Second Heinzel Pöls Trophy: Run with record participation for a good cause!

Second Heinzel Pöls Trophy: Run with record participation for a good cause!

Pöls-Oberkurzheim, Österreich - On June 13, 2025, the second Heinzel Pöls Trophy took place under bright sunshine in Pöls-Oberkurzheim. With over 350 starters: inside, including 150 children, a new participant record was set up. This event, which is under the motto "Running - Running helps!" stands, not only attracted the athletes: on the inside, but also connects the local community in the Murtal.

The event, organized by Daniela and Maria, started in the grounds of Zulstoff Pöls AG in the early afternoon with the popular paper gnome run and various school runs. The children had the opportunity to cover distances between 100 and 1,000 meters. Mayor Mag. Gernot Esser and Maria Stradner led through the program as moderators, while the participants were waiting for the main competitions.

diverse competitions and social aspects

The highlight of the event was the 1- and 2-hour run and a Nordic walking competition over the route of 1,800 meters. The starting signal was given at 5:00 p.m., and many employees: Inside the Zollstoff Pöls AG, including CEO Mike Resnicek, were also at the start. Vice Mayor Hagen Roth also did not take the opportunity to actively participate.

A special feature of the Heinzel Pöls Trophy was the social component: part of the starting funds benefits the Lebenshilfe region Judenburg. The event not only showed the sporting ambition of the participants: inside, but also the large heart of the region. After the award ceremony, the After Race Party was celebrated, which ended the day properly.

a sign of health and cohesion

The Heinzel Pöls Trophy was not only a sporting competition, but also a strong sign of health, inclusion and common sense. The organizers: Inside, there are an important signal for the region, which is also in accordance with the increasing efforts to sustainability at sporting events. Because, according to a research project on sustainability in German sporting events, 74% of the organizers are already in favor of sustainable practices, which shows that events such as the Heinzel Pöls Trophy also go in a positive direction.

Overall, the event offered a great setting to combine sport, community and social responsibility. With this successful event, the Heinzel Pöls Trophy continues its commitment to the region and not only inspires the sporting athletes, but also the whole community.

Further information on the trophy can be found at meinbezirk.at the website of Heinzel .