didn’t run on a regular basis. I also…