Registration Now Open for the 2019 MVP Health Care Stockade-athon Road Race

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Schenectady, N.Y. – (June 14, 2019) – MVP Health Care and the Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club today announced that registration is now open for the 2019 MVP Health Care Stockade-athon. The race, which will be held on November 10, 2019 in Schenectady, is one of the oldest major 15k (9.3 miles) races in the country.

“MVP Health Care is so proud to once again sponsor the 2019 Stockade-athon which brings racers of all ages and abilities to Schenectady,” said MVP’s President, Christopher Del Vecchio. “This race highlights and personifies MVP’s commitment to building healthy communities and we are looking forward to a fun and exciting day.”

The 2019 MVP Health Care Stockade-athon will begin at 8:30 AM outside MVP’s offices located at 625 State Street in Schenectady. There will be a total of $7,875 in prize money available for open, local, and team runners in 15 different age groups. The first 1,500 registrants will also receive a free long sleeve t-shirt.

“The Stockade-athon is one of HMRRC’s premiere events,” said race co-director, Brian Northam. “It’s a popular end-of-season goal race for runners of all levels. HMRRC is looking forward to welcoming runners from all over the Northeast to Schenectady in November.”

A half mile kid’s race will also take place at City Hall on Jay Street. Following their run, racers can enjoy hot and cold refreshments at the YMCA in Schenectady.

To register for the 2019 MVP Health Care Stockade-athon or to learn more information, visit www.stockadeathon.com.

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About MVP Health Care
MVP Health Care is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health insurer caring for more than 700,000 members in New York and Vermont. Committed to the complete well-being of our members and the communities we serve, MVP makes health insurance more convenient, more supportive, and more personal. For more information, visit www.mvphealthcare.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

About The HMRRC
The Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club is the Capital District’s oldest and largest running club, with over 2,500 members. Founded in 1971, the club puts on more than 25 running events annually. HMRCC supports numerous outreach programs promoting running and benefitting runners of all ages, including the Bill Shrader Sr. Memorial Scholarships, grants, and the “Just Run” program for area primary schools.