See the winners: Female 8K Winner: Jennifer Conrick click here, Male 8K Winner: Will Huff click here, Female 1/2 Marathon Winner: Kathryn Cavanaugh click here, Male 1/2 Marathon Winner: Eric Ashton click here Click here to get your picture from the 2007 Governor's Cup Run
About the Course The scenic course begins in downtown Columbia and ends in the historic Horseshoe of the University of South Carolina. Along the way, participants will enjoy the beauty of Five Points and Shandon. The course is best described as “rolling terrain,” however, Columbia is known for its many hills, and the last section of the course will not disappoint runners who enjoy an uphill trek. Motivating entertainment will be provided along the course. View the half marathon course. View the 8K run course View the 8K run course Start Line: S.C. State House at Gervais & Main St. Finish Line: USC Horseshoe at Sumter & College St. Course Map (Once the map loads, click your left button once to clear the view) The course is sanctioned by USA Track & Field and is part of the Palmetto Grand Prix and Tour de Columbia. Split times are provided at every mile and water and basic first aid are available at two-mile intervals along the course. The course will remain open until 11:00 a.m. Traffic control cannot be guaranteed after this time. The Governor’s Cup will be timed with the Champion Chip timing system, an automated timing and identification device. All runners must pick up their Champion Chip transmitters near the Start Line on race morning. Each participant will be assigned a chip based on bib number. The chip is fastened to your shoe before the race, and will be collected by volunteers after crossing the finish line. A $30 fee will be assessed if the chip is not returned.
The Kid's Fun Run will be held for children ages 5-13. The course loops
around Senate Street and races will be run according to age
and gender. Every participant who finishes the course will
receive a race T-shirt and finisher’s ribbon as his/her prize.
To enter a school, please contact the CMA office at (803)
731-2100. Deadline for school entry is September 27, 2007.
Individual entries will be accepted through race day.
Or, download the 2007 Governor’s Cup entry form [PDF]. The Early Registration deadline is October 1, 2007. Mailed applications must be postmarked by this date to qualify for early registration fees. Participants do not receive registration confirmations; however, if you have a question regarding your registration, call (803) 731-2100. T-shirts cannot be guaranteed to late registrants. The entry fee includes a race packet, race bib and safety pins and a commemorative race T-shirt. For runners, the entry fee also includes the use of a Champion Chip transmitter. Please Note: Runners must pick up their chips at the Registration Area on RACE MORNING.
Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Registration will be held on
the grounds of the SC State House, located at the intersection
of Gervais and Main Streets, from 6:30 AM until 8:00 AM.
Runners must pick up their Champion Chip transmitters at
this location. Registration will close promptly at 8:00 AM.
Runners will be able to pick up their chips until 8:15 AM.
Make plans to spend time visiting vendors and information centers at our Packet Pick- Up Expo (during the times listed above) and Finish Line Expo. The Finish Line Expo will be held on the Horseshoe at USC near the Finish Line. Vendors will be set up from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. CMA has invited many health and fitness related vendors to participate in both expos.
The following properties are conveniently located in the vicinity of the Governor’s Cup course. Should you require accommodations, please contact the hotel directly and reference the Governor’s Cup Road Race to receive your discounted rate. Comfort Suites Downtown 501 Taylor Street, (803) 744-4000 Clarion Hotel 1615 Gervais Street, (803) 771-8711 The Whitney Hotel (803) 252-0845
There is ample street parking near the start and finish lines of the race. Metered spaces are free on Saturdays. Some access streets will be closed around the start and finish areas. Please allow ample time to park.
After the race, join us on the lawn of the USC Horseshoe for a variety of refreshments and post-race entertainment. Finish Line Expo vendors will be on site. The awards ceremony will take place at the Finish Line next to the Horseshoe. The 8K Run Awards will begin at approximately 11:30 AM.
8K Run and Half-Marathon Awards* Trophies will be awarded to the following: Top three overall male and female finishers Top three masters male and female finishers Top three male and female finishers in each age category: 19 and under; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50- 54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70+ *NOTE: One award per participant. Participant will be recognized with highest available award.
If you are interested in volunteering for the Governor's Cup or
other CMA events, call (803) 731-2100.
The Carolina Marathon Association is a non-profit volunteer
organization dedicated to promoting running, physical
activity and healthy lifestyles.
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Race packets and late registration will be available on
Friday, October 26th from 12:00 PM until 7:00 PM at
South Carolina State Museum located at 301 Gervais
Street, Columbia, South Carolina. (803) 898-4921. Packet
Pick-Up will be located in the Atrium/Congaree Rooms.
