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Sponsorship opportunities for 5th annual Run for Faith

It’s no stretch to say the fifth annual Run for Faith, which commemorates the life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi, is welcoming to new sponsors. For more info, visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org. The race takes place on Sunday, August 23 at 8:30am at Plimoth Plantation.
It’s no stretch to say the fifth annual Run for Faith, which commemorates the life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi, is welcoming to new sponsors. For more info, visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org. The race takes place on Sunday, August 23 at 8:30am at Plimoth Plantation.

PLYMOUTH, MA…

The Run for Faith recently announced the availability of sponsorship opportunities for new corporate sponsors for its fifth-year race, which takes place on Sunday, August 23 at 8:30am at historic Plimoth Plantation.

The Run for Faith offers several layers of sponsorship opportunities, which includes: Hummingbird Sponsorship ($2500); Song Sparrow Sponsorship ($1000); Red Robin Sponsorship ($500); and the Chickadee Sponsorship ($250). Each sponsorship contains different levels of exposure for businesses; the greater the sponsorship amount, the greater exposure for your company.

“The local business community has been very generous to us from year one. Part of that is due to our members of our family being a part of the Plymouth business community for many years and many knew my mother,” said Matthew Romboldi, Run for Faith organizer and son of Faith Marcia “Marcy” Romboldi, in whose memory the race is held. Faith lost her battle to ovarian cancer in 2010.

Added Romboldi, “The other part is that word has gotten around about the race and the causes we support—like the Yawkey Center for Cancer Care and ovarian cancer research, as well as the local high school scholarships.”

Some of this year’s sponsors include: Ziggy’s Ice Cream; Marty’s Buick GMC; Plimoth Plantation; Cold Spring AC; Plymouth Belle Cruises; Stevens The Florist; Mayflower Wine & Spirits; Newfield House; Mamma Mia’s; Mahasset Gardens; Cape Auto; Baker’s Auto; RJF Homes; G&G Silkscreen Embroidery; Associated Engineers, Inc; Unity Club; WPLM-FM; Plymouth Rock Racing; JM Schneider & Family; Rogers & Gray Insurance; Discount Detail; Tiny T’s Sealcoat; JB Carpentry;  Northeast AC; and the Water Street Cafe.

In its brief history, the Run for Faith has donated more than $20,000 to the Dana Farber’s Yawkey Center for Cancer Care, $10,000 in scholarships to graduating Plymouth North and Plymouth South high school students, as well as monies supporting local non-profits like Plymouth Public Library and Sweet Adelines.

With the 5th annual Run for Faith set for Sunday, August 23, organizers are counting on year five of this 4.58-mile race to break previous fundraising efforts and new sponsors are a significant part of that endeavor.

Those interested in being a sponsor can contact Matt Romboldi at info@runforfaithplymouth.org.

The 4.58-mile Run for Faith race loop captures spectacular views of Cape Cod Bay, the Eel River and scenic horse farms. The course features rolling hills and unmatched history.  Water stations are plentiful and the event is chip timing for more accurate time tracking. This technology also triggers a camera along the course so runners can have a photo of themselves in action during the run.  Walkers are welcome.

The Run for Faith is a gold member in the Bayside Runner Racing Series. The entry fee is $25and runners can register at www.runforfaithplymouth.org.

Cash prizes will go to top three finishers, male and female, and awards will be given to top finishers for various age groups. Post-race “light refreshments” will include bananas, oranges, bagels, muffins and scones. To amuse younger family members, a jumpy house will be available. A number of vendors will be on hand to sell their wares before and after the race.

The Run for Faith is organized by Run for Faith, Inc., which is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to commemorate the special life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi who gave so much of herself to both individuals and the community.

For more information, please visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org, or email info@runforfaithplymouth.org. You can view the course online at: http://www.mapmyrun.com/us/plymouth-ma/run-for-faith-plymouth-ma-route-115100461.

