SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race/Walk

Rochester, New York

Rochester, New York

Sat 22nd June 2024

1 race

Organiser's Description

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSSaturday, June 17th , 20238:00 AM……………....Registration opens at Longhouse shelter at Seneca Park 9:00 AM……………....5K run/walk begins10:15 AM……………..Children’s Fun Run10:30 AM……………...Award Ceremony
AWARDS Overall Male Female $100, 2nd 3rd place medals
Overall Masters Male Female $50
1st place age group medals
NO DUPLICATION 
Participation Awards given out at FINISH LINE  (for those who want them)
 
 
CHILDREN’S FUN RUN Free, no registration required
BIO Javier Ortiz Rivera was born in Cayey, PR on September 7, 1984. He moved to Rochester, NY at the age of 7 along with his family. Upon graduating high school he enrolled in the US Marine early entry program. In September of 2010 Javier was deployed on his 2nd tour to Afghanistan and 4th total in his 9 years as a Marine. He achieved a rank of Staff Sergeant and Platoon Leader. On November 16, 2010 Javier was killed by an IED roadside bomb while on foot patrol in an Afghanistan province. Javier represents all of the fallen soldiers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our Freedom. Javier 26, was survived by his wife Veronica and three children, Alyssa, Andrew, and Anthony.
COURSE INFORMATION The SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race and Fitness Walk is sanctioned by USA Track and Field (USATF# NY12901KL). The race will start and finish at Trout Pond . For a map of the course, parking and directions visit www.prfestival.com.
RACE AMENITIES
- First 150 registered get T-Shirt   
 
- Water stop on course - Digital display clock at finish - Accurate mile course - Computerized race results by Robin Hood Racing- Post race refreshments and fun - Free entrance to PRFI Festival (one night only) Festival at Frontier Field 
 
 
 
 
REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP Registration and packet pickup is available at BURGOS Income Tax , 1816 Clinton Ave North, Rochester 14621Friday, 6/16 from 1pm - 6 pm       585-266-2680
 
Race Day Registration and packet pick up will begin at 8:00 am at Longhouse shelter at Seneca Park.
All proceeds from the SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race and Fitness Wall will go to TAPS . Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors. Families of fallen heroes. Go to taps.org for more information.
NOTE:  There is a processing fee of $2.50 when you register on-line.  To avoid the fee you may register in person at 1816 Clinton Ave N.

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