15K • 5K • HALF MARATHON • 8K

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 Run into Publix for items that fuel—and reward—your active lifestyle as
you train for the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic, February 22 & 23, 2020.
Visit publix.com/RunGasparilla for more information and online registration.
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association is a not-for-profit organization dedi-
cated to raising funds for youth charitable organizations and running programs
in the Tampa Bay area. Since the first running of the Gasparilla Distance Classic in
Feb. 1978, as a direct result of the running events, $5.7 million has been donated
to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, The
Friends of Tampa Recreation, University of Tampa Cross Country & Track Program,
the Cigna Kids Running Program, Tampa Bay Area High School Athletic Programs,
various non-profit organizations and Tampa Bay area running related programs
for kids and adults.
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association is also proud of its fundraising partner-
ships with St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Beat Nb, Joy FM’s Team Freedom, Nation-
al CMV Foundation and PACE Center For Girls Hillsborough. To learn more about
these wonderful causes and fundraising opportunities, please visit the Charity
Partner Page on RunGasparilla.com
Thank you to the City of Tampa, Publix Super Markets, the Publix Gasparilla
Distance Classic Race Weekend’s event sponsors, volunteers and every one of
the 810,000+ participants that since 1978, have crossed the Finish Line.
NEW IN 2020
• Host Hotel–Embassy Suites Tampa Convention Center
• The Embassy Suites Pre-Race Pasta Dinners (Fri. & Sat. Evenings)
• New Breathable Performance Fabric For All 15K, 5K, Half Marathon
& 8K Gender Specific Event Shirts
• New Look For The Michelob Ultra Challenge, Bud Light Lime Challenge,
Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge and Bud Light Orange Challenge
• Larger PGDC Finisher’s Towels For All 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Finishers
• Garmin Quarter-Mile Challenge In The 15K & Half Marathon
BACK IN 2020
• Specially Designed Bib Numbers For All Active, Retired & Former
USAA Military Division Competitors
• In-Store Registration at DICK’S Sporting Goods (Bay Area Locations Only) (pg. 10)
• PGDC Pirate Themed Branded Apparel
• Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water ‘Half Way There’ Celebration at the
15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Course Mid-Points
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bags For All Registered Participants
• Gender-specific PGDC 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Shirts (unique designs for each)
• Unique and colorful PGDC 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Finisher’s Medals

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• Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge
• Gasparilla Gift Cards – Give The Gift Of Gasparilla!
• Race Weekend Late Registration
— 15K & 5K Late Registration (if not Sold Out) will close at 8 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 21.
—H alf Marathon & 8K Late Registration (if not Sold Out) closes at 5 p.m. on Sat. Feb. 22
SAT., FEB. 22, 2020
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K
15K Start: Brorein St. & Franklin St.
• 15K Wheeler Start:
–Push-Rim Only: 6:40 a.m.
• 15K Wave Start Times:
— Wave Start #1: 6:45 a.m. (90 min. & under)
— Wave Start #2: 6:55 a.m. (91 min. & over)
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 5K
5K Start: Brorein St. & Ashley St.
• 5K Wave Start Times
— Wave Start #1: 9:15 a.m. (30 min. & under)
— Wave Start #2: 9:25 a.m. (31-35 min.)
— Wave Start #3: 9:35 a.m. (36-40 min.)
— Wave Start #4: 9:45 a.m. (41-45 min.)
— Wave Start #5: 9:55 a.m. (46-50 min.)
— Wave Start #6: 10:05 a.m. Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll
— Wave Start #7: 10:15 a.m. Kashi 5K Walk: (51+ min. )
SUN., FEB. 23, 2020
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC HALF MARATHON
Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon Start:
Platt St. & Bayshore Blvd. Open Start: 6 a.m.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 8K
Publix Gasparilla 8K Start:
Bayshore Blvd. & Verne St. Open Start: 9:15 a.m.
2020 PGDC RACE WEEKEND GENERAL INFO
RACE HEADQUARTERS: Tampa Convention Center,
East & Central Hall, 333 South Franklin St.
• 8 On Your Side Health & Fitness Expo:
Tampa Convention Center - East & Central Hall
— Fri., Feb. 21, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. & Sat., Feb. 22, 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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• The Expo is FREE and open to the public. In addition to Late Registration (if avail-
able) & Packet Pick-up, several health and fitness professionals will be on-hand to
help us learn how to lead a more healthy lifestyle.
• Be sure to visit the Ferman display at the Expo. Take your souvenir photo with the
2020 PGDC Official Pace Car, see some of your favorite vehicles and
enjoy high-energy musical entertainment, courtesy of the Ferman
Automotive Group.
• Check out the specially-designed 2020 PGDC ‘Pirate Themed’ Race Weekend
Gear in the PGDC booth at the front of the 8 On Your Side Health & Fitness Expo.
• Check Out The Tampa General Hospital Healthy Pavilion.
• Visit WFLA-TV 8, meet the On-Air Talent and hang out in
the Great 38 Comfort Zone, presented by Rooms To Go.
— Great 38 Comfort Zone Rooms To Go Furniture will
be raffled off on Saturday
USAA WARRIOR CHALLENGE
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association and USAA take a great deal of pride in
recognizing those that currently serve or have served in the U.S. Military. In 2009,
USAA and the Association created the USAA WARRIOR CHALLENGE AWARD, a desig-
nation that on an annual basis, is awarded to the military branch that registers the
most participants combined in the 15K, 5K, Half Marathon and/or 8K.
In 2019, 2,845 active, retired and former military personnel participated in one or
more of the Race Weekend Running Events. With 1,000 registered participants, the
U.S. Army was the recipient of the 2019 USAA Warrior Challenge Award, with the U.S.
Air Force close behind with to at 914 participants.
USAA MILITARY CHALLENGE
The 2020 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend
will once again include an individual military competition
in the15K, 5K, Half Marathon and 8K. The USAA Military
Challenge (see pg. 34) will be open to active, retired and
former personnel. Individual awards will be presented in
each distance:
Pictured above: U.S. Army Colonel • Top 3 Male & Female Overall
Charles “Chuck” Daly, USAA
Director of Human Resources, • 1st Masters Male & Female
Kay Swartz and Gasparilla
Distance Classic Association Vice • 1st Grand Masters Male & Female
President, Linda Thorpe. During
the Association’s Annual Sponsor • 1st Grand+ Masters Male & Female (60+)
Celebration on March 13 at Pepin
Hospitality Centre, Colonel Daly
To register, be sure to mark the appropriate military branch
accepted the award on behalf of on the attached entry form (see pg. 24) or during online
the U.S. Army.
registration at: RunGasparilla.com
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HOST HOTEL Embassy Suites Tampa Convention Center
513 South Florida Avenue (attached to Tampa Convention Center)
2020 PGDC Race Weekend Host Hotel, the Embassy Suites Tampa
Convention Center isn’t Sold Out, but close...only a few rooms remain!
For additional 2020 PGDC Race Weekend Hotel Block information,
please visit: RunGasparilla.com
PRE & POST-RACE MASSAGE
The Performance Massage Sports Massage Team will be
providing Post-Race Massage after the Publix Gasparilla
Distance Classic 15K & 5K and Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon & 8K. On both morn-
ings, the Team will offer 10-minute ($15) and 20-minute ($25) Post-Race Massages.
Pre-paying for massage is available through online registration ONLY at
RunGasparilla.com. (Rate applies to pre-paid massages only.)
The Team will also offer Pre-Race Massage during the 8 On Your Side Health &
Fitness Expo on both Fri. and Sat. during Expo Hours. For more information or to
book an additional Pre-Race and/or Post-Race Massage, please contact Glen Kemp,
813-831-7007.
RACE WEEKEND TIMING, PRESENTED BY GARMIN
Race participants will be timed utilizing the ChronoTrack B-Tag
Timing System developed and designed with RFID–radio fre-
quency identification. A timing tag will be placed on the back of each runner’s bib/
race number and SHOULD NOT be removed. Transponder pads at the Start, Finish
and along the race course will record the participant’s time for compiling the Tampa
Bay Times Race Results. For immediate Post-Race Results, a personalized QR Code
will be placed on the front of all Race Bibs/Numbers. By scanning the QR Code
(Smart Phone QR Code Reader app required), each finisher will receive their Start
Times and Net Times, as well as any splits that were recorded.
PGDC RACE WEEKEND PACE TEAMS
Pace Teams will once again be offered for the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic
15K & 5K and Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon & 8K. For more information, please
visit RunGasparilla.com.
RACE WEEKEND AID STATIONS
The 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K will include (1) Start and
(1) Finish Aid Station, as well as the following on-course Aid Stations:
• 15K (9) Aid Stations: Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water will be distributed at each
Aid Station; Gatorade Endurance Formula will be available at miles 3 & 7
• 5K (4) Aid Stations: Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water

