ORGANISERS of the Worcester 10K have launched a rallying call for volunteers to help them stage this year’s event.
The Worcester City 10K, Young Athletes Run and the new Worcester City Half Marathon will all take place this Sunday.
Entries for the events closed on Wednesday but there are a number of other ways residents can get involved by volunteering.
Volunteer roles at the event include start/finish support, course marshals, baggage security, car parking duties, staffing the water stations, runner village support, event photographers, and ‘race gurus’ who provide on the ground advice and information to runners and spectators.
Events of the North provides all volunteers with an event jacket, refreshments and all of the support they need on the day to undertake the role successfully.
Race director Steve Cram said: “Since we launched the Worcester City Run, we have been blessed by the high level of public support the event has enjoyed.
“Each year, our army of volunteers has done a fantastic job of not only making sure that the event runs smoothly, but also helping to create a brilliant atmosphere for the participants.
“Adding a half marathon to the programme opens up some more opportunities for residents to get involved and be part of a great team.”
Barry MacGabhann, who has volunteered at every Worcester City Run, along with his partner Helen Sherratt and son Cian MacGabhann, said: “We love being part of the Worcester City Run.
“Since volunteering in year one, we have gone on to get involved in loads of other events, including the recent World Athletics and Para Athletics Championships in London.
“They have all been great experiences, but there’s something really special about helping to make sure that these races in my home city are a big success again.”
Anyone who would like to volunteer is asked to e-mail [email protected].
