SBAAGP 2011 23-Jan-2009 Welcome! 2009 is the 14th year of the SBAA ‘Grand Prix’ series. Its purpose is to generate competition in a series of races. It’s a fun and exciting format that will benefit your running and be a positive influence to the running community. Features Over 50 male and female age group top finishers will receive recognition and awards at our year-end banquet. The names of the annual age group champions are engraved on the permanent SBAA Grand Prix plaque which is on display at Outfooters. About the SBAA The Santa Barbara Athletic Association is a group interested in running or sport walking for fitness, competition and camaraderie. The membership is comprised of all kinds of runners or former runners ranging from the casual jogger to the elite class racer. We have appreciated the benefits of running and want to return something by contributing to the local running community. One of ways we do this is by organizing several running events each year. For 2008 we offer: New Year’s Resolution Run (5 & 10K), Semana Nautica 15K (July 4th) and the Santa Barbara Half-Marathon (1st Saturday in November). To help support and encourage youth participation a free entry is available to runners under 19-years-old. Benefits to SBAA members Our Calendar of Events provides a yearly listing of the organized local races and Grand Prix information. Opportunity to participate in the Grand Prix series The SBAA website at SBrunning.org A $5 discount for early entries to each of the three SBBA races. A 15% discount at our local running store haven, Outfooters and other valuable runner friendly discounts for a variety of local goods and services. SBAA Eligability We expect our members to be participatory. The Association’s bylaws specify that members be residents of the tri-counties (Santa Barbara, Ventura or San Luis Obispo) when they join. If they subsequently move away, membership is still possible. Grand Prix Eligability You must be an SBAA member in order to participate in the Grand Prix. The Grand Prix is optional, and is only $5 to participate. Results and Standings The results and standings for the Grand Prix are maintained by Ron Larson. Please contact me of there are any problems. Please be sure to check that you have been given credit for all of your running efforts.