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• Half Marathon (12) Aid Stations: Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water
& Gatorade Endurance Formula will be distributed at each Aid Station
• 8K (4) Aid Stations: Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water
REGISTRATION FEES ONLINE & BY MAIL UNTIL JAN. 10, 2020**
Pre-Registration for all 2020 PGDC Race Weekend Events will end at midnight on
Fri., Jan. 10, 2020. Register online or use Official Entry Form on pg. 24.
• Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K ............................................................ $50
• Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 5K .............................................................. $40
• Kashi 5K Walk .................................................................................................. $40
• Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll
— Adults and Kids 5 & Over .............................................................................. $40
— Kids 4 & Under (each) .................................................................................... $5
• Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon.................................................................... $105
• Publix Gasparilla 8K......................................................................................... $45
• Michelob Ultra Challenge ................................................................................ $245
• Bud Light Lime Challenge .............................................................................. $215
• Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge ................................................................ $190
• Bud Light Orange Challenge ............................................................................ $145
(**PLEASE NOTE: IF REGISTRATION CAPS ARE REACHED, ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE.)
•If you register by mail or online, you MUST pick up your T-shirt and PGDC Branded
Publix Reusable Goody Bag during the 8 On Your Side Health & Fitness Expo in the
Tampa Convention Center – East & Central Hall, Fri., Feb. 21, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.,
and Sat., Feb. 22, 6 a.m.– 5 p.m.
LATE REGISTRATION FEES (IF AVAILABLE, ONLINE ONLY)**
Begins on Sat., Jan. 11 and ends at midnight Sun., Feb. 17
• Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K ............................................................ $55
• Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 5K .............................................................. $45
• Kashi 5K Walk .................................................................................................. $45
• Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll
— Adults and Kids 5 & Over .............................................................................. $45
— Kids 4 & Under (each) .................................................................................... $5
• Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon.................................................................... $115
• Publix Gasparilla 8K......................................................................................... $50
• Michelob Ultra Challenge ................................................................................ $265
• Bud Light Lime Challenge .............................................................................. $235
• Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge ................................................................ $210
• Bud Light Orange Challenge ............................................................................ $165
(**PLEASE NOTE: IF REGISTRATION CAPS ARE REACHED, ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE.)

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 If you register by mail or online, you MUST pick up your T-shirt and PGDC Branded
Publix Reusable Goody Bag during the 8 On Your Side Health & Fitness Expo in the
Tampa Convention Center – East & Central Hall on Fri., Feb. 21, 10 a.m.– 8 p.m.,
and Sat., Feb. 22, 6 a.m.– 5 p.m.
RACE WEEKEND LATE REGISTRATION**
If available, 15K & 5K Late Registration will close at 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21 and if
available, Half Marathon & 8K Late Registration will close at 5 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 22.
(**PLEASE NOTE: IF REGISTRATION CAPS ARE REACHED, ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE.)
• Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K ............................................................ $60
• Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 5K............................................................... $50
• Kashi 5K Walk................................................................................................... $50
• Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll
Adults and Kids 5 & Over................................................................................. $50
Kids 4 & Under (each)....................................................................................... $5
• Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon.................................................................... $125
• Publix Gasparilla 8K......................................................................................... $55
RACE WEEKEND RUNNER & WALKER SAFETY
For the safety and enjoyment of all, the courses are restricted to registered partici-
pants and Official Race Personnel only. **Animals of any type, skateboards or inline
skates, Rollerblades, roller skates, bicycles and cars are prohibited.
Participants with stroller age children will be restricted to the Kellogg’s 5K Stroller
Roll and WILL NOT be allowed in the 15K, 5K Run, 5K Walk, Half Marathon or 8K.
STRICTLY ENFORCED! For your own safety, we discourage the use of headphones in
acceptance with RRCA and USATF Guidelines.** (For those that wish to inquire about
Gasparilla’s Service Animal Procedures, please call (813) 254-7866.)
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC MOBILE APP
Download the PGDC App! The app will provide the
latest Race Weekend Information, as well as Parking Information,
15K
Runner Tracking, Race Results, Course Maps and more!
TAMPA BAY TIMES RACE RESULTS
Every PGDC Race Number features a personalized
QR Code that (QR Code Reader App required) when
FIRSTNAME utilized, will link directly to Individual Results.
Scan for results

No Smart Phone On Race Day? Visit the Tampa Bay Times Race
Results Tent that during the Q105 Post-Race Celebrations in Cotan-
Print Label Data Here

chobee Park, will be equipped with iPads. Complete (but not Official)
This is your Beer Coupon
Do not detach until instructed to do soin the Michelob Ultra Distribution Area
NO COUPON - NO BEER

Results will be available by Noon on Saturday and Sunday at RunGasparilla.com

and/or Official Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend App.

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TAMPA BAY TIMES/PGDC RESULTS SPECIAL SECTION
On Monday, Feb. 24, the Tampa Bay Times will feature a Publix Gasparilla Distance
Classic Results Special Section that will include Race Weekend Coverage, Photos and
complete (but not Official) Age Group Results.
For those folks that live out of the Tampa Bay Area or aren’t Tampa Bay Times
subscribers, TBT-PGDC Race Results Special Section will be available (and mailed
to your home) for $5.
• This purchase includes postage, packaging, handling, the Monday, Feb. 24th
Edition of the Tampa Bay Times and the TBT-PGDC Race Results Special Section.
• The $5 TBT-PGDC Race Results Special Section can be purchased online or by mail
at the time of registration
COURSE CLOCKS & MILE MARKERS, PRESENTED BY GARMIN
For the 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K, clocks and mile markers are located at each mile.
GARMIN RUNNER TRACKING
Spectators, family and friends (on-site or at home) can
electronically track multiple runners along the 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K course
by receiving real-time updates via email and text messaging.
Updates will be received as runners cross checkpoints (will vary according to
distance), as well as at the Finish Line. Beginning Sat., Feb. 1, 2020, Garmin
Runner Tracking Registration will be available at RunGasparilla.com.
2020 PGDC ONLINE RACE REGISTRATION
imATHLETE Online Registration is available for the Publix Gasparilla
Distance Classic 15K & 5K, Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon & 8K,
and while available, the Michelob Ultra and Bud Light Challenges at RunGasparilla.
com. To register online, you must have a MC, Visa, Amex or Discover credit card.
PLEASE NOTE: When registering online, imATHLETE does assess a service charge.
BANDITS: SOMEONE WHO PARTICIPATES WITHOUT REGISTERING AND PAYING THE
FEE. PLEASE REMEMBER THESE EVENTS ARE FOR THE ENJOYMENT OF ALL AND TO
RAISE CHARITABLE DOLLARS FOR YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS IN THE TAMPA BAY COM-
MUNITY. IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO REGISTER, PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL OF YOURSELF, THE GASPAR-
ILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC ASSOCIATION AND THOSE THAT HAVE CHOSEN TO SUPPORT THE YOUTH
IN THE TAMPA BAY COMMUNITY.
8 ON YOUR SIDE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
Tampa Convention Center – East & Central Hall
Fri., Feb. 21 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 22 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Arrrgghh You Ready To Save?
2020 ONLINE ENTRY FEES INCREASE ON JAN. 11!
Take advantage of Pre-Registration Fees & Register During In-Store
Registration at the following Bay Area Locations of DICK’S Sporting Goods:

