Cadet Corps seeks fun runners for fundraiser

| 20/03/2013

cadet-corps.gif(CNS): The Cayman Islands Cadet Corps is looking for competitors for its first annual BDO 10k and 5k fun runs, which will take place at 4pm on Sunday, April 7. The starting line at the sports field on the corner of Aspiration Drive and Olympic Way. Participants will be able to race in the 10k run either as individuals or in teams of 4, in which each runner’s score will be added together to calculate the team’s total score. BDO Cayman director, Russell Smith, said, “ BDO is delighted to provide support to the Cadet Corps.  With the assistance of organizers, Race Caribbean, BDO Cayman is confident the inaugural race will be a tremendous success, and the Cadet Corps event will become a key fixture in the annual sporting calendar.”

After the main race a children’s race will also take place around the football field behind George Hicks School. Each child will receive an individual medal.

All proceeds from the race benefit the Cayman Islands Cadet Corps, a youth organization for boys and girls between the ages of 12 and 17. The program is designed to teach the value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, responsibility and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling self-esteem, teamwork and self-discipline.

The Cadet Corps’ Lieutenant Colonel Bobeth O’Garro, said, “We are thrilled at the opportunity to partner with BDO and create a unique race that brings together our community through sport.”

The event is also supported by Tower Marketing and Caribbean Creations, and organisers are seeking additional funds from the local business community.  Enquiries about sponsorship opportunities can be emailed to jenna@tower.com.ky.

Runners can register to compete in the following categories online at caymanactive.com or cicadetcorp.ky. 

10km Team Prizes:

All Male: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
All Female: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Mixed Team: 1st, 2nd & 3rd (must have 2 males and 2 females)
Corporate: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Junior Teams: 1st, 2nd & 3rd (all 16 or under)

Note: Teams are for the 10km race only

Individual Prizes:

Male in 5k & 10k: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Female in 5k & 10k: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Junior Male in 5k & 10k: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Junior Female in 5k & 10k: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Cadet Male & Female in 5k & 10k: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
Children’s Race: Medal for first 100 finishers

Category: Sports

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