Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K
- Date Sat 19th October 2024
- Location Pittsburg, Kansas
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 47th Annual Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in the vibrant city of Pittsburg, Crawford! This exciting event kicks off bright and early at 7:00 AM, right in front of the Weede Gymnasium on the beautiful campus of Pittsburg State University. Runners of all ages are invited to participate in this chip-timed race, which not only promises a fun and energetic atmosphere but also supports a wonderful cause: providing scholarships to local high school students heading to Pittsburg State University and those entering PSU Army ROTC.
Don't forget to register online by October 1st to ensure you receive a commemorative shirt! With age group awards up for grabs, including categories for both males and females from under 14 to 60 and up, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate fitness in the community. Be sure to join us for this fantastic event, where post-race snacks and hydration await you at the finish line. Don't miss out on the chance to make memories and support a great cause while kicking off PSU's Homecoming festivities!
Don't forget to register online by October 1st to ensure you receive a commemorative shirt! With age group awards up for grabs, including categories for both males and females from under 14 to 60 and up, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate fitness in the community. Be sure to join us for this fantastic event, where post-race snacks and hydration await you at the finish line. Don't miss out on the chance to make memories and support a great cause while kicking off PSU's Homecoming festivities!
Organiser's Description
EARLY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Welcome to the 47th Annual "Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K! The race starts and finishes on the campus of Pittsburg State University in front of Weede Gymnasium. The race will be chip timed by Runaround Racing. There will be water and light snacks at the finish line.
All proceeds from the Gorilla Grind 5K provides scholarships to local high school students entering Pittsburg State University. A scholarship also is awarded to a student entering PSU Army ROTC. Pittsburg Noon Rotary works hard to put on an exceptional event!
Runners MUST register online by Oct 1st to receive a shirt. Packets not picked up on race day will NOT be mailed. The weather at 7am in late October can be chilly so come prepared! Packet pickup will start at 6:00am in the entryway of Weede Gymnasium before the race starts. At 6:50 the race director will give some last minute instructions and The Gorilla Grind 5K will start promptly at 7:00am and help kick off PSU's Homecoming activities!
Age group awards will be given for the following categories:
* Overall Male 1,2,3rd
* Overall Female 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Male 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Female 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Male 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Female 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Female 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Female 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Female 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Female 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Male - 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Female 1,2,3rd
We encourage all registrants to post pictures on our Facebook page @GorillaGrind5K.
Thank you to all our registrants and sponsors for making our event a great success!
Welcome to the 47th Annual "Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K! The race starts and finishes on the campus of Pittsburg State University in front of Weede Gymnasium. The race will be chip timed by Runaround Racing. There will be water and light snacks at the finish line.
All proceeds from the Gorilla Grind 5K provides scholarships to local high school students entering Pittsburg State University. A scholarship also is awarded to a student entering PSU Army ROTC. Pittsburg Noon Rotary works hard to put on an exceptional event!
Runners MUST register online by Oct 1st to receive a shirt. Packets not picked up on race day will NOT be mailed. The weather at 7am in late October can be chilly so come prepared! Packet pickup will start at 6:00am in the entryway of Weede Gymnasium before the race starts. At 6:50 the race director will give some last minute instructions and The Gorilla Grind 5K will start promptly at 7:00am and help kick off PSU's Homecoming activities!
Age group awards will be given for the following categories:
* Overall Male 1,2,3rd
* Overall Female 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Male 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Female 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Male 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Female 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Female 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Female 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Female 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Female 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Male - 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Female 1,2,3rd
We encourage all registrants to post pictures on our Facebook page @GorillaGrind5K.
Thank you to all our registrants and sponsors for making our event a great success!
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