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37th Annual Phoenix 10K!

I’ll see you there!

http://www.phoenix10k.com/index.htm

HALF MARATHON 
13.1 Miles – Start at 7:00 am 

A new addition to the Phoenix 10K event, the course for this popular distance is expected to start on Jefferson near Central, circle the state Capitol and then head North on Central Avenue to a turn around point that will send the runners back to the finish at CityScape. All finishers will get a medal designed by renowned jeweler Al Molina. Age division medals will be mailed to the top 3 male and female finishers based on CHIP time in the following age divisions: 10 & under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90+. Separate award to 1st overall male and female finishers (not based on net chip time).

COUPLES DIVISION allows two people running the half marathon to register for a special price and challenge others for best combined time. A couple is defined as any two people in a relationship, any gender, but must be kept within your species. 

Incentives for Half Marathon: Setting new records pays only one person for each record. 
GUN TIMES will be used for determining payment and setting new records.

Set new Half Marathon Male state record  (1:02:38) ………..$1,000
Set new Half Marathon Female state record (1:11:49) …….$1,000

10K RUN   
6.2 Miles – Start at 9:00 am 

Starting on Jefferson close to 1st Ave, this event will be one of the first to “Race the Rail” up and down Central Avenue. Water stations will be along the way as well as music to keep your feet moving and arms pumping. Medals will be mailed to the top 3 male and female finishers based on CHIP time in the following age divisions: 10 & under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-7 ,80-84, 85-89 and 90+. Separate award to 1st overall male and female finishers (not based on net chip time).
In an effort to open the course back up to the community, participants should be able to finish the 10K course in one hour 45 minutes. The time limit is necessary to ensure the health and safety of all participants as the public roadways must be opened to normal traffic at specified times. Runners exceeding that pace may be asked by a course marshal or City of Phoenix Police Officer to finish the course on an adjacent sidewalk.

Incentives for 10K: Setting new records pays only one person for each record. 
GUN TIMES will be used for determining payment and setting new records.

Males running a sub 31:00 ……………………$100
Females running a sub 35:00 ………………….$100
Set new 10k Male state record  (27:41) ………..$1,000
Set new 10k Female state record (32:02) ……….$1,000
Set new Male Masters state record  (30:34) …….$200
Set new Female Masters state record  (35:55) …..$200
Set new Male course record (30:10) …………..$100
Set new Female course record (34:55) …………$100
Set new Male Masters course record (35:49) ……$100
Set new Female Masters course record (36:13) ….$100

Jesse Owen Award…. Fastest 1st mile male and female will receive a plaque.

THE AGE RACE    Presented by Runner’s Den

Participants who complete the 10K in a time less than their age on race day will receive a certificate in the mail celebrating their accomplishment and a special gift from Runner’s Den. No need for a special sign up to be eligible. 
Example: If you are 40 years old and run a 39:59, then you win.

USAT&F CHAMPIONSHIP

The Phoenix 10K has been selected by USAT&F to be the state championship race for the 10K and the 5K distance.
You must be an Arizona resident to qualify. If you plan to compete in this championship race (Arizona residents only) you must register prior to race day. USAT&F medals to the top 10 Arizona Male and Female finishers in the 5K and the 10K race. USAT&F medals to the top 5 Arizona Male and Female Masters finishers in the 5K and the 10K race.

A timing chip must be worn for timing and scoring. Finish position will be based on GUN time. 

DOUBLEHEADER   

Run more than just the 10K! Add $8.00 to your entry fee to run the 5K first. You will get an official time for both events and be eligible for medals in both. Special awards will be given for the best overall combined time male and female. You will get one race packet and use the same bib number for both races. If you have not registered for the Doubleheader you will get only one time posted even if you run twice.

For accurate timing you must finish the 5K in a time that allows you to get to the start of the 10K at 9 am. 

>5K RUN    Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
3.1 Miles – Start at 8:00 am 

Basically the same course as the 10K, only you don’t have to go as far. Medals will be mailed to the top 3 male and female finishers based on CHIP time in the following age divisions: 10 & under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90+. Separate award to 1st overall male and female finishers (not based on net chip time).

Incentives for 5K: Setting new records pays only one person for each record.
GUN TIMES will be used for determining payment and setting new records.

Males running a sub 15:30 ……………………$50
Females running a sub 18:30 ………………….$50 
Set new 5K Male state record (14:15) ………….$500
Set new 5K Female state record (16:26) ………..$500
Set new 5K Male Masters state record (15:44) …..$150
Set new 5K Female Masters state record (17:03) …$150
Set new Male course record (14:15) …………..$100
Set new Female course record (17:03) …………$100
Set new Male Masters course record (17:11) ……$100
Set new Female Masters course record (17:03) ….$100

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