The Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon has announced the race day as Sunday, May 15, 2011 and online registration will open on Monday, August 2, 2010, at www.PittsburghMarathon.com.
The race day has been shifted from traditional timing of the first Sunday in May to third Sunday of May.
Race Director Patrice Matamoros said “A convention in town that weekend has completely sold out hotel rooms. With the help and support of many city and county departments, we worked out this one-year date change as the best possible solution to accommodate our runners.”
Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato said “In its two years back, the Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon has exceeded our expectations with record registration numbers. Even with a change of date, we know runners will turn out in great numbers and enjoy what has become one of the most respected races.”
In 2010, combined registration for the Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon and FedEx Ground Pittsburgh Marathon Relay reached a sold-out 16,000. The event has seen unprecedented growth, powered by sponsorships from a world-class collection of fitness and wellness brands.
In addition, the event is garnering local and national acclaim for a great all-around runner experience, including excellent race amenities, a top-quality medical staff from UPMC Sports Medicine, excellent volunteer support, and entertainment before, during and after the race.
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