Novant Health issued the following announcement on Jul. 31.
The 2nd annual 53 Strong DeAthlon will be held August 7, 2021 at Marvin Town Centre in Waxhaw, NC. The DeAngelo Williams Foundation’s “DeAthlon” event isn’t your traditional run-bike-run, it's a run-bike-FUN course. DeAthletes can choose between the 3.4 mile run and three different ride distances...not ready for both?... you can also sign up to do just the 5K or just one of the bike routes. The DeAthlon race consists of a 3.4 mile run (timed at the traditional 5K distance) followed by either a 20 mile bike ride with one timed segment, a 34 mile ride with two timed segments, or a 53 mile ride with three timed segments...all with a memory game along the bike route that will test the mind, body, and sole. (Ya see what we did there?) The distances are accolades to DeAngelo’s jersey numbers while playing football, 34 with the Panthers and Steelers and 20 while playing for the University of Memphis Tigers. The number 53 is in honor of DeAngelo's mother, Sandra, who passed away at the age of 53 from breast cancer.
During the inaugural DeAthlon in 2019, the DeAngelo Williams Foundation hosted 271 runners, 253 cyclists, 186 DeAthletes, 50 volunteers, 13 sponsors, and we sponsored 53 mammography screenings for women in need!
The 53 Strong DeAthlon is the creation of DeAngelo’s love-hate relationship with running and biking combined with his passion for a little fun and games.
Event Address: Marvin Town Centre, 601 Sherman Place, Waxhaw, NC
Run
The run is a traditional 5k race that will begin at 7:00AM.
Bicycle Ride
For the bicycle ride, you can choose between three different routes:
The Tiger Tail 20 Mile Ride
-includes one rest stop, one timed segment
The Carolina Cruise 34 Mile Ride
-includes one rest stop, two timed segments
The Legacy Bike 53 Mile Ride
-includes two rest stops, three timed segments
All three routes will start at 8:00am (DeAthletes can start any time after their run). All routes will be clearly marked and will have sag support for all participants. The rest stop locations will have water, electrolyte drink, and snacks/goodies.
DeAthlon
The DeAthlon will be the combination of the run and the bike distance of your choice. ALL DeAthlon finishers will receive a super sweet DeAthlon custom medal. We will combine the time of the run and the timed segments to crown the DeAthlon champions. Top three males and females for each distance will receive a custom DeAthlon football signed and awarded by DeAngelo Williams.
What comes with registration?
All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt if they register by July 16. (Design to be debuted soon)
All DeAthlon finishers that complete both the run and a bike distance will receive a commemorative finisher medal.
Training with DeAngelo
This year there will be an added option to meet up with DeAngelo for an exclusive run or bike ride before the DeAthlon! To train with DeAngelo or to show off your skills just make a donation of $100 or more. You will be given access to the details of these events via email! Time and location will be emailed to you at a later date.
Post Event
A delicious brunch will be served starting at 9:30am for all ride and DeAthlon participants. Brunch sponsor to be announced soon!
**All DeAthlon finishers will receive a commemorative finisher medal but you must complete both the run and ride.*
Original source can be found here.
Source: Novant Health
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