Scott Burgess Memorial 5k

Saturday, May 20, 2023 Past event

10:00 AM CDT

Franklin, Texas

$27.50–$48.70 · 3 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Scott Burgess Memorial 5k on Saturday, May 20, 2023, in the heart of Franklin, Robertson! This memorable event, established in 2013 to honor the brave SSG Scott Burgess, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in Afghanistan, promises a day filled with spirit and community. The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM with a heartfelt memorial speech, followed by the playing of Taps and our National Anthem. The 5k race will start at 8:30 AM, and for the little ones, a fun-filled 1-mile kids' race will follow immediately after.

Participants and spectators can enjoy a lively festival atmosphere with games, live music, and plenty of family-friendly activities throughout the day. Don’t miss the chance to support a great cause, as all proceeds benefit a scholarship program for the youth of Robertson County, where Scott grew up. Packet pick-up will be available on Friday night from 5-9 PM and again on race day starting at 7:30 AM. Come out and celebrate community, courage, and camaraderie while making lasting memories!

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Races

Scott Burgess Memorial 5k

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

9:30 AM CDT

$48.70

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Scott Burgess Memorial Kids Run

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

10:00 AM CDT

$27.50

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(VIRTUAL) Scott Burgess Memorial 5k
Virtual

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

10:00 AM CDT

$38.10

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Organiser's description

The Scott Burgess Memorial 5k was established in 2013 to honor our own hero, SSG Scott Burgess. Scott was killed in Afghanistan in 2011 while serving in the Army's 1st Battalion, 84th Field Artillery Regiment, 170th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. All of the proceeds go to a scholarship program benefiting the youth of Robertson County where Scott was raised. The race is May 20th to begin with a memorial speech at 8:00am and playing of Taps and our National Anthem. The race starts at 8:30am and a kids 1 mile race will immediately follow. The results and awards will be given out right after the kids run. Packet pick up will be the Friday night before from 5-9p and also pre race beginning at 7:30am. The race starts and finishes in downtown Franklin, Tx. and a full day of family fun with a festival and games and live music will give the family plenty of things to do so plan to stay for all of the festivities!