FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MCM and MCM50K Virtual Registrations Opens Thursday
Introducing the New MCM Trifecta Coin
QUANTICO, VA (June 30, 2020) - On Thursday, July 2, the Marine Corps
Marathon Organization (MCMO) will be launching a limited registration for
the virtual Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) and MCM50K.
MCMO_BravoZuluCoin_2020Additionally, for the first time in MCM history,
ambitious runners can register for three MCM Weekend events through a
combination of virtual or live MCM and MCM50K and the virtual MCM10K to
complete the Trifecta. This once-in-a-lifetime challenge will reward
finishers with a stunning challenge coin in addition to the corresponding
finisher medals.
Bravo Zulu is a naval signal meaning, "Well Done." The BZ challenge coin
will be distributed to individuals who complete all three events.
The virtual events must be completed between October 1 - November 10, the
Marine Corps Birthday. All participants who complete a virtual event will
receive the official participant shirt, commemorative bib and the
corresponding finisher medal including, for marathon runners, the 45th MCM
medal featuring actual volcanic ash from Iwo Jima in recognition of the
75th anniversary of the battle at that location. Runners will also have
access to a digital event program, personalized finisher certificate and
the Motigo MCM Audio Experience.
Registration for the virtual MCM and MCM50K events opens to the public on
Thursday, July 2 at noon Eastern at www.marinemarathon.com and cost $45 per
entry. MCM10K registration remains open at $33 per entry.
All currently registered MCM and MCM50K participants can choose between
running live on October 25 in Arlington, VA and the nation's capital or
transitioning to a virtual event. Wherever they choose to run, the MCMO is
proud to be able to bring the spirit of the United States Marine Corps
right to runners' doorsteps.
The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) is one of the largest marathons in world.
Recognized as "Best Marathon in the Mid Atlantic," and the "Best Marathon
for Charities," the MCM honors honor, courage and commitment of its
participants. Also known as "The People's Marathon," runners from all 50
states and more than 50 countries participate in the MCM, the largest
marathon not to offer prize money. The 45th MCM and the 2nd annual MCM50K
will be held on October 25, 2020 in Arlington, VA. No federal or Marine
Corps endorsement is implied. Connect with the Marine Corps Marathon on
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Flickr. #RunWithTheMarines
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