The number of entrants into the 2010 blue cross broad street run will be capped at 30,000
RACE START TIME 8:30 A.M. Sunday May 2, 2010
Course: A 10-mile, point-to-point course (named one of the fastest 10-mile courses in the country by Runner's World) starts at the Central High School Athletic Field at Broad Street and Somerville Avenue. The course is a pleasing run past the varied neighborhoods of Philadelphia along Broad Street. It finishes inside the Philadelphia Navy Yard at the end of Broad Street in South Philadelphia. There are eleven water stations, digital clocks at each Mile, aid stations, port-a-potties, entertainment and numerous ambulances on the course. The course is traffic-free in the south-bound lanes and monitored by police. This course is certified by USATF.
There will be numerous Ambulances on the course. If you get sick or injured, remain calm until help arrives. If any runner comes upon an emergency and no help is in the area, please report it to any police officer along the course. Temple University, Hahnemann, and Methodist Hospitals are on the racecourse.
CHRONOTRACK SYSTEMS TIMING DEVICE
In 2010, we will be utilizing the ChronoTrack B-Tag timing system, a single use bib tag. The timing device is imbedded in the race bib.
Click Here for B-Tag Instructions
NEW! Team Philly Race Training Program Set to Begin
Looking for a committed group of locals to run with at your pace? Want professional coaching?
This year join TEAM Philly Race Training led by three time Top 5 Blue Cross Broad Street Run finisher and marathon crusher, Head Coach Ross Martinson. While Ross is an elite runner, this 9-week program is geared for beginner and intermediate runners needing to prepare for Philly’s empowering 10 mile Blue Cross Broad Street Run and includes: complete training manual, coach led runs on Kelly Drive, interactive group website, guaranteed race registration, dry fit shirt, freebies/discounts, and more
This community program is run by local fitness and wellness businesses: Philadelphia Runner, Fusion Cross-training and Excel Physical Therapy. The cost is only $75 and the group will donate a portion to Students Run Philly Style. The Team Philly Kickoff Clinic will be held Saturday February 27. Don’t be a lone wolf, run with the pack. For complete details and to join online click here: http://www.meetup.com/TeamPhilly
COURSE MAPS
Download a Course Map. (in pdf format)
Download a Course Elevation Map
Course Records
| • Men: • Women: • Master Men: • Master Woman: • Wheelchair Open Men: • Wheelchair Open Women: • Wheelchair Master Men: • Wheelchair Master Women: |
2007 Patrick Cheruiyot 45:14* 1999 Catherine Ndereba, 53:07 2002 Andrey Kuznetsov, 50:13 1992 Sandra Mewett, 57:56 2007 Tony Nogueira, 32:05 2001 Jessica Galli, 39:59 2008 Tony Nogueira, 33:52 2008 Jacqui Kapinowski 49:19 |
| *BEST 10 MILE TIME EVER RECORDED IN THE UNITED STATES | |
Course Restrictions
NO bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates or blades, or other wheeled conveyances (other than wheelchairs*), animals (except for seeing eye dogs), or headsets are allowed on the course. These restrictions are for your safety and insurance considerations participants must be able to hear voice commands, vehicle sirens and horns. An agreement with the City of Philadelphia and it's Police Department requires that all participants run a sub-15 minute per mile pace to allow the City to reopen Broad Street in a timely manner. All runners not keeping this pace will be directed to the sidewalks to allow traffic to re-open.
* The term "wheelchair" as used in this event literature, shall mean "push-rim wheelchairs" only. For safety reasons hand crank bicycle types of equipment are not permitted.
NO DOGS OR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE PHILADELPHIA NAVY YARD.
aid stations
There will be plenty of Water Stations along the course. Gatorade will also be provided at the 2.2, 6.1, 7.8 and 8.5 mile water stations and at the finish. The Gatorade will be on the last left side tables of each station, in bright green cups. Bottled water will be available at the finish line. One per runner please.
The water stations are located at the following mile marks:
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WEATHER
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American Cancer Society Fundraising
Fight Cancer With Every Step! Celebrate your personal triumph along Broad Street by helping the American Cancer Society beat cancer! Obtain sponsors to contribute funds for every mile you run. Earn wonderful prizes as a top fundraiser.