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Plymouth Thanksgiving Day road races wrap-up

PLYMOUTH, MA…

Winner, winner, turkey dinner. That was the reward for most of the 1,000-plus participants in the Plymouth Turkey Trot and the Thanksgiving Day Pilgrim 5k Run and Walk. For some of the speedier participants, they walked home with some hardware and recognition for their place in these two Thanksgiving Day races.

For the men, Scott Gorneau won the Turkey Day Trot with a time of 28:49. Amy Knoblock of Plymouth won the women’s division with a time of 32:24. Age group winners for the rest of the Turkey Trot include: Christopher Gren and Kate Fisher for the 1- 15 Division; Zac Peterson and Rebecca Stanton for the 16-19 division; Garret Seibert and Kelly Sweeney for the 20-29 division; Michael Trostel and Nicole Romboldi for the 30-39 division; Kirk Koylan and Dianne Cheverre for the 40-49 division; Jimmy Bunnell and Andrea Pape for the 50-59 division; and Rick Stetson and Mary Houbolt for the 60-69 division.

In the Thanksgiving Day 5k Run and Walk, Kieran Condon won for the men with a time of 18:41. Amy Knoblock won for the women with a time of 21 minutes flat. Knoblock’s second victory of the day earned her a first place finish in the Second Helping Challenge for runners how participated in both races. Knoblock’s over all time was 53:24. Joseph Leonard won the Second Helping Challenge for the men with a combined time of 54:06.

“To paraphrase Ernie Banks, it was a great for a road race, let’s run two,” said Steve Dubin, a spokesperson for the Plymouth Turkey Trot and Thanksgiving Day 5k Run and Walk. “Seriously, we are quite grateful for the turnout at both races and the generous amount of canned good items runners at both races contributed for the Greater Plymouth Food Warehouse. These races get better every year and we’re looking forward to bigger and better things for next year.”

For complete race results, Runners who participated in these races can find the complete race results at http://www.coolrunning.com/results/13/ma/Nov28_Plymou_set8.shtml. A professional photographer was also on hand for both races. Runners who would like to purchase race day photos can visit http://plymouth-rock-racing.smugmug.com/Events/2013-Plymouth-Turkey-Trot-and/34834911_JMnG94#!i=2941393131&k=Tv3tnTR.

For the crew who put together Plymouth Turkey Trot and Thanksgiving Day 5k, the long Thanksgiving was a brief respite before the next race, the Santa Run, on Saturday, December 7. For more information, please visit www.runplymouth.com.

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Plymouth Turkey Trot turns up the heat on battle for best Thanksgiving Day road race in America’s hometown

Plymouth Turkey Trot logoPLYMOUTH, MA…

When you think of Thanksgiving Day rivalries, it’s usually a discussion about high school football. In Plymouth, Mass, the birthplace of Thanksgiving Day tradition, a new rivalry has begun with the announcement of the Plymouth Turkey Trot, a 4.77 mile run on Thanksgiving morning. The new race represents the fourth road race that takes within Thanksgiving week in the town where the Thanksgiving holiday began.

In addition to the new Plymouth Turkey Trot, three other road races will take place in Plymouth. Those include the Plymouth Turkey Trot’s sister race, the third annual Thanksgiving Day Pilgrim 5k on Thanksgiving morning, the Turkey Chase for Charity and America’s Hometown’s Thanksgiving Race the latter two taking place during the weekend prior to Thanksgiving.

“I don’t know of any city or town in the country that has more Thanksgiving road races than the town of Plymouth, which is probably fitting considering the origins of the holiday,” said Steve Dubin, spokesperson for the Plymouth Turkey Trot and Thanksgiving Day 5k, as well as the Old Sandwich Road Race, which is held in June. “While you certainly don’t wish ill will towards fellow local road races, there is a competition to put on the race that’s going to attract the most local runners as well as folks looking for a getaway over the holidays.”

The Plymouth Turkey Trot starts at Memorial Park on the Waterfront at Plymouth Rock at 7:30am. The 4.77 mile course offers scenic views of the Plymouth’s picturesque oceanfront, and passes several historical sites including Plymouth Rock, Burial Hill and The Mayflower. The cost to register is $20 before November 1. Prizes will be awarded to men’s and women’s winners in several age groups.

