Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Olathe, Kansas
- Price $6.30 - $22.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 21st, 2026, in Olathe, Johnson, at the Cunningham Center on the MidAmerica Nazarene University campus. This spirited event kicks off at 9 a.m. and invites participants of all ages to run or walk in honor of Brad Yantis, contributing to his legacy through scholarships and community support.
As you lace up your running shoes, you’ll not only enjoy a fun-filled morning but also play a part in giving back to the community. Each participant will receive a timing chip, and we encourage everyone to bring along 3-5 non-perishable food items for the local Salvation Army Outpost food pantry. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful race day atmosphere! Check-in begins at 8 a.m., so arrive early to pick up your race packet, bib, and t-shirt. Follow the Coach Yantis 5K on social media for the latest updates and join us in making this event a memorable one!
As you lace up your running shoes, you’ll not only enjoy a fun-filled morning but also play a part in giving back to the community. Each participant will receive a timing chip, and we encourage everyone to bring along 3-5 non-perishable food items for the local Salvation Army Outpost food pantry. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful race day atmosphere! Check-in begins at 8 a.m., so arrive early to pick up your race packet, bib, and t-shirt. Follow the Coach Yantis 5K on social media for the latest updates and join us in making this event a memorable one!
Organiser's Description
The Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot [https://www.coachyantis5k.com/]is held the Saturday morning before Thanksgiving in memoriam of Brad Yantis by contributing to his MNU [https://www.mnu.edu/] endowment scholarship, The American Cancer Society-Hope Lodge KC [https://raiseyourway.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.page&id=1019] and the Olathe Public Schools grants via a local community partner.
Who: All are welcome to join in on the 5K Turkey Trot. Timing chips will be given to all participants.
When: Saturday, November 21st, 2026 @ 9 a.m.
Where: Cunningham Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University [https://www.google.com/search?q=cunningham+center+mnu&oq=cunn&aqs=chrome.0.35i39i355i650j46i39i175i199i650j69i57j0i433i512j0i131i433i512j46i131i340i433i650l2j46i20i175i199i263i512j46i175i199i512j0i433i512.1449j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8]
Check-in, race packet, bib, timing chip and t-shirt pick-up will start at 8 a.m. on race day inside the foyer of Cunningham Center on the campus of MNU. An informational email will be sent to participants two weeks prior to the race with all specific updated details.
Participants are encouraged to bring 3-5 non-perishable food drive items to collect for the local Salvation Army Outpost [https://www.facebook.com/salvationarmyolathe/] food pantry. Please bring items with you the morning of the race and drop them off at the donations table.
Follow along at the Coach Yantis 5K Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Yantis-5K/61581112921504/] or the Coach Yantis 5K Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/CoachYantis5K/] account for the latest updates!
The Yantis family started a scholarship endowment in 2020 for future athletes at Brad's alma mater; MidAmerica Nazarene University [https://www.mnu.edu/following-his-lead-family-establishes-endowment-honoring-influential-husband-father-coach/]. The scholarship has been given to a current MNU student for the last three years. In 2023, the generosity continued as a percentage of the race funds will go towards the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge KC. [https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge/kansas-city.html]
Who: All are welcome to join in on the 5K Turkey Trot. Timing chips will be given to all participants.
When: Saturday, November 21st, 2026 @ 9 a.m.
Where: Cunningham Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University [https://www.google.com/search?q=cunningham+center+mnu&oq=cunn&aqs=chrome.0.35i39i355i650j46i39i175i199i650j69i57j0i433i512j0i131i433i512j46i131i340i433i650l2j46i20i175i199i263i512j46i175i199i512j0i433i512.1449j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8]
Check-in, race packet, bib, timing chip and t-shirt pick-up will start at 8 a.m. on race day inside the foyer of Cunningham Center on the campus of MNU. An informational email will be sent to participants two weeks prior to the race with all specific updated details.
Participants are encouraged to bring 3-5 non-perishable food drive items to collect for the local Salvation Army Outpost [https://www.facebook.com/salvationarmyolathe/] food pantry. Please bring items with you the morning of the race and drop them off at the donations table.
Follow along at the Coach Yantis 5K Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Yantis-5K/61581112921504/] or the Coach Yantis 5K Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/CoachYantis5K/] account for the latest updates!
The Yantis family started a scholarship endowment in 2020 for future athletes at Brad's alma mater; MidAmerica Nazarene University [https://www.mnu.edu/following-his-lead-family-establishes-endowment-honoring-influential-husband-father-coach/]. The scholarship has been given to a current MNU student for the last three years. In 2023, the generosity continued as a percentage of the race funds will go towards the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge KC. [https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge/kansas-city.html]
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