SF/LA Challenge Medal FAQ
What is the SF/LA Challenge Medal?
The SF/LA Challenge medal is an extra medal bringing together two of the best races in California: the San Francisco Marathon and the Los Angeles Marathon! It is given to anyone participating in any distance of the 2022 SF Marathon and the 2023 Rose Bowl Half Marathon or the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon.
What events are included in the SF/LA Challenge Medal?
To qualify you must complete any distance at the 2022 San Francisco Marathon (Ultra Marathon, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K -- virtually or in person; July 23-24, 2022) AND then either the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon (March 19, 2023) OR the 2023 Rose Bowl Half Marathon (January 15, 2023).
When are the races that are included?
The SF Marathon is July 23 – 24, 2022 The Rose Bowl Half Marathon is January 15, 2023 The Los Angeles Marathon is March 19, 2023.
How do I earn the SF/LA Challenge Medal?
Register for any distance of the 2022 San Francisco Marathon (virtual or in person option) and the 2023 Rose Bowl Half or 2023 Los Angeles Marathon with the same email address and you’ll be qualified!
Where do I earn the medal?
You’ll earn it after finishing the 2023 Rose Bowl Half on January 15 or the Los Angeles Marathon on March 19. You’ll receive details with exact pick up information closer to the event.
Do I get two medals if I do the Rose Bowl Half and the Los Angeles Marathon?
Not at this time. This medal is for the 2022 SF marathon and the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon.
What if I do the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon and the 2023 SF Marathon, can I earn this medal?
Not at this time. This medal is for the 2022 SF marathon and the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon.
I am already registered for both events with the same email address, do I qualify?
Yes! Congrats! You'll receive more details on where and when to pick it up at your second qualifying event.
I am already registered for these events but I used different email addresses, can I fix this?
If you’d like to change the email address for the Los Angeles Marathon or Rose Bowl Half please email us at: Solutions@mccourtfoundation.org with SF/LA challenge medal email address as your subject. If you’d like to change the email address for the SF Marathon please email customersupport@thesfmarathon.com with SF/LA challenge medal email address as your subject line.
I have another question not asked here, who do I email?
You can find us on social @LAMarathon or @SFMarathon Or email: marketing@mccourtfoundation.org or customersupport@thesfmarathon.com.