MWL1 Dayton Dragons

Registration Underway for Subway Dragons 5K

March 11, 2014 - Midwest League (MWL1)
Dayton Dragons News Release


Dayton, Ohio-Registration is underway for the 5th Annual SUBWAY(r) Dragons 5K at Fifth Third Field on Saturday, July 19th. For the third straight year, SUBWAY(r) restaurants spokesperson Jared Fogle is scheduled to join the Dayton Dragons for the event.

All participants in the run receive an official dri-fit shirt, tickets to a Dragons game, three vouchers for different menu items from SUBWAY(r) restaurants, and more.

An awards ceremony will take place after the race. The top three male and female finishers will received a specially-engraved baseball bat.

The registration fee is $25 in advance or $30 during the week of the race. Kids age 17 and under can register for $15. Fans should sign up today to reserve their spot at daytondragons.com/subwaydragons5K.

Everyone who registers for the SUBWAY(r) Dragons 5K before April 1 will automatically be entered in a drawing to win a night in a suite at Fifth Third Field for the winner and 19 guests.

The run will begin at 9:00 a.m. on July 19th at Fifth Third Field. Participants may choose to run or walk the course. Baby strollers are also permitted. The course will move through downtown Dayton and end back at the ballpark for a post-race party.

The post-race fun features a "meet and greet" with Jared Fogle, face painting, carnival and inflatable games, a Kids Fun Run, and more for the whole family.

"We have really enjoyed building this partnership with the Dragons over the past four years, with the key element of bringing a 5k to Dayton that is all about Fun, Family and Fitness," commented local SUBWAY(r) franchisee Jeff Vogelmeier. "Fans of two Dayton favorites-the Dragons and SUBWAY(r)-come together for a wonderful event for the community."

Robert Murphy, President of the Dayton Dragons, added "Jared Fogle is the perfect host, as he is not only the Original Subway Famous Fan, but a homegrown Midwest baseball fan who embodies the importance of the fit and healthy lifestyle that SUBWAY(r) stands for!"

Families and fans of the runners and walkers will gain access to the post-race party as well.

Jared Fogle's participation is subject to change based on availability.

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