SAT., JAN. 11: 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. SAT., JAN. 18: 10 A.M. – 5 P.M.
SUN., JAN. 12: NOON – 5 P.M. SUN., JAN. 19: NOON – 5 P.M.
TAMPA TAMPA
Westshore Plaza Westshore Plaza
258 Westhore Plaza 258 Westhore Plaza
Westfield Citrus Park Westfield Citrus Park
8100 Citrus Park Town Ctr. 8100 Citrus Park Town Ctr.
BRANDON BRANDON
Brandon Town Center Brandon Town Center
901 Brandon Town Ctr. Mall 901 Brandon Town Ctr. Mall
CLEARWATER CLEARWATER
Countryside Center Countryside Center
26583 Hwy 19 North 26583 Hwy 19 North
WESLEY CHAPEL ST. PETERSBURG
5925 Wesley Grove Blvd. Tyrone Square Mall
SARASOTA 6775 22nd Avenue North
University Town Center
181 North Cattlemen Road REGISTRATION FEES
LAKELAND CASH OR CHECK ONLY!
Lakeland Park Center
919 Lakeland Park Ctr. Dr, #300
ST. PETERSBURG
Tyrone Square Mall
6775 22nd Avenue North
REMEMBER, In-Store Registration offers the ONLY opportunity to get your Official Race Shirt and 2020
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Reusable Goody Bag prior to Race Weekend is the ONLY opportunity to get your
Official Race Shirt and 2020 PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag prior to Race Weekend.

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PGDC BRANDED PUBLIX REUSABLE GOODY BAG,
T-SHIRT & RACE NUMBER PICK-UP
8 On Your Side Health & Fitness Expo Tampa Convention Center – East & Central Hall
— Fri., Feb. 21, 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.
— Sat., Feb. 22, 6 a.m.-5 p.m.
SATURDAY PICK-UP TIME SCHEDULE
• 15K:......................................................................................................6-6:30 a.m.
• 5K: ................................................................................................. 6:45-9:30 a.m.
• Half Marathon:.............................................................................9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
• 8K:................................................................................................9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K & 5K RACE INFORMATION
PLEASE NOTE: If you intend to run the 15K AND 5K on Sat., Feb. 22, 2020, you must
register and complete an Entry Form for each event. Unless you are running the
Michelob Ultra Challenge or Bud Light Lime Challenge, you will be issued a 15K
Race Number AND a 5K Race Number.
When running the 15K, you MUST wear your assigned 15K Race Number ONLY.
Do not wear or carry your 5K Race Number. Before starting the 5K, YOU MUST
remove your 15K Race Number and replace with your 5K Race Number.
Because of the sensitivity of the Chrono Track Timing Device, wearing or carrying
your 5K Race Number during the 15K or wearing or carrying your 15K Race Number
during the 5K, WILL impact your Tampa Bay Times Race Results.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K
15K Start: Brorein St. & Franklin St. (pg. 27)
• Wheeler Start: (Push-Rim Only):............................................................. 6:40 a.m.
• Wave Start #1 GREEN – 90 minutes & Under:......................................... 6:45 a.m.
• Wave Start #2 BLUE – 91 minutes & Over:............................................. 6:55 a.m.
15K Wheelers and runners with Seeded Numbers will access the front of the Start
Area at the intersection of Brorein & Franklin St. All others should enter from barri-
cade breaks on either side of Brorein St. according to their assigned Wave Start Area.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 5K
5K Start: Brorein St. & Ashley St. (pg. 27)
The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 5K will feature five Wave Starts and a designat-
ed Start for the Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll and Kashi 5K Walk. Race Numbers will be
assigned according to each participants Projected Finish Time that was provided at
the time of registration. Runners and walkers should start in their correct Wave.

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Wave Start #1: (30 min. & under) 9:15 a.m. – YELLOW WAVE/GREEN WAVE
5K Wave #1 will stage on Brorein St. 5K Runners with Seeded Numbers (YELLOW)
will access the front of the Start Area at the intersection of Brorein & Ashley St.
All others should enter the staging area (marked with GREEN barricade signage)
from barricade breaks on either side of Brorein Street.
Wave Start #2: (31 min. – 35 min.) 9:25 a.m. – BLUE WAVE
Wave #2 runners will stage on Brorein St. and should enter the staging area (marked
with BLUE barricade signage) from barricade breaks on either side of Brorein Street.
Once all Wave #1 runners have cleared the Start Area, the runners in Wave #2 will be
walked to the ‘official’ 5K Start Line at Brorein & Ashley St.
Wave Start #3: (36 min. – 40 min.) 9:35 a.m. – ORANGE WAVE
Wave #3 runners will stage on Brorein Street and should enter the staging area
(marked with ORANGE barricade signage) from barricade breaks on either side of
Brorein Street. Once all Wave #2 runners have cleared the Start Area, the runners in
Wave #3 will be walked to the ‘official’ 5K Start Line at Brorein & Ashley St.
Wave Start #4 (41 min. – 45 min.) 9:45 a.m. – PURPLE WAVE
Wave #4 runners will stage on Brorein Street and should enter the staging area
(marked with PURPLE barricade signage) from barricade breaks on either side of
Brorein Street. Once all Wave #3 runners have cleared the Start Area, the runners in
Wave #4 will be walked to the ‘official’ 5K Start Line at Brorein & Ashley St.
Wave Start #5 (46 min. – 50 min.) 9:55 a.m. – RED WAVE
Wave #5 runners will stage on Brorein Street and should enter the staging area
(marked with RED barricade signage) from barricade breaks on either side of Brorein
Street. Once all Wave #4 runners have cleared the Start Area, the runners in Wave #5
will be walked to the ‘official’ 5K Start Line at Brorein & Ashley St.
KELLOGG’S 5K STROLLER ROLL
Start Time: 10:05 a.m.
Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll participants will stage on Florida Ave.,
south of Brorein Street. Stroller Roll participants should enter the
staging area, (marked with Kellogg’s barricade signage) from barricade breaks on
either side of Florida Avenue. Once all of the Wave #5 runners have cleared the Start
Area, the 5K Stroller Roll participants will be allowed access and walked to the ‘offi-
cial’ 5K Start Line at Brorein & Ashley St. Stroller Roll registered participants should
utilize Channelside Dr. to access the Staging Area on Florida Ave.
KASHI 5K WALK
Start Time: 10:15 a.m. (51 min. & over)
Kashi 5K Walkers will stage on Florida Avenue, south of Brorein
Street and behind the Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll Staging Area. Kashi
5K Walk participants should enter the staging area (marked with

