11^th Annual Newport 10,000 - Saturday, May 3rd, 2014 at 8:30 a.m.

Newport Town Square, 100 Town Square Pl, Jersey City, NJ 07310

Known as the fastest course in the tri-state area, the Newport 10,000 is a 10K road race along the Hudson River waterfront in Jersey Cityâ€s community of Newport. Recreational and elite runners will have the opportunity to compete at the highest level for their share of $15,000 in prize money.

The USA Track & Field-certified course is comprised of flat and local roads that interweave along the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and provide spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline. Racers have access to four water stops during the race, as well as clocks at each mile.

The race will be followed by Newportâ€s annual Post-Race Party, which is going to feature a live DJ, refreshments and prize drawings. Win NY Mets tickets, NY Red Bulls Tickets, a 1-hour massage or several restaurant gift certificates!

Beneficiary:                      

Proceeds will be donated to the Jersey City Medical Center, the areaâ€s newest regional referral teaching hospital, providing the highest level of care for women and infants, and trauma and heart patients.

Sponsors:

Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti LLP (title sponsor), Cosi, Westin Jersey City, Courtyard Marriott Jersey City, Newport Swim & Fitness, NJ Beer

Distance: 10 kilometers

Registration fee: $30 entry fee

 Event Website: http://www.newport10k.com/

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