Annual 433 AW Port Dawg Memorial Run
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location San Antonio, Texas
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Annual 433 AW Port Dawg Memorial Run on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, in the vibrant city of San Antonio, Bexar! This heartfelt event pays tribute to the brave Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve Air Transportation teammates, known as Port Dawgs, who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Established in honor of Technical Sgt. Curtis E. EcCleston, who was lost in 2011, this memorial run has evolved into a cherished tradition within the Air Transportation community.
Participants will come together to honor the memory of these heroes, fostering camaraderie and solidarity among Airmen, both past and present. The event not only celebrates their sacrifice but also serves as a wonderful opportunity for current and former service members to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Whether you're running the distance or cheering on the participants, this day promises to be filled with inspiration, remembrance, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this significant event that honors those who have served!
Participants will come together to honor the memory of these heroes, fostering camaraderie and solidarity among Airmen, both past and present. The event not only celebrates their sacrifice but also serves as a wonderful opportunity for current and former service members to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Whether you're running the distance or cheering on the participants, this day promises to be filled with inspiration, remembrance, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this significant event that honors those who have served!
Organiser's Description
The memorial run honors fallen Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve Air Transportation teammates, known as Port Dawgs, from across the Air Force over the past year and has become a significant tradition within the Air Transportation community.
In 2011, the Air Transportation Community experienced a tragic loss of Technical Sgt. Curtis E. EcCleston and it 2013, the Port Dawgs at Kadena Air Base held a memorial run in honor of Curtis. This event would become an annual event held at other units across the world and career field. EcCleston's aunt and uncle, Sharon and Michael Jay Loving, attended the PDMR ceremony.
The PDMR honors the sacrifices made by Air Transportation Airmen and serves as a unifying event for the Air Force and Port Dawg community said, Lt. Col. Juan Pizarro, 305th Aerial Port Squadron Commander. It symbolizes the camaraderie and solidarity among our Airmen and provides an opportunity for current and former service members to connect, share experiences, and support one another.
In 2011, the Air Transportation Community experienced a tragic loss of Technical Sgt. Curtis E. EcCleston and it 2013, the Port Dawgs at Kadena Air Base held a memorial run in honor of Curtis. This event would become an annual event held at other units across the world and career field. EcCleston's aunt and uncle, Sharon and Michael Jay Loving, attended the PDMR ceremony.
The PDMR honors the sacrifices made by Air Transportation Airmen and serves as a unifying event for the Air Force and Port Dawg community said, Lt. Col. Juan Pizarro, 305th Aerial Port Squadron Commander. It symbolizes the camaraderie and solidarity among our Airmen and provides an opportunity for current and former service members to connect, share experiences, and support one another.
Annual 433 AW Port Dawg Memorial Run