If you have a large group (co-workers, families, friends, etc) that wishes to raise funds for this great cause, join the American Cancer Society's Charity Runner Program.
Sign up on www.acsdetermiNation.org/broadstreetrun to donate and send e-mails to family, friends and co-workers for a donation. Signing up to raise funds does not enter you in the 2010 Blue Cross Broad Street Run.
All individuals participating in the Blue Cross Broad Street Run must register to participate in the race by filling out a race application, that you must obtain from the American Cancer Society's Philadelphia office.
Please Note: The American Cancer Society benefits strictly through your pledges and donations.
course entertainment
Music Groups, High School Bands, Cheerleading Squads, Church Choirs and Drill Teams are encouraged to join the fun. Call the race hotline at (215)683-3594 or hit the Contact Us section on the Website.
Race Numbers
You must wear your official competitor's number on the FRONT of your shirt. Please check the information on the computer label that has been placed on your number. If there is any change in the information, or if your age or sex is wrong, please send an e-mail to bsrhelp@aim.com or call the race office at 215 683-3594 and state your correction. Errors can also be corrected at the Solution Center at Expo. DO NOT REMOVE THE LABEL. Present your small tear-off for a packet of refreshments at the finish area. Please remember to fill out the medical information on the back of your race bib, in the event of an emergency.
Awards
There will be a $1,000.00 course record bonus paid to the male or female winner if they better the existing course records. All prize money winners must have a 2010 USATF membership before prize money is awarded (except wheelchair winners.) The Awards Ceremony will begin tentatively at 10:00 AM.
- 1st Place Male and Female $1,500 and Award
- 2nd Place Male and Female $750 and Award
- 3rd Place Male and Female $500 and Award
- 4th Place Male and Female $400 and Award
- 5th Place Male and Female $300 and Award
Masters Division
- 1st Place Male and Female $500 and Award
- 2nd Place Male and Female $400 and Award
- 3rd Place Male and Female $300 and Award
- 4th Place Male and Female $200 and Award
- 5th Place Male and Female $100 and Award
Open & Master Wheelchair Division
(Push Rim Wheelchair Competitors only. No hand crank bicycle type participants are permitted in this event or are eligible for prizes.)
- 1st Place Male and Female $500 and Award
- 2nd Place Male and Female $400 and Award
- 3rd Place Male and Female $300 and Award
- 4th Place Male and Female $200 and Award
- 5th Place Male and Female $100 and Award
American Prize Money*
(for US Citizens)
- 1st Place Male and Female $500 and Award
- 2nd Place Male and Female $400 and Award
- 3rd Place Male and Female $300 and Award
- 4th Place Male and Female $200 and Award
- 5th Place Male and Female $100 and Award
*Sponsored by: Puma and Philadelphia Runner
Proof of Citizenship is required for American Prize Money .
THE INDEPENDENCE CUP
The Independence Cup is a trophy, engraved with the names of the winners from the past 30 years. It will be presented to the top male, female and wheelchair division winners. The cup is permanent display inside the lobby of the G. Fred DiBona, Jr. Building at Independence Blue Cross Headquarters at 1901 Market Street.
AGE GROUP AWARDS - SCORED BY CHIP TIME IN 2010
The first five men and the first five women in the following age divisions receive awards:
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16 & under |
25 to 29 |
40 to 44 |
55 to 59 |
70 to 74 |
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17 to 20 |
30 to 34 |
45 to 49 |
60 to 64 |
75 to 79 |
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21 to 24 |
35 to 39 |
50 to 54 |
65 to 69 |
80 & over |
In the event that these awards are not presented on race day, they will be mailed to the appropriate individuals.
All money winners must report to the stage area to complete verification forms prior to acceptance. Current 2010 USATF membership numbers will be needed within thirty (30) days after the race, before individual prize money is awarded.
Richard Lagocki Memorial awards
The Richard Lagocki Memorial Awards, are presented to the first Philadelphia residents, in the Open Male, Open Female, Open Male Wheelchair and Open Female Wheelchair Divisions.
Prize money in the amount of $250.00 is awarded to each of the Richard Lagocki Memorial Award Winners. Proof of residency is required.
