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Women’s Long-Distance Running Legend Kathrine Switzer Recognised by Admiral Swansea Bay 10k

September 12, 2018 By Chris Williams

Women’s Long-Distance Running Legend Kathrine Switzer Recognised by Admiral Swansea Bay 10k Organisers for Her Running and Social Activism for Women’s Sports

Switzer’s Messages to “Have Courage” and “Be Fearless” Resonate with Runners

– Long-distance running legend and women’s sports activist Kathrine Switzer will be recognised for her pioneering efforts in running and her career-long contributions to sport through her work as an advocate for women’s sports and healthy living when the Admiral Swansea Bay 10K race is staged on September 16.

Admiral Swansea Bay 10K will honour Switzer when 5,000 runners participate in what has become the best race in Wales. With the beautiful backdrop of Swansea Bay, runners of all levels and experience will compete at the 10K distance while junior races will be staged at Junior 1K, 3K and 5K to help introduce young runners, both male and female, to the sport. Swansea Bay also stages a 10K wheelchair race.

Switzer’s famous quote, “All you need is the courage to believe in yourself and put one foot in front of the other,” will be emblazoned on every race t-shirt, provided to the runners who register for the road race.

“I was eager for members of my team to run in Swansea, to get an idea of the 10k and of the community in Wales,” said Switzer. “I’d love to run the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k myself in future. The event continually grows in stature and I hope that thousands will line the route to cheer on the participants.

“This year I’ve been inspired by the activity around the 100th anniversary of the women’s right to vote in the UK and I do all I can to promote the importance of women’s participation, health and empowerment.”

“Kathrine Switzer and 261 Fearless have inspired millions around the world and I’m thrilled that they have agreed to allow us to use Kathrine’s quote on our event T-shirts,” said Cllr Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Innovation, Regeneration and Tourism. “It is certain to inspire the 5,000 runners expected to take part.”

The main race starts outside the St Helen’s Ground at 1pm and heads west along Mumbles Road to Oystermouth Car Park where the runners turn and head back along the promenade towards the starting point.

All places for each race other than the mascots are now taken, so people won’t be able to sign-up to take part on the day. Spectators are welcome from 10am, with junior races taking place from 10.45am-noon.

Road closures will be in place and diversion routes will be available wherever possible. For more information visit enjoyswanseabay.com/residents.

 

About Kathrine Switzer:

An Iconic athlete, author, and advocate for sports and social causes, Switzer was the first woman to officially enter and then run the Boston Marathon. Switzer has been honoured for her achievements, such as running both the Boston Marathon and the New York Marathon in the same year as her 70th birthday and for running the Boston Marathon on the 50th anniversary of her historic run in 1967. Switzer was inducted to the USA National Women’s Hall of Fame where she was recognized for creating positive social change throughout her storied career. The ramifications of this work is both joyful and profound, changing forever the face of sports, health, and opportunities for women around the world and fearlessly empowering millions of female runners beyond the finish line. For more information please visit her online at www.kathrineswitzer.com or at her non-profit at www.261fearless.org

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Calling all bears, turtles, birds and more…

September 6, 2018 By Chris Williams

Cerebra, the Paul Popham Fund and Global’s Make Some Noise will be among the beneficiaries from the annual mascot race at the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k later this month.

Now, with just over a week to go until the big race, the mascots taking part have been in training for their 100-metre dash on Sunday September 16.

The 100-metre dash will start 10 minutes after the main race outside St Helen’s.

Some of the mascots taking part include Sparky from Cerebra, Tommy the turtle from the LC and Jagger from Heart FM, whose mascot outfit will be chosen by listeners over the coming weeks.

Swansea Council is behind the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k, which also includes 1k, 3k and 5k races for juniors.

Cllr Robert Francis-Davies, Cabinet Member for Innovation, Regeneration and Tourism, said: “The Admiral Swansea Bay 10k isn’t just a terrific event to take part in – it’s also a great event for spectators, with thousands of people lining the sweep of Swansea Bay to watch their friends and loved ones race.

“Over the years, the mascot race has become a key part of the event, giving lots of entertainment for onlookers while also helping raise funds for so many worthwhile charities. It adds a fun element to a family-friendly event that meets the needs of elite athletes, charity fundraisers and people looking to conquer their personal fitness challenges.”

Any group, charity, organisation or company that would like their mascot to take part in the 100-metre dash and be in with a chance of winning the £100 on offer for the winning mascot should contact Lindsay Sleeman on lindsay.sleeman@swansea.gov.uk or 01792 635428.

Spectators are welcome from 10am – Junior Races will take place from 10.45am-12noon and the main 10k race will start at 1pm.

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Admirable effort by staff for Admiral Swansea Bay 10k

September 4, 2018 By Chris Williams

SCORES of Admiral Group staff are putting their best feet forward for this year’s Admiral Swansea Bay 10k.

With the Sunday September 16 event now fast-approaching, over 250 staff from Admiral Group are busy making their final preparations before taking part.

They’ll be among thousands racing in the main event, with 1k, 3k and 5k races for juniors also taking place on the day.

Other fun includes a 100-metre mascot dash outside St Helen’s that starts about 10 minutes after the main race.

Ceri Assiratti, head of People Services at Admiral Group, said: “We’re delighted to be sponsoring the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k race and fun runs for the 12th year in a row. Supporting events in our local community is very much part of the culture of Admiral, so it’s great to be involved in an event like this that grows in popularity year on year.

