SIUE Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Edwardsville, Illinois
- Price $12.15 - $44.20
- Races 8 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the ninth annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run on Saturday, September 27, 2025, taking place in the picturesque setting of Edwardsville, Madison. This vibrant event is part of the Celebrate Cougar Nation: SIUE Homecoming and Family Weekend, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience for community members, students, and alumni alike. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a challenging 10K, a fun 5K, and exciting fun runs, perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
The run kicks off at 9 a.m. in the scenic SIUE Stratton Quad, where runners will enjoy a supportive and energetic atmosphere. Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports a great cause—proceeds from the event will benefit the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, enabling the award of over $20,000 annually to deserving students. Plus, all registered runners will be treated to a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes and a refreshing post-run beer from Global Brew (for those 21 and over). Don’t miss this chance to celebrate your Cougar spirit while contributing to a meaningful cause!
The run kicks off at 9 a.m. in the scenic SIUE Stratton Quad, where runners will enjoy a supportive and energetic atmosphere. Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports a great cause—proceeds from the event will benefit the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, enabling the award of over $20,000 annually to deserving students. Plus, all registered runners will be treated to a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes and a refreshing post-run beer from Global Brew (for those 21 and over). Don’t miss this chance to celebrate your Cougar spirit while contributing to a meaningful cause!
Organiser's Description
Join the SIUE Alumni Association for the ninth annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run as part of Celebrate Cougar Nation: SIUE Homecoming and Family Weekend. Named Final Lap Race Management's Best Directed event, this year's run offers in-person 10K, 5K and fun runs. Community members, students and alumni are encouraged to participate. Run proceeds will go to the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs. The SIUE Alumni Scholarship Fund proudly awards over $20,000 each year to incoming and current SIUE students. Your support will help our campus community define the future of SIUE and provide Alumni programming.
* The run will be fully in-person and take place on Saturday, September 27 on the beautiful SIUE campus with start and finish location in the SIUE Stratton Quad.
* The first run will begin at 9 a.m
* All registered in-person runners will receive a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes and post-run beer from Global Brew (runners 21 and over).
Race timing provided by Final Lap Race Management. [http://www.finallapracing.com/]
* The run will be fully in-person and take place on Saturday, September 27 on the beautiful SIUE campus with start and finish location in the SIUE Stratton Quad.
* The first run will begin at 9 a.m
* All registered in-person runners will receive a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes and post-run beer from Global Brew (runners 21 and over).
Race timing provided by Final Lap Race Management. [http://www.finallapracing.com/]
Races
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10K In-Person
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.20
Entry to the 10K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
10K In-Person (SIUE Student)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.80
Entry to the 10K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
5K In-Person
Incl. $3.86 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.86
Entry to the 5K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
5K In-Person (SIUE Student)
Incl. $2.48 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$17.48
Entry to the 5K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.80
Entry to the In-Person Fun Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
Fun Run (SIUE Students)
Incl. $2.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$12.15
Entry to the In-Person Fun Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
5K In-Person (Child Under 10)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.80
CLOSEDEntry to the 5K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
Fun Run In-Person (Child Under 10)
Incl. $2.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$12.15
CLOSEDEntry to the In-Person Fun Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before t-shirt deadline) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
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