2010 P.O.G. Morristown 8K
What
This event honors the late Paul Goble, a runner who attended Butler University. Paul continued his running career throughout his life and freely gave his time to coach cross-country and track at Morristown High School. Paul was also the Race Director of the Morristown 10K Run, which was one of the most respected and competitive events in the 70's and 80's. Paul passed away in 2000 while on a training run with his boys and girls team.
The course starts and finishes at Morristown High School, with the turn around in the graveyard where Paul is buried.
The event is an 8K where you can run or walk and is open to people of all ages and abilities.
We reserve the right to delay or cancel the event due to severe weather or other extreme conditions (No Refunds).
Schedule
| Saturday, July 31, 2010 | |
|---|---|
| Registration & Packet Pick-up | 7:00 to 8:15 am |
| 8K Start | 8:30 am |
| Awards Ceremony | 9:45 am |
Entry Fees
| Pre-Registration Deadline for Pre-Registration is NOON, Tuesday, July 27. |
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|---|---|
| 8K Entry Fee - No Shirt | $15.00 |
| Tech Shirt Purchase | $10.00 |
| Late-Registration | |
| 8K Entry Fee - No Shirt | $20.00 |
| Tech Shirt Purchase | $10.00 |
Shirts on race day are available on a first come, first served basis.
Awards
All award winners will receive gift certificates. Awards will be presented at 9:45am. The value of the gift certificates are:
| Open Division | Age Division |
|---|---|
| 1st Place $100 | 1st Place $15 |
| 2nd Place $75 | 2nd Place $12 |
| 3rd Place $50 | 3rd Place $10 |
Trophies will be awarded to boys and girls in age divisions 12 & Under, 13-14 and 15-19.
Age divisions begin at 20-24, then every 5 years up to 80 & over.
Please note: All awards must be picked up during the awards ceremony, none will be mailed.
Course
All events will start on US Highway 52. The out and back course includes a loop through the quaint, country cemetery where Paul is interred, and is the turn-around point. The finish is near the famous Kopper Kettle Inn Family Style Restaurant.
Rest & Recovery / Awards Ceremony
In the beautiful and shady gardens of the Kopper Kettle Inn Restaurant. Kopper Kettle Inn is providing terrific refreshments consisting of chicken wings, bananas, oranges, brownies, beer and soft drinks. Also, Gatorade will be supplied for your enjoyment.
Event Highlights
- Honoring the memory of a great runner and coach, Paul Goble.
- Medical provided by St. Francis Hospital and local fire department volunteers.
- Lockers and showers available (bring your own lock and towel)
- Spray stations on the course (if necessary).
- Six water stops.
