We all miss running.  We all miss each other.  And we all would like to help those who have been most severely affected by the pandemic. For this reason, the coaches and student-athletes of the Arlington High Cross Country teams are sponsoring a virtual 5K race that will help us to reconnect (remotely), raise funds for charity, and also fund the team. This year, 30% of race funds will be donated to The One Chelsea Fund. The organization's mission is to “provide financial relief to Chelsea individuals and families to meet their basic needs” during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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WHEN:  Friday, June 26th at 5 a.m. - Monday, June 29th at 5 a.m. 

•  You pick the time! Start your race at any point on the designated dates.

• *Registration will close Thursday, June 25th at 12:00 p.m.*

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WHERE: Any 5k (3.1 mile) route you choose. 

• Choose any safely socially distanced route. 

• Pick a race course you are familiar with, your favorite running route, or a shaded trail run. 

• Races run on treadmills are also permitted.  

• If you do not have a GPS watch, you can map out a course on mapmyrun.com

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PRICE: $10, but additional contributions are welcome!

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HEALTH ADVISORY:  Please avoid heavily trafficked areas when selecting your race route. Race organizers remind all participants to adhere to the state and local guideline regarding social-distancing. Per the State and Arlington Board of Health, face masks or cloth face coverings should be worn in public places where social distancing is difficult to maintain (6 feet apart). Race organizers encourage participants to find routes that avoid the Minuteman Bikeway where social distancing can be particularly difficult to maintain. It is expected that all participants will run the virtual race individually unless they are members of the same household.

 

RESULTS:

• Results will be accepted on the honor system and published on the race website on June 29th at 6 p.m.

• After you complete your race, submit your time using the Google Form that is sent to you on race day.

• If you have trouble submitting the form, please contact one of the race organizers.

 

AWARDS:

• Top Male/Female/Non-Binary Finishers will receive a custom T-Shirt designed by Mr. Justin Bourassa.

• Student-athlete who beats their parent/guardian by the biggest margin - $10 gift card to Kickstand Cafe

• Parent/guardian who beats their child by the biggest margin  - $10 gift card to Butternut Bakehouse

• Best predictor of finishing time - $10 gift card to Cookie Time

• The top 3 finishers from each age group will receive recognition on the race website.

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PHOTOS:

• Snap a selfie before or after your 5k race.

• Have a family member take an action shot of you while racing.

• You may edit your photo to include your race time.

• Submit photos to skmcurro@gmail.com by 9:00 a.m. on the 29th for publication to the race website. This information will be included in your race day email.