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2000 Winners Rick McGarry |
2001 Winners Rick McGarry |
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2002 Winners Bob Schwelm |
2003 Winners Matt DiPretore |
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2004 Winners Matt Byrne |
2005 Winners Tom Haxton |
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2006 Winners Tom Haxton |
2007 Winners Macharia Yuot |
| 2008 Winners Tom Haxton Abby Dean |
2009 Winners Tom Haxton |
Drug Testing
Athletes who participate in the competition may be subject to formal drug testing in accordance with the IAAF Procedural Guidelines for Doping Control or the Olympic Movement Anti-Doping Code. Drug testing, and the adjudication of positive findings, will be carried out by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). Athletes found to have committed a doping violation will be disciplined according to USADA Protocol and suspended, if appropriate, according to IAAF rules. Such penalties may result in a period of ineligibility as well as disqualification from the event. Any substance taken by an athlete is at his/her own risk and may result in a positive sample. (This includes cold medicines, nutritional supplements and some over the counter medicines). Information on drugs and drug testing may be obtained by calling the USADA Drug Reference Hotline at: 1-800-233-0393 or the USADA website at www.usantidoping.org
Runner Photos
Race Photos provided by 
To view the 2009 Photos, go to: http://orders.islandphoto.com/apps/RaceEvents.aspx
Amenities
- Each registered runner will receive a multi-colored Blue Cross Broad Street Run T-shirt distributed at the Not For Runners Only Expo on Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1st. Shirt Size not guaranteed.
- Free transportation to the start
- Music on the Race Course
- Free baggage/gear transportation to finish
- Post race celebration with music, refreshments
Door Prizes
All registered runners will be eligible for random drawings to be held throughout day. You MUST BE PRESENT to win any of the door prizes! Door prize winners will be announced at the Awards Stage.
Results
The Philadelphia Daily News will publish the results of the entire race field on Monday, May 3, 2010. Alert your family, friends and co-workers that your name, place, time, age, city and state will be in the paper. We will also mail you a postcard with the results within 48 hours after the race. The race results will also be posted on the web at: www.philly.com or www.broadstreetrun.com shortly after the race. To subscribe to the Philadelphia Daily News, click here
THE START
This year's race will start promptly at 8:30 AM. Please warm-up on the track inside the Central High School Complex. At approximately 8:10 AM we will start to seed the race.
Remember, the start time is 8:30 AM EXACTLY!!
Wheelchair start will be 8:25 AM.
The Central High School Athletic Field is located at Broad Street and Somerville Avenue located approximately 1 mile north of Route 1 and the North Broad Street Interchange.
Directions for the Start
Due to the limited amount of parking in the start area, we recommend that runners park their cars for free near the finish area (at the Stadium Complex at Broad & Pattison) and take the Broad Street Line to the start.
To get to the starting line, ride SEPTA for free. ALL RUNNERS CAN RIDE SEPTA'S BROAD STREET SUBWAY LINE FOR FREE by displaying your official race number to the cashier at any Broad Street Line stop. You must be wearing the number on the front of your shirt. Shuttle buses will return you from the finish area back to the parking areas.
It is in your best interest to board the train before 7:00 AM (This should get you to the start area at approximately 7:45 AM). Please allow yourself extra time for any unfortunate delays. The race will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Schedule times may vary. It takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the SEPTA Broad & Olney Transportation Center, which is a few blocks above the start. SEPTA will also be providing express trains on the morning of the race.
For public transportation information contact Septa at (215) 580-7800.
Start Area Information
Gear Check - Check Back for updated information.There will be over 200 portable toilets at the start, located at the Central High School Athletic Field, at Broad and Somerville. Arrive early to avoid missing the start of the race.
Water will be provided at the start area at the southeast corner of Broad & Somerville. Please hydrate prior to the start of the race.
Please show consideration for residents and their property. KEEP OFF the lawns, steps and porches of residents. Inform spectators that they must follow these instructions also.
The Finish Line Area
NO pets or alcoholic beverages are permitted in the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
This year's race will finish inside the Philadelphia Navy Yard, at the southern end of Broad Street. All runners will pass the stadium complex and FDR Park, proceed under I-95 and enter through the main gate of the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
The race will conclude approximately ¼ mile INSIDE the main gate, on Broad Street, along side the Marine Parade Grounds, just past the row of Navy ships anchored on the west side of the street.
