Local Knights of Columbus Chapter to Host 1st Annual Charlotte Ultra Run

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by Melissa Hilton

Story Created: Jan 9, 2012 at 11:31 AM EDT

Story Updated: Jan 9, 2012 at 11:31 AM EDT

CHARLOTTE, N.C.—On Saturday Feb. 4, 2012 the Knights of Columbus of St. Thomas Aquinas will host the First Annual Charlotte Ultra Run, which will consist of a 50k race and a 10k fun run to benefit local charities.  

Both races will kick off at the Countryside Montessori School and will continue along the Charlotte Greenway until the intersection of E. Mallard Creek Rd and N. Tryon St, which is a 3.1 mile stretch. For the 50k race, the first male and first female to cross the finish line prior to the six hour window will be the winners. The race will stop at the end of eight hours. The 10k fun run will consist of one loop on the course (6.2 miles).  

For more details on the course, race day logistics or sign-up information, visit the race website at http://charlotteultrarun.org. The registration deadline is Jan. 31, 2012 at midnight. Race day packet pick-up is available.

“We are excited to bring the first Ultra Run to Charlotte. We have runners from all over the country registered and we look forward to making this an annual event that will create the opportunity to give back to several organizations in the community,” explains Paul Sparrow, Grand Knight- St. Thomas Aquinas Knights of Columbus.

Both events will benefit the charities supported by the Knights of Columbus. These include the Least Among My Brethren (L.A.M.B.) Foundation, which benefits Special Olympic Athletes, Catholic Charities, Holy Angels and the Nevins Center, which helps individuals with developmental disabilities.

If you are looking to learn more about the race, or just mingle with other race participants there will be an informal meet-up on Saturday Jan. 14, at 5 p.m. at Tyber Creek Pub (1933 South Blvd).   

Enter code FOXCLT at registration checkout and receive 10% off until January 15th.

About The Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Men's fraternal benefit society that was formed to render financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and assistance is offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fellowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works.
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practicing Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. Applications are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus. You can learn more at www.stacouncil10505.org.  

 

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