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Kashi barricade signage) from barricade breaks on either side of Florida Avenue.
Once all of the Stroller Roll participants have cleared the Start Area, Kashi 5K Walk
registered participants will be walked to the ‘official’ 5K Start Line at Brorein &
Ashley St. Kashi 5K Walk participants should utilize Channelside Dr. to access the
Staging Area on Florida Ave.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K & 5K
15K & 5K ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• All 15K and/or 5K participants MUST sign the Race Application Waiver.
• A Parent/Legal Guardian MUST sign the Race Application Waiver for those under 18.
• Adults with stroller age children 4 & under that will participate in the Kellogg’s 5K
Stroller Roll, must provide the names and ages of children that will be riding in
baby joggers and strollers; payment of a $5 registration fee for each is required.
See pg.14 for additional Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll information.
• For children 5 & over, payment of a 5K registration fee ($40/$45/$50) is required
and an entry form must be completed in their name and MUST include the
signature of a parent or legal guardian.
15K & 5K REGISTRATION BY MAIL
Fill out the enclosed registration form (pg. 24) completely and return with your
check or money order to: GDCA, P.O. Box 1881, Tampa, FL 33601. DO NOT mail after
Jan. 10, 2020. Make checks payable to GDCA.
Registered participants who provide a correct and legible email address will receive
REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION via email no later than Mon., Feb. 17, 2020.
Confirmation will include each participant’s assigned race number, name, address,
race entered and age.
PLEASE NOTE: IF AT ANY TIME, YOU HAVE UNSUBSCRIBED FROM THE PUBLIX
GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC BLAST DATABASE, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A REGIS-
TRATION CONFIRMATION VIA EMAIL. YOU MUST REJOIN THE PUBLIX GASPARILLA
DISTANCE CLASSIC BLAST DATABASE.
For more information, please visit RunGasparilla.com. Please check email confir-
mation to see that all information is correct. If there are any errors, email GDCA office
at registration@RunGasparilla.com or call (813) 254-RUNN (7866). Email address
must be provided to receive confirmation.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF PRE-REGISTRATION FEES DURING
IN-STORE REGISTRATION AT DICK’S SPORTING GOODS
Once again, DICK’S Sporting Goods is the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race
Weekend’s Official Sports Store and In-Store Registration location. You may register
for the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K & 5K, Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon
& 8K, and IF AVAILABLE, Michelob Ultra Challenge, Bud Light Lime Challenge,
Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge and Bud Light Orange Challenge.
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For additional In-Store Registration information please see pg. 10. REMEMBER, YOU
MUST register in person at DICK’S Sporting Goods during In-Store Registration hours
to receive your T-Shirt and PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag prior to Race
Weekend. If you register by mail or online, your T-Shirt and PGDC Branded Publix
Reuseable Goody Bag WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE for pick-up until the 8 On Your Side
Health & Fitness Expo being held in the Tampa Convention Center – East Hall & Cen-
tral Hall on Fri., Feb. 21, 10 a.m.– 8 p.m. and on Sat., Feb. 22, 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Race Numbers WILL NOT be available for pick-up prior to Race Weekend!
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K & 5K RUNNER PREMIUMS
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K & 5K participants will receive:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag
• Official Gender Specific Tech T-Shirt
PLEASE NOTE: ONLY THOSE REGISTERED BY SUN., JAN. 19, 2020 WILL BE
GUARANTEED THE CORRECT SIZE AND GENDER SPECIFIC TECH T-SHIRT.
For those that cross the Finish Line:
• 2020 PGDC Finisher’s Medal
• 2020 PGDC Finisher’s Towel
• Post-Race food & beverages
• (1) 12-ounce Michelob Ultra for runners 21 years of age and older, DO NOT detach
the Michelob Ultra coupon from your Race Number prior to being served.
• Personalized eFinishers Certificate
KASHI 5K WALK
Because the Gasparilla Distance Classic Association, Publix Super
Markets and the City of Tampa strive to create a healthy, fun and
enjoyable experience for ALL, 5K walkers will once again have their very own event.
Registration fees for adults and children 5 & over are located on pg. 7
ONLY OFFICIALLY REGISTERED KASHI 5K WALK PARTICIPANTS
WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE KASHI 5K WALK START AREA!!!
KELLOGG’S 5K STROLLER ROLL
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association, Publix Super Markets
and The City of Tampa also support Healthy Living for the entire
family. The Association encourages families with little ones to come out and enjoy
an event created especially for them. The Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll will be open
exclusively to 5K Joggers/ Walkers pushing baby joggers and/or strollers and their
families and friends.

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 THERE WILL ONCE AGAIN BE A KELLOGG’S 5K STROLLER
ROLL FOR FAMILIES THAT WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE AND
WALK WITH THEIR STROLLER AGE CHILDREN. IF YOU WILL BE
PARTICIPATING WITH A BABY STROLLER/ JOGGER, YOU MUST
REGISTER FOR THE KELLOGG’S 5K STROLLER ROLL. THIS
IS NOT A RACE. FOR THE SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT OF ALL,
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER WITH THE INTENT OF ANYTHING OTHER THAN A RELAX-
ING 3.1 MILE WALK OR JOG WITH YOUR STROLLER AGE CHILDREN, FAMILY AND
FRIENDS!
• Registration fees for adults and children 5 & over. (see pg.7)
• Registration fees for stroller age children 4 & under: $5
• All stroller age children will receive the #1 as their Race Number and will be present-
ed with a Kellogg’s Tony The Tiger 5K Stroller Roll Finisher’s Medal at the Finish Line.
• When filling out the 2020 entry form or registering online, parents
MUST provide the names and ages of participating stroller children.
• Only officially registered Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll walkers, joggers and
stroller children will be allowed in the Kellogg’s 5K Stroller Roll Start Area!!!
• On Race Morning, Stroller Roll kids MUST wear their Stroller Roll Race Number.
PLEASE NOTE: IF KIDS IN STROLLERS ARE NOT WEARING A STROLLER ROLL RACE
NUMBER (OR NUMBER ISN’T AFFIXED TO BABY STROLLER/JOGGER), UPON CROSS-
ING THE FINISH LINE, THEY WILL NOT RECEIVE A KELLOGG’S 5K STROLLER ROLL
FINISHER’S MEDAL.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT BABY JOGGERS AND/OR STROLLERS WILL NOT BE
ALLOWED IN THE 15K, 5K RUN, 5K WALK, HALF MARATHON OR 8K. THIS WILL
BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K & 5K AGE GROUP AWARDS
Once Results are deemed correct and Official, Age Group Awards will be awarded to
the Top 5 men and women in each 15K and 5K Age Group. Age Group Awards are
personalized and will be mailed no later than April 15, 2020.
15K & 5K Overall, Masters, Grand Masters and Grand+ Masters winners WILL NOT
be eligible for Age Group Awards. All results are USATF sanctioned and certified.
15K & 5K RUNNER BELONGINGS
Beginning at 5:30 a.m. on Sat., Feb. 22, 2020, Meeting Room 24 in the Tampa Con-
vention Center will be available to check belongings. Clear plastic ‘Gear Check’ Bags
will be distributed in MR #24. For safety and security, these bags MUST be utilized
for Gear Check. Backpacks and/or other types of bags WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
PLEASE DO NOT BRING VALUABLES. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS.

