GM and the Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers have been supporting the Achilles Freedom Team since 2010. We hope our efforts result in an experience that showcases the spirit of what the people of Detroit are all about,” says John Fox, Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers President. After a year of not being able to compete, these athletes traveled across the country to our community, and we are honored to support them. “The Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers are thrilled to support the Achilles Freedom Team athletes and their families once again at the Detroit Marathon. The Achilles Freedom Team will be treated to a special team dinner, travel via GM shuttles, an experience at Comerica Park and a warm breakfast post-marathon. The official Detroit Free Press/TCF Bank Marathon app is packed with features for both runners and spectators, including live tracking of all Sunday participants, interactive course maps. Detroit weekend has become such an annual bonding experience thanks to the support and warm welcome each year of Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers and I am so thrilled to experience it for the first time.” “It means so much to be able to participate in the Achilles Freedom Team’s famous fall marathon tour. Pick the day of your event, and search our listings for the most convenient location for you. Whether you’re running the marathon, cheering someone on or just want to be part of the action, there is a lot you need to know to have a great day. You gain strength, courage, and confidence from every experience in which you stop to look fear in the face,” says Owens. Parking Near Detroit Marathon With the help of SpotHero, enjoy the convenience of booking a parking spot ahead of time, ensuring you have a space waiting for you when you get to Detroit Marathon. The Detroit Free Press Marathon is returning to the streets of Detroit this weekend, October 16-17, 2021 for the first time since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “There is an old military saying, ‘You win the war by winning the small battles first.’ My life changing injuries have taught me that you have to be willing to overcome anything that is placed in front of you and face it head on. Owens, who lost a portion of both his legs and had a severe traumatic brain injury after a 2012 parachute accident, will be taking on his first ever full marathon. A retired US Army Sergeant First Class (SFC) and member of the USA Golden Knights Parachute Team, Owens also served a volunteer tour of duty in Afghanistan. Among them is Albion, MI, native Marc Owens. 19 Veterans to Run and Roll via Handcycle in the RaceĪchilles International is pleased to announce that the Achilles Freedom Team will once again compete in the Detroit Free Press Marathon thanks to the continued generosity and support of GM and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers.įrom protecting and serving on the frontlines, to now racing across the start line, 19 veterans will have the opportunity to participate in various celebrations of marathon weekend. Detroit Free Press Marathon ( 120 reviews ) 95 of reviewers recommend this race Write a Review Detroit, Michigan, United States October 13.1 miles/Half Marathon, 26.2 miles/Marathon, Virtual Race Road Race Event Website See more of our race View Gallery Leah, Race Director Two countries, one great race.
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