“The Turkey Trot gives runners who might have some traveling to do for Thanksgiving an early start so they can get their run in and then head on  over to Grandma’s house or wherever they’re going for a guilt-free Thanksgiving-Day dinner,” said Dubin.

For complete information, on the Plymouth Turkey Trot, visit www.plymouthturkeytrot.com.

The third annual Thanksgiving Day Pilgrim 5k kicks off from the Village Racquet and Fitness Center, at Pine Hills, 30 Gold Drive, Plymouth at 9:30 a.m. rain or shine on Thanksgiving morning. The course includes the oldest road in America, Old Sandwich Road. This race site was the original trail used by Pilgrims and Native Americans in the 1600’s as they traveled from Plymouth to Sandwich, Mass. Cost is $20 online until November 1.

All participants will receive a custom finishers’ medal.  T-Shirts, designed by professional graphic artists, will be given to all 1,000 runners.

For complete information visit http://thanksgivingdaypilgrim5k.yolasite.com.

If you or your company is interested in sponsoring either the Plymouth Turkey Trot or the Thanksgiving Day Turkey 5k, please contact Steve Dubin at 781-582-1061 or sdubin@prworkzone.com.

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Run like the wind. Plymouth, MA 4-mile, Run for Faith, set for second run on Sun., August 19—minus hurricane?

Last year's Run for Faith
Will there be a hurricane for this year's Run for Faith?

PLYMOUTH, MA…
Most new road races expect a few bumps in the proverbial road in the first year. For the Run for Faith, a four-mile race through historic Plymouth, Massachusetts, that bump was Hurricane Irene. For its second run, set for Sunday, August 19, Run for Faith organizers are hoping for nothing more than a little sea breeze, just to keep runners cool on the run through historic Plymouth, MA.

“We had a surprisingly good turnout in spite of the impending weather,” said Matthew Romboldi, Run for Faith organizer and one of the children for whom the race is dedicated, the late Faith Romboldi. “For this year, we’re hoping for a lot nicer weather, a lot more runners, and to raise more monies for the causes that were dear to my mother.”

Last year’s Run for Faith resulted in two $2500 scholarships to students graduating from Plymouth North and Plymouth South in 2012. The Run for Faith also contributed $5000 to Dana Farber’s Yawkey Center for Cancer Care, a cause near and dear to Mrs. Romboldi, who lost her battle to ovarian cancer in 2010.

The second annual Run for Faith 4Miler, which is a a gold member in the Bayside Runner Racing Series, is set for Sunday, August 19 at 9 a.m. at historic Plimoth Plantation. Entry fee is $25 – which will once again go to scholarships for Plymouth high school students, Dana Farber and other Plymouth charities and non-profits.

The 4 mile race loop captures spectacular views of Cape Cod Bay, the Eel River and scenic horse farms. The course features rolling hills and unmatched history.  Water stations will available and the event will be professionally timed by Spitler Racing Systems.  There will also be a Stroller Division, so runners can run with their young children.

Prizes will go to top finishers, male and female, and awards will be given to top finishers for various age groups. Post-race “light refreshments” will include bananas, oranges, bagels, muffins and scones.  To amuse younger family members, a jumpy house will be available. A number of vendors will be on hand to sell their wares before and after the race.

The Run for Faith is organized by Run for Faith, Inc., which is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to commemorate the special life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi who gave so much of herself to both individuals and the community.

Faith, or “Marcy” as she was known by her friends and family, was a teacher, member of the Red Hat’s Society, Sweet Adeline’s, and Daughters of the American Revolution. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2008. Marcy’s ability to fight this vicious disease with incessant might and unsurpassed grace will never be forgotten and surely serves as inspiration to those who were close. Mostly, Marcy will be remembered for her acts of kindness, generosity and thoughtfulness. Many will remember her for her two best accessories- a lovely hat and a radiant smile!
Corporate sponsors include Nolan Schelle Insurance, Marty’s GMC, Liddell Brothers Traffic Safety Systems, 99.1 WPLM, Powderhorn Press, Plimoth Plantation, Girls on the Go.