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SUN., FEB. 23, 2020
PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF MARATHON & 8K
PLEASE NOTE: If you intend to run the Half Marathon AND 8K on Sun., Feb. 23,
2020, you must register and complete an Entry Form for each event. Unless you
are running the Michelob Ultra Challenge, upon registration, you will be issued a
Half Marathon Race Number AND an 8K Race Number.
When running the Half Marathon, you MUST wear your assigned Half Marathon
Race Number ONLY. Do not wear or carry your 8K Race Number. Before starting the
8K, YOU MUST remove your Half Marathon Race Number and replace with your 8K
Race Number.
Due to the sensitivity of the Chrono Track Timing Device, wearing or carrying your
8K Race Number during the Half Marathon OR wearing or carrying your Half Mara-
thon Race Number during the 8K, will impact your Tampa Bay Times Race Results.
Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon Start:
Platt St. & Bayshore Blvd.; Start Time: 6 a.m.
Publix Gasparilla 8K Start:
Bayshore Blvd. & Verne St.; Start Time: 9:15 a.m.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF MARATHON & 8K ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Every Half Marathon and 8K participant MUST sign the Race Application Waiver.
Half Marathon participants must maintain a 16 minute-per-mile pace.
PLEASE NOTE: WALKERS ARE WELCOME IN THE PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF
MARATHON, BUT BECAUSE OF ROAD CLOSURE PERMITS, A 16-MINUTE PER
MILE PACE MUST BE MAINTAINED.
• Those not able to complete the first five miles by 7:20 a.m. (1:20), will be moved
to the Davis Islands sidewalk until they exit Davis Islands., at which time, they will
be moved back on to Bayshore Blvd.
• Those not able to complete miles 5–11 and reach Bay To Bay Boulevard by 9 a.m.
(3:00), will be moved to the sidewalk until Bay to Bay, at which time, they will be
allowed back onto Bayshore Blvd. These participants will be sharing the road with
the Publix Gasparilla 8K participants.
• For participants under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign the Waiver.
• For Half Marathon participants 12 & under, a parent or legal guardian must
register and accompany their child throughout the Half Marathon course.
• Mail-in entries must be postmarked by Jan. 10, 2020.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF MARATHON & 8K REGISTRATION BY MAIL
Fill out the enclosed registration form (see pg. 24) completely and return with your
check or money order to: GDCA, P.O. Box 1881, Tampa, FL 33601. DO NOT mail after
Jan. 10, 2020. Make checks payable to GDCA.
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Registered participants who provide a correct and legible email address will receive
Registration Confirmation via email no later than Mon., Feb. 17, 2020 that will include
each participant’s assigned race number, name, address, race entered and age.
PLEASE NOTE: IF AT ANY TIME, YOU HAVE UNSUBSCRIBED FROM THE PUBLIX
GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC BLAST DATABASE, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A REG-
ISTRATION CONFIRMATION VIA EMAIL. YOU MUST REJOIN THE PUBLIX GASPARILLA
DISTANCE CLASSIC BLAST DATABASE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT
RUNGASPARILLA.COM.
Please check email confirmation to see that all information is correct. If there are any
errors, email GDCA office at: registration@RunGasparilla.com or call (813) 254-
7866. Email address must be provided to receive confirmation.
PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF MARATHON & 8K RUNNER PREMIUMS
Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon participants will receive:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• Official Long Sleeve Gender Specific Tech T-Shirt.
PLEASE NOTE: ONLY THOSE REGISTERED BY SUN., JAN. 19, 2020 WILL BE
GUARANTEED THE CORRECT SIZE AND GENDER SPECIFIC TECH T-SHIRT.
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag
For those that cross the Finish Line:
• 2020 Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon Finisher’s Medal
• 2020 Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon Finisher’s Towel
• Columbia Restaurants Black Beans and Rice & ‘1905’ salad
will be served from 7:30 -11:30 a.m.
PLEASE NOTE: COLUMBIA RESTAURANTS WILL STOP SERVING AT 11:30 A.M.
FINISHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO VISIT THE COLUMBIA RESTAURANT RUNNER REVIVE
AREA IMMEDIATELY AFTER CROSSING THE HALF MARATHON FINISH LINE AND BEING
PRESENTED WITH A FINISHER’S MEDAL. DO NOT DETACH THE COLUMBIA COUPON
FROM YOUR RACE NUMBER PRIOR TO BEING SERVED.
• Post-Race Food & Beverages
• (1) 12-ounce Michelob Ultra (21 years and older). DO NOT detach the Michelob
Ultra coupon from your Race Number prior to being served. DUE TO CITY & STATE
ALCOHOL LAWS, BEER CANNOT BE POURED UNTIL 11 A.M. ON SUNDAY.
• Personalized eFinisher’s Certificate
Publix Gasparilla 8K participants will receive:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag

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• Official Gender Specific Tech T-Shirt
PLEASE NOTE: ONLY THOSE REGISTERED BY SUN., JAN. 19, 2020 WILL BE
GUARANTEED CORRECT SIZE/GENDER SPECIFIC SHIRT.
For those that cross the Finish Line:
• 2020 Publix Gasparilla 8K Finisher’s Medal
• 2020 Publix Gasparilla 8K Finisher’s Towel
• Columbia Restaurants Black Beans and Rice & ‘1905’
salad will be served until 11:30 a.m.
PLEASE NOTE: COLUMBIA RESTAURANTS WILL STOP SERVING AT 11:30 A.M. 8K
FINISHERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO VISIT THE COLUMBIA RESTAURANT RUNNER REVIVE
AREA IMMEDIATELY AFTER CROSSING THE 8K FINISH LINE AND BEING PRESENTED
WITH A FINISHER’S MEDAL. DO NOT DETACH THE COLUMBIA COUPON FROM RACE
NUMBER PRIOR TO BEING SERVED.
• Post-Race Food & Beverages
• (1) 12-ounce Michelob Ultra (21 years and older). DO NOT detach the Michelob
Ultra coupon from your Race Number prior to being served. DUE TO CITY & STATE
ALCOHOL LAWS, BEER CANNOT BE POURED UNTIL 11 A.M. ON SUNDAY.
• Personalized eFinisher’s Certificate
PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF MARATHON & 8K
IN-STORE REGISTRATION AT DICK’S SPORTING GOODS
The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association also welcomes DICK’S Sporting Goods
as the Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon & 8K’s Official Sports Store and In-Store
Registration Location. For additional information, dates, times and locations of
In-Store Registration at DICK’S Sporting Goods (pg. 10.)
Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon Course
• The course starts on Platt St. and finishes on beautiful Bayshore Blvd.
• The course will take runners and walkers on to Davis Islands for miles 1–5.
• The Davis Islands route features views of Tampa Bay and roads lined with
beautiful homes and shady oak trees.
• Miles 5–13.1 will be run along Bayshore Blvd. with an out and back
course that turns around at Gandy Boulevard.
Publix Gasparilla 8K Course
• The 8K course starts on Bayshore Blvd. just north of the Plant Ave./
Davis Islands Bridge.
• The 8K will also feature an out and back course on Bayshore Blvd. and
turn around at Mason/Stovall.

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 MICHELOB ULTRA CHALLENGE
The Michelob Ultra Challenge consists of running the 15K, 5K,
Half Marathon and 8K. Individual Runner Premiums include:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Gender Specific Shirts
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag
• Michelob Ultra Challenge Jacket
• 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Finisher’s Medals
• 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Finisher’s Towels
(must cross 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K Finish Lines)
Registered Michelob Ultra Challenge participants that complete the Michelob Ultra
Challenge by participating and crossing the Finish Lines of all four events will also
receive a HUGE Michelob Ultra Challenge Finisher’s Medal.
ATTENTION MICHELOB ULTRA CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS!
The Publix Gasparilla 8K starts promptly at 9:15 a.m. Once the Start Area is cleared at
approximately 9:25 a.m., it WILL BE officially closed and Timing Mats will be pulled.
Latecomers will not be allowed on course.
Runners and walkers participating in the 2020 Michelob Ultra Challenge MUST
complete the Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon in under 3:00 to allow enough time
to make it to the Official Start of the Publix Gasparilla 8K.
BUD LIGHT LIME CHALLENGE
(formally known as Michelob Ultra Amber Challenge)
The Bud Light Lime Challenge consists of running the
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K, 5K and Publix
Gasparilla Half Marathon. Individual Runner Premiums include:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• 15K, 5K & Half Marathon Gender Specific Shirts
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag
• Bud Light Lime Challenge Jacket
• 15K, 5K & Half Marathon Finisher’s Medals
• 15K, 5K & Half Marathon Finisher’s Towels
(must cross 15K, 5K & Half Marathon Finish Lines)
Registered Bud Light Lime Challenge participants that complete the Bud Light Lime
Challenge by participating and crossing the Finish Lines of the 15K, 5K and Half
Marathon, will also receive a HUGE Bud Light Lime Challenge Finisher’s Medal.

