Keeping us entertained!

Parts of the greatness of the Minimarathon event are the fan support and the entertainment along the race course. As a runner you can be instantly recharged by a spectator saying "Good job runners, keep it up" or a band playing a classic song. I am fortunate to work with one of the acts that perform on race day. My colleague Greg is a member of a group called "Sign On The Door." He was kind enough to share with me his thoughts on performing on race day. I hope that, like me, you enjoy seeing the race from another perspective.

During how many Indianapolis Minimarathons have you performed? will you be there in 2008?

This will be our third year to perform at the mini. It's an amazing event and we love playing it.

Are you always at the same location? If not, which spot has been your favorite? where will you be in 2008?

We have been the past two years (13th and Main St. in Speedway). I hope to be in the same spot this year. It's fun to watch all of the people turn the corner and come down Main St.



How long do you play from the time the first runner passes until the last walker goes by?

It usually takes about an hour to an hour and a half.

Which songs do you play that get the best reaction from runners and spectators?

Any good Pop/Rock sing along song works well. They seem to like our country version of AC/DC's You Shook Me All Night Long. Neil Diamond stuff goes over well too.

What is the strangest thing you have seen during a race?

Someone (One of my friends) fell over a traffic cone while they were waving as they ran by.

What is it that you like about playing at the race?

The people. It's amazing to see so many people. Besides how often can you say that you have played in front of 30,000 plus people.

Will this be the year that I narrowly edge out a Kenyan for the big win?

I'm sure it will be a photo finish... ?????????