Back The Track 5K & Woodford Track Challenge
- Date Fri 15th August 2025
- Time 7:30PM EDT
- Location Versailles, Kentucky
- Price $23.25 - $33.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting evening of community spirit and athletic fun at the Back The Track 5K & Woodford Track Challenge on Friday, August 15th, 2025! This vibrant event will take place at the Woodford County High School track in Versailles, Woodford, starting at 7:30 PM. Participants can choose to race in the timed 5K run or enjoy the untimed 1-mile fun walk/run, with a virtual option also available. The 5K race will wind through the beautiful school complex and Falling Springs Bypass, making it a perfect backdrop for both seasoned runners and families alike.
The evening kicks off early at 5:30 PM with the Woodford Track Challenge, where participants can test their skills in various track and field events, followed by a delightful Stick Horse Race for children ages 10 and under at 7:00 PM. With commemorative race shirts, free race photos, and awards for the top finishers, this event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Join us as we rally to support the Woodford County Track Club and foster youth track and field programs in our community! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, have fun, and connect with
The evening kicks off early at 5:30 PM with the Woodford Track Challenge, where participants can test their skills in various track and field events, followed by a delightful Stick Horse Race for children ages 10 and under at 7:00 PM. With commemorative race shirts, free race photos, and awards for the top finishers, this event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Join us as we rally to support the Woodford County Track Club and foster youth track and field programs in our community! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, have fun, and connect with
Organiser's Description
COME BACK THE TRACK AND SUPPORT THE WOODFORD COUNTY TRACK CLUB!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15TH AT 7:30PM AT THE WOODFORD COUNTY HS TRACK
SG EQUINE VENTURES [https://www.facebook.com/SGEquineVentures] AND O'BRIEN FORD [https://www.obrienford.com/] PRESENT BACK THE TRACK! THIS 5K RACE AND 1 MILE WALK/RUN WILL START AND FINISH ON THE NEW TRACK AT WOODFORD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL. PROCEEDS WILL GO TO SUPPORT THE WOODFORD COUNTY TRACK CLUB WHICH SUPPORTS THE TRACK AND FIELD PROGRAMS THROUGH THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT WOODFORD COUNTY.
RACE FEATURES:
* Opportunity to "break in" the new high school track
* Commemorative super soft (unisex sized) race shirts (XS-3XL)
* Participants are invited to wear their best black and gold
* Everyone is invited to wear their best black and gold outfits to support Woodford County Track Club
* Free race photos
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top M/F in 5-year age divisions
* Convenient race evening packet pickup at the high school
* Paved course through the school complex and Falling Springs Bypass
* 5K run/walk (timed), 1-mile fun run/walk (untimed) and virtual option sponsored by SG Equine Ventures and O'Brien Ford.
* Woodford Track Challenge (5:30 pm to 6:30 pm) - Opportunity to test your skills and try to break a school record (read more below)
* Stick Horse Race sponsored by Grey Ridge Farm Riding Academy (7:00 pm)-For ages 10 and under (read more below)
* Food, fun, fellowship and music for a great cause!
PRICING
* 5K - $25 (June 5 - July 31), $30 (August 1 - 15)
* 1 Mile - $15 (June 5 - July 31), $20 (August 1-15)
* Virtual - $25 (June 5 - August 15)
AWARDS (5K RUN/WALK)
Top 3 M/F Finishers Overall (Trophy, Certificate & Show Ribbon)
Top M/F Age Groups (Show Ribbon)
Age Group Categories: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 75+
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3074953]
1 MILE FUN WALK/RUN MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3074941]
WOODFORD TRACK CHALLENGE EVENTS
From 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, we plan to hold a series of fun, special challenge events on the night of the race. All levels are welcome to participate and "Test Your Skills" in various track and field disciplines. The Woodford County Track Club with the help of the HS Track Team will help organize/run the events. You don't need to sign up for this in advance, but we are interested in whether you want to participate (so we can get a general head count). You'll actually sign up (and sign a waiver) on race night for the Woodford Track Challenge.
The cost to participate is $5/event or $15 for all events. Payment for the Woodford Track Challenge will be made on the night of the race (cash or credit/debit card accepted).
5:30 pm: Long Jump
6:00 pm: 100m dash
6:00 pm: Shot put Throw
6:30 pm: 400m run
STICK HORSE RACE SPONSORED BY GREY RIDGE FARM RIDING ACADEMY
At 7:00 pm, children ages 10 and under are invited to join in a Stick Horse Race before the 5k race. Each child will get their very own stick horse to race and keep. We will also have a special parents' stick horse race as well.