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 MICHELOB ULTRA PURE GOLD CHALLENGE
The Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge consists of running the
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K and Publix Gasparilla
Half Marathon. Individual Runner Premiums include:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• 15K & Half Marathon Gender Specific Shirts
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag
• Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Jacket
• 15K & Half Marathon Finisher’s Medals
• 15K & Half Marathon Finisher’s Towels
(must cross 15K & Half Marathon Finish Line)
Registered Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge participants that complete the
Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge by participating and crossing the Finish Lines
of the 15K and Half Marathon, will also receive a HUGE Michelob Ultra Pure Gold
Challenge Finisher’s Medal.
BUD LIGHT ORANGE CHALLENGE
(formerly the Michelob Ultra Lime Cactus Challenge)
The Bud Light Orange Challenge consists of running the
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K and 8K. Individual
Runner Premiums include:
• PGDC Branded Publix Reusable Goody Bag
• 15K & 8K Gender Specific Shirts
• PGDC ‘Goody Goody’ Virtual Runner Bag
• Bud Light Orange Challenge Jacket
• 15K & 8K Finisher’s Medals
• 15K & 8K Finisher’s Towels
(must cross each 15K & 8K Finish Lines)
Registered Bud Light Orange Challenge participants that complete the Bud Light
Orange Challenge by participating and crossing the Finish Lines of the 15K and 8K,
will also receive a HUGE Bud Light Orange Challenge Finisher’s Medal.
Challenge Awards will be presented to:
• Top 3 Male & Female
• Top Masters Male & Female
• Top Male & Female Grand Masters
• Top Male & Female Grand+ Masters (60+)
Athletes participating and winning/or placing in the Challenge Competitions are
eligible to win only one Challenge Award. There is NO Double Dipping.
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PUBLIX GASPARILLA HALF MARATHON & 8K AGE GROUP AWARDS
Personalized Age Group Awards will be awarded to the Top 5 men and women in
each Half Marathon and 8K Age Group. Awards will be mailed to Age Group Winners
on or before April 15, 2020. Half Marathon & 8K Overall, Masters, Grand Masters and
Grand+ Masters winners WILL NOT be eligible for Age Group Awards.
RUNNER BELONGINGS
You will be able to check belongings beginning at 4:30 a.m. on Sun., Feb. 23, 2020,
Meeting Room 24 in the Tampa Convention Center. Clear plastic ‘Gear Check’ Bags
will be distributed on Race Morning in Meeting Room 24. For safety and security,
these bags MUST be utilized for Gear Check. Backpacks and/or other types of bags
WILL NOT be accepted. PLEASE DO NOT BRING VALUABLES. WE ARE NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS.

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Joy of PGDC Race Day!

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Throughout the 2020 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend, family and friends can track
their runner’s performance with live Runner Tracking for the 15K, 5K, Half Marathon and 8K races.
Garmin Tracking will send notifications as runners cross specific on-course points via text message
and email!
Beginning on Feb. 1, 2020, Garmin Tracking Runner Registration will be available on
RunGasparilla.com or if you’d prefer, registration will also be available during the 8 On Your Side
Health & Fitness Expo on Fri, Feb., 21 (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.) and Sat., Feb., 22 (6 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

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 PLEASE PRINT LEGIBILY 2020 PGDC Race Weekend 2/22-23/2020 PLEASE PRINT LEGIBILY
Email RACE FEES POSTMARKED BY 01/10/2020
EMAIL ADDRESS REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION 15K $50
5K Run (5 years & older) $40
Last Name (5 years & older)
5K Walk $40

First Name 5K Stroller Roll (5 years & older) $40

5K Stroller Roll (children 4 years & under ) $5ea
Address/Apt. Child Name
Child Name
City State ZIP Gasparilla Half Marathon $105
Gasparilla 8K $45
Projected Finish Time:15K _______ 5K _________ Half Marathon ___________ 8K ____________
Gender Specific Michelob Ultra Challenge ** $245
T-shirt Size XS S M L (Run the 15K, 5K, Half Marathon AND 8K)
M F Actual Age on Race Day Date of Birth XL XXL XXXL Bud Light Lime Challenge ** $215

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(Run the 15K, 5K AND Half Marathon)
Work Phone Home Phone Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge ** $190
(Run the 15K AND Half Marathon)
USAA Military Division (check your branch) Bud Light Orange Challenge ** $145
Army Navy Marines Air Force Coast Guard National Guard (Run the 15K AND 8K)

In consideration of my entry being accepted in the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K, 5K, Half Marathon, 8K, Michelob Ultra Challenge, Bud Light
Challenge, Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge or Bud Light Orange Challenge, I, intending to be legally bound, do hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, and assigns, waive, **Challenge Jackets are XS S M L
release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages that I may have or which may hereafter accrue to me against the Gasparilla Distance NOT Gender Specific
Classic Association Inc., Publix Super Markets, the City of Tampa, Hillsborough County or any subsidiary or political subdivision thereof, its or their respective XL XXL XXXL
officials, agents, representatives, successors, assigns and sponsors for any and all damages that may be sustained and suffered by me in connection with my
association with or entry or participation in the Gasparilla Distance Classic events. I understand that a physical examination is not required to qualify to run 2020 Tampa Bay Times Race Results Special Section________ $5ea
this event and that all competitors participate at their own risk. (If in doubt as to your physical condition to engage in an event as strenuous as these races, it
is strongly recommended that you seek the advice of a competent physician.) I also understand that in the event these races cannot be held as scheduled Included in Monday, Feb. 24th Edition (Includes Complete Age Group Results)
because of an act of God or circumstances beyond control the race is not liable to refund any money paid by me to participate. I release the rights to any and
all photographic material, including film, and computer information the GDCA may wish to release for this event without obligation to me. All persons
under 18 years of age must have written consent of parent or legal guardian to compete in the abovementioned events. I, the undersigned parent or
guardian, hereby consent to the applicant's participation and waive and release all rights and claims for damages as is more fully set forth above. I agree to
Make checks payable in U.S. funds to: GDCA and mail to:
drug testing in accordance with The USA Track and Field and IAAF Rule 144 if I place in the Top 25 overall men and women. I also hereby consent to permit
GD C A, P . O. B ox 1881, T amp a , FL 33601 - 1 8 8 1
emergency treatment in the event of injury or illness. Gasparilla Distance Classic reserves the right to reject entry.

Signature Parent Guardian (if under 18) FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER ONLINE,
VISIT RUNGASAPRILLA.COM OR CALL (813) 254-7866
Emergency Contact Contact Phone all entry fees are non-refundable and non transferable
PLEASE NOTE: If you intend to run more than one distance, you must register and complete an Entry Form for each. Unless you are running the Michelob Ultra Challenge,
Bud Light Lime Challenge, Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge or the Bud Light Orange Challenge, you will be issued a separate Race Number for each distance.
PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!

The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend Events would not be what they
are today without the thousands of volunteers that help us every year.
If you are interested in being a Rooms To Go Volunteer please call:
(813) 254-7866 OR VISIT RunGasparilla.com

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 Cigna Kids Finish Line Tent

The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association remains

committed to providing the best possible environ-
ment for a safe, fun and memory-filled Race Week-
end. The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association
and Cigna will once again offer the Cigna Kids
Finish Line Tent which will be monitored by
Tampa Police Dept. Personnel.
Parents and/or supervising adults of children who
are participating in the Race Weekend events are
encouraged to register their children for the Cigna Kids Finish Line Tent during the 8 On
Your Side Health & Fitness Expo. Each adult and child will be given Race Day Instructions and
matching I.D. Bracelets for identification purposes.

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 5K START & STAGING AREA
LE GEND
Port-a-let Wave #3 Staging Area Walker Staging Area

TAMPA ST.

FLORIDA AVE.
Seeded # Staging Area Wave #4 Staging Area Pedestrian Walkway

MORGAN ST.
Wave #1 Staging Area Wave #5 Staging Area Barricade Breaks
ASHLEY ST.

Wave #2 Staging Area Stroller Staging Area

START
WATER

5K 5K WAVE #2 5K WAVE #3 5K WAVE #5

5K WAVE #1 5K WAVE #4
BROREIN ST. SEEEDED
9:15 9:15
AM AM 9:25 AM 9:35 AM 9:45 AM 9:55 AM BROREIN ST.
9:15 AM

START START
WATER WATER
STAGE
Stage

STROLLER
10:05 AM
ROLL
STAG IN G TIMES
5K Seeded Staging - Beginning at 8:00 a.m., Seeded Runners
will access the front of the Start Area at the intersection of
Brorein St. & Ashley St.
5K Wave Start Staging begins at 8:00 a.m.
Wave #1-5: Participants should enter the Staging Area from
barricade breaks to either side of Brorein St.

