13th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 11th January 2026
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Sarasota, Florida
- Price $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 13th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the stunning Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Florida. This exciting event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a noble cause by providing scholarships for Riverview High School Senior Soccer players, JROTC Cadets, and Track Athletes. Participants are encouraged to bring a can or two of food for Mayor's Feed the Hungry, adding a community spirit to this memorable day.
Kick off the event with complimentary Starbucks coffee while enjoying a color guard presentation and the national anthem. After the race, don't miss out on the chance to win one of approximately 160 door prizes! Trophies will be awarded to Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Sr. Grand Masters, Veteran Grand Master, and the top six finishers in each age category, with medals for the top three. The first 400 registrants will receive fantastic goodie bags, so be sure to register early! Early packet pickup is available on January 9 and 10 at local New Balance stores. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community support as we honor Andrew’s legacy and make a difference!
Kick off the event with complimentary Starbucks coffee while enjoying a color guard presentation and the national anthem. After the race, don't miss out on the chance to win one of approximately 160 door prizes! Trophies will be awarded to Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Sr. Grand Masters, Veteran Grand Master, and the top six finishers in each age category, with medals for the top three. The first 400 registrants will receive fantastic goodie bags, so be sure to register early! Early packet pickup is available on January 9 and 10 at local New Balance stores. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community support as we honor Andrew’s legacy and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
The 13th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk takes place on the #1 Rated Siesta Key Beach in beautiful Sarasota, Florida
The event provides scholarships for further education to Riverview High School Senior Soccer players, JROTC Cadets and Track Athletes, If there are remaining funds they will continue to grow the Sarasota Community Foundation Scholarship's in Andrew's name.
Andrew so LOVED soccer that his parents wanted to keep his legacy of education alive. He also had a heart for the unfortunate.
PLEASE BRING A CAN OR TWO OF FOOD FOR MAYORS FEED THE HUNGRY
The event includes pre-race Starbucks coffee with a color guard and national anthem opening.
Following the race stop by the door prize board to see if you won one of our roughly 160 door prizes. Hang around to see if you placed in the race!!!
We give trophies to Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Sr. Grand Masters, Veteran Grand Master as well as 6 deep in each category with 3 deep receiving a medal.
"5 year age groups to 90 and above"
The goodie bags are filled with pretty awesome goodies as well. ONLY TO THE FIRST 400 REGISTRANTS
Check out our website www.andrewmonroe.com.
Andrew was an awesome young man with a future cut short.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP - FRIDAY JANUARY 9, 4PM-7PM - NEW BALANCE, 315 CATTLEMAN RD, SUITE 1 - WEST UNIVERSITY DISTRICT.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP SATURDAY JANUARY 10. -- 10AM TO 2PM - NEW BALANCE SARASOTA, 1872 STICKNEY POINT RD., SARASOTA
PER USATF RULES, GUN TIME IS USED TO DETERMINE PRIZE MONEY WINNERS AND TIME BONUS RECIPIENTS. TAG TIME (CHIP TIME) WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ALL AGE-GROUP
The event provides scholarships for further education to Riverview High School Senior Soccer players, JROTC Cadets and Track Athletes, If there are remaining funds they will continue to grow the Sarasota Community Foundation Scholarship's in Andrew's name.
Andrew so LOVED soccer that his parents wanted to keep his legacy of education alive. He also had a heart for the unfortunate.
PLEASE BRING A CAN OR TWO OF FOOD FOR MAYORS FEED THE HUNGRY
The event includes pre-race Starbucks coffee with a color guard and national anthem opening.
Following the race stop by the door prize board to see if you won one of our roughly 160 door prizes. Hang around to see if you placed in the race!!!
We give trophies to Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Sr. Grand Masters, Veteran Grand Master as well as 6 deep in each category with 3 deep receiving a medal.
"5 year age groups to 90 and above"
The goodie bags are filled with pretty awesome goodies as well. ONLY TO THE FIRST 400 REGISTRANTS
Check out our website www.andrewmonroe.com.
Andrew was an awesome young man with a future cut short.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP - FRIDAY JANUARY 9, 4PM-7PM - NEW BALANCE, 315 CATTLEMAN RD, SUITE 1 - WEST UNIVERSITY DISTRICT.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP SATURDAY JANUARY 10. -- 10AM TO 2PM - NEW BALANCE SARASOTA, 1872 STICKNEY POINT RD., SARASOTA
PER USATF RULES, GUN TIME IS USED TO DETERMINE PRIZE MONEY WINNERS AND TIME BONUS RECIPIENTS. TAG TIME (CHIP TIME) WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ALL AGE-GROUP
Races
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Andrew Monroe 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th January 2026 (8:15AM EST)
$38.10
Discount for Area Running Clubs & Students when you check out! Ends Dec 20th Club discounts at checkout -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th January 2026 (8:20AM EST)
$38.10
Club discounts at checkout till December 20th -
Virtual Race - 13th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
A tshirt will be ordered and mailed after the race, January 11th if ordered by deadline Dec 20, 2025 or unless no shirt is specified.
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