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Coke 10k Results are now posted on the results page to the left
 
 

COKE 10K IS THIS SATURDAY!!!

 

Several things that runners need to know.  Please review the different topics for race information below:

 

 

HEAT

Temperatures are going to be warm, 70 at the start, 76 at 10 a.m.  We are making several concessions regarding the temperature.  In the event of a medical emergency, MRHC has instructed spectators to dial 911.

 

     *MRHC is providing 6 medical stations on the course. (See map for location on coke 10k facebook page).

     *Magnolia Regional Health Center held CPR training classes for 15 race workers yesterday.

     *We are Increasing the cold Kimberly Clark wet rags to 4 stations.

     *We are keeping the finish line open an additional 15 minutes  … total course time = 2 hours and 15 min.

     *A shower station and a CFD spray station will be at the finish line.

     *A Corinth Fire Dept. spray station will be near the 4 mile mark.

     *A cool down area for EMTs to use at the finish line is available, courtesy of Nickels Graphics.

     *Four water/entertainment stations are on the course.

     *We are requesting that residents on the course put out spray hoses, spraying ONLY one side of the street.

 

PHOTOS

SNAP IT SPORTS will be here making photos.  Be sure you wear your number on the front and that it’s visible to photographers and officials.  After the race you will get an email telling you how to view your photos. 

 

 
If I were to do it, I’d exit Hwy 72 at Fulton Drive (by Kroger and K-Mart) and travel north on Fulton Drive about three quarters of a mile, past a 4 way stop and under a R.R. underpass, then turn east towards downtown on Waldron. Once you cross the railroad, then park!! There is a green field on the left, behind the shop area of the Coke plant, then on the right is Trail Head Park, around the first corner to the right there are 2-3 large parking areas. This will enable you to walk to the finish line (The Coke plant) and get your packet, then to the start line….2-3 blocks away.
Note on the map the NEW location of the Porta-potties. They are located between the start and the finish, also.

 

PHOTO STATIONS

At the finish line, there are several places you can make photos.  We have the traditional large banner, which will be located near the band stand.  Additionally, there will be several of the larger-than-life Coke Bottle trophies scattered around for you to use as backdrops.  Plus there is a new fantastic antique-looking painted wall that would make a great back-drop.

GUMTREE

 

Our sister race, the Gumtree, just down the road in Tupelo, is next weekend.  It’s a large and fun race and has been for decades.  Support our neighbor by registering and running the Gumtree and being a part of this event.  There is a new starting/finishing location that is sure to add to the fun.  If you will note the success that the XC teams from NE Mississippi have annually in the State, you have to know that the Gumtree and Coke 10k have had a hand in that! 

 

FINISHLINE MUSIC

 

We are delighted to again welcome the fabulous First Lady of Sound, Mary Mason, and the Mary Mason Band, back to the Coke 10k.  Mary and the guys captivated the crowd last year on the music stage at the Coke 10k finish line and will do so again this year.  Band member John (Big Foot) Aikin, fresh off another outstanding marathon performance at the heat fest in Boston, will be running and playing guitar.  We know you will give the Mary Mason Band a warm welcome at Coke 10k. 

 

PERSONAL DATA RESULTS

 

Get your “personal data results” immediately after you finish by visiting the table located on the porch of the Package Pickup building.  It’s a neat computerized “ticker tape” you can stick on your race number as a continuing reminder of your accomplishment.

 

ROD SIMMONS

           

Rod Simmons, from the Jackson area, knows more about racing in Mississippi than anyone. Be sure to ‘like’ Rods Racers on Facebook and follow him on Twitter.  He’s a great running promoter and does a lot for the running community of Mississippi.  He will be here this year for the Coke 10k taking photos and viewing our race.  Make him welcome!

 

Weather on Saturday is going to be warmer than we have had lately.  Additionally, the sun is to be shining brightly.  While that makes it nice for the spectators, it makes it even hotter for the runners.  Remember to hydrate reasonably before and during the race, however, you should not drink too much.  While maintaining modesty, don’t wear too many clothes so the air can circulate around your skin.

You may need to slow your pace to accommodate the warm weather.  If you feel yourself overheating, or if you feel faint, slow down and walk.  

We will have some spray stations on the course, but you can avoid them if you wish.

 

If you are a spectator and live on the course, you may want to set up a garden hose spray station to aid the runners.  MAKE SURE YOU ONLY SPRAY PART OF THE ROAD, as many runners will not want to be wet.  Remember those iPhones, iPods, Garmin GPSs, wireless earphones are very valuable and if you spray those the runner is going to be very unhappy. 

 
 
 
2012 Finishers Medal
2012 Finishers Medal
 
 
 
CLICK HERE for our 2012 Brochure
 
31st Annual Corinth Coca-Cola Classic 10K Run will be on May 5, 2012.
 
Mississippi's 2nd largest footrace is one of the best road races in the South! Listed in Running Times as "One of the 100 Great short races."
 
 
Click below to see a 3 minute video tour of the race course!
 
 
 
NEW This Year!!!
No Race Day Registration
Age Group changes 5-8, 9-11, and 12-14 year old
"Kids Get Fit" Initiative
Entry Forms are not being mailed this year
 
 
If you have questions please email us at coke10k@corinth.ms
 
 
 
2012 Sponsors
Corinth Coca-Cola
Magnolia Hospital
 
Refreshments, Inc.
Corinth Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
 
 
Co-Sponsors
Tupelo Coca-Cola
Lexington Coca-Cola
James Newcomb, Inc.
Gulf Ice Systems
Consolidated Coca-Cola
Nugrape
Mark Powers & Co.
Nail McKinney
FormLine Business Forms, Inc.
Morris Crum Tires
Choose ICS Computers
Highjump Software
Changer Services
ERS - Equipment Renovation Solutions
Gulf State Canners, Inc.
Rod's Racers
Electro-Mech Scoreboard Co.
AmeriPride Services
 
 
 
 
 
Race Day Map
 
 
 
 
 
The starting line is located at the intersection of Fillmore and Waldron Streets in downtown Corinth.  The finish line will be on Foote Street in front of the Coke Plant.
 
 
Kids Get Fit
 
 
Downtown
Corinth, Mississippi
Photo courtesy of PalmerTree Productions, Inc and Corinth Area CVB
 

 
 

RRCA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 10K DESIGNATION FOR COKE 10K

 

We are extremely pleased to announce that The Corinth Coca-Cola Classic 10k has been designated as the 10k championship for the State of Mississippi by Roadrunners Club of America.  RRCA is the oldest and largest organization in the US dedicated to distance running. It has 1000 member clubs and events representing over 200,000 running club members throughout the country.  Read more about RRCA at www.rrca.org.

 
 
 
 
Walkers Welcome
 
Anyone interested in registering to walk the course is highly encouraged to participate. Walkers will receive all the freebies and benefits that runners do — including free merchandise, medallion, food, and a prize drawing. The finish line will remain open for two hours after the start. This equates to a 20 minute per mile pace. Only registered participants with an official race number will be allowed on the course.
 
 
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Click here to check out an awesome short video on the hightlights of Corinth.