You don't need to sign up for this in advance, but we are interested in whether you want to participate (so we can get a general head count). You'll actually sign up (and sign a waiver) on race night for the Stick Horse Race.
The cost to participate is $5. Payment for the Woodford Track Challenge will be made on the night of the race (cash or credit/debit card accepted).
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15TH AT 7:30PM AT THE WOODFORD COUNTY HS TRACK
SG EQUINE VENTURES [https://www.facebook.com/SGEquineVentures] AND O'BRIEN FORD [https://www.obrienford.com/] PRESENT BACK THE TRACK! THIS 5K RACE AND 1 MILE WALK/RUN WILL START AND FINISH ON THE NEW TRACK AT WOODFORD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL. PROCEEDS WILL GO TO SUPPORT THE WOODFORD COUNTY TRACK CLUB WHICH SUPPORTS THE TRACK AND FIELD PROGRAMS THROUGH THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT WOODFORD COUNTY.
RACE FEATURES:
* Opportunity to "break in" the new high school track
* Commemorative super soft (unisex sized) race shirts (XS-3XL)
* Participants are invited to wear their best black and gold
* Everyone is invited to wear their best black and gold outfits to support Woodford County Track Club
* Free race photos
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top M/F in 5-year age divisions
* Convenient race evening packet pickup at the high school
* Paved course through the school complex and Falling Springs Bypass
* 5K run/walk (timed), 1-mile fun run/walk (untimed) and virtual option sponsored by SG Equine Ventures and O'Brien Ford.
* Woodford Track Challenge (5:30 pm to 6:30 pm) - Opportunity to test your skills and try to break a school record (read more below)
* Stick Horse Race sponsored by Grey Ridge Farm Riding Academy (7:00 pm)-For ages 10 and under (read more below)
* Food, fun, fellowship and music for a great cause!
PRICING
* 5K - $25 (June 5 - July 31), $30 (August 1 - 15)
* 1 Mile - $15 (June 5 - July 31), $20 (August 1-15)
* Virtual - $25 (June 5 - August 15)
AWARDS (5K RUN/WALK)
Top 3 M/F Finishers Overall (Trophy, Certificate & Show Ribbon)
Top M/F Age Groups (Show Ribbon)
Age Group Categories: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 75+
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3074953]
1 MILE FUN WALK/RUN MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3074941]
WOODFORD TRACK CHALLENGE EVENTS
From 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, we plan to hold a series of fun, special challenge events on the night of the race. All levels are welcome to participate and "Test Your Skills" in various track and field disciplines. The Woodford County Track Club with the help of the HS Track Team will help organize/run the events. You don't need to sign up for this in advance, but we are interested in whether you want to participate (so we can get a general head count). You'll actually sign up (and sign a waiver) on race night for the Woodford Track Challenge.
The cost to participate is $5/event or $15 for all events. Payment for the Woodford Track Challenge will be made on the night of the race (cash or credit/debit card accepted).
5:30 pm: Long Jump
6:00 pm: 100m dash
6:00 pm: Shot put Throw
6:30 pm: 400m run
STICK HORSE RACE SPONSORED BY GREY RIDGE FARM RIDING ACADEMY
At 7:00 pm, children ages 10 and under are invited to join in a Stick Horse Race before the 5k race. Each child will get their very own stick horse to race and keep. We will also have a special parents' stick horse race as well.
You don't need to sign up for this in advance, but we are interested in whether you want to participate (so we can get a general head count). You'll actually sign up (and sign a waiver) on race night for the Stick Horse Race.
The cost to participate is $5. Payment for the Woodford Track Challenge will be made on the night of the race (cash or credit/debit card accepted).
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Sized Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Fri 15th August 2025 (7:30PM EDT)
$33.25
A chip timed 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk on paved/track surfaces. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups. Participants earn a commemorative race shirt (while supplies last). -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Sized Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Fri 15th August 2025 (7:35PM EDT)
$23.25
An untimed 1-mile fun walk on paved/track surfaces to help support our cause. There are no awards presented for this event. Participants earn a commemorative race shirt (while supplies last). -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Sized Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
$28.25
An opportunity to participate from anywhere! If you can't join us in person, consider supporting our cause with a $25 donation to the Woodford County Track Club. You can run/walk your own "Back the Track" race from your hometown on your schedule. We'll mail you your commemorative race shirt or makes plans for local pickup.
Back The Track 5K & Woodford Track Challenge