10:15 AM
5K WALK
5K Stroller/Walk Staging begins at 9:00 a.m.
Stroller/Walk – Participants should enter the Staging Areas
from barricade breaks on either side of Franklin St., South of
Brorein St.
WAVE

MORGAN ST.
Tampa ENTR ANCE
Convention CHANNELSIDE DR.
FRANKLIN ST.

Center

15K 2018
START & STAGING AREA
15K Start/Staging Area
On Brorein St. Between Franklin St. & Morgan St.
Franklin St.

Florida Ave.

Morgan St.

LE GE N D
Stage
START
WATER
Port-a-let
15K START

15K
SEEEDED 15K OPEN SeededSt.# Staging Area
Brorein

Open Staging Area

START
WATER
Pedestrian Walkway
Barricade Breaks

STROLLER
ROLL STAGIN G T IM E S

15K Seeded Staging - Beginning at 6:00

a.m., Seeded Runners will access the front
Franklin St.

of the Start Area at the intersection of

Brorein St. & Franklin St.
15K Open Staging - Beginning at 6:00 a.m.,
participants should enter from the barricade
breaks on both sides of Brorein St.
Channelside Dr.
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HALF START
S TAG I N G T I M E S
Half Marathon Seeded Staging - Beginning at 5:00 a.m., Seeded Runners will access the Half Marathon start

d.
from the front and should utilize the seeded/elite entrance that’s located on Platt Street.

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Platt St. Bridge Half Marathon 2+ Hours - Runners should enter the Staging Area on Platt Street/Platt Street Bridge from the

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Cross Under rear. Entrance will be located on Platt/Channelside at the east end of the Platt Street Bridge.

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Half Marathon 2 Hours & Under - Runners should enter the Staging Area on Little Bayshore Boulevard

Bay
between Platt Street and Brorein Street through barricade breaks on either side of Little Bayshore Boulevard.
From the north: Tampa Convention Center & Downtown Tampa, 2 Hours & Under runners will be directed to Little Bayshore
Boulevard Staging by utilizing the NW sidewalk of the Platt Street/Channelside Bridge. Once over the bridge, runners will enter the
staging area through Barricade Breaks on either side of Little Bayshore Boulevard.

REA
HALF MARATHON & 8K STAGING MAP

From the south: 2 Hours & Under runners will be directed across Platt Street to Barricade Breaks on south side/Publix Super
Markets side of Little Bayshore Boulevard.

E AREA

GING A
8K Staging - Beginning at 8:30 a.m., on Bayshore Blvd., registered runners will be encouraged to stay on
Bayshore Blvd. All others will be directed to the side walk for viewing.

SECUR

8K STA
Viewing Areas - Please Use Sidewalks of Channelside Dr. & Platt St.
When it Comes To Planning
an Active LifEstyle, We’ve
got you covered!

Visit: Publix.com/RunGasparilla

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 Q105 POST-RACE CELEBRATION
& AWARDS PRESENTATION
On both mornings, the entertainment begins at 9 a.m. AND the Michelob Ultra taps
start flowing with MUCH more fun and music to follow. At 10 a.m., the door prize
giveaways and at 11 a.m., the Overall Awards Presentation begin. DUE TO CITY &
STATE ALCOHOL LAWS, BEER CAN NOT BE POURED UNTIL 11 A.M. ON SUNDAY.
SATURDAY SUNDAY PLEASE NOTE:
IF OVERALL AWARD
Awards will be presented in the Awards will be presented in the WINNERS DO NOT
following Publix Gasparilla Distance following Publix Gasparilla Half ATTEND THE AWARDS
PRESENTATION,
Classic 15K & 5K categories: Marathon & 8K categories: AWARDS CAN
BE MAILED, BUT
• Top 5 Overall Male & Female • Top 5 Overall Male & Female ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
IS RECEIVED FOR
• Top 5 Local Male & Female • Top 5 Local Male & Female POSTAGE AND
• 1st Masters Male & Female • 1st Masters Male & Female SHIPPING.

• 1st Grand Masters Male & Female • 1st Grand Masters Male & Female
• USAA Military Challenge • Michelob Ultra Challenge
• Ferman Automotive ‘Fittest Firm’ & • Bud Light Lime Challenge
Ferman Automotive Chevy Cruzin • Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge
Crew Challenge Winning Teams will
• Bud Light Orange Challenge
be announced.
• USAA Military Challenge
• Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge winning teams will be announced on
Sat. & Sun., but Team Awards will not be distributed during the Q105 Post-Race Celebration.
• Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge Overall & Individual Awards will be
personalized and delivered to the winning Team Captains on or before April 15, 2020.
There will be NO double dipping in the Overall, Masters, and Grand Masters categories. All results are USATF sanctioned and certified.

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 You’ll Be IN
Good Company
Though not competing as a team, the
company with the largest number of
employee participants will be recog-
nized in The Tampa Bay Times and
during the Q105 15K & 5K Post-Race
Awards Celebration, will receive the
Ferman Automotive ‘Fittest Firm’ Award.

Ferman Chevy Cruzin’Krewe Teams

can consist of friends, family mem-
bers, co-workers, service club mem-
bers, running club members, church
members, charity supporters…heck, CRUZIN’ KREWE
anyone that wants to join in, have C H A L L E N G E
fun and register online to run or
walk in one of the Race Weekend
Events…the 15K, 5K, Half Mara-
thon and or 8K

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 RUN TOWARDS THE FUTURE
FACT: Obesity in children and adolescents is
a serious health issue with many health and
social consequences that often continue into
adulthood.
FACT: Children’s lives can be impacted in a
2020 fun and enjoyable way through interactive
fitness activities and the teaching of life skills
that will result in them living a more healthy
and balanced life.

In 2020, 350 4th — 8th Graders will be given the opportunity to train for participation in the
Publix Gasparilla Half Marathon and learn valuable life lessons at the same time. City of
Tampa Parks & Recreation Trained and Certified Staff will build Asset Rich Environments for
the Cigna Kids Running Program girls and boys. The kids will participate in an eight week
training program that will culminate with Race Weekend where they will run the final two
miles of the Half Marathon. Cigna Kids will also serve as volunteers for the Half Marathon
and experience “giving back to the community”.

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ARRRGH YOU READY
TO BE CHALLENGED?

NEW NAMES, NEW LOOK!

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 The 2020 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend will once again include an
individual military competition in the 15K, 5K, Half Marathon and 8K. The USAA MILITARY
CHALLENGE will be open to active, retired and former military personnel.

BE SURE TO MARK THE APPROPRIATE USAA MILITARY

CHALLENGE BOX WHEN REGISTERING ONLINE OR BY MAIL!

For More Information Call 813.254.7866 or visit: RunGasparilla.com

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Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water will be on-course to greet
every 15K, 5K, Half Marathon & 8K registered participant at their
respective Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water “Half-Way There”
on-course locations.

At each of the following Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water

“Half-Way There” On-Course Locations, Zephyrhills will enhance
the runners’ and walker’s experience with colorful Zephyrhills
Structure Signage and encouragement!

• PGDC 15K – Bayshore Blvd & Hawthorne – Landside

• PGDC 5K – Bayshore Blvd. & Oregon – Landside
• Half Marathon – Bayshore Blvd. & Carolina – Waterside
• 8K – Bayshore Blvd. & Mason/Stovall – Waterside

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 P R E S E N T I N G S P O N S O R S

O F F I C I A L S P O N S O R S

A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTERS:

BRANDON RUNNERS ASSOCIATION, C3 MEDIA, EXAKT MARKETING, MARATHON-PHOTOS,
ON YOUR LEFT STRATEGY, MGN PROMOTIONS, SGS DESIGNS AND SHAW DESIGN

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 SAT., FEB. 15 • ACTIVITIES BEGIN AT 9 A.M.
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL • FREE FOR KIDS 2­–10
Distances will vary according to age. All registered participants will receive a 2020 Publix Too Good For Drugs
Jr. Gasparilla Distance Classic T-shirt, A Publix Goody Bag, and an “I’m Too Good For Drugs!” Finisher’s Medal.

