February 25 – 26, 2023
2023 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
The Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge

In 2023, the Gasparilla Distance Classic Association welcomes Raymond James (for the sixth year), based in St. Petersburg, FL, as host of the Raymond James Team Challenge.
Founded in 1962, Raymond James has been recognized nationally for its community support and corporate philanthropy. The company has been ranked as one of the best in the country in customer service, as a great place to work, and as a national leader in support of the arts.
Companies, running clubs, social groups, family, and friends can take their Race Weekend experience and performance to the next level by forming a team and participating in the Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge.
2023 Raymond James Team Challenge Information
- Form a team to participate in one of the 2023 PGDC Race Weekend Events. Each team must have a minimum of three and a maximum of five runners.
- Companies, running clubs, social groups, family, and friends can take their Race Weekend experience and performance to the next level by forming a team and participating in the Raymond James Corporate or Open Team Challenges.
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Corporate & Open Team Challenge Entry Fees:
- 15K – $450
- 5K – $350
- Half Marathon – $650
- 8K – $400
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In addition to the traditional race amenities, Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge Participates will receive the following:
- Raymond James Team Challenge Running Singlet that
will include Raymond James Team Challenge Artwork and
Your Company Logo or Open Team Name. - Gasparilla Pirate-Themed Performance Socks
- Access to the Private and Columbia Restaurants catered
Raymond James Team Challenge Race Day VIP Tent that’s
located at the Q-105 Post-Race Celebration. The Raymond
James Team Challenge Tent also features a complimentary
Post-Race Massage Area, Private Port-o-Let, and even better, private access to your complimentary Michelob Ultra Beer…NO STANDING IN LONG LINES!! - Your teams will be eligible for awards for the team in the Raymond James Team Challenge. These awards will be personalized with the company logo after the event.
- Raymond James Team Challenge Running Singlet that
- 2023 Raymond James Team Challenge Registration Deadline
- Friday, January 20, 2023
- Every 2023 Raymond James Team Challenge Team Name will be featured in the Tampa Bay Times 2023 PGDC Race Weekend Special Section.
Raymond James Team Challenge Registration forms along with the team logo in a high-resolution format are due no later than January 21, 2023. Please be respectful of this due date. It allows for timely and efficient processing.
Click here for the 2023 Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge
For more information, Kitty@RunGasparilla.com or call (813) 254-7866