Sam's Run
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Shreveport, Louisiana
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for an inspiring day at Sam's Run on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in beautiful Shreveport, Caddo! This uplifting event, held on the campus of LSUS behind the HPE building, is organized by the Look In The Mirror Foundation, dedicated to making a positive impact on teenagers and young adults through the legacy of Samuel Walker Lees. The race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., and participants can choose from various distances tailored to all skill levels.
Early registration is just $20 until May 1, with prices increasing as the event approaches, so don’t wait to secure your spot! All pre-registered participants will receive a special Sam's Run T-shirt, ensuring you look great while supporting a meaningful cause. After the race, celebrate with fellow runners at the post-party featuring refreshments, music, food, and awards for the top finishers in each age group. Whether you're running, walking, or participating as a Phantom Runner, your support makes a difference! Mark your calendars for this exciting event that blends fitness with community spirit!
Early registration is just $20 until May 1, with prices increasing as the event approaches, so don’t wait to secure your spot! All pre-registered participants will receive a special Sam's Run T-shirt, ensuring you look great while supporting a meaningful cause. After the race, celebrate with fellow runners at the post-party featuring refreshments, music, food, and awards for the top finishers in each age group. Whether you're running, walking, or participating as a Phantom Runner, your support makes a difference! Mark your calendars for this exciting event that blends fitness with community spirit!
Organiser's Description
SAMS RUN 2026
_LOOK IN THE MIRROR FOUNDATION_
*LOOK IN THE MIRROR FOUNDATION IS A 501-C3 (NON-PROFIT). IT WAS FORMED IN THE MEMORY OF
SAMUEL WALKER LEES. THE MISSION OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO DISCUSS SAMS JOURNEY WITH TEENAGERS & YOUNG ADULTS AND HELP THEM MAKE BETTER CHOICES DOWN THEIR PATHWAY IN LIFE.
STARTING DATE/ TIME: JUNE 6TH, 8:00 A.M. ON THE CAMPUS OF LSUS BEHIND THE HPE BUILDING.
EARLY REGISTRATION:
EARLY REGISTRATION IS $20.00 THRU MAY 1ST
$25.00 MAY 2ND JUNE 5TH
$30.00 RACE DAY.
ALL PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A SAMS RUN T-SHIRT. *** ADULT RACE SHIRTS ARE GENDER SPECIFIC. YOUTH SIZES ARE UNISEX SIZES.
REGISTER EARLY!! RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED TO REGISTRATIONS AFTER MAY 27TH.
PACKET PICK-UP: YOU CAN PICK UP YOUR PACKET EARLY AT SPORTSPECTRUM, 6970 FERN AVENUE, SHREVEPORT
THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH FROM 10:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.,
FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH FROM 10 A.M.-5:30 P.M.,
RACE DAY AT THE RACE SITE STARTING AT 7 A.M.
SPECIAL THANK YOU: SPORTSPECTRUM & LSUS
POST PARTY: JOIN US AFTER THE RACE FOR REFRESHMENTS, MUSIC, FOOD AND AWARDS.
AWARDS: OVERALL MALE & FEMALE WILL EACH RECEIVE A $200 GIFT CARD TO SPORTSPECTRUM, 2ND PLACE OVERALL MALE & FEMALE WINNERS RECEIVE A $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO SPORTSPECTRUM. 1ST & 2ND PLACE MALE & FEMALE WINNERS IN EACH AGE GROUP WINNER WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY.
AGE GROUPS: 15-UNDER, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
PHANTOM RUNNER: IF YOU CANNOT BE THERE, BUT STILL WANT TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT SIGN UP AS A PHANTOM RUNNER. YOU WILL STILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
SPECIAL NOTE: BABY JOGGERS AND STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED ON THE COURSE, BUT MUST START IN THE BACK. NO DOGS, BIKES, OR SKATE DEVICES ALLOWED ON THE COURSE.
_LOOK IN THE MIRROR FOUNDATION_
*LOOK IN THE MIRROR FOUNDATION IS A 501-C3 (NON-PROFIT). IT WAS FORMED IN THE MEMORY OF
SAMUEL WALKER LEES. THE MISSION OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO DISCUSS SAMS JOURNEY WITH TEENAGERS & YOUNG ADULTS AND HELP THEM MAKE BETTER CHOICES DOWN THEIR PATHWAY IN LIFE.
STARTING DATE/ TIME: JUNE 6TH, 8:00 A.M. ON THE CAMPUS OF LSUS BEHIND THE HPE BUILDING.
EARLY REGISTRATION:
EARLY REGISTRATION IS $20.00 THRU MAY 1ST
$25.00 MAY 2ND JUNE 5TH
$30.00 RACE DAY.
ALL PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A SAMS RUN T-SHIRT. *** ADULT RACE SHIRTS ARE GENDER SPECIFIC. YOUTH SIZES ARE UNISEX SIZES.
REGISTER EARLY!! RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED TO REGISTRATIONS AFTER MAY 27TH.
PACKET PICK-UP: YOU CAN PICK UP YOUR PACKET EARLY AT SPORTSPECTRUM, 6970 FERN AVENUE, SHREVEPORT
THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH FROM 10:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.,
FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH FROM 10 A.M.-5:30 P.M.,
RACE DAY AT THE RACE SITE STARTING AT 7 A.M.
SPECIAL THANK YOU: SPORTSPECTRUM & LSUS
POST PARTY: JOIN US AFTER THE RACE FOR REFRESHMENTS, MUSIC, FOOD AND AWARDS.
AWARDS: OVERALL MALE & FEMALE WILL EACH RECEIVE A $200 GIFT CARD TO SPORTSPECTRUM, 2ND PLACE OVERALL MALE & FEMALE WINNERS RECEIVE A $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO SPORTSPECTRUM. 1ST & 2ND PLACE MALE & FEMALE WINNERS IN EACH AGE GROUP WINNER WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY.
AGE GROUPS: 15-UNDER, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
PHANTOM RUNNER: IF YOU CANNOT BE THERE, BUT STILL WANT TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT SIGN UP AS A PHANTOM RUNNER. YOU WILL STILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
SPECIAL NOTE: BABY JOGGERS AND STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED ON THE COURSE, BUT MUST START IN THE BACK. NO DOGS, BIKES, OR SKATE DEVICES ALLOWED ON THE COURSE.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
This is a two loop course completely on the campus of LSUS. Race starts and finishes behind the HPE Building on the road by the soccer fields. -
Phantom Runner
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
If you cannot be there, but still want to show your support sign up as a phantom runner. You will still receive a t-shirt
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