Shuttle buses will be provided to and from the parking areas to the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Keep an eye out for the yellow school buses and they will save you the walk to and from the parking areas.
Color Coded Meeting Places
All runners should plan to meet up with family and friends at the Lost Runners Information Tent in the center of the Marine Parade grounds. No announcements about missing people will be made from the awards stage. If someone is missing, go to the nearest information booth for instructions.
To make the various areas easier to identify, they will be marked by different color balloons. Tents/areas will be color-coded as follows:
| Information | - | Orange and White Balloons |
| First Aid | - | Red and White Balloons |
| Water | - | Blue Balloons |
| Lost Runners | - | Black & White Balloons |
| VIP Tent | - | Purple Balloons |
| Kids Fun | - | Pink Balloons |
| Students Run Philly Style | - | Lime Green Balloons |
| Volunteer/Staff Check In | - | Green Balloons |
| Gear Buses | - | Yellow Balloons |
Refreshments
Please help yourself to refreshments at the finish area. Please be aware that there is enough for each runner to get ONE REFRESHMENT PACKET. Back of the pack runners need refreshments, too. Please be courteous to your fellow runners and limit your consumption to ONE refreshment bag.
Note: The runners refreshment areas will be blocked off from spectators and the general public. Please take your refreshments before you leave this area. We want an orderly flow from the Chip collection through the refreshment area and into the open space. YOU MUST HAVE YOUR RACE NUMBER TEAR-OFF TO PICK UP YOUR REFRESHMENT PACKET. Once you have left the refreshment area, please do not go back. Runners are asked to keep moving through this area.
Additional water is available at the water tanks around the parade grounds
Clean-up
We would like the cooperation of all runners in helping to keep the Navy Base clean. Please put all trash, cups, etc. in the proper receptacles.
Reminder: No pets or alcoholic beverages are permitted on the grounds of the Philadelphia Navy Yard!
Lodging - BE SURE TO ASK FOR THE 2010 BLUE CROSS BROAD STREET RUN RATE
| Participating Hotels | Rates | Reservation Deadline Dates |
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Marriott Courtyard Downtown Philadelphia To make reservations click here |
$149.00 |
April 9, 2010 |
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown To make reservations click here For A Virtual Tour click here |
$149.00 | April 9, 2010 |
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Marriott Philadelphia Airport To make reservations click here |
$109.00 |
April 9, 2010 |
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Crowne Plaza Philadelphia |
$149.00 | March 31, 2010 |
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Cornerstone Bed and Breakfast
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$150.00 Single $200.00 Double
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Welcome to the Cornerstone Bed and Breakfast, an elegant and cozy urban inn. Located on a towering tree-lined street, in the University City District of Philadelphia, our meticulously restored 1865 Victorian, stone mansion is an architectural gem. Relax and enjoy one of our six beautifully appointed rooms and suites all with their own private bathrooms. Our complimentary early breakfast will give runners the fuel they need to perform their best. Make your reservations now while rooms are still available.
Marriott Courtyard Downtown Philadelphia
Our Courtyard Downtown Philadelphia hotel, listed in "National Register of Historic Places," recaptures the grandeur of 1926 historic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, making it perfect for business, weekend getaways and leisure travel. After a $75 million architectural restoration, this Philadelphia PA hotel incorporates state-of-the-art systems with timeless features such as elegant bronze work, plaster detailing and striking marble finishes. This first-class Centery City Philadelphia hotel is just 1 block from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia City Hall, and minutes from the Philadelphia financial district, historic area, Avenue of the Arts, shopping and restaurants.
Crowne Plaze Philadelphia Center City is located in the heart of it all. The hotel is only blocks from Broad Street. Our 445 newly refreshed guest rooms feature amenitities for your convenience and comfort. All guests have free access to the Philadelphia Sports Club across the street. Complimentary wired High Speed Internet Access in all guest rooms. The hotel is only seven miles from the Philadelphia International Airport, six blocks to Amtrak's 30th Street Station, one block from SEPTA's Regional Rail Station and within blocks of the historic district, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, Philadelphia Museum of Art, and The Franklin Institute Science Museum.
