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Join us for the Leader of the Pack 5K run/walk - Saturday May 3, 2025 at McNair Field in Forest City, NC. Hosted by the Rutherford County Schools Education Foundation, the 15th Annual 5K run/walk is a benefit for the RCSEF initiatives. The race will start at 8:30 a.m.
Not able to join the fun on race day? Sign up for the DIY (Virtual) 5K. You may choose to complete any run/walk course at your convenience.
Registration Rate & Dates:
Now until April 21, 2025 >> Adults: $25, Students [Age 18 & under]: $10
April 22, 2025 until Race Day (May 3, 2025) >> Adults $30, Students [Age 18 & under]: $15
PACKET PICK UP:
Friday - May 2, 2025, 3:00-6:00 p.m. at McNair Field - McNair Dr. Forest City
Race Day - May 3, 2025, 6:30-8:20 a.m. at McNair Field - McNair Dr. Forest City
RACE START: 8:30 a.m.
Award Ceremony: Approximately 9:45 a.m.
5K Awards:
Top Overall Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd)
Top Masters [40+] Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd)
Age Group Awards (1st, 2nd,& 3rd) Male/Female in the following age groups: 0-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
School Participation Awards
Trophies will be awarded to the elementary, middle and high schools with the highest participation.
