Drake Relays officials have revealed plans for celebrating the 100th running of the Drake Relays April 22-25, 2009.

“We’re very excited about embarking on the 100th running of the Drake Relays,” said Drake Athletics Director Sandy Hatfield Clubb. “It has become a cornerstone and a fundamental part of who we are.”

Drake Relays Director Brian Brown unveiled a special logo commemorating the 100th running of the Drake Relays, as well as a large countdown clock for the event.

“We want to share some of the vision, history, legacy and destiny that have encompassed the 100 years of the Drake Relays,” said Brown. “We want to make sure we remember our past and illustrious history. We are indeed America’s Athletic Classic and we want to talk about destiny, relating to where do we go from here.”

The Drake Relays annually attracts more than 8,000 athletes, including those from colleges and universities across the country.

The logo mark reflects the history of the Drake Relays that began in 1910.

Brown also said Drake Relays fans will have an opportunity to help decide the greatest moments in Drake Relays history, as well as selecting the athletes of the century by visiting a newly launched Web site at www.drakerelays100.com.

Drake Relays fans also will have an opportunity to purchase a commemorative 100th Drake Relays highlight DVD. A special book on the 100-year history of the Drake Relays, authored by longtime historian Bob Spiegel, also will be available.

-Courtesy Drake SID Mike Mahon