Joyner-Kersey’s visit to Southern Pines is part of a benefit for the Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills, who remains a valuable partner of the Reindeer Fun Run. She will speak at Pinecrest High School’s Robert E. Lee auditorium at 7PM on September 24th.

During her career, Joyner-Kersey competed in four Summer Olympics (1984, 1988, 1992, 1996), earning three gold, one silver, and two bronze Olympic medals in the women’s heptathlon and long jump. Despite retiring from athletics in 2000, Joyner-Kersey still maintains the heptathlon world record in points scored, which she earned at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. She now serves on the board of the USA Track & Field organization, a position she has held since 2012.

Tickets to see Joyner-Kersee speak are $20 for adults and $10 for students.

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As the year draws to a close, we at the Reindeer Fun Run want to take the time to thank you for everything you did to make the 7th annual Reindeer Fun Run possible.  Runners from all over the Sandhills and beyond say the RFR is their favorite race and comment on how organized and fun the event is, and each year the number of registrants grows.  All of this would not be possible if it weren’t for you, our volunteers, who gave time, energy, and effort every step of the way.  Thank you for being there from start to finish and way after the last runners finished their cool downs, you all are fantastic!  Special thanks goes out to the following:

Jae Kim and the Police, Fire, and Public Works Department for the Town of Aberdeen – this crew helped get the town of Aberdeen ready for the Reindeer Fun Run and helped to ensure runner safety

Robert, Matt, and Michael of the US Air Force – they provided heavy lifting and manual labor

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SOUTHERN PINES, NC – Attracting serious runners to recreational walkers, families and pets, the Reindeer Fun Run, benefitting the Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills, annually brings community spirit to downtown Southern Pines. As part of the new Sandhills Race Series, this year’s 4th annual charitable event held on December 4, 2010 attracted over 1,950 participants, becoming the largest running event in the area.

“The Reindeer Fun Run has quickly grown to be more than a race. It’s become a holiday tradition that brings our community together to celebrate the season and generate funds for a worthy cause ” said Kate Petsolt, Founder and Director of the annual 5K, 10K and ½ mile Egg Nog Jog, “One hundred percent of proceeds from our event are donated to the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Sandhills to help provide a safe place for our local youth to learn and grow. This year, due to an increase in both sponsorships and participants, I am proud to announce that the Reindeer Fun Run is able to make a record donation of $23,000.”

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Early registrations have been flying in – and we’re excited! This will be the biggest Reindeer Fun Run yet, with every level of runner and walker well represented. The finale to the Sandhills Race Series first season and the new 10k is bringing out the serious runners, and the costumes, fantastic live music, food, fun and games are there for folks just looking for a good time and some exercise. The Chick-fil-A Egg Nog Jog and Kids Zone is also adding some serious fun to the event, with Pony Rides, Santa, obstacle course, along with the crowd favorite 1/2 mile kid’s run making it a great day for the whole family. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there – and remember, 100% of proceeds go to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sandhills!

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The Inaugural Blitzen Bash!

We want to kick off the holiday season and the Reindeer Fun Run in style.  Please join us Thursday evening, December 2 to celebrate the the season and raise money for the Boys and Girls Clubs!  The best local restaurants are hoping on board to provide amazing food and beverages for this first-time event.  Visit Bash to learn more and make you reservations today – space is limited.

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