FAQs
Where is the 2012 Susan Sandoval Run for Ovarian Cancer going to take place?
The race will be held at Sugarhouse Park. We have reserved the BIG FIELD PAVILION plus pedestrian walkway in Sugarhouse Park where runners and walkers can register and/or pick up their race day packet. The Big Field Pavilion is on the access side road along the pond. There will be no parking allowed down the inlet to the pavilion, but there is plenty of parking available throughout the park. The run takes place on the paved road in/around the park and is a distance of 1 3/4 miles. See the map for event route.
What is the 2012 date for the Susan Sandoval Run for Ovarian Cancer?
Saturday, September 8, 2012. Day of race registration and packet pick up begins at 7:00 AM and the run begins at 8:00 AM.
How much is the registration fee for the 2012 Run for her Life?
Registration Fee: Adults $20, children(under 12 years) $10 (race fee includes 2012 Run T-shirt, Ovarian Cancer awareness bracelet, water bottle, ProBar samples, and much more!)
Can participants run or walk with a stroller or wheelchair?
Yes, the event takes place on the paved road in/around Sugarhouse Park. This will make running or walking with a stroller or wheelchair very easy. We do ask that people who are running or walking with their strollers or wheelchairs to wait until the majority of the group takes off.
Can participants bring their dog to the event?
Yes, participants are allowed to bring their dog to the event, and run or walk with it, as long as it is on a leash. We do ask that people who are running or walking with their dogs start towards the back of the group and please be courteous of the other race participants who may bring young children, strollers or wheelchairs.
Where will the proceeds of the Susan Sandoval Run for Ovarian Cancer go to?
The proceeds of this event will go to the Ovarian Cancer Research and Awareness Fund created in 2007 by the University of Utah Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology division of Gynecologic Oncology. The goals and mission of the fund are to; increase awareness of the signs, symptoms and risk factors for ovarian cancer as well as other gynecologic cancers (uterine, cervix, vulvar, vaginal, and fallopian tube); to educate and improve the care of women diagnosed with gynecologic cancers; and to support innovative research in prevention, early detection, and treatment of gynecologic cancer. For more information go to http://medicine.utah.edu/obgyn/Gynecologic_Oncology/index.htm .
How successful have the previous Susan Sandoval Run for Ovarian Cancer events been?
In 2007, the inaugural Susan Sandoval Run for Ovarian Cancer raised over $13,000 and had over 400 runners and walkers. In 2008, the event raised over $10,000 with over 300 participants and sponsorships. In 2009, the event raised over $20,000 with registrations, donations and sponsorships and had more than 500 participants in attendance. In 2010 event welcomed 529 participants and raised more than $13,000 for cancer research and awareness. Last year was the most successful year with over 600 participants and over $25,000 raised. To date we have raised over $85,000 for ovarian cancer research.
How can I become a sponsor?
There is valuable sponsorship information that can be found under the “Sponsorship Information” tab on the home page of this website. If you have any further questions about becoming a sponsor, please feel free to email Renee Chase @ renee.chase@hsc.utah.edu.
Can I register for the event on the day of the race?
Yes. You can register online at https://secure.uuhsc.utah.edu/ssrun/registration/ or register for this event on the day of the race at 7:00 a.m. at Sugarhouse Park.
Online registration will be closed at 5:00 p.m. Friday, September 7, 2012.