Beth Thomas crosses the finish line at the 2008 Springbrook Sprint Triathlon

Nedra Veronick and Beth Thomas sport stylish tiaras!

SoleMates Information

SoleMates 2010 Events
Springbrook Sprint Triathlon
Saturday, August 7th, 8:00 a.m.
Alcoa, Tennessee
200 yard pool swim
9 miles flat and fast bike course
3 miles run/walk

Bluegrass Half Marathon
Sunday, September 26th, 8:00 a.m.
Carnegie Hotel, Johnson City, TN

About SoleMates
The SoleMates program provides a great opportunity to give girls an example of healthy living. By joining SoleMates, you can play a vital role in ensuring the future success of Girls on the Run programs that impact on the lives of thousands of young women every year. Just as SoleMates members are changed by their experience, Girls on the Run uses running to transform the way girls see themselves and their opportunities. Our ultimate goal is to raise enough money to reach every girl, and to educate and prepare her for a lifetime of self respect and healthy living.

SoleMates is the adult charity running leg of Girls on the Run. We are male and female athletes who pursue an individual goal event, such as running a marathon or participating in a triathlon, to raise money for local Girls on the Run councils.

Registration for Girls on the Run SoleMates is a non-refundable $26.00 and then members agree to raise a minimum of $262.00 for GOTR of Northeast Tennessee. We support our participants every step of the way with exclusive premiums, effortless on-line fundraising and online support. We encourage our participants to continue fundraising beyond the minimum to support our mission. Additional incentives are available for all participants who surpass the fundraising goal.

What do I receive as a Sole Mates member?

• Easy online registration process and online fundraising
• Welcome packet, including exclusive SoleMates New Balance technical t-shirt and other branded gear
• Incentive prizes for participants exceeding fundraising minimums
• Experienced coaching and fundraising advice every step of the way
• Encouragement and motivation from training with a group
• Training manual with marathon and half marathon plans for any level developed by Jenny Hadfield, co-author of best selling Marathoning for Mortals
• New Balance running shoes to the top 100 fundraisers and discounts on New Balance products for all SoleMates athletes
• Special promotions from national partners
• Inspirational emails providing deeper connection to the Girls on the Run mission
• Access to information and fundraising tips and ideas posted in Participant Section of www.girlsontherunsolemates.org
• Unforgettable experience and lifetime of memories

SoleMates Resources (PDF)

• General Information
• How to Register
• Fundraising Expectations

Please note: the registration fee for SoleMates does not include registration to the actual event you choose to participate in. You still need to register for the event of your choice. These are two separate registrations.

By registering for Girls on the Run SoleMates you are agreeing to pay the $26.00 sign-up fee and to raise a minimum of $262.00 on or 30 days after completing the race, or be personally responsible for this amount.

When you sign up, choose Girls on the Run of Northeast Tennessee to receive your donations. If you have more questions, please do not hesitate to email us at Katie Jenkins

Learn more about SoleMates, including how to register or donate!

Congrats to our 2009 SoleMates team for completing the Springbrook Sprint Triathlon on August 8 and for raising over $5000 to benefit Girls on the Run of Northeast Tennessee!

2009 Sole Mates Participants and Coaches

A special thanks to our 2008 Team Tiara members who completed the Springbook Sprint Triathlon on August 9 and raised almost $8000 to benefit Girls on the Run of Northeast Tennessee!