EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck
- Date Thu 6th August 2026 - Mon 31st August 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
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Event summary
Join us for the EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck, taking place from August 6th to August 31st, 2026, in beautiful Virginia Beach, Virginia. This heartfelt event honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, specifically commemorating the tragic loss of 31 U.S. service members on August 6th, 2011, during a military operation.
Participants are invited to walk, run, or ruck in solidarity, with the main race distance being a 3.1-mile course that symbolizes strength, resilience, and community. Since its inception, this memorial event has grown into a global movement, bringing together thousands of individuals to celebrate the lives of America's fallen heroes and support the families left behind. Don’t miss the opportunity to come together, show your gratitude, and make a difference while honoring those who served. Mark your calendars and be part of this inspiring tribute!
Participants are invited to walk, run, or ruck in solidarity, with the main race distance being a 3.1-mile course that symbolizes strength, resilience, and community. Since its inception, this memorial event has grown into a global movement, bringing together thousands of individuals to celebrate the lives of America's fallen heroes and support the families left behind. Don’t miss the opportunity to come together, show your gratitude, and make a difference while honoring those who served. Mark your calendars and be part of this inspiring tribute!
Organiser's Description
On August 6th 2011, a United States CH-47 Chinook military helicopter operating with the call sign EXTORTION 17 was shot down, marking the most devastating day in Naval Special Warfare history and the single largest loss of life for U.S. forces since the war in Afghanistan began in October 2001. The US military lost 31 warriors that day.
Joggin for Frogmen was created to honor these heroes and all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. What began as a single 3.1 mile race in San Diego has expanded to a worldwide event hosting thousands of participants with a mission to to activate communities from around the world to honor the sacrifices of our service members and veterans, and to support the families of our fallen heroes. These races bring communities together to celebrate the lives of Americas fallen and to express our deep gratitude to those still serving.
Join us the week of August 6 and walk, run or ruck to remember.
Joggin for Frogmen was created to honor these heroes and all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. What began as a single 3.1 mile race in San Diego has expanded to a worldwide event hosting thousands of participants with a mission to to activate communities from around the world to honor the sacrifices of our service members and veterans, and to support the families of our fallen heroes. These races bring communities together to celebrate the lives of Americas fallen and to express our deep gratitude to those still serving.
Join us the week of August 6 and walk, run or ruck to remember.
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