Thank You
Thank you to our Key Volunteer Race Committee and the numerous volunteers who made this year's event a success!
Race Committee
Leesa Stout
Mark Stout
Alison Hawsey
Nathan Carroll
Roddy Whitaker
Amy Lowery
Christina Ray
Naomi Chiorazzi
John McLean
Bobbi Jane Scott
2009 Race Results
One of South Carolina's marquee running events, the Governor's Cup Road Race features a series of events over the weekend, including the Half Marathon, an 8K Run, a 4-Mile Walk and a Kids' Fun Run. The course for the Half Marathon is described by organizers as scenic with plenty of "rolling terrain" as the city is known for its hills, and includes an uphill finishing stretch.
The scenic course begins in downtown Columbia and ends at the historic Horseshoe of the University of South Carolina. Along the way, participants will enjoy the beauty of Five Points and Shandon. 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 4-Mile Walk Course
New in 2009!
Hill's Healthier Pet Trot—Don't want to leave your best friend home on a beautiful Fall Saturday? Bring your dog and a human companion and participate in CMA's first annual Hill's Healthier Pet Trot, which is proudly sponsored by a grant from Hills, Inc., makers of Science Diet pet food. Each dog's entry fee is a donation of one bag of dog food to Harvest Hope Food Bank to help feed a hungry pet during the coming winter months. (Human companions/walkers pay $20 :). Please register by Thursday, November 5.
Columbia's Favorite Neighborhoods will be showcased along the course. Neighborhoods come out and show Columbia what you're all about! Runners will vote at the end of the course. To get your neighborhood involved, email us at info@eggplantevents.com.
Governor's Cup Columbia's Fittest Company 2009 How fit is your company? Wouldn't you like to find out? Here's your chance! The Governor's Cup Committee is excited to announce a new category in this year's race: Columbia's Fittest Company Challenge. This is a great opportunity for some friendly competition between area businesses and a wonderful way to promote health and wellness within your company!
Start Times for November 7, 2009
| Half Marathon | 8:00 a.m. | 8k Run | 8:20 a.m. | 4-Mile Walk | 8:20 a.m. | Kids' Fun Run | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
Start Line: SC State House at Gervais and Main Streets
Finish Line: USC Horseshoe at Sumter and College Streets
The course is sanctioned by USA Track & Field and is part of the Palmetto Grand Prix and Tour de Columbia. Water and basic first aid are available at two-mile intervals along the course. The course will remain open until 11 a.m. Traffic control cannot be guaranteed after this time.
2009 RRCA South Carolina Half Marathon State Championship
The Governor's Cup Half Marathon is pleased to announce this event will be the 2009 RRCA South Carolina Half Marathon State Championship!
Governor's Cup Road Race is proud to partner with Harvest Hope Food Bank. We will be hosting food drives at local schools, taking donations at packet pickup, and along the course.