Colby Smith 4 Mile Classic In Person and Virtual Run

Saturday, August 26, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM CDT

Freeport, Illinois

$30.00–$35.00 · 3 races

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Colby Smith 4 Mile Classic, taking place on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in Freeport, Stephenson! This exciting event features a certified 4-mile race that kicks off at St. Thomas Church at 8:00 AM and winds its way to the Aquin Schools football field. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually, you’ll be part of a fantastic community event that honors the memory of Colby J. Smith while supporting a great cause.

Participants can register for the in-person race on the morning of August 26, with packet pickup available from 7:00 to 7:45 AM. As you race, you’ll have the chance to compete for trophies awarded to the top male and female finishers, and medals for the top three in each age group. Plus, every runner will receive a stylish long sleeve tech t-shirt! Proceeds from the event benefit the Colby Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund, which has helped students attend Aquin Catholic Schools, awarding over $158,000 since 2010. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit while making a difference in the lives of local students!

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Races

In Person Run

Includes Long Sleeve Tech T-Shirt

Under age 18 is $15. Price will update when you register.

9:00 AM CDT

$35.00

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Virtual Run
Virtual

Includes Long Sleeve Tech T-Shirt

Complete your 4 mile run ANYWHERE, ANY TIME!

9:00 AM CDT

$35.00

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Donation with Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Includes Long Sleeve Tech T-Shirt

Use this option if you would like to make a donation. You will have the option to choose your donation amount during this registration process. All donations above $30 will receive a Long Sleeve Tech Race T-shirt. Thank you for your support!

9:00 AM CDT

$30.00

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Organiser's description

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH FROM 7:00-7:45AM AT ST. THOMAS CHURCH. PACKET PICKUP IS ALSO SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH FROM 7:00-7:45AM AT ST. THOMAS CHURCH. THE RACE WILL BEGIN AT 8:00AM.

Join us for a 4-mile, course-certified Rockford Road Runners circuit race. This unique course begins at St. Thomas Church (1400 Kiwanis Dr, Freeport, IL) and ends on the Aquin Schools football field (across from 902 E Empire St, Freeport, IL). Transportation is available at the finish line back to St. Thomas Church.

Every year, we honor the memory of Colby J. Smith with the Colby Smith Memorial 4-Mile Classic and Colby Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Trophies are awarded to the top overall male and female winners and medals are given to the top three male and female runners in all age groups. All participants will receive a long sleeve tech t-shirt.

Proceeds from the race benefit the Colby Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund which provides scholarships for students to attend Aquin Catholic Schools. To make a contribution to the scholarship fund, which has awarded over $158,000 to students since 2010, please use the "Donate" button above.

It has been a wonderful tribute to Colby's memory and the support from all of you has been incredible!