Lillian Smith Rockwall "Race To End Abuse" 5K/Walk

Behind the Kroger Food Store

Saturday, November 13, 2010 @ 9:00 AM

Date

Start: Saturday, November 13, 2010 @ 9:00 AM

Address

Behind the Kroger Food Store
1221 Arista Dr. Rockwall TX 75032 Rockwall, TX

Fees

$25 Adults (13+), $10 Kids (8-12) thru Nov. 11
$30 Adults, $15 Kids 8-12, Families of 3+ $50 (Race Day)

$20 Teams of 6+ (thru Nov. 11)

Registration Closing Date

Saturday, November 13, 2010 @ 9:00 AM PST

Brief Description

This is the second annual USATF-sanctioned Race to End Abuse event organized by the non-profit Lillian Smith Family Violence Foundation to increase awareness and funds for educational campaigns in media, schools and communities to help prevent & end domestic, dating, child and pet abuse in Rockwall County.

Race Course

The 5K Race and 1K Walk (2/3 mile) will begin behind the Kroger Food Store on Arista Dr.

In this USATF-sanctioned 5K (3.1 miles), runners will race on Summer Lee Dr. past Fox-Chase Park, up Tubbs Rd. and back to Arista Dr. 1K participants will run/jog/walk on Summer Lee Dr. to Presbyterian Hospital and back.

Form a Team

Do you have friends who like to run? Teams of 6 or more people can compete for:

  • Most Funds Raised – Corporate Team
  • Most Funds Raised – Community/Family Team
  • Most Participants
To register your team visit www.racetoendabuse.com for registration and team captain’s packets

Directions

From Dallas, take the Rockwall Ridge Rd. exit, turn right and drive south about 1/2 mi. until you see the Kroger Food Store. From Royse City, take the Ridge Rd. exit, turn left under I-30 on to Ridge Rd. and go south until you see Kroger. From Forney, take Hwy. 740 to Rockwall until you see Kroger on the right.

Additional Information

250 participants are expected. Free water, drinks, fruit and snacks will be provided, plus door prizes.

Trophies will be provided to fastest female, male and senior over 70. Medals will be given to top three male and female finishers of following age groups:

14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over

Title Sponsor is the Rockwall Walmart Supercenter. Presenting Sponsor is Heritage Christian Academy (HCA).

Others include: U.S. Congressman Ralph Hall, Texas State Senator Bob Deuell, Rockwall Co. District Attorney Kenda Culpepper, TheRockwallNews.com, PegasusNews.com, 95.3-FM "The Range," 92.1 "The Possum," PlanetRockwall.com, Rockwall Running Center, Curves Fitness Center, Lady of America Fitness Centers, Care United Medical Center, Rockwall Urgent Care, Willis Fine Jewelry, Amish Furniture Showcase and Palio's Pizza Cafe.

Events schedule
7:30-8:45 am - Registration
8:45 am - Warm-up exercises led by Rockwall Running Club experts
9:00 am - 5K Race begins
9:00 am - 1K Walk begins
9:30 am - Short Abuse Survivor Walk
9:45 am - 5K Race awards followed by team and fundraising awards


Non runners can enjoy a variety of activities, including:

  • Free Refreshments
  • Music
  • Awards Presentations

Map

Photos