For more information and to register for the race, please visit www.runforfaithplymouth.com, or email info@runforfaithplymouth.org. Interested sponsors can contact Matthew Romboldi at 508-400-0751.

View the course online at: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/42074524. There’s a registration link on www.runforfaithplymouth.com or you can go directly to www.active.com.

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Kenyan runner goes the distance to run in third annual Old Sandwich Road Race, June 2 and 3, 2012.

Moninda Marube will participate in this Sunday's Old Sandwich Road Race

PLYMOUTH, MA…

In its short history, the Old Sandwich Road Race has drawn participants from  all around the United States and four foreign countries. With the recent entry of elite runner Kenyan Moninda Marube to the Half Marathon—taking place on Sunday, June 3–the third annual race has its first participant from the continent of Africa.
“The Kenyans are to distance running what the New York Yankees are to baseball, what the Boston Celtics are to basketball—they are a running dynasty,” Steven V. Dubin, Old Sandwich Road Race communications director.  “Moninda’s participation in this race shows you how far the Old Sandwich Road Race has come in just a few years.”
Marube has participated in more than a dozen marathons and half-marathons in the U.S. since 2010. That included winning the 2010 Little Rock Marathon, as well as participating in several prestigious running events, such as the Santa Barbara International Marathon, the MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Marathon, and the Waddell and Reed Kansas City Marathon.
“With his recent winning times, Moninda has the potential to run our course in about an hour and 10 minutes. That would be by far the fastest time for a half marathon in Plymouth or anywhere else south of Boston.” said OSRR Race Director Craig Valentine Brenner.  “It seems like this year’s race, with the location being on historic Old Sandwich Road itself, we’re about to make history once again. Here come the Kenyans.”
Originally a trail used by the Wampanoag Native American tribe, Old Sandwich Road later became the nation’s first true public road and a stagecoach route to ferry passengers and mail back and forth between the Massachusetts towns of Plymouth and Sandwich. Today, the road remains pretty much as the Pilgrims left it–a wide, scenic, dirt road bordered by beautiful tall pine trees and towering oaks. It offers perfect views for runners and a dirt road surface that’s far kinder to the body than asphalt or cement.
The 2012 Old Sandwich Road Race will take place over the course of two days, Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3. The Saturday race will feature the Kids Classic and the OSRR 5k. Sunday’s main events include the OSRR Half Marathon, which takes place on Old Sandwich Road, and the OSRR 10k, beginning at Plimouth Plantation. All races end at Plymouth South High School.
Improvements for the 2012 OSRR include a $3,000 winner-take-all purse for the half marathon winner and finisher’s medals for all half marathon participants. Other improvements include:
• Medals for all half-marathon finishers.
• Improved awards for top three finishers in all races.
• Premium t-shirt for first 800 registrants.
• Bib-Tag Timing System for all races.
• Additional buses for start area transport.
• Additional port-o-potties for half marathon start area.
• Healthier food options at post race barbecue.
• Post-race barbecue open to the public.
A portion of the profits from the Old Sandwich Road Race go to The Home for Little Wanderer’s Baird Center School in Plymouth. The Baird Center School is a year-round residential and day school treatment program for youth aged 10-18 with a wide range of emotional, behavioral, educational and psychiatric issues.
If you would like more information or are interested in running the 2012 Old Sandwich Road Race, please visit  www.oldsandwichroadrace.com. If you or your company is interested in sponsoring next year’s race, please contact Steven V. Dubin, (781) 582-1061 or info@oldsandwichroadrace.com.
You can visit the Old Sandwich Road Race Web site at http://www.oldsandwichroadrace.com. Selected by Runner’s World, as “one of the five races not to miss in 2010”, The Old Sandwich Road Race also has pages on Facebook and Twitter.

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