ACEing Autism Dallas Racquet Run (5k/1k) & Tournaments 2023

Saturday, April 15, 2023 Past event
9:40 AM CDT
Richardson, Texas
Free–$35.00 · 4 races
1km, 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 4th Annual ACEing Autism Dallas Racquet Run on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the stunning campus of UT Dallas in Richardson, TX. This exciting event features a 5K timed run and a 1K fun walk, making it perfect for athletes of all ages and skill levels. In addition to the races, this year we are thrilled to introduce a UTR-sanctioned Singles Tennis Tournament, taking place at the Collin College Tennis Courts.

This vibrant day is not just about racing; it's a celebration of community and awareness for ACEing Autism Dallas. Participants can enjoy a Family Fun Festival with bounce houses, giant games, and more, while the first 50 finishers in the 5K are guaranteed medals! All proceeds from the Racquet Run and tournaments directly benefit the ACEing Autism Dallas program, providing essential resources for our local athletes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit!

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Races

  • 5k Timed / Family Fun Festival

    Incl. Event Shirt

    Registration is $30 per runner (until 3/31) $35 per runner (4/1 to 4/12) Online registration is open until 12pm on 4/12. Onsite registration available the morning of the race. Registration is $40 per runner. Check-in starts at 7:45am All sales are final and there are no refunds. Furthermore, there is no rain date for the event. In cases of inclement weather, natural disaster, or other unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, management reserves the right to cancel the event and/or modify the race course for safety concerns. Under such circumstances, there will be no refunds or transfer of entries to future events. Each participant must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid.

    9:30 AM CDT

    $35.00

    Entries closed
  • 1k Fun Walk / Family Fun Festival

    Registration is free. Online registration is open until 12pm on 4/15. Onsite registration available the morning of the event. All sales are final and there are no refunds. Furthermore, there is no rain date for the event. In cases of inclement weather, natural disaster or other unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, management reserves the right to cancel the event and/or modify the race course for safety concerns. Under such circumstances, there will be no refunds or transfer of entries to future events. Each participant must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid.

    9:40 AM CDT

    Free

    Entries closed
  • UTR 1-7 Singles Tennis Tournament (All Ages)

    Registration is $40 per player Registration is open until 12pm on 4/10. Draws will be posted by 12pm on 4/13. This is a UTR-sanctioned singles event and open to all ages. Ratings will be verified. For more details please see the UTR Tournament Site All sales are final and there are no refunds. Furthermore, there is no rain date for the event. In cases of inclement weather, natural disaster or other unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, management reserves the right to cancel the event for safety concerns. Under such circumstances, there will be no refunds or transfer of entries to future events. Each participant must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid.

    9:00 AM CDT

    Free

    Entries closed
  • Adult Mixed Pickleball Tournament

    Registration is $40 per player Registration is open until 12pm on 4/10. Draws will be posted by 12pm on 4/13. Format: Non-Sanctioned Round Robin Each round is 1 game to 11 points, win by 2 points. Playoff games for top 3 positions If enough teams register we will separate them into the following brackets: Women's Bracket Men's Bracket Mixe Bracket All sales are final and there are no refunds. Furthermore, there is no rain date for the event. In cases of inclement weather, natural disaster or other unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, management reserves the right to cancel the event for safety concerns. Under such circumstances, there will be no refunds or transfer of entries to future events. Each participant must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid.

    9:00 AM CDT

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Join us for our 4th Annual ACEing Autism Dallas Racquet Run (1K Fun Walk / 5K Timed Run) on the beautiful campus of UT Dallas in Richardson, TX. Starting this year we will also be holding a UTR-sanctioned Singles Tennis Tournament. Help raise awareness for ACEing Autism Dallas and generate funds to support our local scholarship fund, provide tennis equipment, and enable our athletes to participate in various tennis events at the local and state level.

RACQUET RUN LOCATION TENNIS & PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT LOCATION
UT Dallas Tennis Complex Collin College Tennis Courts
2400 Armstrong Parkway, Richardson 2800 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
Park in Lot U (South of Courts off Field Street) William (Bill) Crawford Cir off of E Spring Creek Pkwy

RACQUET RUN ORDER OF EVENTS TENNIS & PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
7 5K/1K Registration / Packet Pickup See UTR Tournament Page https://app.universaltennis.com/events/112586
8 5K Run Starts
8 1K Fun Walk Starts
9 Awards Ceremony / Breakfast
9 Family Fun Festival (Bounce Houses, Giant Jenga, Corn Hole, Giant Checkers, Face painting, Fire Truck, and more)

5K RUN AWARDS
First 50 finishers are guaranteed a medal.
Event shirts may not be available at time of event for those who register after 4/1, and will have to be picked up offsite at a later date.
Awards for the top male & female winners.

FUNDRAISING PRIZES
$150 - Racquet Run Shirt
$500 - ACEing Autism Hat
$1,000 - ACEing Autism Fleece Jacket
Based upon amounts raised by 8am day of event.

_ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE ACEING AUTISM DALLAS RACQUET RUN & TOURNAMENT DIRECTLY BENEFIT THE ACEING AUTISM DALLAS PROGRAM AND ITS PARTICIPANTS._

Location

2400 Armstrong Drive, Richardson, 75080, TX, United States

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