ELITE ATHLETE INSTRUCTIONS:

The 2008 San Francisco Marathon™ (and accompanying Second Half Marathon) invite elite athletes to inquire about participation in the event. The prize money purse, if any, is not yet determined. Please check back periodically for updates.

The race will distribute complimentary entries based on demonstrated past performance. In addition, limited air travel assistance and hotel accommodations are offered. Invited elite athletes receive a seeded starting line position.

Elite bib placement is limited and these participants will receive placement in the front of the pack at the beginning of the race. In some cases, elite athletes are offered a complimentary registration. The application process for these registrations is explained below and involves a thorough check of past performances.

CONSIDERATION FOR INVITED ATHLETE STATUS Complimentary Entry, Travel, and Accommodations: Sub-2:30 men/Sub-2:50 women or equivalent within the past two years is suggested for consideration.

Complimentary Entry and/or Accommodations Only: Sub-2:40 men/Sub-3:00 women or equivalent within the past two years is suggested for consideration.

Slower times may be considered on a space-available basis.

To apply, see below for details.

Course Records*
Marathon
1st Overall: Andrew Cook (2:25:57 - 2007) and Yolanda Flamino (2:43:41- 2007) 1st Masters: Jeff Ambos (2:41:17 - 2006) and Carolyn Koszalka (3:13:44 - 2007)

First Half Marathon
1st Overall: John Yasko (1:15:53 - 2006) and Angela Strange (1:26:11 - 2006)

Second Half Marathon
1st Overall: Kelly Fermoyle (1:08:08 - 2007) and Linda Somers Smith (1:18:21 - 2007)

*since the addition of the Golden Gate Bridge out and back to the course

ELITE/INVITED ATHLETE APPLICATION/INSTRUCTIONS Elite status is limited. Please apply as soon as possible, and no later than July 1, 2008.

Elite applicants should apply via email. Please do the following:

As soon as possible, please email a complete running vita/resume AND cover letter containing the following to the Elite Athlete Coordinator below:

(a) Name, age, citizenship, current residence
(b) Sponsor/club
(c) All-time PRs
(d) Best races in last two years (race name, date, finishing place and
time)
(e) Best races all time (with above details)

Important!
Marathon Runners:
Include a list of up to 5 marathon race finishing times, including copies of your finisher's certificates, if available.

Half Marathon Runners:
Include a list of up to 5 half marathon or marathon race finishing times, including copies of your finisher's certificates, if available

(f) Include all contact information INCLUDING your E-MAIL ADDRESS so we can respond to your application.

Please e-mail ALL information to: "Elite and Invited Athletes"

If you do not have access to e-mail, send the information to:

RunSFM Elite Athlete Coordinator
P.O. Box 77148
San Francisco, CA 94107