Perennial champion wages another fierce battle with countryman and two-time champ Fredison Costa down the stretch; Victory is Bastos’ eighth at Disney; Virginia’s Renee High repeats as women’s champion; Record 65,000-plus participate in weekend’s events LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 13, 2013) – Perhaps it was fitting that at the 20th annual Walt Disney World …

Famed Hansons running club runner sets record time; celebrities among record field of 27,000 runners; 20th anniversary Disney Marathon presented by Cigna set for Sunday LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 12, 2013) – Michigan runners Mike Morgan and Melissa White blazed around Walt Disney World on Saturday – Morgan even set a race record – …

Star-studded meet-up featured celebrities Drew Carey and Joey Fatone, former NFL player Eddie Mason and running legends including Joan Benoit Samuelson, Bill Rodgers, Desiree Davila, Bart Yasso, Jeff Galloway and Dick Beardsley LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 11, 2013) – In celebration of the 20th Walt Disney World Marathon presented by Cigna, runDisney hosted its …

More than 65,000 runners registered; compelling human interest stories available LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 10, 2013) – The 20th Anniversary of the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is underway and includes four days of activities that include races, celebrity appearances, a health and fitness expo and post-race celebrations. More than 65,000 runners are registered …

New Balance announced as official running shoe for runDisney and official baseball shoe of amateur baseball events at ESPN Wide World of sports; partnership also includes exclusive footwear, featuring Mickey and Minnie-themed shoes BOSTON, MA and BURBANK, CA, (Jan. 9, 2013) – New Balance and Walt Disney Parks & Resorts announced a multi-year strategic alliance …

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex to host more than 630 teams from Dec. 27 to Jan. 3; Nation’s top college coaches in attendance to scout LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Dec. 24, 2012) – America’s best youth soccer clubs, featuring some of the country’s elite players, will take the field during Disney’s Soccer Showcase presented …

Runners Can Double Their Effort With Dumbo Double Dare; Race Registration Opens Next Month LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla (Dec. 19, 2012) – The Happiest Race on Earth is getting a little happier starting next year.  The Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend is expanding to include the Disneyland 10K at Disneyland Resort in California, Aug. 30 – …

Italian Soccer Team Announces Schedule with Press Conference, High School Player Clinic and VIP Fan Experience, December 29, 2012 – January 1, 2013 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Dec. 12, 2013) – AS Roma, one of the world’s most storied and celebrated soccer teams, arrive at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for the club’s inaugural winter …

Prestigious camp scheduled for June 27-30 2013 at Disney’s acclaimed sports complex: Brees and other marquee NFL stars to provide world-class instruction and national 7-on-7 competition as part of four-day event to benefit Brees’ charitable foundation LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 8, 2013) – New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is launching his first football …

Disney Spirit Award presented to Texas long snapper Nate Boyer; Te’o tops list with Player of the Year and Bednarik honors Linebacker Manti Te’o of Notre Dame, Johnny Manziel of Texas A&M and Montee Ball of Wisconsin each claimed top awards during the 22nd annual The Home Depot College Football Awards hosted by Fowler, Lee Corso, Kirk Herbstreit, …