MEDIA ALERT: January 21, 2015 CONTACT: Jess Cover jess@runvermont.org, 802.863.8412 RunVermont Hall of Fame to Expand, Seeks Nominations RunVermont, as a part of the annual cycle of Vermont’s running seasons is currently seeking nominations for the RunVermont Hall of Fame. Nominations will be due no later than 2/28/15 and the 2015 inductees will be honored during the many festivities of the People’s United Bank Vermont City Marathon Weekend; May 22, 2015 through May 24, 2015. “We’re very excited to announce that we will be offering a substantial enhancement to the RunVermont Hall of Fame this year with the opportunity for candidates to be considered in several different categories”, said Peter Delaney, Executive Director of RunVermont. “In recent years our selection committee has been challenged to select one inductee from a field of diverse and highly experienced candidates. The extension of the program will offer the opportunity for qualified candidates to receive recognition for their contributions to our great sport that are beyond or in addition to the marathon. Alongside our charter members; those who made the Vermont City Marathon what it is today, we will now consider candidates in three new categories, Vermont Runners of Distinction, VT Running Coaches and VT Running Advocates.” To submit a nomination, or to learn more about the qualifying criteria, go to www.runvermont.org/news/hall-of-fame or call RunVermont at 802-863-8412. RunVermont is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to the promotion of running as a life-long activity through complementary programs that celebrate the athletic spirit, are recognized nationally, and embrace the Vermont community.

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