Nolan Davidson Champions Run
Saturday, December 5, 2026
8:30 AM CST
Kansas City, Kansas
$29.75–$41.41 · 4 races
5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the 3rd annual Nolan Davidson Champion's Run on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, in Kansas City, Wyandotte! This inspiring event celebrates the life and legacy of Nolan Davidson, whose name means "champion." Tragically lost in a drunk driving accident, Nolan's passion for sports and his compassionate spirit continue to resonate within the community.
This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ability levels with exciting race distances including a 5K, 10K, and a 1.10-mile run. The race will start and finish at Sporting Park, looping around the scenic Kansas Speedway. Bring your family, friends, and teammates to honor Nolan's memory while supporting important local initiatives. Proceeds from the run have previously funded scholarships for youth athletes, church group activities, and provided toys for hospitalized children, making a tangible difference in the lives of many. Each registered participant will receive a complimentary Nolan Davidson Champion's Run t-shirt, and finishers will be awarded a custom race medal. Don't miss this chance to celebrate community, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition!
This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ability levels with exciting race distances including a 5K, 10K, and a 1.10-mile run. The race will start and finish at Sporting Park, looping around the scenic Kansas Speedway. Bring your family, friends, and teammates to honor Nolan's memory while supporting important local initiatives. Proceeds from the run have previously funded scholarships for youth athletes, church group activities, and provided toys for hospitalized children, making a tangible difference in the lives of many. Each registered participant will receive a complimentary Nolan Davidson Champion's Run t-shirt, and finishers will be awarded a custom race medal. Don't miss this chance to celebrate community, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition!
Races
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Virtual Champions Run 5k
VirtualIncl. $5.23 Fee & T-Shirt
We know that our Nolan community stretches outside of KC, so we'd love for you to join us from where ever you are on December 5th and #RUNFORNOLAN. After the completion of the race we will send you a Champions Run t-shirt and medal. If you'd like, you can submit your race results to [email protected].
Register8:30 AM CST
$38.23
Organiser's description
The name NOLAN means "champion" and the 3rd annual Nolan Davidson Champion's Run was established to celebrate Nolan Davidson and the spirit of competition and determination in which he lived his life. On December 7th 2023, Nolan tragically passed away from injuries sustained from a drunk driving accident. Nolan's love for sports and compassion for others left a lasting impact on his school community and the Kansas City youth soccer community.
With the race proceeds from the last two years, the Nolan Davidson Foundation has been able to donate $60,000 to KC Fusion Soccer Club for youth scholarships, fully fund the Foundry Churchs Club 45 youth group nights for fourth and fifth graders, donate over 2,000 toys to Childrens Mercy Hospital, and provide four KC metro high school cross country runners each a $1,000 scholarship.
This family friendly event will offer an opportunity for all ability levels with a 5k, 10k, and 1.10 mile run. Bring your family, friends, and teammates out to join us in celebrating Nolan Davidson. Runners, walkers and stroller riders are all welcome! The race will start and finish at Sporting Park and loop around the Kansas Speedway. Your support will have a direct and positive impact by supporting the next generation of athletes, accessibility to church activities for youth, and gifts for hospitalized children.
All registered participants will receive a complimentary Nolan Davidson Champion's Run t-shirts and all finishers will receive a custom race medal.
With the race proceeds from the last two years, the Nolan Davidson Foundation has been able to donate $60,000 to KC Fusion Soccer Club for youth scholarships, fully fund the Foundry Churchs Club 45 youth group nights for fourth and fifth graders, donate over 2,000 toys to Childrens Mercy Hospital, and provide four KC metro high school cross country runners each a $1,000 scholarship.
This family friendly event will offer an opportunity for all ability levels with a 5k, 10k, and 1.10 mile run. Bring your family, friends, and teammates out to join us in celebrating Nolan Davidson. Runners, walkers and stroller riders are all welcome! The race will start and finish at Sporting Park and loop around the Kansas Speedway. Your support will have a direct and positive impact by supporting the next generation of athletes, accessibility to church activities for youth, and gifts for hospitalized children.
All registered participants will receive a complimentary Nolan Davidson Champion's Run t-shirts and all finishers will receive a custom race medal.
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Location
Children's Mercy Park, 1 Sporting Way, Kansas City, 66111, KS, United States
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