The University of the West Indies, Mona, The University of Technology (UTech) and Children and Community for Change are partnering to host the UNI-T Fun Run/Biathlon on Sunday, February 11, under the theme “Run 4 Your Life.” Under the patronage of Asafa Powell, the event aims to enhance community spirit and encourage and engage the community into healthier lifestyles.
The action begins at 6:30 a.m. at UTech and ends on UWI, Mona Campus. Both the 5 kilometre run/walk and the 10 kilometre cycle will accommodate competitive and recreational athletes. The participants will be able to win a variety of prizes including: book grants, small bursaries, trophies and certificates. Participants are welcome to participate in a single event only (i.e. to run or walk or cycle), if they do not want to complete the biathlon.
The registration deadline is February 10 at 5:00 p.m. Entry forms are available at the UWI and UTech Sports Departments; Institute of Caribbean Studies; UWI Students’ Union Gym; University Township Office, Bryce Hill Road, August Town; JAAA Office; or online at http://www.uni-tbiathlon.com. Registration forms may be faxed to 977-2964 or returned to the above locations.
For further details such as routes of events, registration and fees, interested persons may visit the UNI-T website afore mentioned, contact the UNI-T Organising Committee by email at infor@uni-tbiathlon.com, call Jalani Niaah at 977-1951/927-7092, Moji Anderson at 360-1431, or Noelle Nicolls at 977-9990.