3rd Annual Cougar Run 5k
Event summary
Participants can choose between the exhilarating 5K race or a One Mile Fun Run/Walk, making it an inclusive event for everyone. All proceeds will support the Collegium Charter School's Cross Country Team, ensuring that your participation contributes to the development of young athletes. With awards for the top three finishers in both the Open and High School races, along with participation medals for Fun Run participants, there's plenty of motivation to bring your best. Join us for a day of camaraderie, competition, and celebration in Exton, where running truly connects our community!
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Races
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High School XC 5k - Boys
Incl. $8.20 Fee
https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/697238-cougar-run-5k-2025/info If enough teams register, start times will be staggered by 5 minutes. Boys will start at 9:15 am and Girls will start at 9:20 am. Registration for the HS Race must be completed through PA MileSplit. Payment, if applicable, can be mailed to Collegium Charter School (456 Creamery Way Suite #100 Exton, PA 19341) or given on race day. Checks can be made payable to Collegium Charter School.
Entries closed9:15 AM EDT
$108.20
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Open 5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Please make sure to read the parking information! We have access to the back lot adjacent to Church Farm Lane in the Valley Creek Corporate Center - 222 Valley Creek Blvd Exton, PA 19341.
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$44.00
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One Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
This is an event intended to get runners and walkers of all ages involved! Course map coming soon.
Entries closed8:50 AM EDT
$28.09
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High School XC 5k - Girls
Incl. $3.09 Fee
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$4.09
Organiser's description
Second, the Cougar Run 5K is open to the public! Runners and run/walkers of all levels are encouraged and welcome to participate. The Cougar Run 5K is a community event that aims to bring members of the community together through running and walking while supporting the Collegium Charter School HS Cross Country Team. All of the proceeds from the race will go back to the Collegium co-ed Cross Country team.
DIRECTIONS:
To the parking lot in the Valley Creek Corporate Center - use the address 222 VALLEY CREEK BLVD, EXTON, PA 19341 and drive to the back of the building. You should see where the driveway cuts through to Church Farm Lane by the park. There will be volunteer parking lot attendants to direct you.
The start line is located off of Church Farm Lane, but there is no parking in the gravel lot near the start line. _THE ADDRESS LISTED FOR EXTON PARK IS NOT THE ADDRESS THAT YOU WANT TO PUT IN YOUR GPS! YOU DO NOT WANT TO GO TO THE SWEDESFORD RD. ENTRANCE TO THE PARK!_
AWARDS:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for each gender in both the Open race and HS XC race.
Participation medals will given to all Fun Run participants.
Awards will be given after the conclusion of each race, so please stick around to receive your medal.
ENTRY:
_For Individuals in the Open Race:_
$30 entry fee through August 15th (guaranteed t-shirt)
$35 entry fee from August 16th through August 31st ***T-shirts available for purchase, as supplies last
$40 entry fee from September 1st through race day ***T-shirts available for purchase, as supplies last
_For XC teams in the HS Race:_
BAL teams register through PA MileSplit by their coach. The cost is $100 per team total (boys and girls).
All other HS XC teams register through PA MileSplit by their coach. The cost is $150 per team total (boys and girls) regardless of the number of runners.
To register a team go here: https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/697238-cougar-run-5k-2025/info
_For Individuals in the One Mile Fun Run/Walk (open to all ages, registration required for ages 5+):_
$20 entry fee through August 15th (guaranteed t-shirt)
$25 entry fee from August 16th through race day ***T-shirts available for purchase, as supplies last
AMENITIES:
COUGAR RUN 5K MAP - _***NEW COURSE ROUTE***_ https://onthegomap.com/s/l2s8ra9o
T-shirts for all participants registered by August 15th
Water and banana available for all participants at the finish line
One water station around the approximate mid-way point
Medals for top 3 finishers, male and female - awards will be given at the end of each race!
RACE RESULTS:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com
QUESTIONS:
Lauren Yack; [email protected], 610-903-1300 ext. 6306
Kristine Steiner; [email protected], 610-903-1300 ext. 6606
COLLEGIUM CHARTER SCHOOL'S MISSION & VISION STATEMENT:
Mission Statement
Collegium Charter Schools mission is to educate students to reach their fullest academic potential, while simultaneously engaging them in the exploration of college, community, and career opportunities. We strive to empower students to become productive global citizens as they embrace their authentic selves and determine their pathway to success.
Vision Statement
Collegium Charter School will create a safe, supportive, and student-centered environment with a focus on rich, diverse relationships and authentic learning experiences rooted in cultural competency. Staff will be catalysts of innovation through collaborative and evidence-based practices to increase engagement and academic outcomes. Families will be valued partners in their childs educational journey. Students will rise to the expectations set before them, will embrace success, and will develop the resilience to face future challenges.
Location
Exton Park, 800 Swedesford Rd, Exton, 19341, PA, United States
3rd Annual Cougar Run 5k
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