New Marine Corps Marathon Event Series Launches This Saturday, March 29, at 8:00 a.m. Butler Relay 10K starts and finishes at newly renovated Butler Stadium

What: The first race of the new MCM Event Series, the Butler Relay, features two-person teams completing a 10K course in two waves.

When:  Saturday, March 29 at 8:00 a.m.

Where: Butler Stadium (Located behind Barber Physical Activity Center), Marine Corps Base Quantico, 2073 Barnett Ave, Quantico, VA 22134

Background:     The Butler Relay starts and finishes at Quantico’s newly renovated Butler Stadium, featuring a state-of-the-art track. The race takes runners on a scenic tour of Marine Corps Base Quantico, including an off-road section of the USATF-certified course.  Open to runners age 10 and up, registration is still available at www.marinemarathon.com.  Runners may sign up through race morning individually or as teams. The $36 registration fee includes a shirt, chip rental, event coin sponsored by Marine Federal Credit Union, hospitality and entertainment.

Runners who participate in any race in the 2008 MCM Event Series are eligible for Event Series awards. Runners will receive points for their placement within the open male and female categories, and within the master’s male and female categories. Age group awards will be presented for each event and will fall into five year age increments through 70 and older.

The new MCM Event Series invites runners and fitness enthusiasts to participate in a range of race experiences. The Event Series sponsored by Geico and Marine Federal Credit Union  includes the Butler Relay, a 10K relay race; Run Amuck, a 5K course featuring a variety of obstacles; RunStock, a 5K race followed by a live concert; and the Turkey Trot, a traditional 10K race complete with a turkey for the winner.

Beth Johnson
Public Relations Coordinator
Phone: 703-432-1165
Fax: 703-784-2265
www.marinemarathon.com