GPCC – Tucson (Tucson, AZ) Dec 4, 2011
Starting Location:
5K/10K RACE
2150 E Tangerine Rd.
Oro Valley, AZ US
Location:
Oro Valley Market Place Southwest corner of Oracle and Tangerine Road Oro Valley, Arizona
Online Registration:
Brief Description:
Arizona Institute of Urology is proud to announce the first annual Great Prostate Cancer Challenge - Tucson. This 5/10k Run/Walk supports ZERO - The Project to End Prostate Cancer in raising funds for prostate cancer research and raise awareness of the importance of prostate cancer screenings. Lace up your sneakers and join ZERO — The Project to End Prostate Cancer on Sunday, December 4, 2011 for the GPCC-Tucson. The race is part of the Great Prostate Cancer Challenge, America’s Premier Men’s Health Event Series, taking place in 27 cities in 2011.
Donate To Race
Make a donationDate:
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Start Time:
• 10K starts at 8:30 AM
• 5K starts at 8:35 AM
Registration Fees:
- 5k $25, 10k $30 pre-race registration up to 11/26/2011
- After 11/26/2011 5k $30, 10k $35
Stroller Policy:
Stroller policy: Strollers are permitted but we ask that you join the race at the end of the start line and do not weave in and out of runners.
Pet Policy:
For the safety of our runners we do not permit pets on the course..
Join a Team Today:
Challenge your co-workers, friends or family to create a team to run (or walk) for this great cause. Contact Tresta Anderson at (520)784-7084 or at tanderson@aiurology.com.
Fundraising:
Round up your friends, co-workers, community groups (club, church or associate) or schools and start fundraising for the GPCC - Tucson. Please visit GreatProstateCancerChallenge.com for more information and to create your personal or team donation page.
Awards:
Awards will be presented to overall male & female placing 1st, 2nd and 3rd and age group awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in 5 year age divisions.
Packet Pickup & Early Registration:
Register in person or pick up your Bib and T-Shirt.
- 12/2/2011 • 2pm - 6pm All About Running and Walking 12162 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd.
- 12/3/2011 • 10am - 5pm Fleet Feet 7301 E. Tanque Verde
Race Day Registration:
- Race Day Registration is from 7:15 - 8:15 am
Picking Up for Your Friends & Family:
TBD
Course Map:
TBD
Timing & Scoring:
Our event is for all levels of runners and walkers. Timing will be based on a shot-gun start.
Hazardous Weather:
The race will be held rain or shine.
Directions:
The Oro Valley Market Place located at the southwest corner of Tangerine Rd. and Oracle Rd. in Oro Valley, Az.
The Start/Finish Line is at the Tangerine entrance.
Volunteers:
If you or any member of your organization would like to volunteer at the race, please contact Tresta Anderson at 520-784-7084 or tanderson@aiurology.com.
About Urology Practice:
About Arizona Institute of Urology: As a group we are committed to providing our patients the finest urological care in Arizona. We have the special ability to offer our prostate cancer patients all available treatment options regardless of the stage of their disease. AIU has a system-wide dedication to prostate cancer diagnosis, pathology, treatment planning, and minimally invasive surgery — all of which contribute to comprehensive care that focuses on the patient. For more information, go to AIUrology.com.
About ZERO – The Project to End Prostate Cancer:
ZERO challenges the complacency of American men to change their attitudes about early detection as the solution for prostate cancer through awareness, outreach, advocacy and research. The Washington, DC metro area leads the country in prostate cancer death rates.
More About Prostate Cancer:
Nationwide, a man dies from the disease every 18 minutes. But there is hope—education about prostate cancer risk and access to screenings can save countless lives. All proceeds will go to prostate research and free screenings.
About the ZEROHOUR Newsletter:
The ZEROHOUR newsletter is the resource for the latest news regarding prostate cancer prevention, treatment and research. This free newsletter reaches 30,000 men and their families every week in an effort to help them stay healthy and guide them along their treatment and life with prostate cancer.
Local Sponsors:
Contact:
Tresta Anderson at 520-784-7084 or tanderson@aiurology.com
