Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 23rd November 2024
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Olathe, Kansas
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024, at the Cunningham Center in Olathe, Johnson! This annual event kicks off the Thanksgiving festivities with a heartwarming purpose, honoring the memory of Brad Yantis while supporting worthy causes like the MNU endowment scholarship, the American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge KC, and grants for Olathe Public Schools.
The Turkey Trot welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a scenic 5K run, complete with timing chips for accurate race results. Registration and check-in begin at 8 a.m., followed by the race starting at 9 a.m. As an added bonus, participants are encouraged to bring 3-5 non-perishable food items to support the local Salvation Army Outpost food pantry. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event that combines fitness, community spirit, and charitable giving! Follow the Coach Yantis 5K on social media for updates and join us in making a difference this Thanksgiving!
The Turkey Trot welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a scenic 5K run, complete with timing chips for accurate race results. Registration and check-in begin at 8 a.m., followed by the race starting at 9 a.m. As an added bonus, participants are encouraged to bring 3-5 non-perishable food items to support the local Salvation Army Outpost food pantry. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event that combines fitness, community spirit, and charitable giving! Follow the Coach Yantis 5K on social media for updates and join us in making a difference this Thanksgiving!
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 23rd, 2024 @ 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 group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/503868350905990] or the Coach Yantis 5K Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachyantisturkeytrot/?hl=en] 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 23rd, 2024 @ 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 group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/503868350905990] or the Coach Yantis 5K Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachyantisturkeytrot/?hl=en] 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]
Races
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Coach Yantis 5K Run & Walk With T-Shirt
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd November 2024 (9:00AM CST)
$32.80
CLOSED -
Coach Yantis 5K Run & Walk With No T-Shirt
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 23rd November 2024 (9:00AM CST)
$22.20
CLOSEDAny individuals who wish not to order a t-shirt or those that sign up after November 10th will need to register using this form. -
Tot Trot for Ages 1-8
Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd November 2024 (9:00AM CST)
$6.30
CLOSED -
Virtual Coach Yantis 5K Run & Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
$22.20
CLOSED
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