Orlando Standard

The City of Orlando, the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, and Track Shack Events will be providing an update on the preparations for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon. The event will take place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, in downtown Orlando. The update will be held on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the Rotunda at Orlando City Hall.

Several key figures will be present at the update, including Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings, Jason Siegel (President & CEO, Greater Orlando Sports Commission), Jon Hughes (Co-Owner, Track Shack), Keith Brantly (Olympian and Retired Professional Long-Distance Runner), and Jim Young (Manager of Special Events Division, City of Orlando Transportation Department).

The update will provide the community with the latest information on the preparations for the marathon and what to expect during the event. Media are encouraged to arrive by 10:15am to set up, and media interviews will be conducted following the event.

For media parking information, detailed instructions can be found at the City Hall website. For further information or media inquiries, please contact Cassandra Bell (City of Orlando), Kyle Sturley (Greater Orlando Sports Commission), or Elsa Anschuetz (Uproar PR for Greater Orlando Sports Commission).

The U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon is an important event for the city of Orlando, and it is an honor to be hosting such a prestigious event. The participation of renowned figures such as Keith Brantly, an Olympian and retired professional long-distance runner, only adds to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the trials.

This update will provide valuable insights into the preparations and ensure that everyone involved, from athletes to spectators, is well-informed and prepared for the event. The City of Orlando is committed to making the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon a successful and memorable experience for all.

For any further information or inquiries, please contact Ashley Papagni, Public Information Officer, at ashley.papagni@orlando.gov or by phone at 407.246.4275.

The City of Orlando is excited to welcome the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon and looks forward to a thrilling event on February 3, 2024.

Click this link to access more information: https://www.orlando.gov/News/Press-Releases/2023-Press-Releases/U.S.-Olympic-Team-Trials-%E2%80%93-Marathon-Update