Sports Backers Marathon Training Team
Race Date
Nov 14, 2026
Location
Richmond, VA
The Experience
Need help preparing to run a marathon? Looking to make new friends while you train? Then look no further than the Sports Backers Marathon Training Team, designed to motivate and train individuals to run the Allianz Richmond Marathon. You’ll find yourself not just equipped with a detailed 23-week program, but a great crew of experienced coaches and inspirational teammates as well. One of our favorite perks? A dedicated SAG team that supports the weekend group runs. That’s right… water stops, Nuun, gels, and snacks while you TRAIN. So let Richmond’s running community carry you to 26.2… when you hit that final stretch at the Allianz Richmond Marathon, you’ll be glad you didn’t go it alone!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Start Time
7:15 AM
Giveaway
Unisex long sleeve technical race shirt
Start Location
100 Avenue of Champions, Richmond, VA, 23230
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
VA21004RT · Expires 2031 · Sportsbackers 1/2 Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
60°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
65%
Humidity
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