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News >> February 2, 2006
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LaSalle Bank Becomes Title Sponsor of the Columbus Distance Classic
The Half-Marathon to be Called The LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic
COLUMBUS (February 2, 2006) — LaSalle Bank continues its expansion in the Columbus
market as it will now become title sponsor of the Columbus Distance Classic half marathon.
Entering its third year, the rapidly growing 13.1 mile road race will now officially be
titled The LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic and will serve as the Bank's premiere
event in the Columbus community.
After entering the Ohio market eight years ago, LaSalle now offers commercial banking and
commercial real estate services throughout the state with offices in Columbus, Cleveland and
Cincinnati. Since opening in 2004, the Columbus office continues to strengthen its foothold
in the community and continues to grow its business.
Along with its esteemed reputation in the banking industry, LaSalle is equally known for
its commitment to community and rich history in sponsoring road races. The tradition
displayed through the Bank's two marquee Chicago-based running events — The LaSalle Bank
Chicago Marathon and The LaSalle Bank Shamrock Shuffle — will be further exemplified in
the newest of its events The LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic. The 2005 LaSalle Bank
Chicago Marathon attracted the maximum 40,000 participants and more than 1.5 million
spectators.
"I am so excited to have the LaSalle Bank Columbus office expand its reach within the
Columbus community" remarked Steve Shepard, senior vice president of LaSalle Bank Columbus
office. "Our office has been growing since its inception two years ago and this event is a
great opportunity for us to give back to the community that has embraced us. LaSalle's
sports franchises have made a real mark in the city of Chicago and I am confident this
event will help do the same for LaSalle's name in Columbus."
The LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic will take place on Saturday, April 1. This
third annual event has quickly become a central-Ohio tradition. New this year will be a
two-day Health and Fitness expo, where individuals can shop and receive last minute tips
and enjoy gearing up for the half-marathon. Also new this year is a walking division and
a new headliner concert Saturday Night presented by The Lifestyle Communities Pavilion.
John Bingham and Mayor Michael B. Coleman
"The Columbus Distance Classic Half Marathon has become a world class event in our
world class city and we are excited to have a great new partner like the LaSalle Bank
helping us engage the community and encourage Columbus to commit to be fit", said
Mayor Michael B. Coleman. "I would like to invite everyone to join me April 1st in
Columbus' beautiful Arena District for The LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic and
Commit to be Fit 5k."
"The addition of the LaSalle Bank sports marketing team to our event is a unique
merging of strengths and talents," says Runner's World columnist and founder of John
Bingham Racing, John Bingham. "The Columbus Distance Classic has quickly become a
celebration of the active healthy lifestyle in Ohio. With the support of LaSalle Bank
this event will continue to be the premier spring event for runners and walkers throughout
the Midwest."
The 2006 LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic
The 2006 LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic takes place Saturday, April 1. The
half-marathon will begin at 9 a.m. The Commit to Be Fit 5k will start at 9:10 and the
popular Capital Kids Mascot Chase will take place at 8:30 a.m.
Registration is now open for 2006. Interested individuals can register for the
half-marathon on-line at columbusdistanceclassic.com and via standard mail.
On-line registration is $50.
For more information on The LaSalle Bank Columbus Distance Classic visit
columbusdistanceclassic.com or call 877/474-0449.
The 2006 LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon
The 2006 LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon takes place Sunday, October 22 starting and
finishing in Chicago's Grant Park. The Race will be broadcast live on CBS 2 CHICAGO.
Last year's race attracted the maximum 40,000 participants. Elite athletes will
compete for a portion of the $650,000 prize purse, the highest in the sport. The LaSalle
Bank Chicago Marathon draws world-class athletes and participants from all 50 states and
from more than 120 countries around the globe.
Runners may register online at chicagomarathon.com until the participation cap of
40,000 has been reached (last year the registration cap was reached in mid-July).
Race weekend entries will not be accepted. The entrance fee for the Marathon is $90
for U.S. runners and $100 for international runners.
The Health & Fitness Expo will take place Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21,
2006 at McCormick Place. The weekend will include more than 150 exhibitors featuring
the newest designs in running gear and shoes, as well as the latest developments in sports,
fitness and nutrition. The Health & Fitness Expo is free and open to the public.
For more information on The LaSalle Chicago Marathon visit
chicagomarathon.com or call
312 (904-9800) and for additional information about other LaSalle Bank sponsored sporting
events, visit lasallebanksports.com.
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