Living the Dream 5K Race
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Mooresville, North Carolina
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Second Annual Living the Dream 5K Race on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the vibrant community of Mooresville, Iredell. This inspiring event will take place at the Talbert Business Development Area, Lake Norman, starting with race check-in and entry at 7:15 AM. Join us as we honor the remarkable legacy of Coach Ben Watson, a beloved wrestling coach and mentor who dedicated over 30 years to shaping the lives of students through his work with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA).
The Living the Dream 5K is not just a race; it's a heartfelt celebration of Coach Watson's impact and a rallying point to support FCA's vital ministry efforts in our local schools and sports communities. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or simply looking to walk for a great cause, we invite everyone to participate and help make a difference. All proceeds from the race will go towards expanding FCA's reach in the Lake Norman area, ensuring that Coach Watson's legacy continues to inspire future generations. Join us to run with purpose, live the dream, and honor a true champion!
The Living the Dream 5K is not just a race; it's a heartfelt celebration of Coach Watson's impact and a rallying point to support FCA's vital ministry efforts in our local schools and sports communities. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or simply looking to walk for a great cause, we invite everyone to participate and help make a difference. All proceeds from the race will go towards expanding FCA's reach in the Lake Norman area, ensuring that Coach Watson's legacy continues to inspire future generations. Join us to run with purpose, live the dream, and honor a true champion!
Organiser's Description
LIVING THE DREAM 5K RACE
Date: August 1st, 2025
Race Check-In & Entry Begins: 7:15 AM
Location: Talbert Business Development Area, Lake Norman, NC
Join us for the Second Annual Living the Dream 5K Race, a powerful community event honoring the life and legacy of Coach Ben Watson a beloved national and state hall of fame wrestling coach, mentor, and passionate servant leader. Coach Watson made a lifelong impact through his involvement with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) as a student, collegiate leader, and teacher advisor for over 30 years. He impacted hundreds of students as a teacher, wrestling coach, and FCA advisor.
This race is more than a run it's a celebration of Coach Watsons legacy and a rally to support the ongoing work of FCA in our local schools and sports communities. All proceeds will go toward expanding FCAs ministry efforts in the Lake Norman area, including raising up new staff to meet the growing needs of our region.
Whether you're a competitive runner, casual jogger, or want to walk in support of the cause, we invite you to be part of something that makes an eternal impact.
Run with purpose. Live the dream. Honor the legacy.
Date: August 1st, 2025
Race Check-In & Entry Begins: 7:15 AM
Location: Talbert Business Development Area, Lake Norman, NC
Join us for the Second Annual Living the Dream 5K Race, a powerful community event honoring the life and legacy of Coach Ben Watson a beloved national and state hall of fame wrestling coach, mentor, and passionate servant leader. Coach Watson made a lifelong impact through his involvement with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) as a student, collegiate leader, and teacher advisor for over 30 years. He impacted hundreds of students as a teacher, wrestling coach, and FCA advisor.
This race is more than a run it's a celebration of Coach Watsons legacy and a rally to support the ongoing work of FCA in our local schools and sports communities. All proceeds will go toward expanding FCAs ministry efforts in the Lake Norman area, including raising up new staff to meet the growing needs of our region.
Whether you're a competitive runner, casual jogger, or want to walk in support of the cause, we invite you to be part of something that makes an eternal impact.
Run with purpose. Live the dream. Honor the legacy.
Races
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Living the Dream 5K Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 20 APR
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