Yes, the Marine Corps Marathon will allow deferments. Runners who cancel their entry for the 26th Marine Corps Marathon will be guaranteed entry into the 27th Marine Corps Marathon in 2002. In order to guarantee 2002 entry and receive a free 27th Marine Corps Marathon training t-shirt, runners must submit their cancellation in writing. Every runner receives a goodie bag containing a 26th Marine Corps Marathon t-shirt, a rental champion chip, and a patch. Also your packet will have a race program and additional items provided for you from our many sponsors.
Teams consist of five runners.
Each team member MUST register separately. Once everyone is registered, the team captain may contact the marathon office to register the team. All teams must be registered prior to October 23 to qualify for awards. The start line is near the intersection of Rt. 110 and Marshall Drive, which is located down the hill from the Marine Corps War Memorial also known as the Iwo Jima Monument.