Sports Backers Blog
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Richmond Times-Dispatch/Sports Backers Scholar-Athlete Finalists Announced
Thursday, May 22nd
Times-Dispatch/Sports Backers Scholar-Athlete finalists announced Winners to be named at June 2 awards dinner Richmond, VA – The Richmond Region’s finest high school scholar-athletes will be on display and rewarded for their hard work on Monday night, June 2, when the 23rd annual Times-Dispatch/Sports Backers Scholar-Athlete Awards Dinner takes place at The Jefferson Hotel. This…
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Athletes Ready to SUP at Dominion Riverrock
Thursday, May 1st
As Dominion Riverrock approaches, athletes like Bronwyn Comer are getting ready to race in the SUP events. By: McKenzie Vergara Stand Up Paddle boarding, or SUP, is one of the fastest growing water sports in the country, and it has certainly taken hold in RVA. Richmond resident Bronwyn Comer got her first taste of SUP…
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Encouraging Activity in Fitness Deserts
Wednesday, April 16th
Brandy Lewis led a 10k crew through her church, Sixth Mount Zion Baptist, and now with support from the Anthem Foundation and Sports Backers they'll have even more opportunities to live an active lifestyle. By: McKenzie Vergara Brandy Lewis is a coach, a leader, a friend, and an inspiration. This year, Lewis led a Ukrop’s…
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2014 Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k: What to Expect on Race Day
Tuesday, March 25th
YMCA 10k Training Team Head Coach Dan Blankenship has advice on what you'll encounter at the 10k - and how to best prepare for the big day. What to Expect on Race Day2014 Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k DO NOW Drive the course sometime between now and race day. Scope out the area so you are familiar…
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RVA Runner Finds Special Motivation for 15th 10k
Tuesday, March 25th
Jameson Eddy, one of 53 people who have run every Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, has found extra-special motivation for his 15th run. By: McKenzie Vergara Jameson Eddy is a proud participant in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k, and has been for many years. In fact, he is one of 53 people that can say he…
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Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k: A Family Tradition
Thursday, March 20th
Brad Armstrong and his two daughters make the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k an annual tradition, and it continues to be a great bonding experience. By: McKenzie Vergara Brad Armstrong has been running for over 40 years. Like most, running was just a way to stay fit, but it quickly turned into something special he shared…
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No Such Thing as Having TuTu Much Fun for These Runners
Wednesday, February 26th
For the 'TuTu Many Races' running group, the goal is to stay healthy and active while having as much fun as possible - and their next stop is the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k. By: McKenzie Vergara After hitting a weight loss goal of 10 percent of her body weight, Megan Caton celebrated in a different…
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The World Series Finals of Professional Squash Association coming to Richmond, March 15-19, 2014
Friday, February 21st
Richmond-based Pro Squash Promotions, LC announced that they have been fortunate to secure a most prestigious event as a follow up to the elite North American Open played here for many years. In March we will host the Professional Squash Association World Series Finals. Therefore, the Top 8 players in the world will be here playing a…
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PULSE 2.20.14
Thursday, February 20th
Check out the newest PULSE! In this week's issue, read about how AT&T Dash for the Cash contestant Jackie Woods almost missed out on the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, learn the nine surprising ways running helps your body, and find out four strategies for overcoming pre-race nerves. All that and more in this week's PULSE!
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Running For Her Life
Thursday, February 6th
10k Training Team coach Mary Anne Williams turned to running to deal with the stress of a cancer diagnosis, and it has opened doors to a world of fun, friendship, and achievement. By: McKenzie Vergara Coming off of a breast cancer diagnosis at age 47, Mary Anne Williams needed an outlet to help deal with…