Apply to Run the 2020 Boston Marathon for BOKS!

12/17/19

For the third year in a row, BOKS hBoston Marathon 2020as the opportunity for 5 runners to compete in the Boston Marathon!

For the 2020 Boston Marathon, we’re opening the BOKS marathon team to anyone that would like to apply for the chance to run for BOKS. Team BOKS will be coached by Olympic runner and Reebok athlete, Kemoy Campbell!

Kemoy is a Jamaican distance runner who competes in various events from 800 meters to 5000 meters. He is well known for his incredible range and competitiveness and holds multiple Jamaican records. Kemoy has recently retired from running competitively but is still active in the track and field community. Kemoy will serve at the BOKS Boston Marathon coach and help you prepare for the big day via Skype sessions.Kemoy Campbell Running

If you’re interested in running the 2020 Boston Marathon for BOKS, click here to apply! All we require is a minimum of $7,500 in fundraising to help us bring free physical activity to more underserved communities.

In 2019, we had five of our very own Reebok CrossFit coaches run for BOKS and they were outstanding both in fundraising and racing. They raised more than $35,000 for BOKS! You can read more about their experience running for BOKS here.

Not entirely convinced? Listen to what Kemoy had to say when he visited a local BOKS program at Randle Highlands Elementary School in Washington, D.C.!

What will you get in return for making a commitment to BOKS?

  • Free Bib
  • Reebok race day gear (top, shorts, shoes)
  • Meet Kemoy Campbell
  • Two skype calls with Kemoy to ask any training and race day questions
  • Learn Kemoy’s secrets to success
  • Motivation and race day tips
  • A welcome dinner with Kemoy Friday before the race

Please direct any questions you may have regarding the marathon application to Michela.north@bokskids.org.