Hundreds Turn Out for 2nd Annual Jacksonville PACE Race Despite Weather

With Hurricane Jenne looming, hundreds turn out to support the cause

(JACKSONVILLE, FL) - It turns out that participants in the PACE Race Series have something in common with the United States Postal System. Neither rain, snow nor Hurricane Jenne can stop them from the task at hand!

Hundreds of participants turned out for the 2nd Annual Jacksonville PACE Race Saturday in the pouring rain and gusting wind caused by Hurricane Jenne to raise awareness and funds in the fight against prostate cancer.

"The support and dedication showed by those who celebrated with us this weekend was overwhelming," said Doug Alred, Jacksonville PACE Race director. "The emotions of the crowd showed just how important it is to raise awareness about prostate cancer - getting checked early can save your life."

More than 190,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year. When caught early, prostate cancer is among the most treatable forms of the disease. That is why screening is crucial - and why PACE is looking to reach people nationwide.

"Despite the wet weather, the Jacksonville PACE Race was a giant success," said Mandy Deas, PACE Race Series Director. "We look forward to coming back to Jacksonville with double or triple the participants and much better weather."

The PACE Race Series mission is to ultimately eliminate prostate cancer by assisting in the advancement of fundraising and research on a national and local basis.

In 2003, the PACE Race Series held events in New York, Denver, Detroit, Washington, D.C. and Jacksonville with an average of over 300 participants per event.

The PACE Race series kicked off June 20 in Pittsburgh, PA and ends November 20 in Tampa, FL and Atlanta, GA. The PACE Race Series is presented by Aventis and supported by the Prostate Cancer Education Council, PowerBar, Propel, Madhava, and Kettle Chips. Visit www.pcaw.com for more information.