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The Kauai Marathon Offers One of the Most Spectacular Running Courses in the World, Supports Island Charities
KOLOA,Kauai, Hawaii, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Sparkling blue water.
Pristine white sand beaches. Lush rainforests. Century old volcanoes. All
of these features and more will be on display from a runner's perspective
during the inaugural event, The Kauai Marathon, slated for September 6th, 2009
in Poipu Beach. This world class event will be a full and half marathon that
will draw runners from around the globe to witness one of the most beautiful
islands in the world. The AIMS and USATF certified courses have already been
dubbed, "the most visually stunning running courses in the world", by the
co-author of the Ultimate Guide to Marathons, Rich Hanna. The marathon course
will be a challenging one as it gently climbs to awesome views of the Pacific
through a wide variety of tropical vegetation. It will finish on a descent
back to Poipu Beach where post-race festivities will take place. Along the
route runners will experience rolling hills with magnificent mountain
backdrops, stunning volcano views, spectacular ocean views, the charm of the
tunnel of trees, misty Omao, and rustic rural paved roadways high above the
cobalt blue Pacific Ocean finishing to a rousing welcome back at Poipu Beach.
The founder of The Kauai Marathon, Jeff Sacchini states:
"My vision for this race is to create a world class sporting event that
will draw visitors from around the world that showcases the amazing scenery
and views of the island and couple that with the incredible aloha spirit from
the community." Sacchini said. "It will create a healthy, competitive affair
that will raise money for charity with the net proceeds to keep on the island.
It's a milestone that everyone can feel good about."
To turn his vision into reality, Sacchini has assembled an incredibly
talented team of accomplished sporting event professionals to assist him in
achieving this world-class event.
Bob Craver, a resident ofKalaheo,Kauai will be the co-race director. He
was the race director for many years at the Maui Marathon and has built his
career in assisting in the production of various world-class sporting events.
He will manage the course, security, traffic, aid stations and finish line
responsibilities. He will oversee all race logistics and be the liaison on
the island for the event.
Rich Hanna, two time national 100k running champion, will handle course
certification and timing duties for both the full and the half marathon.
Chris Balestreri, an avid runner, will handle the vendor expo the day
preceding the race. She has extensive experience in special events
coordination with numerous organizations on the west coast.
Amy Griggs will oversee the vendor coordination and assist in the set-up
of the expo. She has built her career in putting on event coordination for
adventure races with GGP and IMG internationally.
At present, a variety of sponsorship opportunities are available ranging
from major event sponsors to race day sponsors. These opportunities enable
businesses of all sizes to enjoy tremendous brand recognition and visibility
both on race day and in the months leading up to the event.
Ultimately, it is hoped that runners, sponsors, families and associates
will all discover whatKauai has to offer, not only as the home of the world's
most magnificent marathon course, but as the perfect place to vacation, relax
and connect with the beauty of nature.
Up to date information on the Kauai Marathon is available online:
http://www.thekauaimarathon.com
Questions and requests for additional information may be directed to Jeff
Sacchini at 209.614.4494 PST or Bob Craver at 808.283.2078 HST.
SOURCE The Kauai Marathon
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