Leah's Legacy
- Date Sun 13th September 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Charleston, West Virginia
- Price $23.95 - $34.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 4th Annual Leah's Legacy 5K Run, 2 Mile Walk, and Kids Fun Run on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in beautiful Charleston, Kanawha! Kicking off at 5:00 PM from the Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza), this inspiring event honors the memory of Leah Strickland, a passionate athlete who left a lasting impact on her community. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition as they race along a scenic route before returning to the starting point.
Last year, over 500 runners and walkers took part, and we anticipate an even larger turnout this year! This family-friendly event features multiple race award categories, including top overall male and female, age group winners, and awards for the fastest adult teams. Leah’s spirit of teamwork and dedication lives on through the Memorial Scholarship Fund established by her family, which supports senior athletes who embody her values. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to celebrate athleticism and community while honoring Leah's legacy!
Last year, over 500 runners and walkers took part, and we anticipate an even larger turnout this year! This family-friendly event features multiple race award categories, including top overall male and female, age group winners, and awards for the fastest adult teams. Leah’s spirit of teamwork and dedication lives on through the Memorial Scholarship Fund established by her family, which supports senior athletes who embody her values. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to celebrate athleticism and community while honoring Leah's legacy!
Organiser's Description
The Strickland Family is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Leahs Legacy 5K Run/2 Mile Walk/Kids Fun Run on Sunday, Sept 13, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Last year we had over 500 participants and look forward to a bigger/better Celebration in 2026!
The event will start at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza), proceed towards the boulevard, and end back at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza). Leah Strickland was active in multiple sports and very competitive with a team first, ALL IN attitude. She encouraged her teammates and put the best interests of her team and teammates before her own. On August 31, 2022, a few weeks into her freshman season she lost her life in a car accident while coming home from a soccer game. The Strickland Family chose to honor Leahs memory, character, and love of athletics by establishing a Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund provides scholarships for Senior Athletes who embody those same characteristics.
Race Award Categories:
* Top 3 Overall Male & Female
* Top Masters Male & Female (40+)
* Age Groups (Top Male & Female runners) 8 & under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89
* Top 3 Fastest Adult Teams (Minimum of 5 members-must be co-ed)
The event will start at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza), proceed towards the boulevard, and end back at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza). Leah Strickland was active in multiple sports and very competitive with a team first, ALL IN attitude. She encouraged her teammates and put the best interests of her team and teammates before her own. On August 31, 2022, a few weeks into her freshman season she lost her life in a car accident while coming home from a soccer game. The Strickland Family chose to honor Leahs memory, character, and love of athletics by establishing a Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund provides scholarships for Senior Athletes who embody those same characteristics.
Race Award Categories:
* Top 3 Overall Male & Female
* Top Masters Male & Female (40+)
* Age Groups (Top Male & Female runners) 8 & under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89
* Top 3 Fastest Adult Teams (Minimum of 5 members-must be co-ed)
Races
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In PERSON 5K Run (TIMED)
Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$34.50
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In PERSON 2 Mile Walk (NOT TIMED)
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (5:05PM EDT)
$28.95
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In PERSON Fun Run for Kids
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$23.95
Kids to run through Slack Plaza and Brawley Walkway and back after the run/walk finishes. 10 and under please. -
VIRTUAL 5K Run
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$23.95
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VIRTUAL 2 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$23.95
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