FOR MORE INFORMATION,

VISIT WWW.RUNGASPARILLA.COM OR CALL (813)254-7866

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 FEB. 22 & 23, 2020
Companies, Running Clubs, family and friends can take
their Race Weekend experience and performance to the
next level by forming a team and participating in the
Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge.
The Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenges
will each consist of four divisions: Open Men, Open
Women, Mixed and Masters Mixed. Corporate
Teams must be comprised of three to five full-time
employees of the sponsoring company. Open Teams
must be comprised of three to five individuals.
ENTRY DEADLINE IS
FRIDAY, JAN 17, 2020
For more information please visit:
RunGasparilla.com or call (813) 254-7866
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Team Entry Fees:
15K Teams.............................$400
5K Teams...............................$300
Half Marathon Teams............$600
8K Teams...............................$350
15K, 5K, 8K &
Half Marathon Teams
In addition to the traditional race
amenities, participants will receive
the following:
• Team Challenge Running Singlet
that includes Team Challenge
Artwork and Company Logo or
Team Name
• Gasparilla Pirate-Themed Socks
• Access to private and catered
Race Day Raymond James Team
Challenge VIP Tent
 RACE DAY RESULTS
Every 2020 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Number features a
personalized QR Code that (Smart Phone QR Code Reader App Required)
when utilized, will link directly to your Tampa Bay Times Race Day Results.

Look for the Tampa Bay Times – PGDC Results Special Section
Monday, February 25, 2019

FINISH LINE
that will be included in the Monday, February 24th Edition
and will offer complete PGDC 15K, 5K, Half Marathon and 8K
TEAM TRIUMPH Age Group Results.
For those folks that live out of the Tampa Bay Area or aren’t
Tampa Bay Times subscribers, the TBT-PGDC Race Results
Special Section will be available (and mailed to your home)
for $5.
This special purchase includes postage, packaging, handling,
the Monday, Feb. 24th Edition of the Tampa Bay Times and
Photos by TAILYR IRVINE | Times
Scott Fauble, left, and Aliphine Tuliamuk are often joined at the hip while training with Northern Arizona Elite track club in Flagstaff, Ariz. On Sunday all that time together translates into men’s and
women’s half-marathon wins at their first Gasparilla Distance Classic. Tuliamuk, in fact, beats out most of the men’s field with her final time of 1:12:29.
the TBT-PGDC Race Results Special Section that will offer Race
Weekend Coverage, Photos AND complete 15K, 5K, Half
Scott Fauble edges the More inside Aliphine Tuliamuk — who is big
half-marathon defending champ On the scene
An all-female fleet of runners
on inspiring the next generation —
for his first victory in four years. up for the ultimate challenge. A
man whose job is to blend into remembers her roots.

Marathon and 8K Age Group Results.

BY BOB PUTNAM
Times Staff Writer
TAMPA — Sprinting down the back-
stretch in Sunday’s Publix Gasparilla Dis-
tance Classic, Scott Fauble was far enough
ahead of the men’s half-marathon field to
know that first place would belong to him.
Upon this discovery, Fauble, 27,
extended his arms, emphatically breaking
the tape with his elbows as he crossed the
he did not a cover a move made by an
opponent.
“I’ve got second enough times there
wasn’t really a script to follow,” Fauble
said.
There were times in his career when
it seemed the finish he wanted so badly
was locked in a vault and no one would
tell him the combination. But the painful
memories of races that got away served as
the background. An inspirational
double amputee. A group of go-
getters/cheerleaders. These are
some of the people you will meet
on race weekend. Page 13
Easy-breezy
Armwood High teen Jake Turner
makes running — and winning —
the 8K for a second straight year
look like loads of fun. How many
BY BOB PUTNAM
Times Staff Writer
TAMPA — Aliphine Tuliamuk has an
enviable social conscience that extends
well beyond road races.
That benevolence was on display in
Sunday’s Publix Gasparilla Distance Clas-
sic.
After winning the women’s half-mara-
thon in one hour, 12.29 minutes — nearly
State. College offered a way out from the
difficulties Tuliamuk faced in her village
in western Kenya, a place with no roads
and few vehicles.
After attending Iowa State for two years
(2010-11), Tuliamuk transferred to Wich-
ita State. She was a nine-time All-Ameri-
can in cross country and track and field.
Tuliamuk also got her bachelor’s degree in
public health, becoming the first from her

TBT-PGDC Race Results Special Section can be purchased

finish line in one hour, 5:09 minutes. He
continued to pump his fists amid a steady
flow of hands patting him on the back.
It was a moment of unfiltered joy for a
title Fauble finally could embrace.
Fauble had finally figured it out. It was
there on his face, the jubilation and relief
that came with knowing he had learned
how to not only compete with the best in
a powerful motivators.
“As much as it hurts to lose, I’ve also
learned how to overcome some of those
mistakes and get better,” Fauble said.
This was the first time Fauble partici-
pated in the Gasparilla Distance Classic,
mostly to gear up for the Boston Mara-
thon. The muggy conditions for the 13.2-
mile race along Bayshore Boulevard also
champions do you know who can
stop for a selfie in the middle of a
race? Page 23
Complete results
Are you one of the 32,130 runners
who participated in the 15K, 5K,
half-marathon or 8K this week-
end? (Or maybe all four?) Find
two minutes ahead of her closest female
competitor — Tuliamuk had a medal
placed around her neck.
It did not stay there for long.
Tuliamuk, 29, handed the hardware to
a young girl as an inspirational keepsake.
“It’s all about giving back,” Tuliamuk
said.
The Kenyan native was on the receiv-
village to graduate from college.
The ultimate goal for Tuliamuk is to be
a nurse to help out back home. She has
put that profession on hold to pursue her
career as a distance runner.
In 2016, Tuliamuk won three national
titles. That same year, she became an
American citizen. Currently, Tuliamuk
trains in Flagstaff, Ariz., with the same

during online and by-mail registration.

the distance world, but surge ahead.
“I’ve been so close for a number of
times,” said Fauble, who won a race for
the first time in four years. “It was nice to
finally break the tape instead of watching
someone else do it right in front of me.”
By Fauble’s account, he has been a run-
nerup at least five times in his nascent
running career. Several factors have
caused him to fall short. Sometimes, he
unleashed his kick too early. Other times,
helped Fauble prepare for the kind of
weather he could face two months from
now in Massachusetts.
The temperature at the start of Sun-
day’s half-marathon was near 70 degrees,
a stark contrast to the snowy conditions
Fauble left three days ago in Flagstaff,
Ariz., where he and Gasparilla half-mara-
thon women’s winner Aliphine Tuliamuk
train with Northern Arizona Elite track
. See MEN, 23
out where you rank among your
peers with full results from every
race inside.
ing end of such kindness 18 years ago. She
qualified for her first competitive 10,000-
meter race but did not have any shoes.
Tegla Loroupe, the first African to win
the New York City Marathon, took care of
the problem by handing Tuliamuk a new
pair of running sneakers.
The footwear allowed Tuliamuk, who
has 32 siblings, to become a distance run-
ning specialist. She became so good that
she was offered a scholarship to Iowa
elite team as the men’s half-marathon
winner, Scott Fauble.
The last time Tuliamuk visited Kenya
was two years ago. She plans to go back
sometime this year with her boyfriend,
Tim Gannon, a physician’s assistant in
New Mexico.
“There is so much that is needed in my
community,” Tuliamuk said. “If the oppor-
tunity presents itself, I will help out when
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Q105 Post Race Celebration,

Presented By Michelob Ultra
Don’t have a Smart Phone? On Race Day, visit the Tampa Bay Times Race Results Tent that
during the Q105 Post-Race Celebrations in Cotanchobee Park, will be equipped with I-Pads.

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cooperation with the City of Tampa and The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit
organization that raises funds for Bay Area Youth Organizations.