Bulls, Sox, Hawks team up for charity race

The Chicago Bulls will team up with the White Sox and Blackhawks to host the inaugural “Home Team Charity Run” on Sunday, April 3, in Chicago.

A portion of proceeds from the race will be split among the three teams’ respective charities.

The 10K run (6.2 miles) will start at the United Center and finish at U.S. Cellular Field. Participating runners get to choose which team they want to represent and will receive a team-branded moisture-wicking long sleeve jersey.

The nonrefundable registration fee is $60, and registration ends March 31. The course is not conducive to walkers and a 14-minute mile pace will be enforced. To ensure a jersey, runners must register by March 11 or it will be mailed after the race. Parking will not be available at the United Center, but parking will be available at U.S. Cellular Field along with shuttle buses to the United Center.

Following the race, a post-run festival will take place on the grounds of U.S. Cellular Field, where runners and guests can enjoy food and beverages, as well as performances from local bands, including Chicago singer and songwriter Michael McDermott.

Former Bulls, White Sox and Blackhawks players will be at the festival for photo and autograph opportunities, and 500 runners will be randomly selected to have their photo taken with the Bulls and White Sox championship trophies.

For more information or to register for the race, visit hometeamcharityrun.org.