Top American Women to Compete for $250,000 in Prize Money

Posted Friday, 11 January, 2008

Boston, Mass. -- Just 100 days remain until the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials-Women's Marathon. The race is scheduled for Sunday, April 20, at 8:00 a.m., the day before the 112th Boston Marathon. On this occasion, the Boston Athletic Association and USA Track & Field have announced a $250,000 prize purse for the event.

 

"Excitement for these Olympic Trials has been growing in Boston for more than two years, and now with just 100 days until the event anticipation continues to grow," said Guy Morse, Executive Director of the Boston Athletic Association. "As we begin...