JD Sports have been named “Official Sport Retail Partner” of the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Liverpool Marathon & ½ Marathon.
“We are pleased to partner with JD Sports, particularly since the flagship store is located where our inaugural race will debut,” said Josh Furlow, Executive Vice President of Global Events at Competitor Group. “JD Sports aligns closely with the interests of our participants who lead active lifestyles, and we know everyone will enjoy interacting with the brand over race weekend and beyond.”
As the Official Sport Retail Partner, JD Sports will offer participants and their supporters special in-store and online promotions as well as entry into exclusive competitions. JD Sports will have a great presence on race day. To check out JD Sports latest fitness apparel, please visit: jdsports.co.uk.
“We are excited to partner with Rock ‘n’ Roll Liverpool and participate at our first running event,” said a JD Sports spokesperson. “With the recent launch of our performance sports brand JD Pro, Rock ‘n’ Roll Liverpool will be the perfect platform to reach our target market of consumers.”
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Liverpool Marathon and Half Marathon courses will start and finish along the waterfront, with live music featured along the race courses. Participants will also enjoy scenic views of the stunning docks, rich architecture, spectacular museums and historic commercial districts. The race will begin at the Albert Dock, one of the most visited attractions in the UK and a World Heritage Site, and will pass through the celebrated Cavern Quarter, where The Beatles rose to prominence in the 1960s.
The marathon course also includes the famous Liverpool and Everton Football Clubs, along with the city’s beautiful parks including Stanley Park, Sefton Park and Otterspool Park. Event weekend will conclude with a finish line festival and a post-race concert at the Liverpool Echo Arena Complex.
For more information or to register for the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Liverpool Marathon & ½ Marathon, please visit uk.competitor.com/liverpool or like the event on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RocknRollLiverpoolMarathon.