Comcast SportsNet Mid-Atlantic, Marine Corps Marathon partner; lucky winner receives once-in-a-lifetime experience surrounding 35th edition
BETHESDA, Md. - (March 18, 2010) - Comcast SportsNet Mid-Atlantic, the region's premier source for television and online sports coverage, and the Marine Corps Marathon have announced the return of the "Start the Marine Corps Marathon at Your House" contest, which offers fans the chance to win a series of unique experiences and special access surrounding the 35th Marine Corps Marathon.
On Tuesday, April 6, Comcast SportsNet and the Marine Corps Marathon, along with race mascot Miles, will visit the winner at their residence to celebrate the official beginning of the registration period, which opens the following day (April 7). During the visit, which will feature the set-up of the race's iconic starting line arch on site, the winning contestant will participate in a short training run alongside race director Rick Nealis, followed by post-run hospitality, including a massage.
In addition, the contest winner will receive two complimentary elite entries for the 35th Marine Corps Marathon, to be held on Sunday, October 31, two tickets to the "Carbo Dining In" pasta buffet and party at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill on October 30, official Marine Corps Marathon merchandise and apparel and VIP parking on race day. The winner of the contest will also be featured on Comcast SportsNet.
The contest, now in its second year, is open for entry until Thursday, April 1 by registering online at CSNwashington.com. All contestants must reside within a 50-mile radius of Washington, DC.
Voted "Best Marathon for Families", the Marine Corps Marathon continues a combined tradition of dedication, sportsmanship and patriotism. Currently ranked as the fourth largest marathon in the United States and eighth in the world, "The People's Marathon" boasts a course featuring the iconic landmarks of Washington, DC and Arlington, Virginia. Online registration opens Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at: www.marinemarathon.com.
Know someone else who's interested in running and triathlon?