Or check out: www.visitphilly.com
metroKids" fun at the broad street run
- Sunday, May 2, 8:00 a.m.
- Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. race day.
- For Infants To 12 Year Olds
- Games, Face Painting, Rides and Races!!!
- 12th Annual Broad Street "Fun" Miler - A One Mile Kids Run for Children Ages 6-12 inside the Philadelphia Navy Yard running past the scenic ships!!
- Dashes For All Ages and The Annual Diaper Derby
- Petting Zoo
- Magicians.
- For Kids Fun Applications Call (215) 683-3594
- Fee: $5.00 Per Child. Children 2 & under free.
- The first 750 registered participants will receive a T-Shirt a commemorative gift and refreshments.
Fun for the Entire Family
Invite your family and friends to watch you finish at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. There will be plenty of things for them to do while you're on the course.
Starting at 7:30 AM, there will be the "Metro Kids Fun at the Broad Street Run" For just $5.00, kids can take part in dash races, the annual "Diaper Derby", face painting, balloon bounce and more! There will also be music for all to enjoy and refreshments on sale for families and spectators.
The "Broad Street Run Fun Miler", a one mile fun run for children ages 6-12, will take place at 8:30 AM. T-shirts and commemorative gifts will be given to all Kids Fun participants.
Mentoring opportunity - students run philly style
Students' BMI is reduced
Students' cardiovascular fitness is improved
Students' flexibility is improved
Students' self-esteem is improved
Students eat healthier
Students like school better
Students are more focused at school
Give your favorite young runner a shout along the race course at this year's Blue Cross Broad Street Run!
For More Information:
Heather McDanel, Program Director (267) 765-2387/mcdanel@nncc.us
Amalia Petherbridge, Assistant Director(215) 985-2672/Amalia@nncc.us
Students Run Philly Style is a program of the National Nursing Centers
SheRox Philadelphia
The SheRox Philadelphia Triathlon is more than just another triathlon. Brought to you by the organizers of the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon in Fairmount Park, this event is a fun, high-quality, well organized event from start to finish. In addition to Philadelphia, the SheROX Triathlon Series includes all-women's triathlons in Miami, FL, Tempe, AZ, Aurora, CO, Webster, MA, Asbury Park, NJ and Rock Hill, SC. One of the key components of the SheROX Triathlon Series is the Mentor Program. Every registrant has the opportunity to sign up for a mentor who will provide information and support to make every participant's experience a safe, fun and memorable one! Even if you've done other triathlons, our helpful, experienced mentors will answer all your questions and provide guidance to help you enjoy your day of swimming, biking and running.
Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon
Now in it's sixth year, the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon has established itself as one of the best triathlons in the country. Triathlete Magazine called it "A gem deserving cult status". Outside Magazine named it "A premier East Coast Triathlon". And the Philadelphia Inquirer said it was a "Triathlon Triumph". In 2010, the Philadelphia Olympic Race is the USA Triathlon Mid-Atlantic Triathlon Club Championship race, giving tri clubs the opportunity to prove they're the best in the region! The race will once again money for the Cancer Center at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training.
3rd Annual Stroehmann Back on My Feet 20in24
Get ready for the 3rd Annual Stroehmann Back on My Feet 20in24 Relay Challenge, Lone Ranger Ultra Marathon, Midnight Madness Run & Pajama Loop! The USATF-certified 8.4 mile course for this 24-hour road race is the Schuylkill River Running Loop and will take place on July 17th – July 18th.
There are a variety of categories for participants to choose from:
The Lone Ranger Ultra Marathon:
Run as many miles as possible in 24 hours. Regular Registration is SOLD OUT - Special Extended Offer is AvailableThe 20in24 Relay Challenge:
Teams of five and has four different categories, varying how many 8.4-mile loops teams have to completeThe Midnight Madness Run:
One 8.4-mile loop that starts on Midnight on Sat, July 17thThe Pajama Loop:
One 8.4-mile loop that starts at 5:30 am on Sunday, July 18th
For more information please visit www.20in24.com
Favorite Races
Philadelphia Marathon
SheRox Triathlon Series
Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon
