HEIDELBERG, Germany - The qualification race for Soldiers wanting to compete on the U.S. Army Europe 10-Miler team is set for July 10 at U.S. Army Garrison Grafenwoehr.
The top 12 active-duty Soldiers (six each in the men and women's divisions) will be nominated to represent U.S. Army Europe during the Oct. 24 Army 10-Miler in Washington, D.C. To be considered, male competitors must finish under 68 minutes, while female runners must finish at 86 minutes or better.
Additionally, each will need commander's approval to be placed on orders, said Jim Mattingly, Installation Management Command-Europe sports and fitness director.
The men's team that represented Europe last year placed second, with the women's squad placing seventh in their division.
While only Soldiers can compete for the U.S. Army Europe team, everyone holding a U.S. Department of Defense identification card, and are at least 18, may participate in the Europe 10-Miler, which attracted 214 participants last year.
Participants can register online through at: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Grafenwoehrrectrac.html.
"Registration packets and last minute sign-up will be the fitness center at USAG Grafenwoehr," said Mattingly.
The course is layed out in a fashion the makes it easy for spectators to watch the final run to the finish.
"The final stretch will be a one-mile lap near the fitness center, where spectators and fans will be able to cheer the runners on to the finish line," said Mattingly.
Free troop billets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact the USAG Grafenwoehr Recreation Division at DSN 475-9024.
If you prefer to reserve lodging at Grafenwoehr's Tower Inn, call DSN 475-1700 or civilian (49) 09641-83-1700.
Camping at Outdoor Recreation Vilseck is available by calling DSN 476-2866 or civilian (49) 09662-83-2866.
Individuals with questions about registration or last-minute sign ups shoud call call DSN 379-7667or civilian (49) 06202-80-7667.
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