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New Balance is Named Official Athletic Shoe of Walt Disney World

January 9, 2013 by guest blogging 2 Comments

New Balance and Disney are forming an alliance that will allow the two companies to collaborate on different projects.

Because of the alliance New Balance is now the Official Athletic Shoe of Walt Disney World, Disneyland and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

A men’s and women’s limited edition “runDisney 860v3” has been developed by New Balance and is a running shoe that “captures the spirit of two favorite Disney characters – Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse,” the press release about the alliance has announced.

Look for these new shoes and others to come! What are your favorite shoes to wear to Disney?

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New Balance is Named Official Athletic Shoe of Walt Disney World

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NFL Star Drew Brees Launches Elite Football Passing Academy and Tournament at Disney

December 17, 2012 by guest blogging Leave a Comment

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is launching his first football academy next summer, the Drew Brees Passing Academy and Tournament for high school players at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando.

The prestigious four-day academy, which is open to all skill levels but is expected to attract some of the most highly-ranked high school players in America from June 27-30, will involve elite-level instruction from Brees and other marquee NFL players and coaches. The academy participants will learn insider tips related to virtually every facet of the passing game, from the proper throwing motion to throwing on the run to taking command of the huddle, from one of the NFL’s elite quarterbacks.

Additionally, the athletes will have the unique opportunity to immediately put what they have learned to the test by taking part in three days of intensely-competitive 7-on-7 competition, a format which has been widely credited with helping accelerate the development of several current young NFL starting quarterbacks. The 7-on-7 competition will be run by KSA Events, the nation’s premier host of high school sports events.

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Six MLS sides in 2013 Disney Pro Soccer Classic field

December 15, 2012 by guest blogging Leave a Comment

The schedule has been announced for the 2013 Disney Pro Soccer Classic, which will open with a matchup between the Columbus Crew and Toronto FC on Saturday, February 9 (see full schedule below).

Six MLS sides – Columbus, Sporting Kansas City, Toronto, Philadelphia, Montreal and D.C. United – will participate in the tournament, as well as Orlando City Soccer Club (USL) and the Tampa Bay Rowdies (NASL). The teams will be divided into two groups, with each side playing three games before a final day to decide first, second, third and fourth place.

Group A will consist of Orlando City, Philadelphia, Toronto and Columbus. Teams in Group B will include the Tampa Bay Rowdies, D.C. United, Montreal and Sporting KC.

All games will be played at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World.

Saturday – February 9, 2013

1 pm: Columbus Crew vs. Toronto FC

3 pm: Montreal Impact vs. Sporting Kansas City

6 pm: Orlando City Soccer Club vs. Philadelphia Union

8 pm: D.C. United vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies

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FSU to Host USTA Clay Court Invitational at Disney World This Fall

September 5, 2012 by Chip 2 Comments

Florida State University to host USTA Clay Court Invitational at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in November; Tournament features No. 1 USC, No. 7 Kentucky, No. 8 Duke, No. 12 Florida, No. 13 Cal, No. 17 Tulsa, No. 32 FSU, No. 43 Columbia, No. 62 Georgia Tech, UCF & Penn State.

It was announced this week that the Florida State men’s tennis team will host the inaugural USTA Clay Court Invitational at Disney this November 2-4. The teams will compete at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Tennis Complex in Orlando.

“This is an unique opportunity to run a tournament that includes the best collegiate players and the best US Juniors players at the No. 1 tourist destination in the world,” said FSU head coach Dwayne Hultquist. “We are excited about our future with the USTA and Disney in running this event.”

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Disney Marathon, Half Marathon and Goofy Challenge Jan. 12-13, 2013 Become Part of Runner’s World Challenge

July 10, 2012 by Chip 3 Comments

Imagine a weekend where you run through Disney theme parks, experience Disney entertainment and are rewarded with a unique Disney medal, all while running side-by-side with Runner’s World editors who helped you train and encouraged you along the way.The 20^th anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon, Half Marathon and Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge, which are part of Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna, are the latest races to be designated Runner’s World Challenge events. Participants will virtually train with Runner’s World editors leading up to race weekend, and then on race weekend have the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive VIP race experience with Runner’s World editors all hosted by runDisney at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, FL.

The weekend consists of the Half Marathon Jan. 12, 2013 and the Marathon Jan. 13. Those who choose to can run the Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge, where participants must complete the Half Marathon on Saturday, followed by the Marathon on Sunday to qualify for Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge medal.

More excitement awaits runners taking on the challenge of the Disney Marathon, which marks two decades of magical miles of Disney entertainment, one-of-a-kind medals and family memories. The 20^th anniversary race will feature a new course routing through the Walt Disney World Speedway and Champion Stadium ballpark at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex; enhanced entertainment at Mile 20 to celebrate the 20^th anniversary; a commemorative 20^th anniversary Mickey Mouse medal and a new post-race party in Downtown Disney.

Those interested in signing up can click on the Runner’s World Challenge icon at www.rundisney.com for registration information or can call 407-939-7781.

“We’ve planned 2013 to be the biggest year ever for the Runner’s World Challenge, and we’re excited to be collaborating with a great new partner for this kick off in January at Walt Disney World for the 20^th anniversary Disney Marathon Weekend,” said David Willey Runner’s World Editor-in-Chief and Rodale Inc. Active Living Group General Manager. ”Our editors are already gearing up training plans, logging miles, and preparing for this unique event. As with all of the Runner’s World Challenges, our readers can count on receiving expert advice and personal engagement with our editors while training for this special weekend.”

“The opportunity for our runners to have personal access to some of the leading minds in the running industry through the Runner’s World Challenge is going to be hugely beneficial to anyone running our half marathon and marathon that weekend,” said Faron Kelley, Director of Sports Marketing and Communication at Walt Disney World. “With so many races taking place around the country, partnering with the running experts at Runner’s World will further differentiate our Disney Marathon Weekend and noticeably enhance the overall race weekend experience for the thousands of runners who are expected to participate in our 20^th anniversary event next year.”

Challenge participants will have exclusive access to a Challenge-only website where they can ask questions that will be answered by Runner’s World editors. They can also share their best tips on nutrition, injury prevention, health issues and other essential training topics as they get ready to run at Disney.

This exclusive package created for participants in this special Runner’s World Challenge weekend at Walt Disney World includes:

Entry into the 20^th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon, Half Marathon or Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge with preferred corral placement
Three night stay at Disney’s Yacht or Beach Club Resort
Private packet pick-up and hospitality suite at the resort
Keepsake 20^th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend gift
A Runner’s World Challenge tech shirt
Course strategy session with the Runner’s World experts and editors
Exclusive shakeout run with the Runner’s World editors
Entry to the Pasta in the Park Party on Saturday night Jan. 12 at Epcot® with Runner’s World VIPs & editors
Private transportation to and from the start and finish lines
Entry to the Race Retreat which includes pre and post race hot and cold beverages, dedicated stretching area, and private portalets & bag check, post-race buffet, massage and live results
Post-race celebration on Sunday night at the Cool Down at Downtown Disney