“The number of our employees who have entered the 2018 race really highlights its importance to our staff and the local area. I’d like to take this opportunity, on behalf of everyone at Admiral, to wish all the runners the very best of luck.”

This year will be the eighth year Steven Williams-Jones from Admiral’s Claims department has taken part, first running in 2007 and almost every year since.

Steven suffers from a long-term health condition and running helps keeps him fit and focussed.

He said, “It’s a great course to run – not too busy, flat and the scenery is beautiful. There’s a fantastic atmosphere, it doesn’t feel too competitive and everyone seems to be having a great time. The support from spectators and residents along the way is amazing too and that really helps with motivation.”

Steven is running this year with colleague Jo Griffiths also from the Claims department.

It’s the fifth time Jo’s taken part and for her, it’s about having a personal challenge. She said, “I really enjoy the atmosphere, and everyone is so supportive of each other, no matter your ability.

“It’s a great family event and it helps the route is nice too – no big hills!” Jo’s children have also competed over the years and her youngest is taking part in the 1k race this year.”

Cllr Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Innovation, Regeneration and Tourism, said: “Admiral Group have been the sponsor of the annual Swansea Bay 10k for many years, helping the event continually grow in stature and profile.

“I’d encourage as many people as possible to line the route to give all participants the support they so thoroughly deserve, whether they’re top class athletes or fun runners raising money for charity.”

Spectators are welcome from 10am – Junior Races will take place between 10.45am-12noon and the main 10k race will start at 1pm.

 

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1 week left to enter the 2018 Admiral Swansea Bay 10k

August 29, 2018 By Chris Williams

Best 10k in Wales
THOUSANDS of race packs will start being sent out to Admiral Swansea Bay 10k runners from next week.

The race packs include a race day guide, personalised race number with electronic time-recording chip on the back and details on how to collect the 2018 tech t-shirt.

Entries for the annual race, which takes place on Sunday September 16, close on Friday August 31.

Swansea Council is behind the event, which is being sponsored by Admiral for the twelfth consecutive year. As well as the 10k, there are also 1k, 3k and 5k junior fun runs, along with a 10k wheelchair race.

About 5000 people are expected to take part again this year.

Cllr Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Innovation, Regeneration and Tourism, said: “With a backdrop of so much beautiful scenery, it’s no surprise running is part of the rich culture of our city.

“Earlier this year the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k was named the best 10k race in Wales in the 2018 Running Awards and it’s also been nominated in the 2019 Running Awards as well.”

Cllr Francis-Davies said: “An exceptionally popular feature of Swansea’s annual events calendar, the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k is a terrific race for elite athletes, charity fundraisers and people looking to tackle their personal bests or conquer personal fitness goals.

“Set against the iconic sweep of Swansea Bay on a flat course, this award-winning event also includes junior races for children, which give a great introduction to road-running.

“With entries closing at the end of August, I’d urge anyone interested to enter this year’s event as soon as possible to avoid disappointment because the race always reaches capacity, often before the closing date.

“People who take part are overwhelmingly positive about the experience because of the quality of the race’s organisation and management, and the support they receive from hundreds of people lining the route.”

A mascot race is also taking place on the day of this year’s 10k, so entries are invited from groups, organisations and companies looking to win the £100 on offer for the winning mascot.

Entry details:

  • 10k: £23 affiliated / £25 non-affiliated. All entrants will receive a tech t-shirt. All finishers will receive a medal and goody bag.
  • Junior Races: £7. All entrants will receive a tech t-shirt. All finishers will receive a medal, certificate and goody bag.
  • All details and links to enter races online can be found at swanseabay10k.com
  • To vote for the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k in the 2019 Running Awards go to therunningawards.com

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3 weeks left to enter the 2018 Admiral Swansea Bay 10k

August 13, 2018 By Chris Williams

THERE are only three weeks left for fitness fans and charity fundraisers to get their entries in for this year’s Admiral Swansea Bay 10k.

Entries for the annual race, which takes place on Sunday September 16, close on Friday August 31.

Swansea Council is behind the event, which is being sponsored by Admiral for the thirteenth consecutive year. As well as the 10k, there are also 1k, 3k and 5k junior fun runs, along with a 10k wheelchair race.

About 5000 people are expected to take part again this year.

Cllr Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Innovation, Regeneration and Tourism, said: “With a backdrop of so much beautiful scenery it’s no surprise running is part of the rich culture of our city.

“Earlier this year the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k was named the best 10k race in Wales in the 2018 Running Awards and it’s also been nominated in the 2019 Running Awards as well.”

Cllr Francis-Davies said: “An exceptionally popular feature of Swansea’s annual events calendar, the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k is a terrific race for elite athletes, charity fundraisers and people looking to tackle their personal bests or conquer personal fitness goals.

“Set against the iconic sweep of Swansea Bay on a flat course, this award-winning event also includes junior races for children, which give a great introduction to road-running.

“With entries closing at the end of August, I’d urge anyone interested to enter this year’s event as soon as possible to avoid disappointment because the race always reaches capacity, often before the closing date.

“People who take part are overwhelmingly positive about the experience because of the quality of the race’s organisation and management, and the support they receive from hundreds of people lining the route.”

A mascot race is also taking place on the day of this year’s 10k, so entries are invited from groups, organisations and companies looking to win the £100 on offer for the winning mascot.

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