Thursday, September 3, 2009

5th Olongapo Marathon 2009

The City of Olongapo is preparing for the upcoming 5th Olongapo City Marathon 2009. The event will be organized by the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) of Olongapo City in coordination with the Olongapo City Youth and Sports Development Council and the Department of Education.

Mayor Gordon together with Olongapo First Lady Zambales Vice Governor Anne Marie Gordon, city officials, members of the Olongapo City Sports Council, SK Federation Officers, barangay officials and other guests are expected to grace the opening program on October 4, 2009 at the Rizal Triangle Multi-Purpose Center.

The Fun Run activity will kick off on October 4, 2009 from 5:00 o’clock in the morning onwards with a series of footraces in two (2) categories such as the 5K and 3-K distance for kids ages 12 years old and below.

The event aims to inspire the youth on alternative source of activities rather than engaging in negative influences. Further, it is intended to inspire Olongapeños to be physically fit, discover future champions, sports heroes and new talents in track event.
For details, contact the City YMCA Youth Development Center at 222-9137 or Hubert Magrata at 0921-352-0131.

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