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We look forward to a fun and exciting Mercer Health 5K Challenge season.

What's The Challenge?

Plans are underway for an exciting 2020 Mercer Health 5K Challenge season. Here are a few of the highlights:

  • The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
  • All races will be chip timed.
  • Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events for the price of 6. Check back for details.
  • The 14 and under run free will be back.
  • New age groups. 10 & under and 11 – 14.
  • Participants must complete 6 of the 7 Challenge events to be eligible for age group awards and Challenge apparel.
  • The Challenge season will end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st with awards to be presented that day.

    • 2020 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule

    • 6/20th - Zuma Days
    • 6/27th – Maria Stein Country Fest
    • 7/5th – Redskin Classic
    • 7/11th – Shanes Crossing
    • 7/18th – St. Clair's
    • 7/25th – Lake Festival
    • 8/1th – Buzzards Glory

    As in the past all you need to do is participate in each Challenge event and we will keep track of your points and standings. All runners and walkers are welcome to participate.

    Race Results

    Challenge Races

    June 20, 2020
    Zuma Days

    June 20, 2020
    Zuma Days

    • Zuma Park, Montezuma, Ohio
    • Entry Fees $13-$20
    • Restrooms & Water at Finish Line
    • No Showers Available
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    June 27, 2020
    Country Fest

    June 27, 2020
    Country Fest

    • On the Country Fest grounds
    • Entry Fees $12-$22
    • Door prizes and awards after race
    • Awards to top 3 overall & per age group
    More Info
       

    July 5, 2020
    Redskin Classic

    July 5, 2020
    Redskin Classic

    • Water available throughout course
    • Entry fees $10-$18
    • First aid & restrooms at end of course
    • No roller blades
    More Info
       

    July 11, 2020
    Shane's Crossing

    July 11, 2020
    Shane's Crossing

    • Entry fees $5-$22
    • Awards and prizes available
    • Water at mile markers 1, 2, & 3
    More Info
       

    July 18, 2020
    St. Clair

    July 18, 2020
    St. Clair

    • Water available at 1st & 2nd mile
    • Refreshments at finish line
    • Entry fees $10-$20
    • Awards available
    More Info
       

    July 25, 2020
    Lake Fest

    July 25, 2020
    Lake Fest

    • Entry fees $12-$27
    • Water available throughout
    • Trophies and medals available
    • $100 for new course record
    More Info
       

    August 1, 2020
    Buzzard's Glory

    August 1, 2020
    Buzzard's Glory

    • Entry fees $5-$24
    • Prizes & awards available
    • 12 & under Little Foot Run prior to race
    • Proceeds to Coldwater Memorial Park & Coldwater Library
    More Info
       

     

    Preregister for all 7 events by June 17th for the price of 6.

     

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