Komen Tyler Race For Cure Registration Begins
Registration is beginning for the 10th annual Susan G. Komen Tyler Race for the Cure, set for May 10, at Bergfeld Park.
"The Komen Race Series is the world's largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer. The race attracts people of all ages and fitness levels. Although most participants choose to walk or jog, elite runners are also drawn to this event," race spokesperson Ellen Peirce said. "All Komen Race for the Cure courses are certified by USA Track and Field. The first 5,000 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt."
"Breast cancer survivors who wish to be recognized wear complimentary pink caps and T-shirts. In addition, all participants are encouraged to wear 'In Memory Of' and 'In Honor Of' back signs, honoring loved ones for their strength and courage. This is one of the signature traditions that make the Komen Race for the Cure Series so unique," Mrs. Peirce said.
Online registration is available at
www.komentyler.org for $22. Pre-registration for the race for individuals is $25, or participants can register on race day for $30. For a $50 registration fee, the "In the Pink" package includes reserved parking, one race entry and a special gift.
Children, age 12 and younger, can register for $15. All registered children, ages 8 and under, are invited to participate in the kid's dash at 7:45 a.m. All will receive an award.
All survivors are invited to a free breakfast at 7 a.m., and survivors will form a pink ribbon for a group photo at 7:30 a.m. The one mile co-ed fun run/walk begins at 8 a.m. while the 5K co-ed run/walk begins at 8:30 a.m. The awards ceremony starts at 9:45 a.m.
"Power of Ten" is new for 2008. The Race Committee invites East Texans to join them in participating in this effort to ask 10 people to donate $10 to benefit Komen projects.
"Since this marks the race's 10th anniversary, it is even more meaningful. The additional benefit could add up to more $500,000 for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment," Mrs. Peirce said.
If getting up early on a Saturday is not your thing or you will be out of town you can register for the Sleep In for the Cure program. For $35 you will be mailed a T-shirt, bib, sleep shirt and other promotional items from sponsors, including Sleep Masters, Spin Out and Starbucks.
Pre-registration locations and times are:
Monday, May 5: El Charro No. 2, 5-9 p.m.
Tuesday, May 6: Brookshire's, Rice Road, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7: Brookshire's, Rice Road, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 8: Broadway Square Mall, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, May 9: Broadway Square Mall, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Volunteers can help decorate Bergfeld Park with large pink tulips in honor, appreciation or memory of a special one. Tulips are available at registration sites for $10 each.
Bergfeld Park will be filled with activities and booths from local and national sponsors on race day. Attendees can enjoy the free goodies and shop on race day at the Komen boutique. There will be a special children's activities area, and UPS will check purses, strollers, etc. or more information visit www.komentyler.org or call the local affiliate office at 903 561-6992.
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