Jordan's Run Veterans' Memorial 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sun 27th July 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Sag Harbor, New York
  • Price $33.74 - $44.32
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us on Sunday, July 27, 2025, for the Jordan's Run Veterans' Memorial 5K Run/Walk in the charming village of Sag Harbor, Suffolk. This uplifting event celebrates the bravery and sacrifice of Lance Corporal Jordan C. Haerter, a local hero who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Participants will have the opportunity to honor Jordan and his fellow service members while enjoying a scenic 5K course that crosses the newly named Lance Corporal Jordan Haerter Veterans Memorial Bridge.

This run/walk is not just a race; it's a heartfelt tribute to a young Marine who saved countless lives with extraordinary heroism. By joining us, you'll be part of a meaningful occasion that brings the community together to remember and celebrate our veterans. Don't forget to register by July 4th to ensure you receive a tech shirt in your size! Come be a part of this inspiring event and support the Suffolk County Veterans Run Series!

Organiser's Description

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF JORDANS RUN!

WE ARE PROUD TO BE PART OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY VETERANS RUN SERIES

JORDAN HAERTER GREW UP IN THE SMALL VILLAGE OF SAG HARBOR, NY, AND GRADUATED FROM PIERSON HIGH SCHOOL IN 2006. HE WENT TO PARRIS ISLAND FOR THE 12-WEEK BOOT CAMP AS A RECRUIT IN SEPTEMBER 2006 AND BECAME A PROUD UNITED STATES MARINE ON DEC 1ST, 2006. HE WAS ASSIGNED IN FLEET WITH 1ST BATTALION, 9TH MARINES, AND DEPLOYED TO RAMADI, IRAQ IN MARCH OF 2008. LCPL JORDAN C. HAERTER, ALONGSIDE CPL. JONATHAN T. YALE WERE GUARDING THE CHECKPOINT AND NASSER JOINT SECURITY STATION. THEY STOPPED AN EXPLOSIVE-LADEN SUICIDE TANK TRUCK FROM ENTERING THE COMPOUND WITH PRECISION FIRING, THE EXPLOSION TAKING THEIR LIVES, BUT SAVING THE LIVES OF 33 MARINES, IRAQI POLICEMEN, AND COUNTLESS IRAQI CIVILIANS.

JORDAN WAS KILLED IN ACTION ON 22 APRIL 2008, JUST 19 YEARS OLD. HE WAS SAG HARBORS FIRST BATTLEFIELD LOSS SINCE WORLD WAR LL. THE 2 MARINES POSTHUMOUSLY EARNED THE NAVY CROSS FOR EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM, OUR NATION'S SECOND-HIGHEST AWARD FOR VALOR IN COMBAT.

THE BRIDGE THAT JORDANS RUN CROSSES WAS RENAMED IN HIS HONOR LANCE CPL. JORDAN HAERTER VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT JORDAN, VISIT OUR WEBSITE, WWW.INJORDANSHONOR.COM [http://www.injordanshonor.com]

REGISTER BY JULY 4TH, TO GUARANTEE A TECH SHIRT IN YOUR SIZE!

Races

  • Jordan's Run Veterans' Memorial 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.74 Fee & Tech Shirt

    Sun 27th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $33.74

    OPENS SOON
    Parking is available at Sag Harbor Elementary School on Rte. 114 (Hampton Road), side streets near the high school, and Mashashumuet Park about a 1/2-mile walk. Please be courteous to our neighbors and do not block any driveways.
  • Jordan's Run Veteran's Memorial 5K Run/Walk VIRTUAL

    Incl. $4.32 Fee & T-Shirt

    $44.32

    OPENS SOON
    Post your race details online, and share a photo! on our Facebook page! Thanks for joining us from afar!

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Location

200 Jermain Ave, Pierson Middle /High School, Sag Harbor, 11963, NY, United States

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