January 23, 2009
For Immediate Release
PRECLASSIC.COM GOES INTERACTIVE
Eugene, Oregon—One of track & field’s first
websites—preclassic.com, created in 1997--is continuing its
groundbreaking role by providing fans of the sport with an
unprecedented level of meet-related information and interactivity
through its revamped presentation. The Pre Classic site now includes
features that showcase the rich history and current content of the
Western Hemisphere’s best outdoor meet.
Want to see:
* a replay of the 2008 NBC telecast of the meet?
* photos of Brad Walker’s American Record in the pole vault?
* meet information for 2009?
* fans with their own websites who plan on attending?
* video highlights of each Pre Classic going back to 1986 (released weekly)?
All
this and more can be found on the expanded site. Visitors will also
have the opportunity to interact and share with other Pre Classic fans,
including posting their own comments, memories, videos, photos, and
website links, thanks to software developed by RunnerSpace.com.
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The 35th Prefontaine Classic is a part of the IAAF’s World Athletics
Tour and USA Track & Field’s Visa Championships Series. The 2009
edition of the meet will be held on Sunday, June 7, at Hayward Field in
Eugene, featuring scores of the world’s greatest athletes. It will be
broadcast live by NBC beginning at 11 a.m. Pacific Time.
RunnerSpace.com is a social networking website for all runners to connect and share
with other runners and fans through its industry-leading team and event
website creation software.