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Race Captain Applications Open until 4/15/2012
If you are racing one of our 2012 key events and are looking to do more than just train and race solo, consider becoming a Marathon Nation Race Captain!
What You’ll Get
You’ll get free training & coaching via Marathon Nation through the event, a Race Captain T-Shirt and much more.
What You Do
As a Race Captain you’ll support the Team online and on Race Weekend, and have a ton of fun. You can learn more about the Race Captain position here.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in an online training session with Head Coach Patrick McCrann (Late April, TBD)
- Participate and monitor online groups on a consistent basis
- Serve as a role model and mentor for MN athletes by actively using the MN approach to prepare for your marathon.
- Assist Head Coach in supporting athletes by offering basic advice, offering resources, and more.
- Encourage all MN athletes, regardless of ability
- Participate in challenges with the Team as possible
- Organize and coordinate race weekend Team Dinner / Meet Up, if applicable.
Qualifications:
- Previous marathon experience (at least one finish!)
- A strong commitment to giving back to the running community
- Excellent written communication skills
- Prior volunteer leadership position a plus
- Flexible/ability to accommodate to a changing environment
- Must be 21 years or older.
Find Your Race on Our List
Only 20 Race Captain Slots are Available!
The full list of events — including marathons and half marathons! — for the 2012 season is available online here.
Are you still looking for captains??