Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k Sets Entry Record; Over 31,200 registered
Online Registration Closes March 24th; Walk-up Registration available at Anthem Health and Fitness Expo

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By Mike McCormick
Posted Friday, 20 March, 2009

RICHMOND, VA - The 10th annual Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by POWERade, which will be held Saturday, March 28th, set its 10th straight entry record by surpassing last year’s record of 31,158 participants earlier today, the Sports Backers announced.

“The Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k has grown every year of its existence, which is a testament to how much the community loves this event,” said Sports Backers executive director Jon Lugbill. “We are thrilled that so many Richmonders and visitors are participating in our 10th anniversary. Thousands upon thousands lead a healthier lifestyle by signing up with friends and family members and coming out to a fabulous celebration of fitness.”

Final participation numbers will be tallied at the conclusion of Anthem Health and Fitness Expo when walk-up registration closes.

Online Registration Closes March 24th – Online registration will be open for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue and the First Market Mile Kids Run until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24th at www.sportsbackers.org. The current entry fees are $35 for the 10k entries and $20 for the kids run.

Walk Up Registration Available at Anthem Health and Fitness Expo – Procrastinators who miss online registration may still enter the race in person at the Anthem Health and Fitness Expo, site of Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k packet pick up. The expo will be held at the Arthur Ashe Athletic Center on Thursday and Friday, March 26 and 27, from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. both days. The cost to walk up and register at the expo is $40 for the 10k and $25 for the Kids Run. There is no race day registration available on race day, March 28.

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