The Medved 5K to Cure ALS is held annually on Father's Day. Proceeds from this event go to benefit laboratory research presently being conducted at the ALS Therapy Development Institute in Boston, MA. With an Olympic style finish, around the warning track of Frontier Field, this race features one of the best venues in Rochester running. This event has become a Father's Day tradition for many families in our area. There is also a Youth 1 Mile Run and 1 Mile Fitness Stroll for Walkers of all ages. Date, Time and Location Father's Day:Sunday, June 15, 2014 at Frontier Field, Rochester NY 5K Race starts at 8:30 AM Youth 1 Mile Run starts at 9:15 AM 1 Mile Fitness Stroll starts at 9:15 AM Kids vs. 'Spikes' the Mascot (see more info below) starts at 9:45 AM Race CourseOur race features a scenic course that starts right in front of Frontier Field, runs down toward Oak Street, and eventually takes you onto State Street. From State Street, you turn right onto Main Street and then you take a right onto Plymouth. The race finishes inside Frontier Field, just behind home plate. The course is certified to be accurate by USATF. NY#10118KL
Race Amenities Race T-Shirts,Post race food and refreshments in the 'Nest' at 10 AM, Digital clock display at one mile mark and finish line, Splits 1st and 2nd Mile, Waterstops, Computerized race results, Free parking at Kodak Lot D located across from the main entrance at Frontier Field, The best finishing location in Rochester running Pre-registration $25.00 if registered by June 14, 2014 $30.00 race day $10.00 Youth 1 Mile Run $10.00 1 Mile Fitness Stroll Free Race Entry: to anyone who raises $50 or more in contributions to ALS (See Donation Information section below). Family Rate:If you have 4 or more family members in this event, subtract $2 from each entry. Entries must be mailed together. Click here to download the race application. Click here to register online. Donation Information Individuals who raise $50 or more in contributions for ALS will receive a free entry to the race and a commemorative 5K to Cure ALS T-Shirt. Click here to set up an online contribution page.After clicking on that link, please click on the purple 'Get Started' button to begin building your site. Please include 'Medved 5K' in the name of your Family Site (first box on the form). If you need any assistance, contact Jillian Davis at 617.441.7266 or jdavis@als. |