Cellcom Green Bay Marathon

Thousands of runners in pursuit of victory and personal bests take to the legendary streets of Green Bay for the Cellcom Green Bay Marathon on June 24, 2001. Participants in the full marathon will test their endurance on 26.2 miles of pavement in hopes of capturing a piece of the $50,000 purse. Runners looking for a shorter experience have the opportunity to compete in either a 13.1 mile half-marathon or a 4-mile run/walk.

Altered slightly from 2000, this year's course is extremely flat, opening the door for some high octane competition. Scoring is handled by a high-tech scoring system using computer chips fitted to all runners to produce the most accurate timing possible. The race is also sanctioned by the United States Track and Field Standards, and participants can use the marathon as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.

Along the route, runners are met with 26 water stations with water and Sobe Sports Drink, 4 medical stations and a giant tailgate party at the finish line. Race sponsor Cellcom is even making it possible for runners' friends and families to take part in the race with Cellcom Cellular Phone Service Convenience Stations along the course giving participants the opportunity to call home during the race. For those runners who want to stay in the heat of the race, the Cellcom Biking Team will even dial-up and hand runners the phone so they can talk as they stride for the finish.

For more information or to register for the fun, call 1-800-889-1859 or click here

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Brenda Krainik
Marketing Director
Phone: 920/405-1176
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