Race for the Grasshopper 5K
- Date Sat 8th February 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Gaffney, South Carolina
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Race for the Grasshopper 5K! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, in the historic town of Gaffney, Cherokee. Participants will enjoy a scenic single loop course along the paved roads of the Cowpens Battlefield, where history and health collide.
Originally inspired by a thrilling moment from the Battle of Cowpens in 1781, this year's race promises to be a fantastic experience for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. With a cap of 200 entries, be sure to pick up your bib numbers and shirts either on the morning of the race or during the early packet pickup on Friday, February 7th, from 5 to 7 PM at Gotta Run Spartanburg. The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, and with awards for the top finishers in various categories, it's a great opportunity to showcase your skills. Don't miss out on this unique blend of history and community spirit at the Race for the Grasshopper 5K!
Originally inspired by a thrilling moment from the Battle of Cowpens in 1781, this year's race promises to be a fantastic experience for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. With a cap of 200 entries, be sure to pick up your bib numbers and shirts either on the morning of the race or during the early packet pickup on Friday, February 7th, from 5 to 7 PM at Gotta Run Spartanburg. The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, and with awards for the top finishers in various categories, it's a great opportunity to showcase your skills. Don't miss out on this unique blend of history and community spirit at the Race for the Grasshopper 5K!
Organiser's Description
At the close of the Battle of Cowpens in 1781, two American officersconfident in victoryraced for the ultimate prize, a British three-pounder cannon, called the Grasshopper.
Race has been reschedule to Feb 8th, due to weather.
Race Entry is closed- limited to 200 entries this year
Bib numbers and shirts can be picked up morning of the race or Friday Jan 10th from 5-7pm at Gotta Run Spartanburg.
RACE WILL START AT 8:30AM ON FEB 8TH
NO RACE DAY SIGN UP
WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS- WEATHER CAN BE AN ISSUE IN JANUARY SOME YEARS WE HAVE TO RESCHEDULE FOR SAFETY.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP- FRIDAY FEB 7TH 5PM-7PM AT GOTTA RUN SPARTANBURG
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP- SATURDAY JAN 11TH 7:00AM- 8:15AM AT COWPENS BATTLEFIELD OFFICE PARKING LOT
Course Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7dpNfwvAIM
The course is a single loop course on the paved road at Cowpens Battlefield.
Awards
Top 3 Overall: open, masters, grandmasters
Age group awards:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over
Race has been reschedule to Feb 8th, due to weather.
Race Entry is closed- limited to 200 entries this year
Bib numbers and shirts can be picked up morning of the race or Friday Jan 10th from 5-7pm at Gotta Run Spartanburg.
RACE WILL START AT 8:30AM ON FEB 8TH
NO RACE DAY SIGN UP
WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS- WEATHER CAN BE AN ISSUE IN JANUARY SOME YEARS WE HAVE TO RESCHEDULE FOR SAFETY.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP- FRIDAY FEB 7TH 5PM-7PM AT GOTTA RUN SPARTANBURG
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP- SATURDAY JAN 11TH 7:00AM- 8:15AM AT COWPENS BATTLEFIELD OFFICE PARKING LOT
Course Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7dpNfwvAIM
The course is a single loop course on the paved road at Cowpens Battlefield.
Awards
Top 3 Overall: open, masters, grandmasters
Age group awards:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over
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