Michael Chippi Cawley Memorial Race

  • Date Sat 12th July 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Peckville, Pennsylvania
  • Price $22.20 - $27.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the Michael Chippi Cawley Memorial Race on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the Blakely Borough Recreational Complex in Peckville, Lackawanna! This inspirational event honors the vibrant life of Michael "Chip" Cawley, who exemplified passion, kindness, and perseverance. Participants can choose between a 5K run and a 2-mile walk, making it a perfect day for both seasoned athletes and families looking to support a great cause. Registration fees are $25 for runners and $20 for walkers, with a guaranteed unisex t-shirt for the first 400 pre-registered participants.

The event kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pick-up available from 7:30 to 8:45 AM on race day, as well as on Friday, July 11, at the Scranton Running Company. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various age categories, plus the top overall walker. Enjoy a day filled with camaraderie, refreshments, and exciting raffles while raising funds to support Camp Freedom, wrestling scholarships, and Adopt A Boxer Rescue. Together, let’s celebrate Michael’s legacy and create positive change in the community!

Organiser's Description

Michael aka "Chip" Cawley lived a life full of passion and perseverance. Whether it was fishing at every river and lake he came across, snowboarding with his buds, going on hikes, riding on his quad, or golfing with his poppy, he lived true to himself. Curious about the world, Michael strived to learn about various interests. He was a graduate of Valley View High School and Marywood University with a Bachelor's of Science in Biology. While at Valley View, he was a member of the wrestling and soccer teams. He was also trained by Greg Mancuso as a kickboxer at Northeast Karate. He _never _limited himself and _always _accomplished his dreams. Some of his many including excelling at his new job and buying a house. He saw people for who they were and treated everyone with kindness and humility. He loved all animals especially his boxer doggos. He was a caring son and enjoyed spending time with his parents Stacey & Brett. After recently being diagnosed with epilepsy, Michael passed away unexpectedly at work from a grand mal seizure on February 23, 2023.



Michael's unconditional love transcends this universe. His legacy will live on through us & with us. We are raising funds to make a difference in the lives of people living with epilepsy. All donations will support the following beneficiaries; Camp Freedom, Valley View wrestling scholarships and supporting the Valley View Booster Club, and the Adopt A Boxer Rescue.



Camp Freedom provides outdoor adventures for disabled Veterans and First Responders, their family members, and Gold Star families including quality hunting, shooting sports, fishing, hiking, biking, and other year-round outdoor activities.



Thank you for your love and support,

The Cawley Family



FACEBOOK LINK: www.facebook.com/michaelchippicawleymemorialrace [http://www.facebook.com/michaelchippicawleymemorialrace]



WHAT: 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk

WHEN: Saturday, July 12th at 9:00 AM

WHERE: Blakely Borough Recreational Complex, 303 Riverside Dr., Peckville, PA 18452

REGISTRATION FEES: $20 for walkers, $25 for runners, $30 for day of registrants

T-SHIRTS: Unisex t-shirts guaranteed for the first 400 pre-registered participants

DAY OF REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP: 7:30 - 8:45 AM

PACKET PICK UP: There will be a packet pick up for all pre-registered participants on Friday, July 11th from 2 to 6:30 PM at the Scranton Running Company, 3 West Olive St., Scranton, PA 18508.

AWARDS: The top overall male and female with receive awards as well as the top two males and females in the below age groups:

0-19

20-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70+

The top overall walker will also receive an award.

There will also be raffles and prizes and free refreshments.

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sat 12th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

  • 2 Mile Walk

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sat 12th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $22.20

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303 Riverside Dr, Peckville, 18452, PA, United States

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