Go Commando Half-Marathon and 5K on October 15th to benefit APSU scholarships

Clarksville, TN – Help raise money for Austin Peay State University scholarships by running in the community’s first GoCommando Half-Marathon and 5K next month.

The half-marathon begins at 7:30am, Saturday, October 15th. The 5K race starts at 8:00am. Both races will begin at Liberty Park and continue along the Cumberland River. The courses are certified by the USA Track and Field.

APSU is one of the beneficiaries of the event. A portion of the proceeds from registration fees will support APSU scholarships.

APSU faculty, staff and students can receive a $5.00 discount off registration by using the coupon code APSU2011 either through online or mail registration. Registration fees increase October 1st.

The day before the races, Friday, October 14th, there will be a health and fitness expo at the Riverview Inn.

The Go Commando Half Marathon began as a tribute to the soldiers at Fort Campbell and their families. The event also is aimed at promoting health and wellness to the Clarksville-Montgomery County community. The race is completely community driven, with local organizations and businesses partnering to create a fun and engaging event.

The event is being organized by the Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department.

For more information, call 931.245.4347 or Register Online.