JONESY'S RUN
- Date Sat 12th July 2025
- Location Tecumseh, ON
- Price $23.83 - $56.20
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Jonesyβs Run on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Lakewood Park South in Tecumseh, Essex! This uplifting 5K run/walk honors the memory of Bob Jones, a beloved former assistant coach for the Ottawa Senators, who passionately advocated for ALS awareness after his diagnosis. With all proceeds benefiting The ALS Society of Windsor-Essex County, this event not only celebrates Bobβs legacy but also supports individuals and families affected by ALS while contributing to vital research efforts.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant event featuring a 5K run, 1K walk, and engaging kids' races, including Ace's 200m Kids Dash and Bomber's Kilometre Kids Run. With a registration limit of 400, early sign-up is encouraged to secure your spot and receive a unique Finishers Medal and a limited edition T-shirt! After the race, enjoy post-race hospitality and the chance to mingle with local Windsor Spitfires players at a casual Meet & Greet. Remember, strollers, baby joggers, and pets are not permitted for safety reasons. Come out and be part of this meaningful community event, making a difference one step at a time!
Participants can look forward to a vibrant event featuring a 5K run, 1K walk, and engaging kids' races, including Ace's 200m Kids Dash and Bomber's Kilometre Kids Run. With a registration limit of 400, early sign-up is encouraged to secure your spot and receive a unique Finishers Medal and a limited edition T-shirt! After the race, enjoy post-race hospitality and the chance to mingle with local Windsor Spitfires players at a casual Meet & Greet. Remember, strollers, baby joggers, and pets are not permitted for safety reasons. Come out and be part of this meaningful community event, making a difference one step at a time!
Organiser's Description
Jonesyβs Run is a 5K run/walk in honour of Windsorβs Bob Jones, a former assistant coach for the Ottawa Senators, who passed away from of ALS on July 26, 2024 at the age of 54. Bob became a vocal advocate for ALS research awareness after his diagnosis in 2022.ALS or Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive nervous system disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, causing loss of muscle control.All proceeds from this annual event will benefit The ALS Society of Windsor-Essex County, assisting persons living with ALS and their families while contributing to research that leads to a cure. Join us on the paved trail at Tecumsehβs Lakewood Park South on Saturday, July 12 to remember and celebrate Bob Jones! Registration will be limited to 400 persons. The 5K route will be 3 full laps around the parkβs paved outer trail. Runners and walkers will start at different times due to the narrow path.In cooperation with the Windsor Spitfires, there will be a casual Meet & Greet with some local players TBA before the event. You must be registered for this event to participate in the Meet & Greet.Post-race hospitality will be held on site after each event with the addition optional Adult Hospitality at Johnny Shotz (13037 Tecumseh Rd E, Tecumseh). Your registration fee of $50 allows you entry to this event. If you would like to attend and did not participate in the run/walk, admission is $50 with all proceeds also going to The ALS Society of Windsor-Essex County.Please Note: parking is limited at Lakewood Park. Please plan to arrive early, consider carpooling with friends or parking on area side streets.7:30am β Race Day Registration if not sold out in advance online through Race Roster9:00am β Ace's 200m Kids Dash 9:05am β Bomber's Kilometre Kids Run9:15am β 5K Run9:45am β 5K and 1K Walk11:00am β Adult Hospitality at Johnny Shotz
Last Minute Race Registration & Race Packet Pickup: Thursday, July 10 from 10am-8pm @ The Running Factory, 5480 Wyandotte Street EastFriday, July 11 from 10am-5pm @ The Running Factory 5480 Wyandotte Street East
Saturday, July 12 from 7:30am-8:45am @ Lakewood Park South if spaces are still available after online registration has closed
The first 400 registrations will receive a Finishers Medal and a limited edition T-Shirt!
NO REFUNDS - BIB TRANSFERS AVAILABLE UNTIL JULY 11, 2025For the safety of all our participants and due to the narrow trail at Lakewood Park, strollers, baby joggers and pets will not be allowed at this event. Thank you for your understanding.
Last Minute Race Registration & Race Packet Pickup: Thursday, July 10 from 10am-8pm @ The Running Factory, 5480 Wyandotte Street EastFriday, July 11 from 10am-5pm @ The Running Factory 5480 Wyandotte Street East
Saturday, July 12 from 7:30am-8:45am @ Lakewood Park South if spaces are still available after online registration has closed
The first 400 registrations will receive a Finishers Medal and a limited edition T-Shirt!
NO REFUNDS - BIB TRANSFERS AVAILABLE UNTIL JULY 11, 2025For the safety of all our participants and due to the narrow trail at Lakewood Park, strollers, baby joggers and pets will not be allowed at this event. Thank you for your understanding.
JONESY'S RUN