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To Benefit the Steeplechase Cancer Center
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AND… 2 Mile Walk |
THE EVENT
Get ready to choose between a challenging 10K and a very fast 5K. The 9th annual Steeplechase Distance Run, on September 24th, will feature two terrific courses and great runner amenities; one of the most enjoyable events in the state.
The 10K is set on flat and rolling Hillsborough roads featuring mile clocks, multiple energy stations and a challenging test of speed and endurance. The fast 10K and 5K courses run through well manicured neighborhoods with long straightaways. The 5K is a quick loop and
very fast.
We also offer a 2 Mile Walk for all and Kids Sprints for children from age 2 to 11
at distances of 25 to 150 yards. Our amenities are terrific including the Steeplechase Distance Run t-shirt while supplies last. Great refreshments and a DJ also await our participants.
Our 2 Mile Walk is for everyone;
moms. dads, kids, grandparents, other relatives and friends. The Steeplechase Cancer Center invites you to walk with us through some very
pretty neighborhoods with the options of 2 miles or 1 mile. We are dedicated
to providing healthy lifestyle choices for all so please come walk with
us. And don’t forget to bring the kids for our fun and exciting Kids Sprints.
So, whether you love the challenge of a 10K or want a fun 5K, Steeplechase is just for you. Hillsborough is easy to get to via Routes 78, 287, 22, 202 or 206
and close to all northern New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania areas.
NUTS &
BOLTS
DATE: Sunday, September 24, 2017
SCHEDULE:
Registration - 7:30am
10K Run - 8:45am
5K Run - 9:30am
2 Mile Walk - 9:30am
Kids' Sprints - 10:45am
Awards Ceremonies follow 10K and 5K Runs
DISTANCES:
10K Run ( 6.2 miles )
5K Run ( 3.1 miles )
2 Mile Walk
INFO: 908-872-0217
courtney-newman@comcast.net
LOCATION:
Amsterdam School, 301 Amsterdam Drive
Hillsborough, NJ 08844 ( Somerset County )
COURSE:
USATF certified. Flat and rolling through the scenic neighborhoods of
Hillsborough. Mile Clocks. Water Stops.
USATF-NJ NBGP - 500 Points
*** Click on APPLICATION below for more details ***
DIRECTIONS: Amsterdam Elementary School, 301 Amsterdam Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
From points West: Route 78 East to Exit 29 (287 South toward Perth Amboy). Proceed to Exit 17 for Route 202/206 South toward Somerville. Continue to the 3rd exit in Somerville Circle and proceed down Route 206 South. Continue on Route 206 South for 6 miles. Turn left onto Amwell Road. Proceed on Amwell Road for 2.5 miles to Amsterdam Road; turn right onto Amsterdam Drive. Proceed 2 miles to the school on the right.
From points South: Garden State Parkway or Route 1 North to Route 287 North. Take Route 287 North to Exit 14 (on the left) for Route 22 West. Proceed on Route 22 West to the exit for Routes 202/206 South. Continue to the 3rd exit in the Somerville Circle and proceed down Route 206 South. Continue on Route 206 South for 6 miles. Turn left onto Amwell Road. Proceed 2.5 miles on Amwell Road to Amsterdam Road; turn right onto Amsterdam Drive. Proceed 2 miles to the school on the right.
From Northern NJ: Garden State Parkway South
to Exit 142. Merge onto Route 78 West. At Exit 29, merge onto Route 287
South toward Route 202/206 South. Follow Route 206 South signs. Continue on
Route 206 South for 6 miles. Turn left onto Amwell Road. Proceed on Amwell
Road for 2.5 miles to Amsterdam Road; turn right onto Amsterdam Drive.
Proceed 2 miles to the school on the right.
RACE DIRECTOR: Courtney Newman
RESULTS: ChronoTrack B-Tag Scoring by www.compuscore.com
AGE GROUPS: 14 & under to 85 & over
NUMBER OF FINISHERS (10K and 5K): 2011 - 852, 2012 - 668, 2013 - 773, 2014 - 809, 2015 - 696, 2016 - 510
WHO BENEFITS?
The Steeplechase Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset is designated as a “Comprehensive Community Cancer Program” by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer - a distinction only achieved by one in four hospitals that treat cancer patients. The outpatient facility houses the nationally-accredited Sanofi US Breast Care Program, radiation therapy services, infusion therapy, the medical center’s research team, oncologists’ and surgeons’ offices, complementary medicine services, patient navigator services, a patient resource library and the Sanofi US Wellness Boutique. For more information, visit www.steeplechasecancercenter.com.
WHAT’S SO SPECIAL?
- 3 Great Courses
- 10K Run, 5K Run, 2 Mile Walk
- The Steeplechase T-Shirt
- Super Refreshments
- Kids' Sprints
- DJ