A Decade of Driving Change: Lutzie 43 Road Race Continues to
Inspire Safer Driving and Honor Philip Lutzenkirchen's Legacy
ATLANTA, July 9, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Lutzie 43 Foundation is proud to announce
the 10th annual Lutzie 43 Road Race, set to take place on
Saturday, August 3 in Marietta, GA at Lutzie Field at Lassiter High
School or virtually for runners who cannot make it to Lutzie Field
on race day. This event, which began as the first fundraiser for
the foundation, continues to play a crucial role in promoting safe
driving and honoring the memory of Philip
Lutzenkirchen.
The 43 Key Seconds safe driving initiative
and events like the Lutzie 43 Road Race are instrumental in
spreading our message and educating drivers and passengers on the
importance of making safe choices.
"The Lutzie 43 Road Race embodies our mission to inspire safer
driving habits and commemorate Philip's legacy," said Abby Forristall, Director of Events and
Opportunity Management of the Lutzie 43 Foundation. "Over the past
decade, this race has brought together our community to support a
cause that is vital to saving lives on the road."
The Lutzie 43 Foundation was established in loving memory of
former Auburn University and
Lassiter High School football player Philip
Lutzenkirchen, who tragically lost his life in a car crash
in 2014. The foundation's mission is to reduce the number of
distracted, impaired and unsafe driving incidents, ultimately
decreasing the number of fatalities caused by poor decisions behind
the wheel.
"The 43 Key Seconds safe driving initiative and events like the
Lutzie 43 Road Race are instrumental in spreading our message and
educating drivers and passengers on the importance of making safe
choices," said Forristall. "Through this race, we not only honor
Philip's memory but also work towards our goal of creating positive
ambassadors for safe driving."
The Lutzie 43 Road Race features a 5K course that welcomes runners, walkers, and
supporters of all ages. Participants will experience a
community-driven event that supports the importance of safe driving
while celebrating Philip
Lutzenkirchen's life and legacy. All proceeds from the race
will support the foundation's ongoing efforts to educate and
empower drivers through the 43 Key Seconds initiative.
For information on race registration, including virtual
participation, visit Lutzie 43 Road Race (runsignup.com).
ABOUT LUTZIE 43 FOUNDATION:
The Lutzie 43 Foundation aims to encourage and empower people to be
positive ambassadors for safe driving through character
development, mentorship and real-world application. The Lutzie 43
Foundation was established in loving memory of former Auburn football player Philip Lutzenkirchen, shortly after he lost his
life in a car accident in 2014. In his memory, the foundation's 43
Key Seconds safe driving initiative aims to create the first
nationally-recognized symbol for distracted, impaired and unsafe
driving awareness and prevention. The foundation's motto for all is
to "Live like Lutz, Love like Lutz, and Learn from Lutz,"
reflecting its desire to help others live out the many positive
character attributes that Philip displayed while learning from the
circumstances that led to his death. For more information, visit
lutzie43.org.
Media Contact
Malinda Lackey, Michael Mackenzie
Communications, 404.445.1842, malindal@michaelmackenzie.com ,
www.michaelmackenzie.com
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