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University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon Welcomes Yoked Jerky as New Sponsor

University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon Welcomes Yoked Jerky as New Sponsor

CLEVELAND - (March 31, 2025) — The University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon today announced a new partnership with Yoked Jerky making it the Official Beef Jerky of the UH Cleveland Marathon. The partnership will bring Yoked Jerky to runners at the Health & Fitness Expo sponsored by University Hospitals, as well as the start and finish lines. Yoked Jerky will also be the title sponsor of the Personal Record Bell, recognizing participants who push their performance to new heights.

“The entire Yoked team is so excited to be part of this historic and iconic event in our hometown,” said Yoked Jerky Founder and CEO Darrell Fleming-Kendall. “As a brand committed to fueling performance, this partnership gives us unparalleled opportunity to connect with elite athletes and support their quest for new PRs.”

“The University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon is committed to engaging in meaningful partnerships that both improve the race experience for our runners and make positive contributions to the entrepreneurs and businesses that make northeast Ohio such a dynamic place,” said Race Director Ralph Staph. “Our runners will love refueling with Yoked Jerky’s protein-packed snacks almost as much as we love contributing to the local economy.”

Yoked Jerky is a premier provider of high-quality, all-natural, soft-bite jerky. The company is dedicated to supporting athletes of all levels by offering a nutritious and delicious recovery snack. Made with clean ingredients and crafted for optimal performance, Yoked Jerky helps runners stay energized, recover faster, and “savor their victories,” all the way from the training runs to the Personal Record Bell. 

The 48th University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon will welcome runners back to The Land for race weekend, May 17-18, 2025. As northeast Ohio’s premier distance running event, race weekend features activities for all ages and skill levels, from the 5k and Kids Fun Run to the half and full marathons and Two-Day Challenge Series. The University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon is committed to working with organizations featuring the diverse talent and ingenuity across northeast Ohio.

The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line either. All guests can enjoy the 26.3 Mile After Party presented by Fat Head’s Brewery and the Cleveland Marathon Health & Fitness Expo presented by University Hospitals for a chance to check out and purchase the latest gear and engage with vendors.

For more information or to register, head to clevelandmarathon.com. More information on Yoked Jerky is available at www.yokedjerky.com or you can follow them @YokedJerky.

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About the University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon

One of the 50 oldest races in the country, the University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon features the following opportunities: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Fun Run and Challenge Series. Online registration and additional information are available at clevelandmarathon.com. There are opportunities for non-profit organizations to raise funds through their participation in the race through Cleveland Marathon Charities. Find out more at clevelandmarathon.com.

About Yoked Jerky

Yoked Jerky is the go-to protein snack for athletes who demand the best. With its soft-bite texture and clean ingredients, Yoked Jerky provides the fuel athletes need to grind, recover, and savor their victories in twelve game-changing flavors.